Please post your Radisson Rewards Elite experiences
Aug 30, 2018, 5:06 am
#706
Join Date: Apr 2010
Location: VIE
Programs: SAS EBS / *A Silver, Hilton Diamond, Radisson VIP, IHG Platinum Ambassador
Posts: 3,770
What is your Club Carlson status?
Gold
Where did you stay?
Park Inn Prague
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes, I love the property. Very nice rooms, good service and excellent location (close to everything, but outside the overly touristy area). Elite recognition is a bit meh (they do everything they have to do but not a bit more and without any enthusiasm), however with basic product being pretty good, I don't mind that.
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
I booked standard room and I think I got superior room. No one mentioned anything but it was one of the larger rooms.
Did you receive elite benefits?
Complimentary Room Upgrade - I think so.
Early Check In/Late Check Out - I asked about possibility of late check-out (not requesting any specific time, I was on 21:09 train, so I wanted it as late as possible). They offered 14:00 and I accepted that.
In-Room Welcome Gift - Yes, two pieces of fruit.
Two bottles of water - Kinda. It was one bottle and it was very obviously tap water bottled by the hotel. In other words, they just bottled what's available on the tap in the bathroom. No big deal, water in Prague is OK but I found it a bit cheap (in a funny way - it's sort of falls into those stereotypes about Czechs and their "hlavně levně" approach
).
How are the rooms?
Nice and quite spacious.
What was good and what was bad?
Rooms are excellent, staff is great as well. Elite recognition could be a bit more heartfelt rather than just ticking the boxes.
Value for money or Gold Points? Would you return?
Yes. It's one of more expensive Park Inns but quality is on par with Blu so I don't mind that. With RB Prague being a bit too posh for my liking, this is my preferred hotel in Prague and I will be back.
Gold
Where did you stay?
Park Inn Prague
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes, I love the property. Very nice rooms, good service and excellent location (close to everything, but outside the overly touristy area). Elite recognition is a bit meh (they do everything they have to do but not a bit more and without any enthusiasm), however with basic product being pretty good, I don't mind that.
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
I booked standard room and I think I got superior room. No one mentioned anything but it was one of the larger rooms.
Did you receive elite benefits?
Complimentary Room Upgrade - I think so.
Early Check In/Late Check Out - I asked about possibility of late check-out (not requesting any specific time, I was on 21:09 train, so I wanted it as late as possible). They offered 14:00 and I accepted that.
In-Room Welcome Gift - Yes, two pieces of fruit.
Two bottles of water - Kinda. It was one bottle and it was very obviously tap water bottled by the hotel. In other words, they just bottled what's available on the tap in the bathroom. No big deal, water in Prague is OK but I found it a bit cheap (in a funny way - it's sort of falls into those stereotypes about Czechs and their "hlavně levně" approach
).How are the rooms?
Nice and quite spacious.
What was good and what was bad?
Rooms are excellent, staff is great as well. Elite recognition could be a bit more heartfelt rather than just ticking the boxes.
Value for money or Gold Points? Would you return?
Yes. It's one of more expensive Park Inns but quality is on par with Blu so I don't mind that. With RB Prague being a bit too posh for my liking, this is my preferred hotel in Prague and I will be back.
Oct 15, 2018, 3:05 pm
#707
Join Date: Apr 2010
Location: VIE
Programs: SAS EBS / *A Silver, Hilton Diamond, Radisson VIP, IHG Platinum Ambassador
Posts: 3,770
What is your Club Carlson status?
Gold
Where did you stay?
Radisson Collection Royal Copenhagen
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?
I booked collection room, got nice corner collection room (the highest category except suites).
Did you receive elite benefits?
Complimentary Room Upgrade - Yes.
Early Check In/Late Check Out - Asked for 1 PM check-out and got it (although staff was a bit reluctant)
In-Room Welcome Gift - No.
Two bottles of water - Yes, one still and one sparkling every day. But it doesn't seem based on status.
How are the rooms?
Well-designed and modern. Bedding is way too soft though.
What was good and what was bad?
