Please post your IHG Rewards Experiences 2022
Jan 31, 2022, 11:05 am
#16
Join Date: Jun 2016
Posts: 54
Holiday Inn Manchester City Centre
What is your Priority Club status?
Spire Ambassador
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
No
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
Booked lowest category double bed. Received lowest category twin bed.
How are the rooms?
New and fresh but cramped. The TV did not work properly.
How is the exec. lounge?
N/A
What was good and what was bad?
The good: The hotel has a new and fresh feeling about it. The location is also very good and very central.
The bad: No upgrade given. In fact I didn't even receive the room I booked. Sleep quality very low. Housekeeping is a mess. Some of the guests are very dodgy. And the hotel seems to be running a refugee/homeless shelter in some of its floors. The breakfast was very limited, not even worth the Ł20 paid. I also got stuck in the lifts twice and then had to climb the stars a few times.
Value for $ or Priority Club Points? Would you return?
Poor value. I would not return.
Spire Ambassador
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
No
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
Booked lowest category double bed. Received lowest category twin bed.
How are the rooms?
New and fresh but cramped. The TV did not work properly.
How is the exec. lounge?
N/A
What was good and what was bad?
The good: The hotel has a new and fresh feeling about it. The location is also very good and very central.
The bad: No upgrade given. In fact I didn't even receive the room I booked. Sleep quality very low. Housekeeping is a mess. Some of the guests are very dodgy. And the hotel seems to be running a refugee/homeless shelter in some of its floors. The breakfast was very limited, not even worth the Ł20 paid. I also got stuck in the lifts twice and then had to climb the stars a few times.
Value for $ or Priority Club Points? Would you return?
Poor value. I would not return.
Last edited by dk9; Jan 31, 2022 at 11:12 am
Jan 31, 2022, 12:44 pm
#17
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Feb 5, 2022, 3:22 am
#18
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Indigo Madrid - Princesa
What is your IHG Rewards status?
Spire Royal Ambassador Inner Circle
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
Booked cheapest rate and got King Bed on high floor.
How are the rooms?
Quite nicely designed but very compact.
Comfortable bed.
Numerous usb sockets next to the bed and desk.
Desk
Open closet.
Bathroom with walk-in shower. Rituals toiletries.
Nespresso coffee machine. Organic tea.
Minibar with free bottles of water
Very quiet despite facing a busy avenue
Window can be fully opened.
How is the exec. lounge?
N/A
What was good and what was bad?
GOOD
Very friendly staff
Quite good breakfast served in a pleasant room.
Central location, conveniently located just opposite Argüelles metro station.
BAD
Nothing
Value for $ or Priority Club Points? Would you return?
Hotel is pretty cheap and pleasant.
Still, as rooms are tiny, I would not recommend this hotel for long stays.
Exterior
Lobby
King bed room
Rooftop terrace
Breakfast
View
Spire Royal Ambassador Inner Circle
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
Booked cheapest rate and got King Bed on high floor.
How are the rooms?
Quite nicely designed but very compact.
Comfortable bed.
Numerous usb sockets next to the bed and desk.
Desk
Open closet.
Bathroom with walk-in shower. Rituals toiletries.
Nespresso coffee machine. Organic tea.
Minibar with free bottles of water
Very quiet despite facing a busy avenue
Window can be fully opened.
How is the exec. lounge?
N/A
What was good and what was bad?
GOOD
Very friendly staff
Quite good breakfast served in a pleasant room.
Central location, conveniently located just opposite Argüelles metro station.
BAD
Nothing
Value for $ or Priority Club Points? Would you return?
Hotel is pretty cheap and pleasant.
Still, as rooms are tiny, I would not recommend this hotel for long stays.
Exterior
Lobby
King bed room
Rooftop terrace
Breakfast
View
Last edited by nicolas75; Feb 5, 2022 at 7:51 am
Feb 17, 2022, 9:50 am
#19
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Programs: IHG Royal Ambassador
Posts: 822
Hotel Indigo Karuizawa
Hotel Indigo Karuizawa
What is your IHG Rewards Club status?
