I Stay In A Premier Inn PLUS Room - Are They Worth Paying Extra?

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  • @WalkWithMeTim
    @WalkWithMeTim  2 роки тому +28

    I Try A Wetherspoons Hotel! 👉ua-cam.com/video/Khp1UZIv14E/v-deo.html

    • @RWL2012
      @RWL2012 Рік тому +1

      6:28 that would be a *_light_* :)

    • @chilledoutpaul
      @chilledoutpaul Рік тому +1

      well me and Jess like spending a week at british seaside resorts over the summer time, when we decide where to go then we will see if weatherspoons has a hotel there. Thank you Tim👍

    • @annehenser8408
      @annehenser8408 Рік тому +2

      ive stayed in some wetherspoons hotels, good value for money, especially during summer school holidays

  • @margaretmaskell9985
    @margaretmaskell9985 2 роки тому +530

    I think fridges in rooms are convenient and welcome. Milk,wine & beer etc can be stored in them. They are also useful for people who need to refrigerate medication.

    • @Classof92Kano
      @Classof92Kano 2 роки тому +26

      Agreed! The need for a fresh cold water

    • @TheNeilsolaris
      @TheNeilsolaris 2 роки тому +11

      As long as they are quiet. I've unplugged a few in the past!

    • @wheresjames2842
      @wheresjames2842 Рік тому +3

      When I was in Glasgow mine had a complimentary bottle of water inside. Maybe they ran out?

    • @paultasker7788
      @paultasker7788 Рік тому +3

      So long as they are the silent thermoelectric ones and not ones with a compressor switching on and off which wakes you up!

    • @paultasker7788
      @paultasker7788 Рік тому +4

      @@TheNeilsolaris I'm the same. They do thermoelectric ones which don't use a compressor which are silent. But some hotels have noisy compressor ones in which is very irritating if I forget ear plugs

  • @nelliemelba4967
    @nelliemelba4967 2 роки тому +164

    I think Premier Inn is pretty good. I like the standardisation knowing that the room should be clean, functional and comfortable, which is all I usually need. But it's nice to have a few extras. Thanks for checking out the upgraded rooms, Tim!

    • @WalkWithMeTim
      @WalkWithMeTim  2 роки тому +5

      you are welcome thanks for watching Nellie

    • @simpleman1224
      @simpleman1224 2 роки тому +3

      Yea so I used to work in hotels and ngl most of that room won’t get cleaned the bedding gets changed and that’s it ohh and the toilet paper also the cups and mugs in the room will be the same for everyone meaning everyone who has used those mugs haven’t been cleaned properly they are just washed in the sick with no chemicals and a quick rinse

    • @gillianrimmer7733
      @gillianrimmer7733 2 роки тому +1

      We use Premier Inn so 're time when visiting family around the country.
      We had to book a premier plus room just before Christmas because it was all that was available. It was nice, but TBH, I wouldn't book again if a standard room was available - we only want somewhere clean to sleep and have breakfast before leaving for the day - so, for me, the extra money isn't worth it.

    • @Cubeforc3
      @Cubeforc3 2 роки тому +1

      Premier Inn and the like are brilliant if you're disabled. You know the hotels will be accessible and the accessible rooms are usually spacious and easy to get around.

    • @Lewis1995
      @Lewis1995 Рік тому +1

      its the mcdonalds of hotels, always decent but never amazing but no matter which one you go to you are guaranteed it'll be pretty much the same

  • @matthewravenscroft1999
    @matthewravenscroft1999 2 роки тому +15

    The best thing about Premier Inn is how clean it is I’ve never been to an unclean premier inn before. I love the breakfast there as well.

    • @Northstander
      @Northstander 3 місяці тому +1

      Agree totally, the one featured here looked spotlessly clean, it isn't the cheapest hotel but I'm a firm believer of the saying "you get what you pay for". I've used them before, several times, have a booking already made for a city break early next year.

    • @goldsilvertravel
      @goldsilvertravel 3 місяці тому

      Yes, the range is very good.

  • @ekaterinatikhomirova7552
    @ekaterinatikhomirova7552 Рік тому +96

    ✨As someone who works at Premier Inn I wanted to give my professional opinion
    First, yes there should have been two bottles of water in that fridge… I don’t know why it wasn’t there and I’m so sorry for that
    On overall that room doesn’t reflect actual standard as this room is done wrong in so many ways, including the bed which is horrible and not up to brand standards
    Also the kettle in that room is wrong and there is another kettle used in that room that is bigger and better
    Plus, there are smaller pillows in that bag with extra pillows
    About chocolates - you can always go back to reception or catch a housekeeper and ask fo more chocolates and tees (even if you are not staying in plus room 😜)
    In general, you had every right to ask for your money back as I look at that room, the bed shocked me tbh. And as you come in the bedside lamps should have been turned on the pillows that should have been a lot more neat with light in the room turned off
    You were also given a wrong key card, there’s another one for plus rooms that is themed for those rooms
    And not all premier inns have the sign about illegal substances, it might be a thing in London, doesn’t say anything about the whole brand

    • @katem86
      @katem86 Рік тому +2

      Agreed

    • @peternelson6142
      @peternelson6142 Рік тому +2

      How would you go about getting a refund on a room not up to scratch?