I loved staff, they consistently strike the perfect balance between offering high-end service and being informal/friendly. Visits to bar were very nice experience.
I didn't like VERY soft bed (it took me some time - and some extra pillows - to find position where my back didn't hurt). Also, I was unable to reach front desk via phone at some times (no one picked up), which is a big no-no for me.
Value for money or Gold Points? Would you return?
Yes. Rate was acceptable for last-minute booking at good centrally located hotel in city such as Copenhagen.
Gold
Where did you stay?
Radisson Collection Royal Copenhagen
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?
I booked collection room, got nice corner collection room (the highest category except suites).
Did you receive elite benefits?
Complimentary Room Upgrade - Yes.
Early Check In/Late Check Out - Asked for 1 PM check-out and got it (although staff was a bit reluctant)
In-Room Welcome Gift - No.
Two bottles of water - Yes, one still and one sparkling every day. But it doesn't seem based on status.
How are the rooms?
Well-designed and modern. Bedding is way too soft though.
What was good and what was bad?
I loved staff, they consistently strike the perfect balance between offering high-end service and being informal/friendly. Visits to bar were very nice experience.
I didn't like VERY soft bed (it took me some time - and some extra pillows - to find position where my back didn't hurt). Also, I was unable to reach front desk via phone at some times (no one picked up), which is a big no-no for me.
Value for money or Gold Points? Would you return?
Yes. Rate was acceptable for last-minute booking at good centrally located hotel in city such as Copenhagen.
Oct 21, 2018, 3:55 pm
#708
Join Date: Oct 2011
Posts: 93
Radisson Blu Resort & Spa @ Split, Croatia
What is your Club Carlson status?
Gold
Where did you stay?
Radisson Blu Resort & Spa @ Split, Croatia
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 a Junior Suite on points for 5 nights in the second week of October and got upgraded to a premium suite - corner room.
Did you receive elite benefits?
Complimentary Room Upgrade - Yes.
Early Check In/Late Check Out - Got 2 PM check-out.
In-Room Welcome Gift - Fruit, nuts and macaroons plate.
Two bottles of water - Yes. But only on the first day. I had to ask to get 2 water bottles a day.
How are the rooms?
Well-designed and modern. Very nice shower. Beautiful sea view from the balcony.
What was good and what was bad?
The premium suite was worth it for the point redemption. Free breakfast was good every day.
The location is far from the old town but it is walkable. We did walk to the town and back one day. The other day we took a taxi for 50 kuna.
Value for money or Gold Points? Would you return?
Yes.
Gold
Where did you stay?
Radisson Blu Resort & Spa @ Split, Croatia
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 a Junior Suite on points for 5 nights in the second week of October and got upgraded to a premium suite - corner room.
Did you receive elite benefits?
Complimentary Room Upgrade - Yes.
Early Check In/Late Check Out - Got 2 PM check-out.
In-Room Welcome Gift - Fruit, nuts and macaroons plate.
Two bottles of water - Yes. But only on the first day. I had to ask to get 2 water bottles a day.
How are the rooms?
Well-designed and modern. Very nice shower. Beautiful sea view from the balcony.
What was good and what was bad?
The premium suite was worth it for the point redemption. Free breakfast was good every day.
The location is far from the old town but it is walkable. We did walk to the town and back one day. The other day we took a taxi for 50 kuna.
Value for money or Gold Points? Would you return?
Yes.
Jan 12, 2019, 2:07 am
#709
Join Date: Apr 2010
Location: VIE
Programs: SAS EBS / *A Silver, Hilton Diamond, Radisson VIP, IHG Platinum Ambassador
Posts: 3,770
What is your Club Carlson status?
Gold
Where did you stay?
Radisson Blu Prado, Madrid
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes. I've had a bit low expectations as this is relatively small property (not typical Blu) in an old building (which can be an issue space-wise) but it turned out to be very pleasant property and I've had a great stay. I would however recommend to go for one of higher room categories as the basic ones seem very compact.
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
I booked superior room and got upgraded to premium room (basically getting a plaza view, which is nice as most rooms face very narrow streets).
Did you receive elite benefits?
