World Best Hotels

Starhotels Splendid Venice

2009-11-13T03:46:00.000-08:00

Set directly on the canal bank this elegant hotel features comfortable guest rooms, a traditional restaurant, and a panoramic roof terrace. Walk to St. Mark’s Square in 5 minutes.

Set in an ancient building, Starhotels Splendid Venice is a real mix of luxury, tradition, and contemporary design. Enjoy the view from the sunny rooftop terrace or, in winter, relax in front of the fireplace in the cosy lounge. You also have a library, music room, and media room to choose from.

The Splendid Venice has its own private pier if you wish to travel by gondola or motor boat. You will be greeted by the professional team of friendly staff who guarantee a warm welcome and a personalised service.

Enjoy typical Venetian cuisine in a stylish and intimate atmosphere in the restaurant. Admire romantic views of the passing gondolas. After dinner, relax with a drink in the lounge which has a retractable glass roof so it can be enjoyed all year round.

Hotel Rooms: 165. Hotel Chain: Starhotels.

Banke Hôtel Paris 20 Rue La Fayette , 09. Opéra, 75009 Paris

2009-11-13T03:45:00.000-08:00

This luxury, design hotel in the centre of Paris offers 5-star services in one of the most commercial and luxurious parts of Paris, the Opéra district.

Situated on rue La Fayette near Boulevard Haussmann, the Hotel Banke is a new concept in the Paris hotel industry.

Restored with contemporary decor, a sophisticated atmosphere and a private art collection, the Hotel Banke, which opened in April 2009, occupies a classic Parisian building designed by architects Paul Friesse and Cassien Bernard in an Eiffel style.

Stay in one of the hotel's 94 magnificent rooms, some with spectacular, incomparable panoramic views of the Sacré Cœur, or one of the 60m² suites, ideal for long stays.

The Banke Hotel also boasts two restaurants, the Josefin whith avant-garde Mediterranean cuisine, the Banke for banquets, celebrations, the Lola Bar with delicious cocktails, snacks and tapas, The Klub for dancing the night away, a spa zone (coming soon) and an art gallery, making it one of the most exclusive places in the French capital.

Hotel Rooms: 94. Hotel Chain: Derby Hotels.

Hotel Le Mathurin Paris

2009-11-13T03:44:00.000-08:00

Le Mathurin welcomes you at the heart of Paris in the prestigious Madeleine district. The luxury rooms are beautifully decorated in leather and velvet. They are designed for ultimate comfort.

The hotel features original works of art, a fully equipped conference room, and a private spa with a hammam, Jacuzzi and a massage room. Why not pamper yourself with a facial or a body treatment.

Paris’s main attractions are all easily accessible on foot or via the numerous Metro stops surrounding the hotel.

The staff at Le Mathurin offer immaculate services and will be happy to help you organise your stay in Paris 24 hours a day.

Hotel Rooms: 54.

Hotel Brighton Paris

2009-11-13T03:42:00.000-08:00

With an excellent location opposite the Louvre and the Tuileries Gardens, the Hotel Brighton offers luxurious accommodation in the heart of Paris and is housed in a magnificent 19th-century building.

The Hotel Brighton blends historical charm with modern comfort. All the rooms have been refurbished and feature typical Parisian decor, period furniture and lovely paintings.

Admire the antique furniture, chandeliers, and wonderful pieces of art which adorn the salon and the breakfast room.

Paris’s attractions are all easily accessible on foot or via the numerous Metro stops surrounding the hotel.

The professional staff at the Hotel Brighton will be happy to help you organise your stay in Paris 24 hours a day.

Au Manoir Saint Germain

2009-11-13T03:41:00.002-08:00

Overlooking the famous Flore and Deux Magots cafes, this hotel is situated on the Left Bank, in the Saint-Germain-des-Prés district. The Louvre and the Orsay Museum are within walking distance.

The Au Manoir Saint Germain offers beautifully decorated rooms with satellite TV, a work desk, and luxury amenities.

Start the day with a delicious buffet breakfast in the hotel’s charming breakfast room.

Paris’s attractions are easily accessible on foot or via the numerous Metro stops surrounding the hotel.

After a busy day in Paris you can relax with a drink on the Manoir Saint Germain’s peaceful patio.

Hotel Rooms: 28.

Hotel Marignan Champs Elysees

2009-11-13T03:41:00.001-08:00

Built in the 18th century as a private residence, Hotel Marignan enjoys a privileged situation close to the Champs-Elysées.

Combining luxury and an intimate atmosphere, Hotel Marignan is set in an Art-Déco building and offers its guests a stylish comfort as well as a full range of high technology facilities.