    • @mehitabel6564
      @mehitabel6564 11 місяців тому

      @@peternelson6142 Premier Inn have a money back guarantee if you don't get a good night's sleep, and they are very good about refunds. I've had to claim twice due to wedding parties running noisily up and down the corridor in early hours of the morning. Usually I find the Premier Inn beds excellent and really comfortable. And the housekeeping is always very good.

    • @goldsilvertravel
      @goldsilvertravel 3 місяці тому

      Yes in my one I had a Nespresso machine, 2 waters and kettle with teabags as well as the chocolate.

    • @lewistillett206
      @lewistillett206 27 днів тому

      Why was the bed horrible?

  • @manupalace
    @manupalace 2 роки тому +8

    Had a premier plus room in Bournemouth (if you're ever staying try to get one of the sea view rooms, one of the best room views in Bournemouth)
    Main plus of the premier plus room was the fridge, there is complimentary water in it, and if you run out you just ask for more at reception. Basically unlimited.
    And was great to go to Tesco and get some cold drinks that I could then keep cold.
    WiFi was also useful

  • @MarleneSB
    @MarleneSB 2 роки тому +34

    That fridge would be marvellous, always bring a pint of two of real milk for real tea and end up having to keep it cool on the windowsill or in a sink of cold water for the morning. It'd probably be safe for overnight but I don't like taking tummy risks when I'm away from home. Thanks for the review Tim.

  • @bmarsenal
    @bmarsenal 2 роки тому +27

    The "Bedside table" at 4:26 is actually a laptop desk that you can use with the comfy chair so you can work with your feet up!

    • @WalkWithMeTim
      @WalkWithMeTim  2 роки тому +5

      thanks for the tip

    • @mehitabel6564
      @mehitabel6564 11 місяців тому

      Yep. I stay at Premier Inns roughly 2 nights per week for work, and that moveable bedside/laptop table is always extremely useful.

  • @brianl1397
    @brianl1397 2 роки тому +15

    The fridge is really useful especially in the summer when you need chilled drinks. It is something we look for.

  • @imogensmith2042
    @imogensmith2042 2 роки тому +6

    The dalek from the ceiling was exactly what you were talking about; it dispenses the fragrance.

  • @thepawtergeistakaemma4220
    @thepawtergeistakaemma4220 2 роки тому +6

    as they have a fridge in the room, then a nice touch would have been fresh milk for your tea and coffee

  • @LiftFan
    @LiftFan 2 роки тому +23

    I really do like a Premier Plus room, as I can pop down the shop and put my pepsi in the fridge to keep cool. After a night out a cold glass of water is so much nicer than the usual warm tap water too! They tend to put the Plus rooms on the higher up floors too for those of us who prefer a view, take away the £5/night for good wifi and it's definitely worth the money.

  • @timmycricket1330
    @timmycricket1330 2 роки тому +10

    These look really nice, they have taken out the bath and replaced it with a shower that's why the shower is roomy, also you need a fridge to keep items cool like milk or drinks so it's a great addition.

  • @davidklyne5134
    @davidklyne5134 2 роки тому +21

    Fridge and Aircon definitely a big improvement. Nice to have somewhere to keep bottle of water cool.Also if you are an insulin dependent diabetic good to have somewhere cool to store the insulin if you are staying more than a couple of days. Showers look good as well.

  • @RichCowell1980
    @RichCowell1980 2 роки тому +9

    I had two free bottles of water when I stayed in a Premier Plus room, and quite enjoyed it. I'll certainly stay in one again when I've got more time to kill at the hotel as they're more comfortable to work in and more relaxing generally... The fridge was a nice touch to chill a drink overnight and take out in the morning... Also if you take drinks up from the bar (as I do if I'm working in the room for a while) it's handy to keep them cool.

  • @Catherine04647
    @Catherine04647 2 роки тому +22

    I used to work for room service at the premier inn, it was actually alright!
    I remember the ladies I worked with used to always use the coffee machines in the morning and they are actually pretty good ! (Plus who doesn’t love a bit of chocolate!)

  • @Andy-eo3mq
    @Andy-eo3mq 2 роки тому +30

    Premier Inn used to be my go-to chain, but they've changed to a "dynamic pricing" model, and they're now very poor value for money. September 2021, me and some friends stayed at a Premier Inn at Cardiff, and my room was £59 a night, including breakfast, which I think is pretty good value. In October 2022, we went back to the same hotel, as it was well located for us, and the price had shot up to £93 a night. The original plan had been to stay in another Premier Inn in the Cotswolds on our journey home, but their branch at Chipping Norton cost a truly shocking £160 for a standard room!! We ended up getting a far, far nicer Mercure hotel which cost just £7 more than what I'd paid for a night in Cardiff! Until such time as Premier Inn lower their prices, I will be in no hurry to return. It's a shame really.

    • @hannahk1306
      @hannahk1306 2 роки тому +2

      I think this has always been the case - I needed to stay in Dover in August 2015 and it was about £80 per night (much more than when I'd stayed there a few months before). Hotels in general, like everything, have also shot up a lot in price recently. I think Premier Inn is still better value than say a Travelodge, but it's definitely worth shopping around for other options.

