Friday, August 20, 2010

westchester renaissance: west harrison, new york

my usual hotel in white plains, ny was completely booked, so i stayed at the renaissance hotel instead. the reviews on line were mixed, but for a business traveler, it was just fine.

the hotel is large with an enclosed walkway connecting the main area with the guest rooms. i'm glad i didn't take my luggage with me when i checked in since i ended up driving around to the back of the property to park. it's also a little tricky to find if you haven't been there before. i missed the quick right turn after exiting I-287 despite a very large street sign.






on-line reviewers have noted that the hotel is showing some signs of aging. the guest bathrooms were a little outdated, but i really didn't mind since those bathrooms were stocked with aveda toiletries.

another bonus was the on-site restaurant which made for tasty room service (especially nice after a long work day). chocolate lava cakes make everything better. *sigh*

i wouldn't recommend the hotel for folks looking for a resort vacation; it feels like a convention hotel more than anything else. for business travelers though, it works. as a business traveler, the only thing i missed was the free internet i get when i stay at some of the other marriott properties.















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