Hotel Babylon Season 1 Episode 6 Episode 6
- TV-MA
- February 23, 2006
- 51 min
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8.0 (52)
In episode 6 of Hotel Babylon season 1, viewers are introduced to a variety of different storylines and characters. The episode begins with the arrival of a group of wealthy Russians, whom the hotel staff must cater to in a very specific way. However, much of the episode revolves around the ongoing affair between Head of Reception Anna and Hotel Manager James.
While Anna and James try to keep their relationship secret, it becomes increasingly difficult as their coworkers begin to suspect that something is going on between them. One staff member, Ben, particularly disapproves of Anna's behavior and makes his feelings known. Meanwhile, Anna struggles with her loyalty to James and the guilt she feels for cheating on her boyfriend with him.
Another storyline in this episode follows the hotel's PR manager, Jessica, as she tries to handle a difficult situation involving a previously disgruntled guest. The guest, an author named Sheila, was unhappy with her previous stay at the hotel and wrote a scathing review online. However, when Jessica reaches out to her to try and make amends, she discovers that Sheila has her own ulterior motives for returning to the hotel.
The episode also features a subplot involving a bizarre request from one of the Russian guests, who asks for a live snake to be brought to his room. The hotel staff reluctantly complies, but are later horrified when they discover that the snake has escaped from its container and is loose in the hotel.
Throughout the episode, the viewer is given a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes workings of a luxury hotel and the sometimes surprising requests and demands of its guests. It also delves into the relationships between staff members and the consequences of their actions both on and off the job. Overall, episode 6 of Hotel Babylon season 1 is an entertaining and engaging look at the high-stakes world of the hospitality industry.