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Location
This charming hotel offers a stunning location in an elegant quarter of Rimini. A wide selection of shopping and entertainment venues as well as a beach are all located in the neighbourhood. Furthermore, Bologna Airport is within 90 km of the hotel.

Facilities
8 suites, 32 single rooms and 24 double rooms are located on 5 storeys and can be reached by lift. The reception desk in the lobby is staffed round the clock. Services and facilities include a safe, a currency exchange service, a TV room, a babysitting service on request, room service, a laundry service and a conference room. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. Children can enjoy the playground. Parking facilities available to guests include a garage and a car park. A bicycle hire service (no extra charge) gives guests the opportunity to explore the surrounding area independently.

Rooms
Air conditioning ensures that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. Guests can enjoy the sea view from a balcony or terrace. A safe and a minibar are also available. A refrigerator, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station are standard features. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. The hotel has 64 non-smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment
Going for a swim at the pool complex, which includes indoor and outdoor areas, is a great way to relax. Guests can relax and enjoy the sun loungers and parasols provided. The pool bar serves a selection of refreshing drinks. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hotel, including cycling/mountain biking, beach volleyball, golf, a gym and table tennis. Children are well looked after in the kids' club.

Meals
Various dining options are available, including a restaurant, a breakfast room and a bar. Half board is offered as a catering option. A generous breakfast buffet and dinner are served every day.

Location
Ideally situated just 50 metres from the Clotes chairlift and 200 metres from the town centre, the hotel offers a friendly and sporty atmosphere. The A32 Autostrada Torino-Bardonecchia motorway is 7 km from the hotel, and Torino is around 45 minutes away by car.

Facilities
40 rooms, including 21 double rooms, are located on 6 storeys and can be reached by lift. Multilingual staff at the reception are happy to assist guests at the reception desk round the clock. Check-in and check-out are available 24 hours a day. To ensure guests a comfortable and relaxing stay, the hotel provides various services and facilities, including a baggage storage service, a safe, a TV room and a playroom. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. A fireplace creates a cosy atmosphere.

Rooms
Individually adjustable heating ensures that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. A balcony or terrace is among the standard amenities of some rooms. Guests are sure to get a good night's sleep in the double bed. Valuables can be securely stored in a safe. 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. Wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms are also available.

Sports/Entertainment
Fine weather can be enjoyed on the terrace.

Meals
Dining facilities include a non-smoking restaurant, a dining room, a breakfast room and a bar. Catering options include bed and breakfast and half board. A continental breakfast and dinner are served every day.

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

Location
This city hotel is located close to the city centre of Manchester. Links to the public transport system and a diversity of nightclubs are only 200 m away. The hotel is located on the main road of Portland Street.

Facilities
The hotel has 205 rooms, including 3 junior suites, suites, 30 single rooms and 171 double rooms, which are located on 7 storeys and are reachable by lift. The reception desk is open round the clock. A cloakroom, a safe, a currency exchange service, room service, a laundry service and a conference room are available. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park.

Rooms
Air conditioning and central heating ensure 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. Equipped with a direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi, 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. The hotel has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment
The indoor and outdoor pools are ideal for exercise as well as relaxation. Guests can unwind in the on-site hot tub. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hotel, including a gym, a spa and a sauna.

Meals
Various dining options are available, including a non-smoking restaurant, a dining room and a bar. In addition to breakfast, the hotel also offers lunch and dinner à la carte.

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

Location
The Hanseatic City of Stralsund, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, is an attractive destination in the north-east of Germany, with its position as the gate to the east, scenic surroundings, its historical buildings and brick churches. The city centre is around 3 km from the hotel. A bus station is located around 100 m away, and shopping facilities can be found some 200 m away. The main train station is located around 3 km from the hotel. The Ozeaneum is also around 3 km away. The island of Rügen is some 40 km from the hotel, Rostock is around 70 km away and Rostock Airport is around 80 km away.

