IC Berlin Master Thread - after January 01, 2015
Sep 4, 2021, 9:51 am
#316
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Is the hotel currently operational? I am looking at going 30 Oct-2 Nov and it appears to be unavailable. Maybe it’s really fully booked but does anybody know?
This will be my first ‘post-Covid’ trip abroad (last time abroad was Feb 2020).
Pre-covid I went to Berlin at least twice a year every year and always stayed here. Not the grandest IC by any stretch but was always a well managed property - never any problems with my booking, room or stay. I loved the Marlene bar and Berlin’s ‘chilled’ yet city vibe. Staff here were always uber professional and the Club IC, even after some cutbacks, was very good in my view.
If full, I’m considering the CP by the railway station or the Indigo at the Eastside gallery (looks interesting). The Regent looks a bit stuffy to me - is it, or is it worth considering (similar price point to the Grand Hyatt which has a great Italian restaurant or the Ritz Carlton with the Curtain Club bar!!)?
This will be my first ‘post-Covid’ trip abroad (last time abroad was Feb 2020).
Pre-covid I went to Berlin at least twice a year every year and always stayed here. Not the grandest IC by any stretch but was always a well managed property - never any problems with my booking, room or stay. I loved the Marlene bar and Berlin’s ‘chilled’ yet city vibe. Staff here were always uber professional and the Club IC, even after some cutbacks, was very good in my view.
If full, I’m considering the CP by the railway station or the Indigo at the Eastside gallery (looks interesting). The Regent looks a bit stuffy to me - is it, or is it worth considering (similar price point to the Grand Hyatt which has a great Italian restaurant or the Ritz Carlton with the Curtain Club bar!!)?
But it is not FULLY operational (club lounge, spa and pool are closed).
Breakfast is served on ground floor.
Hugo is open on evenings.
Ritz-Carlton and Waldorf-Astoria are quite similar in terms of interior design and experience.
Regent has not been renovated since it was a Four Seasons.
Still remember that one category upgrade, free breakfast and daily USD 50 minibar credit are offered for Royal Ambassador members.
Sep 4, 2021, 11:37 am
#317
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Amsterdam&Stuttgart& Edinburgh
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According to their website the spa opens on 16th Sept.
I had problems to book a couple of weeks ago then two days before it was available again .
They are hoping to have the East wing open again late October. Club will open when they have enough bookings. I have a club booking on Thursday for a week but know it is shut . I was told they’ll adjust the rate when I get there
I had problems to book a couple of weeks ago then two days before it was available again .
They are hoping to have the East wing open again late October. Club will open when they have enough bookings. I have a club booking on Thursday for a week but know it is shut . I was told they’ll adjust the rate when I get there
Sep 5, 2021, 7:20 am
#318
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: DUS
Programs: United-1K+2MM, Bonvoy-LifetimeGold,IHG-Diamond-Ambassador
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According to their website the spa opens on 16th Sept.
I had problems to book a couple of weeks ago then two days before it was available again .
They are hoping to have the East wing open again late October. Club will open when they have enough bookings. I have a club booking on Thursday for a week but know it is shut . I was told they’ll adjust the rate when I get there
I had problems to book a couple of weeks ago then two days before it was available again .
They are hoping to have the East wing open again late October. Club will open when they have enough bookings. I have a club booking on Thursday for a week but know it is shut . I was told they’ll adjust the rate when I get there
As always a great stay thanks to the great staff.
Sep 5, 2021, 7:23 am
#319
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: DUS
Programs: United-1K+2MM, Bonvoy-LifetimeGold,IHG-Diamond-Ambassador
Posts: 355
According to their website the spa opens on 16th Sept.
I had problems to book a couple of weeks ago then two days before it was available again .
They are hoping to have the East wing open again late October. Club will open when they have enough bookings. I have a club booking on Thursday for a week but know it is shut . I was told they’ll adjust the rate when I get there
I had problems to book a couple of weeks ago then two days before it was available again .
They are hoping to have the East wing open again late October. Club will open when they have enough bookings. I have a club booking on Thursday for a week but know it is shut . I was told they’ll adjust the rate when I get there
Is the hotel currently operational? I am looking at going 30 Oct-2 Nov and it appears to be unavailable. Maybe it’s really fully booked but does anybody know?
This will be my first ‘post-Covid’ trip abroad (last time abroad was Feb 2020).