    • @Gandomgold2024
      @Gandomgold2024 2 роки тому

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    • @Springamatul
      @Springamatul Рік тому +1

      We stayed in a Premier Inn hotel about ten years ago and it was only £19 a night we paid online. It was a special offer I think even £29 was quite good. But I noticed that some branches are more expensive than other.

  • @electroid8119
    @electroid8119 2 роки тому +7

    I really like Premier Inn, I know what to expect and I know the shower will be piping hot and the bed acceptable. I travel around Europe for work and so many hotels are sub par to Premier Inn standards

  • @chrism-ow5uq
    @chrism-ow5uq Рік тому +1

    I Stayed in the Premier Plus room on Bournemouth Sea Front....i have to say i was impressed, we even had a Balcony.

  • @mpowellvlogs
    @mpowellvlogs 2 роки тому +7

    We stayed in a Premier Inn in Farringdon in London, I was well impressed with the room, the only thing we didn't have was the coffee machine. We had the family room, would definitely stay again. Totally agree about the bed sheets I was sweltering in the night, mind you it was August lol.... Great video Tim! 👍👍🙂

  • @MargaretUK
    @MargaretUK 2 роки тому +65

    I'd been wondering if the Plus rooms were worth the extra, to be honest I don't think I would pay that extra, I think their standard rooms are pretty good anyway. Thanks for showing us Tim, shame we couldn't see the sea view in the day time though, I would have liked to have seen that.

    • @OldUKAds
      @OldUKAds Рік тому +2

      I felt the same. Normal Premier Inn seems fine and I don't see the upgrade need. If I were staying for a few days the fridge would be good. This video is useful so I know for future.

    • @ekaterinatikhomirova7552
      @ekaterinatikhomirova7552 Рік тому

      Haha I work at Premier Inn and I don’t think those rooms are worth that much more than flex rooms. Get a flex room, just as good!

    • @mehitabel6564
      @mehitabel6564 11 місяців тому +1

      Staying at Premier Inns for work, I take advantage of the Premier Plus rooms when I can. In some of their hotels, the Premier Plus floor is also the quiet floor. As someone who has worked hard during the day, and absolutely knackered by the end of it, those little extras make a difference. Even the stool as somewhere to unpack your overnight bags. But then, my hotel expenses are paid for me. I always love the Nespresso machine.

  • @Rubbafingaz1
    @Rubbafingaz1 2 роки тому +47

    Very impressed with how clean everything is... it could be as it's all newly fitted as you pointed out but I would definitely pay an extra £20-30 to guarantee comfort and cleanliness. Great review as always Tim.

    • @WalkWithMeTim
      @WalkWithMeTim  2 роки тому

      yes I think if u fancy having a treat its worth it

    • @technov1deo
      @technov1deo 2 роки тому +6

      Cleanliness should be guaranteed anyway in my opinion

    • @Rubbafingaz1
      @Rubbafingaz1 2 роки тому +1

      @@technov1deo I agree, but Tim's posts often prove this not to be the case.

    • @Ningumpoop
      @Ningumpoop 2 роки тому +1

      @@WalkWithMeTimhi there! Check out the chessington hotel it’s worth it!

    • @johnd6487
      @johnd6487 2 роки тому +4

      To be honest, never had a problem with cleanliness in a Premier Inn.

  • @Random-KP
    @Random-KP 2 роки тому +13

    Brilliant as always, Tim. I love my Premier Inns as well, so I was considering the Plus one next year when I take my mini breaks. The shower was incredible 👌 And come on mate, the fridge in the room is perfect for keeping those beers cold 👍😁

  • @RDrone_mcr
    @RDrone_mcr 2 роки тому +10

    The air freshener thingy is made by Scent Air - they pump out a mist of fragrance. I use several of them and they're becoming more popular, not cheap though!

    • @handsoffmycactus2958
      @handsoffmycactus2958 Рік тому

      You can just buy plug ins or Glade or Air Wick fresh matic auto dispensers

  • @hannahk1306
    @hannahk1306 2 роки тому +58

    I think these rooms could be good for business travellers. The only thing that I haven't seen in standard Premier Inn rooms that I'd probably use is the fridge.
    Fridges are really useful, especially in the summer - you can use it to chill drinks or store food safely, especially if you're trying to save money on meals out. I also have meditation that is better chilled and usually resort to making a DIY fridge when I stay in hotels.
    I actually think all rooms should have one in!

    • @Blue.sk13s
      @Blue.sk13s 2 роки тому +4

      I agree but what I’m interested in is how do you make a DIY fridge?

    • @hd2000
      @hd2000 2 роки тому

      Business travelers will have expenses like meals out paid, fridges are more appreciated by the everyday leisure traveler who would like to save money

    • @hannahk1306
      @hannahk1306 2 роки тому +1

      @@Blue.sk13s I only need to keep eye drops cool, so I put them in a cup/glass/mug (whatever's provided in the room) and fill the container with cold water. Then I take a couple of squares of toilet roll, fold them and put on top of the container so that both ends are in the water and the middle is exposed.
      It's similar to how you keep milk cold when camping, except with a bucket and tea towel.
      I can't remember the exact science behind why it works, but it does!

