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Bologna Hotel, Italy: Review
Feb 24th
Bologna Hotel Pisa ****- surely one of the most prestigious in Pisa – occupies a stylish, typically Tuscan palazzo in the historical centre of the city. The central but sheltered street on which the Hotel is located is just 500 meters from the train station.
The Cathedral (Duomo), the main thoroughfare (Corso) and all of the principal tourist sights can be easily reached on foot. The nearest motorway exit is the A12 PISA CENTRO, while the exit from the regional highway that links Florence, Pisa and Livorno is just 3km away.
The Bologna Hotel welcomes its guests with an air of measured elegance. You are sure to come across a whole range of surprises that will leave you feeling deeply satisfied.The soft colours of the decor are made all the more intimate by the carefully designed lighting. The attention-to-detail is unrivalled, both in terms of the interior design of the Hotel and the attitude of the staff.
At Bologna Hotel, a warm welcome is exuded at all times of the year by the fresh ochre, peach and green tones of the decor.With a range of exclusive solutions and an impeccable level of service, staying at Hotel Bologna puts you right in the heart More >
Antin Saint Georges Hotel, Paris:Review
Nov 10th
The new sister property to the popular Antin Trinite, the Antin St Georges Hotel Paris is in a lively and friendly part of the city that is around half way between the Opera and Montmartre. Most of the rooms are large for their 2 star category and although a little old fashioned all are well kept and are gradually being updated.
The new management have already made changes to the lobby and breakfast area, giving it a more modern feel and as in the sister hotel staff are friendly and helpful. The metro is less than a minute walk from the hotel on the pretty Place St Georges and the area also has numerous restaurants for going out in the evening. A good value for money option in a convenient location.
customer rating : 4.44 out of 5 (9 customers rated this hotel)
within 20 minutes walk : Opera, Sacre Coeur, Montmartre, Le Louvre, Musee Grevin
underground /bus/tram: Saint Georges metro station (1 min) or Opera bus stop (1 min)
disabled facilities: None. family info: Interconnecting rooms, family rooms for 4, and baby cots available on request. Professional babysitters can be arranged (extra cost).
standard room: Triple rooms can be made up of 3 separate beds or a More >
Oriente Hotel Rome: Review
Nov 8th
This simple two star hotel is a great option for those looking for an economical base in the city. Rooms are well maintained offering adequate & comfortable accommodation. The location is conveniently in walking distance to the main station and permits guests to easily reach local restaurants as well as shops and beautiful sights such as Santa Maria Maggiore. The large park Parco di Traiano is also a short walk from the hotel.
walking: Santa Maria Maggiore, restaurants, cafes, shops. underground /bus/tram: Nearest metro is Vittorio Emanuele which is approx. 10 mins walk from the hotel. In approx. 15 mins clients can also walk to Termini where they can catch buses for all over the city (as well as the metro).
restaurant: None
from airport: From Fiumicino airport – Train to Termini (30 mins), c.12 Euros & 15 min walk. From Ciampino airport – Bus to Termini station & as above. Alternatively taxi direct c. 70 euro (45 mins to 1 hour depending on traffic) parking: Public parking available at approx. 10m from the hotel at a cost of approx. 30 euro/day.
number of rooms: 27
business facilities: None disabled facilities: This hotel does not have any specially equipped rooms and public areas are not accessible for wheelchair users.
family info: Family More >
Kube Hotel: Review
Nov 3rd
New on the Paris scene, this designer property is the sister hotel of the Murano. The Kube Hotel Paris offers similar standard of service and accommodation but has its own identity. It is located in a small side street, almost in a secret location. It consists of 3 buildings around a cobbled courtyard where the glass Cube reception stands. Once you have crossed the reception, you move into the warm atmosphere of the lounge bar and head off in search of your room. Black lights, dark walls and fluorescent colour figures offer a new sensorial experience,. Each room is luminous and full of contrasts,. The KUBE® concept is omnipresent in this intimate decor, in the form of bedside tables, mini-bars, customised baths or washbasins. The ultimate experience at the Kube and quite an attraction is the Ice Bar. At minus 10 degrees, you will get to experience the bar made of ice, the surreal atmosphere and customized music. Quite unusual and amazing!
within 20 minutes walk : Gare du Nord, Sacre Coeur, Montmartre
underground /bus/tram: Metro stop La Chapelle (5 mins walk) restaurant: Open 12pm to 11pm every day; serving French creative cuisine.
from airport: From Charles de Gaulle airport, take RER train to Gare du More >
Intercontinental Park Lane: Review
Nov 2nd
Intercontinental Park Lane is located in one of the most exclusive address in London, right in the heart of Mayfair, just stone through away from many of London’s famous landmarks. All the bedrooms and suites have been design with high attention to detail and offer the level of comfort and exclusivity you would expect. Top gourmet and leisure facilities too. For fine dinning, book a table at Theo Randall Restaurant to enjoy the food in the recently awarded “Italian restaurants of the Year”. Alternatively, Cookbook Cafe is also an excellent option for a more casual atmosphere if all you want is a delicious meal where artisans share an demonstrate their skills at cooking stations. For the full experience at the Intercontinental Park Lane delight yourself at Spa InterContinental. Versatile accommodation welcomes individual, couple and families don’t miss the experience!
within 20 minutes walk : Hyde Park, Kensington Palace & Gardens, Knightsbridge & Harrods, National Science Museum, Royal Albert Hall , Oxford Street, Mayfair, Green Park, Buckingham Palace, Piccadilly Circus Trafalgar Square.