Facilities
The hotel has 5 suites, 10 single rooms and 99 double rooms, which are located on 9 storeys and are reachable by lift. The reception desk in the lobby is staffed round the clock. Guests can store valuables in the safe. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. There are a number of shops as well. Children can enjoy the playground. Additional amenities include a newspaper stand, a TV room and a playroom. Parking spaces are available to guests travelling by car. Other services include a childcare service and room service.

Rooms
Some rooms include a balcony. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed. Children's beds and extra beds can be requested for younger guests. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. 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. The hotel has family rooms and 114 non-smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment
Guests can work out or just relax in the outdoor and indoor pools. Kids can splash about in a special swimming area just for them. The pool area also includes a hot tub, a waterslide and a pool bar. Comfortable sun loungers are available on the terrace. The wide range of activities offered at the hotel ensures that there is something new to do every day, including cycling/mountain biking, tennis, volleyball and golf. The water sports offered include aquafit. Guests can enjoy a wide range of indoor sports, including a gym, table tennis, badminton, squash, yoga, callisthenics, aerobics and handball. Various wellness options are available at the hotel, including a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a hammam, a beauty salon, massage treatments, Ayurveda treatments and a solarium. An entertainment programme and a casino are also options for entertainment.

Meals
Dining facilities include a dining room, a breakfast room and a bar. The non-smoking restaurant provides high chairs for children. Catering options include bed and breakfast, half board and full board. At breakfast and dinner, 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, JCB and MasterCard.

Location
This city hotel is situated in a prime location in western Amman, conveniently close to shopping centres and the perfect base to explore the many places of interest in the surrounding area of Jordan, which includes the Dead Sea (40 km away) and Mount Nebo. The hotel is just a 30-minute drive from Queen Alia International Airport.

Facilities
The hotel has 10 junior suites, 18 suites, 88 single rooms and 110 double rooms, which are located on 14 storeys and are reachable by lift. Guests are warmly welcomed by multilingual staff at the 24-hour reception desk in the lobby. Check-in/check-out service is available round the clock. Amenities include a cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service and cash machine. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. There are a number of shops, including a supermarket. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Additional facilities include a newspaper stand. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park (no extra charge). Further services and facilities include a babysitting service, medical assistance, a transfer service, translation services, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser, a coin-operated laundry and a page service. Complimentary newspapers are available.

Rooms
Air conditioning and individually adjustable 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. Separate bedrooms are available. An extra bed is available for a fee. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. For self-catering guests, there is a well-equipped kitchenette with a refrigerator, mini fridge, tea/coffee station and dishwasher. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, a DVD player and WiFi are provided as well. A selection of pillows ensures a comfortable stay. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower, a bathtub and a bidet. A hairdryer and bathrobes are provided. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has 81 non-smoking rooms and 1 smoking room.

Sports/Entertainment
The outdoor pool complex includes a children's swimming area and is ideal for working out or just relaxing. Guests can treat themselves to refreshing drinks at the poolside snack bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub. Sun loungers and parasols are available on the terrace, where guests can enjoy a quick break or relax for hours. Sport and leisure facilities at the hotel include a gym and aerobics. Various wellness options are available at the hotel, including a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a hammam, a beauty salon, massage treatments and hydrotherapy treatments. Entertainment options and leisure facilities include a dance club and a nightclub.

Meals
Dining facilities include a dining room, a breakfast room, a café, a bar and a pub. A non-smoking restaurant with air conditioning, high chairs and a separate area for smokers is available to guests. Catering options include bed and breakfast, half board, full board and all-inclusive. A continental 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. The hotel also offers special catering options.

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

Location
This hotel is located right in the heart of Harrison Hot Springs.

Facilities
The hotel has 334 rooms and includes a lift and a reception desk. Services and facilities include room service, a hairdresser and a business centre. Wireless internet access in public areas allows guests to stay connected. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park.

Rooms
Amenities include a telephone and a TV. Bathrooms include a hairdryer and are equipped with a shower and a bathtub.

Sports/Entertainment
The outdoor pool complex is ideal for exercise and relaxation. The hot tub in the pool area promises pure relaxation. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hotel, including tennis, a spa and massage treatments. Additional amenities include an entertainment programme for children with a number of fun activities.

