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Mar 8, 2018, 9:55 am

#466

alp67

Join Date: Oct 2015

Posts: 478

Quote:

Originally Posted by goliath

We (2 +0,5) were the only guests in the evening in October last year and I can tell you what it would look like: the buffet is empty (maybe there were some apples...) and you tell the staff what you would like (there is no menu) and they see what they can do.

I had a sandwich (delicious, apparently prepared fresh) and +0,5 had some fries. Regarding drinks, I don't know what you could order, we just helped ourselves to softdrinks from the fridge.

I didn't expect anything better than this. It is really sad, almost off-putting. CR is doing so poorly when it comes to the last impression, let alone charging $85+ pp for this - to put it politely - stuff. But hanging out at MLE is not really the better option, is it??

And yes, what's in the fridge is all they offer as drinks. Ok, coffee and tea as well. But no bubbly, beer, wine or anything "fancy".

Mar 8, 2018, 11:08 am

#467

metcon123

Join Date: Jan 2018

Posts: 40

Quote:

Originally Posted by SingaporeJunkie

Another tip:. We did the cocktail hour at Ithaa. We arrived at 10:40am on our last day and they were going to make us wait but we asked to use the restroom which is in the Ithaa building. I waited on the couch and someone came and offered me a glass of champagne. Once my gf came out, they took us down right away so we had the place all to ourselves for about 10 minutes to get some nice pictures.

Awesome! Thanks for the post and glad you had a good time there. Since you just got back, I'm assuming all is fine and the the SOE is not an issue?

Mar 8, 2018, 1:20 pm

#468

lhrhappy

Join Date: Nov 2014

Location: LGB

Posts: 1,205

Quote:

Originally Posted by alp67

And yes, what's in the fridge is all they offer as drinks. Ok, coffee and tea as well. But no bubbly, beer, wine or anything "fancy".

I think that's because it's not a resort island. Shakira law and all. It's the same way in the F/J departure lounge.

Mar 8, 2018, 1:39 pm

#469

goliath

Join Date: Sep 2006

Location: ZRH

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Quote:

Originally Posted by lhrhappy

I think that's because it's not a resort island. Shakira law and all.

Shakira makes the law in the Maldives?

Mar 8, 2018, 1:54 pm

#470

newdaybegin

Join Date: Jul 2015

Posts: 272

I thought they no longer allow Diamond/Gold access to the Conrad lounge for free anymore, and it will charge $80 per person? is anyone there or recently there chime in on this?

Mar 8, 2018, 11:17 pm

#471

alp67

Join Date: Oct 2015

Posts: 478

Quote:

Originally Posted by lhrhappy

I think that's because it's not a resort island. Shakira law and all. It's the same way in the F/J departure lounge.

Yes, may be you're right and sharia is the reason for not serving alcohol. But this is not what really bothers me, the overall lounge experience is no good at best.
What I learned, they gonna open a new lounge as soon as the construction outside will be finished. TMA is moving their maintenance facility right there.

edit:
regarding F/C departure lounge I'm not 100% sure, I think I've seen beers in the fridge?

Didn't really pay attention, so might be wrong.

Last edited by alp67; Mar 8, 2018 at 11:22 pm

Mar 8, 2018, 11:26 pm

#472

alp67

Join Date: Oct 2015

Posts: 478

Quote:

Originally Posted by newdaybegin

I thought they no longer allow Diamond/Gold access to the Conrad lounge for free anymore, and it will charge $80 per person? is anyone there or recently there chime in on this?

Since Jan 1 no more free lounge access on departure for DIA, Gold never did get it for free. It's $50++ without food option and $85++ buffet included.

Mar 8, 2018, 11:34 pm

#473

alp67

Join Date: Oct 2015

Posts: 478

Quote:

Originally Posted by goliath

Shakira makes the law in the Maldives?

Shakira by law in the lounge would be awesome...

Mar 9, 2018, 12:44 am

#474

mnredfox

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Quote:

Originally Posted by alp67

Since Jan 1 no more free lounge access on departure for DIA, Gold never did get it for free. It's $50++ without food option and $85++ buffet included.

Wow, glad I got in before the charges came....

Last edited by mnredfox; Mar 9, 2018 at 8:30 am

Mar 9, 2018, 4:54 am

#475

THECLIPPERS

Join Date: Sep 2005

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I just booked a room for April and this info was in the confirmation email.

No mention of breakfast. Is that still included for Diamonds?

Diamond Members
Due to the very special nature of the accommodations at Conrad Maldives, we are unable to offer upgraded accommodations. However, as you are a valued Diamond member, we are delighted to offer you the following benefits during your stay:

- One bottle of Sparkling wine* upon arrival
- Chocolate & Fruit amenities upon arrival
- Daily Happy Hour at Vilu restaurant for you and
sharing guest in same villa from 17.00 -. 18.00 hours

Hilton Honors Global Benefits:

- Earn points & miles "Double-Dipping®"
- Complimentary weekday newspaper (online print)
- Late checkout upon request, subject to availability
- Two complimentary bottles of water per day

*Service of alcoholic beverages is subject to local laws.

Mar 9, 2018, 7:14 am

#476

lhrhappy

Join Date: Nov 2014

Location: LGB

Posts: 1,205

Quote:

Originally Posted by THECLIPPERS

I just booked a room for April and this info was in the confirmation email.

No mention of breakfast. Is that still included for Diamonds?

Yes. My email looked the same way. Ate many free breakfasts.

Mar 9, 2018, 8:20 am

#477

exmike

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Quote:

Originally Posted by THECLIPPERS

I just booked a room for April and this info was in the confirmation email.

No mention of breakfast. Is that still included for Diamonds?

Just guessing, but since Golds also get breakfast, it wont be listed as a "Diamond benefit".

Mar 9, 2018, 8:37 am

#478

Abidjan

Join Date: May 2005

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Quote:

Originally Posted by alp67

Shakira by law in the lounge would be awesome...

I would definitely pay $85++ for Shakira in the lounge.

Mar 9, 2018, 5:51 pm

#479

Roger Lococco

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Quote:

Originally Posted by alp67

Since Jan 1 no more free lounge access on departure for DIA, Gold never did get it for free. It's $50++ without food option and $85++ buffet included.

Is this the Conrad lounge at the airport in Male? If so, it's a bit shocking that HHonors members are being charged.

Mar 9, 2018, 6:35 pm

#480

THECLIPPERS

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Quote:

Originally Posted by lhrhappy

Yes. My email looked the same way. Ate many free breakfasts.

Thanks for the data point.