Positive: public areas are mostly still well-maintained and clean (lobby, lobby toilet, indoor restaurant area), friendly reception staff & according to the request requested during reservation. Clean & comfortable rooms as always.
Here are some points that I noticed that seem to need improvement for better goods, because I always enjoy staying here but unfortunately many of the quality has decreased..
First, the most impressive, For the staff, it seems like they need to hold training related to hospitality again, especially the Security Department. When we arrived at night, it was raining hard and we didn't bring an umbrella. There was security & reception in the lobby and there was also an umbrella, but there was no intention to pick up using an umbrella. There was also no offer of help to lift the bag (I happened to bring a fairly heavy duffle bag) just glanced at and chatted with the receptionist who handled my check-in. I last stayed in January, the security was super alert & friendly, idk what happened why they became so indifferent. Not only when checking in at night, they were ignored, checking out during the day too, I thought it was only 1 person, it turns out it seems like almost everyone is like that huh? There is no hospitality spirit.
Second, order room service. The staff were great. Friendly and quick to respond. Unfortunately, I always order oxtail soup, and this time the taste was not like usual. Bland..
Third, the pillow case had rust-like stains (?), but because there were 4 pillows, the stains could be ignored. And it was less fragrant, but not smelly, so it's still comfortable..
Fourth, compared to last year's experience, the breakfast quality and quantity have decreased quite a lot. I returned 3 times for fried rice, it was always finished. There was no meat option other than chicken (I happen to be allergic to chicken), there was soto with beef, but it was small and tiny and only 3 floating in the bowl 😅.
Fifth, the "gym" facility was no longer functioning and had not been cleaned, even the dumbbells were very dirty.. even though it was a shame, it could be used for light exercise while staying and the facilities were used by guests.
Thanks Yama Resort!