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Location
This hotel offers guests easy access to the Universal Studios, Los Angeles Zoo, Staples Centre, Hollywood Walk of Fame, Kodak Theatre, Grauman's Chinese Theatre, the Dodgers Stadium, Disneyland, the Getty Museum, L.A. Museum Row, Griffith Park Observatory, La Brea Tar Pits and Sunset Plaza. The hotel is situated only 12.8 km from Burbank Bob Hope Airport and just 27.5 km from the Los Angeles International Airport.

Facilities
37 single rooms and 17 double rooms are available. Staffed 24 hours a day, the reception desk provides a smooth check-in/check-out service. The hotel provides room service, a hairdresser and a business centre. Wireless internet access in public areas allows guests to stay connected. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park.

Rooms
Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. In some rooms, a terrace is included as standard. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed or a queen-size bed. A minibar is provided. Additional features include a refrigerator and a mini fridge. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, an alarm clock and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. Wheelchair-friendly rooms can be booked.

Sports/Entertainment
Excellent swimming awaits guests at the indoor pool.

Meals
Dining facilities include a café and a bar. A non-smoking restaurant with air conditioning, high chairs and a separate area for smokers is available to guests.

Payment
The hotel accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard.

Location
The hotel is very well-located around a 5-minute walk from the shops, bars and restaurants in the centre of Telford, as well as the bus and train stations. Ironbridge and RAF Cosford are both approximately 10 minutes away by car, while Birmingham and Birmingham International Airport are both approximately an hour's drive from the hotel.

Facilities
3 single rooms and 150 double rooms are located on 3 storeys and can be reached by lift. Check-in and check-out are possible at any time at the 24-hour reception desk. A cloakroom, a safe and a currency exchange service are available. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. Additional amenities include a TV room and a playroom. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park. Other services include room service and a laundry service.

Rooms
Central heating ensures that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed. Valuables can be securely stored in a safe. Guests will also find a tea/coffee station included among the standard features. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels and WiFi provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has family rooms and 153 non-smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment
The pleasantly heated water of the indoor pool area guarantees comfortable swimming. A sun terrace is a great place to while away the hours. The hot tub in the pool area promises pure relaxation. A gym, billiards and aerobics are options as well. There is a wellness area with a spa, a sauna and massage treatments and, for an additional fee, a steam bath and a solarium.

Meals
Dining facilities include a dining room, a breakfast room and a bar. Guests can enjoy the culinary delights of the non-smoking, air-conditioned restaurant, which provides high chairs for children. Catering options include bed and breakfast, half board and full board. A continental breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. At dinner, guests can order à la carte. Set menus are available at lunch and dinner. Special meals, including diet meals, are also available. The hotel also offers special catering options.

Payment
The following credit cards are accepted at the hotel: American Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard.

Location
The luxury Golden Ring hotel is located amongst the most luxurious Moscow hotels. Its location is considered one of the key hotel benefits: It stays in the business downtown, facing the Russian Foreign Office and Arbat street, within a walking distance from the Russian Government House, and in a short drive from EXPOCENTER on Presnya. The nearest subway stations are Smolenskaya (5 minutes by walk), Kievskaya and Arbatskaya. Nearest railroad station is Kievsky. Hotel neighbours multiple embassies and trade offices of the USA, Canada, the Great Britain, Italy, UAE, Republic of Korea, Turkey, Egypt, Switzerland and other states. Convenient location in the very center of Moscow allows to run effective business activities as well as to enjoy sightseeing and shopping. A simple walk or a short-distance drive keeps hotel apart from numerous historical and cultural landmarks or entertainment centers: Red Square and the Kremlin, State Historical Museum, Cathedral of Christ the Savior, Vakhtangov State Theatre, Slobodkin State Concert Center, Alexander Pushkin Memorial Museum, capital’s central Gorky Park, Moscow Zoo, the largest downtown shopping malls Europeisky and Afimall City, etc.

Facilities
263 rooms and 75 junior suites are available to guests at this hotel, which includes a 24-hour reception desk. Amenities include a currency exchange service. Wireless internet access (no extra charge) allows guests to surf the internet and catch up on email. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. Souvenirs can be purchased at the gift shop. Additional facilities include a newspaper stand. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park (for a fee). Further services and facilities include a transfer service, 24-hour room service, a laundry service and a hotel shuttle bus. The business centre is on hand for guests' business requirements and provides a fax machine. Lectures, presentations and meetings can be held in one of the 7 conference rooms.

