Unbeatable Bath Getaway: Hampton by Hilton's Luxury Awaits!
Unbeatable Bath Getaway: Hampton by Hilton - Is Luxury REALLY Awaiting? My Honest (and Messy) Take!
Okay, folks, buckle up. I just got back from the Hampton by Hilton's "Luxury Awaits" Bath Getaway. And let me tell you, the "awaiting" part? Absolutely. The whole experience? Well, let's just say it was a rollercoaster ride with more bumps than a cobbled Bath street. I'm spilling the tea (or maybe the Earl Grey, given the location) on everything, from the fluffy robes to the… well, the less fluffy bits.
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Accessibility - Let's Talk Access!
- Wheelchair Accessible: Yes, mostly! Elevator's a must-have, and they've got it. The common areas seemed well-designed. But, I noticed the "Facilities for Disabled Guests" category is there, which is great, but I didn't personally require it. Need more details? Definitely ask the hotel directly before you book! Important!
- Check-in/out [express & contactless]: Smooth sailing there. Quick, easy, and I was in my room faster than I could say "Bath buns". Contactless felt safe and efficient.
- Elevator: Essential, and present. No lugging suitcases up five flights (thank goodness!).
Safety and Cleanliness - The Pandemic Shuffle:
- Anti-viral cleaning products, Daily disinfection, Staff trained, Sanitized kitchen, and Room sanitization opt-out: I'm not a germaphobe, but in these times, it's reassuring. Felt clean and secure. Masks weren't super enforced in the common areas (people-watching opportunity!), but hand sanitizer was everywhere. I saw lots of staff cleaning, genuinely!
- Physical distancing of at least 1 meter & Safe dining setup: Okay, so the distancing wasn't amazing, especially at breakfast, but they did try. Tables were spaced out-ish, and the food was mostly behind things.
- Rooms sanitized between stays: Felt fresh. I did a sniff test (don't judge!), and it passed.
- Hand sanitizer EVERYWHERE: Which is great. I love clean hands.
Rooms - My Personal Haven (and occasional frustration!):
- Wi-Fi [free] in all rooms!: Yay! (More on the internet later).
- Air conditioning: Essential, especially during that heatwave.
- Blackout curtains: Bliss! Slept like a log.
- Coffee/tea maker & Complimentary tea: Important for a caffeine addict like myself.
- Bathrobes, Slippers: Ah, the little touches! Made me feel fancy.
- Bedding and Amenities: The bed was comfy. The bed was really comfy. And that’s what matters, right? And bathrobes and slippers just scream "relax". It's good. It was good.
- Interconnecting room(s) available: Great if you're traveling with a family or group. But… what do you do if the people in the next room are having a screaming match… just ask out of curiosity.
- Additional Toilet (In some rooms). Always a plus!
- Daily housekeeping: My room was also well-made.
- In-room safe box: For the important stuff!
- Desk & Laptop workspace: If you have to work, at least it’s functional.
- Non-smoking: YES! Finally!
- Rainfall Shower: (or similar, I may be misremembering). Shower was good as it was.
- Soundproofing: Good enough. I did hear people in the hallway sometimes, it felt like, But you can't hear noise from outside in the night.
Internet - The Lifeline (or Headache):
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! Okay, so it mostly worked. But there were a few moments… let’s just say, my patience was tested when trying to upload holiday photos.
- Internet Access [LAN]: Not sure about this one. Did not try it…
- Wi-Fi in public areas: Better, but still a bit spotty.
- Business facilities: Xerox/fax in business center: Haven’t used it.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking - Sustenance & the Occasional Disappointment:
- Breakfast [buffet]: Standard hotel buffet. Not mind-blowing, but got the job done. Everything was covered
- Restaurants: There is one, but to honest I didn't try it.
- Coffee Shop: The coffee in the morning was good, and always was ready.
- Poolside bar, Bar: Don't exist.
- Room service [24-hour]: Didn't try it.
Things to Do & Ways to Relax - Spa Dreams and Fitness Fails!
- Spa, Spa/sauna, Steamroom, Sauna, Swimming pool [outdoor], Pool with view: YES! The spa facilities are great, if you can get a booking. The pool was lovely, but I have only seen a view of it.
- Gym/fitness: I did not go. I'm on holiday. Let's be honest.
