Tuesday, July 21, 2009

The most expensive hotels in the world ( Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi: $12,251 a night ( £6,112 ) )


Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi: $12,251 a night (£6,112)


Described on their website as your "private palace within the Palace", think acres of gold leaf and marble and Swarovski crystal chandeliers, and you'll get the picture. Now take a mental leap to imagine what the Princes suites, reserved for sheikhs, might feature.

The most expensive hotels in the world ( Hugh Hefner Sky Villa, Palms Casino Resort, Las Vegas: $40,000 a night (£19,842) )

Hugh Hefner Sky Villa, Palms Casino Resort, Las Vegas: $40,000 a night (£19,842)

Located on the 34th floor in the Fantasy tower, the Hugh Hefner Sky Villa has everything you need for entertaining guests: Playboy artwork selected by Hugh himself, an outdoor cantilevered Jacuzzi — with Playboy bunny head logo — living room, media room and dining room and bar, and an eight foot round, rotating bed.

The most expensive hotel in the world ( Entrance to Royal Suite, Burj Al Arab, Dubai: $6,800 a night ( £3,392 ) )

Entrance to Royal Suite, Burj Al Arab, Dubai: $6,800 a night (£3,392)
The Royal Suite on the 25th floor positively screams luxury with its marble and gold staircase, leopard print tufted carpets and private cinema. The master bedroom has a rotating four-poster canopy bed. And if you really want to splash out, you can hire a helicopter – at extra cost.

Monday, July 20, 2009

The World's Most Expensive Hotel Rooms

Claridge's
The Brook Penthouse/The Davies Penthouse
$5,482 per night

The honor, or should we say honour, of the most expensive hotel room in London technically belongs to the three-bedroom Royal Suite of the Lanesborough Hotel, which is 4,500 pounds, or $6,407, a night. However, the suite is being renovated and will not be open until April 2002. So the winner by default is the penthouse suite of Claridge's (there are actually two), and both come with a personal butler.

The Davies Penthouse is a two-bedroom suite decorated in a traditional style, complete with fireplaces, marble fixtures and hardwood floors. The sitting room has a barrel-vaulted ceiling and is decorated in shades of yellow. The Davies Penthouse also has a terrace, and both bedrooms feature four-poster beds and separate dressing rooms.


The Brook Penthouse: Come out here and do your own version of the royal wave.

The Brook Penthouse is designed in an Art Deco style, with shades of mauve, pale oak floors and original 1930s fixtures. The sitting room has floor-to-ceiling French doors that open to a roof terrace, and the suite also has a dining room with its own cocktail bar and cloakroom. Both penthouses are £3,850 (approximately $5,482).

Fontainebleau Miami Beach

Transform intense anticipation into reality. Fontainebleau Miami Beach introduces a new culture. Following a 1 billion renovation and expansion, it is a spectacular blend of Miamis golden era and stylish modern luxury. Fontainebleau Miami Beach is located on Collins Avenue overlooing the Atlantic Ocean. The resort is on the beach, 3.7 miles from the Miami Beach Convention Center and 3 miles from South Beach. It is conveniently located near both Miami and Fort Lauderdale International Airports.The Lapis spa at Fontainebleau Miami Beach harnesses the natural qualities of water to create a shared experience that is restorative and renewing and features 30 private treatment rooms. Fontainebleaus new poolscape boasts a large free form main pool, an exclusive European pool, multiple dipping pools, an interactive childrens waterscape pool area, 31 cabanas and additional function space.Many guest rooms have breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, as well as the twinkling necklace of lights that reveals Miami Beach at night. Rooms and suites are fully equipped with plasma screen TVs, iMac and ultra-luxurious amenities. Modern, sophisticated interior design creates an atmosphere of quiet and calm for effortless relaxation. The 22-acre ocean-front resort offers 11 dining and entertainment destinations of varying style and cuisine, each showcasing fresh, innovative flavors in warm, engaging environments and providing an ideal setting for visitors whether seeking sophisticated five-star cuisine or light, on-the-go fare.
Fontainebleau Miami Beach Features
On Beach
Pets accepted
Efficiencies
Dry Cleaning/Laundry
Meeting rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Business center
Wheelchair accessible
Resort
Data port
All suites
Fitness Center
Family rooms
Swimming pool
Fontainebleau Miami Beach Property Information:
Rooms: 1504
Floors: 37

Tuesday, July 14, 2009

Expensive Luxury Hotel ( Maison Souvannaphoum Hotel — Luang Prabang, Laos )

Maison Souvannaphoum used to once be the residence of Prince Souvannaphouma. The small hotel is a boutique French-colonial inspired property that is the perfect place to immerse oneself in the local Laotian culture. A friendly, intimate service offers guests a chance to rest their bones with the knowledge they are being taken care off just like with close relatives. Visitors might be delighted to be located on the street for the daily early morning Buddhist monks’ rice offerings

London West Hollywood

While the official grand opening blowout isn't scheduled to go down until later this month, the NYT had a chance to pop into the London West Hollywood and, surprisingly, christened the hotel with a sparkling review -- a good bit of positive press after the "meh" reviews its much-hyped Gordon Ramsay restaurant has been receiving.
Though the hotel is still partially under construction (the reviewer mentioned the rooftop pool was a no-go zone), yesterday's Times "Check In, Check Out" feature gave props to the hotel's location, acknowledged the "disarmingly helpful" staff and gushed over the rooms:
All rooms have a balcony or terrace, and I woke up to a sweeping view over Beverly Hills. The décor by David Collins Studio is both flamboyant and muted. A wall was covered with parquet veneer and chairs had faux-alligator upholstering, but the colors were washed out, and the open-plan suite felt serene.
Sounds like a pretty sweet night to us, especially since the reviewer got to pass out after delivery from
Chin Chin. Yum.
We're sure the night would have been topped off perfectly with a drink in the lobby bar -- but it's not open yet. But the Times promises us that "by fall, when the lobby bar opens, it'll be a scene." We'll wait.
The only guest experience problems mentioned in the piece were noise-related, as the hotel faces Sunset Boulevard (where the loud drunks are stumbling in and out of Whisky a Go Go). Get a room facing South.
We've gotta acknowledge what a great feat it is for a hotel to score a great review in the early stages of its existence (especially during that yucky working-out-the-kinks period after a soft opening). We remember when
Thompson Beverly Hills opened and it still had some, uh, issues.
Right now, rooms at the London West Hollywood are starting at $299.

