Lanie Weathers

Review of Gaylord Opryland Hotel and Con...

Comfortable shoes are the key to staying here. Wo...

Comfortable shoes are the key to staying here. Words will never do justice to expressing how huge this place is. Staff is everywhere to prevent people from getting lost. It is beautiful. The bellhops are nice and provide quick service. With a place this large you don't have to leave to eat or be entertained. The food is good. The drinks are strong. Just be prepared to walk a lot. Be prepared to get turned around. I came for a conference, make sure to request a room in the the section of rooms next to your conference area. I couldn't have gotten a room further away in the hotel from the conference, unless I stayed at another hotel. Seriously, ask to be close by. The concierge is hit or miss, you will either get an extremely helpful person or a resentful, short tempered employee. The housekeeping staff does not speak English. They try to help, but may not fully understand. Be clear and call the main number if you think they didn't understand. Make sure they replenish your coffee (you may need to check and grab more from someone in the hall.). So far we have eaten at the Falls (good trout dip), Wasabi (delicious), Ravello (yum), and the Library ( amazing cocktails!)