davemclaren Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 Just now, alicante jambo said: Sound pal. We were wonering what you were drinking. Funny wee glasses you had the cocktails in. Glad you enjoyed it pal its an amazing place. What were them cocktails btw? I was on the Margueritas and Mrs McL was on porn star martinis. Lovely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alicante jambo Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 2 minutes ago, davemclaren said: I was on the Margueritas and Mrs McL was on porn star martinis. Lovely. Lol brilliant. Porn star martinis brilliant you wonder who makes up the names? We just stuck to the pints of morreti i think thats the name. I was like a wee kid sitting there. Its an amazing place now. Btw we had the duck starter and battered fish it was brilliant would reccomend it to anyone going for a meal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leginten Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 6 minutes ago, davemclaren said: I was on the Margueritas and Mrs McL was on porn star martinis. Lovely. Merchie Hearts credentials in the bin now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevie1874 Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 33 minutes ago, davemclaren said: We were dining and then sitting in the bar drinking cocktails last night. A very enjoyable experience all round. Apologies for not reading through whole thread, but have they added a bar in the skyline lounge? Been a few times a while ago and it was always table service. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davemclaren Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 13 minutes ago, alicante jambo said: Lol brilliant. Porn star martinis brilliant you wonder who makes up the names? We just stuck to the pints of morreti i think thats the name. I was like a wee kid sitting there. Its an amazing place now. Btw we had the duck starter and battered fish it was brilliant would reccomend it to anyone going for a meal. The Venison was great as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davemclaren Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 Just now, stevie1874 said: Apologies for not reading through whole thread, but have they added a bar in the skyline lounge? Been a few times a while ago and it was always table service. There is a small bar area up at the Gorgie Road end of the Skyline now. Very comfy sofas there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davemclaren Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 12 minutes ago, leginten said: Merchie Hearts credentials in the bin now. I only drink cocktsils on holiday. I'm generally a beer man. 🍻 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevie1874 Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 2 minutes ago, davemclaren said: There is a small bar area up at the Gorgie Road end of the Skyline now. Very comfy sofas there. Cheers Dave, that imo was the only downside of the Skyline. Somewhere to have a drink before or after meal. 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
highlandjambo3 Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 1 hour ago, alicante jambo said: Stayed in the plaza room last night. Had a few bevvies in the bar area of the skyline and had the 2course dinner. Food was beautiful and big pat on the back to the staff really nice and friendly. Breakfast i really enjoyed got the full english really enjoyed it. What got me was though sitting on the sofa at the bar around 11 oclock last night thinking how far we have come its fecking unbelievable. The place is beautiful. The room as well we had 205 was beautuful nice view onto the plaza. If you can afford a night there give it a go its something i will never forget. Its something our neighbours can only dream of. I know it’s a wee bit of a novelty for us hearts fans and, with the exception of birthday/anniversary treats etc, we’re unlikely to be having regular stopovers in the hotel. I wonder how many non hearts related people have stayed in the *hotel so far. It’s not quite touristy season yet (although there are a fair few early explorers up this way), but I’m sure it will continue to grow. The restaurant is likely to be a far more repetitive experience and, I’m planning on booking Christmas dinner there for me the mrs and the grand skidz……I’ve never eaten out on Christmas Day but I though what the hell, we’ve got the panto Christmas Eve. * anyone know any hotel staff who could be like errr…….a spy for jkb 🕵️ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davemclaren Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 4 minutes ago, stevie1874 said: Cheers Dave, that imo was the only downside of the Skyline. Somewhere to have a drink before or after meal. 👍 I agree. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alicante jambo Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 6 minutes ago, highlandjambo3 said: I know it’s a wee bit of a novelty for us hearts fans and, with the exception of birthday/anniversary treats etc, we’re unlikely to be having regular stopovers in the hotel. I wonder how many non hearts related people have stayed in the *hotel so far. It’s not quite touristy season yet (although there are a fair few early explorers up this way), but I’m sure it will continue to grow. The restaurant is likely to be a far more repetitive experience and, I’m planning on booking Christmas dinner there for me the mrs and the grand skidz……I’ve never eaten out on Christmas Day but I though what the hell, we’ve got the panto Christmas Eve. * anyone know any hotel staff who could be like errr…….a spy for jkb 🕵️ There was a party of 10 staying last night for a conference. They were from heineken. Not sure how long they are staying but possibly not supporters of our great club. I agree mate it was s one off for us too but checked expedia earlier and same room is 90 odd pounds for a night on tuesday till wednesday so no too bad but food is not included. Could always nip round to the gorgie chippie and eat it at the plaza steps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davemclaren Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 10 minutes ago, highlandjambo3 said: I know it’s a wee bit of a novelty for us hearts fans and, with the exception of birthday/anniversary treats etc, we’re unlikely to be having regular stopovers in the hotel. I wonder how many non hearts related people have stayed in the *hotel so far. It’s not quite touristy season yet (although there are a fair few early explorers up this way), but I’m sure it will continue to grow. The restaurant is likely to be a far more repetitive experience and, I’m planning on booking Christmas dinner there for me the mrs and the grand skidz……I’ve never eaten out on Christmas Day but I though what the hell, we’ve got the panto Christmas Eve. * anyone know any hotel staff who could be like errr…….a spy for jkb 🕵️ There was a company using the main conference suite this morning when we left. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davemclaren Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 34 minutes ago, alicante jambo said: Lol brilliant. Porn star martinis brilliant you wonder who makes up the names? We just stuck to the pints of morreti i think thats the name. I was like a wee kid sitting there. Its an amazing place now. Btw we had the duck starter and battered fish it was brilliant would reccomend it to anyone going for a meal. Mrs McL wants to know if you were 'the guy in the pink shirt'? 😄 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RustyRightPeg Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 3 minutes ago, alicante jambo said: There was a party of 10 staying last night for a conference. They were from heineken. Not sure how long they are staying but possibly not supporters of our great club. I agree mate it was s one off for us too but checked expedia earlier and same room is 90 odd pounds for a night on tuesday till wednesday so no too bad but food is not included. Could always nip round to the gorgie chippie and eat it at the plaza steps. That's quite encouraging to hear it's expanding on the commercial front too. Financially, you'd imagine it would've made a pretty penny too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alicante jambo Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 3 minutes ago, davemclaren said: Mrs McL wants to know if you were 'the guy in the pink shirt'? 😄 No mate i had a white fred perry t shirt on. The young boy with his mother tall lad sure he had a pink shirt no sure though. We sat right at bar on the first sofa.The bird had a polkadot dress on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alicante jambo Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 3 minutes ago, RustyRightPeg said: That's quite encouraging to hear it's expanding on the commercial front too. Financially, you'd imagine it would've made a pretty penny too. Deffo. Some of them were saying they never even knew there was a hotel there and they were very impressed with the place. Thats the conference folk that said that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davemclaren Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 3 minutes ago, alicante jambo said: No mate i had a white fred perry t shirt on. The young boy with his mother tall lad sure he had a pink shirt no sure though. We sat right at bar on the first sofa.The bird had a polkadot dress on. 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dazo Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 5 hours ago, Taffin said: We should try and get a means for guests to be able to see into the stadium imo. Not from the rooms, but some window or bar, or viewing area. It's a novelty staying in a football stadium but you could be forgiven for not knowing that once you're passed reception (which is also an impressive feat). It will attract people for the novelty factor and not being able to see the pitch etc is probably a bit disappointing. My girlfriend really wanted to see it when we stayed surprisingly. 4 hours ago, Worthing Jambo said: I thought the same. There must be an entrance at Skyline level (used for corp) that could be taped off, just to give a view? 🤷♂️ 4 hours ago, Nobreath said: I thought the same as well. My partner was also hoping to see the stadium. Did it occur to anyone to ask to see the stadium ? Always found it useful to ask these type of things when I’ve wanted something from a hotel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bull's-eye Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 Ive booked another weekend again as another novelty. Can't ever have too many noveltys. 😆 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taffin Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 (edited) 17 minutes ago, Dazo said: Did it occur to anyone to ask to see the stadium ? Always found it useful to ask these type of things when I’ve wanted something from a hotel. Yes, but as you'll know there's nobody on the hotel reception so it felt a bit OTT to ring down to the main reception. Also sort of missing the point. It's not someone's job to be showing people around ad hoc and they'll have other things to be doing (their jobs most likely), but an area you could buy a drink with a view of the stadium interior is a likely money spinner rather than money drainer. Edited March 21 by Taffin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smithian Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 2 hours ago, highlandjambo3 said: I know it’s a wee bit of a novelty for us hearts fans and, with the exception of birthday/anniversary treats etc, we’re unlikely to be having regular stopovers in the hotel. I wonder how many non hearts related people have stayed in the *hotel so far. It’s not quite touristy season yet (although there are a fair few early explorers up this way), but I’m sure it will continue to grow. The restaurant is likely to be a far more repetitive experience and, I’m planning on booking Christmas dinner there for me the mrs and the grand skidz……I’ve never eaten out on Christmas Day but I though what the hell, we’ve got the panto Christmas Eve. * anyone know any hotel staff who could be like errr…….a spy for jkb 🕵️ Taking the plus one for a trip to Edinburgh later this year, and building it around a Hearts match once schedule released. She seems fine with staying at Hotel for match night, but for other nights her response was just sending me a lot of City Center hotels. I'm countering with it seems like a bus runs straight from Tynecastle downtown, but it's a losing fight. I imagine the Hotel will make the lion share of its business from Hearts related weekends and holiday spillover. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smithian Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 50 minutes ago, Taffin said: Yes, but as you'll know there's nobody on the hotel reception so it felt a bit OTT to ring down to the main reception. Also sort of missing the point. It's not someone's job to be showing people around ad hoc and they'll have other things to be doing (their jobs most likely), but an area you could buy a drink with a view of the stadium interior is a likely money spinner rather than money drainer. I imagine/hope future additions to Tynecastle hospitality will have spillover benefits for the Hotel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wee Mikey Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 2 hours ago, Oda be a JT said: Is that not a bit dear though? Not deer ar all; just a few bucks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShedBoy Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 3 hours ago, highlandjambo3 said: I know it’s a wee bit of a novelty for us hearts fans and, with the exception of birthday/anniversary treats etc, we’re unlikely to be having regular stopovers in the hotel. I wonder how many non hearts related people have stayed in the *hotel so far. It’s not quite touristy season yet (although there are a fair few early explorers up this way), but I’m sure it will continue to grow. The restaurant is likely to be a far more repetitive experience and, I’m planning on booking Christmas dinner there for me the mrs and the grand skidz……I’ve never eaten out on Christmas Day but I though what the hell, we’ve got the panto Christmas Eve. * anyone know any hotel staff who could be like errr…….a spy for jkb 🕵️ We were there the first weekend of March and there were 8 Norwegian lads staying 🤷🏻♂️ random 🤣 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Worthing Jambo Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 2 hours ago, Dazo said: Did it occur to anyone to ask to see the stadium ? Always found it useful to ask these type of things when I’ve wanted something from a hotel. I did say that it was a pity there was no access to see the stadium. Wasn’t an issue for me as I’d just spent the best part of 2 and a half hours watching the game. You can however book personal stadium tours at £50ish. A couple disappeared from the hotel lounge only to appear on the tv 5 minutes later at the side of the pitch. There is a route for those that know😉🤭 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oda be a JT Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 1 hour ago, Wee Mikey said: Not deer ar all; just a few bucks. 😉 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dazo Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 11 hours ago, Worthing Jambo said: I did say that it was a pity there was no access to see the stadium. Wasn’t an issue for me as I’d just spent the best part of 2 and a half hours watching the game. You can however book personal stadium tours at £50ish. A couple disappeared from the hotel lounge only to appear on the tv 5 minutes later at the side of the pitch. There is a route for those that know😉🤭 Exactly as you’ve said, if you’re visiting a hotel within a stadium and viewing the stadium was something you’re interested you would make a point of finding such things out. Clearly the couple you seen managed it perfectly well. Hearts fans as you’ve said will clearly be able to find ways to view the stadium. Sounds like some people just need a moan or their hand held when visiting places. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PapaShango Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 16 hours ago, highlandjambo3 said: I know it’s a wee bit of a novelty for us hearts fans and, with the exception of birthday/anniversary treats etc, we’re unlikely to be having regular stopovers in the hotel. I wonder how many non hearts related people have stayed in the *hotel so far. It’s not quite touristy season yet (although there are a fair few early explorers up this way), but I’m sure it will continue to grow. The restaurant is likely to be a far more repetitive experience and, I’m planning on booking Christmas dinner there for me the mrs and the grand skidz……I’ve never eaten out on Christmas Day but I though what the hell, we’ve got the panto Christmas Eve. * anyone know any hotel staff who could be like errr…….a spy for jkb 🕵️ I wouldn't be surprised if they had an uptake with the egg chuckers being on recently with folk visiting and staying over. I wouldn't be surprised to see us partner with SRU next year to promote the hotel during the 6 Nations. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gordon simpson Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 On 19/03/2024 at 13:21, Wee Mikey said: 'A diddly dee night with foreign tourists'? "Bring it OAN", say I. Hearts Ultras take note ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peakybunnet Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 17 hours ago, davemclaren said: I was on the Margueritas and Mrs McL was on porn star martinis. Lovely. bow chicka wow wow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Worthing Jambo Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 2 hours ago, Dazo said: Exactly as you’ve said, if you’re visiting a hotel within a stadium and viewing the stadium was something you’re interested you would make a point of finding such things out. Clearly the couple you seen managed it perfectly well. Hearts fans as you’ve said will clearly be able to find ways to view the stadium. Sounds like some people just need a moan or their hand held when visiting places. 2 hours ago, Dazo said: Exactly as you’ve said, if you’re visiting a hotel within a stadium and viewing the stadium was something you’re interested you would make a point of finding such things out. Clearly the couple you seen managed it perfectly well. Hearts fans as you’ve said will clearly be able to find ways to view the stadium. Sounds like some people just need a moan or their hand held when visiting places. I’d hardly call it a moan 🤣 The impression I got was that wandering around the stadium unaccompanied wasn’t going to be encouraged. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nobreath Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 3 hours ago, Dazo said: Exactly as you’ve said, if you’re visiting a hotel within a stadium and viewing the stadium was something you’re interested you would make a point of finding such things out. Clearly the couple you seen managed it perfectly well. Hearts fans as you’ve said will clearly be able to find ways to view the stadium. Sounds like some people just need a moan or their hand held when visiting places. I wasn't aware that anyone was moaning until your post. Could you stop moaning about Hearts fans who are only attempting to pass on constructive suggestions to improve the Hotel experience? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boag1874 Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 22 hours ago, davemclaren said: Nope. A complete lack of haggis. 🥸 19 hours ago, davemclaren said: It was one of those curled up ones. I much prefer Lorne Sausage. 🥸 Bloody diet huns Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Findlay Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 18 hours ago, davemclaren said: Mrs McL wants to know if you were 'the guy in the pink shirt'? 😄 Why? Does she think he is a porn star martini?😄 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boag1874 Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 When the sun comes out we should use the main stand as an enormous beer garden imo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gorgierools Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 17 minutes ago, boag1874 said: When the sun comes out we should use the main stand as an enormous beer garden imo That's one weekend in August sorted. What about the rest of the year? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davemclaren Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 28 minutes ago, John Findlay said: Why? Does she think he is a porn star martini?😄 Maybe. 🤩 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homme Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 11 minutes ago, Gorgierools said: That's one weekend in August sorted. What about the rest of the year? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevie1874 Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 35 minutes ago, boag1874 said: When the sun comes out we should use the main stand as an enormous beer garden imo Beer festival on the plaza 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wee Mikey Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 (edited) 20 hours ago, davemclaren said: I was on the Margueritas and Mrs McL was on porn star martinis. Lovely. My 🧥 has already been gotten:- The pellet with the poison's in the vessel with the pestle; the chalice from the palace has the brew that is true! Beware those tasty cocktails, though, they'll only make you swoon! 10 Margueritas and Martinis would surely make you croon ... "Hearts, Hearts, Glorious Hearts" ... ... Then raise a schooner from the Skyline for the boys in maroon. 🍹🍸🍺 (Copyright Danny Kaye & William Topaz McGonagall) Edited March 22 by Wee Mikey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Findlay Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 58 minutes ago, davemclaren said: Maybe. 🤩 😄 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boag1874 Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 1 hour ago, Gorgierools said: That's one weekend in August sorted. What about the rest of the year? We’ll get heaters Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john thomas Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 21 hours ago, davemclaren said: I've cancelled my FoH payment until it happens!! Quite right too Handing back season ticket if they don't stop doing english breakfasts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davemclaren Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 20 minutes ago, Wee Mikey said: My 🧥 has already been gotten:- The pellet with the poison's in the vessel with the pestle; the chalice from the palace has the brew that is true! Beware those tasty cocktails, though, they'll only make you swoon! 10 Margueritas and Martinis would surely make you croon ... "Hearts, Hearts, Glorious Hearts" ... ... Then raise a schooner from the Skyline for the boys in maroon. 🍹🍸🍺 (Copyright Danny Kaye & William Topaz McGonagall) Very good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smeed Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 Great stay last night. Staff, food and room exceptional.😃 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TWF Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 Two nights of excellent food, drink and service. Staff absolutely spot on. I would say that the bed is one of the most comfortable I have slept in. Was given a wee heads up on the pre contract signings of Spittal and Penrice, so moral is book yourself a room and be the first to know about "new signings" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Montgomery Brewster Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 https://www.thestadiumbusiness.com/2024/03/19/why-the-stadium-hotel-revolution-is-on-its-way/ good article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Worthing Jambo Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 5 hours ago, TWF said: Two nights of excellent food, drink and service. Staff absolutely spot on. I would say that the bed is one of the most comfortable I have slept in. Was given a wee heads up on the pre contract signings of Spittal and Penrice, so moral is book yourself a room and be the first to know about "new signings" So you ate in Greggs then?🤔 Agree about the bed by the way👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DG_HMFC Posted March 23 Share Posted March 23 I've got a night in May booked with the missus. 3 course meal and breakie in the morning. Magic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goader Posted March 23 Share Posted March 23 We enjoyed a great stay last Sunday. Beautiful meal, this added to the new lounge area in the Skyline made it a really relaxing evening. Rooms really modern and fresh so no complaints there. The breakfast, like others on here was a tad disappointing. Service was poor and porridge (inedible) came after the fried breakfast 😍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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