Complimentary Room Upgrade - Yes.
Early Check In/Late Check Out - I arrived at 9:45 and got room straight away (very appreciated!). I did not request late check-out.
In-Room Welcome Gift - An apple.
Two bottles of water - I got one large bottle with my welcome gift + one smaller bottle of water in minibar was marked as complimentary for members. So yes.
How are the rooms?
Comfortable.
What was good and what was bad?
I loved the very comfortable firm bed (unlike supersoft beds at most RBs). Location is also very good.
The only downside was lack of natural light in the room as there was only one relatively small window on the side.
Value for money or Gold Points? Would you return?
I was happy with what I got for my money and I will use the property on my future trips to Madrid.
Gold
Where did you stay?
Radisson Blu Prado, Madrid
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes. I've had a bit low expectations as this is relatively small property (not typical Blu) in an old building (which can be an issue space-wise) but it turned out to be very pleasant property and I've had a great stay. I would however recommend to go for one of higher room categories as the basic ones seem very compact.
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
I booked superior room and got upgraded to premium room (basically getting a plaza view, which is nice as most rooms face very narrow streets).
Did you receive elite benefits?
Complimentary Room Upgrade - Yes.
Early Check In/Late Check Out - I arrived at 9:45 and got room straight away (very appreciated!). I did not request late check-out.
In-Room Welcome Gift - An apple.
Two bottles of water - I got one large bottle with my welcome gift + one smaller bottle of water in minibar was marked as complimentary for members. So yes.
How are the rooms?
Comfortable.
What was good and what was bad?
I loved the very comfortable firm bed (unlike supersoft beds at most RBs). Location is also very good.
The only downside was lack of natural light in the room as there was only one relatively small window on the side.
Value for money or Gold Points? Would you return?
I was happy with what I got for my money and I will use the property on my future trips to Madrid.
Mar 5, 2019, 7:35 am
#710
Join Date: Apr 2010
Location: VIE
Programs: SAS EBS / *A Silver, Hilton Diamond, Radisson VIP, IHG Platinum Ambassador
Posts: 3,770
What is your Club Carlson status?
Gold
Where did you stay?
Park Inn Poznan, PL
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?
I booked standard room and got very nice superior room with a balcony.
Did you receive elite benefits?
Complimentary Room Upgrade - Yes.
Early Check In/Late Check Out - I arrived at 10:00 and they checked me in without any issue. I did not request late check-out.
In-Room Welcome Gift - Yes, fruit platter.
Two bottles of water - Yes, every day.
How are the rooms?
Very nice, especially for Park Inn. Room was spacious and comfortable.
What was good and what was bad?
This is a new property, nicely designed and comfortable. I loved the bed (it seems like Radisson is finally moving away from the super-soft beds). Breakfast offer was also very nice.
Shower cubicle is door-less so it was impossible to not make a mess all over the bathroom floor when taking shower. But that was the only downside.
Value for money or Gold Points? Would you return?
I'm very satisfied with value for money and I would stay again.
Gold
Where did you stay?
Park Inn Poznan, PL
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?
I booked standard room and got very nice superior room with a balcony.
Did you receive elite benefits?
Complimentary Room Upgrade - Yes.
Early Check In/Late Check Out - I arrived at 10:00 and they checked me in without any issue. I did not request late check-out.
In-Room Welcome Gift - Yes, fruit platter.
Two bottles of water - Yes, every day.
How are the rooms?
Very nice, especially for Park Inn. Room was spacious and comfortable.
What was good and what was bad?
This is a new property, nicely designed and comfortable. I loved the bed (it seems like Radisson is finally moving away from the super-soft beds). Breakfast offer was also very nice.
Shower cubicle is door-less so it was impossible to not make a mess all over the bathroom floor when taking shower. But that was the only downside.
Value for money or Gold Points? Would you return?
I'm very satisfied with value for money and I would stay again.
Mar 5, 2019, 7:39 am
#711
Join Date: Apr 2010
Location: VIE
Programs: SAS EBS / *A Silver, Hilton Diamond, Radisson VIP, IHG Platinum Ambassador
Posts: 3,770
What is your Club Carlson status?
