Princeville Hotel, Hawaii - closed Sept 08 for renov; reopens 10/09 [Master Thread]
Oct 4, 2007, 1:12 pm
#166
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I could not wait anymore, so I called them
I spoke to Kelly at the executive office and she told me renovations will not start until March 2008. Looks like the timing for the transition to a St.Regis has been pushed back
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Sure. I sent them an e-mail via the Contact form yesterday. I have not heard anything back yet. I will give them another day before I call.
I spoke to Kelly at the executive office and she told me renovations will not start until March 2008. Looks like the timing for the transition to a St.Regis has been pushed back******
Sure. I sent them an e-mail via the Contact form yesterday. I have not heard anything back yet. I will give them another day before I call.
Last edited by harinig; Oct 4, 2007 at 1:20 pm Reason: updates
Oct 25, 2007, 11:50 pm
#167
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Princeville Remodel?
I read that the Princeville resort in Kauai is undergoing a $40 mil renovation. I am thinking of staying there in January; does anyone know when the remodel will be complete?
Oct 26, 2007, 12:20 am
#168
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I called the Hotel directly as I am suppose to stay in March 08.......I know that it wont even be done at that point. The manager told me they do not have the schedule for construction yet, but that it would not be finished in March 08.....She also told me at some point the pool would be closed and not usable during periods of the renovation. That was enough for me to think about not going there in March 2008.
Oct 28, 2007, 4:42 pm
#169
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I heard that when the renovations are complete it is supposed to become a St Regis.
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Oct 29, 2007, 3:47 am
#170
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The latest on the master Princeville thread says renovations will begin March 08. And that's still true as far as I know. I was there this past Sept and it definitely needs updating, but the incredible views and terrific service more than made up for the hotel's condition.
Jan 24, 2008, 5:38 pm
#171
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Also, stayed at the Princeville last week and was upgraded to a nice Junior Suite as a Plat, without having to ask on arrival.
Jan 24, 2008, 8:39 pm
#172
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Great location- way too many points for what u get.
Stayed during Christmas to New Years & really enjoyed the location. However, *wood is getting a little crazy w/ the points for this joint. The rooms are musty,carpets dirty, & brass worn off the sinks. Cat. 6??? I think not! I feel sorry for the folks who shelled out greenbacks for this place.
I do plan on returning when everything is done & the property becomes a St. Regis as the location is fantastic.
I do plan on returning when everything is done & the property becomes a St. Regis as the location is fantastic.
Jan 24, 2008, 9:20 pm
#173
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Stayed during Christmas to New Years & really enjoyed the location. However, *wood is getting a little crazy w/ the points for this joint. The rooms are musty,carpets dirty, & brass worn off the sinks. Cat. 6??? I think not! I feel sorry for the folks who shelled out greenbacks for this place.
I do plan on returning when everything is done & the property becomes a St. Regis as the location is fantastic.
I do plan on returning when everything is done & the property becomes a St. Regis as the location is fantastic.
Jan 25, 2008, 3:26 am
#174
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Stayed during Christmas to New Years & really enjoyed the location. However, *wood is getting a little crazy w/ the points for this joint. The rooms are musty,carpets dirty, & brass worn off the sinks. Cat. 6??? I think not! I feel sorry for the folks who shelled out greenbacks for this place.
I do plan on returning when everything is done & the property becomes a St. Regis as the location is fantastic.
I do plan on returning when everything is done & the property becomes a St. Regis as the location is fantastic.
Jan 29, 2008, 4:55 pm
#175
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For the Princeville, it was just another good, not spetacular experience. I plan on going back when the property becomes a St. Reg'. The views are astounding & I was very relaxed so it was a good trip overall. It's just in my opinion that *wood is stretching the word "Luxury" right now as the place is worn down.
Feb 3, 2008, 8:43 pm
#176
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We just stayed at the Princeville as a Plat for 5 nights at the 80k rate. We got upgraded to a Junior Suite and while the hotel is a bit dated, we did not let this bother us. The location is superb. The weather though can get (and was) really tricky.
Feb 4, 2008, 12:45 pm
#177
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Princeville renovations
Any updates as to when they will start construction at the Princeville and the facilities that will be affected ? I'm planning on being there in eary June. Thank you !
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Feb 4, 2008, 1:20 pm
#178
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From what has been reported elsewhere the renovations are supposed to begin in March and run through the end of the year.
Feb 4, 2008, 2:07 pm
#179
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Ah, just in time for our late April stay. Will be interesting to see how bad construction will affect our stay. If the pool is not functional, I will be one un-happy camper. I'm sure we will be given access to the pool at the Sheraton.
Feb 4, 2008, 2:45 pm
#180
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But I wouldn't be that surprised if construction doesn't start until after your stay...after all, the renovations were originally supposed to start a year ago if I remember correctly.