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Location
This comfortable hotel is quietly situated on Elephantine Island. The closest stop for public transport is only 1 km from the hotel.

Facilities
Guests at this large property have the choice between 8 villas/houses or 230 rooms, including 25 junior suites and 193 double rooms, which are located in two 4-storey buildings. The friendly staff at the reception desk in the lobby are happy to answer any questions. Amenities available at the hotel include a safe and a currency exchange service. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. Guests can browse a number of shops, including a supermarket. The grounds of the hotel feature a playground and a lovely garden. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park. Further services include a babysitting service, medical assistance, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser and a hotel shuttle bus.

Rooms
Rooms feature a living area, a kitchen and a bathroom, and air conditioning ensures just the right temperature. A balcony is among the standard amenities of some rooms. Rooms have a double bed or a king-size bed. Separate bedrooms are available. A safe and a minibar are also available. The kitchenette comes with a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels and WiFi (no extra charge) provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. The hotel has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment
While the adults swim a few laps in the outdoor pool, children can enjoy splashing about in their own swimming area. Sun loungers and parasols are available on the sun terrace. There is a poolside snack bar as well. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hotel, including tennis, a gym, table tennis, billiards and massage treatments. The hotel offers an entertainment programme for adults.

Meals
Dining facilities include a dining room, a café and a bar. A number of specialities await guests in the air-conditioned, non-smoking restaurant. Catering options include bed and breakfast, half board and full board. A generous breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. At lunch and dinner, guests can choose between a buffet, à la carte and a set menu. Special meals, including diet meals, are also available.

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

Location
This hotel is located in Sacramento. The nearest airport is Sacramento - Metropolitan (SMF).

Facilities
Guests can enjoy the pleasant ambience of one of the 120 rooms. The hotel offers a laundry service. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park.

Rooms
Rooms are equipped with air conditioning. Rooms include a double bed. A refrigerator, a stovetop, a microwave and a tea/coffee station are standard features. A telephone, a TV and WiFi ensure optimal comfort. The hotel has 101 non-smoking rooms and 1 smoking room.

Sports/Entertainment
For those who wish to stay active while on holiday, the hotel offers golf.

Meals
Bed and breakfast can be booked.

Location
This hotel is located in Carmel. The nearest airport is Hotel Carmel.

Facilities
27 rooms are available to guests at this hotel, which includes a reception desk. The hotel features a baggage storage service. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas (no extra charge). The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Travellers with their own cars can use the parking spaces (no extra charge) (subject to availability). Complimentary newspapers are available.

Rooms
A balcony is included as standard in some rooms. For guests' convenience, units include a refrigerator and a tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. Other features include a telephone, a flatscreen television with satellite channels and WiFi (no extra charge). A hairdryer and bathrobes are on hand in the bathrooms for everyday use. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products.

Sports/Entertainment
The hot tub in the pool area promises pure relaxation.

Meals
A fortifying breakfast is served daily.

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

Location
This city and business hotel is located in the centre of downtown Vancouver. The immediate vicinity features restaurants, bars, pubs, shops and public transport links. Nearby attractions include Vancouver art gallery, BC Place stadium, Robson Street, Grouse Mountain ski resort and Grandville Island. Royal Centre Mall with its shops is adjacent to the hotel.

Facilities
10 junior suites, 10 suites, 293 single rooms and 331 double rooms are located on 34 storeys and can be reached by lift. Check-in and check-out are possible at any time at the 24-hour reception desk. Amenities include a safe and a currency exchange service. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. There are also a number of shops that make for great strolling and browsing. Additional facilities include a newspaper stand. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park. Further services and facilities include a babysitting service, translation services, room service, a laundry service and a hairdresser.

Rooms
Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. A balcony is included as standard in some rooms. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed or a king-size bed. A safe and a minibar are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a TV, a radio, an alarm clock and WiFi are provided as well. A hairdryer and bathrobes are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has family rooms and 644 non-smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment
The pleasantly heated water of the outdoor pool area guarantees comfortable swimming. The hot tub in the pool area promises pure relaxation. Leisure activities and facilities at the hotel include golf, a gym, a spa and a sauna or, for a fee, a beauty salon.

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 generous breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. At lunch and dinner, guests can choose between à la carte and a set menu. Special meals, including diet meals, are also available. The hotel also offers special catering options.

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

Location
This business hotel is located in Rimini's main shopping district. It lies just 50 m from the beach and only 5 minutes from the railway station, as well as from Rimini's historic centre with its antique buildings, Roman Arch and Tiberius Bridge. Guests will find a number of restaurants, bars, pubs, public transport links, shops and nightlife spots in the hotel's immediate vicinity. Ravenna is around 40 km, or 1 hour, away, and the city of Bologna can be reached in 90 minutes by car or by public transport links.

Facilities
The hotel has 7 single rooms and 45 double rooms, which are located on 4 storeys and are reachable by lift. The reception desk is open round the clock. A safe, room service, 7 conference rooms and a business centre are available. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. A bicycle hire service (no extra charge) gives guests the opportunity to explore the surrounding area independently.

Rooms
Rooms are equipped with air conditioning and individually adjustable heating. A balcony or terrace is among the standard features of some rooms. Rooms have a double bed or a king-size bed. A safe and a minibar are also available. A mini fridge and a tea/coffee station are 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. The hotel has family rooms and 52 non-smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment
The sports and entertainment facilities at the hotel ensure that guests have plenty of activities to choose from during their stay. Guests can enjoy a refreshing swim in the outdoor pool area. Guests can relax and enjoy the sun loungers and parasols provided. The hot tub in the pool area promises pure relaxation. With cycling/mountain biking available, active guests can exercise to their heart's content. Parents can unwind while the kids can participate in an entertainment programme full of fun activities.

Meals
Dining facilities include a restaurant with air conditioning, a dining room and a bar. Catering options include bed and breakfast, half board, full board and all-inclusive. At breakfast, guests serve themselves at the generous buffet. Various dishes can be ordered à la carte for lunch and dinner.

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

Location
This hotel is located in Pleasanton. The nearest airport is Oakland - Metropolitan Int. (OAK).

Facilities
The hotel has a reception desk and features 112 rooms. A laundry service is available to guests. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park.

Rooms
Rooms are equipped with air conditioning. Rooms include a sofa bed. A refrigerator, a stovetop, a microwave and a tea/coffee station are standard features. A telephone, a TV and WiFi provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. The hotel has 98 non-smoking rooms and 1 smoking room.

Sports/Entertainment
The sports and entertainment facilities at the hotel ensure that guests have plenty of activities to choose from during their stay. The outdoor pool complex provides invigorating refreshment. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hotel, including golf and a gym.

Meals
Bed and breakfast can be booked.