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Radisson Edwardian Hampshire Hotel, London: Review
0Location, Location, Location! This hotel is located on Leicester Square in the heart of London’s West End. You will fee like a superstar at your own film premiere arriving at this lovely hotel. Reception area is warm and welcoming with original art works. Bedrooms are luxurious with faux silk walls, original artwork and marble bathrooms. The designer feel carried through to the restaurant and bar area which had an outside terrace area overlooking Leicester Square.
within 20 minutes walk : Leicester Square, Piccadilly Circus, West end theatres, Soho, China Town, Trafalgar square, Oxford Street, Covent Garden
underground /bus/tram: Leicester Square is a few minutes walk away from the hotel (Northern and Piccadilly line)
restaurant: Hampshire Restaurant Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner serving Modern English and Continental cuisine. Rich and decadent furnishings with deep fabric colours, cream walls and leather create a uniquely stylish restaurant.
from airport: Heathrow direct tube (Piccadilly) to Leicester square. Gatwick: Gatwick express to Victoria tube or taxi to Leicester Square; Stansted airport direct train to Liverpool Street and the tube/taxi to hotel
parking: No private parking available
rooms: 127
business facilities: There are meeting rooms with max. Capacity of 100 people; business centre open 24 hours for hotel guests
disabled facilities: there is one especially adapted bedroom for wheelchair users.
amily info: there are some rooms which can accommodate 2 adults and 2 children (up-graded deluxe room types may apply); cots are available for babies and interconnecting rooms also available. Children’s menu and highchair available in the restaurant
bar: Hampshire Bar is located with the restaurant area and decorate in same rich fabrics and furniture. Open daily and bar menu available. During summer months there is an outside terrace area where you can sit and watch the world go by!
bathroom: Sicilian marble bathrooms with Jacob Delafon bathware and luxurious Gilchrist and Soames products. All with bathtub.
gym: mini gym open 24 hours for hotel guests
suite: Each has been uniquely created with designer furniture and bespoke fabrics. Bathrooms are by Phillipe Starck for that luxurious touch
standard room: non smoking rooms available; original art work, faux silk wall coverings and sumptuous furnishings all bathrooms with bathtub. Room size can vary some rooms can be compact due to the building and central location but all have same level of amenities.
Murano Urban Resort Paris: Review
0How to describe this very unique unusual and exclusive hotel? No other hotel in Paris will offer the same experience as the Murano. From the outside, the Murano Hotel Paris stands out with its white façade. Inside, the design is breathtaking, very original and the atmosphere soon will transport you out of the ordinary world. The check in is done on arrival behind a glass door but you won’t need a key as you will open the room with your finger print! Welcome to future! In the bedrooms, the latest technology has been used, and you can choose your ambiance, green, yellow, red or blue. The main colour scheme is white including for the carpet, but bright touches in the décor have been used to contrast. The restaurant area is quite unique too, with a mixture of baroque and contemporary design. And while having a drink at the bar which transforms into a nightclub late at night, you will be able to meet the rich and famous! An unforgettable experience!
within 20 minutes walk : Le Marais, Place des Vosges, République, Bastille, Picasso Museum
underground /bus/tram: Metro station Filles du Calvaire (100 metres from the hotel)
restaurant: Open every day of the week, 12pm to 3pm, and 8pm to 1am. Serving French cuisine.
from airport: From Charles de Gaulle airport, take RER B to Gare du Nord, then take metro line 9 from La Chapelle to Republique (c. 8 Euros, c.40 mins).
From Gare du Nord, take line 4 to Strasbourg St Denis, then change and take line 8 to Filles du Calvaire.
From Beauvais, take the shuttle bus to Porte Maillot (13 Euros, c.1 hour), then connect to your hotel via metro. Taxi direct, c.120-150 Euros, c.1 hour)
parking: Valet parking, 30 Euros per 24 hours
rooms: 51
business facilities: none
disabled facilities: none
family info: not suitable for families
suite: Suites are on request with a supplement. 2 suites have private swimming pool.
Le Royal Monceau Hotel Raffles Paris: Review
0Located just minutes from the famous Arc de Triomphe and Champs-Elysees, the historic Le Royal Monceau Hotel Raffles Paris has welcomed numerous dignitaries, celebrities and artists since it first opened in 1928. Le Royal Monceau Hotel Raffles Paris has recently undergone a complete refurbishment designed by Philippe Starck, and is now considered as a French masterpiece which combines the French tradition of “art de vivre” and the elegance and residential charm for which Raffles is renowned. The 149 rooms and suites offer unique views of Paris and of the hotel’s landscaped gardens. The Royal Monceau Hotel Raffles Paris also boats 5 exquisite dining and bar options, including Italian favourites which can be enjoyed al fresco style in the lush landscaped garden, or in a fine dining ambience.
within 20 minutes walk : Champs Elysees, Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower, Parc Monceau.
underground /bus/tram: Charles De Gaulle Etoile (2 min).
restaurant: Italian cuisine is served daily in “Il Carpaccio” restaurant from 12:00 to 14:30 and from 18:00 to 23:00, and French dishes are served in “La Cuisine” restaurant from 07:00 to 22:30 Monday to Saturday ad from 07:00 to 23:00 on Sundays.
from airport: Take RER B and then the metro to Charles De Gaulle Etoile (costs 17€ per person per way). A Taxi would take about 45min and cost around 50€ per way.