Luxury Dubai Hotel, Burjuman Rotana Dubai Suite Hotel

BurJuman Rotana is a new level of contemporary luxury, style, design and cuisine for leisure and business travellers. Set amid Dubai‘s exclusive areas and rich cultural attractions, the luxurious BurJuman Rotana is part of a multifunctional complex that includes upscale office tower, exquisite boutiques and an endless choice of restaurant and café within the BurJuman Centre. Everything is designed for comfort and enjoyment of the sensory kind.
To experience the height of luxurious comfort look no further than Rotana
*80 Classic one bedroom suite, 48 Deluxe one bedroom suite, 16 Premium one bedroom suite, 3 three bedroom Townhouses, 1 four bedroom Penthouse* Complimentary tea & coffee making facility Daily housekeeping service with evening turndown* High speed internet connection in all rooms* Laundry and dry cleaning service* 24-hour in-room dining and daily newspapers* Smart Kitchenette* IDD telephone with voice mail* Multi channel satellite television* Mini fridge* Personal in room safe* Bathrobes and hairdryer* Electronic monitoring system to enhance all comfort levels including temperature and state of the art security system

Hotel Caribe Royale

Situated on over 45 acres of stately palms and fragrant bougainvillea, the Caribe Royale Hotel is located minutes from Orlando's Walt Disney World, Disney Hollywood Studios, Universal Studios and SeaWorld.An elegant hideaway offering exceptional all-suite accommodation and unsurpassed hospitality to discerning business and leisure travellers, the hotel features a relaxed tropical setting boasting lush landscaping, cascading waterfalls and a super-sized outdoor pool.Exceptional guest amenities at this 4-star hotel in Orlando include a brand new state-of-the-art fitness facility, lighted tennis and basketball courts, extensive meeting/banquet space, two business centres, Wi-Fi Internet access, complimentary scheduled transportation to four theme parks, several dining options and 24-hour room service.Located in the main lobby, the Guest Services Desk is equipped to provide an array of services including advance purchase for attraction tickets and transportation arrangements.
The hotel complex Caribe Royale features 1218 designer one-bedroom suites with one king or two queen-size beds, a large bathroom and separate living room.Each suite offers an array of modern comforts including 37" flat screen TV in the bedroom and 42" flat screen TV in the living room, in-room movies, mini-fridge, coffee maker, microwave oven and iron & ironing board.Business travellers will appreciate a full work area complete with a work desk, high-speed Internet access, two telephones with voicemail and data ports.Plush mattresses and luxurious bedding ensure restful nights.

New Barbados Luxury Hotel

A new Barbados Luxury Hotel first phase opened in winter 2006, followed on by another 22 units in January 2008. This the Silver Point Villa Hotel situated on Silver Sands Beach Oceanfront, and this is a spectacular and remote Barbados Hideaway absolutely perfect for a romantic honeymoon getaway, always providing you can find it if you have a self drive hire car!!
It is situated on the south coast of Barbados, and is surrounded by quite rugged scenery reminiscent of the east coast with the coral outcrops and white sand beaches you will find on the west coast.
The views from almost everywhere in the hotel are spectacular.
Although the accommodation in both phases is excellent, try to get a room in the newer oceanfront complex which has the small road behind it, and you will be amazed by how roomy your accommodation is. There are double French doors opening towards the beach, giving spectacular views from the balcony which overlook the deck and the ocean. Everything from the bed, to the bed linen, the bathroom fittings, the bath products and the electrical devices are all of the best. A most delightful piece of Barbados Accommodation and well up to the standard you would hope for if this is to be your romantic honeymoon getaway. To be more specific we are talking about an iPod docking system,a large flat panel TV, DVD/VCR, and the shower in the bathroom has a rainfall shower head.
This newer part of the hotel has a larger pool than the older part, with a bar, and a first floor restaurant which is open for all three main mealsThe one thing that does ............

Hotel International Drive Lakefront, Ramada

Popular with business and leisure travellers alike, the Ramada Inn International Drive Lakefront hotel is conveniently located on Orlando's famous International Drive, only two blocks from Wet n Wild and two miles (3.2 km) from the Orange County Convention Center.All guestrooms overlook Sandy Lake and the beautiful city skyline.On-site guest amenities include a heated outdoor pool, complimentary wireless Internet throughout, guest laundry facilities and a business centre with free computer and printer access.
The twelve storey hotel offers 164 newly renovated, lakefront guestrooms, each boasting spectacular Orlando skyline views.Amenities in each room include complimentary wireless Internet, a coffee maker, microwave, refrigerator, 27-inch remote control cable TV with HBO, iron & ironing board, dual line phone with data port and hairdryer.Non smoking rooms and special-access rooms for disabled guests are available on request.

