Grand Bohemian Lodge Greenville, Autograph Collection

Not a guest was in the lobby at six pm when I checked in. No one by the front desk and yet the front desk clerk that greeted me was under twenty-five years old and was in a rush to check me in. And so, begins the unfortunate time I spent in this overrated, miserable behemoth. The room, contrary to what was promised, was approximately two hundred square feet with a view of a crusty painted ceiling of another building. Mind you, the hotel sits within acres of beautiful streams and trees not visible to me from the hotel room, for $1000/night, which does not include the forty percent added taxes and whatnot, was their cheapest room. The outdoors, where the hotel sits, is beyond inviting yet inaccessible from the building itself. You must walk over a bridge and follow a complicated path to engage with nature. No one is available to demonstrate the path of least resistance to this area. So, why not stay across the street? (Btw, I requested on the website a larger suite and they converted it to the afore mentioned room, willy-nilly, on check-in, without consulting me on it. One of the four weddings they had on this particular weekend carried more weight than my agreement/request. And the rate was not altered to reflect the downsizing. A con?) Should I describe the avocado toast I had for breakfast in their dining room for $30? Nah, I'll skip it. How about the bathroom which competes for real estate with the bed in the tiny room? Okay. The bath towels are the type one would get at Target, if you are looking for the cheapest and the smallest. Heaven forbid if you are taller than a leprechaun. Nevertheless, the shower head, square and small and missing some vital holes for the water to come, is perfect for an anorexic. If you weigh more than one hundred pounds a dance is necessary to self-clean the body. Let's mosey down to the outdoor seating area that overlooks a stunning landscape. Maybe ten to fifteen chairs to sit and chat or read a book outside. But wait, anyone from the public has the same rights as paying customers to the hotel, so there is nary a seat to be had. Everything costs here. Even water. Even a Mounds bar from the front desk. You may not want to hear the prices. Perhaps the exorbitant prices at the lobby bar would calm the nerves. But there are only 5 seats? Not conducive as a social lubricant. And to think that you must compete with non-guests for the bartender's attention, forget about a seat. In traveling around the world as a writer who stays at Hampton Inns to Ritz Carltons, I have never had the displeasure that this hotel offers. There is a myriad of hotels one or two or three blocks from this place that are a quarter of the price and also in the heart of downtown. This place is the worst. Never again here.

We had the pleasure of staying at the Grand Bohemian Lodge Greenville during our visit, and it was truly an exceptional experience. What an absolutely beautiful hotel—it may have been one of our best stays ever. Each day, we were greeted with thoughtful touches that made this property stand out in such a special way. Those small details made a lasting impression and added so much to our visit. A heartfelt thank you to Geoffrey and Jackie for going above and beyond to make our stay so memorable. We look forward to returning!

The location is unbeatable. You are right next to the river and the Liberty bridge that takes you downtown to shops and restaurants. The hotel is beautifully decorated and the room was clean with all amenities you needed. We had an amazing view of the river. The staff was very attentive. However the Poseidon SPA was disappointing. It is very clean and serene but the reception, locker room and relaxation room are small and you feel a little cramped. I had a $175 facial and the beautician asked if I wanted to add hydration «for only a little more ». When I got the bill $85 was added! I felt tricked. The same thing happened to my friend who had a massage. So watch out if you go there.

This is an outstanding property, not just in Greenville or SC but in the USA. The Lodge looks as if it's always been there-- set perfectly into the environment, next to the falls. The interior design is stunning, as are the rooms. But it's the staff that pushes everything to another level. They are all so warm, friendly and professional-- everyone seems to truly care and value guests. Specifically, at reception-- Darby, Carson and Denise-- super friendly and accommodating. Bellman, Owen and CJ were so helpful. The food at Between the Trees is outstanding and our server, Sarah was the perfect balance of friendliness without being overbearing-- and professional. This prooperty is clearly run by one of the best management teams in the business.

We had a great stay at the Grand Bohemian Lodge Greenville. The location, atmosphere, and views can't be beat. I want to give special mention to a few staff members who made our stay extra enjoyable. SHEMIAH was our server at the beautiful indoor/outdoor hotel bar. She was SO wonderful - very professional, fun, and knowledgeable about the hotel and the GVL area. She is a huge asset to the hotel and a customer service pro. We also had great experiences with the bell stand manager, CJ, & bellman Owen. Highly recommend!