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Ezdan Hotel and Suites
Hi living in the Ezdan Hotel formally known as Bavaria City Suites well what can i say we have another frustrating day another power black out this has been the most frustrating place i have ever lived in if it isn't bad enough that we have no facilities which have been promised for months no internet in the rooms (we have to sit in the foyer so there is no privacy) if you are thinking about living here please think twice
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ifhamr said
I thought it was the best ...I thought it was the best place to stay in Doha..!! Since I have been doing some contracts with Ezdan. Hmmm... Interesting..:)
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kaz said
I don't think the people ...I don't think the people that live there would agree with you there are a lot of people complaining we have only just got a safe but in our room it has only taken them 4 months
Mrs. said
Think again about those contracts, ifhamr ...The services are lousy, the counstruction/finishing quality is lousy, water leakage in bathrooms, swimming pool abandoned & dirty, no restaurants, no kitchenets in some of the rooms, no one gives a damn from the maintenance/cleaning staff.
It seems that the owner doesn't want to pay for taking care of these things, that's why Bavaria left it. That's my assesment of the issue.
"Be strong but not arrogant
Be modest but not weak"
S.H
army001 said
Ezdan vs Bavaria ...I have two of my friends staying out there in Ezdan Hotel and suites formerly known as Bavaria City Suites and they seem to be quite happy and satisfied with the services there. I did visit the place recently as I am thinking of making a move in there and infact I found the place pretty good and with the pricing - the facilties seem to be great! Great location.. spacious rooms and superb view.
When I checked with my friends staying there(they have been staying there since the beginning) - they mentioned that during the Bavaria times - they had lots of problems and nothing at all was moving ahead and the service was very poor and none of the promises made by the management were being kept. However - with Bavaria going out and the new management of Thani bin Thani Holdings taking over with their brand name - EZDAN HOTEL AND SUITES - they have been experiencing a lot of positive difference with the car park being open, new gym, free internet at the lobby levels and many of the previous promises being delivered. I would assume that not all the problems would be fixed over night - but was glad to know from my friends that a lot of positive changes are happening and infact they mentioned that they get a regular update from the management on the progress and improvements planned and achieved - thats pretty neat! Another friend of mine is moving in next week and apparently most of the apparments seem to be sold out in the tower one and he could not get the view he wanted as there were hardly any appartments left. I happened to pass by the second tower that they are planning to open shortly and that turned out to be really a great one. Ofcourse some of the faults of the Doha construction quality can be visible in first tower - but hey - thats there every where. Even the new Ramada plaza thats recently opened - the construction quality is poor for a building of a 4 star or 5 star level hotel. Any ways - I did like the place and I found the staff at the reception and sales pretty good!
Yalla - if I get a good view - I am going to take the appartment - and I shall invite all of you to my appartment for a party ;-)- so wish me luck in getting a sea view !!!
AR
" Life is not a party we hoped for, but while we are here, we might as well dance! "
kaz said
Thank you for your reply i ...Thank you for your reply i am glad you agree i am back in the uk visiting at the moment but my husband is still there and he says this week has been the worse week ever with the power cut and now the internet not working for nearly a week that is our main way of keeping in contact with relatives and friends back in the uk we have complained very politley but that doesn't seem to get you anywhere when i get back we should meet up for a coffee
fach said
I have been living at the ...I have been living at the place and so far so good.. no real complaints.. yes, the pool isnt there yet, but I can at least see the progress on it from my window :)
gym is small but does the job
and to be honest, for this price... there arent many options in the Westbay/Dafna area
one issue that I have though is that the kithcen doesnt have any cabinets.. now thats strange.. but I dont cook that much, at least for now.. this might become a problem in the future
Does anyone know if these guys can install the cabinets - coz the sales guy said there are no kitchen cabinets in the 1-bed appts
jdylan said
This place is a total disaster ...[removed upon comment author's request by moderator]
kaz said
Ezan ...Thanks jdylan horrified by the photos i know its bad but well what can i say and the statement from Bavaria is discusting what about all thous tenants that signed leases we just can't just pack up and leave. Thank you Mr Gertz. We are hoping to get out of our contract too good luck. The safety is our main concern when we had a blackout recently we had to use the stairs which was no problem as we do not live to high up but it was pitch black where was the emergency lighting!!!! would the sprinkles work if there was a fire i hope so.
