Hilton Bournemouth {GBR}
Jun 19, 2022, 3:34 am
#196
Join Date: Sep 2007
Programs: AA, BA, Accor, Honors Diamond, IHG Diamond Elite and lots more....
Posts: 2,976
We didn't stay there in the end.
- just checked and the rooms no longer mention it. so maybe it has gone the same as the Ageas Bowl....
Jun 19, 2022, 5:37 am
#197
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: norwich, uk
Programs: hhonors diamond
Posts: 5,397
Yep I believe you are correct, not announced but simply disappeared under the cloak of Covid…… very disappointing!
Jun 19, 2022, 5:43 am
#198
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: norwich, uk
Programs: hhonors diamond
Posts: 5,397
Jun 20, 2022, 12:52 am
#200
Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: living near Malaga
Programs: BA Gold , Mucci recipient. Coffee Drinker, Blue Sky Thinker
Posts: 2,112
It's hardly aspiration and I wont be rushing back anytime soon.
Jun 20, 2022, 1:38 pm
#201
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: norwich, uk
Programs: hhonors diamond
Posts: 5,397
Oh really?….that sounds very disappointing indeed, yet I’m strangely not surprised..
Aug 5, 2022, 12:17 pm
#203
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: norwich, uk
Programs: hhonors diamond
Posts: 5,397
Arrived 12-45pm, no upgrade as Aston Villa football club are staying here and all the suites are booked so no upgrade but room was ready regardless and check in was swift.
KING GUEST ROOM - it’s very nice and a decent size, nice decor and air con is almost silent yet efficient, bathroom a little small but big bath and shower over bath arrangement, surprised to see two bathrobes in wardrobe as room is not a deluxe.
We spent the afternoon laying on the beach as the weather is great in the uk currently returning around 5-15pm, she took a bath ( she reports it’s a decent size and deep ) I went off to the spa.
The spa here is very nice, I arrived @ 6pm which was perfect as it’s adults only after 6pm so area was quiet and peaceful, decent sauna which was plenty hot enough, didn’t try steam room , jacuzzi is built into side of pool and was pleasant.
Changing rooms smart , clean and monsoon showers….all works very well , plenty of towels too.
Was given 2 drink chits to use in sky bar or lounge bar , these are valid for any drink except cocktails.
We are off out for dinner and will give it a look ( sky bar ) on return…….will report back!
KING GUEST ROOM - it’s very nice and a decent size, nice decor and air con is almost silent yet efficient, bathroom a little small but big bath and shower over bath arrangement, surprised to see two bathrobes in wardrobe as room is not a deluxe.
We spent the afternoon laying on the beach as the weather is great in the uk currently returning around 5-15pm, she took a bath ( she reports it’s a decent size and deep ) I went off to the spa.
The spa here is very nice, I arrived @ 6pm which was perfect as it’s adults only after 6pm so area was quiet and peaceful, decent sauna which was plenty hot enough, didn’t try steam room , jacuzzi is built into side of pool and was pleasant.
Changing rooms smart , clean and monsoon showers….all works very well , plenty of towels too.
Was given 2 drink chits to use in sky bar or lounge bar , these are valid for any drink except cocktails.
We are off out for dinner and will give it a look ( sky bar ) on return…….will report back!
Aug 5, 2022, 3:41 pm
#204
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: norwich, uk
Programs: hhonors diamond
Posts: 5,397
Arrived 12-45pm, no upgrade as Aston Villa football club are staying here and all the suites are booked so no upgrade but room was ready regardless and check in was swift.
KING GUEST ROOM - it’s very nice and a decent size, nice decor and air con is almost silent yet efficient, bathroom a little small but big bath and shower over bath arrangement, surprised to see two bathrobes in wardrobe as room is not a deluxe.
We spent the afternoon laying on the beach as the weather is great in the uk currently returning around 5-15pm, she took a bath ( she reports it’s a decent size and deep ) I went off to the spa.
The spa here is very nice, I arrived @ 6pm which was perfect as it’s adults only after 6pm so area was quiet and peaceful, decent sauna which was plenty hot enough, didn’t try steam room , jacuzzi is built into side of pool and was pleasant.
Changing rooms smart , clean and monsoon showers….all works very well , plenty of towels too.
Was given 2 drink chits to use in sky bar or lounge bar , these are valid for any drink except cocktails.
We are off out for dinner and will give it a look ( sky bar ) on return…….will report back!
KING GUEST ROOM - it’s very nice and a decent size, nice decor and air con is almost silent yet efficient, bathroom a little small but big bath and shower over bath arrangement, surprised to see two bathrobes in wardrobe as room is not a deluxe.
