Foch
Foch, Buckingham Palace Road, London, SW1W 0BP, United Kingdom- Statue
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Luxurious Victorian Railway Hotel in London Victoria
Modern Comforts with Victorian Opulence: Experience the perfect blend of modern amenities and Victorian charm at The Clermont London, located in the heart of London Victoria.
Fitness Centre and Business Facilities: Stay fit and focused with our well-equipped fitness center and take advantage of our versatile meeting and function rooms for all your business needs.
Prime Location and Nearby Attractions: With London Victoria station next door, explore the best of London including iconic landmarks, West End theatres, and easy access to major airports.
Book your stay at The Clermont London now to indulge in luxury and convenience during your London getaway.
Check-in from
03:00 PM
Check-out by
11:00 AM
Children
Allowed
Pets
Not allowed
Sleeps
Up to 3 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Sofa bed (Variable Size), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
28 sqm
In-room amenities
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
377 sq feet
Layout - Bedroom and sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 49-inch LCD TV with digital channels
Food & Drink - Espresso maker, free minibar items, electric kettle, and free bottled water
Sleep - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, a pillow menu, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a bathtub or shower with a rainfall showerhead
Practical - Laptop-compatible safe, iron/ironing board, and laptop workspace
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and climate-controlled heating
Non-Smoking
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
King bed (151-180 cm wide), Sofa bed (90-99 cm wide)
Room details
35 m2
In-room amenities
1 King Bed
215 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 49-inch LCD TV with digital channels
Food & Drink - Espresso maker, free minibar items, electric kettle, and free bottled water
Sleep - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, a pillow menu, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, designer toiletries, and a bathtub or shower with a rainfall showerhead
Practical - Laptop-compatible safe, iron/ironing board, and laptop workspace
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and climate-controlled heating
Non-Smoking
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
King bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
20 m2
In-room amenities
1 King Bed
280 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 49-inch LCD TV with digital channels
Food & Drink - Espresso maker, free minibar items, electric kettle, and free bottled water
Sleep - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, a pillow menu, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, designer toiletries, and a bathtub or shower with a rainfall showerhead
Practical - Laptop-compatible safe, iron/ironing board, and laptop workspace
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and climate-controlled heating
Non-Smoking
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
King bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
26 m2
In-room amenities
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
334 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 49-inch LCD TV with digital channels
Food & Drink - Espresso maker, free minibar items, electric kettle, and free bottled water
Sleep - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, a pillow menu, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a bathtub or shower with a rainfall showerhead
Practical - Laptop-compatible safe, iron/ironing board, and laptop workspace
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and climate-controlled heating
Non-Smoking
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
King bed (151-180 cm wide), Sofa bed (90-99 cm wide)
Room details
31 m2
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide), Sofa bed (Variable Size)
Room details
40 sqm
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 3 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide), Sofa bed (Variable Size)
Room details
31 sqm
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
Room details
26 sqm
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 1 guests
1 adults
Beds
Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
Room details
13 sqm
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
18 sqm
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
Room details
18 sqm
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
Room details
20 sqm
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide), Sofa bed (Variable Size)
Room details
40 sqm
In-room amenities
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Provider-sourced guest reviews.
Stunning Victorian architecture! Brilliant breakfast buffets with a plethora of choices in beautifu rooms! Great position in the city, very central!l Arrived to a great birthday surprise of bubbles, cake, balloon and a hand written note! A gorgeous touch and very appreciated!
Rooms are smallish! We had booked a twin room and they gave us a double bed. Carpet didn't smell great BUT instantly rectified and changed to another room with great apologies.
The hotel and staff
The bedroom we were allocated the bathroom did not have walk-in shower both being in our seventies was difficult in and out of bath. There also was a sloping roof at one end of bed that was dangerous if getting up in night hitting head
It was absolutely beautiful especially the reception area ; like a little cathedral inside
We had some misfortune Booking.Com had a scammer who sent a false message to us through messenger on the Ap that our booking wasn’t secure the day before we left Australia ! It took some clarification by email I had booked 1 night then I realised I needed 2 nights after a long flight so I booked another night However the cost then doubled for no reason ! The price went up to &900 Australian a night ! I was quite distressed re the billing as it came up as Grosvenor Hotel not Clermont so I was afraid it was another scam ( it wasn’t that is their trade name ) I also didn’t know about breakfast being included Some eating areas were closed the first day ….if only we were told we wouldn’t have gone on tour so early and would have had a lovely breakfast in the beautiful room I There was a conference on at the time … they seemed to be well looked after and were able to access all the facilities well ! I found out about when we were leaving to catch a train for our next destination ! It was a very costly and confusing stay Also our room had a very small & dirty double glass window which was disappointing although Victoria square is a fabulous and convenient central location for everything The dinner next door was a beautiful spot to go but you have to make sure you book in early to get a lovely table !!!
