Savoy Hotel, A BILLIONAIRES Plaything !! (Reopening)

[@boopadin]

I can't imagine dedicating my life to being someone's butler then having an ego like that. What a bastard.

[@milian696]

The senior management here speak in such an abrasive manner to the juniors. It's such crass, rough behaviour. It matters. This kind of behaviour filters out into the whole hotel experience. The Claridges staff were much more pleasant to watch in their treatment of one another.

[@marimatsumoto372]

If I was a super rich and to choose a hotel, I would definitely choose “Claridge” The staff, interior decoration, the location, etc.

[@bonniebluebell5940]

@@marimatsumoto372 For the sheer grandeur and atmosphere of the place, I'd probably choose The Ritz; for the quiet "impeccable" service, Claridges, no doubt. The Savoy is another grand hotel with a long tradition of excellence to live up to...hope they got it "ALL" right in the end.

[@amysands8925]

Agree 100%.

[@monimoni305]

It's about elevated expectations. There's a difference in ordinary and exceptional.

[@ariannakhrystynakahnn9873]

I love the video of the Claridge‘s hotel, and if I had the money to stay, I would choose that over this one any day. The general manager at the Claridge is is so congenial and I really enjoy watching that video and I enjoy the decor much more. I watch the last 10 minutes of this to see if they have any type of success. I’ve been in charge of people working under me and you can get good work out of your people if you treat them with respect so they want to do a good job for you

[@angeleyes3386]

That’s the most effective way to lead a team.

[@fuferito]

For sure. I'm watching this after the Claridge's video, and I don't think I'm interested to see this to the end.

[@lizturner267]

I couldn’t agree more!

[@DreamsOfFrozen]

Too bad he left in 2015 after they changed ownership. Thomas Kochs was great. I'm curious to see an update on Claridge's now.

[@EthanBGamer1]

@@DreamsOfFrozenim pretty sure he moved to another more newer London luxury hotel I’ll edit this comment when i find out what hotel he’s at [Edit]: Google says “Since May 2017, Thomas Kochs has been Managing Director at the five-star Corinthia London”

[@nunyabitness1213]

I would never stay here knowing how they treat their staff

[@angelap32]

I was stressed out just watching this video woooweee

[@denisemahoney232]

Me too.

[@topquarkbln]

This almost maniacally perfection of service and "submission" to the guests especially to the "Prince" has been a mixed bag of things to put it politely. But I'm also very far from these people 😉🇬🇧👍

[@prettyptravels]

When that man put the cover over that stain on the carpet 😮 I said Claridges would never

[@gabrielaaguilar6832]

They’ll charge the carpet

[@amysands8925]

Yes not good. Just cover it up. Claridges definitely the better hotel in every way. Thoses old couple were just loverly.

[@noiamspartacus8965]

All staff should experience being a guest at the Savoy. Even if just for breakfast which should be an example of a pleasant experience. My family met up just for morning tea there years ago, the service and atmosphere was charming.

[@oliverhorn3983]

honestly, the working atmosphere portrayed behind the scenes and the way the "leaders" talk to their staff explains beautifully why hospitality has such a challenge finding staff ... from the pretentious head butler to the whistling chef ... interesting, some people still flock to places like this to have them on their resume ...

[@larrypicard8802]

Yeah the head butler needs to retire. The owner seems to be a bit over the top but I guess extreme wealth does that.

[@debbiehorn8263]

I don't think I'd want to work for the snobs .

[@chiphawkins42]

This

[@feynthefallen]

I couldn't agree more. That aggressive, abusive style is completely stuck in the 19th century. Completely unacceptable in a modern working environment. Watching that head butler go from back room tyrant to scuttling, scraping, bowing crab-like creature really put me off. So insincere. And the guests. So shallow. Not a person I would want to converse with for five minutes among them from what I've seen.

[@mairoo22]

The owner is so snobs and bossy around in public spaces and that's awful thing to see@@larrypicard8802

[@ajl8198]

I love seeing the behind the scenes workings of a luxury hotel. It really gives you an appreciation for alll the hard working people

[@3-y86]

mafia

[@aculligan56234]

You absolute stupid person. Your workout Ng for people who cannot make a shit but somebody has a towel to wipe his or her hole. Grow up. They don't give a shot for the staff. Qualified cooks earning less than the Minimum wage F off.

[@theresaann7388]

Yes but they don't get paid enough.

[@ajl8198]

@@theresaann7388 you are right

[@saradecapua3264]

It also shows the arrogance and inconsideration of some overly inflated egos of the wealthy.