Spire Inner Circle Royal Ambassador
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes.
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
Booked King Bed Suite, Received same. (First night was paid suite stay, 2nd night was upgraded from reward night)
How are the rooms?
64SQM studio suite with small garden. All suites (8 rooms) are located in 1st (ground) floor in Building A (This hotel is separated in total 6 buildings. Reception, Restaurant, SPA House, and Guest Room Building A・B・C.) One king bed, spacious bathroom with twin shower and round shape heat retention sunken bathtub. 49inch SONY 4K LCD TV, Two sets of (BOSE and MoriMori) Bluetooth sound system, illy IPERESPRESSO coffee machine, and sofa set. Toiletries are Biology provided by push dispenser.
Video of King Bed Suite:
How is the exec. lounge?
This hotel does not have exec. lounge.
What was your welcome gift?
Financier, Madeleine, Chocolate cake, and Strawberry.
What was good?
+++++ Contemporary, but classy and calm atmosphere.
+++++ Excellent All day dining KAGARIBI
+++++ Bathhouse
What was bad?
Bad
- - - - - Beverages, especially wine pricings are too expensive.
- - - - - minibar selection
Value for $ or Rewards Club Points?
Yes.
Would you return?
Yes.
Reception and lobby lounge
KAGARIBI Dining zone
KAGARIBI bar zone
Lunch
Dinner set
Dinner set
Dinner set
Dinner set
Dinner set
Fitness centre
Fitness centre
Bathhouse
Bathhouse
Bathhouse
Bathhouse
Bathhouse
Bathhouse
Bathhouse
What is your IHG Rewards Club status?
Spire Inner Circle Royal Ambassador
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes.
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
Booked King Bed Suite, Received same. (First night was paid suite stay, 2nd night was upgraded from reward night)
How are the rooms?
64SQM studio suite with small garden. All suites (8 rooms) are located in 1st (ground) floor in Building A (This hotel is separated in total 6 buildings. Reception, Restaurant, SPA House, and Guest Room Building A・B・C.) One king bed, spacious bathroom with twin shower and round shape heat retention sunken bathtub. 49inch SONY 4K LCD TV, Two sets of (BOSE and MoriMori) Bluetooth sound system, illy IPERESPRESSO coffee machine, and sofa set. Toiletries are Biology provided by push dispenser.
Video of King Bed Suite:
How is the exec. lounge?
This hotel does not have exec. lounge.
What was your welcome gift?
Financier, Madeleine, Chocolate cake, and Strawberry.
What was good?
+++++ Contemporary, but classy and calm atmosphere.
+++++ Excellent All day dining KAGARIBI
+++++ Bathhouse
What was bad?
Bad
- - - - - Beverages, especially wine pricings are too expensive.
- - - - - minibar selection
Value for $ or Rewards Club Points?
Yes.
Would you return?
Yes.
Reception and lobby lounge
KAGARIBI Dining zone
KAGARIBI bar zone
Lunch
Dinner set
Dinner set
Dinner set
Dinner set
Dinner set
Fitness centre
Fitness centre
Bathhouse
Bathhouse
Bathhouse
Bathhouse
Bathhouse
Bathhouse
Bathhouse
Feb 20, 2022, 12:29 am
#20
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Feb 21, 2022, 4:43 pm
#21
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Programs: IHG Royal Ambassador
Posts: 822
Feb 23, 2022, 5:28 am
#22
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Join Date: Mar 2003
Location: Ka ʻĀpala Nui, Nuioka
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Posts: 18,036
Crowne Plaza Phoenix Airport
What is your Priority Club status?
Spire Ambassador
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
King With Sofa Bed and was given the same. Technically, it could have been an upgrade to a King Executive as our room was on the 10th (top) floor, but there isn't an Executive Lounge on the property, nor did I see any signage on the floor advertising it as such.
How are the rooms?
Somewhat tired decor. Average-sized room and bathroom with decent water pressure and hot water quickly available. Having a mini-fridge in the room was welcome.
