Tree houses, a UFO and a mirror cube

The Treehotel is located in Harads, a small town in Sweden. As one can expect from its name, this hotel is formed by several tree houses, although all of these come with a twist.

About the hotel.

Before arrival guests will have to check in at the nearby guest house, Brittas Guesthouse, in Britta. This is the place where breakfast, lunch and dinner are served, and guests will be able to enjoy the sauna and the spa. Britta’s restaurant is known for its local traditional food, typical of Northern Sweden. The Treehotel is located five minutes away.

The Treehouses.

The Treehotel is formed by six tree houses, and each tree house has at least one double room with a bathroom. Each tree house has its own theme and an individual décor.

The rooms are located between four and six metres above ground. Each cabin has between 15 and 30 square metres of space. In order to get to their rooms, guests will have to go up either a ramp, a staircase or a metal stair. Price is about 190€ per night for one person and can reach 488€ per night for a double room with extra beds.

Some rooms have two twin beds, while the larger tree houses, those considered as family tree houses, have three or four beds. Each cabin has a small living room. The bathrooms are ecological. The tree houses have large windows that allow in a lot of natural light.

The Bird’s Nest tree house is a contrast between its exterior and its interior design. The exterior resembles a giant bird’s nest. The tree house has circular windows between the branches. The inside of the tree house is modern and spacious, with a double bed and two twin beds with amenities.

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To get to the Blue Cone room guests will have to go up a hill and climb an especially designed slope.  This tree house has a more traditional design and is made of wood, with windows styled as plastic domes. This tree house has two floors and can accommodate up to four people.

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The Cabin is one of the highest cabins, with views towards the valley of the river Lule. This cabin, with curved edges, looks like a capsule and has a double bed and a terrace.

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The Mirrorcube cabin is a large aluminium carcass covered by mirrors. The effect is not what one might expect, since the cabin reflects the trees around it, masking it. The mirrors are covered by an infra-red layer in order to stop animals and birds bumping into it. The large windows have views towards the valley. The inside of the cube has a double bed, a separate bathroom, a living room and a small terrace on the roof.

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The cabin known as the UFO is a large flying saucer that seems to have just crashed from outer space and into the trees below. The entrance has a circular door and the interior is modern. This tree house has two floors and can accommodate up to four people.

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The A Room With A View cabin has some of the best views towards the forest and towards the town of Harads. This cabin has a large bedroom, a bathroom and a dining and living room elevated at different levels. There is a terrace decorated with several pine trees on the rooftop. The interior of the tree house is covered by wooden panels which create a natural look.

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The hotel is open all year round. Each cabin has heated floors, and the heating is turned on during the winter months. The energy used at the hotel comes from alternative ecological resources.

Extras.

The hotel has its own sauna with a maximum capacity for twelve people. The saunas are typical in this region, and guests will be able to enjoy this traditional activity while they relax in the heat of the sauna and the coolness of the water. Visiting a sauna is a must after a long day skiing.

Activities.

Guests will be able to enjoy a wide range of activities during the summer and winter months. During the summer months guests will be able to kayak, explore the region by bicycle, trek along the trails and participate in organized nature walks. During the winter months guests can take long walks in the mountains, fish in the frozen lake, practice skijoring, go mushing and ride in a real sled. Guests can go horse riding all year round. Visitors can visit the nearby town of Harads, which is located a short walk away. Those who want to learn more about the Sami culture can visit the Gorgim lake.

Location.

The hotel is located in a small town only sixty kilometres from the Arctic Circle. The closest airport is in the nearby city of Lulea. This place is known for its nature, with views towards the lakes and forests. In this town located in the valley of the Lule river guests can visit several restaurants, shops, a swimming pool and an historic church.

A Michelin restaurant and a colourful façade

The Cram Hotel is a boutique hotel located in Barcelona, easily recognizable because of its interior design and colourful façade. The hotel has incorporated new trends into its design and each space is decorated in a different way.

Barcelona is a city where architecture is always in the limelight. Modern glass buildings can be found next to centuries old structures. The hotel’s façade follows a similar line of thought, with intricate carvins dating from as far as 1892.