We spent the afternoon laying on the beach as the weather is great in the uk currently returning around 5-15pm, she took a bath ( she reports it’s a decent size and deep ) I went off to the spa.
The spa here is very nice, I arrived @ 6pm which was perfect as it’s adults only after 6pm so area was quiet and peaceful, decent sauna which was plenty hot enough, didn’t try steam room , jacuzzi is built into side of pool and was pleasant.
Changing rooms smart , clean and monsoon showers….all works very well , plenty of towels too.
Was given 2 drink chits to use in sky bar or lounge bar , these are valid for any drink except cocktails.
We are off out for dinner and will give it a look ( sky bar ) on return…….will report back!
We went out to dinner and returned around 9-30pm, quick nightcap in bar ….. this has a few seats but nothing comfortable, slightly disappointing but it was lively in the restaurant and looked nice.
Now about to retire, spa open at 8am on weekends so will indulge, maybe gym too if up early enough…..
Will report back!
Aug 5, 2022, 4:17 pm
#205
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: Mainly Hotels
Programs: Marriott, Hyatt, Hilton, IHG
Posts: 83
Arrived 12-45pm, no upgrade as Aston Villa football club are staying here and all the suites are booked so no upgrade but room was ready regardless and check in was swift.
KING GUEST ROOM - it’s very nice and a decent size, nice decor and air con is almost silent yet efficient, bathroom a little small but big bath and shower over bath arrangement, surprised to see two bathrobes in wardrobe as room is not a deluxe.
We spent the afternoon laying on the beach as the weather is great in the uk currently returning around 5-15pm, she took a bath ( she reports it’s a decent size and deep ) I went off to the spa.
The spa here is very nice, I arrived @ 6pm which was perfect as it’s adults only after 6pm so area was quiet and peaceful, decent sauna which was plenty hot enough, didn’t try steam room , jacuzzi is built into side of pool and was pleasant.
Changing rooms smart , clean and monsoon showers….all works very well , plenty of towels too.
Was given 2 drink chits to use in sky bar or lounge bar , these are valid for any drink except cocktails.
We are off out for dinner and will give it a look ( sky bar ) on return…….will report back!
KING GUEST ROOM - it’s very nice and a decent size, nice decor and air con is almost silent yet efficient, bathroom a little small but big bath and shower over bath arrangement, surprised to see two bathrobes in wardrobe as room is not a deluxe.
We spent the afternoon laying on the beach as the weather is great in the uk currently returning around 5-15pm, she took a bath ( she reports it’s a decent size and deep ) I went off to the spa.
The spa here is very nice, I arrived @ 6pm which was perfect as it’s adults only after 6pm so area was quiet and peaceful, decent sauna which was plenty hot enough, didn’t try steam room , jacuzzi is built into side of pool and was pleasant.
Changing rooms smart , clean and monsoon showers….all works very well , plenty of towels too.
Was given 2 drink chits to use in sky bar or lounge bar , these are valid for any drink except cocktails.
We are off out for dinner and will give it a look ( sky bar ) on return…….will report back!
I was staying one time to watch a ballroom dance competition. There was a fire alarm in the late evening and the whole Watford team was in the lobby. I got to chat with Troy Deeney. It's nice that Bournemouth is back in the Premier League.
Aug 6, 2022, 1:59 am
#206
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: norwich, uk
Programs: hhonors diamond
Posts: 5,397
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I was staying one time to watch a ballroom dance competition. There was a fire alarm in the late evening and the whole Watford team was in the lobby. I got to chat with Troy Deeney. It's nice that Bournemouth is back in the Premier League.
I was staying one time to watch a ballroom dance competition. There was a fire alarm in the late evening and the whole Watford team was in the lobby. I got to chat with Troy Deeney. It's nice that Bournemouth is back in the Premier League.
Slept well but had trouble getting to sleep as the lift for the sky bar is not far from room ind I heard until very late…. Just been to spa ( opens at 8am ) it was actually fairly busy….grabbed a take away coffee from restaurant on way through, very nice, no extra shot required here.
Forgot to mention you still have to book a slot for breakfast here, we have 9am so now off……will report back on the offerings.
Aug 6, 2022, 3:09 am
#207
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: norwich, uk
Programs: hhonors diamond
Posts: 5,397
Yes I’ve been chatting to Aston Villa in the spa, seem like a nice bunch of lads, big game for them today apparently.
Slept well but had trouble getting to sleep as the lift for the sky bar is not far from room ind I heard until very late…. Just been to spa ( opens at 8am ) it was actually fairly busy….grabbed a take away coffee from restaurant on way through, very nice, no extra shot required here.