How is the exec. lounge?
N/A
What was good and what was bad?
Good -Very close to PHX airport. While the property can be accessed by the PHX Sky Train, we decided to use the free shuttle. I called the property to let them know we had arrived at Terminal 3 and a shuttle was dispatched to pick us up; I'd estimate that we waited about 10 minutes. We rode directly back to the hotel without making any stops (sharing the ride with us were the flight attendants from our inbound flight). I took the shuttle back the next morning to the terminals before transferring to the bus to the Rental Car Center. The Sky Train extension to the rental cars should be opened in a few months. Overall, staff were very friendly.
Bad - Soundproofing in room wasn't that good. We could hear the voices of the people in the room next to us coming through the connecting door. Also, our room faced directly east and the northern Runway 8/26. The departures in the morning were to the east so there was a lot of jet noise.
The restaurant is open; I went down for breakfast. There was a huge group of high-school aged hockey players and their families staying at the hotel and they overwhelmed the restaurant seats and the buffet; the restaurant wasn't prepared for the large number of people eating at once.
Value for $ or Priority Club Points? Would you return?
The rate was a bit pricey given that it was a busy holiday weekend. Once the Sky Train opens to the Rental Car Center, I would certainly give this property a longer look, Otherwise, I'll probably look to stay elsewhere.
Spire Ambassador
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
King With Sofa Bed and was given the same. Technically, it could have been an upgrade to a King Executive as our room was on the 10th (top) floor, but there isn't an Executive Lounge on the property, nor did I see any signage on the floor advertising it as such.
How are the rooms?
Somewhat tired decor. Average-sized room and bathroom with decent water pressure and hot water quickly available. Having a mini-fridge in the room was welcome.
How is the exec. lounge?
N/A
What was good and what was bad?
Good -Very close to PHX airport. While the property can be accessed by the PHX Sky Train, we decided to use the free shuttle. I called the property to let them know we had arrived at Terminal 3 and a shuttle was dispatched to pick us up; I'd estimate that we waited about 10 minutes. We rode directly back to the hotel without making any stops (sharing the ride with us were the flight attendants from our inbound flight). I took the shuttle back the next morning to the terminals before transferring to the bus to the Rental Car Center. The Sky Train extension to the rental cars should be opened in a few months. Overall, staff were very friendly.
Bad - Soundproofing in room wasn't that good. We could hear the voices of the people in the room next to us coming through the connecting door. Also, our room faced directly east and the northern Runway 8/26. The departures in the morning were to the east so there was a lot of jet noise.
The restaurant is open; I went down for breakfast. There was a huge group of high-school aged hockey players and their families staying at the hotel and they overwhelmed the restaurant seats and the buffet; the restaurant wasn't prepared for the large number of people eating at once.
Value for $ or Priority Club Points? Would you return?
The rate was a bit pricey given that it was a busy holiday weekend. Once the Sky Train opens to the Rental Car Center, I would certainly give this property a longer look, Otherwise, I'll probably look to stay elsewhere.
Last edited by FlyinHawaiian; Feb 23, 2022 at 8:21 am
Mar 1, 2022, 6:19 am
#23
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Programs: IHG Royal Ambassador
Posts: 822
Hotel Indigo Inuyama Urakuen Garden
Hotel Indigo Inuyama Urakuen Garden
What is your IHG Rewards Club status?
Spire Inner Circle Royal Ambassador
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes.
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
Booked Hotel Indigo King Suite, Received same.
How are the rooms?
76SQM largest suite in this hotel. Only two rooms in this hotel (#403 and #409).
Separated living and Bedroom, terrace with view (Inuyama Castle and Kisogawa River), 2x Sony 49 inch 4K LCD TV, BOSE Bluetooth audio, Nespresso, and Spacious bathroom.
Video of Hotel Indigo King Suite:
How is the exec. lounge?
This hotel does not have exec. lounge.
What was your welcome gift?
Sweets, Two welcome drink vouchers, and Mini-bar free of charge.
What was good?
+++++ Cool design, especially public area.