bedroom: Residential feel with a distinct local flavour, the bedroom furnishing is modern twist on traditional style. The fabrics are part of a heritage collection, reflecting the colours used in stately homes. Furnishings More >
Hotel Rey Juan Carlos I: Review
Nov 1st
The Hotel Rey Juan Carlos is located on the Diagonal, city’s main avenue and a great choice of hotel for those seeking more luxurious accommodation during their stay in Barcelona. The rooms are spacious, well furnished and great amenities with a variety of restaurants and bars to enjoy a relaxing meal and drink. The 19th Century gardens and outdoor pool provides a tranquil setting in an extremely busy city. After a day in business or exploring the all the delights the City has to offer pamper yourself to a spa treatment.
within 20 minutes walk : Barcelona University, Barcelona Football Club and Financial & Business Centre. underground /bus/tram: Plenty of bus routes and the metro station are nearby that take approx 15 minutes to reach the central areas such as Las Ramblas.
restaurant: Garden restaurant & Lounge offers creative Mediterranean menus in outdoor tranquil settings. The Polo Restaurant serves international buffet and a la carte meals.
from airport: From the airport the hotel is 20 minutes away by taxi and 40 minutes by train & metro, take the train to Sants Estacio then the metro line No 3 to Zona Univeritara.
parking: Parking is available (booked & payable locally).
number of rooms: 433
business facilities: Hotel can arrange meetings for all More >
Galleria Park Hotel: Review
Oct 26th
The Galleria Park’s 177 rooms are located 2 blocks from Union Square, the Financial District, and Chinatown. The upscale hotel is decorated in art-novueau style (constructed in 1911). The rooms include data-ports for dialing up the ‘net and VCRs. Valet parking is available for an additional charge along with a fitness center and rooftop park jogging track.
Barbara from Maryland writes, “The Park Galleria on Sutter was a wonderful place to stay. Price listed for double room was $275 per night, but we were able to stay for $130 due to discount hotel booking online<. The doorman was polite, as well as other employees. Hotel offered to upgrade us to king-size beds upon arrival. The rooms were comfortable – great for a family of four, with 2 double beds. The hotel offered wine tasting at night, and a cozy, blazing fire in the lobby. We would definitely stay there again!”
N.K. writes, “It was really great, I definitely recommend it highly. Great location by Union Square, very convenient to all transportation and such. I paid $99 a night and it was a great value compared to other hotels. In terms of the room, it was very nicely decorated with 2 loveseat/couches, lovely More >
Apollo Hotel London: Review
Oct 25th
Friendly, family run town house hotel situated in a quiet residential street within easy walking distance of Queensway and Bayswater tube stations. Small lobby with television and small seating area. Bedrooms at the Apollo Hotel London are decorated in a traditional style and all have particularly good en suite modern bathrooms for a hotel of this standard. Hotel has added a lift and some extra bedrooms this year. A good budget hotel in London.
customer rating : 2.6 out of 5 (40 customers rated this hotel) within 20 minutes walk : Hyde Park, Marble Arch, Portobello Market extra information: There is currently no working lift until the end of December 2010.
underground /bus/tram: Queensway and Bayswater tube stations are both a 5 minute walk away from the
restaurant: none, continental breakfast is served in the breakfast room from 7:30 am 9:30 am daily. from airport: Heathrow – taxi direct c. 35 GBP
parking: Public parking is available 5 minutes walk from the
rooms: 46
business facilities: Wireless internet access is available throughout the hotel, charges apply.
disabled facilities: None
family info: Family rooms for 4 available. Baby cots available on request. Children up to the age of 5 are free of charge and accommodated in cot beds which need to be requested at the time of booking More >
Custom House Hotel: Review
Oct 25th
A comfortable, functional hotel in the Docklands located opposite the Excel Centre and the DLR and Overground stations so transport into the city is very quick and convenient. The hotel is also well located for London City Airport. Large welcoming lobby area which has recently had a small refurbishment and fairly spacious rooms with en-suite (shower only). Although rooms are quite simple they are comfortable, clean and bright. There is a breakfast room at the Custom House Hotel London and The Victoria pub which serves a food menu.
within 20 minutes walk : Excel Exhibition centre, London Regatta Centre underground /bus/tram: Custom House for Docklands Light Railway and Mainline Silverlink train station are opposite the hotel just few minutes walk away. from airport: City Airport is close to the hotel and costs approx. £5 by taxi or take the DLR and change at Canning town to Custom House parking: Uncovered parking at cost of £10 per night rooms: 268
business facilities: 5 meeting rooms with capacity for up to 180; business centre available at the hotel disabled facilities: Wheelchair access to the hotel, public areas and lifts and some bedrooms have been especially adapted for wheelchair use. family info: There are standard rooms available which comprise of More >
Catalonia Barcelona Plaza: Review
Oct 22nd
Situated on Barcelona’s Plaza de España, the Catalonia Plaza Hotel has a rooftop pool and sun terrace with panoramic views of the city. There is free access to the fitness center.
Espanya Metro Station is outside the hotel. There are also many bus stops on the square providing guests with easy access to the city and Barcelona Airport. All rooms feature air conditioning, free Wi-Fi and satellite TV. The marble bathroom comes complete with a hairdryer.
The Filigrana Restaurant at Catalonia Barcelona Plaza serves international cuisine. The Snack Bar Plaza offers light refreshments, and cocktails are available in the piano bar.
The hotel has views out over the square, fountains and Montjuic Palace. It is also just 550 yards from the Olympic Stadium and Palau Sant Jordi. Hotel Rooms: 347. Hotel Chain: Hoteles Catalonia.
Standard rooms can accommodate up to 3 people. There are a limited number of larger rooms for 4 people in the hotel which may consist of 2 bedrooms sharing a bathroom. Safety boxes in the rooms are free to use. Designated smoking rooms available on request.