Luxury Dubai Hotels, Jumeirah Beach Hotel

Vibrant and luxurious, Jumeirah Beach Hotel is Dubai's premier lifestyle destination, and has given itself completely to the pleasures of the life, and the senses of every guest who stays in the resort. Reinventing the hotel experience, Jumeirah Beach Hotel introduces a new lifestyle that integrates all the excitement and exhilaration designed for couples, families and friends.Set on the shores of the Arabian Gulf and built in a startling shape that mirrors a breaking wave, the award-winning Jumeirah Beach Hotel has its own private beach. For those seeking a little more exhilaration, the Wild Wadi Water Park next door is a delightful break for both the young and young at heart..

Hotel Royal Plaza

Ideally located in Orlando's Walt Disney World Resort, steps away from the Downtown Disney area, factory outlets and area shopping malls, the newly renovated Royal Plaza Hotel attracts family vacationers and business travellers alike.Guests stay in fully-appointed, oversized guestrooms, and enjoy outstanding on-site amenities including a heated courtyard swimming pool and poolside bar, a fitness centre, tennis courts and laundry facilities.Business amenities include a full service business centre, wireless Internet access and extensive meeting and events space.As an Official Walt Disney World Hotel, guests receive complimentary transportation to all Disney theme parks, priority seating for Disney dinner shows and theme park restaurants, and preferred tee times at Disney golf courses.

W Hotel San Francisco Features

Chic and Modern. Set in the heart of downtown San Francisco's "South of Market", W San Francisco stands out with the offbeat, yet sophisticated spirit of the city it calls home. Nearby the SF Museum of Modern Art, a five-block walk from Union Square, and a block away from The Metreon (the high-tech Sony entertainment center).The lobby at the SFW is an octagonal, three-story space with tinted solar glass and flowing curtains. The hotel is also home to the W Cafe and XYZ Restaurant, a bi-level eatery and wine bar serving French-inspired California cuisine. The hotel offers the use of cardiovascular fitness and weight rooms as well as an atrium pool, steam room and whirlpool.The modern Deluxe rooms feature framed black and white photos of San Francisco leaning on a picture rail, a glass water carafe by the bed, and an upholstered banquette for gazing out over the city. All rooms co
me with cable TV, VCRs, pay-per-view movies, WebTV, CD players, and two phones.

Regalia Residences Changning Shanghai

A member of The Small Luxury Hotels of the World, Regalia Residences offers self-catering apartments that comes with designer furniture and hotel services.Standing next to a subway station, Regalia Residences is easily linked to the city centre and various places of interest, such as The Bund. Besides being surrounded by shops, markets and restaurants, Regalia Residences is also conveniently close to the expressway. From Hongqiao Airport, it takes only 10 minutes to reach your apartment.


Regalia Residences provides guests with privacy and freedom with its excellent facilities and thoughtful services. You can choose to start your day with a free breakfast in the Lounge or prepare a tasty meal in your own kitchen. Hotel services include 24-hour reception, shuttle service and a fitness centre.The modern apartments come with flat-screen TVs and free wired internet access for your convenience. For guests staying for a longer period, Regalia Residences also provides self-service laundry facilities.
Hotel Rooms: 143.
Hotel Facilities
General
Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, Non-Smoking Rooms, Elevator, Express Check-In/Check-Out, Safety Deposit Box, Heating, Luggage Storage, Airconditioning, Designated Smoking Area.
Activities
Fitness Centre.
Services
Room Service, Business Centre, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Currency Exchange, Car Rental, Tour Desk, Fax/Photocopying, Ticket Service, ATM/Cash Machine on site.
Internet
Internet via modem is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.AddressBlk2, Blk4, 338 Tianshan Road North, Shanghai, China, 200040 Shanghai

Expensive Luxury Hotel ( Four Seasons - Shanghai, China )

The Four Seasons offers a calm interior against the bustle of the outside world, with a high level of service. You can be assured of resting in comfort while your needs are being taken care off. Executive travellers accompanied with their kids can enjoy the range of suites with extra room for kids.

Expensive Luxury Hotel ( Four Seasons, Chiang Mai Thailand )

While this hotel is somewhat smaller in scale than the much more expansive Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi in Chiang Mai, the Four Seasons lures travellers with its understated sense of luxury. It encompasses an intimate air that has been compared to a Zen-like feel. To make you feel right at home, the Four Seasons staff are truly sincere and kind. Whatever your wishes, nothing seems too much or too hard. The added Four Season’s Kid’s Club offers families a luxury travel experience rarely found elsewhere. Hotel guests can also choose to partake in the heavenly Spa or cooking classes.

American Hotel ( Silken Puerta America )

The Silken Puerta America is a unique luxury hotel - a building that invites you to dream. Nineteen top architecture and design studios from around the world, from Jean Nouvel to Norman Foster, were each invited to design a floor of this hotel. The result is breathtaking, avant-garde rooms that combine luxury with true aestheticism. All the rooms use different materials, colours and shapes to create spaces that bring together the best in modern design and architecture. Simply by staying at the Silken Puerta America you are allowed a unique insight
into the world of European design, but for full immersion in the cultural life of this vibrant city don’t forget that the Prado Museum and the Exhibition Centre are easily accessible from the hotel and the exclusive shops of Serrano Street are within walking distance. When you feel the need to soothe your tired feet, relax at the top floor health spa which has spectacular views over the city, and offers a full range of beauty and massage treatments. The hotel Silken Puerta America puts you in the privileged position of being able to experience at first hand breakthrough modern art and design in Madrid.

RoomsAll of the 342 ultra-modern guestrooms on individually-designed floors have wireless Internet access. Room rates from EUR 175.
Leisure
The hotel spa has an indoor pool, sauna and solarium. After a workout in the fitness centre you can choose to relax on the terrace, or enjoy the tranquility of the hotel’s gardens.

