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Location
The hotel overlooks and offers direct access to the beach of Forte de São João. It is only 500 m from 'The Strip' - home to the highest concentration of businesses, restaurants and bars in the Algarve - and 1500 m from the historic and cultural centre of Albufeira. Faro Airport is around 30 km away.

Facilities
The apartment hotel welcomes guests in an 8-storey building with a lift and 61 non-smoking rooms. The reception desk in the lobby is staffed round the clock. Amenities include a safe and a currency exchange service. Wireless internet access in public areas allows guests to stay connected. A variety of shops are available, including a supermarket. The grounds of the hotel feature a playground and a lovely garden. Additional amenities include a newspaper stand and a TV room. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park. Further services and facilities include a babysitting service, a childcare service, room service, an alarm call service, a laundry service and a hotel shuttle bus.

Rooms
Rooms are equipped with air conditioning and individually adjustable heating. Guests can enjoy the sea view from a balcony or terrace. Separate bedrooms are available. Valuables can be securely stored in a safe. Some rooms offer a kitchenette with a refrigerator and a tea/coffee station. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels and WiFi ensure optimal comfort. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub.

Sports/Entertainment
Plenty of active recreation awaits guests in the pool area's 2 Outdoorpools. No matter the weather, swimming is always a possible in the indoor pool. There is also a special swimming area just for kids. A terrace with sun loungers and parasols is available. Refreshing drinks are served at the poolside snack bar. The hotel offers an extensive outdoor sport and leisure programme, which includes bocce, beach volleyball, volleyball, crazy golf, golf and archery. For a fee, guests can also enjoy cycling/mountain biking, tennis and horse riding. With aquafit or, for a fee, water skiing, jet skiing, paddle boating and banana boat rides available, fans of water sports have plenty of options to choose from. Guests can choose from a wide range of indoor sporting activities, such as a gym, table tennis, darts, callisthenics and aerobics or, for a fee, billiards and squash. The wellness area offers steam bath, hammam and massage treatments (for a fee). Leisure facilities include an entertainment programme, a kids' club and a casino.

Meals
Dining facilities include a dining room, a bar and a pub. 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, full board and all-inclusive. A delicious and varied buffet awaits guests at breakfast, lunch and dinner. The apartment hotel also offers snacks. The hotel offers a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

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

Location
This comfortable hotel is located in the east bank of the River Nile in the centre of Aswan. This unique position offers hotel guests a panoramic view of the river and direct proximity to the shopping amenities of Aswan.

Facilities
The hotel was modernised in 2016. The hotel welcomes guests in a 1-storey building with a lift and 100 rooms. 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 baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service and cash machine. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. There are a number of shops as well. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Additional facilities include a TV room. Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, medical assistance, a transfer service, 24-hour room service, an alarm call service, a laundry service, a coin-operated laundry, a page service and a hotel shuttle bus. Complimentary newspapers are available. Lectures, presentations and meetings can be held in one of the 9 conference rooms.

Rooms
Central heating ensures that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. A balcony or terrace is among the standard features in the rooms. Extra beds or children's beds can be provided upon request. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. A telephone, satellite television, an alarm clock and WiFi provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. Guests will also find slippers in their rooms. A hairdryer and bathrobes are on hand in the bathrooms for everyday use. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Wheelchair-friendly rooms can be booked.

Sports/Entertainment
While the adults swim a few laps in the outdoor pool, children can enjoy splashing about in their own swimming area. A short break or an entire afternoon on the sun terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols, is time well spent. Refreshing drinks are served at the poolside snack bar. Leisure activities and facilities at the hotel include a spa, a sauna, a steam bath and a beauty salon or, for a fee, a gym. The hotel offers an entertainment programme for adults.

Meals
The hotel includes a lobby bar. Warm hospitality and a cosy atmosphere await guests in 2 non-smoking restaurants. Catering options include bed and breakfast, half board and full board. A continental breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. Lunch (as a buffet and a set menu) and dinner (a buffet, à la carte and a set menu) offer something for everyone. Special meals, including vegetarian dishes, are also available.

Payment
The hotel accepts payment by major credit cards.

Location
This motel is located in Angels Camp. The nearest airport is Sacramento - Metropolitan (SMF).

Facilities
Guests can enjoy the pleasant ambience of one of the 55 rooms. To ensure guests a comfortable and relaxing stay, the motel provides various services and facilities, including a laundry service and a conference room. Wireless internet access in public areas allows guests to stay connected. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park.

Rooms
Rooms are equipped with air conditioning. Children's beds can be requested for younger guests. Valuables can be securely stored in a safe. A refrigerator, a microwave and a tea/coffee station are standard features. A telephone, a TV and WiFi are provided as well. A hairdryer is available in the bathrooms. The motel has non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment
The sports and entertainment facilities at the motel ensure that guests have plenty of activities to choose from during their stay. The outdoor pool complex provides invigorating refreshment.