    • @hannahk1306
      @hannahk1306 2 роки тому +2

      @@hd2000 I've stayed in hotels for work, sometimes you don't feel like eating out or have leftovers to keep cool or want to get lunch for the next day (which usually isn't expensable). You also might want to keep drinks cold on a hot day.
      I agree that it's more useful for leisure travellers, but still useful for everyone.

    • @MrRamsayKid
      @MrRamsayKid Рік тому

      @@Blue.sk13s cooler bag with ice packs.

  • @bear6845
    @bear6845 2 роки тому +3

    Hoorah, I'm not alone on the too thick pillow and duvets. I've been known to dump the pillow for a towel inside the pillow case, and just use the duvet cover.

  • @beckyhale8240
    @beckyhale8240 2 роки тому +2

    The only problem with the weston Super Mare Premier Inn is the parking, no free car park,so we been to the one in Lympsham very nice just outside weston. We have also stayed in a Premier plus room, and it was lovely having the extra bit's the fridge is the best thing. And yes you should have had some Complimentary water and bit's in the fridge. They're also changing their mattresses they normally have hypnos ones, but now they are all changing to Silent night ones.

  • @jkszgi2169
    @jkszgi2169 2 роки тому +7

    Your mini fridge should have 2 still and 2 sparkling water just to say! :)

  • @ed_zeus
    @ed_zeus Рік тому +13

    Tip for any hotel with the electric/room key thing. Any card from your wallet fits and works, so if it’s hot you can leave the air conditioning on and while you’re out of the room.

  • @Rosie-11-11
    @Rosie-11-11 2 роки тому +2

    I love Premiere Inn - the best beds ever! I'd say the extra money is worth it because the rooms look much bigger and the extras are worth it for me.

  • @crcomments8509
    @crcomments8509 2 роки тому +5

    The fridges are meant to come with two complimentary bottles of spring water, one still and one sparkling.

  • @jameshollyoak8230
    @jameshollyoak8230 2 роки тому +2

    Love premier inn ; I even brought the pillows and duvet , the beds are amazing; best nights sleep ever

  • @railenthusiast88
    @railenthusiast88 2 роки тому +16

    Fridges are quite useful for keeping costs down. If staying for a while you can pick up snacks that will keep for lunch or dinner meaning apart from breakfast you only have one paid meal out to pay for per day.

  • @thebard9786
    @thebard9786 2 роки тому +2

    I usually stop in Premier Inns when visiting my daughter down in Kent. I find them clean and always in good order for the few days I'm down there. Nice grub as well! Cheers for another informative vid to divulge myself in, Tim. 👍

  • @BLUEsurf63
    @BLUEsurf63 2 роки тому +3

    Well i'm impressed with that room, looked lovely, only stayed in a Premier Inn once, that was in Eastbourne, thought it was good value, the only negative was not being able to open the room window, i heard it was like that in all Premier Inns, i'm afraid i like a slightly open window and fresh air at night.

  • @reddeviluk
    @reddeviluk 2 роки тому +22

    I wish Premier Inn would do a loyalty scheme. I spend months a year in them and always a pain when you can't even get good internet without paying.

    • @WalkWithMeTim
      @WalkWithMeTim  2 роки тому +1

      me too they did used to do something like that

  • @julia2jules
    @julia2jules 2 роки тому +3

    I live two bus stops south of this premier inn. Good to know about the fridge as if I am away for a few days I can put my insulin in it, though I prefer a bath. I love their beds. If you know Weston-super-Mare then you would not be surprised to read the sign about substances.

  • @bobgorman9481
    @bobgorman9481 2 роки тому +1

    I used to travel alot for a living ,and have used Premier Inns since they started many years ago.
    The were always competivly priced, comfortable and spotless .

  • @emilia123zz
    @emilia123zz 2 роки тому +4

    I stayed in one of these rooms before I knew what they were, it was simply the only room available. but the room I had was significantly larger than this, almost have a completely separate living space. It felt totally worth the little more. If that was the room I received I wouldn’t a known the difference. I was staying at Earls Court London.

  • @xr6lad
    @xr6lad 2 роки тому +7

    Premier Inn room are not bad to start with. Good clean and same standard no matter where. I was given a Premier Plus room (free upgrade) at Heathrow T4. It was very nice. Fridge was specially appreciated to keep drinks and snacks cold. Sorry I’d take a fridge anyway over a coffee machine. And most would. If they have kids or babies or traveling by yourself. Apart from AC a fridge is probably the best addition to a room. And the Prem T4 had a Costa in the lobby so I could get a better coffee there anyway then I’d make.

    • @WalkWithMeTim
      @WalkWithMeTim  2 роки тому

      Yes don't see the point of the fridge

    • @robertnash1084
      @robertnash1084 2 роки тому

      @@WalkWithMeTim It keeps things cold 🙂I love when a hotel has a mini fridge, throw in that pre-dinner bottle of wine as a couple, or a few cold cans before you head out for the evening. Each to their own though. Great review.