Perfecta ubicación para tomar cualquier medio de transporte, tren, big bus en la misma entrada del hotel, bus para visitar los estudios de Harry Potter, etc Las camas eran muy amplias y cómodas y el personal te facilitaba cualquier cosa que pudieses necesitar, incluidas bebidas y snacks sin coste adicional. El desayuno correcto, y el personal muy amable.
Lo único que no me gustó fue el nivel de ruido 24/7 proveniente del sistema de extracción de aire de la estación de Victoria que probablemente estaba ubicado bajo nuestra habitación.
The hotel was beautiful. It was very close to many of the main London attractions like Buckingham Palace. The staff were lovely and friendly. The rooms were very clean. Although they were a bit small, they were neat and attractive. There were several transportation options near the hotel and several really nice places to eat that were fun and affordable.
The only thing I would say was a problem was the layout of the hotel. To get to our room, we had to take 2 elevators (one of which was quite small) however, it is an older building so it is to be expected.
Great location central to everything and friendly staff.
Standard room is small and walls thin. We had noisy neighbours watching TV until 2:30am and talking loudly at 5am.
Odadaki hersey cok guzeldi. Konumu inanilmaz iyi Buckingam palace st james park westminster abbey big ben vs hepsini yürüyerek gezdik gatwick airporta indigimiz icin aktarmasiz 25-30 dakikalik trenle ulasim sagladik otelin direk istasyona acilan kapisi bile var gidecegimiz yerlerin coguna tek otobusle veya tek yon metro ile aktarmasiz gittik
Rezervasyonu 2 yetiskin bir 4 yas cocuk olarak yaptik odamiz asansorle 2. Ve 3. Kat arasi asansorden sonra merdiven kullanilan bir alandaydi bu bizi bebek arabasiyla cok zorladi. Otelin kapisindan metroya olan uzaklik oteldeki odamizdan daha yakindi
Breakfast really good
Rooms are a bit small
This was a lovely hotel near the Palace which we were visiting along with afternoon tea (at a different hotel). Unfortunately we could only stay for one night so didn't use all the facilities. The gluten free breakfast was separate including toaster. The staff, were wonderful, friendly and professional, looking after us very well. I wish we could have stayed longer.
The gluten free breakfast was limited and the bread quality not so good for such a hotel. This is a problem with all hotels though, there is a lovely spread but when it's broken down to what coeliacs can actually eat it's limited. The fact there was a separate area and toaster makes this a much better offer. We were offered an afternoon tea at a discounted price about a week before our stay, however we had already booked one at a nearby hotel. If the offer had been given at the time of booking we would most likely have chosen this hotel.
location location location............
Glorious old building right next to Victoria Station.
Overpriced and tired, chipped paint and old carpets. Reception was a bit shambolic with a long wait.
Location, breakfast, staff, quiet room
Nil
Easy Check in and check out. Breakfast was of high quality. The overall ambience of the hotel.
The bed and pillows weren’t my favorite
Super friendly staff! Breakfast top in a superb setting! We will be back!
Nothing
Breakfast was great with a good variety of food. Staff were very helpful. Decor was beautiful.
Shower over the bath and the toilets were very low. Bathroom was very small.
Fantastisk hotel med adgang inde fra Victoria Station. Der er så smukt, og jeg havde et enkeltværelse. Det er småt, men godt udnyttet, og der var så god aircondition, at der var meget behageligt på værelset, selvom det var 33 grader udenfor.
Intet
Fantastic location- close to everything and literally above Victoria Station, so you can get everywhere easily. It’s also a beautiful building with comfortable rooms and modern bathrooms.
Nothing
Really nice building and tidy rooms, great service.
Alittle confusing finding our room since it’s such a large hotel but manageable.
Easy access to the Victoria tube station through the hotel. Good facilities and comfy bed. Great location.
N.Everything was good.
Great location. Many destinations around on walking distance. Hotel is located in a busy spot, near to the historical Victoria train station, Buckingham Palace. If you want to experience the city best place to start with.
Hotel has limited views, be careful when bookings. I found hotel doors to the rooms quite old, and not in a good condition. This could be improved. Inside the rooms place was limited.
das Ambiente, die Lage, das Frühstück, das geräumige Zimmer
kein Pool, um sich nach dem Stadtbummel zu erholen
Location
Split level room access and the bar food area was a little disappointing
Das Zimmer war sehr schön, das Bett sehr bequem. Das Frühstücksbuffet hervorragend, das Personal sehr nett und zuvorkommend.