[@patriciagonzalez6903]

It must be very stressful to work for such a high-end hotel.Employees are under a lot of pressure and demand. God bless them all for their hard work and efficiency.

[@MarioG02]

The head butler seems absolute nightmare to work for or to be around

[@briandelaney9710]

Horrible bitchy queen

[@kathleenkendalljacksgrandm6902]

It’s necessary.

[@rodejzone8848]

IF YOU WERE THE OWNER OF THE HOTEL WOULD YOU STILL FEEL THAT WAY REGARDING HIM????

[@docf4f]

small man.......

[@re7416]

​@@docf4f Even smaller 🐓...

[@SuperGman314]

After viewing this video, I’d much prefer the Clarige’s. Much more refined and pleasant.

[@vaslav030547]

Having just watched a series about the Mandarin Oriental. The Savoy looks really shabby in comparison. The Savoy staff were inexperienced and working under a fright driven regime. This showed very obviously and was quite uncomfortable. Unbelievable moments that stood out among many, were covering a stain on the carpet with a wrinkled offcut and gleefully thinking it wouldn't be noticed, and the fact that even a simple and respectful thing like wearing a poppy correctly was overlooked. No reception desk and no luggage in the hall means no beating heart to the hotel. Over all the impression was sadly one out of ten.

[@DeKat-84]

I totally agree with everything you wrote. After seeing this documentary, openly showing how they treat their staff, I would avoid the Savoy as though it were Ebola. It's absolutely appalling.

[@mairoo22]

I couldn't agree more. It made Savoy looks just like air B@B compared to The Mandarin Oriental

[@shivermetimbers89]

That carpet stain cover up was ludicrous! For the owner to have a wrinkled bit of rug and an ottoman on top in a walkway ridiculous!! Surely with all the expertise available it should have been cleaned ages before the King arrived

[@brucknerian9664]

What was the 1 for?

[@RetroRegan]

Exactly. And any other hotel would have had the carpet changed or at least properly cleaned. An absolute circus.

[@lapamful]

I infinitely appreciate and respect the hard working staff with all their skills and dedication than I do Talal. Talal just hit the jackpot and owns an oil well or two. Who cares. Those staff are best of British. They're the type of people who put Britain on the map.

[@nabeelrao9082]

General Manager: "How do you feel, I mean it's a genuine question" Doorman: " A bit uncomfortable" GM: "OK...well...we'll adress that"

[@aculligan56234]

He is being arrogant

[@sekanstar3243]

I thought I'm the only one noticed that 😂

[@nabeelrao9082]

@@sekanstar3243 🤣👌

[@LowellBDennyIII]

This is supposed to be a documentary. It feels like a mockumentary instead. I'd title it "Queens for a Day." The staff are a hoot!!!

[@anniereynolds6418]

He says he’s quite demanding and quite direct. Oh,he forgot to say that he’s quite rude too.

[@RetroRegan]

Exactly.

[@skippyoz3366]

Stephen Fry was a great pick for the first person. Truly English. A master of class and intellect. Love him

[@jamesrawlins735]

Stephen Fry is a national - no, INTERNATIONAL TREASURE. I would love to see him appear on Hot Ones (the show where guests answer questions while eating increasingly hot and spicy wings) because it's very illuminating, but I don't know if his health issues would permit.

[@tomgreene1843]

Splendid Jeeves!

[@ritathompson8107]

Steven Fry could have been smarter,maybe a haircut & new suit.

[@topquarkbln]

I say OK to the British spleens and the extravaganza bc you freaks are part of the diversity and not evil neither 🇬🇧🤣👍

[@DeKat-84]

I wonder if Stephen Fry has seen this documentary?! Specifically the parts about how the management treat the staff!

[@jayneberkley9742]

This guy knows his job, people pay a great amount for this service and should get it, anyone who has worked in the service industry, in any hotel knows the standards, from being yelled at by the chef’s , to the chamber maids ,the pressure is amazing, and reputations are on the line, to be the best , to experience a grand beautiful hotel.

[@Podgey25]

Yep. Just watch Downton. That's example of directing the service

[@lizachen5970]

Is anyone else obsessed with watching/listening to Oliver!!??.......Like warm butter!