    • @xr6lad
      @xr6lad 2 роки тому

      @@robertnash1084 100%. And even if going back to room you can keep some nice chocolate or a sandwich (you pick up) for an evening treat. Or a cold drink overnight. And also that coffee machine, it’s much nicer having fresh milk than some long life UDT. 100% find a fridge handier

  • @robertp.wainman4094
    @robertp.wainman4094 Рік тому +2

    Yay - couldn't stand the purple lighting. Totally agree about the pillows - same with Travelodge too, I believe they describe them as 'plump'!

  • @tanya2448
    @tanya2448 2 роки тому +5

    I like a mini fridge in a hotel. When we travelled through the UK, we never got one with a mini fridge which comes standard with hotels in Australia. We never thought to check and the reason you want a mini fridge, it is nice to have a cold drink during the night or if you bought some food during the day that's need to be in a fridge or in my case insulin that needs to be in a fridge so these Premier Inn PLUS Room would be my pick just because of the fridge.

    • @hannahk1306
      @hannahk1306 2 роки тому

      Yes, definitely a perk here in the UK. One tip if you need a fridge and the room doesn't have one is to ask at reception. Most hotels will have a fridge and sometimes a freezer that guests can use - they just ask you to have things labelled. It's obviously less convenient, because you have to ask at reception every time, but still useful to have.

  • @KellyIsShort
    @KellyIsShort Рік тому +1

    The premier plus room I had in Cardiff basically had it’s own living room attached. It was very nice, basically the size of 2 rooms. Also, you should’ve had some water in that fridge, we did.

  • @cg9616
    @cg9616 2 роки тому +1

    Love premier inn you get what you pay for and they are always clean, comfortable and quiet. Really good for short stays

  • @psrpippy
    @psrpippy 2 роки тому +3

    The thing on the wall is an automatic air freshener defuser.
    I love a Premier Inn. I was crew for British airways for 30 years and stayed in some of the best hotels around the world. A few years ago in an attempt to cut costs BA contracted Premier Inn to host us on our Heathrow night stops between trips. We were outraged at first but turns out the hotels were great and the food and drink was excellent value.

    • @lorddarlo6194
      @lorddarlo6194 Рік тому +1

      Yeah stayed at one Terminal 4 at LHR saw lots of BA Cabin Crew there was Terminal 4 I think as the front had a runway view.

  • @jkmac625
    @jkmac625 2 роки тому +21

    I've spent a lot of time in Premier Inn's over the last 2 years for work, all within about an 8-10 mile radius of each other, and would definitely choose them over other hotel chains when they are available. I can see how the fridge could be handy if staying for a number of nights, as you could buy fresh milk, fruit juice etc from a nearby supermarket but I can't say anything else in that PLUS room would make an difference to me, especially as I'm out at work all day. They seem to have removed that sofa/bed/lounger thing that's normally pushed up against the wall. Not sure what it's for other than a good place to unpack a suitcase and thrown clothes on etc.

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      @Gandomgold2024 2 роки тому

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  • @nataliesmith303
    @nataliesmith303 2 роки тому +6

    I have wondered what these are like when I’ve stayed in the newish PI at Great Yarmouth. There are some good points like the fridge, situated on the top floor and better toiletries. I spend so little time in the room I doubt for me it would be worth it. It’s a shame they didn’t do a super king bed but I suppose the room is a similar size to the normal rooms. Thanks for sharing and satisfying my curiosity 😊

  • @christinehodge3608
    @christinehodge3608 10 місяців тому +1

    Clean and fresh room,😊

  • @lukeink2640
    @lukeink2640 2 роки тому +2

    I stay in premier inn's all the time and I've never tried a plus room, but after watching this I really want to

  • @skywolfx76
    @skywolfx76 Рік тому +2

    I stayed in a premier plus room more than once. and I must say its worth while! I have the best night sleep I ever had in those rooms, nice soft beds, fresh pillows and sheets and just generally a clean atmosphere that just makes everything melt away. the staff I find are very helpful too!

    • @sodaratieng9507
      @sodaratieng9507 26 днів тому

      If you don’t mind, how much per night? Thanks

  • @philanthropist1241
    @philanthropist1241 2 роки тому +4

    Hi Tim, just spent a night at The Park Premier Inn in Harrogate. To be honest, the standard room we had was superb , apart from the coffee machine and fancy tea I dont see a lot of difference , oh, and the fridge of course. I have to add that the staff and meals ( meal deal) were excellent . My company had an account with Premier so I used them quite lot when I was working , now Im retired they are still my first choice for a short stay ,city break type of thing.

    • @WalkWithMeTim
      @WalkWithMeTim  2 роки тому +1

      yes mine too! its like coming home to a comfy bed

  • @lizlilliman3644
    @lizlilliman3644 2 роки тому +2

    May have to see if the usual one I book for when we goto hoys has the plus rooms. Love a good Premier Inn. Always a good night sleep and being a 15 min drive away makes a cool down for your mind after the show.
    Trying a normal b&b in June in Peterborough as its closer to the theatre.

  • @ukwolf86
    @ukwolf86 2 роки тому +1

    I stayed in a premium plus room at Cardiff and have to admit I was impressed with the extra features. Love the led strip lights in the room. Certainly will be paying that bit extra when I visit Edinburgh in 2023!

