TravelAnne Resort Checklist The Greenbrier, White Sulfur Springs, WV
Welcome to “America’s Hotel.” There is something for everyone whether young or old. Their activity list continues to grow and offer a multitude of options for those that want non-stop action. If not your cup of tea (which happens every afternoon), then indulge in the serenity of the spa!
By: TravelAnne Staff Writers
Editors Note:
The Greenbrier is in a class of its own. We were lucky enough to tour this property during a recent 3-night stay.
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Year built: The current Greenbrier was built in 1910.
(However, the resort, then known by the name
White Sulphur Springs, has been welcoming
guests since 1778.)
Last Renovated: 2020
Number of Rooms: 710 rooms, including suites, guest cottages
and estate homes.
Restaurants & Bars: 11 restaurants, of which 2 include in-room
dining, and 9 bars.
Activities: The Greenbrier has 1 indoor pool and 1
outdoor pool. Besides, the resort offers lots of
indoor and outdoor activities for children,
teens, families, adults, and team buildings.
Guests can do aerial adventures courses, the
alpine climbing tower, biking tours, canopy
tours, a carriage/sleigh ride, croquet,
falconry, fishing, geocaching, shooting,
horseback riding, ice skating, the Jeep or
Polaris driving adventure, the jeep-pulled
trolley tour, kayaking, the mountaineer
experience, paintballing, Segway tours,
shuffleboard, stand up paddleboarding,
outdoor tennis, and whitewater rafting. Indoor
activities include creating stuffed animals,
playing at the arcade, bowling, making
bracelets and jewelry, doing a bunker tour or
escape room, attending various
demonstrations or workshops, playing indoor
pickleball and tennis, enjoying a make-over,
etc.
Guests can also take golf courses at 1 of
the 3 resort courses, the private course, or a
9-hole par-3 walking course. In winter, there
is the possibility of virtual indoor golfing.
For those who like gaming, the hotel is home
to The Greenbrier Casino Club.
Spa: Award winning 40,000 square foot spa with
42 treatment rooms as well as a separate
MedSpa
Fitness Center: Housed in the indoor tennis facility with over
20 different pieces of equipment as well as a
wide variety of fitness classes staffed by
certified physical trainers.
3rd Party Ratings: AAA 5 Diamonds
Forbes 5 Stars
Date of re-opening: May 22, 2020
Sundries Shop: Yes
Shopping: Wide array of 36 shops on property ranging
from gifts, Art Colony Shops, leather goods,
young adults’, women’s and men’s clothing,
jewelry, flowers, Ralph Lauren, make-up and
skincare, toys, to name a few.
Pet Friendly?: The Greenbrier welcomes guests with pets
(cats and dogs).
Arrival Experience: A visual “WOW” entrance! You were treated
as though you were family!
Cleanliness: Housekeeping is constantly sanitizing public
areas, increased attention to high-touch
areas in rooms, limits on the numbers of
guests in particular areas and screening and
protective gear for all team members are in
place
Soft Goods: Soft goods in rooms and carpets in public
areas replaced in 2020
Room Lighting: Good lighting with multiple lamps throughout
the room
Technology in Room: They could use more charging stations.
Bathroom: Dual sinks. Separate shower and bathtub
(Note smaller rooms have only one sink and
combination shower tub
Closet-Drawers: Great drawer space and an ample size closet
with safe
Service: 9 out of 10. For a resort this large, there is a
surprisingly family feel.
Mini Bar: Fully stocked
View: Back of the building but in a quiet alcove
which was appreciated!
Sound Proofing: Decent
Activities: 1000% something for everyone!
Spa Rating: 9 out of 10
Exercise Facility: Yes. It's great!
Concierge Rating: 8 on a scale of 1-10
Editors Note: This is a wonderful place for celebrations and making memories! If you are ready to try it out, Click Here to connect with your favorite Travel Advisor!
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