Der Teppich im Zimmer war nicht ganz sauber. Das Badezimmer viel zu klein, für die Toilette war sehr wenig Platz, sehr beengt. Die Kosmiktücher waren am Mittwoch leer wurden nicht mehr aufgefüllt. Am Donnerstag hat man uns die Bademäntel weggenommen. Der Abfluss in der Dusche hat die Menge an Wasser von der Schauerdusche nicht aufnehmen können, dadurch wäre fast das bad überflutet worden. Der Ventilator im Bad hat nicht funktioniert, dadurch wurde es im Zimmer immer feuchter, was auch die Klimaanlage nicht ganz entfeuchten konnte und die Fenster ließen sich nicht öffnen. Dadurch war dann gegen mitte der Woche schon eine ziemlich abgestandene Luft im Raum.
Beautiful hotel, lovely little touches to help us feel welcome there. Great location by Victoria which meant getting around the city via tube/bus/walking was really easy, lovely staff and great service and communication. Great options for breakfast. Overall a fabulous hotel which we will return to.
Nothing, we had a wonderful 3 night stay
Upea kaunis hotelli aivan Victoria aseman vieressä. Ota tämä majoitus jos tulet Gatwickistä, ei voisi olla helpompaa! Metro myös vieressä. Hienot huoneet, ystävällinen henkilökunta. Kaikki oli hyvää! Kun menen Lontooseen uudestaan, varaan tämän hotellin.
VERY VERY CLEAN - QUIET ROOM
Zeer goed gelegen, mooie ruime kamers. Vriendelijk personeel.uitgebreid ontbijt
Room is great and location is fabulous. Paddy from the reception team was inredible
Gluten-free options at breakfast were very limited and people were using the dedicated gluten-free toaster for normal bread
Great room, soft bed and wonderful staff!
Location was very easy. Appreciated early check in after overnight flight.
Beautifully appointed and stylish. Great location. Excellent breakfast.
Nothing
This hotel is so central, it makes travelling around London extremely easy. Their breakfast is outstanding.
Breakfast was okay probably not 4 star and expensive but this is London of course. I did expect breakfast cooked to order instead of food warmed up waiting to be eaten.
Loud pop music blaring out in Reception.
Breakfast fantastic and location fantastic and direct access from Victoria station great touch
N/A
The staff were helpful and friendly, the hotel building was beautiful, great location for what we needed.
Location location location
Nil
Hotel was amazing they went above and beyond. Was our anniversary we asked for some glasses to drink our own champagne and whilst we were out they put an ice bucket champagne and two glasses. A lovely touch
Wasn’t set out very good. Doors opened wrong way kept catching and couldn’t open wardrobe without it banging against another door. We would stay again just would upgrade to a better room
Location, The Soak restaurant, the great staff
At 77 climbing into a 3 ft high tub while trying to avoid a heated towel rack wall. Very small room and bathroom. Going to a different building and different elevator was cumbersome.
Alles zo mooi en gastvrij en vriendelijk
Niks
It is immediately next to the train station which was ideal for getting around. It is so close to Buckingham palace and the museums I wanted to see. There is a lot within easy walking distance. I thoroughly enjoyed the hotel, the bed was exceptionally comfortable, the room suited my needs perfectly and was well decorated, the staff were very pleasant and happy to help with storing my luggage and offering assistance. The restaurant and hotel was beautiful and the hotel itself was very quiet. I would return without hesitation.
I can't think of anything.
Meravigliosa struttura , pulizia eccezionale , letti comodi , stanze silenziose, personale disponibile
Nulla
Einfach alles. Vom Empfang bis zur Verabschiedung hat alles wunderbar funktioniert. Wir durften unser Gepäck bereits vor dem Check-in unterstellen um unsere Sightseeing-Programm zu starten. Selbst nach dem Check-out konnten wir unser Gepäck noch bis zur tatsächlichen Rückreise unterstellen. Das Zimmer hatte eine wunderbare Größe und eine ruhige Lage nach hinten. Die Minibar war gut sortiert. Das Hotel ist zwar groß aber dennoch sehr familiär. Der Service ist hervorragend. Das Personal ist wirklich sehr hilfsbereit, nett und freundlich.
Staff were very welcoming and friendly, we got a complimentary upgrade which was great!
Nothing, we only stayed for one night but it was really lovely!
Great location. Lovely building and history.