Hotel Marignan features a restaurant, the Spoon Paris at Marignan, supervised by famous Chef Alain Ducasse, and the 15Cent15 lounge bar.

A great base to explore the city of Paris, hotel Marignan offers a view on the Eiffel Tower.

Hotel Rooms: 73.

Warwick Champs-Elysees

2009-11-13T03:39:00.000-08:00

Located right off the prestigious Champs-Elysées avenue, at the crossroads of fashion, entertnaiment and business.

The renovated Warwick Champs-Elysées offers 149 stylish appointed, spacious rooms and elegant suites that have individual terraces and views of Paris.

"W" restaurant, recognised by various gastronomic guides innovate French cuisine, offers a seasonal menu, whilst the "W Bar" is an inviting Parisian meeting place for an afternoon tea, cocktails and light meals. 5 meeting rooms.

Hotel Rooms: 149. Hotel Chain: Warwick Hotels.

Hotel Raphael, Paris

2009-11-13T03:26:00.000-08:00

Entering Hotel Raphael one discovers the atmosphere of a private club. Walnut paneling and generous seating areas line the wide gallery, hung with art and carpeted with Oriental rugs. Rococo describes the ambience of the high-ceilinged guest rooms, furnished with Regency, Louis XV, Louis XVI, Empire, and Directoire antiques, yet thoughtfully appointed with satellite television, direct-dial telephone with voice mail and modem port. Within the sight of the Arc de Triomphe, and near the Avenue Champs-Elysies and the elegant Avenue Foch, Hotel Raphael is a blend of opulence and discretion.

Room Amenities

In Room Wireless Internet Access Fee
Air Conditioning (In Room)
Refrigerator
Telephone
Television (Cable/Satellite)

Non-Smoking Rooms
In Room Wireless Internet Access
Television
DVD/VCR
Daily Maid Service

Safe (In Room)
Telephone (Voicemail)
Balcony/Terrace
Mini-Bar

Hotel Details

85 Rooms / 6 Floors
Built in 1925
Babysitting or Child Care
Electronic Key
Laundry/ Dry Cleaning Service
Multi-lingual Staff
Pets Allowed
Car Rental

Smoke Alarm in Rooms
Photocopy Service
Meeting Facilities
Administrative Services
Concierge Services
Common/Public Areas Accessible to Wheelchairs
Currency Exchange
A-V Equipment Rental

Fax (For Guests)
Common Area Wireless Access Fee Ind
Common Area Wireless Access
Laundry Room
Room Service
Restaurant in Hotel
Health Club

France Hotels, Vacations, Tourism

2009-11-13T03:24:00.000-08:00

Long considered the paragon of style, Paris is the most glamorous city in Europe. It is at once deeply traditional – a village-like metropolis whose inhabitants continue to be notorious for their hauteur – and famously cosmopolitan. While such contradictions and contrasts may be the reality of any city, they are the makings of Paris: consider the tiny lanes and alleyways of the Quartier Latin or Montmartre against the monumental vistas from the Louvre to La Défense; the multiplicity of street markets and old-fashioned pedestrian arcades against the giant underground commercial complexes of Montparnasse and Les Halles; or the aristocratic wealth of the grand quarters against the vibrant chaos of the poorer districts.

At times, Paris can feel inhumanly magnificent, the arrogance of its monuments encompassing the chilly pomp of the Panthéon, the industrial chic of the Eiffel Tower and the almost spiritual glasswork of the Louvre pyramid. Yet it also operates on a very human scale, with exquisite, secretive little nooks tucked away from the Grands Boulevards and very definite little communities revolving around games of boules and the local boulangerie and café. And even as Paris's culture is transformed by its large immigrant and gay populations, even as extravagant new buildings are commissioned and erected, many of the city's streets, cafés and restaurants remain remarkably, defiantly unchanged.

In the great local tradition of the flâneur, or thoughtful boulevard-stroller, Paris is a wonderful city for aimless wandering. Relaxed quarters such as the vibrant Marais, elegant St-Germain and romantic Montmartre are ideal for street-browsing, shopping and café-sitting, and the city's lack of open space is redeemed by beautiful formal gardens, by the pathways and pavements that run beside the River Seine, and by endless hidden or unexpected havens. And everywhere you go, historic landmark buildings and contemporary architectural wonders remind you of the city's pride and grandeur – and stop you getting lost.

