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Bikini Hotel
Samantha Vance inherits the Tiki Hotel when her father dies. She decides to fix it up but has problems drumming up business. Her friends throw a party at the hotel and an idea is born to make it the "Bikini Hotel" with all of the staff members wearing bikinis. This elicits jealousy in the nearby Regent Hotel who wish to turn Samantha's hotel into a parking lot. It all culminates in a competition where the winner gets to stay.
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Plot Summary
A group of young women works at a tropical resort, navigating personal relationships and dealing with quirky guests. As they juggle their jobs and social lives, romantic entanglements and humorous situations arise, showcasing the lighter side of working in the hospitality industry.
Critical Reception
Bikini Hotel is a low-budget comedy that received little critical attention upon its release. It is generally viewed as a lighthearted, exploitative film aimed at a specific audience, with minimal expectation for serious critical analysis. Audience reception tends to be polarized, with some appreciating its campy nature and others finding it lacking in substance.
What Reviewers Say
Lacks significant plot or character development.
Primarily relies on its titular setting and genre tropes.
Seen as a typical direct-to-video release of its era.
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Fun Fact
Director David DeCoteau is known for his prolific work in the direct-to-video and low-budget horror and erotic thriller genres, often under various pseudonyms.
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