On arrival our room wasn’t ready - three hours after check in. Reception fellow was rude despite us not having a room and also demanded ID (I’m UK national) which was never stated as a requirement saying he would cancel the booking if I didn’t have it. Escalated to management and they were apologetic but marred our short stay and no room meant nearly late/missed our evening engagement.
Amazing breakfast lovely atmosphere
Lovely Property, nice and grand Edwardian Victorian
bathroom size
The staff at the front desk and in the restaurant were both friendly and accommodating. Every interaction with the team was a pleasure, as they consistently went out of their way to provide warm, attentive, and helpful service that truly stood out during our stay.
Unfortunately, the condition of our room was disappointing, as the carpets were visibly dirty, dingy, and heavily stained. Additionally, despite requesting rooms near our family during booking, we were placed as far apart as possible—our family on the 6th floor and the other on the 2nd. To make matters worse, only one of the two elevators services the 6th floor. This led to incredibly long wait times to reach the lobby, forcing us to take the stairs most of the time. I hope you will look into these maintenance and logistics issues for future guests.
Breakfast was basic. Same everyday with one extra option daily
Great location and beautiful hotel, but I’m not sure the price reflects the overall experience. Buffet breakfast was basic, same everyday, with only one new option daily Carpets in our room were dirty 2 nd floor room view was horrible overlooking another roof top.Hated having to shower in the bath tub getting in and out of tub was not convenient or safe for children and seniors Had trouble regulating air conditioner Would not return
Location
Nothing
The room was very small as well as the toilet especially that we had a toddler with us.
Everything
Nothing
Location
Price and bathtub
The hotel is a beautiful building, with a stunning inside. Great location and direct access to the train station and buses.
The restaurant food tasted processed and not fresh, restaurant staff not attentive and didn't even reply when we said goodbye. Breakfast was good with a good selection, personally for me it was ruined as they didn't have real butter only flora spreadable, which I was very surprised with at a high end hotel.
Celebrated my wife’s birthday and the hotel pulled out all the stops. Had a bottle of Processo, cake and card in the room. Also gave my daughter a teddy bear on arrival she loved it!
Exactly as it always is in many regards. Efficient. No fuss. Neat and tidy.
Absolutely not the fault of thr hotel, but I had a terrible night's sleep due to VERY noisy roadworks on a junction outside the hotel, which went on until around 2.30 and possibly later. I was on the 6th floor, so goodness knows what it was like for those nearer!
Tout
Rien
The Clermont was a wonderful hotel. It was in a great location for sight seeing and shopping. The restaurant was amazing as well. Drinks and food were delicious! The room was very comfy and the air conditioning was great! Staff was helpful and friendly. I highly recommend this hotel and we will stay there again on our next trip to London!!
We have nothing to change.
Everything!
Kleine Kaffemaschine für Gratis-Kaffee am Zimmer. Gekühltes Wasser am Zimmer und kleine Snacks gratis am Zimmer.
Gebläse unter dem Fenster, das die ganze Nacht durch zu hören ist. Kaputte WC-Spülung für geringen Wasserverbrauch. Abgebrochene WC-Bürstenhalterung und daher auch keine WC-Bürste. Bezahlung on hold beim Check-in und am Tag vor der Abreise Nachricht, dass ein weiterer nicht unrelevanter Betrag zu bezahlen wäre, was sich nach langer, aufwändiger Nachfrage als Fehler des Hotels herausstellte 🤔
Das Haus, die Lage
Beauty, cleanliness, helpfulness of staff.
Nothing
Die unmittelbare Nähe zu einigen Sehenswürdigkeiten und der U-Bahn. Das Frühstück war reichhaltig und auch das Restaurant im Hotel ist zu empfehlen.
Von den beiden gebuchten Zimmer war ein Zimmer nicht ab 15.00 Uhr bezugsfertig und die Zimmer waren an mehreren Tagen bis um 17.30 Uhr noch nicht gemacht. Der Service beim Frühstück war an manchen Tagen verbesserungsfähig.
Location very central, easy access to trains & tube. The breakfast was great, staff helpful for early start.
Everything was great.
Beautiful and great location
Location and access to public transport
Servicing of rooms was a little too late in the day but still top class
Location was very close to the venue we were going to and everything was immaculate
Our room was quite far from the foyer but that is more the design of the building
Location, classic design, cleanliness, helpful staff
Nothing
Helpful staff, good amenities and great location.
It’s beautiful and very central.
For such a luxurious hotel, there was no personal touch. The warmth was lacking. I guess they were all too busy and just wanted to get through their day.
Love this hotel 3rd time we have stayed there.
Het ontbijt was niet schitterend
Clean, beautiful decor, loved the fresh flowers in the main lobby, the assistants with luggage, the staff was able and accommodating. Will stay here again in June 2027.
