DISCUSSION for Hilton Honors Hotels in Singapore {SGP}
Dec 18, 2012, 9:08 pm
#661
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Singapore
Programs: BW Diamond, SPG Gold, HHonors Gold, Priority Club Plat Ambassador, Club Carlson Gold, M&C Gold
Posts: 313
Wow thanks for the itinerary! I think that is exactly what we will do. I'm assuming we take a cab from Conrad to Singapore flyer?
And any reason why one would pay 250SGD instead of points? higher valuation of Hilton points(I have so many points in so many programs I need to burn them...)?
EDIT:NVM, looks like it's a 10 min walk to the singapore flyer!! wow
And any reason why one would pay 250SGD instead of points? higher valuation of Hilton points(I have so many points in so many programs I need to burn them...)?
EDIT:NVM, looks like it's a 10 min walk to the singapore flyer!! wow
YOU CAN can walk from Singapore Flyer to MBS via the Helix bridge ( the little curved road in Google Maps) beside Bayfront Ave and continue in a clockwise direction to visit Fullerton Bay and One Fullerton. Then visit the Merlion and then cross the Esplanade Dr Bridge to visit The Esplanade and back to the Conrad.
Helix Bridge
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Helix_Bridge
Dec 18, 2012, 10:29 pm
#662
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: SHE and STR
Programs: SQ QPP, LH SEN, CZ G, QR G, CX G, BA EC, HH D, MR S, SPG G, IC A
Posts: 108
Feb 7, 2013, 5:12 am
#663
Join Date: May 2009
Location: PHL
Programs: AA EXP, DL DM HH Gold, Marriot Titanium
Posts: 1,298
I would like to know if anyone has recently logged a stay at either of these properties and can attest to the OPs claims. I will have 3 days in Singapore this coming July, and would like some guidance in choosing a property. Price is equivalent in both paid and award rates, but I'm not sure if the Conrad location is as good as the Hilton.
Thanks,
Timmy83
Thanks,
Timmy83
Feb 7, 2013, 5:30 am
#664
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Scotland
Programs: BA Gold, Marriott Lifetime Titanium
Posts: 2,447
Conrad by a mile - was there in November and the service was as fantastic as ever.
Although I used the lounge for breakfast, I seem to remember being offered the option of the restaurant instead which has a fantastic buffet selection.
Although I used the lounge for breakfast, I seem to remember being offered the option of the restaurant instead which has a fantastic buffet selection.
Feb 7, 2013, 7:47 am
#665
Join Date: Oct 2011
Location: Astraveln
Programs: AA ex Plat, IC Plat , Hilton Diamond
Posts: 491
Just read the Conrad Singapore forum, many many people compare both properties there. Conrad is far better at every level.
Diamonds get choice for breakfast, lounge or buffet. Buffet is good, but also good at Hilton.....
Diamonds get choice for breakfast, lounge or buffet. Buffet is good, but also good at Hilton.....
Last edited by shawntobi; Feb 7, 2013 at 9:04 am
Feb 7, 2013, 9:15 am
#667
Join Date: Dec 2006
Programs: LH SEN, FB Plat., HH D.
Posts: 5,050
We went down in the 1st stay and it was really fabulous, they even have ice-cream.
In the 2nd stay it was too busy and we went to the lounge.
Feb 7, 2013, 11:57 am
#669
Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: CGN
Programs: LH Sen, AF/KL gold, AB platinum, BA silver, HHonors diamond, SPG gold, ...
Posts: 280
Conrad!
In September returned to the Hilton due to it's convenient location on Orchard Road (very short stay for shopping) and to see if one bad experience had probably triggered some kind of prejudice.
But this confirmed my verdict: Conrad is in a different league, much better!
But this confirmed my verdict: Conrad is in a different league, much better!
Feb 7, 2013, 12:23 pm
#670
Join Date: May 2009
Location: PHL
Programs: AA EXP, DL DM HH Gold, Marriot Titanium
Posts: 1,298
My stay has been booked! Thank you all!
May 28, 2013, 4:58 am
#671
Join Date: May 2013
Location: Bangkok, Thailand
Programs: Royal Orchid Plus, Hilton HHonors Gold, St. Regis Astor Card, Hyatt Gold Passport
Posts: 1
Newbie: Hilton or Conrad Singapore. Need Advices
Hi, I'm a new HHonors Gold and just new to this forum. I've been reading all the threads about the Hilton properties in Singapore while planning to book for family holidays on Aug. 3 - 6 this year. Looks like I'll need you guys help on a few doubts:
1. Mom, dad and I, at first, were going to book a deluxe room at the Hilton using Great Getaway package, but if I'm not mistaken this package hasn't included breakfast, not to mention an extra bed yet, and that means either one of us has to buy breakfast and extra bed, right? While looking at Conrad, 3 people can fit in a room with a little extra payment with all entitled to brakfast. In both cases, if I opt for a room without bf included and get upgraded, will the other left out one (not entitled to HHonors rules) get bf as well?
2. Why does the rate per night at Hilton remain stable (S$264) while at Conrad change during the stay? (S$276 - S$318 - S$318) Does this have something to do with the brand or location or something?
3. At what type of room will I be entitled to the comp. upgrade, if I book the cheapest rate room, keeping in mind about the availability. And if so, would it last for an entire stay or only on day-to-day basis? Would there be additional expenses we have to cover at checkout?
I'm sorry for asking long questions but I see all of you here are hotel masters and think your advices could assist me big time. I also want to make it a special trip since this is my mom's first time in Singapore. Thank you all.