[@beverlykorte8581]

Yes me 🧐

[@lizachen5970]

@@beverlykorte8581 I knew i couldn't be alone in this! LOL

[@ParisCouture]

Oliver was sheer delight. 💖

[@aculligan56234]

Arrogant prick to his under butler's

[@ccyoutube8793]

He’s hot! He can be my personal butler anytime 😏

[@hewearsitwell]

Havent quite managed to live up to this video, we where there a few weeks ago for a meeting, no doormen when we arrived or left, no front of house welcome when we tried to enquire on where to go. I visit the Dorchester, Claridges and Browns and the Connaught quite often and we are always welcomed by doormn and front of house staff every time we go there

[@jauipop]

I guess their level service dropped after Covid.

[@hewearsitwell]

@@jauipop I'd guess so, we where at the ritz for lunch around the same time and they seemed to be struggling with serving staff there too

[@edwardmcilwain2139]

The Dorchester was a little threadbare the last time I was there, but the staff are all wonderful, and the service impeccable. Still prefer the 41 for any lengthy stay. I think their Conservatory Suite is the finest hotel room in London, and the staff are almost telepathic in anticipating your needs.

[@joope11]

I stayed at the Savoy Hotel in 1987 with my parents. And it is a significant Landmark. It's a great Hotel, and now it's even better; it looks excellent and steeped with English traditions, and when you're staying there, you feel like an English prince.

[@davedfrench7309]

I was the first person to treat my staff with kindness and respect as head butler 😊 their people and need kindness your respected

[@BC1.2.3]

The rug over the stain on the carpet looks like something is being hidden.😮

[@susangreen2344]

I can appreciate the high standard of quality that is matched with hard work and effort in attaining such a feat. Similarly, at one time back in the 1980's, I worked for a wealthy family in Regents Park who lived in one of the white grand classic Doric column mansion villas which overlook the park. My role there was that of cook/ Housekeeper working nearly 24/7 with only one day off. Whenever parties at the house were held, the pressure was enormous to perfect everything down to the last detail. For instance, out would come the matching eiderdown quilt to match with the curtains and the carpet fibres in the one room had to be brushed exactly to an upright position with me on my hands and knees crawling around on the floor to achieve it. So it was a lot of work between us. And of course, the gold taps in the en suite needed brushing up to attain their bright sheen. A chauffeur and one other housemaid and myself made up the entire staff to work and manage the daily running of the place. The Mayfair laundry was always a key feature with folding items to be packed and sent off for cleaning each week. That was a job in itself! There were times, madam ( she was addressed by) would shout the place down if things weren't done to her satisfaction despite the tireless hours of toil and hard work. I am glad I did it when I did as it was an eye opener working in 'high society'! So when I look at this documentary, I feel a bit tense, feeling the enormous pressure that is put on the staff to try and please and accommodate such requirements and needs. They do well to take the criticism levelled at them, inorder to better themselves as part of the establishment they have become. They all deserve a medal....

[@joyslove3858]

Thanks for sharing your experience; very interesting. It is ridiculous that you were shouted at so that somebody can impress somebody else with the tiniest of details. Life is worth more than that. As I'm sure you know. Glad you're free🙏

[@bytchesagainstbullshyt3696]

That was a interesting, entertaining and educational comment, you have a way with words that left me feeling like I was there and felt the emotion, I grew up well off, certainly not like that but also was privileged to get to be an au pair for a Pro Golfer, it's certainly a different world with often unrealistic and unreasonable expectations but gives you a great foundation and insight into life

[@bytchesagainstbullshyt3696]

​@@joyslove3858 "glad you are free" 😂 they weren't a slave on a plantation working for Massa 😂😂😂😂😂 everyone has free will and they could have walked out the front door (or back if that was the slave entrance) 😂😂😂 you have a hard road ahead if you are this sensitive 😂😂😂😂

[@itsmeGeorgina]

How cool is this comment!!! So interesting, thank you 🙂

[@dogvip7688]

"Abso-bloody-lutly" and so do you! Compenstion payout for 'snotty brain damage' and 'high society' mental health traumas.

[@RWernsing]

The concierge lead guy is being so rude to the staff! That's no how you groom your team!

[@michaelcook4194]

Mean the head butler? Because I didn't see anything about the concierge.

[@DIVADUCHESSE]

​@@michaelcook4194 the old fag is friendly to one but just because he has a crush on him...

[@christinewhitfeld7939]

It is when you work at a top Establishment!