The interior design of the hotel is full of white walls, waxed and polished wooden floors and black ceilings creating a contrast with the bright furniture. The boutique hotel has several double rooms, each one of them decorated in a different way. The common areas are connected between them, with one area being decorated in whites, the next in blacks, and the next one in whites again, like a piano.

Rooms.

The hotel has 67 rooms and several suites. All rooms are double rooms with a bathroom and a working area, and the suites have a separate living room. The decoration is both timeless and futuristic, with white walls, wooden floors and furniture and decorations that vary in colours depending on the room. The rooms have large windows and receive a lot of natural light, and there is special light control system that allows each guest to personalize the light intensity. Guests have access to fast WiFi connection and all rooms have modern technologies that include large LCD television screens with radio and Internet that provide tourist information and other services.

Standard rooms have a double bed, while Standard Twin rooms have two twin beds. Both these rooms have large windows with views towards the city and a bathroom with many bath amenities. Price is around 132€ per night, but it can vary depending on the season.

Superior rooms are more spacious and have more decorative elements. Price is around 179€ per night depending whether it’s low or high season. Executive rooms are double rooms with a private terrace and a large working area. Price is 230€ per room per night. Privilege rooms have a private terrace and stylish décor with a lot of technology. Price is up to 235€ per night.

The two suites have a master bedroom with a kingsize bed and a separate living room. The bathroom has a three metre squared jacuzzi with scented candles, flower petals and bath salts. Guests who stay in these rooms will be able to enjoy a complimentary champagne bottle, a dinner for two at the restaurant and a breakfast starting at 265€ per night, although the average price is around 330€ per suite per night.

Dining.

The hotel has its own restaurant with one Michelin star, the Gaig restaurant, which specializes in traditional Catalan food. This restaurant is one of the city’s best known ones, where the menu changes according to the season, although traditional Catalan meals are provided throughout the year. The restaurant is decorated with classical styled furniture and contrasting colours.

Meetings.

Business lunches and dinners can be organized at the Gaig restaurant. Hotel Cram has three different conference halls which can be joined in order to create one large meeting hall with a capacity of up to 90 people.

Extras.

The hotel has an open air swimming pool with a large solarium. The terrace, where guests can enjoy the sunshine, is located next to the Mareva Lobby Cocktail Bar, a lounge where guests can have a drink and a cigar.

One of the hotel’s features is its façade, which can be illuminated in several colours. The colour changes every day and guests can decide what colour they want it to be. People who visit the hotel’s website can leave messages describing their emotional state, and at the end of the day the hotel is illuminated according to the colour representing the most voted emotion of the day.

Location.

The hotel is located in the neighbourhood of Aribau. The hotel’s décor is a modern version of avant garde, similar to the city. The hotel is located in the centre of the city, only a few minutes away from the main shopping areas, financial district and the city’s cultural landmarks. It is a short distance away from the Passeig de Gracia, the Gothic Quarter, Plaça Catalunya and the Rambla.

A Castle with a spa and kilt themed rooms

The Airth Castle Hotel is located in a castle of the same name in Scotland, United Kingdom. This historical castle, located on spacious grounds, is notable for its medieval exterior and its modern interior.

The Airth Castle Hotel has 125 rooms. The rooms are spacious and can be either double rooms or suites, each one of them with a double or two twin beds and a private bathroom. Each room is decorated in an individual style. Some rooms have a Scottish theme with curtains and textiles printed as a kilt, while other rooms have pastel coloured walls and classical furniture.

All the rooms are double rooms with a private bathroom and a lounge. The bathrooms have many amenities including bath salts, bath minerals and special gels, fluffy towels and television screens, and some larger bathrooms have double bathtubs. The rooms have tea and coffee machines, and a minibar stockes with snacks. There is an iron and ironing board. Each rooms has views towards either the forest or the hotel’s manicured gardens. Many rooms share views towards Forth Valley and the flowing river Forth. Price is around 94€ per double room per night.

The hotel has family rooms. These spacious rooms have a double bed and a individual bed, and a large bathroom. These rooms are decorated with floral prints and bright lively colours. Price is around 106€ per night.