+++++ Luxury hotel class services (like butler service)
+++++ Natural Onsen Bathhouse
+++++ Beautiful bamboo garden around the entrance
+++++ Free of charge the entrance fee of National Treasure Urakuen Garden for stay guests
What was bad?
- - - - - Champagne offering is too expensive.
- - - minibar selection (no wines)
Value for $ or Rewards Club Points?
Yes.
Would you return?
Yes.
Fitness Centre
Natural Onsen Bathhouse
Rotenburo open air bath (Natural Onsen Bathhouse)
Lobby
Boutique and Concierge desk
Reception
What is your IHG Rewards Club status?
Spire Inner Circle Royal Ambassador
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes.
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
Booked Hotel Indigo King Suite, Received same.
How are the rooms?
76SQM largest suite in this hotel. Only two rooms in this hotel (#403 and #409).
Separated living and Bedroom, terrace with view (Inuyama Castle and Kisogawa River), 2x Sony 49 inch 4K LCD TV, BOSE Bluetooth audio, Nespresso, and Spacious bathroom.
Video of Hotel Indigo King Suite:
How is the exec. lounge?
This hotel does not have exec. lounge.
What was your welcome gift?
Sweets, Two welcome drink vouchers, and Mini-bar free of charge.
What was good?
+++++ Cool design, especially public area.
+++++ Luxury hotel class services (like butler service)
+++++ Natural Onsen Bathhouse
+++++ Beautiful bamboo garden around the entrance
+++++ Free of charge the entrance fee of National Treasure Urakuen Garden for stay guests
What was bad?
- - - - - Champagne offering is too expensive.
- - - minibar selection (no wines)
Value for $ or Rewards Club Points?
Yes.
Would you return?
Yes.
Fitness Centre
Natural Onsen Bathhouse
Rotenburo open air bath (Natural Onsen Bathhouse)
Lobby
Boutique and Concierge desk
Reception
Mar 12, 2022, 3:28 am
#24
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Hotel Indigo Berlin - East Side Gallery
What is your IHG Rewards status?
Inner Circle Royal Ambassador
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes, very much
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
Booked cheapest rate and got Queen Bed Premium on last floor.
How are the rooms?
Around 30 sqm.
Very nicely designed.
Comfortable bed.
Desk with usb sockets.
Bathroom with walk in shower. Natural Remedies toiletries.
Wooden floor.
Free minibar (with Coke and bier).
Bathrobe. Kettle.
Connectable television witt good selection of international channels.
Nice view over East Side Gallery.
Very quiet.
How is the exec. lounge?
N/A
What was good and what was bad?
GOOD
Super friendly staff.
Cool design.
Very good breakfast, served until 11.30am on Saturdays and Sundays.
Trendy location,and convenient when coming by public transportation from BER airport.
Bikes can be rented.
BAD
Nothing
Value for $ or IHG Rewards Points? Would you return?
Yes, definitely.
Exterior
Lobby
Corridor to the rooms
Queen Premium room
Welcome gift
Bathroom
View from the room
Breakfast
Terrace
Inner Circle Royal Ambassador
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes, very much
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
Booked cheapest rate and got Queen Bed Premium on last floor.
How are the rooms?
Around 30 sqm.
Very nicely designed.
Comfortable bed.
Desk with usb sockets.
Bathroom with walk in shower. Natural Remedies toiletries.
Wooden floor.
Free minibar (with Coke and bier).
Bathrobe. Kettle.
Connectable television witt good selection of international channels.
Nice view over East Side Gallery.
Very quiet.
How is the exec. lounge?
N/A
What was good and what was bad?
GOOD
Super friendly staff.
Cool design.
Very good breakfast, served until 11.30am on Saturdays and Sundays.
Trendy location,and convenient when coming by public transportation from BER airport.
Bikes can be rented.
BAD
Nothing
Value for $ or IHG Rewards Points? Would you return?
Yes, definitely.
