The Lodge at St Edward State Park

The best staff, great place

Liked: The nicest staff and services
Disliked: Beds too soft

Everything about the room was...

Liked: Secluded and beautiful
Disliked: Nothing

Would stay again. Enjoyed hiking...

Liked: From the time we pulled into the valet to the time we checked out, we found the staff and the lodge to be exceptional.
Disliked: Didn't completely DISLIKE it, but did not find the food served at Cedar + Elm to be of the caliber of a Michelin-star restaurant. The service was great, the food was okay.

Beautiful scenery, but let down...

Liked: The room was clean, the view and scenery were nice, the staff were friendly. The rooms have a nespresso machine, robes to cozy up in, and a nice size tv. I appreciated there were 3 restaurants in the establishment, however, they also seemed to have similar menu items (only 2/3 open when we visited). I appreciated they had a map with the walking trails around the building even though we didn't utilize them during our stay.
Disliked: Their valet service and your ability to get your car period ends at 11pm until roughly 7am. If you like to be able to have that freedom, this is something to consider. I booked the hotel as a local getaway and as I was interested in the historical remodel--parts of their restaurants and library appeared to be done nicely, the hotel rooms being the same size and structure, but I feel much of the inside architectural makeup was compromised and not necessarily treated as I would've hoped. The glass showers in the room do have a tendency to leak, but wasn't a problem when we had a towel crammed directly below it. I did grow up seeing the outside of the building by visiting the park throughout my childhood on multiple occasions, so I have an idea of some of the changes--it's kind of sad. I had high expectations for such a beautiful building. My husband and I also tried Cedar & Elm restaurant during our stay--although going for more an upscale vibe, the food wasn't our favorite; and when we tried to order room service for a more private dessert later, we were put thru to their phone line to the kitchen where no one picked up with no VM situation set up. To wrap it up, as a hotel, there's nothing wrong with it. If you are hoping for an experience, I felt disappointed. For the price, a light breakfast/muffins in rm or something would be nice to be included in the stay, and I would've appreciated more details preserved to maintain the indoor integrity of this historical landmark.

Exceptional

Very good

Excellent minus sleeping comfort

Liked: Beautiful property , gorgeous surrounding, nice restraint, very friendly and pleasant staff, clean, extremely quiet..BUT!!! Bed is way too soft, almost like a hammock, got a back ache, was considering sleeping on a floor. With the firmer mattress overall score would be 10+++++++
Disliked: Hammock mattress, way too soft, not good for anyone back

Five Star Stay in a...

Liked: The most attentive, wonderful staff helped make our stay a five star stay. Although the rooms are a bit narrow, they are luxurious and beautifully appointed along with many windows offering beautiful views of the park. The bathroom was just as luxurious as any five star hotel I've visited. The hotel itself as well as the grounds are beautiful with plenty of hiking and dining options. The hotel has two art galleries which we thoroughly enjoyed.We can't wait to return to this beautiful, unique hotel. Many thanks to the outstanding, friendly staff.

Exceptional