Hotels – global hotel system

With every decade that goes by China opens itself further to the West. By now Hong Kong feels like it’s right next door, and Beijing and Shanghai are quickly losing their air of exoticism. Even Xi’an, the eastern end of the Silk Road, is finding itself more and more accessible to foreign travelers; surely it’s a sign of the times that the top hotel in town is the Sofitel on Renmin Square, an utterly modern luxury hotel from the French-owned international chain.

Outside it’s a fairly typical commercial building, about as Chinese as any Sofitel anywhere — which is to say, not a lot at all. Inside, though, there’s a generous helping of local color, from the rich colored fabrics in the rooms (it wasn’t called the Silk Road for nothing) to the rows of vases in the restaurant, a visual allusion perhaps to the Terra Cotta Soldiers in Qin Shi Huang’s mausoleum, less than an hour to the east.

Services include the usual array of five-star offerings, as well as some rather unique ones — restaurants include the usual Cantonese and Mediterranean offerings as well as a Muslim restaurant, serving halal cuisine as a tribute to the region’s Islamic history (yes, really).

Please note: At Sofitel on Renmin Square, there is a 10% service charge that is not included in the room rates.

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Chris Blackwell’s Island Outpost hotel group has always made the most of its music-business connections, for good reason — Jamaica without reggae just wouldn’t be the same (and Chris Blackwell, without Island Records, might not own hotels in the first place). With Geejam, however, this marriage goes a step further.

This place was actually a recording studio first, where the likes of Gorillaz and Björk went away to focus anyone on the music. It seems the beachside surroundings and the sunny contemporary interiors are a great improvement over the usual dank and darkened studio control room, and the lodging experience turned out to be one that’s well worth sharing with the non-musician general public.

Any hotel in the Caribbean that’s worth staying at had better be small, but this one is vanishingly tiny — just seven units (though one of those is a three-bedroom villa). And for all the place’s hipster cachet, it’s kept remarkably low-key; it’s closer to some of Jamaica’s finest beaches than it is to the nightlife in Port Antonio, ten minutes away. There’s some small chance it’ll be a bit stressful for a musician on holiday, being that close to the workplace — but for anyone else, a surprisingly effective escape.

How to get there:

The main international airport is Norman Manley in Kingston. Guests can connect to a twenty-minute private flight via plane over the Blue Mountains to a local airstrip, known as Ken Jones. Geejam is approximately 30 mins. drive from Ken Jones, which is complimentary. Alternatively, a private helicopter can also be chartered directly to and from the airport, and for those who are a little squeamish with small planes, Geejam is currently a two & a half hour drive from Kingston. Contact the hotel’s reservations dept. to make arrangements.

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The first upscale boutique hotel in Sri Lanka’s interior brings new meaning to the phrase “instant classic.” Though just opened in 2005, Kandy House has roots two centuries old — from 1804 on it was home to one of Sri Lanka’s ruling families — and the stylish, newly renovated interiors stop a bit short of trendy minimalism, instead mixing modern fixtures and materials with traditional architecture and an impressive array of antique furniture.

All of the eight rooms (and one suite) are contained in the old manor house, so the experience is a remarkably authentic one — there’s no television, and without air conditioning you’re forced to engage with your environment a bit, throw open those windows or even step out on the veranda and survey the grounds of the estate and the jungle beyond. Authentic doesn’t mean uncomfortable, though, as the ceiling fans and the gentle hill country breeze keep things cool, and the four-poster beds and claw-foot tubs are classic low-tech luxury.

In fact there’s little to do here that wouldn’t have been possible to 19th-century guests as well — the courtyard and the verandah are still the house’s main attractions, though the pool is presumably of newer vintage. Food is upscale traditional Sri Lankan, with produce selected daily from the market in Kandy proper. And for a look into Sri Lanka’s pre-colonial past, you can’t do better than the city of Kandy and its surrounding region — this part of the interior was the last holdout against colonization, and cultural monuments abound, including the Temple of the Tooth Relic of Buddha (which is, if you’re wondering, pretty much exactly what it sounds like).

Note: The Kandy House only accepts children over the age of 12.

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Viewed from the right angle, Tel Aviv looks as sophisticated as any of Europe’s style capitals. One such angle is framed by the rooftop lounge of the Brown TLV Urban Hotel, which frames the skyline’s nighttime panorama. Or from more or less anywhere inside the Brown, come to think of it — from the Seventies-inspired décor of the Living Room to the sleeker, more contemporary look of the Brown’s 30 swanky bedrooms.

They’re billed as “intimate” and “urban-sized,” which, yes, is a polite way of saying they’re a little on the small side. They won’t feel cramped, though; with big plush beds, work stations, walk-in showers and plenty of closet space, there’s not much more you’d ask for. The smallest are aimed at the solo traveler, while those at the higher end of the range add sitting areas or small balconies.

A single spa suite caters to guests in need of a little pampering, a chic little meeting space offers the city’s best-looking boardroom, and they’re working on opening a restaurant — until then you’re in the capable hands of a couple of neighboring cafés. There’s nothing particularly revolutionary about it, except for the location — it’s high time Tel Aviv, with its famously glamorous nightlife, got the boutique hotel it so richly deserves.