Exterior
Lobby
Corridor to the rooms
Queen Premium room
Welcome gift
Bathroom
View from the room
Breakfast
Terrace
Mar 19, 2022, 4:40 am
#25
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Crowne Plaza Budapest
What is your IHG Rewards status?
Spire Inner Circle Royal Ambassador
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes, very much
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
Booked cheapest rate and got a King Bed Corner Junior Suite with Sofa.
How are the rooms?
Around 40 sqm.
Nicely designed in warm and soft colours.
Very comfortable bed.
Desk with usb sockets.
Bathroom with walk in shower and bathrub. Rituals toiletries.
Nespresso machine.
Kettle.
HDMI Connectable television witt good selection of international channels.
View over the city.
Soundproofing could be better (windows do not close properly, so you can hear pretty well street’s noise).
How is the exec. lounge?
It is still closed but breakfast is served at main restaurant and drinks can be ordered for free at lobby’s bar.
What was good and what was bad?
GOOD
Very friendly staff.
Pleasant design.
Good breakfast served in a lightly restaurant with a view.
Central location.
Excellent fitness centre.
Free PressReader.
Shared bike station just next to reception.
BAD
Nothing
Value for $ or IHG Rewards Points? Would you return?
Yes, definitely.
Exterior
Lobby
Bar
Corridor to the rooms
Junior Suite
View from the room
Breakfast
Fitness centre
Club lounge (currently closed)
Spire Inner Circle Royal Ambassador
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes, very much
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
Booked cheapest rate and got a King Bed Corner Junior Suite with Sofa.
How are the rooms?
Around 40 sqm.
Nicely designed in warm and soft colours.
Very comfortable bed.
Desk with usb sockets.
Bathroom with walk in shower and bathrub. Rituals toiletries.
Nespresso machine.
Kettle.
HDMI Connectable television witt good selection of international channels.
View over the city.
Soundproofing could be better (windows do not close properly, so you can hear pretty well street’s noise).
How is the exec. lounge?
It is still closed but breakfast is served at main restaurant and drinks can be ordered for free at lobby’s bar.
What was good and what was bad?
GOOD
Very friendly staff.
Pleasant design.
Good breakfast served in a lightly restaurant with a view.
Central location.
Excellent fitness centre.
Free PressReader.
Shared bike station just next to reception.
BAD
Nothing
Value for $ or IHG Rewards Points? Would you return?
Yes, definitely.
Exterior
Lobby
Bar
Corridor to the rooms
Junior Suite
View from the room
Breakfast
Fitness centre
Club lounge (currently closed)
Last edited by nicolas75; Mar 19, 2022 at 5:58 am
Mar 28, 2022, 4:00 am
#26
Join Date: Aug 2013
Posts: 26
Hotel Indigo Inuyama Urakuen Garden, Japan
Hotel Indigo Inuyama Urakuen Garden, Japan
Hotel Indigo Inuyama Urakuen Garden, Japan
What is your Priority Club status?
Platinum
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Very much so.
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
Base room on points and upgraded to Castle View Double.
However the 'back' view is of a National Treasure garden and teahouse and even the 'worse' view rooms are of a car park that is really nice as car-parks go.
How are the rooms?
Very high spec. Far nicer build quality than I've experienced at any of the Indigos I've stayed at in Europe.
How is the exec. lounge?
N/A
What was good and what was bad?
It's very new and there are all kinds of good things from that but conversely the service is also new and it may take some time for the service levels to match the hardware. Not that it was bad but there were a number of moments where the mismatch came through.
Breakfast for the Japanese option was very comprehensive, the waiter staff warned us that it would be, but even then it was lot of food!
Nice balcony with sofa though it was a little cool to take advantage of. Beautifully designed and maintained (so far) surroundings for the hotel.
Short pleasant walk up the hill to the famed castle the hotel takes part of its name from.
Entrance to the adjacent National Treasure teahouse and gardens is free for hotel guests (1,200yen) green-tea service in the teahouse is another 600 yen.
Great cocktails and banter from the Italian patron at the bar.
Great room service burger.
Value for $ or Priority Club Points? Would you return?
