[Left Marriott 15 Nov 2018] St. Regis Princeville, Kauai, Hawaii [Master Thread]
Nov 30, 2016, 12:23 pm
#1051
Join Date: Oct 2013
Programs: Hyatt Globalist No More..., Hyatt Explorist, Hilton Diamond, SPG Platinum, Marriott Platinum
Posts: 4,375
I should have asked, when is your honeymoon? I should also point out that I've met people who stayed on the North Shore for their honeymoon, but ended up driving South everyday because that's where you want to be in the winter. The surf is extremely dangerous for the next 5 months on the North Shore so most water activities are out. It's also raining everyday up there in the winter which makes laying on the beach and hiking the powerline trail not that much fun either. Most of the guided activities are on the South and East shore, and Waimea Canyon of course is on the West side which is a 2 hour drive to the top from the SR. Just pointing this out in case you hate driving, but usually on a honeymoon people don't care because time spent in a car as a newlywed is still fun and you can't beat the atmosphere at the SR when you unwind each night.
Dec 16, 2016, 1:55 pm
#1052
Join Date: May 2007
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Programs: Hyatt, Fairmont, SPG, AA, WN
Posts: 102
St. Regis Princeville to be sold. It appears as the 10 year mangement agreement is ending in May 2017. Does anyone know if Marriott plans to keep the property?
http://www.bizjournals.com/pacific/n...-for-sale.html
http://www.bizjournals.com/pacific/n...-for-sale.html
Dec 21, 2016, 8:48 pm
#1057
Moderator: Travel Safety/Security, Travel Tools, California, Los Angeles; FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: LAX
Programs: oneword Emerald
Posts: 20,625
Dec 22, 2016, 3:16 am
#1058
Join Date: Oct 2011
Location: BKK
Programs: World of Hyatt Globalist; Marriott Bonvoy LTP; IHG Plat
Posts: 2,231
Just finished my 3-night stay here today (21 dec)
Overall it was a great stay and better than my prior stay at GH Kauai.
Got upgraded to a very nice premium ocean view room on 7th floor (no junior suite available on spg.com). Didn't feel dated though not feel fresh or modern luxury too. View was absolutely stunning. Resort grounds were not that bad like some reviews mentioned upthread. I was ok with that overall (Actually Im kind of W guy so i tend to prefer the newer and more modern property). the pool is nice (admittedly that the pool complex at GH is way better). The beach is swimable (didnt try it myself though).
Now the highlight to me was the services, truly exceptional and upto st.regis standards. Most staffs i met called me by my name and were nice, friendly and helpful. Valet parking service was efficient. Full breakfast buffet complimentary to spg platinum was another big plus, though not good in variety but the quality was great. (Hint: cappuccino was not included but luckily i wasn't charged for it). Service at makana terrace was also outstanding, also at the pool. Housekeeping service here did great job, much better than GH.
And answer to my own question: no, the valet parking charge was not waived for spg platinums.
This is one of the true gem in starwood folio and i will definitely return when coming to Kauai.
p.s. Sorry for my poor English.
Overall it was a great stay and better than my prior stay at GH Kauai.
Got upgraded to a very nice premium ocean view room on 7th floor (no junior suite available on spg.com). Didn't feel dated though not feel fresh or modern luxury too. View was absolutely stunning. Resort grounds were not that bad like some reviews mentioned upthread. I was ok with that overall (Actually Im kind of W guy so i tend to prefer the newer and more modern property). the pool is nice (admittedly that the pool complex at GH is way better). The beach is swimable (didnt try it myself though).
Now the highlight to me was the services, truly exceptional and upto st.regis standards. Most staffs i met called me by my name and were nice, friendly and helpful. Valet parking service was efficient. Full breakfast buffet complimentary to spg platinum was another big plus, though not good in variety but the quality was great. (Hint: cappuccino was not included but luckily i wasn't charged for it). Service at makana terrace was also outstanding, also at the pool. Housekeeping service here did great job, much better than GH.
And answer to my own question: no, the valet parking charge was not waived for spg platinums.
This is one of the true gem in starwood folio and i will definitely return when coming to Kauai.
p.s. Sorry for my poor English.
Last edited by 3rdworldresident; Mar 11, 2017 at 10:45 pm
Mar 12, 2017, 9:46 am
#1060
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: PHL
Programs: AA EXP MM, HHonors Lifetime Diamond, Marriott Lifetime Ti, UA Silver
Posts: 5,036
Mar 12, 2017, 9:02 pm
#1061
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: TUL
Programs: AA EXP 2MM; Marriott Titanium; Hilton Diamond; Hyatt Explorist; Vistana 5* Elite; Nat'l Exec Elite
Posts: 6,177
Mar 21, 2017, 4:16 pm
#1063
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: LAX
Programs: UA 1P, SPG Gold
Posts: 137
Apr 5, 2017, 12:10 pm
#1064
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 3,904
Just completed two night stay there as SPG Platinum.
Booked oceanview and was not upgraded prior to arrival.
Checked in at 3pm. Agent checked and was offered a premium ocean view with terrace with 2 beds which was nice though it wasn't ready until 4:30pm or so.
The setting is lovely and the staff is friendly though at times seem overwhelmed during times of high occupancy.
Some things I didn't care for...
-breakfast buffet is pretty weak for a grand/5 star resort
-for me it was complimentary as an SPG Plat but in their defense it is $28 which seems pretty low for a St. Regis in any location much less Hawaii
-coffee refills were very difficult at breakfast
-had do-not-disturb light on and laundry was returned anyway
-the rooms are huge and comfortable but could use a refresh
The views never get old. You could stare out Hanalei Bay, the surf and mountains all day long!
Booked oceanview and was not upgraded prior to arrival.
Checked in at 3pm. Agent checked and was offered a premium ocean view with terrace with 2 beds which was nice though it wasn't ready until 4:30pm or so.
The setting is lovely and the staff is friendly though at times seem overwhelmed during times of high occupancy.
Some things I didn't care for...
-breakfast buffet is pretty weak for a grand/5 star resort
-for me it was complimentary as an SPG Plat but in their defense it is $28 which seems pretty low for a St. Regis in any location much less Hawaii
-coffee refills were very difficult at breakfast
-had do-not-disturb light on and laundry was returned anyway
-the rooms are huge and comfortable but could use a refresh
The views never get old. You could stare out Hanalei Bay, the surf and mountains all day long!