Hotel guests were left speechless after this expensive error: 'It's $500'
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What happens when a little indulgence goes terribly wrong?
A recent incident at one of New York’s most iconic hotels has left guests stunned and questioning their choices.
What started as an exciting experience quickly spiralled into an expensive mistake that no one saw coming.
Two friends, Amira Harvey and Jenna Sinatra, found themselves caught up in the thrill of staying at New York's iconic Plaza Hotel, known for its starring role in Home Alone 2.
Inspired by the infamous ice cream sundae scene in the holiday classic, the duo decided to order the extravagant treat for themselves.
The sundae, complete with 16 scoops of assorted ice cream and lavish toppings, turned out to be a costly indulgence, with a price tag of $500.
'Amira was so excited for the 16 flavour ice cream from the Home Alone movie,' Jenna said in the now-viral clip posted to social media.
In the video, the room service arrived with the massive dish of ice cream, and a surprised Jenna signed the bill.
'She said it was $100, it'll be fine when we split,' she explained, referring to Amira.
'That's what I thought,' Amira chimed in.
'It's $500,' Jenna revealed, her voice filled with shock.
While Jenna was familiar with the Home Alone 2 scene, Amira had never even seen the movie.
In the comment section, Jenna shared her thoughts on the dessert, saying it was 'good,' but 'no ice cream is worth $500,' while Amira added it wasn't the best ice cream she'd ever had.
The pricey treat featured 16 scoops of ice cream, whipped cream, maraschino cherries, M&Ms, brownie bits, chocolate, caramel, and raspberry sauce.
Unfortunately, the friends received only two flavours—chocolate and vanilla—which left them feeling disappointed.
Viewers of the clip couldn't help but react, with some expressing amusement and others disbelief at the steep price tag.
'So you're telling me that you paid $31.25 for just one scoop??? That's insane,' one person commented.
'Omg, it was only chocolate and vanilla!!?? That's robbery… I thought it was 16 flavors!' another viewer remarked.
'You know how much ice cream I can buy for $500?! That's like $10 right there,' one user quipped.
The extravagant sundae was not the only reason the Plaza Hotel became famous for its Home Alone 2 connection.
In the movie, Kevin McAllister, played by Macaulay Culkin, mistakenly ends up in New York while his family is in Florida for Christmas.
The Plaza Hotel remains a popular destination for fans of the film, even offering a Home Alone experience for those wanting to recreate Kevin's stay.
With its festive gold and red interiors, The Plaza feels like Christmas year-round, making it a top spot for visitors.
The hotel even offers the ‘Have Fun In New York’ package, which includes a limousine ride, a large cheese pizza, and, of course, the infamous 'Home Alone Sundae.'
Watch the full video below.
While the experience certainly left a bitter taste, it raises an interesting question—would you splurge on a luxury item like this? Or would you stick to something more practical? Let us know what you think in the comments below!
A recent incident at one of New York’s most iconic hotels has left guests stunned and questioning their choices.
What started as an exciting experience quickly spiralled into an expensive mistake that no one saw coming.
Two friends, Amira Harvey and Jenna Sinatra, found themselves caught up in the thrill of staying at New York's iconic Plaza Hotel, known for its starring role in Home Alone 2.
Inspired by the infamous ice cream sundae scene in the holiday classic, the duo decided to order the extravagant treat for themselves.
The sundae, complete with 16 scoops of assorted ice cream and lavish toppings, turned out to be a costly indulgence, with a price tag of $500.
'Amira was so excited for the 16 flavour ice cream from the Home Alone movie,' Jenna said in the now-viral clip posted to social media.
In the video, the room service arrived with the massive dish of ice cream, and a surprised Jenna signed the bill.
'She said it was $100, it'll be fine when we split,' she explained, referring to Amira.
'That's what I thought,' Amira chimed in.
'It's $500,' Jenna revealed, her voice filled with shock.
While Jenna was familiar with the Home Alone 2 scene, Amira had never even seen the movie.
In the comment section, Jenna shared her thoughts on the dessert, saying it was 'good,' but 'no ice cream is worth $500,' while Amira added it wasn't the best ice cream she'd ever had.
The pricey treat featured 16 scoops of ice cream, whipped cream, maraschino cherries, M&Ms, brownie bits, chocolate, caramel, and raspberry sauce.
Unfortunately, the friends received only two flavours—chocolate and vanilla—which left them feeling disappointed.
Viewers of the clip couldn't help but react, with some expressing amusement and others disbelief at the steep price tag.
'So you're telling me that you paid $31.25 for just one scoop??? That's insane,' one person commented.
'Omg, it was only chocolate and vanilla!!?? That's robbery… I thought it was 16 flavors!' another viewer remarked.
'You know how much ice cream I can buy for $500?! That's like $10 right there,' one user quipped.
The extravagant sundae was not the only reason the Plaza Hotel became famous for its Home Alone 2 connection.
In the movie, Kevin McAllister, played by Macaulay Culkin, mistakenly ends up in New York while his family is in Florida for Christmas.
The Plaza Hotel remains a popular destination for fans of the film, even offering a Home Alone experience for those wanting to recreate Kevin's stay.
With its festive gold and red interiors, The Plaza feels like Christmas year-round, making it a top spot for visitors.
The hotel even offers the ‘Have Fun In New York’ package, which includes a limousine ride, a large cheese pizza, and, of course, the infamous 'Home Alone Sundae.'
Watch the full video below.
While the experience certainly left a bitter taste, it raises an interesting question—would you splurge on a luxury item like this? Or would you stick to something more practical? Let us know what you think in the comments below!
