Very disappointed with this historical hotel that entertained many foreign VIP.
Called the restaurant over a month ago from U.S. to make a reservation, stating my wife and I are coming in March to celebrating our 30 years of anniversary. No sincere greeting upon our arrival. I asked the hostess if we can a table near window as I stated on my reservation a month. No responses from the hostess. We were seated near fire extinguisher by the grand stairway. I was not happy with the location. I asked another gentleman who seem to be part of management if I can get a different table. He said entire restaurant is booked, and he will try to get us seat in a different section but, I would have to wait for at least an hour or longer. He does not seen to have interest of help us on the seating request. We decided to left the restaurant since they would not even attempt to...
Read moreNice hotel, with Chinese traditional decor everywhere. Bed is OK, sheets was not comfortable, feel rough, pretty sure the cotton count is high, but it is just rough, not sure if it is because they didn't laundry clean or too much starch? The pillows were very hard. AC works but humidity in the room was just uncomfortable for me. Chinese Dinner set came with rooms, looks good, but taste too salty on most and last dish asian style bake noodles, was just too salty and grease for me, no amount of tea can wash it down for me. All the staff was nice, still for a high class hotel need more improvement, the order of dish, twice! Is only 7 dish, how hard is it to keep it in order? Presentation was there but... Or I had too much expectations? I think China airline business class meal taste better...
Read moreLocated in the Grand Hotel in Yuanshan, Taipei, Songhe Restaurant is an excellent place to enjoy classic Chinese cuisine. As soon as I entered the restaurant, the elegant Chinese style decoration came from the front, making people feel the strong cultural atmosphere. Each dish reflects the delicateness and professionalism of the chef. The waiter's attitude is also very friendly, always paying attention to the needs of the guests, and enhancing the dining experience. The view outside the window adds a lingering repose to the meal, making people not only full of food but also full of beautiful scenery. Pine Crane restaurant is definitely one of the top restaurants for guests to visit, and it is...
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