- Massage, Body scrub & Body wrap: Tempting.
- Shops & Souvenirs: There is a small shop for all kinds of souvenirs!
Services and Conveniences - The Little Extras:
- Concierge, Luggage storage, Front desk [24-hour], Doorman: All efficient and friendly.
- Laundry service, Dry cleaning, Ironing service: Convenient if you're traveling light.
- Cash withdrawal, Currency exchange: Handy, especially for smaller places.
- Food delivery: There are several food delivery services!
For the Kids - The Kiddie Corner:
- Babysitting service: Available!
- Family/child friendly, Kids facilities, Kids meal: These are there!
Getting Around - Location, Location, Location! And Parking…
- Car park [free of charge]: Huge plus! Parking in Bath is a nightmare.
- Airport transfer, Taxi service: Didn't use. No car power charging station either.
My Quirky Observations & Emotional Reactions:
Okay, here's the REAL tea. I was SO excited for this getaway. Bath is gorgeous! But as I get older, I become more sensitive to small inconveniences: A slow lift, a slightly lukewarm coffee, a slightly rough-textured towel. I'm not saying these things happened, but there were a few times I rolled my eyes or let out a little sigh, I have to be honest. (Okay, maybe I let out more than a few sighs).
The staff were mostly lovely, especially the housekeeping team who did more than a stellar job. They really are the heroes here. I had one minor issue, but it was quickly resolved. And that's what matters, right? The location is great, close to everything.
The Verdict: Is "Luxury Awaits" Accurate?
Well… it depends. Is it luxurious in the sense of a five-star experience? Not quite. But is it a very comfortable, well-located hotel with decent spa facilities and a free car park? YES!
So, should you book?
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(P.S. Don't forget to pack your comfy slippers!)
Luxury Cikarang Getaway: Homey Studio at Mustika Golf Residence!
Alright, buckle up, buttercups! This isn't your perfectly polished travel blog. This is me, about to descend upon Bath, UK, via Hampton by Hilton, armed with nothing but a questionable sense of direction and a serious love of biscuits. Here's my (highly un-professional) itinerary, and my emotional rollercoaster with it.
Day 1: Arrival and the Glorious (and Slightly Overwhelming) City of Bath
- 10:00 AM - Arrival at Bristol Airport (BRS). Okay, first hurdle: the airport. I've heard horror stories. Mine was actually pretty smooth. Immigration didn't even look me in the eye. SCORE! Now, to find the damn train to Bath Spa station. Pray for me, people. Pray.
- 11:30 AM - Train to Bath Spa. Found the train! Feeling smug. The scenery is already gorgeous—rolling hills, sheep looking supremely unimpressed. I'm trying to soak it all in and not panic that I might have left my passport in the airport Starbucks. (I didn't, by the way. But the thought still haunts me.) Also, I'm realizing my "smart casual" outfit is probably more "slightly confused tourist." Note to self: blend in better. Less bright pink.
- 12:00 PM - Check into Hampton by Hilton Bath City. Finally! Sweet, air-conditioned (hopefully) relief. I booked this place mostly because it was (relatively) affordable and had decent reviews. The lobby is… functional. The staff is friendly, and bless them, they don't seem to mind my luggage looking like a grenade went off inside it. I might be falling in love with the free cookies, just sayin'.
- 1:00 PM - Lunch at Sally Lunn's Historic Eating House. Okay, here's the thing: I knew I had to go. It's practically a Bath institution. The buns, the history… But let's be honest, it's crowded. Bloody crowded. And I'm basically elbow-to-elbow with other tourists, trying to get a photo of the bun. The bun itself? Delicious. Fluffy, buttery, heavenly. Worth the squeeze? Absolutely. Would I go back? Definitely. Would I want to camp out there with a personal bun masseuse for the entire stay? MAYBE.
- 2:30 PM - A Wandering Stroll (and MildPanic) through the Roman Baths. Right, Roman Baths. Prepare to be impressed. Prepare to be… slightly overwhelmed by the sheer number of people. It’s like a human tide washing through ancient ruins. I'm pretty sure I saw one person fall into the shallow end. (Thankfully, they were okay.) The water, even the (non-potable) water, smells like history. It's breathtaking, and I find myself staring at the statues and the architecture, thinking about the people who actually used these baths thousands of years ago. Also, I am silently screaming in my head because my audio guide had died and the tour was almost over.
