May 8, 2015, 12:28 am
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Opinion will vary but this was compiled by what was highlighted by most members:
All allow 2 adult with 2 kids
All allow 2 adult with 2 kids
which Hyatt in Tokyo?
Sep 19, 2015, 3:51 am
#136
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I would visit the gym to burn off some of the calories.... But the F&B at this hotel is too good, diets be damned. Fortunately there are very healthy menu items, and of course sushi is very light.
Does anyone else love the chef's roasted tomato soup, or the lobster bisque with uni?
Does anyone else love the chef's roasted tomato soup, or the lobster bisque with uni?
Sep 19, 2015, 4:34 am
#137
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I would visit the gym to burn off some of the calories.... But the F&B at this hotel is too good, diets be damned. Fortunately there are very healthy menu items, and of course sushi is very light.
Does anyone else love the chef's roasted tomato soup, or the lobster bisque with uni?
Does anyone else love the chef's roasted tomato soup, or the lobster bisque with uni?
Sep 21, 2015, 5:04 pm
#138
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Which of the four for splitting days in Tokyo with an overnight in Kyoto
I am a newly minted Platinum (via the Visa card) and will be traveling to Tokyo for the first time in 45 years (lived there in the 60's)
The original plan was to spend two nights at Hyatt Regency (arriving 5:00 PM March 29 & staying March 30), drop off two of our three our bags at the bell desk for an overnight trip to Kyoto, then come back to the Regency late on Apr 1 as a base touring Fuji and/ or Nikko in the north before heading back to the US @ 5:30 PM on April 3
Since it's our anniversary, should we stay at the Andaz upon our return from Kyoto and stay at one of the other properties when we first arrive (and not worry about bags)?
The original plan was to spend two nights at Hyatt Regency (arriving 5:00 PM March 29 & staying March 30), drop off two of our three our bags at the bell desk for an overnight trip to Kyoto, then come back to the Regency late on Apr 1 as a base touring Fuji and/ or Nikko in the north before heading back to the US @ 5:30 PM on April 3
Since it's our anniversary, should we stay at the Andaz upon our return from Kyoto and stay at one of the other properties when we first arrive (and not worry about bags)?
Sep 21, 2015, 6:41 pm
#139
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I am a newly minted Platinum (via the Visa card) and will be traveling to Tokyo for the first time in 45 years (lived there in the 60's)
The original plan was to spend two nights at Hyatt Regency (arriving 5:00 PM March 29 & staying March 30), drop off two of our three our bags at the bell desk for an overnight trip to Kyoto, then come back to the Regency late on Apr 1 as a base touring Fuji and/ or Nikko in the north before heading back to the US @ 5:30 PM on April 3
Since it's our anniversary, should we stay at the Andaz upon our return from Kyoto and stay at one of the other properties when we first arrive (and not worry about bags)?
The original plan was to spend two nights at Hyatt Regency (arriving 5:00 PM March 29 & staying March 30), drop off two of our three our bags at the bell desk for an overnight trip to Kyoto, then come back to the Regency late on Apr 1 as a base touring Fuji and/ or Nikko in the north before heading back to the US @ 5:30 PM on April 3
Since it's our anniversary, should we stay at the Andaz upon our return from Kyoto and stay at one of the other properties when we first arrive (and not worry about bags)?
Sep 21, 2015, 6:45 pm
#140
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I am a newly minted Platinum (via the Visa card) and will be traveling to Tokyo for the first time in 45 years (lived there in the 60's)
The original plan was to spend two nights at Hyatt Regency (arriving 5:00 PM March 29 & staying March 30), drop off two of our three our bags at the bell desk for an overnight trip to Kyoto, then come back to the Regency late on Apr 1 as a base touring Fuji and/ or Nikko in the north before heading back to the US @ 5:30 PM on April 3
Since it's our anniversary, should we stay at the Andaz upon our return from Kyoto and stay at one of the other properties when we first arrive (and not worry about bags)?
The original plan was to spend two nights at Hyatt Regency (arriving 5:00 PM March 29 & staying March 30), drop off two of our three our bags at the bell desk for an overnight trip to Kyoto, then come back to the Regency late on Apr 1 as a base touring Fuji and/ or Nikko in the north before heading back to the US @ 5:30 PM on April 3
Since it's our anniversary, should we stay at the Andaz upon our return from Kyoto and stay at one of the other properties when we first arrive (and not worry about bags)?
On another note, I think your plan to do an overnighter in Kyoto is ridiculous. You can't do Kyoto in a day, and I don't know why you would want to waste so much time on a train on a short trip. Just take a day trip to Kamakura for the temples and continue staying at the Andaz.
Sep 21, 2015, 10:08 pm
#141
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If you're not a Diamond, then I also recommend Andaz for your entire trip.