Forgot to mention you still have to book a slot for breakfast here, we have 9am so now off……will report back on the offerings.
Slept well but had trouble getting to sleep as the lift for the sky bar is not far from room ind I heard until very late…. Just been to spa ( opens at 8am ) it was actually fairly busy….grabbed a take away coffee from restaurant on way through, very nice, no extra shot required here.
Forgot to mention you still have to book a slot for breakfast here, we have 9am so now off……will report back on the offerings.
Hot selection was good too, hot plates , nice field mushrooms ( again unusual for a Hilton).
I finished with a cappuccino ( from machine) , I’ve got to say it was one of the best I’ve had from a Hilton, my lady agreed .
All good, very happy.
Tried for a late checkout as we want to have a look around the town, they could only manage 1pm as hotel is fully booked tonight….
I will check out online later and report back here with my conclusion later.
Aug 6, 2022, 2:42 pm
#208
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: norwich, uk
Programs: hhonors diamond
Posts: 5,397
BREAKFAST - busy but manageable, shown to a nice window seat……nice selection of proper juices , fruit selection disappointing , no grapefruit segments just pineapple and melon……. Did have some nice cereals , unusual to see Söak ( a type of Swiss chocolate granola) , some great yogurts ( high end like Bankside) waffles and pancakes.
Hot selection was good too, hot plates , nice field mushrooms ( again unusual for a Hilton).
I finished with a cappuccino ( from machine) , I’ve got to say it was one of the best I’ve had from a Hilton, my lady agreed .
All good, very happy.
Tried for a late checkout as we want to have a look around the town, they could only manage 1pm as hotel is fully booked tonight….
I will check out online later and report back here with my conclusion later.
Hot selection was good too, hot plates , nice field mushrooms ( again unusual for a Hilton).
I finished with a cappuccino ( from machine) , I’ve got to say it was one of the best I’ve had from a Hilton, my lady agreed .
All good, very happy.
Tried for a late checkout as we want to have a look around the town, they could only manage 1pm as hotel is fully booked tonight….
I will check out online later and report back here with my conclusion later.
We also spent some time on the beach lazing around until 3pm before deciding to collect the car and leave, I asked in the spa if I could have a quick shower before leaving even although I checked out 2 hours ago ,they were more than happy to and handed me a towel, this was so handy to wash off the sand and sun tan lotion and basically freshen up for the drive up to Bracknell.
CONCLUSION- brilliant stay, I wouldn’t recommend the rooms on the beach side around the #30 - #40 area as you can clearly hear the sky bar lift, it’s not too bad but slightly obtrusive for a light sleeper…..that said it’s a great hotel, bed comfy, clean and tidy….the spa is top notch too, I would happily recommend and return….executive lounge is open mon -thurs but drink chits given outside these days…. Parking appears free for Diamonds.
ROOM NO - 630
NEXT PLANNED STAY - Doubletree by Hilton st Anne’s park Bracknell. ( I’m here now )
Aug 27, 2022, 9:47 am
#209
Join Date: Sep 2007
Programs: AA, BA, Accor, Honors Diamond, IHG Diamond Elite and lots more....
Posts: 2,976
Here tonight on a last minute booking on points.
70,000 instead of £341!
No upgrade as full for a bank holiday weekend.
However opened water in the fridge wasn't a good start. Awaiting new bottles.
I am not sure what food options are local, but might see what I can find. Or eat here.
Told lounge closed tonight, not looked up the thread so not sure if this is a permanent thing.
Given drinks token for a house drink (whatever that is) - doesn't seem to be any drink like wizla got. Unsure.
Breakfast booked for 8am when it starts on a weekend.
70,000 instead of £341!
No upgrade as full for a bank holiday weekend.
However opened water in the fridge wasn't a good start. Awaiting new bottles.
I am not sure what food options are local, but might see what I can find. Or eat here.
Told lounge closed tonight, not looked up the thread so not sure if this is a permanent thing.
Given drinks token for a house drink (whatever that is) - doesn't seem to be any drink like wizla got. Unsure.
Breakfast booked for 8am when it starts on a weekend.
Aug 27, 2022, 10:58 am
#210
Join Date: Feb 2018
Programs: Hilton Honors diamond
Posts: 403
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Told lounge closed tonight, not looked up the thread so not sure if this is a permanent thing.
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Told lounge closed tonight, not looked up the thread so not sure if this is a permanent thing.
Given drinks token for a house drink (whatever that is) - doesn't seem to be any drink like [utag=669411
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