The hotel lobby is grand, exuding a sense of old-money gravitas and elegance. However, my first impression of the front desk staff was quite negative – their appearance was rather unkempt. The staff seemed to be wearing ill-fitting uniforms, and their faces were caked with thick, greasy foundation. I actually found it uncomfortable to make eye contact with the lady assisting me during check-in, and the person at the next counter looked similar. I noticed a similar issue with the staff in the executive lounge; their appearance lacked the usual professionalism and crispness I've come to expect in Hong Kong's hospitality industry. There was one young girl in the lounge whose face was stiff every time she served me. While she always provided what I asked for, she came across as cold, indifferent, and uninterested. She maintained this demeanor throughout my two dining experiences there.
Aside from that, the rest of the hotel is excellent. The pool is large, and you can even order food and eat right by the poolside. For non-swimmers, it's a great spot to enjoy a drink – very comfortable and relaxing. The executive lounge's afternoon tea spread was a bit sparse, offering fruit, cookies, palmiers, and two types of sandwiches. However, the availability of champagne and red wine during afternoon tea was a definite plus. The food during happy hour was a significant improvement over afternoon tea; you could easily get a full meal and enjoy your drinks. Personally, I felt there could have been more hot dishes; on our day, it was just fish and fried rice, no meat. It was quite busy, but the atmosphere was great. The hotel is connected to the MTR station, making it very convenient to explore Central. You can also request a yoga mat from the front desk to practice in your room. Overall, I had a very good experience and would definitely stay here again.
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