DiningThe Lagrimas Negras, a stunning jewel of design in itself, offers traditional Spanish cuisine with an international touch. Madbreakfast is another restaurant for lighter meals. The chic Marmobar has a laidback vibe despite its noncomformity. You can also enjoy one of the most beautiful views of Madrid, whilst drinking a cocktail on the 13th floor of the Skynight Bar.

Meeting facilitiesFive meeting rooms accommodate up to 1,000 delegates.
Location5 minutes walk from the Avenida de America metro station, the hotel is close to many of Madrid’s tourist attractions. Madrid Barajas Airport is 10 km away.

Mardan Palace Opens As The Most Expensive Hotel In Europe

Mardan Palace looks like a dream and costs like one too. Touted as the most expensive hotel in Europe, this one serves a glass of champagne for £25. The decor is spectacular to say the least. Bathrooms have gold plated mirrors on the floor, toilets are remote controlled and the gorgeous private beach has been created from white sand imported from Egypt. By the way, it took 9,000 tons to fill up the area.
The inaugural party was held at the 800 million pounds worth luxury resort in Antalya, Turkey that had an opening party attended by the likes of Richard Gere, Sharon Stone and Mariah Carey. We even heard that Paris Hilton might have made a fleeting appearance. In other words, luxury resorts are always a hit with the Richie Richs.
Now, back to Mardan Palace. This one is decorated with 500,000 crystals and 23,000 square meters of Italian marble. It has 560 rooms that include two Royal Suites with private pools. By the by, you can enjoy a romantic gondola ride. Enjoy the delicious food served at the waterside Italian restaurant serves in £1.35 million worth of Hermes crockery.

$17,500 a night - Royal Armleder Suite, Le Richemond Geneva, Switzerland

Le Richemond’s Royal Armleder Suite reopened in 2007 after an extensive restoration of the hotel’s seventh floor, which the luxury suite occupies the entirety of. The suite is bedecked in gold, mosaics and parquet floors and has a 300 square-foot terrace with stunning views of Geneva and the nearby Alps.

Expensive Luxury Hotel Tawaraya Ryokan and Hiiragiya Ryokan (tie) - Kyoto, Japan

This hotel belong to the most famous Japanese ryokans (inns) in the historical city of Kyoto, and are located directly across the alley from each other. Since both of these represent the highest levels of service, it would be difficult to distinguish them from one another.
Both
Tawaraya Ryokan and Hiiragaiya Ryokan successfully integrate the fine Japanese traditions and wabi-sabi philosophy we hear so much about in the Western world. Known to emphasize simplicity and purity, the added contemporary conveniences offered make for the perfect combination seasoned travelers expect. Both of these Ryokans also offer an optional Geiko or Maiko geisha dinner.

Mandarin Oriental, New York Rates : $995-$1092

Description:
A stunning fusion of modern design with stylish Oriental flair, Mandarin Oriental, New York features 248 elegant guestrooms and suites... more »
A stunning fusion of modern design with stylish Oriental flair, Mandarin Oriental, New York features 248 elegant guestrooms and suites — all with breathtaking views of Manhattan and Five-Star hospitality. Luxurious amenities include Asiate, the hotel’s elegant restaurant; MObar created by noted interior designer, Tony Chi; the Lobby Lounge with dramatic views of Central Park; a 14,500-square-foot, Five-Star Mandarin Oriental Spa; and a state-of-the-art fitness center with a 75-foot lap pool. Located in Columbus Circle’s Time Warner Center, Mandarin Oriental, New York is in an idyllic location just steps away from world-class dining, shopping and entertainment, including the Broadway Theater District, Lincoln Center, Central Park, and the Time Warner Center’s collection of upscale retail shops and restaurants.
Mandarin Oriental, New York brings together an unprecedented combination of outstanding service, luxurious accommodations and prime location as the jewel of the Time Warner Center overlooking Central Park. The superbly appointed guestrooms and suites are located on Floor 38 through 54 and feature sophisticated technology such as Bose Sound Systems and flat panel televisions. Each floor offers a personal butler on hand to deliver gracious and attentive services 24 hours a day. The exciting, trend-setting restaurant will attract local food enthusiasts as well as guests. The Spa at Mandarin Oriental provides restorative treatments complemented by Asian-based rituals. A 75-foot naturally-lit lap pool and state-of-the-art sports and fitness center complete the unparalleled recreational opportunities.
Information :-80 Columbus Circle (Upper West Side) New York, NY 10023, United States
Number :- 212-805-8800

Hotel Tranzit

Holiday Inn Prague Airport (before Hotel Tranzit) lies just 300m from the departure hall of Terminal One, so is definitely very near to the Airport Terminals, providing a good option for transit passengers. Hotel telephones are also available in Terminal 2 (so you can contact the hotel directly from the airport). Due to the rules at the airport, the windows are unopenable, which makes the rooms absolutely quiet. A free non-stop shuttle bus will take you directly to the hotel. The hotel accepts all major credit cards.
Holiday Inn Prague Airport is a modern, 4 star hotel at Prague International Airport, situated approximately 300 meters from Terminal North. It is a fully air-conditioned, seven-storey building with access for disabled passengers. This transit hotel offers 70 spacious double rooms and five luxury suites with a total capacity of 160 beds. You can also enjoy a modern restaurant and bar including a summer garden, which offers a wide range of international and Czech cuisine. Thanks to its unique position it is an ideal option for both business and leisure visitors. Although most guests are business travellers and transit passengers, more and more people find it very convenient to stay in a fine quality hotel at the airport for a reasonable price while visiting Prague.
Internet access is available in the hotel rooms free of charge.
Price range: One night (24 hrs) from 125 EUR for a double room (1 or 2 pax occupancy). Also available for "day use" from 8:00am until 6:00pm. 8 hrs charge starts from 58 EUR and 5hrs from 40 EUR.

