InterContinental Resort Crete, Greece [Pre-opening Thread] sched Jul 2024 (or 2025)
May 9, 2024, 8:19 am
#31
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May 9, 2024, 9:28 am
#32
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There are several dozen ICs without lounges, and many CPs (and even some HIs) with lounges, as discussed in several other threads. For many of us, a lounge is not the defining feature of a property, and given that most IC guests do not have access to the lounge, it is hardly a defining feature of the brand.
May 10, 2024, 9:38 am
#33
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Tend to agree that it should be standard. Then again not all CP's have lounges either .... does than make them a Holiday Inn :-)
May 10, 2024, 9:39 am
#34
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There are several dozen ICs without lounges, and many CPs (and even some HIs) with lounges, as discussed in several other threads. For many of us, a lounge is not the defining feature of a property, and given that most IC guests do not have access to the lounge, it is hardly a defining feature of the brand.
May 10, 2024, 10:25 am
#35
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ICs are inconsistent and really need some coherent brand identity.
I stay 60 plus nights in ICs most years so Im perfectly well aware that some do not have lounges.
But as well recorded in another thread it is infuriatingly difficult to compile a definitive list of IHG group hotels that have lounges.
it looks like an Indigo similar to the one in Bali. That is not a criticism of quality or the facilities. Just an observation of inconsistency within IHG brands.
May 10, 2024, 11:32 am
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we will have to agree to disagree on my opinion
ICs are inconsistent and really need some coherent brand identity.
I stay 60 plus nights in ICs most years so Im perfectly well aware that some do not have lounges.
But as well recorded in another thread it is infuriatingly difficult to compile a definitive list of IHG group hotels that have lounges.
it looks like an Indigo similar to the one in Bali. That is not a criticism of quality or the facilities. Just an observation of inconsistency within IHG brands.
ICs are inconsistent and really need some coherent brand identity.
I stay 60 plus nights in ICs most years so Im perfectly well aware that some do not have lounges.
But as well recorded in another thread it is infuriatingly difficult to compile a definitive list of IHG group hotels that have lounges.
it looks like an Indigo similar to the one in Bali. That is not a criticism of quality or the facilities. Just an observation of inconsistency within IHG brands.
May 10, 2024, 11:54 am
#37
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but it doesnt make my initial observation any less relevant to this thread?
May 13, 2024, 10:38 am
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Slightly intrigued by this one, do we have any photos or details? It seems odd the hotel did not start proper promotion this late if opening sticks to June 3rd. I could not find any photos on the web or even on social media, they do not even seem to have accounts set up at all.
May 13, 2024, 11:18 am
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Slightly intrigued by this one, do we have any photos or details? It seems odd the hotel did not start proper promotion this late if opening sticks to June 3rd. I could not find any photos on the web or even on social media, they do not even seem to have accounts set up at all.
May 13, 2024, 7:09 pm
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May 26, 2024, 3:28 am
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Has anyone been in contact with (Sr) Management at the hotel and would mind sharing their contact details? We have an upcoming stay in early June and just read on their website that they are accepting reservations from June 17th onwards (few days after our check-out date...). So far no communication from the hotel and I only have their reservation@ email. Thanks!
May 26, 2024, 9:00 am
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Has anyone been in contact with (Sr) Management at the hotel and would mind sharing their contact details? We have an upcoming stay in early June and just read on their website that they are accepting reservations from June 17th onwards (few days after our check-out date...). So far no communication from the hotel and I only have their reservation@ email. Thanks!
May 27, 2024, 4:27 am
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The contact number for the hotel is now on their website as off 2 days ago. I spoke to them yesterday and they confirm that the opening date is confirmed as 17th June 2024, I arrive on the 18th. Their internal comms is not yet up and running so they cannot access all of the information with reference to bookings. I'd give them a call on +306932612702, I spoke to Rania who was very helpful and explained clearly the reasons behind delayed opening dates. They will update the IHG website promptly should the opening date of 17th June be moved (hopefully not). Thanks Allan