May 8, 2015, 12:28 am
Last edit by: FlyMan
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?
May 20, 2015, 11:03 pm
#106
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Not a Platinum benefit per se, but if it's three adults, the only hotel that allows you to use an award stay without paying for an upgrade (ie, the only hotel where the base room accommodates three adults) is Andaz Tokyo.
You'll also have access to drinks and pastries in the morning and free snacks in the lobby throughout your stay.
You'll also have access to drinks and pastries in the morning and free snacks in the lobby throughout your stay.
I saw online that it seems quite dead in that area at night.
May 21, 2015, 12:04 am
#107
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Unless you want room service (pretty sure they still have a limited menu for late night) you will probably do best eating at Haneda. Some interesting places to be found there even late at night.
May 21, 2015, 2:22 am
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I'd take a Bebu Burger around that time. The room service salmon Don is also pretty good.
May 21, 2015, 4:36 am
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Jul 7, 2015, 10:46 am
#113
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Traveling to Tokyo next summer with a group of friends. just CANNOT decide between PH or Andaz. (never been to either location, last time in Tokyo I stayed at Ritz Roppongi)
Love that PH has the novelty factor from movies and can use a DSU but it's sooo dated looking.
Love Andaz is new and chic but sucks that I can't apply a DSU.
Want to see if I can get some expert advise from the community.
Love that PH has the novelty factor from movies and can use a DSU but it's sooo dated looking.
Love Andaz is new and chic but sucks that I can't apply a DSU.
Want to see if I can get some expert advise from the community.
Jul 7, 2015, 11:35 am
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Traveling to Tokyo next summer with a group of friends. just CANNOT decide between PH or Andaz. (never been to either location, last time in Tokyo I stayed at Ritz Roppongi)
Love that PH has the novelty factor from movies and can use a DSU but it's sooo dated looking.
Love Andaz is new and chic but sucks that I can't apply a DSU.
Want to see if I can get some expert advise from the community.
Love that PH has the novelty factor from movies and can use a DSU but it's sooo dated looking.
Love Andaz is new and chic but sucks that I can't apply a DSU.
Want to see if I can get some expert advise from the community.
Jul 7, 2015, 12:05 pm
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Speaking as someone in the same position (i.e. haven't stayed in either), personally I would go to Andaz unless I need the space.
Andaz seems to be talked about almost as an "Aman-lite" - I don't remember hearing such praise for the PH any longer.
Andaz seems to be talked about almost as an "Aman-lite" - I don't remember hearing such praise for the PH any longer.
Jul 7, 2015, 12:17 pm
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I would go so far as to say Aman's equal or even better (in some respects).
Jul 7, 2015, 8:48 pm
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Everyone, thanks for the prompt feedback.
I've actually booked a Suite at PHT already with a DSU but now I'm going to take another look at Andaz (maybe split my stay).
Wow, the PH is actually cheaper ($341) than Andaz ($418) during my dates (next June)...has it really fallen off that much?
I'm especially surprised that even comp a suite at PH vs. a standard/deluxe at Andaz, people are leaning hard towards Andaz, still.
I've actually booked a Suite at PHT already with a DSU but now I'm going to take another look at Andaz (maybe split my stay).
Wow, the PH is actually cheaper ($341) than Andaz ($418) during my dates (next June)...has it really fallen off that much?
I'm especially surprised that even comp a suite at PH vs. a standard/deluxe at Andaz, people are leaning hard towards Andaz, still.
Jul 7, 2015, 9:10 pm
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2. The room and the facilities are obviously newer.
3. Staff at Andaz is friendlier and more accommodating
4. Lounge has lots of tasty drinks and appetizers throughout the day for all guests
5. Award reservations are cheaper than PHT.
That's just a few of the items in the Andaz's favor that I can think of off the top of my head. Most of my reasons for ultimately preferring the PHT anyway depend on having Diamond status.
Jul 7, 2015, 9:18 pm
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1. Base room is bigger at Andaz (50 sq metre compared to 45)
2. The room and the facilities are obviously newer.
3. Staff at Andaz is friendlier and more accommodating
4. Lounge has lots of tasty drinks and appetizers throughout the day for all guests
5. Award reservations are cheaper than PHT.
That's just a few of the items in the Andaz's favor that I can think of off the top of my head. Most of my reasons for ultimately preferring the PHT anyway depend on having Diamond status.
2. The room and the facilities are obviously newer.
3. Staff at Andaz is friendlier and more accommodating
4. Lounge has lots of tasty drinks and appetizers throughout the day for all guests
5. Award reservations are cheaper than PHT.
That's just a few of the items in the Andaz's favor that I can think of off the top of my head. Most of my reasons for ultimately preferring the PHT anyway depend on having Diamond status.
Thanks for your input!
Reasons for wanting to stay at PH:
the suite upgrade is of such great value
have space for my friends and I to hang out
The hype I've heard over the years
However, I do prefer modern facilities so Andaz seems to fit the bill much better.
While I'm a Diamond, my friends aren't so that limits what I can do.
I guess I can always just stay in a regular room at Andaz (c+p) and hang out in their lounge areas/bars.
Maybe finally try PHT once it receive a renovation, in 20 years.
Jul 7, 2015, 9:44 pm
#120
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Everyone, thanks for the prompt feedback.
I've actually booked a Suite at PHT already with a DSU but now I'm going to take another look at Andaz (maybe split my stay).
Wow, the PH is actually cheaper ($341) than Andaz ($418) during my dates (next June)...has it really fallen off that much?
I'm especially surprised that even comp a suite at PH vs. a standard/deluxe at Andaz, people are leaning hard towards Andaz, still.
I've actually booked a Suite at PHT already with a DSU but now I'm going to take another look at Andaz (maybe split my stay).
Wow, the PH is actually cheaper ($341) than Andaz ($418) during my dates (next June)...has it really fallen off that much?
I'm especially surprised that even comp a suite at PH vs. a standard/deluxe at Andaz, people are leaning hard towards Andaz, still.
You could gift them Guest of Honor and they would get breakfasts at least and other Diamond benefits.