Over the weekend I traveled to The Greenbrier, located in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia, for a girls weekend with a few friends. I’ve previously been to The Greenbrier, but it’s been a number of years so I was excited to get back!

While The Greenbrier is now a historic luxury resort, it has roots dating back to 1778, when visitors first began coming to the area to experience the healing properties of its sulphur springs. By the early 1800s, it had evolved into a fashionable retreat, eventually becoming known as the Old White Hotel. In 1913, the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway purchased and expanded the property, renaming it The Greenbrier. The resort was used as a military hospital during World War II before undergoing a postwar transformation led by famed interior designer Dorothy Draper. In the 1950s, a massive Cold War-era nuclear bunker was secretly constructed beneath the hotel to serve as an emergency relocation site for the U.S. Congress, a secret that remained until it was revealed in 1992. After facing financial difficulties, The Greenbrier was purchased and revitalized by businessman Jim Justice in 2009. Today, it remains a symbol of refined elegance and American history, featuring a casino, golf courses, a spa, and tours of its fascinating past.

The Greenbrier features a number of dining options, including Prime 44 West, Sam Sneads, Draper’s Cafe, and more. During my visit I dined in the main dining room, Prime 44 West, and Sam Sneads. I was very impressed with the level of service, attentiveness, and the quality of our meals throughout our stay.

The Lobby Bar was lively every night, and was a really great place to grab a drink before dinner. The mood across the property was joyful and engaged, and guests were very friendly during our time at The Greenbrier.

There’s no shortage of activities at The Greenbrier, regardless of the season. There are multiple golf courses on-site or nearby, afternoon tea is served daily, there’s a bowling alley, as well as an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, and a spa. History rich activities include the bunker tour (which I recommend for any guest), a carriage ride, exterior history walking tour, and an interior history walking tour. I really wish I had had a bit longer at The Greenbrier so I could experience more of these activities.

The summer and the holidays are the most popular times to visit The Greenbrier, but I enjoyed visiting during a slightly quieter period (although the resort was near capacity). I think The Greenbrier is a great choice for couples or families, as there are traditional rooms, suites, cottages, and homes available to book.

If you’re interested in staying at The Greenbrier, reach out via email to get the planning process started!

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