  • @Banglish123
    @Banglish123 2 роки тому +4

    Looked really good but they could have put a bath in to really up their game. Some of us cannot use showers for med reasons. Nice review as always.

  • @simonbradshaw3708
    @simonbradshaw3708 2 роки тому +4

    I've stayed at the Premier Inn at Kettering in the past pre-covid and the room was freezing as the heating didn't work properly. The new style upgrade rooms do look nice and I'd probably choose them over the standard rooms. I look forward to seeing your next video.

    • @jakubprzybyowicz3980
      @jakubprzybyowicz3980 Рік тому

      Interesting, I've been to one in Halifax a couple of weeks ago and it was freezing as well. Like seriously freaking cold.
      Otherwise very tidy and calm.

  • @michaelhorner2722
    @michaelhorner2722 2 роки тому +4

    Well done Tim, that was a super review of the Premier Inn plus room.

  • @comedyhunter
    @comedyhunter 2 роки тому +1

    Stopped in the plus rooms a couple of times, the fridge is very useful as you can get a pint of proper milk so you can have lots of cups of tea as I bring Yorkshire tea bags with me when I stop in hotels!

  • @CHRIS-xm1do
    @CHRIS-xm1do Рік тому

    Agree with you about the pillows all hotels seem to think we have elastic necks, but in saying that we are great fans of Premier Inn you can’t beat knowing what you’re getting.

  • @joehumberstone6151
    @joehumberstone6151 10 місяців тому +2

    Also you get there ultimate WiFi which is £5 a day so it kind of pays for itself nearly

  • @Charsiu
    @Charsiu 2 роки тому +1

    I always also pick premier inn if I can do. The beds are amazing.

  • @gem7042
    @gem7042 2 роки тому +3

    I've stayed in a Premier Inn Tim!!
    Last December 2021.
    I had a little adventure!
    Just moved into my new house that was unbearably cold as I moved in December & the Extraction Fans were just like holes in the walls ( I've since made adjustments & house feels abit better)
    But last December after a few weeks shivering with cold I packed a bag & booked into my nearest premier Inn for the first time.
    I was that cold the staff gave me an extra Duvet!
    First room I went too the heating wouldn't work so I got moved to another room.
    It was a standard room but it had an extra big sofa where I sat wrapped up in the extra Duvet & it had a stunning view of a big Christmas Tree outside!
    And you were right Tim, the soap dispensers were like what you get in a public toilet.
    But the Bathroom was nice & it had a bath & shower over.
    There was place to hang clothes in my room & a table & chair.
    Plus good sized TV.
    I didn't get the Expresso Coffee Maker obviously being a standard room (tho I'm not a fan of Expresso!)
    And I had no complementary Chocolate!
    For the first 3 or 4 nights were fine then the air conditioning when really cold I thought the staff had turned it down on purpose cos I was always asking them to turn it up to 28°c.
    But downstairs the Cafe & Bar was also freezing!
    And everyone was complaining about being cold!
    After a night of cold air blowing into my room I checked out early!
    I was going to stay over Christmas but changed my mind I came back to my cold house instead.
    At least I didn't have to pay to stay at home!
    The positives about the Premier Inn was as you say Tim the bed was extremely comfortable & the room was clean.
    But if I ever had to stay in a Premier Inn again I'd go in summer when it's naturally warmer.
    I can't say I was impressed but that was only one experience in one Premier Inn.
    The premium room you were in did look luxurious & I hope the Air Conditioning was more advanced that what I experienced!
    Hope you had a really good stay Tim
    And I'd like to wish you a Happy Birthday 🎂🎉🎊aswell.
    I don't know what day your Birthday is on but I know it's in December so have a lovely time on your special 🎉 day🎊❣️

    • @WalkWithMeTim
      @WalkWithMeTim  2 роки тому +1

      yes and the bed I think is the same so what's the point lol .. my birthday is nxt Monday but you have given enough bex

    • @gem7042
      @gem7042 2 роки тому +1

      @@WalkWithMeTim Happy Birthday for next Monday Tim!
      I'll be thinking about you & hoping your having a lovely day!🎉
      Yes I'm not sure for me it would be worthwhile paying extra for the premium room.
      But now that you've told me about it if I do ever need to stay I probably would have the premium room just to check it out😂

    • @julia2jules
      @julia2jules 2 роки тому +1

      I stayed in a premier inn during “the beast from the east” in Southampton and their heating was broken. Thankfully they had loads of portable oil filled plug in radiators on wheels so I was able to get the room warm

  • @HinosAcrescentamForça888
    @HinosAcrescentamForça888 2 роки тому +1

    . it could be as it's all newly fitted as you pointed out but I would definitely pay an extra £20-30 to guarantee comfort and cleanliness. Great review as always Tim.

  • @geojoanne1
    @geojoanne1 10 місяців тому +1

    I always take my own tea and coffe to a premier inn or travelodge, only because I have a brand I prefer. I also buy a small bottle of milk at the local supermarket before I arrive, so I would appreciate a fridge in the room as I often have to throw milk away and buy a new one if staying for a few days

  • @ange1098
    @ange1098 2 роки тому +2

    Two best things from a premier inn the bed and the breakfast 👍

    • @maida_vale
      @maida_vale 2 роки тому +1

      Same for me, but I may add that staff is usually very friendly, too... And maybe the 4th thing for me is they are easy to find and easy to book through their website

  • @benjya
    @benjya 2 роки тому +1

    Agree Premier Inn are always reliable - nothing fancy but clean, reasonable sized room for the price, great bed, decent TV (with HDMI socket below the TV to connect a laptop), cheap and decent WiFi...