The Suites are larger rooms with designer décor. They share the same characteristics as the other rooms, although the suites are much larger with a working area complete with stationery supplies and bookshelves filled with books about the history of the local landmarks and monuments. Price per suite is around 229€ per night.

The Honeymoon Suite is the hotel’s largest and most modern suite. The hotel is one of the best places to celebrate a wedding, making this suites one of the most sought after accommodations in the area. The interior design is very chic, with ornaments, crafted furniture and technology.

The hotel has several conference rooms equipped with audiovisual technology which can be adapted for all kinds of events. All the conference halls have plenty of natural lights, air conditioning, several landlines and Internet connection. The halls have many modern amenities. There is a private parking lot with direct access to the halls, and a larger parking lot with a capacity for 300 cars. The hotel’s business centre has several computers, fax machines and photocopiers.

The hotel can organize events such as weddings and conferences. Barbecues can be organized for up to 600 people, and the hotel can provide a marquee for events of up to 500 people. The hotel can provide a florist for special events.

This ancient mansion located in the heart of Scotland is considered one of the best places for celebrating grand events such as weddings. The hotel has a special license allowing civil weddings to take place here, and the hotel staff can organize the wedding itself, accommodate the wedding guests and the catering service. There are two large halls where the ceremony can take place. The Castle Suite is decorated in pastel colours, has large windows with views towards the hotel gardens and has a maximum capacity of up to 60 people. The other hall is the Dunmore Suite, which has high, arched ceilings, and can host events of up to 300 people.

The hotel has its own spa, the Cloud Nine Spa. The spa has an interior swimming pool, a jacuzzi, a gym room equipped with exercise equipment and a workout area equipped with television screens, a sauna, a steam room, a beauty salon with tanning beds and a solarium. There is a large terrace right next to the swimming pool.

The Glasshouse restaurant and the Piano Bar are located in an annex shaped like a crystal pyramid. The menu features traditional fish and meat based dishes cooked in different sauces, although the most sought after dish is haggis. Different cocktails are served at the Piano Bar, and guests will be able to enjoy live music while sipping champagne based concoctions. The Business Lounge is a more informal meeting place where lights salads, snacks and wines are served.

The hotel is located in Scotland, a short distance away from towns such as Airth or Dunmore. The region is known for its nature and its views, filled with forests. Those guests who enjoy playing golf will be able to practice their favourite sport at one of the many nearby golf clubs. The region has many ancient castles, and guests will be able to take day trips to places such as Tulliallan Castle. Less than an hour away guests will be able to visit the cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow.

Argentinian art hostel

The Art Factory Hostel is located in Buenos Aires, Argentina’s capital city. This hostel is located in the centre of the city, and its clean and modern rooms together with a colourful interior design make this one of the best places to stay for those travelling on a budget, in groups and those visiting the city for a couple of days.

The hostel has several types of rooms. Some of the rooms have a shared bathroom, but for a small extra fee guests will be able to have a room with a private bathroom. There are individual, double and triple rooms, as well as large dormitories for larger groups.

Each room has an individual design, since each one of them was painted and decorated by a different group of artists who each had their own take on the décor. This concept has transformed this centric hostel in a boutique hostel.

The shared dorms are decorated with street art such as graffiti and murals, and cost around 9€ per bed, which comes with bed linen and towels. An individual room with a shared bathroom costs 22€ per night, while an individual room with a private bathroom costs 27€ per night.

The double rooms can either have two individual beds or a double bed, and each one of these rooms has a different theme. A double room without a bathroom costs 27€ per night, while a double room with a private bathroom costs 35€ per night.

Triple rooms are slightly larger and have three individual beds. A triple bedroom with a shared bathroom costs 33€ per night, and a triple bedroom with a private bathroom costs 39€ per night.

Prices include bed linen and towels, and a continental breakfast served at the hostel. There is WiFi in all bedrooms, and the hostel’s common areas have fast Internet connection.

The hostel has its own bar and a terrace. There is cable television in the common areas. Check out is at 11 am, although guests can leave their luggage at the hostel if they still some time to enjoy the city before their departure. There is a large kitchen where guests can cook their own meals, and fresh fruit is provided at breakfast. The hostel has a library filled with books and magazines. Guests can hire a transfer service from and to the airport.