- 4:00 PM - The Abbey. Bath Abbey! That grand, magnificent structure. I spent a good hour just staring up at the ceiling, jaw agape. The stained glass is phenomenal. The sheer scale of it is a bit daunting, but it is truly impressive. You see all the history, all the craftsmanship, and you feel a slight pang of inadequacy because, well, comparing my life of watching Netflix to someone building a cathedral in the 15th century is a bit soul-crushing.
- 6:00 PM - Dinner and a Pint. Found a cozy pub that looked charming. Ordered fish and chips (classic, I know). The fish was perfectly flaky. The chips? Possibly the best I've ever had. And the pint? Ah, bliss! I sat there, feeling the jet lag fade, watching the locals chat and laugh. It was absolute perfection. For about 20 minutes, until I realized the pub bathroom had no soap. Small imperfection but still, it did lower my mood a bit.
Day 2: Jane Austen and the Pursuit of Perfection
- 9:00 AM - Breakfast at Hampton by Hilton. The free breakfast buffet. Can’t complain. More importantly, the coffee is strong and I will need it.
- 10:00 AM - Jane Austen Centre. Okay, confession: I'm not obsessed with Jane Austen. More like, I appreciate the cultural impact. I went in, I saw the wax figure, I read some things…honestly, it was a bit…meh. Not the Centre’s fault, entirely. I think I was just hoping for a more compelling experience. Maybe expecting to be transported to Pemberley itself. Still, it gave me a good excuse to wear my fancy cardigan.
- 11:30 AM - A Stroll Through the Royal Crescent. OMG. The Royal Crescent. The epitome of Georgian elegance. Picture this: I'm wandering along, admiring the perfect architecture, and suddenly I trip on the cobblestone. Full-on faceplant. Right in front of a tour group. Mortification! I survived, though. I dusted myself off and pretended it didn't happen and continued admiring the beautiful buildings like the elegant goddess I am.
- 1:00 PM - Lunch and Shopping. Found a cute little café. I bought a scarf because I felt cold and I'm also trying to embrace the Jane Austen aesthetic…kinda.
- 2:30 PM - The Thermae Bath Spa: A Double-Down On Relaxation (and Panic). This is it. The highlight. The reason I booked this silly trip! The rooftop pool with a view of the city. (Okay, technically, the rooftop pool is the reason.) I booked a massage and everything. And it was heaven. The massage? Divine. The pools? Sublime. I did the steam room…but then, I almost hyperventilated in the steam room and had to run out. A minor inconvenience. But the rest of the trip? Perfection. I stared at the sky, the sun setting over the city, and thought, "This, this is it. This is what life is about. This is living." For a few glorious hours, anyway.
- 7:00 PM - Dinner at a More (Hopefully) Soap-Filled Pub.
- 8:00 PM - Back to the Hotel: Prepare to pass out from pure bliss.
Day 3: Goodbye, Bath (And a Hasty Retreat)
- 9:00 AM - Breakfast and Packing (aka, the Art of Hiding Laundry).
- 10:00 AM - One last look at Pulteney Bridge. It’s nice! Beautiful architecture. Nothing to add.
- 11:00 AM - Train to Bristol Airport.
- 12:00 PM - Airport
- 1:00 PM - Flight
Final Thoughts:
Bath, you beautiful, messy, slightly overwhelming city. You were everything I hoped for and a lot I didn't expect. The history, the elegance, the (occasional lack of soap)… it created an experience. I left a little bit of my heart there but I will hopefully return!
And with that, until my next adventure—which will hopefully involve more soap and fewer faceplants. Cheers!
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So, Unbeatable Bath Getaway: Hampton by Hilton... is it *really* all that? Honestly?
Okay, deep breaths. "Unbeatable"? That's a bold claim, innit? Look, I went, expecting… ya know, another Hampton by Hilton. Nice enough, clean, free breakfast with that mystery-meat sausage. But... this. This was different. I'm talking about the Bath location here, by the way, because some Hampton's are just... well, they're Hamptons. This one? It *tried*.
It *really* tried.
The location, near the Roman Baths? Brilliant. Walkable. My clumsy arse managed to navigate the cobbled streets without twisting an ankle (miracle!). Honestly, stumbling into the spa after a day of Roman history? Pure bliss. Although, and this is important: don't expect a *luxury* spa. It's a really nice spa. Comfortable, clean, did I say comfortable? I'm a sucker for a decent bathrobe, alright?