Very much so, prices are pitching around 30,000 to 40,000 yen which is realistic for what you get.
Hotel Indigo Inuyama Urakuen Garden, Japan
What is your Priority Club status?
Platinum
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Very much so.
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
Base room on points and upgraded to Castle View Double.
However the 'back' view is of a National Treasure garden and teahouse and even the 'worse' view rooms are of a car park that is really nice as car-parks go.
How are the rooms?
Very high spec. Far nicer build quality than I've experienced at any of the Indigos I've stayed at in Europe.
How is the exec. lounge?
N/A
What was good and what was bad?
It's very new and there are all kinds of good things from that but conversely the service is also new and it may take some time for the service levels to match the hardware. Not that it was bad but there were a number of moments where the mismatch came through.
Breakfast for the Japanese option was very comprehensive, the waiter staff warned us that it would be, but even then it was lot of food!
Nice balcony with sofa though it was a little cool to take advantage of. Beautifully designed and maintained (so far) surroundings for the hotel.
Short pleasant walk up the hill to the famed castle the hotel takes part of its name from.
Entrance to the adjacent National Treasure teahouse and gardens is free for hotel guests (1,200yen) green-tea service in the teahouse is another 600 yen.
Great cocktails and banter from the Italian patron at the bar.
Great room service burger.
Value for $ or Priority Club Points? Would you return?
Very much so, prices are pitching around 30,000 to 40,000 yen which is realistic for what you get.
Last edited by FLYGVA; Apr 2, 2022 at 4:32 am Reason: adjusted to styling
Apr 1, 2022, 12:31 pm
#27
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Programs: IHG Royal Ambassador
Posts: 822
ANA Holiday Inn Sendai
ANA Holiday Inn Sendai
What is your IHG Rewards Club status?
Spire Inner Circle Royal Ambassador
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes.
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
Two stays with in one week, booked both One Double Bed Standard Room, received Two Single beds Premium Room High Floor on 1st stay, Renewal One King bed Premium Room High Floor on 2nd stay.
How are the rooms?
Now this hotel is under the renovation work until the end of April 2022. Indeed, non-renovated rooms are dated, but functional. Average room size is around 25 sqm, but not too cramped.
Video of Two Single beds Premium Room:
Video of Renewal One King bed Premium Room:
How is the exec. lounge?
This hotel does not have exec. lounge.
What was your welcome gift?
None.
What was good?
+++++ Renewal Rooms
+++++ Just 6 minutes walk from JR Sendai Shinkansen Station
+++++ Restaurant is provided good products with good price
What was bad?
Bad
- - - - - No view
- - - - - TV is a little bit small considered to the recent trend.
- - - - - Location is close to Sendai station, but the residential district, not business and sight seeing district. Nothing vibrant around there. Need to go to Sendai station if you any need. (Of course, still best for bed and breakfast.)
Value for $ or Rewards Club Points?
Yes.
Would you return?
Yes.
What is your IHG Rewards Club status?
Spire Inner Circle Royal Ambassador
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes.
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
Two stays with in one week, booked both One Double Bed Standard Room, received Two Single beds Premium Room High Floor on 1st stay, Renewal One King bed Premium Room High Floor on 2nd stay.
How are the rooms?
Now this hotel is under the renovation work until the end of April 2022. Indeed, non-renovated rooms are dated, but functional. Average room size is around 25 sqm, but not too cramped.
Video of Two Single beds Premium Room:
Video of Renewal One King bed Premium Room:
How is the exec. lounge?
This hotel does not have exec. lounge.
What was your welcome gift?
None.
What was good?
+++++ Renewal Rooms
+++++ Just 6 minutes walk from JR Sendai Shinkansen Station
+++++ Restaurant is provided good products with good price
What was bad?
Bad
- - - - - No view
- - - - - TV is a little bit small considered to the recent trend.
- - - - - Location is close to Sendai station, but the residential district, not business and sight seeing district. Nothing vibrant around there. Need to go to Sendai station if you any need. (Of course, still best for bed and breakfast.)
Value for $ or Rewards Club Points?