The hostel regularly organizes football competitions and guests can rent bicycles for touring the city. Depending on the day, the hostel can organize Spanish lessons or tango classes.

The hostel organizes theme nights. Several days a week guests will be able to enjoy an authentic Argentinian steak, and vegetarian options are provided for non carnivore guests. On other nights guests will enjoy live music by local independent bands and classical  film nights. Guests can participate in the Caminata Secreta, a guided walking tour across the historical streets of the San Telmo district.

The hostel is an artistic place strategically positioned for those guests who want to discover Buenos Aires at their ow pace. Every corner of the hostel was designed by a different group of artists, architects and designers. The hostel is located in one of the cities most centric districts, San Telmo, a contemporary and colonial neighbourhood with vintage shops, art galleries and places of historical interest.

The hostel is located in the centric district of San Telmo. Only a five minute walk away is the Plaza de Mato, which is considered the city’s main square. The hotel is communicated with the rest of the city by two nearby metro stations. Nearby guests will find Plaza Dorrego, a square where outdoor markets and market fairs are organized every weekend. A short walk away from the hotel guests will find many bars and restaurants, many of which organize live tango and music shows. Puerto Madero, the city’s most chic area, is a short distance away. San Telmo can be considered one of the most artistic barrios in the city, where art galleries, temporary exhibitions and permanent museums can be found within walking distance.

W in Hollywood, whatever you want, whenever you want

The W chain of hotels is one of the most luxurious hotel chains in the world, located in the most important cities in North America and Europe. All the hotels boast a luxurious fusion between innovation and design. The W Hotel Hollywood is one of these unique and stylish hotels.

The hotel is located in the centre of the internationally renown Empire of Cinema, Hollywood, and is in sync with the never relenting rhythm of the city. With its grand restaurant, spacious rooms with modern furniture and stylish designs, the hotel is considered to be one of the best in the city.

The hotel has several types of rooms, all of them very spacious with a double bed, a marble bathroom with an in room spa, and modern decorations. The rooms boast large flat screen television sets, Internet access and all kinds of amenities that will make the stay at the hotel a comfortable and memorable one.

The hotel has 305 rooms and suites, and each type of rooms has a different décor. All bathrooms have a wide selection of spa amenities and products, while rooms have the best technology available as well as the traditional Munchie Box, a large box full of all kinds of snacks. Rooms have views towards Los Angeles, and the luxurious details are enough to make one feel as a real star.

The hotel is one of the most ecologically friendly hotels in the city. All the technological gadgets have been designed to create a green environment, with larger windows allowing for more natural sunlight, special coated windows allowing the room to lose less heat and low energy light bulbs.

All the rooms have a large collection of movies available, as well as iPod docks, hypoallergenic pillows, a smaller make up and shaving mirror in the bathroom, plug adapters, alarm clock with radio, tea and coffee machines, free mineral water, a mini bar, extra beds, a safe, a working desk, a full length mirror and a bed for pets. The hotel also provides guests with warm bathrobes during the length of their stay and umbrellas in case of rain.

The Wonderful Rooms are known for their vistas, as well as for their retro décor, with vinyl sofas near the enormous windows. Each room has a flat screen television screen as well as a dozen of other technological gadgets in every corner of the room. Each room has a modern, comfortable lounge area with ottomans.

Spectacular rooms have views towards the world famous Hollywood sign standing on the Hollywood hills. These rooms have large windows with window seats where guests can relax while enjoying the views. These rooms have a lounge near the master bedroom, as well as a separate working area full of modern technologies.

The Fabulous Rooms are more spacious rooms with a modern design and views towards the most famous Los Angeles neighbourhood. These rooms have a sitting room area with a small sofa near the windows, as well as a separate working area with a brilliant white desk and a media library with many books, musical genres and movies to choose from.

The Marvellous suites have a large master bedroom, a sitting area with a sofa shaped like a semicircle, and a futuristic décor.  Each suite has all the latest technological details as well as the traditional W double bed with many cushions piled on top of it. The bathroom of each suite has an enormous bathtub, while the separate sitting area has its own bar.