Gold
Where did you stay?
Radisson Blu Sobieski, Warsaw
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?
I booked standard room and got premium room with a city view.
Did you receive elite benefits?
Complimentary Room Upgrade - Yes.
Early Check In/Late Check Out - They checked me in when I arrived ~90 minutes before check-in time. Late check-out not requested.
In-Room Welcome Gift - Yes, fruit platter.
Two bottles of water - Yes.
How are the rooms?
I stay at Sobieski regularly, this was the best room I got there so far. It's located in 45 degrees "corners" of the building, giving it rather unusual layout which I loved. Bed is a bit too soft.
What was good and what was bad?
As I always, I enjoyed the food at the restaurant (both dinner and breakfast) and I really loved the room I got this time.
However, service is very cold, especially at restaurants.
Value for money or Gold Points? Would you return?
I stay here regularly, so I'm obviously happy
Gold
Where did you stay?
Radisson Blu Sobieski, Warsaw
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?
I booked standard room and got premium room with a city view.
Did you receive elite benefits?
Complimentary Room Upgrade - Yes.
Early Check In/Late Check Out - They checked me in when I arrived ~90 minutes before check-in time. Late check-out not requested.
In-Room Welcome Gift - Yes, fruit platter.
Two bottles of water - Yes.
How are the rooms?
I stay at Sobieski regularly, this was the best room I got there so far. It's located in 45 degrees "corners" of the building, giving it rather unusual layout which I loved. Bed is a bit too soft.
What was good and what was bad?
As I always, I enjoyed the food at the restaurant (both dinner and breakfast) and I really loved the room I got this time.
However, service is very cold, especially at restaurants.
Value for money or Gold Points? Would you return?
I stay here regularly, so I'm obviously happy
May 27, 2019, 3:49 am
#712
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: EIDW
Programs: Aer Lingus Concierge, Radisson Rewards Platinum, BW Diamond, Hilton Gold
Posts: 1,968
What is your Club Carlson status?
Platinum
Where did you stay?
Park Inn Dresden
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes, good value at 15k/night, everything worked. Elite recognition needs work. Location might not suit everyone as its a tram ride to the Old Town
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
I booked standard room on points and I got comfort room. Recently refurbished
Did you receive elite benefits?
Complimentary Room Upgrade - yes.
Early Check In/Late Check Out - not needed
In-Room Welcome Gift - Yes, two bottles of water and an energy drink
How are the rooms?
Good size, recently refurbished, clean
What was good and what was bad?
One of the better Park Inn's
Elite recognition needs work, was offered to pay up front for breakfast at check in
WiFi is flaky and limited to 1 device
Room door is not on a spring so needs to be firmly closed behind you
Value for money or Gold Points? Would you return?
15k a night is solid value, but this is Dresden where rooms are much cheaper than most German locations
Platinum
Where did you stay?
Park Inn Dresden
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes, good value at 15k/night, everything worked. Elite recognition needs work. Location might not suit everyone as its a tram ride to the Old Town
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
I booked standard room on points and I got comfort room. Recently refurbished
Did you receive elite benefits?
Complimentary Room Upgrade - yes.
Early Check In/Late Check Out - not needed
In-Room Welcome Gift - Yes, two bottles of water and an energy drink
How are the rooms?
Good size, recently refurbished, clean
What was good and what was bad?
One of the better Park Inn's
Elite recognition needs work, was offered to pay up front for breakfast at check in
WiFi is flaky and limited to 1 device
Room door is not on a spring so needs to be firmly closed behind you
Value for money or Gold Points? Would you return?
15k a night is solid value, but this is Dresden where rooms are much cheaper than most German locations
Aug 25, 2019, 10:23 pm
#713
Join Date: Jan 2017
Posts: 200
Radisson rewards gold member.
Booked at Country inn & suites, Niagara falls, Ontario,
Booked standard room and got standard room on higher floor. ( NO UPGRADE)
No welcome gift
No free water bottle
No recognition of my gold membership status.