  • @juliet7703
    @juliet7703 2 роки тому +3

    Hmm never stayed in PI ...there have been occasions when I needed to book a room but went with some good independents. I did wonder what the difference was with the plus and whether whether it was worth it. Thankyou Tim you have answered my question. If I want a little bit of luxury I ll go for the plus otherwise I could settle for the normal rooms.

  • @geebee6737
    @geebee6737 2 роки тому +2

    I always check that accommodation comes with a fridge , certain medications need refrigeration and okay in a cool box for the journey but need to go straight into the fridge on arrival. Great to see these hotels catering for everyone and listening to travellers request 👍

  • @Soundwave685
    @Soundwave685 Рік тому

    First Premier Plus experiencen today and I love it. The fridge is a godsend and the walk in shower is much better than the baths. I am converted, if I can get a decent price.

  • @endorfun22
    @endorfun22 2 роки тому +1

    In the room, loving the purple mood lighting.

  • @martinbobfrank
    @martinbobfrank 2 роки тому +4

    I travelled across the country for over a year, delivering five-day training sessions, and stayed in hotels paid for by work. I bought myself a mini fridge for just over £100, and it does improve your stay. You can have fresh milk in your tea (instead of powered), meats, salads and cold drinks. The alternative is powered milk, pot noodles things or expensive and timely visits to local restaurants or fast food outlets. It is a pain to carry in and out of the place though. There may also be a safety risk in taking your own mini fridge as it's not PAT tested by the hotel, but I never asked and just did it. I justified this to myself by thinking of all the guests taking their own laptops and devices. They plug them in to charge or use without the hotel PAT testing them.

  • @LawrenceTimme
    @LawrenceTimme 2 роки тому +2

    I like the premier Inns. Usually nice and clean and you know what your getting. Air BnB can be hit and miss.

  • @aceward5694
    @aceward5694 2 роки тому +1

    I've just stayed 3 nights at the Goodrington beach hotel in Paignton. Lovely clean warm room & friendly staff. My only complaint is the price, the £35 a night rooms are almost none existent now as opposed to a few years ago & I do think for the price, a couple of bottles of water should be standard.

  • @rjh1748
    @rjh1748 2 роки тому +3

    I believe you also get the upgraded Wi-Fi. Staying in a premier room in Feb in the Isle of Man so looking forward to see the difference for myself.

  • @marieryan2541
    @marieryan2541 2 роки тому +2

    Hi Tim. It's a lovely room. But I have never stayed in premier Inn or travel lodge. My sister always stay in premier Inn. I will get her to watch this one.

  • @oliverstemp9132
    @oliverstemp9132 2 роки тому +3

    I love this ‘add a fancy chair and it’s a completely different room class’ idea. I still would choose Premier Inn because the breakfast is a bit rubbish usually. But, a nice room overall.

  • @RushfanUK
    @RushfanUK 2 роки тому +6

    This step up in PI rooms would certainly make me more likely to choose them over a Holiday Inn Extra say, I do though like full-service hotels and in particular some of the rather quirky old coaching inns like The Bear at Woodstock, price is not always my first consideration either when booking a hotel.

  • @darranbeal5947
    @darranbeal5947 2 роки тому +2

    Mr Tim, I have stayed many times in The Premier Inn Bournemouth, opposite The Royal Bath Hotel which you reviewed a few months back. It is converted from a 1930s grand old art deco hotel. The premier plus rooms have balcony's overlooking the pier, and you can smoke on them as well. Regarding your question about the fridge, there are usually 2 bottles of water in them 1 still, 1 sparkling, and I usually stock mine up with wine from Tesco. P.S. I have just booked the Premier Inn Al Jaddaf in Dubai for 10 nights next August, and the price including breakfast is an incredible £47 per night.

    • @WalkWithMeTim
      @WalkWithMeTim  2 роки тому +1

      yes they are exactly the same as in the uk .. but have a swimming pool lol

  • @jaeleighxxx7829
    @jaeleighxxx7829 2 роки тому +2

    It does look nice, never stayed in one but I'd definitely think about it if it's ever an option. Ty for sharing your vid.

  • @galaxy98765
    @galaxy98765 Рік тому +2

    You were wondering what that thing is up on the wall in the hallway. I wonder if it could be a security camera, although it doesn't really look like one. I don't know.

  • @redcoatryan3079
    @redcoatryan3079 Рік тому +1

    The last time when I stayed at a Premier Inn in Cardiff they were having one of the floors done out, take it might have been starting on with the Premier Inn plus rooms. I have stayed at lots of Premier Inn myself, you know what you are getting and they a good for a night sleep. Cool room number, 3 2 1 open the door. 😀

  • @LoriCiani
    @LoriCiani 2 роки тому +1

    I have stayed at the Premier Inn on Newmarket Road in Cambridge and in Newmarket. Decent accommodation on both occasions at a decent price. Although the breakfast service was a little bit hit and miss.