[@delki69]

You still get paid a dogs wage

[@emilyflotilla931]

Narcissists are notoriously CEO'S and managers. Results are all based on the bottom line. $$

[@artgirlparis]

If you read the energy of the head butler, you’ll be able to feel how much he actually hates his job, and sadly, himself too. I feel bad for him. I hope he finds self-appreciation and joy outside of being a servant to others. 😢

[@blutoblutarski2421]

You’re clueless

[@vivlangham1994]

That Head Butler needs an extensive course on 'How to treat people with respect'. He shouldn't be allowed to talk to people SO RUDELY!! Doesn't give The Savoy a very professional image.

[@jessicalouise7083]

All that stress & terror behind the scenes i couldn’t stay there with all that going on.

[@jessicalouise7083]

That Sean he is intolerably rude & inappropriate.

[@mjm290853]

Oh dear the head butlers rumpled shirt collar 😱😱

[@carolann5338]

I would like to see the kitchens where they cook and display gorgeous meals.....!!!!

[@cindz4618]

Agreed- it's a very important aspect for most people.

[@danielgoncalves9756]

I would never work for an employer and have them talk to me like that.

[@aculligan56234]

Same I'd hit him a box in the mouth arsehole he is.

[@Cannedtomatoforsauces]

He needs the job , like all of us peasants.

[@Weeflowerofscotland]

No I would walk out. No need to talk to anyone like that. You can keep things running well like a tight ship without the attitude

[@aculligan56234]

@@Weeflowerofscotland a good manager will be organised and will not lose it over trivial minor things. Problems ar not solved by bad tempers

[@GavinsMarineMom]

He would talk to me like that once and never again. I sure as hell wouldn't quit, either. I'd just give it back as good as I got it. 🤣😉

[@jolantaoczko8181]

Hugh Bonneville, lord Grantham himself narrates the story LOL. Perfect choice.

[@Robertaerdmane]

Šī pārspīlētā jūsmošana par cilvēkiem..kuriem ir vairāk naudas. Viņi skatās uz viņiem kā dieviem. Tas ir slimi !!! Nevajag pārspīlēt !!!!

[@rodejzone8848]

WHEN I SAW HOW THE STAFF ALLOWED TRASH TO SIT OUT IN THE HALLWAY AND THE PRINCE CAME RIGHT UP THE STAIRS AND HAD TO WALK RIGHT PASS IT I WAS DUMBFOUNDED.........DID YOU SEE THE LOOK ON THE PRINCES FACE AS HE NOTICED IT???

[@9Fish]

This had previously been pointed out to the General manager before the Princes arrival. Then on the walk about with the Prince he made out that he knew nothing about it !!!

[@TheFFFF3]

Just to prove a point that the old classic traditional gentry etiquette skills is what is missing nowadays in the casual modern era. Love the old butler he really put his heart and soul into it and so proud of his work. Unfortunately I don’t think many young people have a clue about the importance of the work. The young people may think ‘what’s big deal’ yes it’s big deal. People paying a lot of money, so they want to get the service, not only that this creates the job market

[@ritasessoms5635]

These videos make me so thankful I am a Christian!!

[@cjk6736]

I could never dedicate myself to being a servant to the most demanding people who could care less about you because you are not in their social class.

[@joyslove3858]

💯 - spoiled (or is it spoilt?) and entitled

[@BigBirdCEO]

This is why we have such a rivalry with the French. They introduced the class system here in the UK (Norman's) and the concept of snobbery, sneering down your nose at people just because you have wealth. They single handedly caused the French revolution, and the peasants revolt here, all because they couldn't help being snobby, so the normal people snapped! This is why, even around middle and upper class circles now, it is very frowned upon in British society to gloat about how much you have.

[@dollydan280]

If you have to please the paying public !! Then you have to understand the criteria or give another person the opportunity to know the importance of sevice and hospitality..

[@paigerosner8574]

I’m loving the young new butler! Lol! Carry the dead body of Carmen Miranda 😂

[@WhatsUpWithSheila]

I love the fact that the Royal Highness keeps his timezone from his home country even when he travels in other parts of the world....

[@aculligan56234]

And you think that's anaaaaazzing. Fuking time zones. Surely a pleb could understand that.

[@iainsanders4775]

Thinks he's Omar Sharif, but tragically short..

[@sophiachavez3377]

Actually, I think it is ridiculous to keep to one’s home country’s time zone. Traveling gives one the opportunity to learn the other countries’ cultures. Only those who feel inferior insist on maintaining their culture everywhere. The Queen of England adjusted herself to the locals’ cultures and standards. For all the money this man may have, he lacks the class of the Queen. True royalty is gracious and extremely courteous. They never insult others by acknowledging any lack of courtesy on their part. When Michelle Obama touched the Queen, the media made a big fuss. The Queen downplayed the faux pas. Of course, once again, the ignorant make mistakes. No other first lady ever put a foot wrong. All Obama did was display bad manners and ignorance which was probably expected. After all, Mahatma Gandhi arrived at the palace dressed in his usual Indian garb, displaying his social inferiority, his arrogance, his foolishness in not dressing for the English climate,etc. His lack of respect for others did not diminish them, but it definitely diminished him greatly. I’m sure he was laughed at and/or pitied behind palace doors.

