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Location
This modern beach hotel is situated in the centre of Benalmadena. The sandy beach is only a stone's throw away and the nearest train station lies directly in front of the hotel building. The marina is only 200 metres away, the nearest nightclub is less than 1 km from the hotel and Torremolinos is 4 km from the hotel.

Facilities
Units include 373 double rooms located in a 9-storey main building and a 5-storey auxiliary building. At this property, which includes a lift and a 24-hour reception desk in the lobby, a check-in/check-out service is available round the clock. A safe, a currency exchange service, medical assistance, a laundry service, a hairdresser and a conference room are available. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. A number of shops, including a souvenir shop, are great for shopping or just browsing. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. A bicycle hire service provides all the necessary equipment for exploring the surrounding area.

Rooms
Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. Guests can enjoy the sea view from a balcony or terrace. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed or a queen-size 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, satellite television 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.

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 (for a fee) offer the perfect way to unwind. Sun loungers and parasols on the terrace invite guests to relax and unwind. For guests who wish to keep active, tennis and golf are available. With catamaraning and aquafit available, the hotel also caters to water sports enthusiasts. The hotel offers numerous indoor sports, including a gym, table tennis and aerobics or, for a fee, billiards. There is a wellness area with a spa, a sauna, a beauty salon and massage treatments and, for an additional fee, a steam bath and a hammam. Activity coordinators organise an entertainment programme for adults and children.

Meals
Various dining options are available, including a restaurant, a café and a bar. Half board can be booked. A delicious and varied buffet awaits guests at breakfast, lunch and dinner. The chefs prepare delicious specialities during the show cooking.

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

Location
This business hotel lies on the outskirts of Weinheim. It is surrounded by wine-growing mountains, castle ruins and plenty of greenery as well as offering a stay in Romantic surroundings. Due to it’s convenient location guests will quickly and easily be able to reach the A5/A67 and the A6. There is also a bus stop located right by the hotel. Plenty of shopping and entertainment opportunities are located around 2 km from the hotel. Frankfurt airport is located roughly 75 km from the hotel. Heidelberg as well as Mannheim are around 20 km away.

Facilities
The hotel has a lift and features 7 single rooms and 180 double rooms. The reception desk is open round the clock. A safe, 14 conference rooms and a business centre are available. Wireless internet access (for a fee) allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. 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 central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. All rooms are carpeted and have a double bed or a king-size bed. Children's beds can be requested for younger guests. A minibar and a desk are also available. Guests will also find a mini fridge included among the standard features. Internet access, a direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels and a radio 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 187 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. A sun terrace is a great place to while away the hours. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hotel, including a gym, a sauna and a steam bath.

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 half board and full board. For breakfast, lunch and dinner, guests serve themseves at the buffet or choose their preferred fare from the menu (for lunch and dinner).

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

Location
This superior hotel lies at the heart of Luxor close to the River Nile. The international airport of Luxor is just a 7 km away.

Facilities
The hotel has a lift and features 55 rooms. The reception desk in the lobby is staffed round the clock. Services such as a safe and a cash machine ensure a comfortable stay. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. Additional facilities include a library. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park. Further services and facilities include medical assistance, a transfer service, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser and a hotel shuttle bus.

Rooms
Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. A balcony or terrace is a standard feature of some rooms. Guests will also find a mini fridge included among the standard features. Other features include a telephone, satellite television and WiFi. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower. 3 family rooms are available for parents with children.

Sports/Entertainment
At the hotel, guests can exercise and enjoy activities or just unwind. Guests can enjoy a refreshing swim in the outdoor pool area. Leisure activities available for a fee at the hotel include a beauty salon and massage treatments. A dance club offers fun and entertainment.

Meals
Various dining options are available, including a café and a lobby 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 delicious and varied buffet awaits guests at breakfast, lunch and dinner. Vegetarian dishes and halal food can be prepared on request. Baby food provides for little ones' well being.

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

Location
Located directly next to the sea and close to the centre, this beach hotel is situated in Positano. The sandy beach lies in the immediate vicinity of the hotel. Numerous shops, various bars and restaurants are also in the hotel's vicinity, around 1 km away. The nearest nightclub is around 1.5 km away.

Facilities
The hotel has 19 rooms, including 3 single rooms and 12 double rooms, and includes a lift and a reception desk. The hotel provides room service and a laundry service. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. Everyday necessities can be purchased at the supermarket. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park.

Rooms
Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. Some rooms have a balcony, which gives guests additional space for rest and relaxation. Equipped with internet access, a direct dial telephone and a TV, the rooms provide many ways for guests to stay connected and entertained. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer.

Sports/Entertainment
Guests can relax and enjoy the sun loungers and parasols provided.

Meals
There is a bar on the premises. A generous breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day.

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

Location
This family-friendly business hotel is in the heart of the Sydney 2000 Olympic precinct and is within easy walking distance to major venues, including Acer Arena, ANZ Stadium and Sydney Aquatic Centre. Kingsford Smith Airport is approximately 21 km from the conference hotel.

Facilities
144 double rooms are located on 6 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 cloakroom, a safe and a currency exchange service. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. Souvenirs can be purchased at the gift shop. Additional facilities include a newspaper stand. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park for a fee. Further services and facilities include a babysitting service, a childcare service, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser and a coin-operated laundry. Active guests who wish to explore the surrounding area by bike will appreciate the bicycle hire service (for a fee). Bicycle storage is also available.

Rooms
Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed. Guests may securely store their valuables in a safe. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. There is a direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi in the rooms. Bathrooms include a hairdryer and 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 non-smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment
The pool complex ensures comfortable swimming with its indoor and outdoor pools and pleasantly heated water (for a fee). Children can enjoy a special swimming area just for them. Fine weather can be enjoyed on the terrace. Leisure activities and facilities at the hotel include a spa. For a fee, guests can also enjoy cycling/mountain biking, tennis, crazy golf, golf, archery and a gym. Parents can unwind while the kids can participate in an entertainment programme full of fun activities.

Meals
Various dining options are available, including a dining room, a breakfast room, a café, a bar and a pub. Guests can enjoy the culinary delights of the non-smoking, air-conditioned restaurant, which provides high chairs for children. At breakfast, guests serve themselves at the generous buffet. Various dishes can be ordered à la carte for lunch and dinner.

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