Rooms
Air conditioning ensures that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Guests will also find a tea/coffee station included among the standard features. Other features include a direct dial telephone, satellite television and WiFi (no extra charge).

Sports/Entertainment
After an eventful day, guests can work out and recharge in the gym. The wellness area features various facilities, such as a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a hammam, a beauty salon, massage treatments and a solarium.

Meals
The hotel includes 2 restaurants and a lobby bar. A generous breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day.

Payment
The hotel accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, JCB and MasterCard.

Location
The hotel is situated in a quiet location, next to the beach. The nearest city of Malinska is only 2 km away, easily accessible either by sea promenade or by car. The nearest public transport links are in the centre of Malinska. The distance to the nearby Rijeka Airport (RJK) is only 15 km.

Facilities
Guests have a choice of 97 rooms, including 33 junior suites, 17 suites and 46 double rooms, located in a 2-storey main building and several auxiliary buildings. This hotel has a lift and a 24-hour reception desk. The hotel provides a safe, a TV room, a playroom, a childcare service, an alarm call service, a laundry service and a conference room. Wireless internet access (for a fee) is provided in public areas. There are a number of shops as well. Children can enjoy the playground. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage (for a fee) or in the car park. Services include a hotel shuttle bus.

Rooms
Rooms feature a living room and a bathroom. Air conditioning ensures comfortable temperatures. Guests have a sea view from the balcony or terrace, which are standard features of some rooms. Rooms include a sofa bed. Children's beds can be requested for younger guests. A safe and a minibar are also available. Guests will also find a refrigerator included among the standard features. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels and WiFi are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. Family rooms are available for parents with children.

Sports/Entertainment
There are indoor and outdoor pools and a children's swimming area. Refreshing drinks at the pool bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub offer the perfect way to unwind. A short break or an entire afternoon on the sun terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols, is time well spent. With sailing and kayaking available, the hotel also caters to water sports enthusiasts. Jet skiing is organised by third-party operators. Sport and leisure facilities at the hotel include a gym and table tennis. The hotel offers a range of facilities in the wellness area. Options include a spa and, for an additional fee, a sauna, a steam bath and massage treatments. An entertainment programme and a kids' club round out the entertainment options.

Meals
Various dining options are available, including a dining room and a bar. Delicious specialities await guests in 2 non-smoking, air-conditioned restaurants. Catering options include bed and breakfast and half board. A delicious and varied buffet is prepared for breakfast and dinner. Special culinary options, such as vegetarian dishes, are also available.

Payment
The following credit cards are accepted: VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard.

Location
This hotel is located on Rachadapisek Road, right in the heart of Bangkok’s business, commercial and entertainment area, around 30 minutes from Don Mueng International Airport and some 40 minutes from Suvarnabhumi Airport. A stop on the new Bangkok subway system, which connects with the Sky Train, is only a 3-minute walk from the hotel, allowing guests to travel to most places of interest for both business and leisure in a very short time. The Queen Sirikit Convention Centre, Sukhumvit Road, Silom Road, and the Weekend Market are only 10 minutes away by subway.

Facilities
The hotel has 215 rooms, which are located on 14 storeys and are reachable by lift. The reception desk is open round the clock. Amenities available at the hotel include a safe and a cash machine. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. Additional facilities include a TV room. Parking spaces are available to guests travelling by car. Other services include a babysitting service (for a fee), a childcare service, medical assistance, a transfer service, room service, a laundry service, a coin-operated laundry and a page service. Complimentary newspapers are available. Lectures, presentations and meetings can be held in one of the 2 conference rooms.

Rooms
Air conditioning ensures that rooms maintain just the right temperature. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed. An extra bed is available for a fee. A minibar and a desk or, for an additional fee, a safe are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator and a tea/coffee station. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. A hairdryer and bathrobes are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Family rooms are available for parents with children.

Sports/Entertainment
The outdoor pool complex is ideal for exercise and relaxation. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hotel, including a gym, aerobics, a spa and massage treatments.

Meals
Various dining options are available, including a restaurant with air conditioning, a café and a bar. Breakfast, a set lunch menu and a dinner from the buffet or as a set menu offer plenty of delicious variety.