KUWAIT Hotel ( Al Manshar Rotana Hotel )

The glamorous Al Manshar Rotana Hotel is the newest five-star property from the multi-award winning Rotana family of hotels. Part of the Al Manshar shopping and entertainment complex, and adjacent to the Al Kout waterfront, the Al Manshar Rotana Hotel is spread over 19 f loors, with a commanding view of the city and ocean. This stylish and comfortable hotel is the masterpiece of a single designer. Everything about the Al Manshar Rotana Hotel is designed to fulfill your needs. The property offers spacious and stunning rooms all with their own fully-equipped kitchenette, while the health and fitness centre offers a massage room with a professional physiotherapist and sauna. For those looking to exercise, free weights and cardiovascular equipment are available, with a trained instructor if required. The pool is temperature-controlled to perfection on the hotel’s beautifully designed rooftop and provides spectacular views of glamorous Kuwait harbour and the Gulf, dazzling in the distance.

Rooms200 suites, most with direct views of the sea and city. High speed cable Internet access and fully-equipped kitchenettes are available. Rates start from KD 50.
Dining
Failaka is an all day dining restaurant, offering traditional favourites for breakfast, lunch and dinner. City Café is a 24-hour coffee shop in the lobby while Bay View beside the pool serves healthy, nutritious snacks.

Leisure
The hotel has a swimming pool, an indoor Jacuzzi and a well-equipped rooftop Bodylines Health and Fitness Centre.
Meeting facilities
The hotel offers ample meeting space to accommodate up to 200 business guests. The multipurpose ballroom and meeting rooms have state-of-the-art facilities such as video conferencing, while modern technology is at the fingertips of every corporate guest.
LocationThe hotel is located in the Fahaheel district. Kuwait International Airport is 38 km away.P O Box 47008, Kuwait Fahaheel, Kuwait City, 64021,KUWAIT

$33,000 a night - Royal Penthouse Suite, President Wilson Hotel

President Woodrow Wilson reportedly suffered from high blood pressure, so it’s safe to assume he would have appreciated a stress-free stay at President Wilson Hotel’s Royal Penthouse Suite. Consuming the entire top floor of the hotel, the four-bedroom suite can hold up to 40 guests in its cocktail lounge and is said to be the best digs for heads of state wanting to make an impression when they’re in town on United Nations business. [pic via guardian uk]

Las Vegas Stratosphere Hotel

Hotel Info: [Map] Las Vegas Stratosphere Hotel and Casino 2000 Las Vegas Blvd. S Las Vegas, NV 89104 (702) 380-7777. At 1,149 feet, the Stratosphere Tower is the tallest freestanding observation tower in the United States and the tallest building west of the Mississippi. Guests enjoy panoramic views of the Las Vegas Strip and the surrounding valley and hills from the hotel’s observations decks, lounges and restaurants. Centrally located, the Stratosphere is only 1.3 miles from the Las Vegas Convention Center, the venue of the 2007 US Open Championships.
For Room Reservations: Call, 1-800-998-6937 and give the code, C/USAT7, to get the tournament discount rate of $49.00 mid-week and $ 80.00 for the weekend plus tax. Reservations must be made before June 3, 2007 in order for you to take advantage of this special rate.
Airport Transportation:Coach USA , or Greyline, provides shuttle bus service from the Las Vegas Airport to the Stratosphere Hotel. Go to Baggage Claim area and to the Coach USA booth where you can purchase a shuttle bus ticket. One way is $7.50; Round trip is $14.50. The shuttle bus is located outside of Doors 9 and 10 in the Baggage claim area. The trip between the airport and the hotel averages around 20 minutes. This service is much less expensive than Taxi service which rounds around $20 one way from the airport and vice a versa to the hotel.
Hotel to Convention Center: Free Shuttle Bus between the Stratosphere Hotel and the Las Vegas Convention Center during the US Open playing hours. Airport Shuttle Companies (information current as of 11/16/05) A company called, Airport Shuttle, 704-344-0744, provides transportation from the Charlotte Airport to downtown and the surrounding areas. One-way per person is $10; Round Trip per person is $15.00. The Airport Shuttle leaves the airport every 20-30 minutes during peak hours The Airport Shuttle leaves downtown Charlotte every hour during peak departure hours Company: Delta Transportation Contact: Ms. Amal Onasanya Phone: 704-398-1117 Fax: 704-398-9590 e-mail:
delta@aol.com Company: Queens Transportation Contact: Mr. Ismail Anawar Phone: 704-752-9858 Fax: 704-643-6075 Company: Altos Transportation Contact: Ms. Sherry Reisinger Phone and Fax: 704-823-8999 e-mail: sherryreisinger@msn.com Taxi and Shuttle Information from Airport: Airport to Center City: $21.00 for 1 or 2 people; $2 for each additional person over 2 people. Shuttle rates from the three companies above range from $10 - $12 one way or $18 - $20 round trip, per person. Guests can access the shuttle in the Commercial Lane, just outside the airport. Rates to other areas of town from the airport, as well as from point to point anywhere else in the city are metered at $2.00 initial drop and $2.00 per mile. There is city taxi service from/to the airport which costs around $20 one way or you can access the three airport shuttle services which are available at the airport in the Commercial Lane. US Open special rates! Avis Car Rental is offering a special discount rate to USA Table Tennis players and friends. By mentioning the Avis World Discount (AWD) number: J994146, Avis will automatically give you a special rate for the car rental. For full details and to reserve a car, visit the Avis web site. -->
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Entertainment: The Top of the World Restaurant on the Roof of the Hotel Tower.Lots of Food and Fun! From dining elegance to casual comfort, the Stratosphere offers a variety of eating places to please everyone’s taste buds. The famous Top of The World elegant restaurant, the 50’s themed Roxy’s Diner and the Courtyard Buffet, along with other international food restaurants, and a fast food promenade, allow you to treat yourself to plenty of good food throughout your stay. Casino, Pool and Rides - Plenty of Fun in the Sun!The Stratosphere has an 80,000 square foot Casino featuring over 50 table games and more than 1,500 slots and video poker machines. If shows are what you like, the Stratosphere is within easy access to the many entertainment places and shows on the Las Vegas Strip. A Resort Swimming Pool with a 67,000 square foot deck is located on the 8th floor of the new tower. The deck features an oversize spa, the pool has a waterfall, and a workout room off the main deck areas faces the pool.X-TREME RIDES ON THE ROOFTOP OF THE STRATOSPHERE!!!Daring rides are open at the very top of the Tower for those not faint of heart. Restaurants from coffee house to elegant dining are easily accessible within the Stratosphere grounds.