Yes.
Would you return?
Yes.
Apr 1, 2022, 1:19 pm
#28
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Location: PARIS (France)
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Holiday Inn Express Paris CDG Airport
What is your IHG Rewards status?
Inner Circle Royal Ambassador
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes.
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
Booked on points as my flight was canceled and postponed the next day, very early, and got Superior room on last floor with airport view.
How are the rooms?
Around 20 sqm large.
Last generation of Holiday Inn Express design: pretty smart and comfortable in a small space.
Comfortable bed with usb sockets.
Sofa with small desk.
Bathroom with walk in shower. Soak Superfood toiletries (I liked the fragrance).
Kettle.
Connectable television with good selection of international channels.
View over the jetway.
Very quiet.
How is the exec. lounge?
N/A
What was good and what was bad?
GOOD
Very friendly staff.
Easy access to/from CDG airport via free CDG Val automatic shuttle (3 minutes walk from PR station through outdoors covered walkway).
Restaurant.
Meals of good quality in jarred can be purchased and reheated in the microwave in the lobby.
Bar.
For very early birds, breakfast is offered next to the bar (otherwise at restaurant).
As Spire member, I received both points and free drink.
BAD
Nothing
Value for $ or IHG Rewards Points? Would you return?
Yes, very convenient for early flight.
Exterior
Lobby
Dishes in jars
Restaurant
Bar
Superior room with airport view
Bathroom
View over the jetway
Luggage scale
Inner Circle Royal Ambassador
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes.
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
Booked on points as my flight was canceled and postponed the next day, very early, and got Superior room on last floor with airport view.
How are the rooms?
Around 20 sqm large.
Last generation of Holiday Inn Express design: pretty smart and comfortable in a small space.
Comfortable bed with usb sockets.
Sofa with small desk.
Bathroom with walk in shower. Soak Superfood toiletries (I liked the fragrance).
Kettle.
Connectable television with good selection of international channels.
View over the jetway.
Very quiet.
How is the exec. lounge?
N/A
What was good and what was bad?
GOOD
Very friendly staff.
Easy access to/from CDG airport via free CDG Val automatic shuttle (3 minutes walk from PR station through outdoors covered walkway).
Restaurant.
Meals of good quality in jarred can be purchased and reheated in the microwave in the lobby.
Bar.
For very early birds, breakfast is offered next to the bar (otherwise at restaurant).
As Spire member, I received both points and free drink.
BAD
Nothing
Value for $ or IHG Rewards Points? Would you return?
Yes, very convenient for early flight.
Exterior
Lobby
Dishes in jars
Restaurant
Bar
Superior room with airport view
Bathroom
View over the jetway
Luggage scale
Last edited by nicolas75; Apr 2, 2022 at 7:25 am
Apr 13, 2022, 4:18 pm
#29
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Programs: IHG Royal Ambassador
Posts: 822
Hotel Indigo Karuizawa
Hotel Indigo Karuizawa
What is your IHG Rewards Club status?
Diamond Inner Circle Royal Ambassador
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes.
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
Booked Standard Room, Received King River View Room with Viewbath.
How are the rooms?
32SQM. One king bed, small terrace with river view. View bathroom with sunken bathtub. 49inch SONY 4K LCD TV, BOSE Bluetooth sound system, illy IPERESPRESSO coffee machine, and sofa set. Toiletries are Biology provided by push dispenser. Floor level 3 rooms have higher ceilings than level 2 and ground level floors.
Video of King River View Room with Viewbath:
How is the exec. lounge?
This hotel does not have exec. lounge.
What was your welcome gift?
Madeleine and welcome drink voucher. Welcome drink selections are vary to the status. I choose a grass of champagne (Diamond only)
What was good?
+++++ Contemporary, but classy and calm atmosphere.
+++++ Excellent All day dining KAGARIBI
+++++ Bathhouse
What was bad?
Bad
- - - - - Beverages, especially bottle wine offering is too expensive.
- - - - - minibar selection
Value for $ or Rewards Club Points?
Yes.
Would you return?