[@ritathompson8107]

Flying first class?

[@thegougy]

​@@sophiachavez3377 there could be so many more reasons besides "the opportunity to learn the other countries’ cultures" And yes - I am having problem with those who blindly judge others just becouse they do things differently. And at the very same moment thinking they are "better" Laughable

[@stayglitteryqueen]

loved it, thank you!! cool insight into a great hotel's bts and how people who work there think and give their best. nothing but the best for their careers and lives!!

[@mitchg7809]

That butler needs to calm down. He should exercise patience when dealing with new employees & have more confidence in his returning staff. After being in service for 25 years I have learned that when I’m stressed everyone is stressed. That’s when things really start falling apart. I tell my team to know your job & keep smiling. If you’ve done your best work & still everything didn’t come off perfectly? Fuck it. Tomorrow’s another day. No job is worth developing an ulcer.

[@aculligan56234]

Well said Mitch. I did for 35i years and and I met both make and female arseholes like him

[@leeanthony3138]

As soon as they mentioned Elle McPhereson I was put off. She is known to be a snotty birch who does not talk to "the help". She communicates with them via an assistant.

[@drumclean9384]

I don't think she is relevant!

[@btsarmyforever3816]

What does it matter?? Idk who she is, but if she wants to communicate only through certain ppl, that's her wish. At the end of the day, she is signing the paychecks. Employers are not family or friends. Most rich ppl don't talk to maids directly. Their PA takes care of it all. Employer and Employee is not the same.

[@AnaR86x]

Nowhere as near as organised as claridges, the way they talk to there staff is vile

[@christinezafiris4777]

The head butler is a bully.. Most people will see through him and I am surprised management has put up with his appalling behaviour.

[@beth-rg8bm]

He's right...it looks like a shower curtain!

[@urbanviii5103]

I love the remark.

[@fayezentner619]

English people and their prints

[@edwardmcilwain2139]

Those printed fabrics are everywhere at the Dorchester, but their shower curtains are plain. LOL

[@beth-rg8bm]

@@edwardmcilwain2139 😁

[@Jack-hy1zq]

💯

[@Soda3000Pop]

You do not have to be gay to work at the Savoy, but being well connected is a prerequisite!❤

[@independentpuppy7520]

I like that Australian guy. I'd choose him for my butler.

[@abcdef53015]

Neal Wilson it’s New Zealand

[@ftw7026]

New Zealander not Australian

[@dollydan280]

Good things don’t happen easily .. you must stand the grind . I love the savoy ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@lindajustin9949]

The staff aren't paid enough to work at that hotel. This isn't a warm or intimate environment.

[@aislingmichaelaoneill1028]

Linda Justin They rarely are now at this level. Brown’s had a reputation for warm human relations at one time.

[@nadia1994ization]

Linda Justin well you are right i use to work at savoy as a waitress they treat you like a worthless property and actually there has been many many issues raised about the mistreatment and payment for employees, it is a very toxic environment

[@GulliversFlo]

@@nadia1994ization not surprised

[@GulliversFlo]

The bald head/lead butler clearly likes the look of Oliver

[@YoBoyMarcus]

I don't blame him.

[@Jack-hy1zq]

​@@YoBoyMarcus 😊

[@sleo6664]

Yikes for Oliver

[@Superstarshaker]

Yep, bent as a 9 bob note

[@albavenatores2358]

9:49 the butler shouldn't touch the guest .. it's ok to shake hands (if guest want) but not to touch the guest's back, shoulder..

[@Illisil]

I disagree, Stephen Fry is their "Blogger in Residence" he's more an employee than a guest. And if he is a guest, he's being greeted with a heartier welcome than the regular guests, because of his status in the hotel.

[@Podgey25]

I would have assumed British Luxury Hotels hire Butlers who have received full training from Silver Service / Butler Schools? Not just pick up someone and show them as they go along?😮

[@shanksnag9359]

The butler as seen towards the end won't cut it. Like it or not, a butler has to be a good servant & never question it outside of his own head.