Hotelicopter : The World’s First Flying Hotel

The owner of Hotelicopper has been trying to create the world’s largest helicopter as well as the world’s first flying hotel by modifying a Soviet-made Mil V-12 since 2004. This massive flying machine features everything from room service and private entertainment systems to extras like yoga classes, tea garden, spa treatment, gaming and many others that someone would anticipate from a 5-star hotel. With the length of 42m and 14m of height, this giant aircraft can fly with a maximum weight of 232,870 lb. Maximum speed of this flying hotel is 255 km/h and expected cruising speed is 237 km/h.

The most expensive hotel in the world ( Entrance to Royal Suite, Burj Al Arab, Dubai: $6,800 a night ( £3,392 ) )

Entrance to Royal Suite, Burj Al Arab, Dubai: $6,800 a night (£3,392)The Royal Suite on the 25th floor positively screams luxury with its marble and gold staircase, leopard print tufted carpets and private cinema. The master bedroom has a rotating four-poster canopy bed. And if you really want to splash out, you can hire a helicopter – at extra cost.

Death Star Hotel Being Built, World Is Doomed

This structure is being built in Baku, Azerbaijan (an ex-Soviet country between Russian and Iran). Now I'm a firm believer in honesty being the best policy, so why they're trying to construct this under the guise that it's to be the "Full Moon" Hotel is a mystery to me. Just come out and say it already, Azerbaijan. This is not a 521-foot-tall hotel with 382 rooms on over 35 floors. This is the end of life on earth as we know it. That thing is going to blow up the damn planet. I, for one, am scared.
UPDATE: False alarm -- just saw the rest of the pictures. Nothing to worry about. Turns out the damn thing is flat. No way is it large enough to house a superlaser that could destroy the planet. However it is large enough to expect a reasonably sized mini-bar in each room.

Most Expensive Hotel in France

Hotel MeuriceBelle Etoile Suite$7,300 per night

The most expensive Parisian hotel room is the Belle Etoile Suite at the Hotel Meurice, located on the Rue de Rivoli. This penthouse suite is reached via private elevator, where it opens onto a marble entry hall. The entire suite is decorated in a Charles X style--heavy drapery, intricate wood paneling with gilt edges, chandeliers and murals. Try not to fill it with champagne. The white-marble bathroom has double sinks and a round Jacuzzi tub, as well as panoramic views of the city (yes, the windows have shades). The 2,960-square-foot terrace has stone tiles, potted shrubs and a 360-degree view of Paris. The rate is 8,400 euros per night (approximately $7,300).

Most Expensive Hotel The Peninsula Hong Kong

The Peninsula Hong KongPeninsula Suite$5,000 per night

The 26th-floor Peninsula Suite at the Hong Kong Peninsula was built with spooks in mind. Since many of the visitors to the suite are diplomats and heads of state, both the CIA and M15 were consulted on the design to ensure maximum security. While we can't confirm whether or not the room is bugged, the room has direct access to the hotel's helipad for quick getaways, and there is also a security guard's room down the hallway. (The hotel can't reveal what else the CIA and M15 suggested, due to security reasons.) Rent the suite and one of these babies can be yours. Guests of the suite also have access to a 24-hour butler and a Rolls-Royce on standby. The suite has one master bedroom but can be converted to a seven-bedroom spread with adjoining rooms. The rooms are sleek and modern, with double-height ceilings and liberal use of pale, natural materials such as marble and limestone. The windows in the sitting area are floor-to-ceiling and offer views of the city, and the suite also has a fitness room, private study, dining room and kitchen as well as a terrace.

Most Expensive Hotel in Los Angeles

Regent Beverly WilshirePenthouse Suite$7,500 per night

Make a grand entrance here.The Regent Beverly Wilshire is the grande dame of L.A. hotels and happens to be the same age as the Academy Awards--72 years old. Like all things L.A., the Wilshire has recently undergone an extensive face-lift and just last year added the Penthouse Suite. Located on the 14th floor of the Beverly Wing, the 5,000-square-foot Penthouse Suite features three bedrooms, a wraparound balcony, a formal dining room, living room, kitchen and den, and is decorated with contemporary furniture. The master bathroom has floor-to-ceiling windows and two glass-enclosed showers. And, luckily for those times when you decide to use the remote control combination toilet/bidet with a heated seat, there are also remote control operated blinds. One of the perks that come with this $7,500-a-night suite is that it is stocked with your favorite things before you get there, thanks to a pre-stay "interview." "If a guest likes lilies, we will fill the room beforehand," says public relations director Deborah Damask. "And if the King of Swaziland is coming to stay, we will have a direct satellite TV with all of his favorite channels from Swaziland."