No cons.
The hotel was nicely presented and had comfortable furnishings and towels.
This hotel is in a very busy area next to Victoria Station and on a busy road. There are many drugged and homeless people wandering around the station and park opposite. We rang the bell for help with our luggage but no one arrived. We lugged our bags up the stairs and lay them on the portable luggage rack, then, on checking in, were told not to leave our luggage there and our room was not ready! It was 5:10pm! Our room had a dreadful smell and the drains in the bathroom smelled terrible. The bathroom sink was also blocked so believe some major plumbing work needs to be done.
Location & reception area - free mini bar & sweets were a nice surprise.
Not worth the cost. Bathroom very dated & rooms need modernising.
Det er veldig pent. Bra beliggenhet og trivelig personalet.
Vi fikk et rom i syvende etasje som var vanskelig å Komme seg til. Gardinene på rommet hadde flekker som så ut som mat.
Rart, nemt og venligt
🫶🏼
Location
Small room No outlet in bathroom for hair dryer
emplacement parfait, confort incroyable !
Location of hotel was perfect. Staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Facilities were clean to a very high standard. It had a fantastic feel about it and I would definitely go back.
Unfortunately the hotel bar was closed and we were hoping to have pre-theatre cocktails in there which was a real shame. Also, I think that the complimentary items in the room could have been a bit more in line with the price point. One small bottle of still water for two people to share (neither of us drink sparkling), and a packet of crisps/popcorn to share...a packet each would have been nice.
L'accoglienza dello staff Splendida Hall Camere confortevoli
Tutto ok
위치가 참 좋았어요 한인슈퍼 ms슈퍼 주변에 식당도 많 고 버킹엄궁 도보로 가능 합니다.
오래된 느낌이 들긴합니다 창문이 고정이라 안열립니다
Location, clean, friendly
Nothing
Everything was perfect
No dislikes
地理位置
Location, hotel staff was wonderfully helpful, the breakfast was delicious
Everything was wonderful
Amazing location, very convenient for exploring London and getting around.
Unfortunately, the stay was disappointing. It was very noisy at night, the sink was blocked, there was no coffee provided, and the TV didn’t work. The staff also weren’t particularly friendly or welcoming.
The foyer was lovely looking and the staff were helpful. The bed was comfortable
The room was small and nothing fancy for the price. The carpet was very stained. I was also charged for breakfast after stating multiple times at the property and over email that I did not want breakfast. Thankfully I was reimbursed after following up.
From start to finish the whole stay was just fabulous! From the moment you arrive you see and feel the wow factor. The building has so much character, the staff can’t do enough for you, the rooms are so spacious and well equipped with everything you could want and more. They have a way of making guests feel so special.
There is nothing not to like!
A localização não poderia ser melhor, bem como o fácil acesso à estação de metrô, trem e ônibus.
La proximité de la manifestation ou l’on devait se rendre.
Les photos ne reflètent pas tout à fait la réalité ( sombre, vieillissant) Pas de peignoir, ni chausson, ni coton, ni crème hydratante, coton tige… Un distributeur de savon et un shower cap!!!!
Todo
Nada malo
Everything, very clean and comfortable.
The gym doesn’t open till 7am.
I stayed in 2018 when it was the Grovenor Hotel and loved it then. Excellent upgrades made. Will return.
All good
Standard pokoju był wyśmienity. Obiekt jest piękny i świetnie skomunikowany z całym Londynem. Na pewno wrocimy
Deluxe King room, loads of space but the bathroom was a little cramped.
Late check-in time of 3pm is very awkward when your flight from Australia arrives in London at 6.30am!
Posizione, pulizia, camera, colazione
Mancanza del bidet
It was comfortable, clean and definitely worth the money. I would be coming back. The staff were very helpful and friendly as well
The location is excellent, and the rooms are spacious and clean. We returned after enjoying a previous visit a few months ago.
The hotel felt less welcoming and staff seemed less friendly than they were on our previous visit.
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Cleanliness
8.48/10Some reviews mentioned cleanliness was not up to 5-star standards.
Service
9.95/10Numerous compliments about attentive and friendly staff.
Location
9.99/10Highly praised for being conveniently located near major transport hubs.
Room Quality
9.44/10Rooms described as comfortable and well-maintained.
Amenities
9.47/10Good amenities mentioned, but lacking specific details in reviews.
Value for Money
8.93/10Generally considered good value for a hotel of this rating.
Food and Beverage
8.98/10Breakfast was mentioned positively, but with some room for improvement.
Overall Experience
9.95/10Overall experiences were very positive with guests wanting to return.