Feb 2, 2018, 4:20 pm
Last edit by: scubaccr
Hua Min usual/planned RA Room Upgrades
Ref email Feb2018 to fellow RA member SHOVEN for Stay Apr2018 regards their usual/planned RA Room Upgrades
(I added from their pot as Shoven only has 37 FT posts so can't)
scubaccr
The Hotel just sent me the below as I'm planning a stay in April thought it might be of some use for others.
Regarding your enquiry, please find below step of room upgrade for Royal Ambassador Member for your reference,
BluPort WingReserve
Upgrade to
Superior Room - Superior Suite (BluPort Wing) or Premier Room (Beach Wing)
Superior Studio - Resort Classic Suite (Beach Wing)
Superior Suite - Premier Suite (Beach Wing)
Beach WingReserve
Upgrade to
Resort Classic Room - Premier Pool Terrace
Premier Room - Resort Classic Suite
Premier Pool Terrace - Premier Suite
Resort Classic Suite - Premier Suite
Premier Suite / Club InterContinental Suite - No upgrade
Ref email Feb2018 to fellow RA member SHOVEN for Stay Apr2018 regards their usual/planned RA Room Upgrades
(I added from their pot as Shoven only has 37 FT posts so can't)
scubaccr
The Hotel just sent me the below as I'm planning a stay in April thought it might be of some use for others.
Regarding your enquiry, please find below step of room upgrade for Royal Ambassador Member for your reference,
BluPort WingReserve
Upgrade to
Superior Room - Superior Suite (BluPort Wing) or Premier Room (Beach Wing)
Superior Studio - Resort Classic Suite (Beach Wing)
Superior Suite - Premier Suite (Beach Wing)
Beach WingReserve
Upgrade to
Resort Classic Room - Premier Pool Terrace
Premier Room - Resort Classic Suite
Premier Pool Terrace - Premier Suite
Resort Classic Suite - Premier Suite
Premier Suite / Club InterContinental Suite - No upgrade
IC Resort Hua Hin Master Thread [merged]
Aug 15, 2021, 6:52 pm
#256
Join Date: May 2003
Location: Bangkok, Thailand. No longer Palm Coast, FL though still exiled, again, from the Bay Area.
Programs: Only the good ones
Posts: 5,153
Maybe you were there at very high tide. Hyatt has the seawall, but all hotels have that. I would say that usually the water from Hyatt is as far as from IC and you can have a nice long walk from one to another if you wish, by the beach.
I like Marriott Rayong as well, extra bonus as they are also having free SUP rentals. But for walking along the beach, the sand at Hua Hin is better. For being inside the water, indeed, Rayong is a bit more clean.
I think with all hotels in Thailand these days - no need to book long in advance as those long out rates are inflated with a hope of "surge" coming in. Which seems quite unlikely to happen this year, unless they open up the country without numerous tests for vaccinated travellers. I currently feel that most Sandboxers in Phuket are likely returning expats who prefer having access to fresh air during the 2 week relaxed quarantine.
I like Marriott Rayong as well, extra bonus as they are also having free SUP rentals. But for walking along the beach, the sand at Hua Hin is better. For being inside the water, indeed, Rayong is a bit more clean.
I think with all hotels in Thailand these days - no need to book long in advance as those long out rates are inflated with a hope of "surge" coming in. Which seems quite unlikely to happen this year, unless they open up the country without numerous tests for vaccinated travellers. I currently feel that most Sandboxers in Phuket are likely returning expats who prefer having access to fresh air during the 2 week relaxed quarantine.
I think the latest lockdown extension will bring down rates, again. The GH Bangkok is still priced at about THB2500 most days, even into late November.
Jan 7, 2023, 12:20 am
#257
Join Date: Sep 2000
Location: Stuck on this planet - mainly in STR and LAX
Posts: 5,019
Just a quick update. Currently back at the hotel after more than 3 years. I will post more at the Royal Ambassador Forum in a few days.