Expensive Luxury Hotel ( Sofitel Metropole - Hanoi, Vietnam )

The Metropole was built in 1901 and combines wonderful French colonial architecture with Vietnam’s cultural traditions. While all rooms are not created equal, the best of them all is the Opera Suite for sure

Jeddah Trident Hotel

The trident an associate of Oberoi Hotels, is conveniently located on Mina Road, near the main highway leading directly to Holy Makkah and has close proximity to the busy shopping malls of the Balad area, the Industrial Zone and the Islamic Port of...
Mina Street , Jeddah

Aeropolis Hotel Moscow

Description for Aeropolis Hotel Moscow

Offering a favourable location and relaxing atmosphere, this attractive property is the right choice of accommodation, while visiting Moscow.
LocationLocated 2 kilometres from the Belorussky Train Station, the Aeropolis Hotel is 3 kilometres from the city centre and 23 kilometres from the Sheremetyevo Airport. The local attractions include Petrovsky Palace, CSKA Sports Complex and Dinamo Stadium.
Rooms
This property offers elegantly appointed and modern guestrooms that are equipped with all the essential amenities to ensure you utmost ease and luxury.
RestaurantThe onsite restaurant serves delicious dishes for you to feast on. After a tiring day, you can unwind at the cosy bar with a fine drink.
Facilities for Aeropolis Hotel Moscow

Room Facilities :
Air conditioning
Hairdryer
Iron and ironing board
Mini bar
Private bathroom / Ensuite
Telephone
Hotel Facilities :
Business centre
Cocktail bar
Currency exchange
Lift
Parking facilities
Reception
Restaurant
Room service
Safe deposit box

GeneralThere is also well-equipped business centre available for carrying out your administration works. This property also provides other services such as currency exchange and safe deposit box for your convenience.
2 km to the Train Station (Belorussky)
3 km to the City Centre
23 km to the Airport (Sheremetyevo)

Hotel Europe Oostende

Address:
Kapucijnenstraat 52, Ostend
Number of rooms:
55
Credit cards:
American Express, Visa, Euro/Mastercard, Diners Club
Cancellation:
At least 48 hours before the day of arrival. In case of a too late cancellation, the first night will be charged. In case of a no-show the first night will be charged.
Check-in:
14:00 hours
Check-out:
11:00 hours
Stars:

Short description:Stylish decorated rooms, with modern facilities, colour television, direct dail phone, room safe, bathroom with bath/ shower and toilet. Cosy lounge, meeting room, bar and restaurant with buffet breakfast. Sauna, Turkish Steam Bath, solarium and Fitnessroom. Central quietly location, in the heart of the town at 50 meters from the promenade, the beach and the sea and 300 Meters from the casino.

Daniel Hotel Dead Sea

The Daniel Hotel Dead Sea is situated at the world's lowest part of the Dead Sea in Ein Bokek. The Hotel’s superb location allows guests to take advantage of everything the remarkable Dead Sea has to offer – from its therapeutic waters to its magnificent desert views. Moreover, the Hotel offers proximity to historic sites such as Massada, Qumran, Ein Gedi and many more.
The Hotel has 302 cozy and comfortable rooms,12 luxurious suites, and rooms customized for disabled guests. All rooms offer breathtaking views of the Dead Sea, the desert and the mountains.
The Hotel offers superb facilities to host special events, business conferences and seminars for up to 580 guests, Shizen Spa , the Dead Sea’s only professional bowling alley, authentic Scottish Pub – Lobby Bar – Millenium Discotheque – Pashoshim Children’s Club and Video Arcade and unique solarium on the Hotel roof.Renowned Israeli chef, Dudu Cohen manages the catering team, producing rich morning and evening buffets of ever-changing dishes. International gourmet theme evenings excite every palate. The poolside grill is perfect for meat lovers.

Galeria Plaza Hotel - Mexico City

Hotel Information:

Because of its location one block from the financial and entertainment districts, the Galeria Plaza Hotel attracts both business travelers and vacationers. The hotel staff is helpful, friendly, and accommodating to all visitors. Female travelers find a refuge in the hotel’s designated Ladies' Executive Floor, designed for executive women with an exclusively female staff.
Amenity highlights: The rooftop sundeck features two heated pools, including one that offers “in-place” swimming against an artificial current. A fitness room is adjacent.
The hotel’s business center offers three private rooms with computers and high-speed Internet access (surcharge). Wireless Internet access (surcharge) is available in the public areas.
Dining options include a contemporary café with streetside views, and a more intimate wine cellar-style restaurant.
Insider tip: On weekends, local artists create an open-air market in Jardin del Arte, 2.5 km (1.5 mi) from the hotel.
Rooms
Galeria Plaza Hotel offers guestrooms and suites. Two floors are dedicated to business-club rooms with use of an exclusive lounge and other perks. A designated female-only Ladies' Executive Floor offers an all-female staff and also includes access to the business-club lounge. Junior suites provide private bedrooms and living areas.
Amenities in all guestrooms include high-speed wired or wireless Internet access (surcharges may apply), minibars, and two multi-line phones with voice mail. Satellite TV provides international stations, and pay movies and video games (surcharge) are also offered.
Marble bathrooms have telephone extensions. This Mexico City hotel purifies its water.
Room Amenities
Internet access - wireless