On another note, I think your plan to do an overnighter in Kyoto is ridiculous. You can't do Kyoto in a day, and I don't know why you would want to waste so much time on a train on a short trip. Just take a day trip to Kamakura for the temples and continue staying at the Andaz.
On another note, I think your plan to do an overnighter in Kyoto is ridiculous. You can't do Kyoto in a day, and I don't know why you would want to waste so much time on a train on a short trip. Just take a day trip to Kamakura for the temples and continue staying at the Andaz.
Sep 21, 2015, 10:19 pm
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Sep 22, 2015, 4:39 pm
#143
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Also, could someone please clarify the "all have evening cocktails" comment in the wiki? I assume this refers to free happy hour drinks in the lounge at the HR and GH, but what's the situation at the Andaz and PH? What are the hours for the drinks (and appetizers at the Andaz)?
I have a reservation for the PH with P&C and a DSU, but the Andaz is also available for P&C for a lot less, even though it would cost exactly the same to book either one for my dates on a cash basis. I'm wondering whether the PH is worth 2,500 more points and $150 more cash, plus apparently more than 20% additional for tax and service.
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Sep 22, 2015, 5:53 pm
#144
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As all of my stays are one or two nights, 4pm check out is fairly significant as well.
Also, could someone please clarify the "all have evening cocktails" comment in the wiki? I assume this refers to free happy hour drinks in the lounge at the HR and GH, but what's the situation at the Andaz and PH? What are the hours for the drinks (and appetizers at the Andaz)?
I have a reservation for the PH with P&C and a DSU, but the Andaz is also available for P&C for a lot less, even though it would cost exactly the same to book either one for my dates on a cash basis. I'm wondering whether the PH is worth 2,500 more points and $150 more cash, plus apparently more than 20% additional for tax and service.
Sep 22, 2015, 6:08 pm
#145
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What does the Andaz do for Diamonds other than an excellent free breakfast?
Also, could someone please clarify the "all have evening cocktails" comment in the wiki? I assume this refers to free happy hour drinks in the lounge at the HR and GH, but what's the situation at the Andaz and PH? What are the hours for the drinks (and appetizers at the Andaz)?
I have a reservation for the PH with P&C and a DSU, but the Andaz is also available for P&C for a lot less, even though it would cost exactly the same to book either one for my dates on a cash basis. I'm wondering whether the PH is worth 2,500 more points and $150 more cash, plus apparently more than 20% additional for tax and service.
Also, could someone please clarify the "all have evening cocktails" comment in the wiki? I assume this refers to free happy hour drinks in the lounge at the HR and GH, but what's the situation at the Andaz and PH? What are the hours for the drinks (and appetizers at the Andaz)?
I have a reservation for the PH with P&C and a DSU, but the Andaz is also available for P&C for a lot less, even though it would cost exactly the same to book either one for my dates on a cash basis. I'm wondering whether the PH is worth 2,500 more points and $150 more cash, plus apparently more than 20% additional for tax and service.
Sep 22, 2015, 6:16 pm
#146
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The breakfast, sometimes points AND their delightful eclair amenity or seasonal treat, sometimes an upgrade based on availability (but don't count on suites). In room check-in too. I felt much better treated as a Diamond at Andaz than the one time at PH. Would never pay more to stay at PH. Never.
Sep 22, 2015, 8:09 pm
#148
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My alternatives would be either the Imperial or the Westin, both of which treat me very well (with multiple stays at both, but never a Hyatt in Tokyo, although I have stayed in the Palace Hotel, the former LM, and some boutique properties). Either one gives me a 4 pm checkout, although I'll probably need to leave for the airport at about 2 pm on this stay. BTW, I'm talking about a weekend (Saturday and Sunday nights) in January.
Thanks everyone.
Sep 22, 2015, 8:39 pm
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Not the Peninsula?
My alternatives would be either the Imperial or the Westin, both of which treat me very well (with multiple stays at both, but never a Hyatt in Tokyo, although I have stayed in the Palace Hotel, the former LM, and some boutique properties). Either one gives me a 4 pm checkout, although I'll probably need to leave for the airport at about 2 pm on this stay. BTW, I'm talking about a weekend (Saturday and Sunday nights) in January.
Thanks everyone.
My alternatives would be either the Imperial or the Westin, both of which treat me very well (with multiple stays at both, but never a Hyatt in Tokyo, although I have stayed in the Palace Hotel, the former LM, and some boutique properties). Either one gives me a 4 pm checkout, although I'll probably need to leave for the airport at about 2 pm on this stay. BTW, I'm talking about a weekend (Saturday and Sunday nights) in January.
Thanks everyone.
Sep 22, 2015, 10:38 pm
#150
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Just had two stays at the Andaz after a brief trip to Kyoto in between. Got upgraded to a huge suite the first night. Unfortunately, the suite was unavailable when I came back because of weddings. However, the base room and closet was still huge.