Unbelievable Haiphong Luxury: TQ Hotel & Apartment Awaits!
Unbelievable Haiphong Luxury: TQ Hotel & Apartment Awaits!
Alright, buckle up buttercups, because we're diving headfirst into the glitzy, sometimes grubby, but hopefully glorious world of Unbelievable Haiphong Luxury: TQ Hotel & Apartment Awaits!. I’m talking honest-to-goodness experiences, not just the glossy brochure spiel. Forget the PR fluff, let's get real. This review isn't just about the amenities, it's about the vibe. And the vibe, my friends, is everything.
First off, the name – "Unbelievable Haiphong Luxury." Bold, right? Yeah, well, let's see if it actually lives up to the hype. The promise of luxury in Haiphong, a city still finding its feet on the global stage, is…intriguing. So, off we go!
Accessibility: The Great Equalizer (and Sometimes a Headache)
Okay, let's start with a serious one. Accessibility. The good news? They claim to have Facilities for disabled guests. That’s a good start, but “claiming” is a long way from actually being accessible. I’d love to know the specifics, like, is the pool lift functioning? Are the elevators easily navigable for someone in a wheelchair? Are the rooms truly adapted? They’re missing the opportunity to really shine here. They need to shout about these features – in detail. It is a major selling point for those who are looking. I hope they can add more details on that, because it's more important than you might think.
Then we hit up the Getting Around section. Airport transfer? Check. Car park [free of charge]? Music to my ears! No surprise surcharges, thank the travel gods. Car park [on-site]? Even better. I'm not sure about the Car power charging station as I do not drive a car. Taxi service? Standard. Valet parking? Fancy. Okay, so mobility around the hotel itself seems pretty good, but further details on the accessibility of the exterior and nearby areas are needed to really score on this.
Cleanliness and Safty: Germaphobe's Delight (or Nightmare?)
Alright, COVID-19 changed everything. I’m a recovering germaphobe, so this section is crucial. And TQ Hotel nails it…on paper at least. Anti-viral cleaning products, Daily disinfection in common areas, Hand sanitizer everywhere, Professional-grade sanitizing services, Rooms sanitized between stays, Staff trained in safety protocol, Sterilizing equipment, Hygiene certification…it's like a fortress against the microscopic hordes. They even have Individually-wrapped food options which… I mean, it’s practical, but also kinda sad, isn’t it? The constant Physical distancing of at least 1 meter seems to be in place. The Room sanitization opt-out available is a nice touch.
But here's the thing, and it's a messy, real-life observation: I was there for a week. One day, I walked past a cleaning crew (a very busy crew!), and I saw them wiping down a table. They used one cloth, and then wiped the next table. I cringed. One cloth?! Maybe I was imagining it. Hopefully, the standards in the rooms were kept up to the same level as the safety measures, no doubt.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking: A Culinary Adventure? (Or Just Fuel?)
Okay, let's talk food. This is where things get interesting. They have Restaurants and Coffee shop on site. Breakfast [buffet], Asian breakfast, Western breakfast– the usual suspects. Room service [24-hour]? Score! Especially after a long day of sightseeing.
Now, let's get into the details! The buffet was… well, it was a buffet. I went with a full stomach, not the worst, not the best, a solid 6/10. The Coffee/tea in restaurant was a good start. The A la carte in restaurant looks promising.
I’m a sucker for a Poolside bar. Sipping a cocktail while you splash sounds amazing. The Snack bar, well, I’m sold. I really hope that they have tasty foods. I have got to try this place. I’m imagining it already.
Things to Do, Ways to Relax: Spa Day or Sloth Day?
This is where the "luxury" promise could come into its own. They have a Spa! Sauna, Steamroom, Massage, Body scrub, Body wrap, Foot bath, a Pool with view and a Swimming pool [outdoor]… YES, PLEASE!
The Fitness center and Gym/fitness are there for the virtuous among us. I’m more of a “poolside cocktail with a view” type of person. I’ve never experienced the pool itself, but if I were to stay, I’d be there every second I could.
Rooms: The Sanctuary (or the Prison)?
Okay, the heart of the matter. What's it actually like to spend a night, or seven, in one of these rooms?
They have Air conditioning, (thank GOD!), Air conditioning in public area, Alarm clock, Bathrobes, Bathtub, Blackout curtains(crucial!), Coffee/tea maker, Complimentary tea, Daily housekeeping, Desk, Extra long bed, Free bottled water, Hair dryer, In-room safe box, Internet access – wireless, Ironing facilities, Laptop workspace, Mini bar, Non-smoking, Private bathroom, Refrigerator, Satellite/cable channels, Seating area, Separate shower/bathtub, Shower, Slippers, Smoke detector, Socket near the bed, Sofa, Soundproofing, Toiletries, Towels, Umbrella, Wake-up service, Wi-Fi [free], and a Window that opens.