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It doesn’t get much more Californian than this. The West Coast is blessed with a surplus of mid-century motor inns, in varying states of repair, and more and more of them are being reborn as something a little bit more stylish. The Presidio, in downtown Santa Barbara, is a case in point — its owners must have seen something worth preserving underneath the layers of thoughtless renovations, because they’ve kept the bones of the place intact, even as they’ve completely replaced its skin.

And while some developers might opt for a bland luxury concept (with prices to match), the Presidio stays accessible: while the design, by local artists Kat Trajano and Stephanie Mansolf, looks like a million dollars, the comforts are pared-down, with the atmosphere doing most of the work. It’s a slightly whimsical look, which suits both the sunny California setting and the quirky motel building itself, with its off-kilter peaked timber roof.

It’s a breath of fresh air for anyone who’s seen enough anodyne corporate luxury, and it goes without saying that it’s a massive improvement on what came before. Attached is the Supply Room, which has quickly become one of Santa Barbara’s best-curated women’s boutiques — and from there you’re off and running, with the city center’s shops and restaurants beginning practically at the end of the driveway.

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Please note: Grand Hotel Tremezzo Palace is open annually from April through October.

Midway down the southwestern arm of Italy’s sublime Lake Como is the town of Tremezzo — just one of many spectacular towns by the water, it’s as stunning as any of them, and is home to something rather impressive: the Grand Hotel Tremezzo Palace.

This is a grand hotel in every sense, having more in common with the stately palaces on Lake Geneva than with the trademark Italian villa hotel. Twelve acres of parkland surround the century-old building, and a hundred massed windows face out over the lake; every room overlooks either the park or the waters of Lake Como.

The interiors are elegant, leaning more toward an authentic and well-preserved tribute to the spirit of 1910, rather than the lavish set design of the much older Villa D’Este, down the road. The style is Liberty, the Italian variant of Art Nouveau, admitting a decided French influence as well as some English elements — unique indeed for a hotel in the heart of Lombardy.

Golf and tennis facilities are close at hand, and the Tremezzo offers no fewer than three outdoor pools, as well as a spa and fitness center, and access to the sporting possibilities of the lake. Three restaurants serve upscale Italian fare, two of them with breathtaking views of the water, and a cocktail bar and a wine bar serve as the centers of the hotel’s nightlife.

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Fiesta Henderson Station Casino

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Just 16 miles from the dazzling Las Vegas Strip, Fiesta Henderson Station Casino features all the gaming and excitement of Sin City without the bustle. Located right off of I-95 and I-215, and approximately 11 miles from McCarran International Airport, this hotel is also five miles from Boulder City and 20 miles from Las Vegas Motor Speedway and Hoover Dam.

The hotel’s full casino houses 18 table games, over 1,600 slots and video poker machines, a race and sportsbook, keno, and a 300-seat bingo room. Other amenities include a swimming pool, spa, game room, and a gift shop. For dining, try Festival Buffet, Baja Beach Cafe, or Fuego Steakhouse. Enjoy your favorite drink at Amigo’s Mexican Cantina. The hotel also offers currency exchange, a business center, valet laundry service, free parking, and 24-hour front desk service.

All rooms feature air-conditioning, CD players, clock radios, and cable TV.

The Fiesta’s recently expanded 70,000-square-foot casino offers slot machines, video poker, craps, roulette, blackjack, pai gow, keno, and a sports book. Bingo is available in a 300-seat room.

Free membership cards enroll guests in the hotel’s Rewards Program, which awards comps, cash, and other awards for play.

Effective Sept 1, 2010, Airport Shuttle Service is now available, at no additional charge: Incoming airport passengers with confirmed reservations may board the White Shuttle Van at Zero Level located one level below Baggage Claim. The Shuttle will be parked between stalls 21-23, and is available from 7:15AM to 8:25PM. This is a shared shuttle between Sunset Station, Boulder Station and Fiesta Henderson. Seating is limited and available on a first come, first serve basis. Shuttle departs this property approximately every 2 hours from 6:45 am to 9:40pm daily. All schedules are subject to change. Delays may result due to circumstances beyond our control such as weather, mechanical, traffic, etc.

Please note that this property may request a $100 deposit for incidentals upon check-in.

Hotel will charge a resort fee at the front desk of $9.99 plus tax per night. Fee covers exclusive use of Hotel facilities, In-Room Laptop Internet, unlimited local/800 Calls, Las Vegas Review Journal (Monday – Saturday), Copy/Fax Services, Gift Shop Discount, and special coupons and promotions.

A $100 security deposit is required upon check-in.

Fiesta Henderson is pet friendly! Dogs 40 pounds or less are welcome, with a non-refundable $50 per stay cleaning fee (charged at front desk). Guests will be required to sign a waiver agreeing to uphold the guidelines of the hotel’s pet policy. Guests arriving with a "Service Animal" shall NOT be charged a stay/cleaning fee of any kind.

