Ambassador Hotel Tulsa, Autograph Collection, OK [Master Thread]
Feb 12, 2015, 9:24 am
#1
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Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: North Sentinel Island
Programs: UA Gold, BONVOY TIT
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Ambassador Hotel Tulsa, Autograph Collection, OK [Master Thread]
What was your experience like? I travel to TUL for work and figured it would be a good change of pace from the CY.
Feb 13, 2015, 2:16 pm
#5
Join Date: Jan 2006
Posts: 134
Just got back from a short stay and it was positive.
I know this is a boutique brand and the hotel definitely doesn't feel like a Marriott.
Parking is in a small lot, and is free. The lobby is very small but cozy. If you're looking for the bustling FS Marriott lobby experience, you won't find it here. The hotel itself feels small, the fitness center is small (maybe 4-5 machines), not much common area.
Asked for and got a corner room as a Plat. They are still new to the res system so it took some time to swap out, but everyone was very nice and professional.
No lounge so they offered 750 points or continental breakfast. The restaurant is good and I bet a continental breakfast would be nice there. I had an early flight so I didn't find out.
The room was huge and very nice. Huge bathroom. Nice view. Big shower. Lots of little honor bar items ($3 each) which I'm not used to in a Marriott. Safe, fridge, robes, fancy mirror, fancy Keurig coffee machine.
Staff had left a personalized welcome card from the management which I'm always a sucker for.
Location is easy off the highway, but that also means it's near the highway so while quiet in a no people way (seriously I didn't see any other guests), you can still hear the highway and some plumbing noises.
Internet is wireless with a single password and no landing page! That means Chromecasts, Amazon fire sticks, roku can connect directly. Unfortunately it was also inconsistent speeds. Anywhere from 3Megabits to 15Megabits within the room. No wired connection.
I would definitely go back. Probably the nicest Marriott property in Tulsa.
Friendly staff, good restaurant, nice room, easy parking.
I know this is a boutique brand and the hotel definitely doesn't feel like a Marriott.
Parking is in a small lot, and is free. The lobby is very small but cozy. If you're looking for the bustling FS Marriott lobby experience, you won't find it here. The hotel itself feels small, the fitness center is small (maybe 4-5 machines), not much common area.
Asked for and got a corner room as a Plat. They are still new to the res system so it took some time to swap out, but everyone was very nice and professional.
No lounge so they offered 750 points or continental breakfast. The restaurant is good and I bet a continental breakfast would be nice there. I had an early flight so I didn't find out.
The room was huge and very nice. Huge bathroom. Nice view. Big shower. Lots of little honor bar items ($3 each) which I'm not used to in a Marriott. Safe, fridge, robes, fancy mirror, fancy Keurig coffee machine.
Staff had left a personalized welcome card from the management which I'm always a sucker for.
Location is easy off the highway, but that also means it's near the highway so while quiet in a no people way (seriously I didn't see any other guests), you can still hear the highway and some plumbing noises.
Internet is wireless with a single password and no landing page! That means Chromecasts, Amazon fire sticks, roku can connect directly. Unfortunately it was also inconsistent speeds. Anywhere from 3Megabits to 15Megabits within the room. No wired connection.
I would definitely go back. Probably the nicest Marriott property in Tulsa.
Friendly staff, good restaurant, nice room, easy parking.
Feb 16, 2015, 10:50 am
#8
Original Poster
Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: North Sentinel Island
Programs: UA Gold, BONVOY TIT
Posts: 777
Just got back from a short stay and it was positive.
I know this is a boutique brand and the hotel definitely doesn't feel like a Marriott.
Parking is in a small lot, and is free. The lobby is very small but cozy. If you're looking for the bustling FS Marriott lobby experience, you won't find it here. The hotel itself feels small, the fitness center is small (maybe 4-5 machines), not much common area.
Asked for and got a corner room as a Plat. They are still new to the res system so it took some time to swap out, but everyone was very nice and professional.
No lounge so they offered 750 points or continental breakfast. The restaurant is good and I bet a continental breakfast would be nice there. I had an early flight so I didn't find out.
