Lisa H.
Yelp
We have been staying here for 25 years now. We were excited to experience the remodel. However, we got a downstairs room and the "tromping" of the people upstairs was horrible. I forgot we always would make sure to be upstairs, although some spots downstairs are not bad. I did ask at check in but they were OUT and she could care less about my request. This being an anniversary, was not great. We were also given the ADA room so maybe it was different? My husband wanted to relax in the bath and hadn't experienced not being able to stretch his legs out since long ago in the UK so, I called the front desk if this tub size was the same for all the units, since we have another day to get it right. Unfortunately, "Yes", she replied. So if you like a tub where your legs stretch out sitting totally upright, this might be weird, very small tubs. I miss the regular clothing drawers and the closed closet, now it's exposed and near your front door. We did have a nice sitting room between the bath and the bedroom and free snacks which was nice. but that is where i found some drawers so it was a back and forth between the front door and this little couch space hang out.
The real test was breakfast~I heard there was no more omelette bar. I still think that was a great detail. Instead they have a small table with breakfast burritos, green salsa and a breakfast protein~which was all good. Best thing was having Model Bakery English Muffins. The food included a bagel bar and fruit, yogurt, cheeses. Wish I could just have eggs though. The layout of seating was much more comfortable than before. Outside, cushioned outdoor seating facing toward the grapevines, (well only one table faces the vines) but much better than the tall metal tables and high stool/chairs. The flow of Beverages as you pass the bar {where you once ate}...was great! Coffees, Milks, Champagne, Mimosas, Even self serve Bloody Mary! Water etc. Still great! At the bar there were certain people right there trying to help you and even I think concierge walking by asking how we were doing. The concierge no longer has any pull for FL. Those were the days.
Having stayed elsewhere during their remodel~we now prefer the sister spot of Vintage House. But really, anywhere in Yountville is a plus, just what kind of amenities do you require or expect. Overall a CHILL stay nonetheless as the temperatures were soaring!! Too hot to even go out to the pool. So, staying indoors and having smart TV access was appreciated.
*Mattress in our room prob needs to be replaced already, we both commented on sleeping in someone's hole in the mattress. Couldn't stop sliding my foot into the second hole in the mattress at the bottom of my bed, trying to imagine how there is a sunken hole I am sleeping in and the one my foot slides into. It's not great when you miss your bed and you are at a getaway. LOL So, yeah, sleep was not great. The old pillows were better than the ones now, these I kept trying to fold it to the perfect height. Maybe we waited too long after the remodel to go back?
A bit pricey for our experiences in that town, but so close to all the Best food & only 6 minute drive to Mustard's! It's not the same Villagio, but some things are better. It felt like a second home before and now it's more a fend for yourself situation. I keep it at 3 stars, I guess for the nostalgia of this place and all my family memories here. Maybe some will read this and think they can't tolerate any of this and I'm too generous, I hope it's better if we give it another go.