[@Robertaerdmane]

Cilvēku vadītājs nedrīkst būt histērisks un nervozs ! Tas ir neprofesionāli un rada lieku stresu pārējiem. Es nekad neatstātu darbā to histērisko mazo vīru kurš visulaiku visus rāj un rausta. Viņam jāstrādā citur !

[@ThatLeeNoble]

Sacked everyone when they closed for refurbishment. Bet all the new staff are on zero hour contracts too. The rich always pay the least.

[@carolharkness5023]

lts a business, not a charity !

[@LisaMcCarthy-f7x]

It's a business, not a charity"!.. I can sum up in a nano second which side of the fence you're on.. If it wasn't for hard working staff.. Sweat, blood and tears.. You wouldn't have the luxury of experiencing such 'splendour' Staff that partake in such establishments are overlooked everyday and not appreciated.. And yes, the pay is shameful.. I don't have the time of day for ignorant individuals who are born into privilege without one empathic bone in their bodies for those far less fortunate.. Attitudes will never change.. Human nature will remain ugly and poisonous.. Thank God I can see through this vile veil of self superiority!!. Money doesn't make the world go round.. Love does!!.. And there needs to be a damn lot more of that in this world!!!.. Stick your fat wallets where the sun doesn't shine!!!!!

[@markjohnathanappleton8642]

Well said

[@LisaMcCarthy-f7x]

Thank you 👍

[@RetroRegan]

That is unfortunately how the rich stay rich. They don't give a toss about those who line their pockets for them.

[@bacuss2112]

I dig the tiny patch of hair on the front of the gay "Head" butler's head, .... HELLO FRISCO !!!

[@StanOwden]

I remember my first kiss on the river bank right in front of a Savoy. Somewhere around a midnight. Me and my ex had a good night out that time.

[@nzshareman]

Bet he was a nice fella

[@observer3359]

You homophobic kiwi lol

[@nzshareman]

Yep

[@stevenkincannon8688]

Is there not a single man on that hotel staff who knows how to knot a tie?

[@chnalvr]

Ollie is a cutie.

[@ParisCouture]

Most definitely 😍🤤😍

[@gerardjagroo]

The head butler obviously thinks so too 😂

[@francisssali2550]

The way the guy concealed the stain on carpet in the royal suit is over the top 🤣

[@sophiachavez3377]

It is suite , not suit.

[@francisssali2550]

@@sophiachavez3377 I'm glad u understood what I meant even with e missing🤝

[@Prettygirlcn5]

I became curious after watching James Corden’s “Take a Break” video 👀

[@josephxuereb4407]

I hate role playing in work, you make mistakes, laugh at eachother, but when you are working in real time, you are well prepared and the best of you comes out

[@greghill7759]

A new owner and 600 all-new staff given six weeks training and then expected to hit the ground running.... at The Savoy? What could possibly go wrong?

[@shara-la8629]

In a wise words of young Ollie : " Plenty of bull-sheet"

[@violetkirk4729]

I have been following the Savoy series on the tv. I think it is a great hotel and fascinating what happens behind the scenes. Does anyone else dislike the head butler Sean? I hate the way he treats his staff such arrogance instead of encouraging new staff he seems to take great delight in ripping them to pieces.

[@aculligan56234]

I did. I worked in 5 star. Hotels and am a hygenic too. If he speak to me in that tone I'd smack him one. Arrogant

[@darrenburns123]

Absolutely hate him. There is a way to be assertive, and that's not it. He is just a cunt, excuse the language. Terrible person.

[@MajPickles]

Me as a Paramedic barely being able to afford food and heating VS These rich folks that spend the equivalent to a year's wage in one weekend. Funny old world 😂

[@lorispain1]

Stephen Fry always looks like he slept in a hedge, love him though. Ollie wouldn't or sound out of place in Downton Abbey, classically handsome!

[@adarateranroldan]

😂

[@derickjude7188]

Very true, and you think Oliver is devine.

[@rachelw1076]

I think that might be my favourite thing about Stephen Fry - permenently disheveled and jovial 😄

[@eileenraman17]

They will have a tough act to follow as far as service is concerned Claradiges is a master at it ❤

[@9Fish]

Claridges is not that great either

[@abrielrobertsson4160]

Love how real and honest Ollie is. I can see why the head butler wants him to take lead (not sure if he did xD).

[@MaryKane-qv5vz]

Staff at these Hotels work so hard and I wonder if they are truly paid well enough for all the effort.

[@reohtz4878]

It would be interesting to know if Ollie is still working at the hotel.

