Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Hotel The Augustime


The Augustine Hotel

Rooms & Suites: 101
The Rocco Forte Collection is to open a five-star hotel in the heart of the Czech Republic capital, in the immediate neighbourhood of Prague Castle.
Suitably located in Prague's picturesque Mala Strana district.The Augustine, the essence of Prague's history, character and loveliness is close to the majestic Prague Castle, the Wallenstein Garden, the famous Charles Bridge and within easy reach of the city's many colourful traveler attractions, creation it an perfect choice for business and leisure travellers. The design of the interiors was accomplished by the London-based design company RDD, together with Olga Polizzi, The Rocco Forte Collection's Director of Design. The hotel is also in close proximity to Prague's commercial district and Prague's Ruzyne International Airport is a 30-minute drive away.

 The 101-bedroom stuff including 16 suites has been shaped from seven buildings, many of which have historical significance, including the 13th century Augustinian St. Thomas's Monastery, after which the hotel is named. Several practicing monks still live in a separate part of the monastery, adjacent to the hotel grounds.

 The visitors may advantage from the direct access to the neighboring St. Thomas's Church and exclusive rental of the adjacent Wallenstein Garden for the ultimate summer events and bridal welcomes.


 The hotel's stylishly designed bedrooms all boast stunning views over the courtyards, the monastery chapel or Prague Castle. The groups include an impressive 150sqm The Charles Suite and The Tower Suite, located in the monastery's astronomical tower. All rooms feature a range of decorative accessories inspired by 1930's Czech cubism, many of which are reproductions from Czech design specialist Modernista, including timber chairs by Pavel Janak and chaise-lounges by Adolf Loos in some of the larger rooms.

Explorer
For persons who want to venture outside of the city walls, the nearby area boasts some fantastic countryside, castles, palaces, gardens and mountains. The hotel's concierge would be more than happy to organise day trips outside of the city.

Sunday, May 29, 2011

Hotel Banyan Tree Bangkok


Banyan Tree Bangkok

Rooms & Suites: 215

The hotel is located in the heart of downtown Bangkok, amidst the city's main business and embassy district.
The luxury suites are generously equipped right down to the last detail. At the end of a long day of sightseeing or shopping, you really should indulge yourself in the celebrated Banyan Tree Sky Spa with its treatment rooms, delightful sun deck, Jacuzzi, pool with a swirling current and a range of treatments and therapies.


From the ground floor, with its view of the secluded, tranquil garden to the dizzy heights of the 60th floor Bai Yun restaurant (one of seven places to dine) with its spectacular views over the city, the aura is one of traditional Thai hospitality, indulgent luxury and charm. The Banyan Tree Club with its dedicated spa treatment rooms and welcoming touches like foot baths, shoulder and neck massage, makes this an ideal residence for travelers.


Leisure

On-site: Outdoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi, Fitness, Spa.
Banyan Tree Bangkok unveils the city's most luxurious spa experience perched sky-high amidst the central business district. Banyan Tree Spa Bangkok dazzles guests with a total of 16 well-appointed treatment rooms on the 19th and 20th floors. First-time visitors to Banyan Tree Spa are encouraged to experience the signature Royal Banyan and Rejuvenation packages. The Royal Banyan features the exclusive Banyan Massage, which combines the best of East and West massage techniques and uses a harmony of intricate and rhythmic strokes to ease away tension and work its magic on the senses.
Banyan Tree Spa, Beauty salon, Facial treatments, Foot bath, Massage, Sauna, Steam bath, Fitness center

Child Policy
Children 11 and under can be added to the room for an additional cost of $74 per night. This fee includes breakfast and a roll-away bed.


Smoking Policy
Smoking is permitted in designated outdoor areas and specific rooms.

Thursday, May 26, 2011

Hotel The Rome Cavalieri


Rome Cavalieri  

The Rome Cavalieri is a 5 Star Luxury hotel, as well as the only resort in the hearth of the Eternal City.

Rome Cavalieri offers 345 guest rooms and 25 Suites, all provided with private balconies. Guests staying in Imperial Rooms or Suites have access to the exclusive Imperial Club - offering private VIP check in/check out service, complimentary breakfast, afternoon tea and refreshments throughout the day - as well as to the luxurious Grand Spa Club.   