The room was huge and very nice. Huge bathroom. Nice view. Big shower. Lots of little honor bar items ($3 each) which I'm not used to in a Marriott. Safe, fridge, robes, fancy mirror, fancy Keurig coffee machine.
Staff had left a personalized welcome card from the management which I'm always a sucker for.
Location is easy off the highway, but that also means it's near the highway so while quiet in a no people way (seriously I didn't see any other guests), you can still hear the highway and some plumbing noises.
Internet is wireless with a single password and no landing page! That means Chromecasts, Amazon fire sticks, roku can connect directly. Unfortunately it was also inconsistent speeds. Anywhere from 3Megabits to 15Megabits within the room. No wired connection.
I would definitely go back. Probably the nicest Marriott property in Tulsa.
Friendly staff, good restaurant, nice room, easy parking.
I know this is a boutique brand and the hotel definitely doesn't feel like a Marriott.
Parking is in a small lot, and is free. The lobby is very small but cozy. If you're looking for the bustling FS Marriott lobby experience, you won't find it here. The hotel itself feels small, the fitness center is small (maybe 4-5 machines), not much common area.
Asked for and got a corner room as a Plat. They are still new to the res system so it took some time to swap out, but everyone was very nice and professional.
No lounge so they offered 750 points or continental breakfast. The restaurant is good and I bet a continental breakfast would be nice there. I had an early flight so I didn't find out.
The room was huge and very nice. Huge bathroom. Nice view. Big shower. Lots of little honor bar items ($3 each) which I'm not used to in a Marriott. Safe, fridge, robes, fancy mirror, fancy Keurig coffee machine.
Staff had left a personalized welcome card from the management which I'm always a sucker for.
Location is easy off the highway, but that also means it's near the highway so while quiet in a no people way (seriously I didn't see any other guests), you can still hear the highway and some plumbing noises.
Internet is wireless with a single password and no landing page! That means Chromecasts, Amazon fire sticks, roku can connect directly. Unfortunately it was also inconsistent speeds. Anywhere from 3Megabits to 15Megabits within the room. No wired connection.
I would definitely go back. Probably the nicest Marriott property in Tulsa.
Friendly staff, good restaurant, nice room, easy parking.
Feb 16, 2015, 4:04 pm
#9
Join Date: Jan 2006
Posts: 134
In my experience they don't start early enough for the first flight of the day.
Feb 24, 2015, 7:53 pm
#10
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Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: North Sentinel Island
Programs: UA Gold, BONVOY TIT
Posts: 777
I'm at the Ambassador right now. Overall, I'd say if I must endure TUL I'd be happy to do it here. Some notes about the property:
-Property: Check-in was a little slow (I call it botique speed). No upgrade for Gold but I wasn't expecting one. I was offered either complimentary breakfast or 750 points, and took the points. Parking is free including free valet service if desired (if you take into account the $15/night at the CY, this room was only about $25/night more expensive).
-Room: very spacious, I have a single king. There is also a loveseat, recliner, coffee machine, fairly dated TV with no HD options. More room than the CY in TUL, and a nicer feel to the room. Bed is very comfortable. The view is of a parking lot but I wasn't expecting much. Bathroom is nice, only a shower. You have to dart in to turn it on before getting blasted with cold water because the only entry is on the far side of the shower.
-Restaurant: Very tasty food, but its a fine dining restaurant, so if you are looking for a cheaper option you are out of luck. It appears to be a place people who aren't staying at the hotel eat, not just a typical hotel restaurant. There is not much else to eat very nearby. I ate there last night, had a romaine wedge, beef wellington and creme brulee. The wedge was the most creative, with confit garlic and fried anchovies. The wellington and creme brulee were old standards done well. There was a private party going on in part of the restaurant so it was louder than I expected when eating at the bar. They said a downstairs room was open for dining, I wish they had put the private party in the downstairs room. I'm not sure how normal of an occurrence this is. The bar had a good selection of whiskey as well.
Location: Not really much within walking distance to speak of, especially to eat. The restaurants further up in downtown Tulsa are about 8-10 blocks away, which is doable for an able-bodied person but not an easy walk for everyone. There is a Quik Trip a couple blocks west on 15th where I bought some beer, and there appears to be some more fast food options a bit east on 15th.