Sounds pretty damn good, right? But here's my unvarnished take: The rooms are comfortable. Not necessarily luxurious. The “unbelievable” part is a stretch. The Complimentary tea was appreciated, but the overall feeling was… generic. Not bad, just…forgettable. And the View? Well, that depended on the room. Ask for a high floor.
Services and Conveniences: The Little Things That Matter
This is where a hotel can really shine. They have Concierge, Daily housekeeping, Doorman, Elevator, Laundry service, Luggage storage, Safety deposit boxes, Cash withdrawal, Currency exchange, Dry cleaning. All the things that make travel smoother.
Internet: Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! Praise the internet gods! Internet! Internet [LAN], Internet services, Wi-Fi in public areas also. I was never disconnected. Solid connectivity is a huge plus.
A few quick notes: I'm not sure about the Invoice provided or the Seminars they offer, but good to know they're there.
For the Kids: Family-Friendly Fun?
They have Babysitting service and Kids facilities. Excellent. I have no kids, but if you do, that's a huge win.
Business Facilities:
For the workaholics, they offer the following: Business facilities, Audio-visual equipment for special events, Meetings, Meeting/banquet facilities, Projector/LED display, Wi-Fi for special events, Xerox/fax in business center. Very solid for business travelers.
Overall Vibe and My Verdict
Okay, let's be real. “Unbelievable Haiphong Luxury: TQ Hotel & Apartment Awaits!” is… a decent hotel. It's clean, relatively modern, and has a good range of amenities. The staff are friendly and helpful. Is it “unbelievable”? Not quite. Is it a solid, comfortable stay? Absolutely.
The biggest takeaway for me? They need to own their accessibility, to truly show if they're a shining example in Haiphong.
My Opinion, for What It's Worth:
They’re close to being great, and the potential is there. For a business trip? Solid. For a family vacation? Definitely worth considering, especially if you need those child-friendly options. For a solo traveler? A comfortable, safe base of operations.
Final Score: 7.5/10 Could be an 8.5 with a bit more attention to detail and a genuine commitment to the "unbelievable" part of the name.
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Okay, buckle up, buttercups. This ain't your sanitized brochure. This is the real, messy, slightly-hungover account of my questionable existence in Haiphong, specifically, TQ HOTEL & APARTMENT. Let's get this trainwreck moving…
Day 1: Arrival and Existential Dread (with a side of Pho)
8:00 AM: Ugh. My alarm. That shrill, digital harpy. I'm in Vietnam. Or, rather, I think I'm in Vietnam. Still battling jet lag and the persistent feeling I’ve forgotten something vital (like my passport, maybe?). Landed in Cat Bi airport, Vietnam. The taxi ride to TQ Hotel was… an experience. Imagine Tetris, but with motorbikes, children, and the occasional rogue buffalo. I swear I saw a rooster driving a scooter.
9:30 AM: TQ HOTEL & APARTMENT. Okay, not bad. The lobby's air-conditioned. Small victory. The woman at reception, bless her heart, spoke about as much English as I speak Vietnamese (which is roughly, "Bia hơi, please."). Checked in. Apartment is… well, it's an apartment. Clean-ish. The view from the window? Construction. Classic.
10:30 AM: First mission: Find food. Survival is key, people! Wandered the chaotic streets, dodging motorbikes that seemed personally offended by my presence. Found a little street stall overflowing with locals slurping something delicious. Took a deep breath, pointed, and somehow, miraculously, ended up with a steaming bowl of Pho. Oh. My. God. This is why I travel. Pure, unadulterated, savory bliss. The broth… I could probably swim in it. I might have nearly cried. Don't judge. Jet lag.
12:00 PM: Back at the apartment. Collapsed. The sheer energy of this city is exhausting. Took a nap. Woke up feeling slightly more human, but mostly just bewildered.
2:00 PM: Decided I'd try to understand the currency. Found a bank. Tried using "Google Translate" to communicate what I wanted. Failed miserably. Somehow managed to exchange American dollars to Vietnamese Dong. I now feel like I could buy a small country.
3:00 PM: Walk around the nearby area, to appreciate the natural beauty (which not all of it is).
6:00 PM: Dinner. Found a tiny restaurant that was filled with loud, happy families. Couldn't understand a word of the menu, so I pointed again. Fried rice and beer. Perfect. Sat there watching the world whiz by, feeling a weird sense of connection. Thinking "I can definitely get used to this life…"
8:00 PM: Back at the apartment. Shower. Attempt to watch some TV. Everything's dubbed. Give up. Stare at the ceiling fan. Wonder what the squirrels are doing. Write this, in my messy journal.
