The best hotel in St Lucia is without doubt the amazing Anse Chastanet. This is a luxurious 49 room resort that enjoys an almost bohemian atmosphere.
The rooms are pretty unusual and are completely individual. Some are bijou cottages with verandahs, some have a modern feel which fits to the landscape.
The food is excellent with an extensive kitchen garden supplying two restaurants: Piti Piton and Treehouse Restarurant which serve a fusion of world cuisine. If you fancy something a little spicy then the Trou au Diable beach restaurant offers Indian flavoured Aspara in the evenings.
There is of course a fully equipped spa which now includes a beachside yoga hut.
The location is secluded and enjoys beautiful aspect views over the island’s landmark Pitons.
Double bedrooms sell for £190 ($380) per night.
One of the best hotels in New Zealand is the amazing Huka Lodge.
Previously utilised as a 1920’s fishing lodge the Huka enjoys spacious accommodation which includes 20 bedrooms with under floor heating, beautiful slatted terraces and sunken baths.
The food utilises the very best of local produce and is served in a candlelit dining room or even on the terrace.
Given New Zealand’s volcanic heritage it would be remiss if you didn’t take advantage of the local natural hot springs. You can also busy yourself with the swimming pool, tennis courts, hunting, fishing, golf and rafting.
Probably one of the real highlights of this location is the North Island’s rugged landscapes and world class rainbow trout fishing. Also check out Lake Taupo - where you can take a skydive.
The Huka Lodge sells double bedrooms for £595 ( US $1200).
In terms of hotels in Aspen you should give serious consideration to Hotel Lenado. A small, friendly boutique hotel with a cosy 19 rooms. The location is close to the centre of Aspen so great for night life and restaurants. Also perfectly positioned for the slopes.
The decor of the hotel is contemporary, stylish and very sumptuous. The lounge is open plan with a stunning floor to ceiling fireplace and a small bar. The roof top incorporates an amazing hot tub with beautiful views over Aspen Mountain.
The rooms are individually decorated and incorporate four poster hickory or carved applewood beds, bathrobes and TV’s. For the luxury focused there are Deluxe Smuggler rooms which include DVD’s, woodburning stoves, mini bars, private balconies and hot tubs…
I would say that the Lenado is uber luxurious, unpretentious and very homely. During ski season, double bedrooms go for £170 ($320) per night.
The Crown Towers is rightly regarded as one of the finest hotels on the planet. Here’s why:
• A huge glass tower attached to a casino complex in the city’s arts and entertainment centre.
• The decor is luxury personified including plenty of black marble, timber panelling and gold chandeliers to boot.
• Clientele includes Elton John, Georger Clooney, Bill Gates and Shirley Bassey.
• 482 spacious rooms.
• Includes ten restaurants - a Nobu and Crystal Club rooms access onto a bar on the 29th floor with views over the city.
• Amazing and vast grand spa.
Posted by Ruth Miller on Mon 31st December 2007 at 06:00 AM, Filed in Hotels, Travel News
For those of us who love Barcelona - welcome news is afoot with the impending opening of the Murmuri Hotel. Due for completion in March 2008, there are many a traveller waiting with baited breath for the launch.
The Hotel Murmuri will be located in the very center of Barcelona, on Rambla de Catalunya, home of the best in shopping, Gaudí monuments. Sister property of the renowned 5 Star Hotel Majestic, it will offer excellent service to welcome the most demanding travellers.
Can’t wait.