jdylan said
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Happyme said
Kitchen Cabinets ...Interesting that you speak of a kitchen without cabinets, as I have a studio apartment in Ezdan with a kitchen and included are a four burner stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, sink area and at least six cabinets. The classification for my place is EXECUTIVE STUDIO.
Perhaps your place has no 'kitchen'?
Anyways your comment is three months old and I hope by now you have it all sorted out.
All the best,
Happyme
aboucayenne said
rent ...how much are 1BR units with kitchen going for? Do they allow short-term (3-6 months) contracts?
Stay cool...
masha said
EZDAN today, April 2008 ...anybody can tell how is going with Ezdan today, lol? Is there wifi in the apartments? What about swimming pool, is it clean enough?
Best regards,
Masha
jdylan said
ezdan ...Yes, the pool is open, but no wifi in the roooms, just in the cafe in tower 3. internet in rooms, however. I have an issue with the pool not opening soon enough in the morning, nor staying open late enough, but I have told the management.
ajesh73 said
Ezdan Suite and Hotel Fitness Club ...Hi Guys,
Please visit Ezdan new Gym to know the difference from others in the town, they have the biggest range of Cardio machines in Town (14 Treadmills, 12 Cycles & 10 Ellipticals).
All the machines are with LCD monitor and from one of the most reputed brand in the world, PRECOR USA.
Great place and worth for the money you pay, people who complains forgets what they are paying.
Complain less and try to adjust in life and move forward.
There is a saying, "WITH YOUR MOUTH FULL DONT COMPLAIN ABOUT A FARMER"
Thanks and all the best
Ajesh73/-a-t-/yahoo.com
Ajesh73/-a-t-/yahoo.com
Mystica said
Try Le Grand Hotel ...It's new and fresh and luxury with resonable price Along Al Saad across Royal Plaza behind the Al Mouftah Centre. Tel. # +(974) 4340567 www.legrand.com.qa
My friends always recommend it to their visitors.
Cheers!
oabazeed said
Hi Kaz, My Company has ...Hi Kaz,
My Company has rented 200 rooms there for 6 years, and I went there to make some audits and to check it out (safety wise & Luxury Wise).
and I found out the the safety is not really populated in te buildings, and the worst is the finishing quality.
But the internet was fine.
Best regards.
Mystica said
oabazeed ...Are you from Bilfinger Company too?
oabazeed said
Mystica, No, i don't work ...Mystica, No, i don't work for Bilfinger, I'm in the oilfield business.
Are you in Bilfinger?
:D
Mystica said
oabazeed ...Nop! but our Logistics Company has dealt with them with different business and lots of their Staff lives at Ezdan hotel which they regret because they said they have better accomodation before. :D
oabazeed said
Same for our employees, the ...Same for our employees, the last accomodation was much better.
the-birdie said
Ezdan ... ...I dont know much about EZDAN,but I do know why BAVARIA pulled out from EZDAN. BAVARIA, a reputed name in Germany, did not like the way the Contractor violated the German standards stipulated for this Accommodation complex. Hence they wished their name should not be spoilt and they withdrew. Then the new name came : EZDAN..... bye
britexpat said
Someone recommended Ezdan to ...Someone recommended Ezdan to me. I am now worried. Can you please tell me where these are ? Are they in Westbay ?
