My blog about hotels

Luxuriating at the Swiss Diamond Hotel Olivella at Lake Lugano

Kl — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 09:29:31 +0000

The Swiss Diamond Hotel Olivella is a lakeside hotel & resort complex, situated in Lugano, Lake Lugano, Switzerland. The hotel is presently offering the package The Taste of Ticino, which includes complimentary wine and basket of fruit upon arriving and transportation assistance during arrival and departure. As for the taste of Ticino, guests would be treated to cheese tasting, meals at Ticino grottos and access to Casino Campione d’Italia and Museum cantonale di storia naturale.

You would also have a chance to shop at the Fox Town Outlet Shopping Center. Of course, your stay would not be complete without a trip at the lake itself. Basic accommodations at the Swiss Diamond Hotel Olivella cost 575 CHF (room with view of the lake). How about you, have you ever been to Switzerland?

Getting Romantic at Maryborough Hotel & Spa

Kl — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 09:28:12 +0000

It’s easy to be romantic at Maryborough Hotel & Spa in Cork, County Cork, Ireland. Relatively cheap (150 euro for basic rooms) and well-located, the Maryborough Hotel & Spa offers an 18 meter swimming pool, spa, hundred-year old gardens and orchards. Gastronomy is handled by the Zings Restaurant. For a taste of Irish cuisine, visit the award-winning Zings. For snacking, the Café Bar and Garden Room is the place to be.

According to insider information, the best view can be gotten by booking room # 205. For amenities and sheer luxury, try to get suite # 242. For more varied gastronomy, the homemade cookies are the best. The ESPA Spa is also worth visiting to enhance your relaxation.

Merrion Hall Hotel: Edwardian, Ultra-Modern and Ultra-Chic

Kl — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 09:26:26 +0000

If you’re looking for a large estate upon visiting Dublin in Ireland, then the Merrion Hall Hotel is right for you. Located right alongside business establishments and cultural institutions, there’s no other way to experience the spirit of the Irish age than by staying at the Merrion. For pleasurable strolling, try the Merrion’s courtyards and lush gardens. The Merrion only has 34 bedrooms. High-speed wireless Internet is available throughout the whole hotel.

While they don’t have a convention center or similar spaces, the Merrion Hotel Does offer basic communications amenities such as fax services, secretarial support and computer terminals for the use of all guests. The Merrion Hall Hotel is only 30 minutes away from Dublin International Airport.

Retreat & Relaxation at the Londa in Cyprus

Kl — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 09:25:06 +0000

The country of Cyprus brings us the Londa, a one of a kind contemporarily designed hotel. The Londa features a beachfront facility and offers basic accommodations for only 192 euro. The hotel is close to two airports. The hotel is only 40 minutes away from the Larnaca International Airport, while it will only take 50 minutes to travel to the Paphos International Airport from the hotel. Whether you’re travelling as a newly wed couple or out to relax on your own, the Londa is right for you.

Presently, the hotel is offering the package Ladies Stress Buster. The package includes 5 nights accommodation, breakfast, welcome drinks and relaxation treatments at the Three Spa and Club.

Business-Class Hospitality at Le Chatelain All Suite Hotel

Kl — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 09:23:48 +0000

Located strategically at the city center at Brussels, Belgium, the Le Chatelain All Suite Hotel is only 10 minutes from the International Eurostar Terminal. From the hotel, you can also reach the Brussels International Airport within 20 minutes. Nearby locations include Maastricht, Liege, Lille, Brugge and Aachen. Basic accommodations at Le Chatelain All Suite Hotel cost 144 euro. Constructed at a secluded location, the Le Chatelain All Suite Hotel exudes an old world charm for all to enjoy.

For food and beverages, visit the hotel’s very own B’Artist Café. For gourmet food and the like, the La Maison du Chatelain is your prime stop. The La Maison du Chatelain serves only the best international cuisine from both Europe and Asia. How about you, do you like European food over Asian? Or do you prefer the fiery Mediterranean dishes over all else?

A Rich Fairytale Experience at La Sultana in Morocco

Kl — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 09:22:26 +0000

La Sultana in Morrocco has recently experienced an expansive and detailed renovation, adding to its already fairytale-like interiors and architecture. If you’re visiting Marrakech this year, make sure you stay at La Sultana. La Sultana is actually a luxurious boutique hotel, complete with panoramic terraces, riads and 18-hole golf courses in adjacent locations. La Sultana also invites vacationers to experience a one-of-a-kind relaxation called The Zen Experience, exclusive at the hotel.

It only takes 10 minutes to get to Marrakech Menara International Airport. If you’re planning to host an event in the area, the La Sultana conference area can accommodate up to 400 individuals at any one time.

Romance Half a World Away: The House Barbados

Kl — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 09:20:41 +0000

40 minutes away from the Grantley Adams Airport, the House Barbados already has legions of loyal fans that make it a point to stay at “The House” whenever they are in the area. A medium-sized boutique hotel, The House Barbados boasts of a beachfront facility, 32 suites and hotel ambassadors who shall effectively assist all guests, individually in anything they could possibly need during their stay. Only adults are allowed in The House, to maintain the peaceful atmosphere.

For your dining needs, The House provides their excellent restaurant, Daphne. One of the main highlights of the Daphne is the cocktail bar, where you can choose from an extensive line of unique drinks to soothe and stimulate the senses.

Visiting the Heart of Amsterdam: Staying at the Hotel Toro

Kl — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 09:19:06 +0000

If you dislike grand marina-themed hotels and castle-like structures, better stay at the Hotel Toro if you’re in Amsterdam. While Amsterdam has many more treasures to reveal and a friendly population to boot, it’s best to spend a quiet retreat with your loved one at this petite but luxurious hotel. Located centrally in the city, the hotel is only 16 kilometers from the nearest airport, Schipol Airport.

The hotel is close to many bars and restaurants, a sure way to make your dining experience in Amsterdam as variegated and interesting as Amsterdam’s history itself. Even if it’s a small hotel, the Hotel Toro also has meeting facilities, complete with Internet and fax services.

Hotel Quinta da Marinha Resort: Tranquility by the Sea

Kl — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 09:17:41 +0000

If you’re going to fly to Portugal for your vacation, a very tranquil retreat would be the Hotel Quinta da Marinha Resort. This tranquil retreat offers modern amenities set in a backdrop of the seaside, a sandy beach and lush, green trees all around. Basic accommodation starts at 155 euro. Presently, the hotel is offering a Romantic Package, preferably for two people.

The package includes 2 nights accommodation, breakfast by buffet and access to various fitness & relaxation facilities such as the spa and health club. This package costs 306.00 euro. The hotel is half an hour away from the Lisbon International airport. Have you ever vacationed in Portugal? Where did you go, then?

Retreat to the Mountainside: Enter the Quinta da Bela Vista in Madeira

Kl — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 09:16:07 +0000

Portugal is a land of sights and sounds. If you want someplace tranquil yet loaded with modern amenities, no other place compares to the mountainside retreat that is the Quinta da Bela Vista in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal. For as low as 165 euro, you can treat yourself and your lover to scenic views of forests and lakes.

The hotel is presently offering the Magic Moments- Luxury Honeymoon Package. The package includes 4-night accommodation, complimentary wine & strawberries when you arrive, continental breakfast, gourmet meals at the 1844 Old Manor House, access to sports facilities, personal concierge and even airport transportation assistance. The Quinta da Bela Vista is only 25 minutes away from Madeira International Airport.