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Santa Fe Station Hotel

Book Now & Save 40%!, Travel 04/01/2012 – 09/10/2012, Book by 02/20/2012Save 20% – Non Refundable, Travel 06/01/2011 – 12/30/2012, Book AnytimeEvery 4th Night Free, Travel 11/16/2011 – 12/30/2012, Book Anytime4th Night Free w/Breakfast for 2 Daily, Travel 11/16/2011 – 12/30/2012, Book Anytime

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Santa Fe Station is located on more than 38 acres in northwest Las Vegas, minutes away from the Las Vegas Strip, Red Rock Canyon and Mt. Charleston. Santa Fe Station’s rugged stone exterior stands in harmony with the natural beauty of the surrounding mountains. Reminiscent of a Spanish villa, the hotel and casino features a burgundy, brown and gold interior with wrought iron accents and marble flooring.

Santa Fe Station has over 450,000 square feet of gaming, entertainment and hotel space, including 200 hotel rooms, 14,000 square feet of banquet /meeting space, a state of the art race & sports book and all of your favorite slots and table games. Enjoy dining in one of our many fine restaurants or, if you’re in a hurry, grab a bite in the Turf Grill or our six-outlet fast food court. Dance the night away to live entertainment in the Chrome showroom, which features a varied lineup of headliners, or relax in at one of our many bars or lounges, including our newest hip spot 4949.

This Southwestern-style Las Vegas hotel is four miles from Red Rocks Canyon and 10 miles from the Las Vegas Strip. On-site recreational amenities for both kids and adults include a 60-lane bowling center, arcade/game room, theater, full service casino, and a multitude of dining options. The hotel offers Kids Quest, a supervised childcare facility.

The hotel’s race and sports book offers several betting stations and large-screen plasma TVs. Amenities include outdoor swimming pool, spa tub, complimentary newspapers in lobby, bar/lounge, restaurant(s) in hotel, parking (free), self parking, exhibit space, meeting rooms, fax machine, audio-visual equipment, photocopy machines, number of rooms: 200, safe-deposit box-front desk, 24-hour front desk, porter/bellhop, multilingual staff, gift shops or newsstand, laundry facilities, arcade/game room, casino, elevator/lift, supervised child care/activities, parking garage. Hotel will charge a hotel services / resort fee at the front desk of $9.95 plus tax per night. Fee covers exclusive use of Hotel facilities, In-Room Laptop Internet, Free & Unlimited Local/800 Calls, Las Vegas Review Journal (Monday-Saturday), Fitness Facility Access, Copy/Fax Services, Gift Shop Discount, and special coupons and promotions. This fee will increase to $12.99 plus tax per night on April 17. Because it’s now included in the services fee, there will no longer be an additional fee for internet access in the rooms. A $100 security deposit is required upon check-in.

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Club de Soleil All-Suite Resort

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Club de Soleil is a French Mediterranean oasis located just minutes from the famed Las Vegas Strip. The resort offers a variety of suites, accommodating up to a family of 6. Enjoy all the resort has to offer, including a refreshing pool, spa, tennis court and fitness center. Complimentary shuttle service is available to and from the Strip.

We offer complimentary shuttle to and from the Las Vegas strip, with daily stops at the Orleans and New York New York hotels, and weekend stops at the Town Square shopping center. Please stop by the resorts front desk for an updated departure and pick-up schedule. Please note that all children under age 6 or under 60 lbs must ride the shuttle in the appropriate car seat. All shuttles provide two toddler seats, which are available on a first come first served basis, and child carriers are permitted. Children will not be allowed to board the shuttle without appropriate seating. Shuttle personnel cannot store / hold carriers or any other personal belongings. Not all shuttles are ADA compatible and only accommodate one wheelchair at a time, based on a first come first served basis.

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Vegas Club Hotel & Casino

Sale – 30% off, Travel 01/12/2012 – 07/01/2012, Book by 01/31/2012

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You’ve played. You’ve dined. You’ve done the Las Vegas scene. Now it’s time to relax and join us at the Vegas Club where customer service is king. We can offer you the personal attention you deserve. You can game all night or enjoy a good night’s sleep in one of our comfortable well appointed rooms.

Vegas Club is located Downtown on the Fremont Street Experience. The Premium Outlet mall is just minutes away with daily shuttle service. Cashman Field is approximately 1 mile away. The Strip is 1 1/2 miles away with Trolley and bus service.

Tinoco’s Bistro is open now at the Vegas Club, serving Italian cuisine and international wines for lunch and dinner – freshest seafood, free range chickens, harmonious salads, pastas and risottos and more.

The new Vegas Club Showroom welcomes Steven Best & Cassandra: Superstars of Magic! Shows take place in the Vegas Club Showroom, located across from the Player’s Club at the Vegas Club, at 7:30 & 9:30 every night but Tuesdays.

PLUS check out the Plaza Hair Salon, Jerky Shop, Bingo Room, and more!

A security deposit of $50 per stay will be collected at the front desk for each reservation, either by valid credit card or with $50 cash. Security deposit will be refunded at the end of the stay.

All guests must be at least 21 years of age to check in.

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