8/10 Good
Heather
Travelled with partner
14 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For those who have not visited Hines Mansion, you will enjoy your stay. For those of us who have been long time visitors, there may be dissapointment with the changes. After my visit, I decided it may be time to retire my yearly anniversary visit and look elsewhere. The quietness, convenience to restaurants within walking distance, and quaintness remain. I missed the robes and sparkling cider in each room. There is no hot breakfast anymore, and their idea of a continental breakfast is merely a sad snack. I expect at least a juice and muffin rather than an apple and crust of bread. There were no drink options other than coffee and caffeinated tea. It is no longer a luxury stay. They used to fulfill a niche for the only bed and breakfast around. They are moving toward an airbnb feel. Every airbnb I've gotten has been private, children are allowed, and there's the expectation that you can cook there. So the identity of Hines Mansion is now confusing and is only attractive to singles who need a quick stay. We stayed there after we got married, so there is sentimental value, but I no longer recommend it for newlyweds. The front sitting room was removed, so it is not even conventient for gatherings. There are many tables, so you are welcome to bring outside food in. The personnel at check-in were very welcoming but the personnel at checkout should not be involved in the hospitality business. There was no greeting, no smile, and no question if we enjoyed our stay.
Heather
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024