Alright, alright, location. What's the deal with the rooms? Are they actually nice or just "nicely Hampton-y?"
The rooms. Ah, the rooms. Okay, picture this: you've been walking around Bath all day, your feet are screaming, you’re craving a decent cuppa. I was expecting the usual, beige-on-beige, vaguely corporate vibe. But NO. They've – and I swear, this is genuine – they've put a *little* effort in. Some actual design! Some pops of color! (This is a HUGE win in budget hotels.)
My room, I'll call it the Room of Almost Bliss, had a little window seat. And a desk! (Important for writing my travel blog, obviously... ahem). The bed? Comfortable. Pillows that didn't immediately flatten into useless lumps. Seriously, it was a solid sleep, which is a vast improvement on the usual tossing and turning I do in hotels. And the bathroom? Clean. Always a major plus. The water pressure could have been a little more... enthusiastic, but hey, I'm not complaining.
But... and there's *always* a but. The light switch situation was... confusing. I'm not stupid, I know how to operate a light switch, but these were like a puzzle. I spent a good five minutes just flicking them on and off trying to figure out what did what. In the end, I gave up and used the bedside lamp. Small imperfection, but still... frustrating. It wouldn't be a real experience if it wasn't a little flawed!
Breakfast! The crucial question. Hampton's are famous for their… breakfast. What's the vibe?
Breakfast. The bread and butter of hotel experiences, isn't it? The make-or-break moment. Let's be honest, Hampton's are usually… adequate. Standard. This one? Slightly above average. The usual suspects were there: scrambled eggs (a little dry, let's be real), the aforementioned sausage (still slightly mysterious but edible!), pastries, various cereals.
But! They had a waffle maker! A glorious waffle maker! And let me tell you, fresh waffles, covered in whipped cream and strawberries... after a slightly boozy night out? Pure. Unadulterated. Heaven. I may have gone back for seconds... alright, thirds. Don't judge me. They also had proper coffee! Not that lukewarm brown water some hotels call coffee. Proper, strong, caffeine-fueled goodness. This is important for the walking around the city and all the cobbled streets.
But (again with the buts!): the breakfast area got *mad* busy. It’s a popular place, and you might have to fight off other hungry guests for a table. Get there early is my advice, or prepare for a breakfast battle.
Let's talk about the spa. You mentioned it. Tell me more! The good, the bad, the ugly?
Right, the spa. My personal highlight. After all that walking, my aching muscles craved some TLC. It wasn't a "luxury" spa in the five-star, champagne-on-tap sense, but it was lovely. Really, really lovely. The pool was the perfect temperature, the sauna was steamy. And the best part? The jacuzzi. Oh, the jacuzzi. Bubbling bliss.
I spent, and I’m not exaggerating, a good hour just floating around, letting the jets pummel my back. I'm pretty sure I nearly fell asleep in there. It was that relaxing. I'm thinking about that jacuzzi right now, actually. Pure bliss.
Okay, the slightly less perfect bits. The changing rooms were a bit cramped. And the music... a little elevator-muzak-ish, if I'm honest. But honestly? After the day wandering the city, I couldn't care less.
The worst part? Leaving. I almost cried.
Any downsides? Come on, there *must* be something...
Alright, alright, the downsides. No hotel is perfect. Aside from the light switch issues, the cramped breakfast area, and the slightly elevator music, there was one thing... the noise. The walls, I hate to say it, were a bit thin. I could hear the people next door talking late into the night. Not ideal if you're a light sleeper (which I am, of course). Earplugs are your friend, folks. Bring earplugs.
And, okay, maybe, just maybe, it wasn't *quite* as "unbeatable" as the marketing suggested. But it was a bloody good stay.
So, final verdict? Would you go back?
Absolutely. Without a doubt. Despite the minor annoyances, despite the slightly mysterious sausage, and the light switch issue, I'd go back in a heartbeat. The location is perfect. The spa is amazing. The waffles are legendary. And that's what matters, right? It's a comfortable, convenient, and pleasant place to stay while you explore Bath. And really, isn't that all we're asking for? (Yes, yes it is.) Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm going to start planning my return...