Payment
The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA, JCB and MasterCard.

Location
This hotel is located in Monrovia. The nearest airport is Los Angeles - International (LAX).

Facilities
The hotel has 122 rooms, which are located on 3 storeys and are reachable by lift. The friendly staff at the reception desk are happy to answer any questions. A safe, a TV room and a coin-operated laundry are available. Wireless internet access (no extra charge) allows guests to surf the internet and catch up on email. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park for a fee.

Rooms
Rooms feature a kitchen and a bathroom, and air conditioning ensures just the right temperature. A desk is provided. A refrigerator, a stovetop, a microwave and a tea/coffee station are standard features. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. Other features include a telephone, a flatscreen television with cable channels and WiFi. A hairdryer is provided in the bathrooms. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Wheelchair-friendly rooms can be booked. The hotel has 100 non-smoking rooms and 1 smoking room.

Sports/Entertainment
A gym is organised by third-party operators.

Meals
Bed and breakfast can be booked.

Payment
The hotel accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, Diners Club, JCB and MasterCard.

Location
This hotel lies in a quiet area in Benahavis, about 5 km from the beach.

Facilities
9 rooms await guests at this hotel, which includes a reception desk. The hotel provides a safe and an alarm call service. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. Souvenirs can be purchased at the gift shop. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park.

Rooms
Air conditioning and a fan ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. There is also a safe and, for a fee, a minibar. A refrigerator, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station are standard features. Equipped with a telephone, a TV and WiFi (no extra charge), the rooms provide many ways for guests to stay connected and entertained. Bathrooms include a hairdryer and are equipped with a shower and a bathtub.

Sports/Entertainment
The sports and entertainment facilities at the hotel ensure that guests have plenty of activities to choose from during their stay. The pool complex promises pleasant and carefree swimming. Comfortable sun loungers are available on the terrace. For those who wish to stay active while on holiday, the hotel offers golf. A casino offers fun and entertainment.

Meals
The dining area includes a restaurant and a bar. A delicious breakfast provides energy for the rest of the day.

Location
This hotel is located in the heart of Vancouver, not far from trendy Robson Street and the Yaletown district. Links to the public transport network as well as a bus station can be found directly beside the building, while a broad spectrum of restaurants, bars, art galleries, and theatres are all located in the immediate vicinity. Guests will reach a nightclub, an underground/ urban rail station, and shops in a few minutes on foot, and English Bay lies around 10 minutes away by public transport. The famous Granville Island is situated about 1 km from the hotel, with Stanley Park a little further away. The city of Richmond is a 25-minute drive from the hotel.

Facilities
733 non-smoking rooms, including 18 junior suites, 15 suites, 244 single rooms and 361 double rooms, are available to guests in a 35-storey main building and a 27-storey auxiliary building. This complex has 8 lifts and a 24-hour reception desk. Amenities available at the hotel include a safe and a currency exchange service. Wireless internet access in public areas allows guests to stay connected. There are a number of shops as well. Parking facilities available to guests include a garage (for a fee) and a car park (for a fee). Further services include a babysitting service, medical assistance, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser and a hotel shuttle bus. Bicycles can be kept in the bicycle storage area.

Rooms
Rooms are equipped with air conditioning and individually adjustable heating. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed or a king-size bed. Separate bedrooms can be booked. Children's beds can be requested for younger guests. A safe and a minibar are also available. Additional features include a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, an alarm clock and WiFi are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. Some of the wheelchair-friendly rooms have a wheelchair-accessible bathroom. Family rooms are available for parents with children.

Sports/Entertainment
While the adults swim a few laps in the indoor pool, children can splash around in the kids' pools. The sun loungers are perfect for soaking up some sun. The hot tub in the pool area promises pure relaxation. For those who wish to stay active while on holiday, the hotel offers golf. The fitness rooms are perfect for a comprehensive workout. Various wellness options are available at the complex, including a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, massage treatments and a solarium.

Meals
Various dining options are available, including a dining room, a breakfast room, a café and a bar. Guests can enjoy the culinary delights of the non-smoking, air-conditioned restaurant, which provides high chairs for children. A continental breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. For lunch and dinner, guests can order à la carte.

Payment
The complex accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, Diners Club, JCB and MasterCard.