Value for money? 38K points a night with no recognition of your status is not a good value
Booked at Country inn & suites, Niagara falls, Ontario,
Booked standard room and got standard room on higher floor. ( NO UPGRADE)
No welcome gift
No free water bottle
No recognition of my gold membership status.
Value for money? 38K points a night with no recognition of your status is not a good value
Aug 25, 2019, 11:19 pm
#714
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: NYC
Programs: AS MVPG, DL KM, Bee Six, Bonvoy Plat, Avis PC, Natl Exec, Greyhound Road Rewards Z"L
Posts: 16,700
What is your Club Carlson status?
Gold
Where did you stay?
Radisson Salt Lake City Downtown
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?
Standard room, standard room.
Did you receive elite benefits?
- Room upgrade: No (didn't book the room myself)
- Early Check In: N/A
- Late Check Out: N/A
- In-Room Welcome Gift: Sometimes. Always two bottles of water. Once in the while a welcome bag with trail mix and a chocolate bar.
How are the rooms?
Rooms are dated but very comfortable. Refrigerator in every room. Views are great of Salt Lake City.
What was good, what was bad?
Good: Great located hotel in SLC. Convenient to literally everything. Free parking. Fantastic restaurant.
Bad: Rooms are quite dated. Driveway is confusing.
Value for money or Gold Points? Would you return?
Value N/A, since I didn't pay. I have paid before and I would certainly return.
Gold
Where did you stay?
Radisson Salt Lake City Downtown
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?
Standard room, standard room.
Did you receive elite benefits?
- Room upgrade: No (didn't book the room myself)
- Early Check In: N/A
- Late Check Out: N/A
- In-Room Welcome Gift: Sometimes. Always two bottles of water. Once in the while a welcome bag with trail mix and a chocolate bar.
How are the rooms?
Rooms are dated but very comfortable. Refrigerator in every room. Views are great of Salt Lake City.
What was good, what was bad?
Good: Great located hotel in SLC. Convenient to literally everything. Free parking. Fantastic restaurant.
Bad: Rooms are quite dated. Driveway is confusing.
Value for money or Gold Points? Would you return?
Value N/A, since I didn't pay. I have paid before and I would certainly return.
Rooms have since been renovated, and they are even redoing some of the new rooms too. Both are very nice and modern.
About 80% of the time I get upgraded to the top floor, which has deluxe rooms with bathrobes, slippers, and mouthwash.
The gym is falling apart a bit, but the cardio machines are in good shape which is what matters to me. I adore the hot tub (the jets are on the bottom), but they took out the sauna.
I like this hotel very much. Looking forward to several stays here next month.
-J.
Aug 27, 2019, 8:45 am
#715
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: EIDW
Programs: Aer Lingus Concierge, Radisson Rewards Platinum, BW Diamond, Hilton Gold
Posts: 1,968
What is your Club Carlson status?
Platinum
Where did you stay?
Radisson Blu Amsterdam
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes, everything worked.
Elite recognition, upgraded to a better room
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
I booked standard room on points and I got upgraded room.
Did you receive elite benefits?
Complimentary Room Upgrade - yes.
Early Check In/Late Check Out - not needed
In-Room Welcome Gift - Yes, bottle of water and an chocolate bar + note from manager
How are the rooms?
Good size, recently refurbished, clean. Nice bathroom, underfloor heating, big TV
What was good and what was bad?
Upgrade on a redemption booking, friendly staff
Location is just off the centre of Amsterdam so quiet by minutes walk from all the sights
Breakfast area was a bit small and congested
No way to get the AC to actually switch off
Value for money or Gold Points? Would you return?
70k a night is a lot but the cash rate was 321 euro/night so at the time of booking was a good deal.
Platinum
Where did you stay?
Radisson Blu Amsterdam
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes, everything worked.
Elite recognition, upgraded to a better room
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
I booked standard room on points and I got upgraded room.
Did you receive elite benefits?
Complimentary Room Upgrade - yes.
Early Check In/Late Check Out - not needed
In-Room Welcome Gift - Yes, bottle of water and an chocolate bar + note from manager
How are the rooms?