Mystica said
britexpat ...People recommend it because it's cheap but if you want to live comfortable try something new which is well established, affordable and comfortable to live with like Le Grand Hotel at Al Sadd:D
mirivel said
EZDAN ...I'm moving to Doha this week. I will most probably be living at Ezdan apartments but there are so many mixed reviews from all of you. Can you tell me the latest on WiFi in the apartments? What about kitchens? Washer/Dryer?Does that depend on the type of apartment? Well, Internet is a big concern of mine? Any comments really appreciated! Or if you know of better options for an apartment for six months.thanks
Pappi said
what is the cost of living there? ...Hy guys, whats the cost of living in Ezdan towers?
thanks
mindcrime said
ok, what is the situation now? ...ok guys,
it's almost september now, how does it look in Ezdan now?
i'm moving in soon from abu dhabi,
appreciate any positve comments.
Torque said
I'm living in Tower 2 & have had NO problems, don't quite... .....understand the comments re the pool, its busy every day & as a 40m long pool is one of the biggest I've ever used. I do however realise this thread has been running for a lot longer than I've been living there!!
The gym is great, internet in the rooms works, car parks fine, no water leaks....
People looking at this thread, please understand that there are 4 towers, I cannot comment on anything other than where I live in T2.
No complaints, happy with service, staff good, don't quite understand why some have problems & some don't.
If you're seriously considering moving in, check the place out yourselves!!
Torque 8-)
heriadi said
Torque, Do you think it will ...Torque,
Do you think it will be fine for me, my pregnant wife and 5 years old daughter to stay there?
I will sign the contract early nextweek and I plan to move end of this month to tower 3.
hotandsticky said
EZDAN TRASH HOLE ...Visited Ezdan for the first time today and cannot believe what a dump it is. Top to bottom a complete skunkhole. Take a look at the finishing of the walls, tiles, cielings, cabinets, PLASTIC MOLD DOORS !?!?! Cmon please how can they be so cheap. Wreaks of cheapness throughout. You can tell they were just looking for the cheapest trimmings and workers to install it all. Paint drops everywhere. No attention to detail. Dont waste your time in this glorified rat house.
hotandsticky said
MAKES SENSE WHY BAVARIA PULLED OUT ...Read the post above why bavaria pulled out from the project. yes I agree would never want my name associated with these buildings. the standards of finishing is atrocious. Not that they selected the absolute worst materials but they truely were installed by inexperienced and no talent people. Must have picked them up for daily work from the industrial area. Really pathetic. The Ezdan name can now be associated with trash. Watch out for any other of their projects because they appear to have no regrets about cutting corners thats for sure.
mukunda said
Ezdan Towers and Hotel Suite ...Hey People
Beware you wont get the value for your money in Middle East for any apartment dwelling. However, Ezdan has some nice attractions too. The swimming pool is impressive olympic size and the Gym (though not sized for 2200 apartments it caters to) is fully equipped and state of the art USA made gym equipments. The trainer is Srilankan who always like to abstain from giving any training tips, probably he wants some tips to give back some tips. the pun intended. the service from the front desk is miserable. I live in 2 b/r suite. the entire building finishing is second class. the pantry is equipped with full cooking range, MW oven, Washing m/c. dish washer. The cutleries are almost nothing (Except spoon, fork and knife). Fridge is fine. shelves so so. There is no exhaust fan for pantry smoke to escape. So if you burn something, you have to live with the smell for so many days. There is not much views from any buildings or suites as the sorrounding glass facade is fully dirty and there is no scheduled cleaning. Also, the location is huge construction site. So only dirt view is possible. There are LCD televisions. But not much choice for channel tv's. No Iron box and stand provided. Only one small electronic safe in master b/r. Master B/R size is okay. No landary baskets. the cloth cub-boards are small sized and suitable only for a week or two stay. Public taxi not possible to get. Only limosine service as per hotel management arrangement which comes within 10 to 15 min from your order mostly. rates are exorbitant. Then who cares for the rates, when they could afford to stay at Ezdan towers. Located in the most poshest of areas in Doha, WEST BAY. The city center with so many cinemas, Carrefour, fast food joints is just 10 min walkable distance or QR 6 to 7 one way distance. Luxury shopping center 'SALAAM' is located near by. Ezdan towers is adjacent to Doha Olympic building and very near to DOHA villa compound. The approach to and from this building is awkward and totally mindless. The TV channels often is disturbed
The Finn said
I went to see Ezdan today, ...I went to see Ezdan today, tower 4.. Showroom seemed fine, poor finishing of course but Im not buying it for myself :D Is anyone here living in tower 4 and has the Executive suite? They didnt have a showroom for that and will convert standard suite to a executive one if I decide to rent it.