This hotel was one of my favoured ICs in the past. Not any more. They cut back severely. Staff is still friendly and polite. But:
- They did not honor the required upgrade for Royal Ambassadors and offered just a few points or some credit for F+B
- They moved the club lounge back from the dedicated building close to the beach to some room next to reception. The space is far too small for the amount of guests with club access, no view. Mediocre to unedible food offerings for happy hour, high tea is ok, but not great. Staff is nice and attentive. The former club lounge is now a restaurant
- Breakfast in the club lounge is a joke. No hot options, just a few cold items. Not sure why they even offer it.
- Breakfast at the main restaurant is overcrowded. They opened the blueport wing on the other side of the main road and now there are too many guests for the restaurant space which they did not expand. Staff is struggling with the amount of guests and some are trying to do their best. Offering is pretty mediocre. If you order iced latte without suger you have a 50 % chance of getting one with sugar. And that is after a wait which can be 15 minutes.
- With all the additional guests the pool area/beach can be too crowded
It is still not a bad hotel, but not even close to the top of my list like before any more. Also be very careful what room you book. The Blueport is across the busy street (there is a pedestrian bridge) and feels disconnected from the restaurant/pool/beach area. Rooms in the building where the reception is are noisy from the street. Rooms in the building next to it (where the breakfast restaurant is) are noisy because of the music they are playing all night. Also rooms show their age. Some rooms have a weird layout. The 'suite' we had was just one big room with a big balcony. A huge bath tub in the bathroom and another juge jacuzzi tub on the balcony. Both take more than half an hour to fill....
Look like the better rooms are in the two side wings.
This hotel was one of my favoured ICs in the past. Not any more. They cut back severely. Staff is still friendly and polite. But:
- They did not honor the required upgrade for Royal Ambassadors and offered just a few points or some credit for F+B
- They moved the club lounge back from the dedicated building close to the beach to some room next to reception. The space is far too small for the amount of guests with club access, no view. Mediocre to unedible food offerings for happy hour, high tea is ok, but not great. Staff is nice and attentive. The former club lounge is now a restaurant
- Breakfast in the club lounge is a joke. No hot options, just a few cold items. Not sure why they even offer it.
- Breakfast at the main restaurant is overcrowded. They opened the blueport wing on the other side of the main road and now there are too many guests for the restaurant space which they did not expand. Staff is struggling with the amount of guests and some are trying to do their best. Offering is pretty mediocre. If you order iced latte without suger you have a 50 % chance of getting one with sugar. And that is after a wait which can be 15 minutes.
- With all the additional guests the pool area/beach can be too crowded
It is still not a bad hotel, but not even close to the top of my list like before any more. Also be very careful what room you book. The Blueport is across the busy street (there is a pedestrian bridge) and feels disconnected from the restaurant/pool/beach area. Rooms in the building where the reception is are noisy from the street. Rooms in the building next to it (where the breakfast restaurant is) are noisy because of the music they are playing all night. Also rooms show their age. Some rooms have a weird layout. The 'suite' we had was just one big room with a big balcony. A huge bath tub in the bathroom and another juge jacuzzi tub on the balcony. Both take more than half an hour to fill....
Look like the better rooms are in the two side wings.
Last edited by Unterwegs; Jan 12, 2023 at 10:25 pm
Apr 28, 2023, 9:35 pm
#259
Join Date: Sep 2011
Location: London
Programs: Infinity Milage Lands Gold,Star Alliance Gold, IHG Diamond RA, Kimpton Inner Circle
Posts: 371
Just a quick update to the club breakfast situation they now have menu of a la carte items you can order in addition to the continental buffet. Previously when we was here in November it was just the standard egg type order on a slip of paper.
May 12, 2023, 5:10 am
#260
Join Date: Sep 2011
Location: London
Programs: Infinity Milage Lands Gold,Star Alliance Gold, IHG Diamond RA, Kimpton Inner Circle
Posts: 371
Have heard while staying here that the property will begin renovations in September although sounds like it will not be a full closure rather a floor by floor process.
It appears that the majority of the senior team from the GM down has been changed over recent months and alot of change is planned for the property.
It appears that the majority of the senior team from the GM down has been changed over recent months and alot of change is planned for the property.