Meals
A continental breakfast guarantees a great start to the day.

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

Facilities
The hotel has 122 non-smoking rooms. To ensure guests a comfortable and relaxing stay, the hotel provides various services and facilities, including a newspaper stand and a conference room. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. Souvenirs can be purchased at the gift shop. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park.

Rooms
Air conditioning ensures that rooms maintain just the right temperature. Guests are sure to get a good night's sleep in the double bed. Separate bedrooms can be booked. Additional features include a refrigerator, a microwave and a tea/coffee station. Equipped with a telephone, a TV and WiFi, the rooms provide many ways for guests to stay connected and entertained.

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. After an eventful day, guests can work out and recharge in the gym.

Meals
The dining area includes a restaurant and a bar. Bed and breakfast is offered as a catering option. A generous breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day.

Location
This hotel is located in Oceanside. The nearest airport is San Diego - Lindberg Field (SAN).

Facilities
80 rooms are available to guests. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities.

Rooms
Air conditioning ensures that rooms maintain just the right temperature. 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. Additional features include a refrigerator and a tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A telephone, a TV and WiFi are provided as well. A hairdryer is provided in the bathrooms. The hotel has family rooms and 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. The hot tub in the pool area promises pure relaxation. After an eventful day, guests can work out and recharge in the gym.

Meals
There is a dining room on the premises. Bed and breakfast is offered as a catering option. A continental breakfast guarantees a great start to the day.

Location
This hotel is located in Ulm.

Facilities
287 rooms are available to guests at this hotel, which includes a lift and a reception desk. To ensure guests a comfortable and relaxing stay, the hotel provides various services and facilities, including room service, a laundry service and a conference room. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park.

Rooms
Air conditioning ensures that rooms maintain just the right temperature. A minibar is also available for a fee. Extra comforts include a mini fridge. Other features include a telephone, a TV and WiFi. Bathrooms include a hairdryer and are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. The hotel has family rooms, non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment
The indoor and outdoor pools are ideal for exercise as well as relaxation. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hotel, including cycling/mountain biking, a gym, a sauna and a steam bath.

Meals
Various dining options are available, including a restaurant, a dining room and a bar. A fortifying breakfast is served daily.

Location
Centrally located in Lido di Jesolo, this hotel is just a few steps from the beach.

Facilities
The hotel has a lift and features 55 rooms. The friendly staff at the reception desk in the lobby are happy to answer any questions. A safe, a TV room, room service and an alarm call service are available. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. 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
Rooms are equipped with air conditioning. Guests have a sea view from the balcony or terrace, which are standard amenities of some rooms. Children's beds can be requested for younger guests. Some rooms feature a telephone, a television with satellite channels and a safe. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a hairdryer.

Sports/Entertainment
The outdoor pool complex includes a children's swimming area and is ideal for working out or just relaxing. Sun loungers and parasols are available on the terrace, where guests can enjoy a quick break or relax for hours. Leisure options at the hotel include golf, a gym and a spa. For a fee, guests can also enjoy tennis and crazy golf. Evening entertainment includes live music.

Meals
Various dining options are available, including a restaurant, a dining room, a breakfast room and a bar. Catering options include bed and breakfast, half board and full board. A generous breakfast buffet, lunch and dinner offer plenty of delicious variety.

Location
This hotel lies outside Garforth on the eastern side of Leeds and is ideal for both business and leisure visitors to Yorkshire. Set in peaceful countryside, there is easy road access to the M1 and M26. The city centre is about 10 km away and the nearest public transport stop is 11 km from the hotel. The transfer to Leeds Bradford Airport takes about 30 minutes.

Facilities
Guests have a choice of 144 rooms, including 4 suites and 131 double rooms. Friendly staff are available 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. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park. Further services include medical assistance, room service, a laundry service and a hairdresser.

Rooms
Rooms include air conditioning and central heating. All rooms are carpeted and have a double bed, a king-size bed or a sofa bed. A safe and a minibar are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a hairdryer. The hotel has 132 non-smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment
A refreshing swim in the indoor pool complex is a great way to unwind. The hot tub in the pool area promises pure relaxation. Guests can choose from a range of leisure activities, including golf, a gym, aerobics, a sauna and a steam bath. A casino offers fun and entertainment.

Meals
Dining facilities include a non-smoking restaurant, a café and a bar. A wide variety of dishes are served at all three main mealtimes. Guests can enjoy lunch and dinner as a set menu.

Payment
All major credit cards, including VISA and MasterCard, are accepted for payment.