Grand Hotel Mania: Hotel games

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"Grand Hotel Mania: Hotel Games" is a simulation game with a good story and phenomena gameplay, but it can be quite grinding and filled with ads. The game features wonderful graphics and is full of hilarious moments, although it does have some bugs. As a hotel game, it combines hotel dash and time management elements with tycoon features for an engaging experience.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Grand Hotel Mania: Hotel games screenshot

68%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

graphics213 positive mentions

monetization679 negative mentions

The game is fun and addictive, with great graphics and engaging gameplay.
Players can progress without spending real money by replaying earlier levels to earn gems and coins.
The game offers a variety of challenges and tasks that keep it interesting.

Levels become increasingly difficult, often requiring boosters that can only be obtained through in-app purchases.
Players frequently experience issues with the game freezing or crashing, leading to lost progress and frustration.
The game has a tendency to trick players into spending gems on accidental clicks, particularly with the 'second chance' prompt.

monetization
794 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
8%
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The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the increasing frequency of forced ads and the removal of options to earn gems through watching ads after making in-app purchases. While some users appreciate the ability to watch ads for rewards, others feel that the game has become a cash grab, requiring significant spending to progress, especially in later levels. Overall, the balance between ads and gameplay has led to dissatisfaction, with many players feeling that the game prioritizes monetization over user experience.
- “Amazing no ads unless you choose to watch one and I have lots of fun with challenging obstacles.”
- “I watch them if I want to double the money or get some jewels but other than that no ads at all, which has made this game great for me.”
- “No ads, unless you're trying to speed the time up for a purchase you make with the coins you earn per game + the gems.”
- “It would have been a decent game to pass time if not for the unskippable ads that plague you at every turn and the pricing that sets a $$$$ price for a 2-minute game.”
- “The game currently does have a lot of ads but given that it is free to play, one shouldn't really be complaining.”
- “I used to love this game but now it's getting boring, the 2 jewels which were free every day have now gone to 1 with a lot more ads, very hard to clear levels so might uninstall the game and look for another similar one.”
graphics
263 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
81%
18%
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising their quality, cuteness, and vibrant aesthetics, describing them as "amazing," "fantastic," and "cute." However, some users report significant issues, such as freezing screens, missing graphics, and glitches that detract from the overall experience. While the visuals are generally well-received, concerns about gameplay mechanics and monetization strategies overshadow the positive feedback on graphics.
- “The graphics are great, there are ways besides spending money to earn points and lives and you don't have too many ads!”
- “The graphics are superb, and I really like the game, but it soon becomes unenjoyable due to the impossibility in completing levels.”
- “This game is really addictive, awesome graphics and things are like real... it really invites users to come back to the game again.”
- “The graphics have major issues right now.”
- “Screen still freezes once the game loads, missing graphics on screen, loss of life and boosters in the middle of gameplay as everything starts flickering endlessly.”
- “Graphic is not smooth and has bad quality.”
stability
117 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
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93%
The stability of the game has been widely criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes, glitches, and crashes, particularly following the latest update. Many players express frustration over losing progress and rewards due to these issues, while a few note that they have experienced no problems at all. Overall, the game's stability appears to be a significant concern, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the gameplay.
- “It runs smoothly; no glitches, no annoying ads pop up.”
- “On the third hotel and so far no glitches to report.”
- “Great game, no glitches and fun.”
- “Since the last update, I've dealt with nothing but glitches.”
- “Screen still freezes once the game loads, missing graphics, loss of life and boosters in the middle of gameplay as everything starts flickering endlessly.”
- “This game has a lot of glitches; it freezes and shuts off. I used to enjoy playing this game, but it just frustrates me now.”
gameplay
91 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
51%
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The gameplay of the game is generally described as enjoyable and engaging, with good graphics and mechanics that keep players entertained. However, many users express frustration with the game's pay-to-play model, steep difficulty spikes, and technical issues such as freezing and bugs that disrupt the experience. While some players appreciate the challenge and find the gameplay addictive, others feel that the need for in-game purchases detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- “I really enjoy the gameplay.”
- “Great graphics, smooth gameplay, and challenging (but not too much!) only critique I have is it takes ages in the infinite levels to get a significant amount of diamonds.”
- “Exceptional gameplay - very good game to boost up time management skills.”
- “Screen still freezes once the game loads, missing graphics on screen, loss of life and boosters in the middle of gameplay as everything starts flickering endlessly.”
- “But, there always seems to be an issue or bug that disrupts my gameplay, steals my gems, or causes me to lose a level.”
- “The gameplay is simple but the first level after level 40 becomes impossible to win without boosts.”
story
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
75%
8%
The game's story aspect is generally viewed as lacking depth, with many players noting that it feels more like a series of missions than a cohesive narrative. While some appreciate the cute background story and engaging challenges, others find the plot minimal and uninteresting, leading to a sense of predictability and frustration. Overall, players express a desire for a more substantial storyline to enhance their gaming experience.