  • @endorfun22
    @endorfun22 2 роки тому +1

    The glass of the light in the bathroom when tapped lucky wasn't hot and not burn't self.

  • @TheFrogfather1
    @TheFrogfather1 2 роки тому +3

    The reason I like Premier Inn when cycling is that they usually allow you to take the bike to your room. I'm pretty sure it's not policy, but if you ask where the cycle parking is, nine times out of ten they'll say 'just take it to the room'

  • @itsacarolbthing5221
    @itsacarolbthing5221 2 роки тому +1

    The fridge would be a great touch for me, as I always take a mug, teabags, sugar and milk with me. I agree that the pillows are always too thick. I do love Premier Inn. Basic and reliable, the beds are always great and the breakfasts are second to none.
    Check out Mercure Hotel showers!

  • @simondavey7787
    @simondavey7787 2 роки тому +3

    I am a huge Premier Inn fan, but would love to see you try lots of budget brands and cheap boutiques. Thanks for a great video.

  • @lovelyjubbly478
    @lovelyjubbly478 2 роки тому +2

    I always like my Premier Inns main reason being the bed and they provide a bath which I like.
    So glad you showed us the new rooms but I think I would decline not much better and no bath.

  • @flala2261
    @flala2261 2 роки тому +2

    I wish you could open a window a little in these hotels
    They can get so stuffy + dry with the compulsory aircon in each room

  • @thegringlemingler276
    @thegringlemingler276 2 роки тому +2

    I think the thing at 2:15 is a Wireless Access Point for the Wi-Fi

  • @our-days-are-short8254
    @our-days-are-short8254 2 роки тому +1

    that thing on the ceiling in the corridor, I think is the thing you could smell. It's an air freshener. We used them in care homes at one point. I might be wrong but i think it's one. They are anti bacterial.

  • @countertony
    @countertony Рік тому

    I've noticed some of the newer or refurbished Premier Inns have an HDMI socket so you can plug your laptop (or phone, if you have the right adaptors) in and watch your own streams or local videos, even in a standard room. I guess that's what the port to the right of the double socket at 3:02 is?

  • @davehanson7764
    @davehanson7764 2 роки тому +3

    I must admit Tim the beds are good in Premier Inn's , formerly the Premier Lodge the hotel chain was started by Scottish and Newcastle breweries , I stay in them quite a lot ( My favourite hotel chain is the Malmaison ) the Premier Inn on Dale Street in Manchester has floor to ceiling windows in some of the higher floor rooms .

    • @xr6lad
      @xr6lad 2 роки тому

      Weren’t they a merger of Travel Inn and Premier Lodge. One started by Whitbread the other by S&N? The merger occurred sometime in the early 2000’s? I know I always stayed at Travel Inn (probably bigger in the south).

  • @Lilyobrien.x
    @Lilyobrien.x 4 місяці тому

    Thank you for this video on behalf of my parents who have booked a night away at this very hotel, next Saturday for their wedding anniversary, staying in a premier plus room. They asked me for help planning it all, I told them I know someone who has stayed in a plus room (as I haven't, yet & they beat me to it) So, we all watched this video together, 2 nights in a row

  • @duncangrainge
    @duncangrainge 2 роки тому +1

    I upgrade all the time now. The fridge is great to keep real milk in and the odd beer and vino. I like to have my breakfast in bed so I have my own Alpen and fresh milk. I normally stay for a week min 3 weeks a month due to work so as much home comfort is needed.

  • @Curlyperm59
    @Curlyperm59 Рік тому

    I love the beds in Premier Inn and I have only stayed in one in Yorkshire. And the showers ooh lovely xxx

  • @barrelroll415
    @barrelroll415 2 роки тому +2

    Premier Inns are my favourite hotels of all time. They have a certain vibe to them which other hotels dont have

  • @luciehanks
    @luciehanks Рік тому

    Love a premier inn! Find the beds so comfy and the purple light really soothing

  • @darrent1418
    @darrent1418 2 роки тому

    the round thing on the wall is a fragrance defuse unit some also double as an air steriliser/odour eliminator

  • @gezzarandom
    @gezzarandom 2 роки тому +1

    I stayed in one and enjoyed it. No negatives.

  • @TheFoxyb
    @TheFoxyb 2 роки тому +5

    We normally stay at Premier Inn and are happy with the standard room. Maybe for a treat and more than one night I might splurge. With you on the comfy beds but also the warm duvets, had to chuck it off last time 🤣 Good to see what you do get for your money, thank you 😊

    • @WalkWithMeTim
      @WalkWithMeTim  2 роки тому +2

      lol you are welcome , I dont think I will pay extra gain I found bed just the same a new premier inn

  • @dianeprice5798
    @dianeprice5798 2 роки тому +2

    Good vlog Tim,premier Inn have always been good to stay in ,they are clean and tidy and not expensive that what I like about them,but I also like holiday Inn, as for paying extra money for upper class premier Inn I would because some hotel you go to and pay more money and they are offen not great,plus it's great to have a hotel that people can afford and especially when it's clean and friendly,