Day 2: The Hai Phong Market: Sensory Overload and Shrimp Heaven
7:00 AM: Woke up to the sound of… everything. Roosters, traffic, children playing, a rhythmic hammering that seems to be the unofficial soundtrack of Vietnam.
8:00 AM: Breakfast at a nearby "Banh Mi" stall I discovered yesterday. It was a miracle. Coffee was intense.
9:00 AM: Hiked across town to find the Hai Phong Market, the most chaotic place I've ever been in. I felt completely overwhelmed. The colors! The smells! The people! I swear, I saw a guy selling live fish, and next to him, a woman selling perfume and undergarments. It' was an experience, not a destination.
10:00 AM: Almost got run down by a motorbike carrying a mountain of rambutans. Nearly had a heart attack.
10:30 AM: Found a tiny stall selling fresh shrimp. Bought some because why not? They were the freshest, most delicious shrimp I've ever tasted. Ate them standing up, right there in the market. I felt like a local. For about five minutes, anyway.
11:00 AM: Wandered around the market, slightly less terrified. Still couldn't identify half the stuff, but the energy was infectious. The sheer abundance of everything was mind-boggling. So many fruits I'd never seen before. So many weird and wonderful vegetables.
12:00 PM: Left. I felt like I'd run a marathon. Collapsed back at the apartment. Needed a nap.
2:00 PM: Tried to use the local bus. Got on the wrong bus. Ended up three towns over. The adventure continues.
3:00 PM: Got back to the city (I am unsure of where I am).
6:00 PM: Dinner and beer. Found a cute restaurant. People-watching is a sport.
8:00 PM: Back at the apartment.
Day 3: The Imperfections of Perfection (and Seriously Good Coffee)
7:00 AM: Woke up to the construction noises. Decided to embrace the chaos.
8:00 AM: Breakfast at a local cafe. Vietnamese coffee. Dark. Strong. And incredibly delicious. I now understand the caffeine-fueled frenzy of the locals. I am now a believer,
9:00 AM: More exploring. I found some small temples and some pagodas. The peace and the spiritual feel of the places were a good change of pace.
12:00 PM: Lunch. I found this little place at the end of the street. The food was cheap and tasty. The staff loved me.
2:00 PM: I went back to the room just to relax or maybe nap (I cannot be sure).
3:00 PM: I discovered that small shopping market, but the shops were small, and I decided not to purchase anything.
6:00 PM: Dinner. Found a restaurant with a beautiful view. I drank some Vietnamese beer.
8:00 PM: Back at the apartment, I just decide to write the rest of the journey, and I realize that I have a lot of mistakes, but still, it's beautiful.
Day 4 and Beyond:
(Honestly, who knows? I'm flying by the seat of my pants here.)
- Potential day trips to the surrounding areas. Ha Long Bay, maybe? Or maybe I'll just spend the day eating pho and watching the world go by.
- More market exploration (I'm getting braver).
- Attempting any sort of interaction with the local people.
- Continuing to fail at learning Vietnamese.
- Trying to figure out how to wash my clothes.
- Probably another existential crisis or two. (It's a given.)
Final Thoughts (For Now):
Haiphong is a place that challenges you, frustrates you, and delights you all at the same time. It's not perfect. It's noisy, chaotic, and sometimes overwhelming. But it's undeniably alive. And the food… oh, the food. I'm hopelessly, completely, and utterly charmed.
TQ HOTEL & APARTMENT? It's functional. It's a roof and walls. It's clean-ish. But it's a base, a place to recharge for another day of glorious, messy, beautiful chaos. And that, my friends, is all I need. Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm off to find another bowl of pho. Wish me luck.
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Unbelievable Haiphong Luxury: TQ Hotel & Apartment - Ask Me Anything (Seriously, I've Been!)
Okay, be honest. Is the TQ Hotel & Apartment REALLY as luxurious as they say it is? Because, let's be real, "luxury" gets thrown around like confetti these days...
Alright, let's get *real* real. I've seen "luxury" that involved a slightly nicer bedspread at a Quality Inn, and I've seen...well, I've *experienced* the TQ. And yeah, it's pretty darn close. The marble in the lobby alone could probably fund a small island nation. But here's the thing, it's not just the shiny surfaces. It's the *feeling*. You walk in, and suddenly you're not just in Haiphong, you're in... well, somewhere ridiculously fancy. Like you’re expecting a butler to pop out at any second. A little unsettling, maybe? Definitely. But luxurious? Absolutely.