- “This game has a fun background story and is challenging.”
- “Puzzle game with a unique storyline.”
- “Really good graphics and storyline.”
- “There's no substantial plot either, so there isn't much to stay invested in at all.”
- “The story isn't interesting (there isn't one), but it's relaxing.”
- “The game is wonderful, absolutely wonderful, nothing wrong in it... but I would like there to be some kind of story too, you know, not just gameplay, like some kind of story to make it a little more interesting.”
humor
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
92%
8%
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with many players finding it genuinely funny and enjoyable, particularly in the character interactions and gameplay dynamics. However, some users express frustration with misleading elements and achievements that seem unattainable, detracting from the overall comedic experience. Despite these issues, the game's fast-paced nature and engaging graphics contribute to its humorous appeal, making it a fun choice for many players.
- “The game is very funny and addictive.”
- “Its intense, funny as all get out, has me laughing each time I play.”
- “Love the characters and guests are funny.”
- “Not funny at all!”
- “Not funny; most of the levels you have to repeat many times, and I didn't finish. 😔😔😔”
music
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
55%
15%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the relaxing and enjoyable tunes, others find the music repetitive and annoying, often having to repeatedly turn it off despite their settings. Additionally, there are complaints about audio glitches, such as music playing when it should be off, and a lack of sound effects when the music is disabled. Overall, while the music can enhance the experience for some, it detracts from gameplay for others due to technical issues and personal preferences.
- “I love the music and happy faces once the level is complete.”
- “Fun and enjoyable, nice relaxing music.”
- “The music is nice, relaxing and chill.”
- “The levels in the music-themed hotel are incredibly long and boring.”
- “Sometimes the music/sound comes on even though it's switched off.”
- “Great game, I just don't like that I have to keep turning the music off as well as the sound when I have already chosen for it to be turned off upon opening the game in the first place.”
grinding
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game excessively tedious and frustrating, particularly for free-to-play users who struggle to earn necessary gems and upgrades. The need to grind for resources, coupled with frequent pop-ups that can lead to accidental premium currency spending, detracts from the overall enjoyment and progression, making the experience feel unfair and overly reliant on in-game purchases. Many users express disappointment as the game shifts from fun to a grind-heavy experience that hampers their ability to advance.
- “Very grindy and there are many pop-up windows where you can accidentally spend premium currency.”
- “Getting a bit tedious grinding for gems too - you need upgrades to be able to pass a certain level, and need gems to buy upgrades, but gems are only awarded when you're passing the levels... or you can pay for them.”
- “You are barely 1 hour into it before you realize grinding doesn't get you anywhere.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users have mixed feelings about the game's optimization; while some report smooth performance without glitches or ads, others express disappointment due to resolution issues and difficulties with in-game purchases.
- “It runs smoothly; no glitches, no annoying ads pop up.”
- “It runs smoothly; no annoying ads.”
- “The game itself is great but I'm disappointed with the performance of the app.”
- “My screen is in a different resolution than optimized for.”
- “I purchased a deal for $3.79 and didn't receive my items, and what a performance trying to get it back!”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While the gameplay, character designs, and aesthetics are praised, there is a notable desire for deeper character development, including more vocal elements and a broader range of guest characters to enhance the experience.
- “I love the gameplay, the character designs, and the aesthetics!”
- “It needs a little more character development; complaints could have a vocal element like the sound of grumbling, and of course a few more guests like the starlet, the tart, and the celeb with paparazzi.”
- “It needs a little more character development.”
- “Complaints could have a vocal element like the sound of grumbling.”
- “It could use a few more guests, like the starlet, the tart, and the celeb with paparazzi.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game emotionally engaging, as the fast-paced gameplay creates a sense of urgency that heightens the emotional stakes, particularly when striving for rewards. The experience evokes feelings of excitement and anticipation, making the emotional investment feel worthwhile.
- “That game is the fastest game I've ever seen in my life, and it makes you emotional for the rewards.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game's replayability somewhat limited, as many have completed all levels in the available hotels and are now waiting for new content. While some suggest that watching videos for diamonds could enhance the experience, the primary method for free players to progress involves repetitive grinding in the first hotel.
- “The game offers a great deal of replayability, especially with the different strategies you can employ to progress through the levels.”
- “I love how each playthrough can feel different based on the choices you make and the paths you take.”
- “Completing all levels in multiple hotels keeps the game fresh and exciting, and I'm looking forward to new content.”
- “I completed all levels in 8 hotels without spending any money. It's a nice game, but I'm now just waiting for new hotels to be added. The only way to progress as a free player is to grind the first hotel for fast feet and gems.”
- “After finishing the game, I found myself with nothing left to do. The lack of new content really diminishes the replayability.”
- “Once you've completed the levels, there's little incentive to return. The game feels repetitive and lacks fresh challenges.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere and graphics are positively noted, contributing to an engaging experience, although some players have chosen to uninstall it for unspecified reasons.