Yes.
What is your IHG Rewards Club status?
Diamond Inner Circle Royal Ambassador
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes.
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
Booked Standard Room, Received King River View Room with Viewbath.
How are the rooms?
32SQM. One king bed, small terrace with river view. View bathroom with sunken bathtub. 49inch SONY 4K LCD TV, BOSE Bluetooth sound system, illy IPERESPRESSO coffee machine, and sofa set. Toiletries are Biology provided by push dispenser. Floor level 3 rooms have higher ceilings than level 2 and ground level floors.
Video of King River View Room with Viewbath:
How is the exec. lounge?
This hotel does not have exec. lounge.
What was your welcome gift?
Madeleine and welcome drink voucher. Welcome drink selections are vary to the status. I choose a grass of champagne (Diamond only)
What was good?
+++++ Contemporary, but classy and calm atmosphere.
+++++ Excellent All day dining KAGARIBI
+++++ Bathhouse
What was bad?
Bad
- - - - - Beverages, especially bottle wine offering is too expensive.
- - - - - minibar selection
Value for $ or Rewards Club Points?
Yes.
Would you return?
Yes.
Apr 19, 2022, 4:18 pm
#30
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Programs: IHG Royal Ambassador
Posts: 822
Holiday Inn Express Osaka City Centre - Midosuji
Holiday Inn Express Osaka City Centre - Midosuji
What is your IHG Rewards status?
Diamond Inner Circle Royal Ambassador
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
Booked King Standard Room, Received Three Single Beds Standard Room City View High Floor.
This hotel has only 4 room categories, Queen Bed Standard, King Bed Standard, Two Single Beds Standard, and Three Single Beds Standard. Most of them are around 18sqm. Three Single Beds Standard Room is 36sqm.
How are the rooms?
This hotel is just reflagged from Japanese local hotel chain. Former hotel opened in May 2019, however due to COVID, hotel has been closed just 10 months. Therefore everything looks new. However, this hotel will have massive renovation to suits Holiday Inn Express brand standard from April to October 2022.
So, this room design is temporary one.
Video of Three Single Beds Standard Room City View High Floor:
Arranged One King and One Single bed configuration
Arranged One King and One Single bed configuration
How is the exec. lounge?
N/A
What was good and what was bad?
Good
Super friendly staff. General Manager is Jerome! (Do you remember? He was in IC Osaka, ANA Tokyo and Borabora)
Location (In the heart of Osaka City. Just 2 minutes walk from Osaka Metro Honmachi station)
Bad
Nothing (We should not judge this hotel under current soft opening phase.)
Value for $ or Priority Club Points? Would you return?
Yes. I look forward to see their completed figure.
What is your IHG Rewards status?
Diamond Inner Circle Royal Ambassador
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
Booked King Standard Room, Received Three Single Beds Standard Room City View High Floor.
This hotel has only 4 room categories, Queen Bed Standard, King Bed Standard, Two Single Beds Standard, and Three Single Beds Standard. Most of them are around 18sqm. Three Single Beds Standard Room is 36sqm.
How are the rooms?
This hotel is just reflagged from Japanese local hotel chain. Former hotel opened in May 2019, however due to COVID, hotel has been closed just 10 months. Therefore everything looks new. However, this hotel will have massive renovation to suits Holiday Inn Express brand standard from April to October 2022.
So, this room design is temporary one.
Video of Three Single Beds Standard Room City View High Floor:
Arranged One King and One Single bed configuration
Arranged One King and One Single bed configuration
How is the exec. lounge?
N/A
What was good and what was bad?
Good
Super friendly staff. General Manager is Jerome! (Do you remember? He was in IC Osaka, ANA Tokyo and Borabora)
Location (In the heart of Osaka City. Just 2 minutes walk from Osaka Metro Honmachi station)
Bad
Nothing (We should not judge this hotel under current soft opening phase.)
Value for $ or Priority Club Points? Would you return?
Yes. I look forward to see their completed figure.
Last edited by Raynyan; Apr 24, 2022 at 2:40 pm