parking: Private covered parking (31€/day).
number of rooms: 149.
business facilities: Business centre available. 3 meeting rooms available for hire.
disabled facilities: Wheelchair users can access the lift. Disabled public toilets are available in the hotel lobby. Some of the rooms have bathrooms especially equipped for disabled users.
family info: Baby cots and interconnecting rooms are available upon request. Play area available. Professional babysitters can be arranged. High chairs and children menus are available in the hotel restaurant.
pool indoor: Open daily.
reception: 24hr reception located on the ground floor. Concierge, porter and currency exchange services are also available.
bar: Open everyday from 11:00 to 02:00.
gym: Open daily.
executive room: Triple rooms are made up of 1 twin/double bed + a rollaway bed. Room safe is free of charge. Designated non-smoking rooms are available on request.
Boscolo Palace Roma Hotel:Review
0Deluxe hotel situated right on Via Veneto, a lively and fashionable part of town. Grand and lavish, with spacious well appointed rooms, whilst maintaining a traditional art-deco style. The Grand Palace Hotel Rome has a beauty centre with impressive 10m roman bath style pool equipped with jacuzzi. Lounge with original fine art murals – well worth paying that bit extra for! Air Con available only from May to October.
within 20 minutes walk : Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, Villa Borghese.
extra information: Effective from 1 January 2011 a compulsory city tax of € 2.00 per person per night is payable in cash, direct to the hotel on check out. Until end of January 2011, due to minor refurbishment, not all facilities are operating as normal at this hotel, such as the Spa & a slightly restricted restaurant menu. Guests should contact hotel directly for further information.
underground /bus/tram: Barberini underground station
restaurant: Restaurant offering Italian cuisine, 7.30pm-10.30pm. Closed on Sundays.
from airport: From Fiumicino airport – Train to Termini (30 mins), c.8 Euros & short taxi ride.
From Ciampino airport – Bus to Ciampino station, train to Termini station & short taxi ride
parking: Car park nearby where hotel has preferred rates (fee paid to hotel).
rooms: 95
business facilities: Internet access and modem point in the room. Fax, photocopier and currency exchange available at reception. Meeting/Conference rooms for up to 150 people. Laundry service available.
disabled facilities: Access ramps and suitable lift access. Disabled toilets in the hotel and specially equipped bathrooms available.
family info: Family rooms for 4 are available. Baby cots available on request. Babysitting can be arranged through reception.
swimming pool: The roman style pool is closed on Sundays.
Boscolo Aleph Hotel, Rome: Review
0This truly unique hotel is located in the heart of Rome, just a few steps from the famous Via Veneto, famed in the sixties and seventies for the popular Italian past time of people-watching! The hotel’s theme is based on Dante’s famous work, ‘The Divine Comedy’ which followed the character on an adventure through Hell, Purgatory and Heaven. From the lobby, to the bar on the 7th floor, the guest travels from ‘Inferno’ to ‘Paradiso’. With these unique variations it contrasts light with dark, luxurious with chic and subtlety with shock value! Bedrooms adopt a relaxing style, mostly decorated in blues and creams with stylish mosaic bathrooms. A ‘must see’ hotel in a ‘must see’ city!
customer rating : 4 out of 5 (3 customers rated this hotel)
within 20 minutes walk : Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, Villa Borghese.
extra information: Effective from 1 January 2011 a compulsory city tax of € 3.00 per person per night is payable in cash, direct to the hotel on check out
underground /bus/tram: Nearest metro is Barberini. Buses run from Piazza Barberini. The main Termini train station is approx. 15 mins by foot (1km).
restaurant: On the ground floor is the Maremoto Restaurant, decorated in luxurious rich red colours. It serves a Mediterranean cuisine.On the top floor is the open air restaurant 7th Heaven with stunning views over the city.
from airport: From Fiucino airport – Train to Termini (30 mins), c.10 Euros & short taxi ride or taxi direct approx 40 mins (c.50 euro depending on traffic).
From Ciampino airport – Bus to Termini station & short taxi ride or taxi direct approx 40 mins (c.40 euro depending on traffic)
parking: Public parking nearby
rooms: 96
business facilities: Conference/meeting room holding approx. 70 people and the ‘Red Library’ which can be used for small exclusive meetings.
disabled facilities: Specially adapted rooms available on request.
family info: One child can share with two adults staying in a Deluxe room. Hotel cannot accommodate more than one child in a room. Cots free of charge. Adjoining rooms available in Deluxe category rooms.
swimming pool: Small indoor heated pool located in the Paradise Spa.
bar: Wine Bar Dioniso is located near the Maremoto restaurant and serves drinks and light snacks. Ideal for evening pre-dinner drinks. Alternatively there is the Angelo Bar which exudes a more laid back atmosphere. Drinks can also be taken in the 7th Heaven bar.
spa: Paradise Spa is located in what used to be the buildings vaults. It offers a sauna, steam room, , pool, small gym and a range of spa treatments and massages.
lobby: The guest is greeted by a shocking red ambience with two Samurai statues guarding the entrance to the lobby.
directions: The motorway is approximately 4 km away from the hotel. Take the Roma Nord exit, and follow the signs for Via Salaria downtown, and then for Via Veneto.
Once you have passed the United States Embassy, turn right in via San Basilio.
