DISCUSSION for Hilton Honors Hotels in Singapore {SGP}
Jun 10, 2013, 2:17 pm
#676
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: ATL
Programs: Delta DM, 4MM, SC, AmEx Reserve, UA Plat, SPG/Marriott Platinum, Hertz Gold
Posts: 2,383
As I have shared elsewhere in this thread, I personally prefer the Hilton on Orchard Road as it is close to the MRT station, near lots of shopping and dining options, etc. and it's just a great hotel. I've stayed there several times and have had wonderful experiences (nice rooms, outstanding concierges, more than adequate executive lounge, etc.). If you're more into sightseeing than shopping, it may be that the Conrad is a better option. It's closer to the Marina Bay area which has museums, also good dining options, the Marina Bay Sands complex with a cool roof-top bar, etc.
Either way, I don't think you could go wrong with either option.
Either way, I don't think you could go wrong with either option.
Jun 11, 2013, 12:59 am
#677
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Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: From ORK, live LCY
Programs: BA Silver, EI Silver, HH Gold, BW Gold, ABP, Seigneur des Horaires des Mucci
Posts: 14,216
At the Conrad they are pretty strict on upgrading one level, so from a classic room you would be upgraded to a business room. They sometimes allow you to trade your daily laundry allowance for lounge access, but not always.
Jul 10, 2013, 11:45 pm
#679
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: UK
Programs: HHonors Diamond
Posts: 261
Definitely recommend the Conrad over the Hilton every time. As a Gold member the Hilton told me they couldn't upgrade me (from Deluxe Plus to Executive) because the hotel was "busy" (despite the fact Executive Rooms were still available for sale on the website for my dates - very suspect).
I asked for Executive Lounge access, but was told no, only if I was upgraded to an Executive Level Room (bang in line with Hilton policy, of course).
In contrast, the Conrad seemed calmer, quieter and therefore more chance of an upgrade. The staff were excellent and the Executive Lounge was decent.
Conrad all the way
I asked for Executive Lounge access, but was told no, only if I was upgraded to an Executive Level Room (bang in line with Hilton policy, of course).
In contrast, the Conrad seemed calmer, quieter and therefore more chance of an upgrade. The staff were excellent and the Executive Lounge was decent.
Conrad all the way
Jul 11, 2013, 12:29 am
#680
Join Date: Jul 2013
Posts: 71
My husband and I have visited Singapore and stayed at the Hilton at least a dozen times. Once I traveled there without him and he booked an award room for me at Hilton Singapore. It was the only time I have ever been denied his Diamond member benefits at any Hilton that I've ever stayed at without him. The Conrad Centennial gave me all his Diamond benefits when I stayed there without him last year, so it will get all our Singapore stays from now on, which will be 4 times this year.
Jul 11, 2013, 1:04 am
#681
Join Date: May 2009
Location: BSL
Programs: LX SEN, A3 Gold, BAEC Silver, HH Dia, CCarlson Gold, IHG Gold, Hyatt Plat
Posts: 153
Finally went to the Conrad and based on your replies, I did not regret
Luckily, the haze was gone and had a great sunny weekend.Fantastic stay, fantastic treatment as Gold with Exec floor access and late-checkout. As only interests was in sightseeing and not shopping, this hotel in a quieter neighborhood has short airport transfer time (20mins. in the early and late evening) and is 2mins. walk to MRT (Circle Line, Promenade or Esplanade station) and 5mins. walk to Singapore Flyer. Therefore great location plus nice view out of room and Exec lounge, especially in night time! Hotel gym was fully equipped, small pool a bit of an disappointment as only max. 1.30m (4ft) of depth.
When comparing the Exec lounge food offer, must admit I was more in favor of my recent stay at the Shangri-La Edsa in Manila due to their variety of fruits, warm and cold choices, for breakfast and hors d'oeuvre.
Comparing to Hilton's location off busy Orchard Road I was glad - based on your comments - having chosen the Conrad over the Hilton, thanks. ^
Aug 16, 2013, 2:04 am
#689
Join Date: Sep 2011
Posts: 101
Have you considered this might not be the best rewards programme for you?
The general way of earning Hhonors points is to stay at Hilton hotels. There are other ways such as converting airline miles and Hilton credit cards but these are really just for topping up the points you earn from hotel stays.
As it's a rewards programme for rewarding you giving Hilton money that is the primary way of earning points - your unlikely to be able to earn enough points through alternative metrhods without spending far more money on airline trips or credit cards than you'd spend on the cost of just paying for the room you want?
Unless I've misunderstood your point - if so I apologise.
The general way of earning Hhonors points is to stay at Hilton hotels. There are other ways such as converting airline miles and Hilton credit cards but these are really just for topping up the points you earn from hotel stays.
As it's a rewards programme for rewarding you giving Hilton money that is the primary way of earning points - your unlikely to be able to earn enough points through alternative metrhods without spending far more money on airline trips or credit cards than you'd spend on the cost of just paying for the room you want?
Unless I've misunderstood your point - if so I apologise.
Aug 16, 2013, 4:44 am
#690
Join Date: Oct 2012
Posts: 208
Hilton has tweaked their program this year, making it much harder to get enough points for the top quality hotels in the program. If you are planning on staying at smaller hotels that aren't in the top categories, you might still find some value in the HHonors system. However, if you want to stay at premium properties, Hilton is probably not a good choice as a points program, especially overseas where getting the large credit card bonuses isn't usually available.
Good luck.
Good luck.