The Corner Cool Suites are luxurious suites with a gigantic master bedroom located on the corners of the building. The suites have views towards the Hollywood sign on one side and the city of Los Angeles on the other side. The living room has a large sofa shaped like a semicircle, a flat screen television set with home cinema and other technologies, and there is a separate spacious working area with a telephone and a small business centre. These suites are decorated in pure white and furbished with contrasting dark wooden furniture.

The Fantastic Suites are the most technologically advanced rooms at the hotel, with a panel that controls the lights, climate and the windows. They are decorated as though they are a supehero’s lair, with a large bed on a dais in the master bedroom, two bathrooms, one of which has a bathtub for two, and a private terrace. The sitting room has a large television screen, several iPods and iPod docks, CD and DVD machines, a large media library and a small conference room with a table for up to eight people with all the necessary audiovisual equipment.

The Wow Suites can be considered the hotel’s visiting card, and are renown for their Oscar worthy décor. These suites have a private terrace with a decorative chimney in the patio, a large dining table for ten people and views towards the City of Angels. In the master bedroom guests will find a large double bed on a dais, while in the bathroom they will find a Jacuzzi with a mini spa. These suites have disabled access. There is an extra guests bathroom. The sophisticated living room boasts a giant sofa with several armchairs, and has a classical luxurious décor, with pearl grey walls and hardwood floors. The room has a panel which controls the intensity of the lights, a flat screen television set and thick carpets. Guests who stay at these suites will be able to use their own private kitchen, and those who travel on business will be able to use the large separate working area which has a hand carved working desk and all kinds of technological devices. Guests will be able to hire kitchen staff, and the suite has two separate entrances for this purpose, one for the staff and one for the guests.

The Extreme Wow Suites look like small scale palaces. These suites have enormous suites which occupy a whole wall from the floor to the ceiling and have views towards Hollywood. These suites have a spacious master bedroom with a bed upon a dais, plush sofas below the windows, quality bed linen and a large marble bathroom with a Jacuzzi and a whirlpool bath for two. The bathroom is decorated in white and black tones and has two separate sinks and a separate shower for two. Next to it stands a smaller bathroom for guests. The suite has a living room, in the centre of which stands a large, dark sofa, and one of the corners has been converted into a private lounge room decorated with cushions thrown around a large carpet. There is a large table with faux snake leather ottoman chairs around it. These suites boast top notch technologies ranging from the huge plasma television screens to panel controlled blinds, shutters and lights. The suites also have a private kitchenette with a fridge full of gourmet food and an adjoining dining room with a capacity for up to seven people decorated in sombre tones reminiscent of Hollywood’s Golden Age.

One of the hotel’s most notable features is their Whatever/Whenever service. This service allows guests to get whatever they want, whenever they want by pressing the Whatever/Whenever button on their phones. The service works 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and some of the most extravagant wants include chocolate baths at 2am and jet service for a daytrip.

This hotel has a well known chic restaurant which specializes in haute cuisine, the Delphine, as well as a stylish VIP terrace called Drai’s Hollywood. The Living Room is a large hall where guests can enjoy a meal in a more informal setting.

In a place where glamour and beauty are taken to the next level, it doesn’t come as a surprise that the hotel has a large, luxurious spa, the Bliss Spa, full of saunas, jacuzzis and massage rooms. Guests will be pampered with relaxing dull body massages, aromatherapy and chocotherapy, as well as with different skin treatments.

Duck Hotel

The Peabody Hotel is located in Memphis, Tennessee, in the United States. The hotel is known for its historic heritage and luxurious décor, which are based on an unusual theme, the Peabody ducks.

The hotel gained international fame because of its Peabody Ducks, a tradition dated from 1933. The five Peabody ducks march from the Grand Lobby at 11 o’clock sharp every morning, and then march back up at 5 o’clock every afternoon. Many guests and visitors congregate to watch the five ducks march, and many others visit the hotel to catch a glimpse of the celebrity ducks bathing in the hotel’s fountain between 11 and 17 o’clock every day.

