For my fiancé's birthday, I planned a small stay-cation at the Doubletree in Manchester, inspired by a fantastic previous stay in Portland. Normally, I don’t leave reviews, but this experience exceeded all expectations, prompting me to share.
We arrived an hour early for check-in, and after calling ahead, were welcomed to check in without any additional costs. At the front desk, Diana greeted us warmly and, upon learning it was my fiancé’s birthday, offered complimentary breakfast and executive lounge access—a delightful surprise.
Our room was immaculate, spacious, and inviting. After spending most of our day outside, we ended the night at the hotel bar, where we met J, the bartender. Coincidentally, it was also her birthday, which we discovered by asking about her “birthday crown”. After seeing my fiancé’s ID and realizing it was her birthday too, J made a sweet gesture by bringing out a similar birthday crown for her. She even took a few photos of us to commemorate the evening.
To top off the night, J surprised my fiancé with a small cake and candles, and the entire bar sang happy birthday. This thoughtful gesture made her day truly special, especially since we hadn’t celebrated traditionally. The staff’s exceptional hospitality made her birthday complete and ensured that Doubletree will be our go-to for future trips. HUGE, HUGE props to Diana and J for being wonderful and thoughtful individuals.