There are over 150 art galleries and museums in the city – few of them duds – and an uncounted number of cafés, brasseries and restaurants lining every street and boulevard. The variety of style and decor is hard to beat, ranging from ultra-modern fashion temples to traditional, mirrored palaces, and from tiny bistrots where the emphasis is all on the cooking to bustling Vietnamese diners. After dark, the city's theatres and concert halls host inventive and world-leading productions of theatre and dance, while many classical concerts take place in fine architectural settings, particularly chapels and churches. Above all, Paris is a real cinema capital, and the city's vibrant cultural mix puts it at the forefront of the world music scene.

Money Matters in Switzerland

2009-11-13T03:13:00.000-08:00

Currency: Swiss Franc (SFr) = 100 rappen or centimes. Notes are in denominations of SFr1000, 500, 200, 100, 50, 20 and 10. Coins are in denominations of SFr5, 2 and 1, and 50, 20, 10 and 5 centimes.

Eurocheques: Eurocheques are no longer guaranteed and and can not be accepted for encashments but may be useable for payments wihtout the guarantee.

Currency exchange: Personal cheques within the Eurocheque system are accepted. ATMs provide a convenient means of obtaining Swiss Francs. There are Bureaux de Change at train stations and banks.

Credit & debit cards: MasterCard, American Express, Diners Club and Visa are widely accepted. Check with your credit, or debit, card company for details of merchant acceptability and other facilities which may be available.

Travellers cheques: Pound Sterling, US Dollar, Euro or Swiss Franc cheques are accepted at airports, railway stations and banks. To avoid additional exchange rate charges, travellers are advised to take travellers cheques in Pounds Sterling, Euros or US Dollars.

Currency restrictions: There are no restrictions on the import or export of local or foreign currencies.

Banking hours: Mon-Fri 08:30-16:30.

Passport/Visa for Switzerland

2009-11-13T03:12:00.000-08:00

Passport: Passport valid for three months after intended period of stay required by all except:

(a) nationals of Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxemburg, Malta, Monaco, The Netherlands, Portugal, San Marino, Slovak Republic, Slovenia and Spain holding a valid national ID card.

(b) foreigners holding national Identity Cards issued by the governments of Belgium, France or Luxemburg, provided they are resident in one of these countries.

Visas: Citizens of Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, the UK and the USA do not require a visa. A maximum stay of three months applies though passports are rarely stamped

General Information about Switzerland

2009-11-13T03:10:00.000-08:00

Small, mountainous and wealthy, with a population of just seven million, Switzerland is renowned for its enviable quality of life in a country that ticks along like clockwork. Its products are sought after the world over, from dangerously delicious cheese and chocolate to luxurious watches whose timekeeping is as sharp as a Swiss army knife, another popular export from this clever little nation in the Alps.

Switzerland’s famed political neutrality and isolated location, ring-fenced by mountains, have enabled it to play a safe but central role in European affairs. These factors also gave rise to the coveted Swiss bank account, whose anonymity, along with tax relief and what may be the safest banks in the world, have made Zürich one of Europe’s major financial hubs. The conveniently central location in the middle of Europe has also made Switzerland a favourite meeting place for conventions and international conferences – Geneva, for instance, is home to the United Nations.

Switzerland is not only a place for professionals, though. As a stylish tourist destination it offers top ski resorts like Zermatt and celebrity-studded St Moritz, while the white peaks of mountains set against blue skies make a wonderful backdrop for summertime hiking. The ancient capital of Berne provides opportunities for sightseeing and elegant shopping, while nightlife can prove to be a lot of fun, too, since the Swiss like their food and folk music even in discotheques and nightclubs.

Full country name: Swiss Confederation
Area: 41,295 sq km (16,105 sq mi)
Population: 7.3 million
Capital city: Bern (pop 130,000)
People: 74% German, 20% French, 4% Italian & 1% Romansch
Language: German, French, Italian & Romansch
Religion: 49% Roman Catholic & 48% Protestant
Government: Federal republic
President: Kaspar Villiger

Aarau Hotels Switzerland

2009-11-13T03:02:00.000-08:00

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Ritz-Carlton Buckhead, Atlanta

2009-11-05T07:00:00.000-08:00

This renovated luxury Atlanta getaway in chic Buckhead neighborhood is directly across from prestigious shopping at Lenox Square and Phipps Plaza.

A familiar landmark on Atlanta's social scene, in the heart of the city's dining, entertainment, and financial district. The hotel is also 15 minutes north of downtown and the Georgia Aquarium.

The hotel amenities include an indoor pool, a sundeck, fitness center, gift shop, the dining room, the Cafe, with live piano music, and the lobby lounge. The hotel also offers room service, valet parking, self-parking, currency exchange, laundry facilities, seamstress on duty, and international electric adapters.

