john m
September 1, 2024
We recently stayed at the Conrad Indianapolis for a concert, and as Diamond members who own Hilton Grand Vacations, we were excited for our first experience at a Conrad property. Typically, we stay at Waldorf hotels, so we had high expectations going in. We booked two rooms about nine months in advance and specifically requested that they be next to each other, preferably adjoining. A few days before our trip, we called to confirm, and the staff assured us that the rooms were being held next to each other, which put us at ease. However, when we arrived, we were informed that the rooms would be on the same floor but not next to each other. This was puzzling and frustrating, especially since the app showed that all room types were available. We asked why it was so difficult to place two rooms together, even offering to pay for an upgrade if necessary, but the staff insisted that nothing could be done. It felt like there was little recognition of our Diamond status throughout this interaction. After checking in, we noticed that the room directly next to ours was unoccupied. When we brought this up to the manager, they eventually moved us, but it was a hassle we didn’t expect, especially in a nearly empty hotel. The rooms were clean and well-appointed, though slightly dated. Once we were settled, we had a nice stay, but the lack of acknowledgment of our loyalty and the difficulty in accommodating a simple request left us feeling disappointed. We expected better service, especially as long-time Hilton members.