1. Mom, dad and I, at first, were going to book a deluxe room at the Hilton using Great Getaway package, but if I'm not mistaken this package hasn't included breakfast, not to mention an extra bed yet, and that means either one of us has to buy breakfast and extra bed, right? While looking at Conrad, 3 people can fit in a room with a little extra payment with all entitled to brakfast. In both cases, if I opt for a room without bf included and get upgraded, will the other left out one (not entitled to HHonors rules) get bf as well?
2. Why does the rate per night at Hilton remain stable (S$264) while at Conrad change during the stay? (S$276 - S$318 - S$318) Does this have something to do with the brand or location or something?
3. At what type of room will I be entitled to the comp. upgrade, if I book the cheapest rate room, keeping in mind about the availability. And if so, would it last for an entire stay or only on day-to-day basis? Would there be additional expenses we have to cover at checkout?
I'm sorry for asking long questions but I see all of you here are hotel masters and think your advices could assist me big time. I also want to make it a special trip since this is my mom's first time in Singapore. Thank you all.
May 28, 2013, 7:51 am
#672
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: CLE
Programs: UA Gold, HH Diamond, Marriott Gold
Posts: 3,662
I don't like the Hilton. I love the Conrad. Think about the location, though. They are in very different places. The Hilton is along Orchard Road where the shopping is. The Conrad is a bit isolated out by the convention center.
Upgrades are hit and miss. I've always been upgraded at the Conrad, once at the Hilton. Generally I can talk the Conrad into giving me lounge access, but not the Hilton.
IIRC, Golds are entitled to one breakfast plus one for a guest. You will have to pay for a second guest. I'm not sure about getting a third breakfast at the Conrad with an extra bed.
I've gotten upgraded on the cheapest room. It depends on availability.
I don't have the answers to all your questions. These are based on my experiences at both hotels.
Upgrades are hit and miss. I've always been upgraded at the Conrad, once at the Hilton. Generally I can talk the Conrad into giving me lounge access, but not the Hilton.
IIRC, Golds are entitled to one breakfast plus one for a guest. You will have to pay for a second guest. I'm not sure about getting a third breakfast at the Conrad with an extra bed.
I've gotten upgraded on the cheapest room. It depends on availability.
I don't have the answers to all your questions. These are based on my experiences at both hotels.
May 28, 2013, 11:34 am
#673
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Join Date: Oct 1999
Location: Juneau, Alaska.
Programs: AS 75K;BA Silver;AA G;HH Dia;HY Glob
Posts: 15,821
Reviews and comparisons can be found in these threads:
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/hilto...+conrad+hilton
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/hilto...+conrad+hilton
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/hilto...+conrad+hilton
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/hilto...+conrad+hilton
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/hilto...+conrad+hilton
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/hilto...+conrad+hilton
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/hilto...+conrad+hilton
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/hilto...+conrad+hilton
May 28, 2013, 8:56 pm
#674
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Singapore
Programs: BW Diamond, SPG Gold, HHonors Gold, Priority Club Plat Ambassador, Club Carlson Gold, M&C Gold
Posts: 313
Skip the hilton and go for the Conrad.
Much better service and location for sight-seeing / family holiday - near to Singapore Flyer / Esplanade / MBS / F1 pit / Gardens by the Bay.
As per new policy - cheapest room will only get you upgrade to Business room, and your HH Gold will only get you 2 free B, NO lounge access.
However, for 3 adults with no additional bedding, the King Bed will be tight squeeze. Best to request for additional bedding.
You may want to book the Business room and get upgrade to executive => lounge access, and maybe you can get free BF in the lounge for all 3pax. Best to email them and ask them - [email protected]
On a interesting note, the area outside Hilton looks like a high-class patpong at night.
Enjoy your holiday in SIN.
Much better service and location for sight-seeing / family holiday - near to Singapore Flyer / Esplanade / MBS / F1 pit / Gardens by the Bay.
As per new policy - cheapest room will only get you upgrade to Business room, and your HH Gold will only get you 2 free B, NO lounge access.
However, for 3 adults with no additional bedding, the King Bed will be tight squeeze. Best to request for additional bedding.
You may want to book the Business room and get upgrade to executive => lounge access, and maybe you can get free BF in the lounge for all 3pax. Best to email them and ask them - [email protected]
On a interesting note, the area outside Hilton looks like a high-class patpong at night.
Enjoy your holiday in SIN.
Jun 10, 2013, 1:42 pm
#675
Join Date: May 2009
Location: BSL
Programs: LX SEN, A3 Gold, BAEC Silver, HH Dia, CCarlson Gold, IHG Gold, Hyatt Plat
Posts: 153
First timer to SIN and thinking of staying in one of these properties end of this month as HH Gold.
As on a midnight flight back home and likely going to book a AAA-rate room in a Classic room (Conrad) or Deluxe (Hilton), where is an upgrade with access to lounge more likely and most important, which hotel would give out late check-out (4pm or 6pm)?
Not really into shopping but rather smart city sightseeing and smart local (street/hawker) food, which one could be our preferred choice?
Thanks for your advice. ^
As on a midnight flight back home and likely going to book a AAA-rate room in a Classic room (Conrad) or Deluxe (Hilton), where is an upgrade with access to lounge more likely and most important, which hotel would give out late check-out (4pm or 6pm)?
Not really into shopping but rather smart city sightseeing and smart local (street/hawker) food, which one could be our preferred choice?
Thanks for your advice. ^