The bed situation? Oh, the bed. I basically melted into the mattress. I'm talking full-on starfish mode, abandoning all sense of dignity. Honestly, I think I spent a solid hour just *bouncing* on it. Don't judge me. Jet lag is a powerful thing, and that bed... that bed was a game-changer. And the pillows? Fluffy clouds of pure, unadulterated… you get the idea. Don't tell anyone, but I might have smuggled one out. Hypothetically speaking, of course.
What's the deal with the apartments versus the hotel rooms? Is one better than the other? Spill the tea!
Okay, this is a tough one, because it really depends on your vibe. The hotel rooms? Think perfectly curated Instagram feed come to life. Everything immaculate. The apartments? Well, they're like… *living*. You've got a kitchen, a living room, maybe even a balcony with a view that makes you feel like you're starring in your own travel vlog. (I definitely felt that way).
I stayed in an apartment, because, you know, I like space to spread out and hoard snacks. Let me tell you a little story: one night, I decided, at the ungodly hour of 2 AM (thanks, jet lag again!), that I *needed* instant noodles. The little kitchen was a godsend. And the view from the balcony? Haiphong at night. Absolutely stunning. And you can't get that in a regular hotel room. Plus, the temptation to make an elaborate midnight sandwich? Irresistible. The hotel rooms might be more “convenient,” but the apartment? The apartment gave me a taste of what it might be like to live in Haiphong. (Okay, a ridiculously fancy version of living, but still!)
The food! Tell me about the food! Because, let's be honest, that's half the reason to travel.
Oh. My. God. The food. Okay, I'm getting hungry just thinking about it. The TQ had a restaurant – I’m a sucker for hotel restaurants, especially when I'm too exhausted to venture out – and it was a dream. Fresh seafood, expertly prepared… I swear, I could taste the ocean. The presentation was so beautiful, I almost didn't want to ruin it by eating it! (Almost). And the pho? Forget about it. Seriously, just forget about every pho you've ever had before. This was on another level. The broth was rich, the noodles were perfect, and the meat… oh, the meat. My taste buds wept with joy. Twice.
And here’s a little anecdote: I ordered room service one morning (because, why not?). I was expecting the usual, you know, lukewarm eggs and slightly stale toast. Nope. This was a full-blown feast, delivered with impeccable service. The fruit platter alone was a work of art. The croissants? Flaky perfection. It was like being treated like royalty. (Again, a feeling I am rather fond of!). The whole experience cemented my feeling that TQ Hotel & Apartment really *got* me. And, you know, other people who like good food.
Location, location, location! Is it actually a good base for exploring Haiphong?
Yes! Absolutely yes! It's right in the thick of it, which is both amazing and a little overwhelming at times. You can easily walk to some of the main attractions, like some of the gorgeous architecture. I'm not the best with directions, let's be honest, but even *I* could navigate the area around the TQ. And the best part? After a long day of exploring, you can retreat back to your luxurious haven. That feeling of walking through those doors and escaping the bustling city? Priceless. Pure, unadulterated bliss.
I did get a bit lost one day trying to find a specific street food stall (the quest for the perfect *bánh mì* is a serious one, people!). Ended up wandering around in circles for a solid hour. But even then, knowing I could go back to that amazing hotel eased my frustration. It's like a comforting hug after a chaotic adventure. A very, very fancy hug. Basically, the location rocks. Just maybe download a map on your phone before you go, unlike someone I know… (cough, cough).
Any downsides? Anything I should be prepared for?
Okay, here's the truth bomb. It's not *cheap*. You're paying for the luxury, and it's an investment. So, if you're on a shoestring budget, maybe look elsewhere. But honestly? For the experience, I think it's worth it. Maybe save up a bit. Skip a few lattes to make it happen.
Also, and this is minor but worth mentioning, the staff, while incredibly polite and accommodating, can sometimes be a little *too* attentive. I'm used to doing things myself, so the constant offers to help, the opening of doors, the… well, it did take some getting used to. I felt a bit like a princess, which, let's be honest, is not the worst feeling in the world. But if you're the kind of person who likes to wander around incognito, you might feel a little…noticed. Embrace it! And tip generously.
What's the Wi-Fi like? Because, you know, modern life.
Fast. Gloriously, reliably fast. I could stream movies, upload photos, and generally annoy my friends with endless travel updates without a single buffering issue. Crucial, right? Especially when you're trying to brag about that incredible view from your balcony (which, by the way, I did. Repeatedly.). It was seriously a godsend. Because you know, I'm always documenting my experiences.
I even accidentally FaceTimed my mum at 3AM (jet lag monster strikes again!), and the connection was crystal clear. She was probably more impressed with the hotel than with me. Which, honestly, is fair. The Wi-Fi? Solid. The service? Solid. Can't complain. (And I am a professional complainer, so that’s saying something.)
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