My other choice is Regency towers which is really nice, only thing that is missing is a place for sunbathing. Any experience of Regency towers, anyone?
Pieman said
My wife's company rented the ...My wife's company rented the whole of what they called tower 1 for the Asian games, as well as several other towers. This was regarded as the worst tower in Doha at the time.
There was even a rumor at one time that it would be demolished and rebuilt as there was so much wrong with it.
just eat another pie
honda-san said
Terrible, terrible place! ...Terrible, terrible place! The service is below zero! quality on the same level. not recommended for sure!
blosgirl said
Looks fine, slow service though ...The Hotel seems fine, slow though since Ive been contacting them for our expatriates' staffs' accommodation. So far we received no complaints from them except one time re their "wifi" thing. I believed their wifi is not yet stable but they are working on it already, I presume...
Nevertheless, the staffs from sales to the receptionist, they all are good and entertaining... :D
"To ignore the facts does not change the facts."
qatartico said
to The Finn.. i live in an ...to The Finn.. i live in an executive suite in tower 4, finishing is awful and all in all i think mukunda's description is quite accurate.. plus staff are rather dumb and management slow to respond to complaints.. my sense is that they are trying to improve without much success so far
not the best place in town but, lets face it, rent is more affordable compared to other more posh towers in west bay, so you get what you pay for (doha low standards that is)... and they have more than 90% occupancy at present, its not that bad after all..
the major plus for me: 10 minutes drive to work!!
**Sic dixit Zarathustra**
The Finn said
Thanks for the input, ...Thanks for the input, decided to rent 2br from Regency..
Tuna said
Ezdan Towers / Golden Spoon ...I think most people are just spoiled! Just look around you and open your eyes to the people that have nothing. Maybe your shower is not working or your door is not working. Just remember, plenty of people do not have the luxury's you have! Go for coffee or a walk and relax. Doha is new in its development and you know that. Maintenance crews are new at this and are probably stressed out to. Your yelling only makes you look bad and most likely gets you worse service! You had great patience in the past and its still there, take time to reboot and find yourself again. Oh and take that Golden spoon out of your pocket and remember you are in a different country now and you are probable looking for your pot of Gold and will move back when and if you find it!
No offence just speaking out!
britexpat said
Tuna.. ...You are correct that we should appreciate what we have and be mindful of those less fortunate..
However, the discussion here is about paying a lot of money for renting an apartmnent in Ezdan and not getting the service you were promised...
honda-san said
To Tuna, don't try to be ...To Tuna, don't try to be smart. Just try to pay a lot of money for apt (which is called "Luxurious") and get nothing!!! instead...This is what we are talking about in here.
carol2008 said
yes...honda-san... I wouldnt ...yes...honda-san... I wouldnt mind a lousy service and all the s*** we have to out up here...as long as we were not paying this very high rent AND they didnt promise arms and legs when they know it wont happen! It is the lack of honesty that bothers me the most.
Just be clear, up front and we will know what we are going to deal with.
aviduser said
Can someone tell me ...What the situation with the Gym is, how busy is it ? is it full of idiots, how much is it. What are the peak times how busy is it on a Friday, any help would be much appreciated.
Cheers