The Grand Idyllwild Lodge Review

Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA
mid-scale
Suite Bliss
May 26, 2022
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Hotel Rating

4.1/ 5.0

Great

Weighted across 10 categories

Bed Comfort
4.50
Gym
3.00
Internet Speed
5.00
Location
4.50
Pool
3.00
Room Amenities
4.00
Room Cleanliness
4.00
Service
4.00
Value
3.00
Internet Speed
55.00

The Bottom Line

What We Loved

  • Spacious room with spacious bathroom.
  • The room has two comfortable seating at the foot of the bed.
  • Small boutique hotel with 12 rooms.
  • Great location in Idyllwild-Pine Cove. Close to Idyllwild town center, which is a 15-minute walk.
  • One one-site charge point.
  • Comfortable bed
  • Plenty of communal seating (inside and outside).
  • Breakfast included in rate.
  • While slow, the lodge has an elevator to access the 3 floors.
  • Putt-putt & outdoor swing
  • Fast internet (110 Mbps).

What We Didn't Like

  • Doors don't have peepholes, can't see who is knocking before opening the door
  • After-hours check-in is an envelope with your name and room taped to the front door, which felt unsafe. (Albeit there was a ring camera, that hopefully was recording).
  • Minimal staff onsite, have to text/call with any issues.
  • The in-room fireplace was cosmetic, a possible pro for some.

Technology & Amenities

Internet SpeedExcellent
110Mbps

Can you...

Check Email & Browse
Video Call (Zoom, FaceTime)
Watch Netflix / HD Streaming
Stream in 4K
Tech Available
Key Card for Elevator
Guest In-Room Tablet
Mobile Key Access
Smart TV
Wired Internet
Hospitality App/Texting

Booked a one-night stay in the Suite Bliss at the Grand Idyllwild Lodge directly for $324.50. Note this 12-room hotel has a two-night minimum with check-in Friday & Saturday, one-night with check-in Sundays through Thursdays.

While the room was spacious, the after-hour check-in process felt unsafe, and the breakfast was limited. I would stay here again if I was able to stay during the weekend with more breakfast options and check in between 3 - 5 pm to work with the staff.

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