This hotel has all the prerequisites to be a hit. Unfortunately, some things need to be worked on to reach a really high standard, as I believe a five-star hotel should be. The main issue is the treatment of guests.
The reception staff were excellent—very helpful and friendly. The same goes for the lady who checked the room numbers at breakfast. However, the rest of the staff did not provide a pleasant greeting. Upon our arrival, we were met with ver poor service from both the restaurant and pool staff. This was pointed out to the manager, who responded well. She contacted the relevant departments and compensated us. Nice! Unfortunately, there was no improvement in the service during the remainder of our stay; the staff continued to be unfriendly, unhelpful, and contributed to a less pleasant experience.
Regarding the location, the hotel is great! It's close to the beach, has a nice pool, restaurants nearby, and is convenient for getting to and from the airport. The hotel is on the older side, but I think it works well, except for the public toilets that need more frequent cleaning. The functionality of the rooms also needs attention, as our bedside lamp was broken, and there was no hot water in the bathtub on the balcony.
The breakfast is classic Chinese, with many dishes. It would have been nice to have more variation between days, but it's a good breakfast. The same goes for the afternoon tea the hotel offers—very pleasant!
All in all, an okay experience, but I expected more from a hotel that claims to be five-star.
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