Okay, I’m not usually one to talk about time spent in the bathroom. However, I just have to make an exception for the über-luxe guest bathrooms at the St. Regis hotel in Beijing. Alright, I’m not actually just talking about the bathrooms, although the designer bath and body products, fresh flowers, and flat screen television in the mirror are certainly nice. What I’m really dying to tell you about is the toilet!
This is no ordinary toilet. In fact, I was told by the hotel staff that these toilets were specially made for the St. Regis, in order to provide a customized unit that would please both Japanese guests—already accustomed to their own magnificent multi-functioning toilets—and uninitiated Western guests. Enshrined in a room of marble walls, floors, counters, drawers, tub, and shower—this throne is indeed grand.
In a country not often known for pleasing toilets, this Toto gem is that much more luxurious. With a heated seat and a good view of the TV screen, the toilet boasts an entire side panel of controls that adjust the temperature, water pressure, and angle of rear and front facing bidets. When you’re finished there’s also a dryer for your bum. It’s all very eco-friendly if you think about it. And worry not—for any unpleasant smells that may arise, this toilet will save you face with its built-in deodorizer. For the final touch you are free to go and wash up, as the slow-closing lid seals the deal.
Nice! That's one impressive toilet.
Wow, that is so fancy! Sounds like a world-class hotel. I want to stay at a St Regis next time I travel!
The St. Regis is really nice. My husband and I stayed at one last year for our anniversary. I can tell from this post that the Beijing one is great too.