All rooms feature marble floors in foyer, Bachelor's chest with fully stocked refreshment center, coffee maker and barware, 37 inch high definition flat panel television, Fully integrated technology allows for PDAs to be viewed on high definition flat panel televisions; desks have built-in power and data connections, Newly-designed marble bath with granite vanity and rain shower head, Luxurious Italian Frette linens Comfort Essentials feather beds, Goose down and non-allergenic foam pillows, Bvlgari bath products, Lighted makeup mirror, hair dryer and scale, Plush terry or lightweight bathrobe, Wireless high speed internet access, iPod docking stations, Two phone lines with conference calling, Technology Butler services, In-room safe deposit box, 24-hour in-room dining, Twice-daily housekeeping attention, Evening turndown, Complimentary overnight shoeshine Bath Butler and bath menu services, All rooms non-smoking with Barrier-free accessibility.

Four Seasons New York

2009-11-03T07:27:00.000-08:00

Near Rockefeller Plaza

Located on East 57th Street between Park and Madison Avenues and 2 blocks from Central Park, the Four Seasons New York rises 52 stories over Manhattan's premier shopping and business districts.

Full-service spa

The hotel offers a full-service health spa, sauna, spa tub, steam room, and 24-hour fitness center. There are also two restaurants and three bars on site, and room service is available 24-hours a day.

Marble bathroom

Each of the 368 elegant guest rooms features a Florentine marble bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower stall, a deep soaking tub that fills in 60 seconds, and a private changing area.

Empire Hotel New York City

2009-11-03T07:12:00.000-08:00

Upper West Side style

Extensively renovated in 2007, this Upper West Side hotel is within 1 block of Central Park’s lush greenery and the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts; Columbus Circle is 4 blocks south.

Pool overlooking park

The Empire's rooftop lounge offers expansive views of the Hudson River and Central Park. The lobby, with its stone floor and metal accents, pays tribute to the architecture of 1960s-era Lincoln Center.

Tropical rain shower

Guestrooms feature Frette Italian bed linens, and tropical rain showers with teak floors. Additional amenities include MP3 docking stations, large flat-panel TVs, and complimentary wireless Internet access.

Hilton Garden Inn Times Square

2009-11-03T07:11:00.000-08:00

Broadway: 1 block

Located just a block from Times Square and the excitement of Broadway, this Midtown New York hotel is within 3 blocks of more than 20 big-name theaters; numerous corporate offices are within 6 blocks.

Pre-theater dining

Complimentary wireless Internet access is available throughout the Hilton Garden Inn. The on-site Pigalle brasserie, with pressed-tin ceiling, zinc bar, and Parisian posters, is a popular choice for pre-theater dining.

Microwave, mini-fridge

All guestrooms offer 27-inch LCD flat-panel televisions. Conveniences include compact refrigerators, microwaves, wireless and wired high-speed Internet access, and desks with ergonomic Herman Miller chairs.

The Belvedere Hotel

2009-11-03T07:02:00.000-08:00

Art Deco hotel in New York's Theater District

Midtown convenience

This New York hotel is a half-block west of Eighth Avenue and the main cluster of Broadway theaters. Times Square is 2 blocks away, and Rockefeller Center is a 3-block walk.

Brazilian verve

A big, popular Brazilian restaurant serves skewered meats and features a live band five nights weekly. An Art Deco–style café offers buffet and Continental breakfast (surcharge).

Microwaves, fridges

The Belvedere’s smoke-free guestrooms include pink-marble entryways and kitchenettes with microwaves, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers. Wireless Internet access is available.

Sofitel New York

2009-11-03T07:01:00.000-08:00

Near theaters

A block east of the Theater District and opening onto both West 44th and West 45th streets, the Sofitel New York shares its excellent location on West 44th with other fashionable hotels and restaurants.

French-American menu

A restaurant with warm-weather sidewalk seating and an expansive French-accented bar/lounge offers French and American meals and bar menu. A fitness center remains open 24 hours.

Orchids, candles

Guestrooms and suites featuring Sofitel signature MyBeds include separate tubs and showers, French toiletries, candles, and orchids in marble bathrooms. Desks have high-speed Internet connections.

Flatotel Hotel New York

2009-11-03T06:08:00.000-08:00

Flatotel located near Radio City New York is a luxury suite hotel located in New York City. The 289 rooms are stunning and large with their custom designed furniture and each is equipped with all the accommodations needed to make you feel right at home. These would include such things as cable television, telephone, ironing facilities, high speed internet and microwave.

The hotel offers very spacious and comfortable rooms. There is a business center with computer along with a copier and fax machine making it an excellent choice for the traveler visiting New York on business. The fitness center at this hotel has treadmills, stationary bicycles and cardiovascular equipment for the guest to use.