Pre-covid I went to Berlin at least twice a year every year and always stayed here. Not the grandest IC by any stretch but was always a well managed property - never any problems with my booking, room or stay. I loved the Marlene bar and Berlin’s ‘chilled’ yet city vibe. Staff here were always uber professional and the Club IC, even after some cutbacks, was very good in my view.
If full, I’m considering the CP by the railway station or the Indigo at the Eastside gallery (looks interesting). The Regent looks a bit stuffy to me - is it, or is it worth considering (similar price point to the Grand Hyatt which has a great Italian restaurant or the Ritz Carlton with the Curtain Club bar!!)?
This will be my first ‘post-Covid’ trip abroad (last time abroad was Feb 2020).
Pre-covid I went to Berlin at least twice a year every year and always stayed here. Not the grandest IC by any stretch but was always a well managed property - never any problems with my booking, room or stay. I loved the Marlene bar and Berlin’s ‘chilled’ yet city vibe. Staff here were always uber professional and the Club IC, even after some cutbacks, was very good in my view.
If full, I’m considering the CP by the railway station or the Indigo at the Eastside gallery (looks interesting). The Regent looks a bit stuffy to me - is it, or is it worth considering (similar price point to the Grand Hyatt which has a great Italian restaurant or the Ritz Carlton with the Curtain Club bar!!)?
Nov 19, 2021, 6:29 am
#321
Moderator: Flying Blue (Air France & KLM), France and TravelBuzz!
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I have been informed that, for my upcoming stay the first week of December, the Club Lounge will still be closed, due to construction works. Oh, well, the Park Suite is still nice, that is until we learn that Berlin goes into lockdown. Hopefully not.
Nov 19, 2021, 9:09 am
#322
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Amsterdam&Stuttgart& Edinburgh
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Yes they have no date when they will re open the lounge, sadly!
Are you sure that you’ll get 800 ? I was hoping for it in September but got the presidential suite 😞 really not my taste
Are you sure that you’ll get 800 ? I was hoping for it in September but got the presidential suite 😞 really not my taste
Nov 20, 2021, 12:00 am
#323
Moderator: Flying Blue (Air France & KLM), France and TravelBuzz!
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i am ordering some finger food and got a reply from event management that I am booked in 800 🙂. I have seen the photographs from the Presidential suite (on the 6th floor ?) and I agree: it is not to my taste, either. 800 with the conference room and the dining room is both more pleasant and so much better for my needs during the conference I am attending (and so much better than the Club Senior Suite I had booked 😉 )
Last edited by JOUY31; Nov 20, 2021 at 12:16 am
Nov 20, 2021, 6:03 am
#324
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: UK
Programs: BA Blue, IC Spire Ambassador
Posts: 5,228
I’ve always had good results in terms of preferences being accommodated (due to variety of room types) when emailing hotel directly. I feel in Germany no shame in emailing and basically saying “what room do I need to book to get x”?
This time, this hotel was full sadly - I stayed at the Grand Hyatt and I thought the InterCon is a better hotel overall. So it reconfirmed my preferred hotel - and benefit of Ambassador programme.
This time, this hotel was full sadly - I stayed at the Grand Hyatt and I thought the InterCon is a better hotel overall. So it reconfirmed my preferred hotel - and benefit of Ambassador programme.
Nov 20, 2021, 10:38 am
#325
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Amsterdam&Stuttgart& Edinburgh
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The signature suites are excluded from the upgrade list so not always given out
I usually book for the club floor then I’m certain to get a room on the 8th floor .
The next few bookings that is not bookable so have junior suite and hope for the best 😂
I usually book for the club floor then I’m certain to get a room on the 8th floor .
The next few bookings that is not bookable so have junior suite and hope for the best 😂
Dec 18, 2021, 2:36 am
#329
Join Date: May 2004
Location: SIN (LEJ once a year)
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Pre-Covid it was an impressive spread and of good quality. I'd venture out and say it is worth it, but I'd probably only spring for it if I had time for a leisurely breakfast and a big appetite. YMMV.
Dec 18, 2021, 4:17 am
#330
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Or maybe you are well-companioned, and the light of your day has a craving for a well-appointed, indulgent but busy self-service canteen. But then we are talking EUR70.
Otherwise find a rate including breakfast, book a club room (which normally includes a relaxed breakfast along with other substantial benefits), or go out for tea and whatever. There are cafes nearby that clearly make their crust out of fugitives from the hotel's EUR34 breakfasts.