[@europamacmillan9498]

RE Ohtz probably not

[@nadia1994ization]

RE Ohtz no he is not actually

[@ParisCouture]

@@nadia1994ization Would we happen to know where Ollie is these days? He was most delightfully funny and charming.

[@tonymunford5804]

No he’s back here in NZ

[@aculligan56234]

@@tonymunford5804 ha ha good for Ollie. He is too polite for these blundering idiots

[@Sarahh185]

the whistling head chef is lovely and just gently encouraging his staff to get the food out. the butler's 25 yrs of experience suggests he was trained 25 years ago and sadly hasn't changed. 3 years and 3 weeks to prepare and the rubbish the Prince had to pass was inexcusable, don't leave crap in a boardroom when 2 royal families are due to arrive. the Manager's curt "toast' to 'Savoy' could've been grander, and more welcoming. pay 220 MILLION, to have to walk past garbage that shouldn't be there on your first walk through. that's really shocking.

[@admiralbenbow5083]

Stephen Fry. WHY ???????????!

[@davidmiah1283]

Wait ! Out of your own private jumbo jet and onto a coach ?! Money can just never buy you class… 😂

[@9Fish]

He has his fleet of Vehicles following on all empty. Bentley, Mercedes and Mercedes Vans. Always insists on travelling on the coach

[@jamesnoonan7450]

That head butler is one massive bellend. A manager is meant to leaf and guide not berate and rule bye fear. Last time I checked the Savoy isnt the glass house.

[@michaelhoran407]

I would try the new refurbished Savoy because of the very personable owner Prince Alwalid of Kuwait and for the river suite Thames views. I hope it’s a huge success.

[@9Fish]

He is from Saudi Arabia not Kuwait

[@ronnelhamiel7921]

I like this guy very much. If we had more Mgr like him, we would have excellent service in all professions

[@gainlabs]

So rude that pint sized manager paying £6.50per hour and Fry turns up dressed like he slept in a Pub and just remembered he had an "engagement" no effort😅🎩

[@fabiamoon2827]

A lot of people didn't like the refurbishments.

[@deanedge5988]

What they have done to The Savoy is a crime against humanity. Its ghastly.

[@johnkean5848]

The Savoy is no longer a place l would call luxury. In the old days it certainly was and from the moment you entered you were made to feel very special whether you had just called in to have lunch or afternoon tea or a staying guest or theatre guest. When they finished the refurb ie a few years ago, 5 maybe, we called in to see how they'd improved it. It seems that the soul has been ripped out along with the rough-diamond staff (mainly Italian) who actually made the place feel extra special, warm and welcoming which was pretty alluring. Now its filled with disingenuous staff in cliched interiors (to reflect a new worldwide trend sorry disease in "luxury,") who make you feel you're in their way and too proud to ready the wash hand basins when you leave the cubicles. Perhaps because they're too busy judging you up and down to do the job they're paid (well) for. Perhaps l am just too old to accept the modern ways but l was always told it was a crime to make _anyone_ feel uncomfortable in any situation. I have the luxury of my memories to remind me what a joy and a treat it was to visit such a magical place but l am afraid that's all it will be a memory ... 😢

[@aculligan56234]

Hi John explain the new staff that you dislike. Not condemning anything. Interested in old school too.

[@aculligan56234]

Wash hand basin s? Do you mean they don't check them after a guest leaves

[@vaslav030547]

Hotel closed for three years and they take on staff a few weeks before opening! How crazy is that?

[@jinusrafezadeh2494]

Oh God those floors 😂

[@paulgerrard9227]

The Savoy staff look on edge, the gm is not confident and even said...oh god. Compare this to Claridges and they are poles apart.

[@Tidybitz]

Like at school and work, we hated the strictest teachers and bosses at the time, but later in life, you realise the strictest teachers and bosses were the best one's who taught you the most and then appreciated them, the butler is correct. Having working at the Savoy for a few years is a big credit on a CV. If you can't handle it, it's not for you and maybe an Asda or Tesco or a Travel Lodge is for you.

[@xr6lad]

No sorry. I hope you are not a manager then. There is a HUGE difference between being strict and expecting everyone to present themselves in accordance with the standards of the hotel, to being condescending, arrogant and putting people down. It appears you cannot separate the latter from the former. Please don’t manage people - in my 25 years I’ve seen managers sacked for that because they didn’t know the difference and moral hit rock bottom.

[@RetroRegan]

There's a huge difference between being strict and being rude. That butler is just downright rude.