Jul 15, 2023, 10:53 pm
#261
Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: Bangkok
Programs: Spire Ambassdor
Posts: 173
We are thrilled to announce the upcoming comprehensive renovation of our Beach Wing at InterContinental Hua Hin Resort. From 20th August to 15th November 2023, we'll be enhancing your experience to new heights.While the Beach Wing undergoes transformation, our renowned Bluport Wing (City Wing) will remain fully operational, offering exceptional service, breathtaking views, and access to CAFÉ DE KHOI, Le Colonial, Saraan Lounge, and the outdoor swimming pool.
We apologize for any inconvenience caused and assure you that your comfort and satisfaction remain our top priority. Book now! https://bit.ly/3AU3z2N
LINE: https://lin.ee/F5Ptndb
Inbox: m.me/interconhuahin
Tel: +66 (0) 32 616999
Jul 16, 2023, 3:04 am
#262
Join Date: May 2004
Location: SIN (LEJ once a year)
Programs: SQ, LH, BA, IHG Diamond AMB, HH Gold, SLH Indulged, Accor Gold, Hyatt Discoverist
Posts: 7,739
In 3 months, even with a closed Beach Wing, I'm not sure how "comprehensive" the renovations will be. Sounds more like a fresh coat of paint, swapping some furniture, probably carpet/ floor things and such, but in that time period it can't be a gut and rebuild job (not saying that is needed in the first place). Anyways, an ambitious timeline nonetheless.
I for one would not stay at the Blueport Wing, regardless how they praise it themselves. It's just not the same than the Beach Wing in my book, but as always YMMV.
I for one would not stay at the Blueport Wing, regardless how they praise it themselves. It's just not the same than the Beach Wing in my book, but as always YMMV.
Jul 16, 2023, 3:51 am
#263
Join Date: Sep 2000
Location: Stuck on this planet - mainly in STR and LAX
Posts: 5,019
In 3 months, even with a closed Beach Wing, I'm not sure how "comprehensive" the renovations will be. Sounds more like a fresh coat of paint, swapping some furniture, probably carpet/ floor things and such, but in that time period it can't be a gut and rebuild job (not saying that is needed in the first place). Anyways, an ambitious timeline nonetheless.
I for one would not stay at the Blueport Wing, regardless how they praise it themselves. It's just not the same than the Beach Wing in my book, but as always YMMV.
I for one would not stay at the Blueport Wing, regardless how they praise it themselves. It's just not the same than the Beach Wing in my book, but as always YMMV.
Jul 16, 2023, 4:28 am
#264
Join Date: Sep 2011
Location: London
Programs: Infinity Milage Lands Gold,Star Alliance Gold, IHG Diamond RA, Kimpton Inner Circle
Posts: 371
I'm at the resort now and heard the staff have been warned of a possible overrun of the renovations already.
The good news if your a regular the staff have all been offered to be retained on basic salary and the option of using holidays / owed days while it happens with some being offered other roles for the period.
It does sound like it's more of freshen up and to be fair it's no where near as dated at BKK was it sounds like one area that will ne modified is the club lounge with a bar area of some sort.
I will see what I hear over this coming week and report back.
The good news if your a regular the staff have all been offered to be retained on basic salary and the option of using holidays / owed days while it happens with some being offered other roles for the period.
It does sound like it's more of freshen up and to be fair it's no where near as dated at BKK was it sounds like one area that will ne modified is the club lounge with a bar area of some sort.
I will see what I hear over this coming week and report back.
Jan 27, 2024, 2:15 pm
#267
Join Date: Mar 2023
Posts: 26
Jan 27, 2024, 9:09 pm
#268
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: HEL
Programs: SPG LTP, hotels, OWE, STE+, *G, Octopus
Posts: 5,788
Jan 28, 2024, 2:35 am
#270
Join Date: Jul 2017
Location: Yorkshire, UK
Posts: 234
Was just interested in general feel for the place, any tips to make best of the stay, is the club lounge worth the upgrade. Any insights at all really. Also interested to know of Ambassador experience. I have a mix of reward and cash (luxury & lifestyle rate) booking so not sure what, if any, recognition that’ll get. Thanks.
Last edited by travellingjake; Jan 28, 2024 at 5:22 am