bustamelon
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The design of the new isn't bad, but I find the lighting to be way too cold and sterile, like a corporate cube farm. Someone tell them you can get warmer temperature light bulbs now. Also, serious question: when they did the refurb 6 years ago or whenever it was, was that just the great house/lobby? Did they not change the guest rooms at that time?
Also also, the original room, although dated, was much more authentic to the real Polynesian bungalow look. I had the good fortune of honeymooning in French Polynesia way back when (2001, not the 70s mind you), and the wood was dark, the walls thatched, very rustic feel while being super luxurious, and it didn't scream 70s at all. It was gorgeous. Hate to see them get away from that, but, oh well. Change is good, and I can't afford to stay there anyway!
Also also, the original room, although dated, was much more authentic to the real Polynesian bungalow look. I had the good fortune of honeymooning in French Polynesia way back when (2001, not the 70s mind you), and the wood was dark, the walls thatched, very rustic feel while being super luxurious, and it didn't scream 70s at all. It was gorgeous. Hate to see them get away from that, but, oh well. Change is good, and I can't afford to stay there anyway!
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