Good size, recently refurbished, clean. Nice bathroom, underfloor heating, big TV
What was good and what was bad?
Upgrade on a redemption booking, friendly staff
Location is just off the centre of Amsterdam so quiet by minutes walk from all the sights
Breakfast area was a bit small and congested
No way to get the AC to actually switch off
Value for money or Gold Points? Would you return?
70k a night is a lot but the cash rate was 321 euro/night so at the time of booking was a good deal.
Sep 24, 2019, 1:56 pm
#716
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: NYC
Programs: AS MVPG, DL KM, Bee Six, Bonvoy Plat, Avis PC, Natl Exec, Greyhound Road Rewards Z"L
Posts: 16,700
What is your Club Carlson status?
Gold
Where did you stay?
Radisson Salt Lake City Downtown
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?
Standard room, no upgrade but I did get one of the brand new renovated rooms.
Did you receive elite benefits?
Complimentary Room Upgrade - no, but...
Early Check In - not needed
Late Check Out - yes, 1600.
In-Room Welcome Gift - No
How are the rooms?
I got a room on the newest renovated floor. Faux wood floor, local art, a cushioned headboard (!), and a transparent glass fridge. Very nice and quite modern.
What was good and what was bad?
Best location of any hotel in SLC.
Friendly staff.
Only real gripe is I booked a king bed and got two queens. Oh well.
Value for money or Gold Points? Would you return?
Got a discounted rate through my company, so very good value. Will definitely stay there again given the opportunity.
-J.
Gold
Where did you stay?
Radisson Salt Lake City Downtown
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?
Standard room, no upgrade but I did get one of the brand new renovated rooms.
Did you receive elite benefits?
Complimentary Room Upgrade - no, but...
Early Check In - not needed
Late Check Out - yes, 1600.
In-Room Welcome Gift - No
How are the rooms?
I got a room on the newest renovated floor. Faux wood floor, local art, a cushioned headboard (!), and a transparent glass fridge. Very nice and quite modern.
What was good and what was bad?
Best location of any hotel in SLC.
Friendly staff.
Only real gripe is I booked a king bed and got two queens. Oh well.
Value for money or Gold Points? Would you return?
Got a discounted rate through my company, so very good value. Will definitely stay there again given the opportunity.
-J.
Nov 6, 2019, 2:23 pm
#717
Join Date: Jun 2018
Location: Central Massachusetts
Programs: Air - Delta, SAS, JetBlue, Icelandair, Hotel - Radisson Platinum
Posts: 12
What is your Club Carlson status?
Gold
Where did you stay?
Radisson Blu Uppsala, Sweden
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?
Standard room, no upgrade - I do get a room on the side with a view over the city compared to the back side rooms.
Never have received a room upgrade at this location, frequent stays at this location (30 nights so far this year).
Did you receive elite benefits?
Complimentary Room Upgrade - No
Early Check In - occasionally when I arrive on an early am flight from the States
Late Check Out - No
In-Room Welcome Gift - Yes - not much - sometimes some local chocolate, and 2 glasses with a sign saying use our fantastic tap water.
How are the rooms
Nice modern room, good size for Sweden
They have removed most mini-bars/refrigerators from the rooms to be a more "green hotel".
What was good and what was bad?
One of 2 business class hotels in Uppsala
Friendly staff, great Swedish breakfast buffet (It is a feast).
Value for money or Gold Points? Would you return?
Discounted corporate rate which makes for a very good value.
Typically stay here on visits to Uppsala when hotel is available.
Gold
Where did you stay?
Radisson Blu Uppsala, Sweden
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?
Standard room, no upgrade - I do get a room on the side with a view over the city compared to the back side rooms.
Never have received a room upgrade at this location, frequent stays at this location (30 nights so far this year).
Did you receive elite benefits?
Complimentary Room Upgrade - No
Early Check In - occasionally when I arrive on an early am flight from the States
Late Check Out - No
In-Room Welcome Gift - Yes - not much - sometimes some local chocolate, and 2 glasses with a sign saying use our fantastic tap water.
How are the rooms
Nice modern room, good size for Sweden
They have removed most mini-bars/refrigerators from the rooms to be a more "green hotel".