Flatotel is one of New York’s finest high rise hotels. It even has a Sky Gym which can be found on the forty-six floor of the hotel. The staff is trained to be professional and will always treat their guest friendly and efficiently. They are committed to taking care of all the needs of their guest.

Hotel Riverside Studios New York

2009-11-03T06:00:00.000-08:00

Stay in the heart of Manhattan's most historical and trendy neighbourhoods. This landmark building with its European flavour is located in one of New York's luxurious residential area. Hotel Riverside Studio is only a couple of blocks from Broadway next to Trump Towers new buildings and walking distance to the two magnificent parks, Central Park and Riverside Park.

The hotel offers guests the opportunity to mingle with true New Yorkers surrounded by many restaurants featuring international specialty shops, supermarkets, buses, subways, easy access to taxi, five minutes by train to Times Square.

The 120 charming rooms share neat and clean bathrooms; property has 100 rooms newly renovated with alarm clock, iron, hairdryer, daily linen service and 24-hour front desk, coin laundry, vending machines, public phones in the lobby . Enjoy your private room with a view of a 3 million dollar garden. The friendly and multilingual staff will assist you with all your questions.

Best Western Plaza Hotel New York

2009-11-03T05:54:00.000-08:00

The Best Western Plaza is a newly constructed Hotel in Long Island City, conveniently located near the Queensboro Bridge and “F” train, Manhattan is a quick and easy drive or train ride away.

All the 121 brand new and spacious rooms at the Best Western Plaza boasts free high-speed Internet and complimentary Continental Breakfast. Moreover, each rooms includes a 32-inch flat screen televisions, safety deposit box, and mini-refrigerator. On-site parking is also available at no cost (limited spaces). Guests are also welcome to use our 24 hour business centre and fitness room.

Whether travelling to New York City for business or pleasure, experience the friendly, professional and helpful staff at the Best Western Plaza Hotel. Plan your trip today and enjoy a 100 Percent smoke-free facility with views of the Manhattan Skyline (limited rooms only).

Vincci Avalon Hotel

2009-11-03T04:06:00.000-08:00

Vincci Avalon Hotel offers business and leisure travelers the perfect setting. A unique European-style boutique hotel in Manhattan, Vincci Avalon is situated just steps away from the Empire State Building and Penn Station.

Times Square, Broadway, The Jacob Javits Convention Center, Herald Square shopping, Macy´s and the heart of Manhattan's business district are also within walking distance. Enjoy the luxury of the most spacious and comfortable accommodation in the area.

DISNEYS GRAND CALIFORNIAN

2009-08-28T17:26:00.000-07:00

Influences of the Craftsman-style architecture of the majestic Disney's Grand Californian Hotel® and Spa can be felt in each of its elegantly appointed guestrooms.Guestrooms overlook one of four scenes: Disney's California Adventure park, the hotel's sparkling pool with whimsical redwood slide, the colorful Downtown Disney District, or the lights of the surrounding city. The natural wood of the finely crafted furniture and the muted earth tones of the bedspreads, carpeting, and wall coverings bring the beauty of nature indoors. Special features include lighted closets, full-length wardrobe mirrors and separate vanity areas with dual sinks accessorized by marble countertops. bunk beds are available in select rooms for the little campers in your family. In addition, all rooms are equipped with TVs, key-operated in-room safes, writing desk, and high-speed Internet access.Promotion Disclaimer: *400 savings is based on the non-discounted price for the same 4-night package, with 4-Day Disneyland ? Resort Park Hopper ? Bonus Tickets, at a Disneyland ? Resort hotel. Offer is valid for bookings from 8/12/09 through 12/19/09 and for arrivals from 8/23/09 through 12/20/09 with travel being completed by 12/24/09. Not valid for previously booked rooms or for suites. Check for offers associated with different package lengths of stays. The Disneyland ? Resort Park Hopper ? Bonus Tickets expire 13 days after first use or 12/30/09, whichever occurs first, and each day of use of a ticket constitutes one full day of use. Tickets may not be sold or transferred for commercial purposes. The number of rooms allocated for this package may be restricted and are subject to the blockout dates of 11/25/09-11/27/09; advance reservations required. Not valid with group rates or any other discount or promotion. Subject to restrictions and change without notice.

Disneys Grand Californian Features

Family rooms
Resort
First class
Data port
Meeting rooms

Restaurant
Business center
Wheelchair accessible
Fitness Center
Swimming pool

Disneys Grand Californian Property Information:

Rooms: 745
Floors: 6