Meals
Various dining options are available, including a restaurant, a dining room, a café and a bar.

Location
This hotel is located close to the city walls at the heart of the city of York. Links to the public transport network can easily be reached on foot lying just 1 km from the hotel and Leeds Bradford Airport is some 48 km away and can be reached in just 30 minutes by car.

Facilities
The hotel was built in 1910. Guests have a choice of 85 rooms, 17 single rooms and 47 double rooms. Staffed 24 hours a day, the reception desk makes check-in and check-out easy. The hotel provides a safe, a transfer service, room service, a laundry service, a conference room and a business centre. Wireless internet access in public areas allows guests to stay connected. A fireplace creates a cosy atmosphere. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park.

Rooms
Central heating ensures that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed. A minibar is provided. 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. Bathrooms include a hairdryer and are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. The hotel has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment
Fine weather can be enjoyed on the terrace.

Meals
Various dining options are available, including a non-smoking restaurant, a dining room and a bar. A delicious and varied buffet is prepared for breakfast every day, and a set menu can be ordered at lunch and dinner.

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

Location
This resort property is located 10 minutes' walk from the nearest metrolink transport link and 10 minutes from central Burbank with its shops. It is just minutes from entertainment venues and attractions such as Universal Studios/City Walk (15 minutes' drive), Warner Brothers and NBC. Hollywood is 20 minutes' drive and it is 25 minutes to the Getty Center, 35 minutes to Six Flags Magic Mountain, 58 minutes to Knot's Berry Farm and 60 minutes to Disneyland. The property is also just 9 km from Griffith Park and it lies directly opposite Burbank Airport.

Facilities
488 rooms are available to guests in a 9-storey main building and an 8-storey auxiliary building. Guests are warmly welcomed by multilingual staff at the 24-hour reception desk in the lobby. Check-in/check-out service is available round the clock. Amenities available at the hotel include a baggage storage service, a safe and a cash machine. Wireless internet access (no extra charge) allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. A lift and 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. Parking spaces are available to guests travelling by car. Other services include a babysitting service (for a fee), a transfer service, room service, a laundry service, a coin-operated laundry, a page service and a hotel shuttle bus. Complimentary newspapers are available.

Rooms
Rooms are equipped with air conditioning and individually adjustable heating. There is no additional charge for an extra bed. A desk, and for a fee, a safe and a minibar are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge, a microwave 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. Guests can take advantage of the nightly turndown service. The daily newspaper is laid out for guests in the the rooms. 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 non-smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment
The pleasantly heated water of the 2 outdoor pools ensures comfortable swimming. Sun loungers and parasols on the terrace invite guests to relax and unwind. The hot tub in the pool area promises pure relaxation. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hotel, including tennis, golf, a gym, aerobics and a spa.

Meals
Various dining options are available, including a dining room, a café, a bar and a pub. A number of specialities await guests in the air-conditioned, non-smoking restaurant. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are available.

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

Location
This luxury hotel is situated directly on the Paseo Montejo, in the leisure area of Merida. Within a few minutes walk, guests will reach the centre with its various pubs, restaurants and lively nightlife. Links to the public transport network can be found directly outside the hotel.

Facilities
The hotel has 350 rooms, including 99 single rooms and 157 double rooms, which are located on 5 storeys and are reachable by lift. The reception desk is open round the clock. A safe, translation services, a conference room 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. There are also a number of shops that make for great strolling and browsing. Children can enjoy the playground. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park.

Rooms
Rooms are equipped with air conditioning. Some rooms have a balcony, which gives guests additional space for rest and relaxation. 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. Other features include a direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels and WiFi. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. The hotel has family rooms, 320 non-smoking rooms and 1 smoking room.

Sports/Entertainment
The outdoor pool complex provides invigorating refreshment. Leisure activities and facilities at the hotel include a gym and a spa or, for a fee, tennis. Guests of all ages have the opportunity to enjoy a fun entertainment programme.

Meals
Various dining options are available, including a dining room and a bar. Warm hospitality and a cosy atmosphere await guests in 2 non-smoking restaurants. A generous breakfast buffet is served daily.