Air conditioning
Bathroom telephone
Blackout drapes/curtains
Cable/satellite TV
Climate control
Clock radio
Coffee/tea maker
Complimentary toiletries
Cribs (infant beds) available
Desk
Direct-dial phone
Electronic check-out
Electronic/magnetic keys
Hair dryer
Housekeeping
In-room safe
Internet access - high speed
Iron/ironing board
Minibar
Multi-line phone
Pay movies
Shower/tub combination
Smoking rooms
Video-game console
Voice mail
Wake-up calls
Recreation
Overlooking the city, the hotel provides a rooftop sundeck and two outdoor pools. One pool offers “in-place” swimming against an artificial current. A fitness center with cardio and weight-training machines is adjacent.
Running paths lie within the central gardens of Paseo de la Reforma, one block from the hotel. Chapultepec Park, a half-mile away via Paseo de la Reforma, contains a lake where rowboats can be rented.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.
Swimming on site
Rowing or canoeing nearby
Running track/path nearby
Property Amenities
The Galeria Plaza Hotel is within one block of popular tourist zones, with officers available to assist visitors. Paseo de Reforma is one block away. Overlooking Mexico City, the hotel’s rooftop sundeck provides two pools, one featuring “in-place” swimming against an artificial current. A fitness center with cardio and weight-training machines is adjacent.
Café Plaza offers streetside views, International cuisine, and both buffet and à la carte dining. Menus with wine-pairing suggestions are featured at intimate Al Vino restaurant.
A business center offers three private rooms with computers and high-speed Internet access (surcharge). In addition, wireless Internet access (surcharge) is available in public areas.
The hotel purifies its water.
24-hour front desk
Air-conditioned public areas
ATM/banking
Audio-visual equipment
Ballroom(s)
Banquet facilities
Bar/lounge
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Business center
Business services
Complimentary newspapers in lobby
Concierge desk
Conference room(s)
Currency exchange
Doorman/doorwoman
Dry cleaning service
Elevator/lift
Event catering
Express check-out
Fireplace in lobby
Fitness equipment
Gift shops or newsstand
Internet access in public areas - high speed
Internet access in public areas - surcharge
Internet access - wireless
Medical assistance available
Meeting rooms (small groups)
Multilingual staff
Number of floors: 11
Number of rooms: 439
Parking (secure)
Parking (surcharge)
Parking (valet)
Parking garage
Patio
Porter/bellhop
Restaurant(s) in hotel
Room service (24 hours)
Safe-deposit box - front desk
Security guard
Shoe shine
Swimming pool - outdoor
Tour assistance
Wedding services
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.Rollaway beds and cribs (infant beds) may be available and should be requested at the time of booking; fees may apply.Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests made via this Web site cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
Pets not allowed
Check-in time is 3 PM
Check-out time is 1 PM
Fees
The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at either check-in or check-out.
Parking: US$5 per 24-hour period with in/out privileges
This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Dining
Café Plaza - Contemporary glass-walled dining room with streetside views. International cuisine. Buffets and à la carte dining. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Al Vino - Wine-cellar decor. Extensive wine list. Menu with paired wine suggestions. Menu items might include citrus-shrimp salad, three-chile soup. seafood, and steak. Lunch and dinner.
Lobby Bar - Bar and lounge seating. Appetizers and cocktails. Open from early afternoon until late evening.
Room service - Available 24 hours.
Address
Hamburgo 195 Col Juarez
Mexico City, D.F. 06600
Mexico
Nearest major airport:
Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexico (MEX-Mexico City Intl.)
Area:
Reforma - Zona

The Peninsula Hong Kong Kowloon, Hong Kong

The Peninsula Hong Kong has long been hailed as one of the finest hotels in the world. Created 75 years ago in the glamorous 1920s, the legendary "Grande Dame of the Far East" continues to set hotel standards worldwide, offering a blend of the best of Eastern and Western hospitality in an atmosphere of unmatched classical grandeur and timeless elegance. The Peninsula Hong Kong offers the ultimate in luxury accommodations with the most spacious hotel rooms and suites in Hong Kong. Each one of the hotel's opulent guest rooms is comfortable and stylish and equipped with advanced technology for the convenience of hotel guests - underlined, of course, by the world-famous Peninsula service.
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Palace Hotel Luzern — Lucerne, Switzerland

The Palace Luzern Is Situated On The Shores Of Lake Luzern Framed By An Idyllic Alpine Landscape And Five Minutes Away From Old Town. A Luxurious Ambience And A Century Of Hotel Tradition Are The Keywords Of This Leading Hotel Of The World. Built In 1906, The Palace Luzern Is Central Switzerland's Leading Luxury Hotel. Its 168 Rooms And Suites Have Undergone Regular Renovations Offering Guests Old World Elegance And The Most Up-to Date Amenities. The Palace Luzern Offers Two Exclusive Restaurants With Superb Mediterranean Cuisine And An Elegant English Style Bar With Discreet Live Music From Jazz T

Park Hyatt Tokyo , HOTEL

The inspiration and backdrop for the critically acclaimed film, Lost In Translation, Park Hyatt Tokyo is an elegant oasis of space and calm that offers spectacular views of Tokyo and the Kanto Plain all the way to Mount Fuji, from the top 14 floors of the 52-storey Shinjuku Park Tower. Conveniently located in the heart of Shinjuku, Tokyo's vibrant business and entertainment district, the hotel is approximately 90 minutes from Narita International Airport and close to Shinjuku Station, the city's major transportation hub with rail and subway access to anywhere in metropolitan Tokyo. Designed to feel more like a modern private residence than a hotel, Park Hyatt Tokyo's attention to detail extends to a range of specially commissioned works of art that are displayed throughout the hotel. The 178 rooms and suites are the most spacious hotel guest rooms in Tokyo, providing a serene retreat and an efficient private office with the latest amenities