-Property: Check-in was a little slow (I call it botique speed). No upgrade for Gold but I wasn't expecting one. I was offered either complimentary breakfast or 750 points, and took the points. Parking is free including free valet service if desired (if you take into account the $15/night at the CY, this room was only about $25/night more expensive).
-Room: very spacious, I have a single king. There is also a loveseat, recliner, coffee machine, fairly dated TV with no HD options. More room than the CY in TUL, and a nicer feel to the room. Bed is very comfortable. The view is of a parking lot but I wasn't expecting much. Bathroom is nice, only a shower. You have to dart in to turn it on before getting blasted with cold water because the only entry is on the far side of the shower.
-Restaurant: Very tasty food, but its a fine dining restaurant, so if you are looking for a cheaper option you are out of luck. It appears to be a place people who aren't staying at the hotel eat, not just a typical hotel restaurant. There is not much else to eat very nearby. I ate there last night, had a romaine wedge, beef wellington and creme brulee. The wedge was the most creative, with confit garlic and fried anchovies. The wellington and creme brulee were old standards done well. There was a private party going on in part of the restaurant so it was louder than I expected when eating at the bar. They said a downstairs room was open for dining, I wish they had put the private party in the downstairs room. I'm not sure how normal of an occurrence this is. The bar had a good selection of whiskey as well.
Location: Not really much within walking distance to speak of, especially to eat. The restaurants further up in downtown Tulsa are about 8-10 blocks away, which is doable for an able-bodied person but not an easy walk for everyone. There is a Quik Trip a couple blocks west on 15th where I bought some beer, and there appears to be some more fast food options a bit east on 15th.
Last edited by rdurlabhji; Feb 24, 2015 at 7:54 pm Reason: structure
Mar 24, 2015, 9:13 pm
#11
Join Date: Jan 2006
Posts: 134
I've stayed here a few more more times this year, and still recommend it. One stay, no upgrade but I checked and the hotel was sold out so I can't say I blame them.
The next few times got a suite without asking which I always appreciate.
Still a sucker for a hand written card, and a box of chocolates is cheap but when you're on the road for so long, is always a nice gesture.
Wish they'd give me a survey. Seems I only get survey links for crappy places and not the good ones.
It's a pretty quick drive to some decent places in the Blue Dome or Brady Arts districts. Walking, though is not the best. It's a short drive to the airport (10-15 min).
The next few times got a suite without asking which I always appreciate.
Still a sucker for a hand written card, and a box of chocolates is cheap but when you're on the road for so long, is always a nice gesture.
Wish they'd give me a survey. Seems I only get survey links for crappy places and not the good ones.
It's a pretty quick drive to some decent places in the Blue Dome or Brady Arts districts. Walking, though is not the best. It's a short drive to the airport (10-15 min).
Mar 24, 2015, 9:15 pm
#12
Join Date: Jan 2006
Posts: 134
What you bought at that Quik Trip was NOT beer. Thanks to OK liquor laws it's 3.2% ABW. Gotta go to a state licensed liquor store to buy real beer, and that can't be cold. But that's a whole other discussion...
Mar 25, 2015, 12:10 pm
#15
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Join Date: Aug 2002
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I've stayed here a few more more times this year, and still recommend it. One stay, no upgrade but I checked and the hotel was sold out so I can't say I blame them.
The next few times got a suite without asking which I always appreciate.
Still a sucker for a hand written card, and a box of chocolates is cheap but when you're on the road for so long, is always a nice gesture.
Wish they'd give me a survey. Seems I only get survey links for crappy places and not the good ones.
It's a pretty quick drive to some decent places in the Blue Dome or Brady Arts districts. Walking, though is not the best. It's a short drive to the airport (10-15 min).
The next few times got a suite without asking which I always appreciate.
Still a sucker for a hand written card, and a box of chocolates is cheap but when you're on the road for so long, is always a nice gesture.
Wish they'd give me a survey. Seems I only get survey links for crappy places and not the good ones.
It's a pretty quick drive to some decent places in the Blue Dome or Brady Arts districts. Walking, though is not the best. It's a short drive to the airport (10-15 min).
Cheers.