Wow Factors  
• Situated in a 15-acre private Mediterranean park, overlooking Rome and the Vatican City.
• Located in a prestigious residential area of Rome, just 3 km from the Vatican City and 5 km from the historic city centre and its numerous attractions.
• Home to the world's most prestigious art collection housed within a hotel, including paintings, tapestries, period furniture, statues and artefacts exhibited throughout the Hotel's public areas and Suites.
• Two restaurants and five bars, including the 3 Star rated Michelin roof top restaurant La Pergola, directed by the celebrated chef Heinz Beck and offering panoramic views across the City from its roof terrace.
• 2,500 sqm luxurious Cavalieri Grand Spa Club, offering 1 indoor/3 outdoor swimming pools, Amethyst Turkish bath, saunas, gymnasium, treatment rooms, complete beauty center with La Prairie products, two floodlit Davis Cup red clay tennis courts, 800m fitness trail within the hotel's spacious grounds and 10 metres high free climbing wall.
• Penthouse and Planetarium Suites offer private 200 sq.m. terraces with hot tubs and breathtaking views of the Eternal City and St. Peter's Basilica.
• Guests staying in Imperial Rooms or Suites have access to the Imperial Club, offering private VIP check in/ check out, complimentary breakfast, finger food, afternoon tea as well as refreshments throughout the day.


Room Options 
345 Deluxe Rooms & 25 Luxurious Suites:
The Hotel hosts 345 spacious guest rooms, each 50 sqm in size, with breathtaking views of historical Rome from the private balcony. All rooms have an ample comfortable sitting area, marble bathroom, double soundproof door, LCD TV with Satellite and pay-tv, wireless and high-speed Internet, automatic shutters, as well as a spacious balcony for an ‘al fresco’ breakfast or evening aperitifs
The rooms on the two Imperial Floors have been designed for travellers who demand the best. They offer a range of extras including separate check-in and lift, king size "floating featherbeds", luxury toiletries, and upgraded entertainment facilities. They also benefit from the use of our exclusive Imperial Club whose complimentary facilities range from cocktails to computer use, as well as complimentary access to the Grand Spa.


The 25 luxurious Suites, ranging from 80 to 450 sqm in size, are all individually decorated and styled to showcase valuable antique furniture and paintings. Located on the Imperial floor, all the Suites offer spectacular panoramic views of Rome and of the Vatican City, as well as a stunning view of the St. Peters Dome. All have balconies with sliding doors, marble working desk, 3 independent phone lines for computer and fax, mini-bar, in-room safe, CD and Hi-Fi system, satellite TV, DVD player and DVD film menu available Sky Pay-TV channels, hair dryer, personal controlled air conditioning.
Four of the Hotel’s Suites offer the ultimate in amenities and luxury: the Napoleon Suite is furnished in an opulent style, with antique Empire furniture and original paintings; the Petronius Suite is decorated with exceptionally rare French XVIII century furniture with precious art works and antiques, luxury massage arm chair; the Planetarium Suite is an exclusive blend of antique and modern, boasting boiseries, important works of art, such as a series of Michael Indiana and Andy Warhol paintings, armchairs and sofas that once adorned Karl Lagerfeld's Paris home acquired by auction at Sothebys, Monte Carlo; finally, the Penthouse Suite, with its own private 200 sqm roof garden accessible via the rare wood-panelled staircase in the drawing room, offers bathrooms panelled in precious marble embellished with a malachite inlay, while the taps are made of Swarovski Bohemian crystal, and the scald-proof power shower features a tropical mist revitalising session of chromotherapy and aromatherapy.


Amenities & Services
Largest and most modern congress centre facility of any European 5-star deluxe hotel. Flexible venue offering more than 8,700m² of meeting and conference space, with Salone dei
Cavalieri grand ballroom boasting a capacity for 2100 guests.
Complimentary shuttle bus to the historic city centre.
Limousine service to airports and all destinations.
Babysitting service.
Pillow & Soap menu.
Pet-friendly hotel with special doggy menu.
Pet-sitting and Pet spa services available.
Boutique shopping.
Travel agency, bank and ATM.


Leisure
Three outdoor swimming pools, including children's pool, as well as a glass-domed indoor pool, featuring cascading waterfall, hydro-massage pool, Japanese stone walk and an impressive wood-burning fireplace.
State-of-the-art fitness centre with Technogym® equipment and full programme of classes.
Two floodlit Davis Cup red clay tennis courts.
800m fitness trail within the hotel's spacious grounds.
10 metres high free climbing wall.
Pool Bar - Located on the pool terrace, the Pool Bar is open throughout the summer season, offering a selection of refreshments and drinks, including homemade ice-cream.


Explore
Set in a private 15-acre Mediterranean park on Rome's highest hilltop, the Rome Cavalieri, The Waldorf Astoria Collection is located in a prestigious residential area of Rome, just 3 km from the Vatican City and 5 km from the historic city centre and its numerous attractions, reachable with the Hotel's complimentary shuttle which brings guests directly to Piazza Barberini, next to the Spanish Steps.

Getting There
The Hotel is located 35 km away from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), and 44 km from Pastine-Ciampino Airport (CIA). Also, it is only 5 km from Termini Train Station, and 3 km from the nearest underground station.

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