[@Schacal6666]

The butlers and the other stuff are so friendly and humorous

[@lynda4661]

It’s a pity such a landmark is not owned by British people

[@ritathompson8107]

Agree

[@rachelw1076]

What hotels anywhere are owned by the public?

[@christophers796]

The Savoy Hotel in London is such a luxury hotel in London for the affluent millionaires and great familes in London need to help people in need all round the world 🌎

[@jslasher1]

Sean should work at The Ritz. He'd fit right in given his exacting standards. I'd rate the Savoy second only to The Ritz. From there it's the Dorchester, Claridges, Connaught, etc.

[@aculligan56234]

His attitude would not work at the Ritz but given today's paying Clients. He could get away with anything. That should answer Yiu correctly. They are all the same 'Hotels)))))

[@jslasher1]

I should add the Goring Hotel, recipient of a Royal Warrant. It was a favourite of HM Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother.

[@edwardmcilwain2139]

@@jslasher1 The Goring is nice!

[@jslasher1]

@@edwardmcilwain2139 Veddy, veddy nice.

[@crazytimes9989]

I love how they train their staff.

[@richardmckrell4899]

If the hotel was closed for refurbishment for 3 years why was the new staff not trained longer?

[@biker5662]

I wondered the same!

[@edwardmcilwain2139]

The owners probably would not want to pay employees any longer before opening and getting those Pounds coming in.

[@rachelw1076]

I asked myself the same question. You want perfection...but on a budget. And with none of your former experienced staff, because you fired them all!

[@Tridhos]

Disappointing, I thought the decor was very ordinary not at all what I would call sumptuous. I agree with the guest at the end who described it as looking like a pizza joint.

[@StellaAdler_]

A great head of a team, a leader, never disrespects his employees. These are adults, not children & they’re at The Savoy because of their talents. Do not make the mistake of using ur employees & treating them like trash. He should be FIRED. “I’m quite demanding” well, u shouldn’t have waited to train them on opening day!! That’s no leader. That’s no man. That’s a scared little boy. By the way, 6 weeks on site training who will prepare meals for the rich, is no where near enough. The Royal Suite wasn’t even ready. It’s ridiculous.

[@Illisil]

The head butler is like a fussy old woman! The classy English grandmother you never had!

[@trevorsteedman496]

He's Irish u balloon

[@wesssavorn9018]

I worked at the Four Seasons in Vancouver Bc Canada and know what service should be and in no way was the managment staff hard on the employees at this level of service you must be better than the hotel down the street . No matter who it is . ❤❤❤❤❤😊 they all did A Great Job !!👍👏😀

[@kobusvanstaden3747]

Sean is in love with Oliver, I think 😅

[@Equity1122]

That old pervert should be arrested, look what he does to that young guy starting at 19.07, he’s repulsive and should not get away with that

[@greatarabia8091]

So much fuss for a hotel. The fact that all these people are gathering for is just the luxury of the hotel itself makes them all look ridiculous. Luxury without purpose is just absurd. This is like going to a rolls Royce just to sit in it and not because you wanna get somewhere using it.

[@joyslove3858]

Great perspective ^^ thank you.

[@A3X1578]

JC the attitude of the head butler does not scream first class. I would hate to work with him. It's this kind of manager attitude that creates toxic environment and cultivates horrible managers.

[@steveconquest6684]

There is nothing wrong with wealth as long as it was obtained honourably. I do take exception to the fact, however, that so many of the "paying guests" appear to have lower sartorial standards than the local dustman. So many of these people are living proof that wealth cannot buy genuine class. It also proves that money cannot make a gentleman or a lady (Mr. Trumph for example). Cheers, Steve

[@rahilkhandker4080]

Steve Conquest what do you think of the guy at 15:00?

[@greeneyesv2]

totally right Steve. I respect the rich people who have earned their money. people like Alan Sugar, Gordon Ramsey etc etc. They've worked f**king hard to get where they are. People who are born into money or inherit it and treat people like dirt and have the manners of a cess pit can go boil their head slowly.

[@Illisil]

Americans as a race of people, from the President to the homeless have low sartorial standards. Unfortunately that slovenly culture is spreading worldwide. I lament this as an American citizen, myself.

[@steveconquest6684]

@@Illisil When I was a child no English people dressed like Americans, now everybody dresses like one. The whole world seems to be turning into a t-shirt culture.

[@Illisil]

@@steveconquest6684 I've noticed the same thing, I guess it's easier to dress like a homeless person than a respectable adult.