Westin Poinsett, Greenville, SC [Master Thread]
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Join Date: Sep 2004
Location: (not Montana. Nor is my name really Helena, nor am I female)
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It's not a typical Westin. It's in an old "historical" building, and the interiors reflect that (in a good way). Aside from the turn-of-the-century ambiance, I don't find anything especially wonderful about it, except that it offers SPG credit for stays when I'm in Greenville, nor do I find anything particularly regrettable. It's a nice, upscale, comfortable hotel. The rooms are spacious, but to me they've always seemed to have the vibe of a bare, empty room with some furniture in them, as opposed to a well-decorated living space, if that makes any sense. Valet parking is available, but the self-parking is conveniently located. A nice workout room, if maybe a bit smallish. I think the hotel may not have a pool. No club lounge. Breakfast buffet is nice, including made-to-order omelets. As a SPG platinum, I've been upgraded to a suite about half the time. The hotel generally accepts the SPG50 coupon, which can sometimes offer a savings.
The best thing about this Westin is its location on Greenville's Main Street, where some nice restaurants can be found, and near the recently-developed riverfront. There's plenty of good dining on the "downtown" side of the river, but if you like Brazilian steak, cross the river and keep going for a block or so (walkable). I've forgotten the name of the restaurant, but I'm sure the Westin concierge will know.
The best thing about this Westin is its location on Greenville's Main Street, where some nice restaurants can be found, and near the recently-developed riverfront. There's plenty of good dining on the "downtown" side of the river, but if you like Brazilian steak, cross the river and keep going for a block or so (walkable). I've forgotten the name of the restaurant, but I'm sure the Westin concierge will know.
#4
Join Date: Sep 2004
Location: (not Montana. Nor is my name really Helena, nor am I female)
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I was there again just last week. It's still pretty much the same as my evaluation from 8 months ago, above, although this time I did not dine at the Brazilian steak house, so I'm not certain whether it's still there or not. The Thai restaurant on Main Street is pretty good, as are at least two good upscale Italian places and a few others that look good.
#6
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Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: Minneapolis: DL DM charter 2.3MM
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This is one of the more interesting Westins. I stayed here about eight months ago and was upgraded to a large suite, although its living room didn't have any windows. I also avoided the valet parking. Greenville is a cute town, dog-friendly, very interesting and walkable. No pool in the hotel and sometimes its restaurant is closed. The bartender sent me to a wonderful foodie place for dinner, on the same side of the main street as the hotel, about three blocks beyond the river.
The elevators in this hotel were a mess; expect long waits and crowded ones when they finally arrive. To make it worse, you take one elevator from the entrance to the lobby and then use another elevator bank to access the floors with rooms, although the elevators are positioned in the lobby in a way that the separate elevators do not enhance security. These are old slow elevators and there seems to be no service elevator for luggage from the entrance to the lobby. As a result, it took me a very long time to check in and get to my room on a Saturday afternoon.
The elevators in this hotel were a mess; expect long waits and crowded ones when they finally arrive. To make it worse, you take one elevator from the entrance to the lobby and then use another elevator bank to access the floors with rooms, although the elevators are positioned in the lobby in a way that the separate elevators do not enhance security. These are old slow elevators and there seems to be no service elevator for luggage from the entrance to the lobby. As a result, it took me a very long time to check in and get to my room on a Saturday afternoon.
#8
Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: Lafayette, CO, USA
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How about these other SC properties for the sticky, too?...
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/starw...er-thread.html (It's marked as MT, but it's not in the sticky)
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/starw...-now-open.html (Like the Sheraton, the location is actually North Charleston.)
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/starw...y-reviews.html
In the sticky, the capital of SC should be "Columbia." "Colombia" is a country in South America.
#9
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Join Date: Oct 2000
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South Carolina
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Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: SFO, LON, NYC
Programs: BAEC GGL CCR (Gold for Life), AA EXP, HH Diamond, SPG Platinun
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Currently checked in for 5 nights and stay regularly, as a Plat upgraded to a Junior Suite which is in the corner with a juliette balcony (does not open). Room is large, sitting area with sofa and large wing backed chair. Standard Plat amenities offered. I booked two rooms on a heavily discounted rate and both were upgraded. Additionally the hotel is full this week.
Lacks a pool, but a classic historic hotel in Greenville in the best part of town for restaurants. Sadly Restaurant O which used to be downstairs is now closed, however Sobys, Devereauxs and an amazing italian are 60 seconds walk.
Lacks a pool, but a classic historic hotel in Greenville in the best part of town for restaurants. Sadly Restaurant O which used to be downstairs is now closed, however Sobys, Devereauxs and an amazing italian are 60 seconds walk.
#12
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It's been two years since anyone has commented on this thread. From what I understand, this hotel has undergone some renovations (could be wrong). Any recent news on this place? I'm a Starwood Preferred Guest Credit Card Member with no status as of yet. Any chances on upgrading?
#13
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Join Date: Sep 2009
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It's been two years since anyone has commented on this thread. From what I understand, this hotel has undergone some renovations (could be wrong). Any recent news on this place? I'm a Starwood Preferred Guest Credit Card Member with no status as of yet. Any chances on upgrading?
#15
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: Home Airports: CAE/CLT
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Just spent the night as a Gold, paid the Gov't rate. Friday night check-in, one night. Was upgraded to a nice executive suite.
Two rooms. Living room had a desk, sofa, flat screen TV. Nice comfy bed. Spacious bath.
I really like this property. Old hotels just have something newer ones miss.
Oh, downtown Greenville is a fun place to spend a day or two.
As an aside, I was a PLT last year. Completed my 10th stay in late December. This stay was my stay 10th for this year, hope to reach PLT again this year.
Two rooms. Living room had a desk, sofa, flat screen TV. Nice comfy bed. Spacious bath.
I really like this property. Old hotels just have something newer ones miss.
Oh, downtown Greenville is a fun place to spend a day or two.
As an aside, I was a PLT last year. Completed my 10th stay in late December. This stay was my stay 10th for this year, hope to reach PLT again this year.
Last edited by Gamecock; Mar 24, 2013 at 2:14 pm