What was good and what was bad?
One of 2 business class hotels in Uppsala
Friendly staff, great Swedish breakfast buffet (It is a feast).
Value for money or Gold Points? Would you return?
Discounted corporate rate which makes for a very good value.
Typically stay here on visits to Uppsala when hotel is available.
Dec 9, 2019, 10:32 am
#718
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: The Baltic Sea
Programs: AY, BT, DY and SK. Scandic, Radisson, Marriott and HHonors. ClubONE
Posts: 5,890
Park Inn by Radisson Central Tallinn
What is your Club Carlson status?
Gold
Where did you stay? (Brand, Location, Country)
Park Inn by Radisson Central Tallinn, Estonia
Were you happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
Booked and received guest room.
Did you receive elite benefits?
Complimentary Room Upgrade - no
Early Check In/Late Check Out - did not ask
In-Room Welcome Gift - Yes! Gingerbread cookies, 4 bottles of water (2 carbonated), a drink coupon for e.g. Wine in the bar and Free Breakfast!
How are the rooms?
Modern, mood lightning, adjustable climate control, adjustable heating in bathroom, tea and coffee
What was good and what was bad?
Good: Location close to center but still quiet, comfortable bed, good breakfast buffet, friendly staff
Bad: Thin walls, sauna and jacuzzi costs extra
Value for money or Gold Points? Stayed for points with 30% back. Value good especially with breakfast although rooms inexpensive anyway.
Would you return? Yes
Gold
Where did you stay? (Brand, Location, Country)
Park Inn by Radisson Central Tallinn, Estonia
Were you happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
Booked and received guest room.
Did you receive elite benefits?
Complimentary Room Upgrade - no
Early Check In/Late Check Out - did not ask
In-Room Welcome Gift - Yes! Gingerbread cookies, 4 bottles of water (2 carbonated), a drink coupon for e.g. Wine in the bar and Free Breakfast!
How are the rooms?
Modern, mood lightning, adjustable climate control, adjustable heating in bathroom, tea and coffee
What was good and what was bad?
Good: Location close to center but still quiet, comfortable bed, good breakfast buffet, friendly staff
Bad: Thin walls, sauna and jacuzzi costs extra
Value for money or Gold Points? Stayed for points with 30% back. Value good especially with breakfast although rooms inexpensive anyway.
Would you return? Yes
Dec 18, 2019, 3:01 pm
#719
Join Date: Jun 2018
Location: Central Massachusetts
Programs: Air - Delta, SAS, JetBlue, Icelandair, Hotel - Radisson Platinum
Posts: 12
What is your Club Carlson status?
Platinum (recently)
Where did you stay?
Park Plaza London Waterloo (note Radisson has 4 - Park Plaza hotels in this area) - mid DEC-2019
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
No - where do I begin - see below
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
Standard room, NO upgrade, room felt like a "downgrade" - room had blocked view of the other rooms just across - had to keep blind down for privacy.
Did you receive elite benefits?
Complimentary Room Upgrade - NO
Early Check In - requested at check-in (2 hours before normal check-in - denied)
Late Check Out - Yes (offered 1 hour - that was all that I needed)
In-Room Welcome Gift - NO
Complimentary Breakfast - NO (typically this is a Platinum reward bonus)
How are the rooms
Positive - Nice modern room, comfortable bed, and a luggage rack in the room that holds 2 bags!
Negative - Avoid room 250
Negative - Room was cold - thermostat temperature setting made no change - had to use hair dryer for 15 minute runs to warm up room.
Negative - Bathroom mirror and lighting was very poor for shaving, mirror in room had better light.
What was good and what was bad?
Bad - Items listed above, Front desk at check-in was NOT friendly - arrived 2 hours early from normal check-in time and desk clerk refused early check.
Came back later in the day - and front desk had issue finding my reservation - finally a manager told desk person - just give him any room.
Room cold - talked with front desk manager after 2 night of a cold room - they did offer to move room - wife did not want to have to pack and unpack again. At that time we had discovered the hair dryer heater trick.
