I felt the same way - much ado about nothing IMO.

We went recently. Probably won’t go back bc we don’t golf, but I will say my kids (8 & 5) absolutely loved the kids club. They are still talking about it. It has an interesting history, including the decor, but I agree that the condition of it is appalling especially for the prices. To those who said it was decorated by someone’s grandma, you are correct. It was decorated by Reese Witherspoon’s grandma.

Agree with whomever said the food is for fat people. That said, we had a lovely dinner, surprisingly, in the main dining room. And I found the breakfast to be really good, bc I love an indulgent big breakfast now and then. Besides that, we had a couple of awesome meals and great wine in that fun little hipster town that’s 10 mins away from the resort. Recommend. I don’t think many greenbrier guests venture “off campus”.

I think the issue is that there just aren’t that many interesting places to go within a 3-4 hour drive of DC for a family trip. That’s why we gave it a try, we didn’t feel like flying and couldn’t find anything else that appealed more. Maybe we will try Primland next time but it is farther.

Yeah, I agree with you. We're also mid 40s with tweens. The kids liked it when they were littler, mainly because they got to be with their cousins. But I was never wowed by the food or shopping or amenities.

Are they still doing reservations for the pool? They were last summer. That sucked. At least let me sit by the pool all day if there's nothing else to do.

Anonymous wrote:All those old school all inclusive southern getaways are..... gross. The food is for fat people.

I don't think Greenbrier is all inclusive and the food isn't super southern.

We went with my ILs pre-kids (on their dime) and that was enough for us. The bunker tour and indoor pool were kind of cool but yeah it just felt worn down and overpriced.

All those old school all inclusive southern getaways are..... gross. The food is for fat people.

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Anonymous wrote:The Greenbrier is a classic hotel rooted in tradition, and honors a time before cellphones and computers when people were entertained by quieter pursuits. I’m 50-something and mourn the passing of manners, dress codes, and real conversation. Thank God places like the Greenbrier still exist!

Exactly. You are the precise demographic for the Greenbrier. And your demographic is precisely why the rest of us avoid it

Aren’t you lovely!

I bet you will be a different kind of 50-something, right?

I sure was. Now I’m a different kind of 60-something.

It’s not the age, it’s the way of thinking.

I went for DH's work conference and won enough money at a slot machine that it paid for everything! I am not a gambler, and it may not sound classy, but it was fun.

I like the Homestead better. It was interesting to stay at the Greenbrier once. The indoor pool (the sort of antique one) is cool - my kids got a kick out of it. They also enjoyed the bowling alley. It was something fun to try staying there once. Don't think I would return but not sorry I tried it.

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Anonymous wrote:The Greenbrier is a classic hotel rooted in tradition, and honors a time before cellphones and computers when people were entertained by quieter pursuits. I’m 50-something and mourn the passing of manners, dress codes, and real conversation. Thank God places like the Greenbrier still exist!

Exactly. You are the precise demographic for the Greenbrier. And your demographic is precisely why the rest of us avoid it

Speaking for myself, I would feel much more at home with the families in the Hampton inns who come down to free breakfast in their pajamas.

The pool reservations are insane. You can only choose half day slots, either 9-1:30 or 2–7. They close from 1:30-2. Requiring pool reservations is crazy when you’re spending that much. Build a second pool!

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Anonymous wrote:The Greenbrier is a classic hotel rooted in tradition, and honors a time before cellphones and computers when people were entertained by quieter pursuits. I’m 50-something and mourn the passing of manners, dress codes, and real conversation. Thank God places like the Greenbrier still exist!

Exactly. You are the precise demographic for the Greenbrier. And your demographic is precisely why the rest of us avoid it

Avoid away! Leave us to enjoy the peace and quiet!

Anonymous wrote:Do they still have an afternoon tea? I heard about that a long time ago. It was supposed to be really good.

Yes, they do. I believe it’s even free

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:The Greenbrier is a classic hotel rooted in tradition, and honors a time before cellphones and computers when people were entertained by quieter pursuits. I’m 50-something and mourn the passing of manners, dress codes, and real conversation. Thank God places like the Greenbrier still exist!

Exactly. You are the precise demographic for the Greenbrier. And your demographic is precisely why the rest of us avoid it

Aren’t you lovely!

I bet you will be a different kind of 50-something, right?

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:The Greenbrier is a classic hotel rooted in tradition, and honors a time before cellphones and computers when people were entertained by quieter pursuits. I’m 50-something and mourn the passing of manners, dress codes, and real conversation. Thank God places like the Greenbrier still exist!

Exactly. You are the precise demographic for the Greenbrier. And your demographic is precisely why the rest of us avoid it

That’s your choice, but I’m fine with it.