Good - Location - near to Waterloo station and across the street from the Lambeth underground stop, short walk to Southbank area.
Value for money or Gold Points? Would you return?
Used "points and cash" - assumed hotel marked me as a not important guest.
Return - NO way
Platinum (recently)
Where did you stay?
Park Plaza London Waterloo (note Radisson has 4 - Park Plaza hotels in this area) - mid DEC-2019
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
No - where do I begin - see below
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
Standard room, NO upgrade, room felt like a "downgrade" - room had blocked view of the other rooms just across - had to keep blind down for privacy.
Did you receive elite benefits?
Complimentary Room Upgrade - NO
Early Check In - requested at check-in (2 hours before normal check-in - denied)
Late Check Out - Yes (offered 1 hour - that was all that I needed)
In-Room Welcome Gift - NO
Complimentary Breakfast - NO (typically this is a Platinum reward bonus)
How are the rooms
Positive - Nice modern room, comfortable bed, and a luggage rack in the room that holds 2 bags!
Negative - Avoid room 250
Negative - Room was cold - thermostat temperature setting made no change - had to use hair dryer for 15 minute runs to warm up room.
Negative - Bathroom mirror and lighting was very poor for shaving, mirror in room had better light.
What was good and what was bad?
Bad - Items listed above, Front desk at check-in was NOT friendly - arrived 2 hours early from normal check-in time and desk clerk refused early check.
Came back later in the day - and front desk had issue finding my reservation - finally a manager told desk person - just give him any room.
Room cold - talked with front desk manager after 2 night of a cold room - they did offer to move room - wife did not want to have to pack and unpack again. At that time we had discovered the hair dryer heater trick.
Good - Location - near to Waterloo station and across the street from the Lambeth underground stop, short walk to Southbank area.
Value for money or Gold Points? Would you return?
Used "points and cash" - assumed hotel marked me as a not important guest.
Return - NO way
Dec 22, 2019, 6:24 am
#720
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: EIDW
Programs: Aer Lingus Concierge, Radisson Rewards Platinum, BW Diamond, Hilton Gold
Posts: 1,968
What is your Club Carlson status?
Platinum
Where did you stay?
Park Plaza London Waterloo
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?
Standard room, first floor, not an upgrade
Did you receive elite benefits?
Complimentary Room Upgrade - NO (and no access to the executive lounge)
Early Check In - not needed
Late Check Out - not needed
In-Room Welcome Gift - No
How are the rooms
Modern room, reasonably size, blackout blinds
Overly complex controls for lighting and AC
One of those strange open bathroom designs
What was good and what was bad?
Good
Modern appearance (might not be to everyones taste)
Bar was good
Bakerloo line station 3 minutes away. Depending on your needs location could be good
Some reasonable food options in the local area.
Bad
Minibar was a biological experiment, stains and out of date items
Breakfast was a mess lots of empty tables, staff just not clearing up quickly
No recognition of status and non compliance with program terms
Value for money or Gold Points? Would you return?
Corporate rate so was reasonable value, a lot better than some dumps I've stayed at in London.
Much better off over the the PP Westminster/Country Club if you can
Platinum
Where did you stay?
Park Plaza London Waterloo
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?
Standard room, first floor, not an upgrade
Did you receive elite benefits?
Complimentary Room Upgrade - NO (and no access to the executive lounge)
Early Check In - not needed
Late Check Out - not needed
In-Room Welcome Gift - No
How are the rooms
Modern room, reasonably size, blackout blinds
Overly complex controls for lighting and AC
One of those strange open bathroom designs
What was good and what was bad?
Good
Modern appearance (might not be to everyones taste)
Bar was good
Bakerloo line station 3 minutes away. Depending on your needs location could be good
Some reasonable food options in the local area.
Bad
Minibar was a biological experiment, stains and out of date items
Breakfast was a mess lots of empty tables, staff just not clearing up quickly
No recognition of status and non compliance with program terms
Value for money or Gold Points? Would you return?
Corporate rate so was reasonable value, a lot better than some dumps I've stayed at in London.
Much better off over the the PP Westminster/Country Club if you can