The March of the Ducks started off in 1933, when the hotel’s director and his friends decided to let three of the ducks they had previously used as bait bathe in the hotel’s large fountain. Since then, it has become somewhat of a tradition to let five ducks bathe in the fountain every day. The March of the Ducks became official in 1940 when the first Duckmaster decided to train the ducks to march from their room to the lobby every morning and back again every afternoon. The ducks enjoy excellent living conditions and have their own room, called the Duck Palace, which is located at the top floor of the hotel.

The hotel has several types of rooms. All rooms and suites are double rooms with a large bathroom. There are several standard double rooms, as well as several Junior Suites, Celebrity Suites, Romeo and Juliet Suites and a Presidential Suite. Each one of the rooms is decorated in a different style, although every room is ornamented by a picture or a statue of several ducks.

As one would imagine, the Romeo and Juliet Suites are the most romantic ones at the hotel. These spacious duplex suites have a winding staircase, a large living room, a bedroom with an intricate design, a modern bathroom and enjoyable views.

Some of the rooms are pet friendly rooms. The hotel allows guests to bring their pets as long as these have been vaccinated and the hotel staff has been assured that each guest will be responsible for their pet’s behaviour. Pets are not allowed in the lobby during the March of the Ducks.

There is a large business centre and several well equipped conference rooms that occupy one of the hotel floors. The hotel can help organize all sorts of conferences and events in the halls. The Skyway Ballroom is a large hall located on the top floor of the hotel which can be used for formal and informal celebrations. The Peabody Grand Ballroom and the Venetian Hall are known for their luxurious décor, while the other seven halls are very spacious and sport a classical design.

The hotel has several bars and restaurants which have won several prestigious awards throughout the years. The hotel has an interior swimming pool, an athletic club and even a luxurious spa. There are several boutiques near the lobby, many of which sell duck related merchandise. Guests will be able to buy T-shirts, mugs and many other souvenirs decorated with pictures of the Peabody Ducks.

Chez Philippe is the hotel’s most luxurious restaurant, specialized in traditional French food. The Capriccio Grill is one of the hotel’s best restaurants and is dedicated to the Italian cuisine. The Peabody Pastry Shop is a small shop where guests will be able to buy some of the most delicious desserts in the region, and the nearby café called The Peabody is full of nutritious snacks. The Corner Bar is a lively place where there is live music every Friday and Saturday night. The Afternoon Tea is a large tea room where guests will enjoy many varieties of teas accompanied by sandwiches and pastry. As one might assume, the only dish that the hotel does not serve is duck.

The Peabody Hotel is conveniently located in the centre of the city and is considered an historical landmark. Only a couple of blocks away guests will find places of interest such as Beale Street, the Fed Ex Forum and the celebrated Sun Studios. Guests are within walking distance of the Memphis Museum of Rock and Soul, the National Museum of Civil Rights, the Gibson Guitar Factory and many others.

Hotel with ocean views and an aquarium

The Atlantic House Hotel is a small boutique hotel in Cape Town, in South Africa. This hotel has several types of rooms, all of them decorated in a simple yet luxurious manner, with a large heated swimming pool with underwater music on its territory and panoramic views.

The Atlantic House has a large garden with a wooden terrace. The hotel also has a heated swimming pool with underwater music where guests will be able to soak during the summer months. The interior design of the hotel is full of dark wooden furniture and leather armchairs, as well as silk curtains and lush carpets. The lighting at the hotel is quite dim, creating a peaceful, natural atmosphere.

The hotel has only five rooms. All rooms are very spacious double rooms, and the hotel can accommodate a maximum of 10 guests. The rooms have a large double bed as well as a comfortable bathroom. Guests have to be over 13 years old to stay at the hotel, and all room are non smoking rooms.

One of the rooms has inspiring mountain views, while the other four have panoramic views towards the sea. Three of the sea view rooms also have direct access to a large, wooden terrace which hangs over the gardens and the swimming pool. The mountain view room is more private, with a private garden and an outside shower. The hotel’s carefully landscaped garden, where guests can relax all year round, has views towards the Atlantic Ocean.

All rooms have a private bathroom with a separate bathtub and shower, as well as air conditioning, satellite television, a DVD player and Internet access. The interior design of the rooms is full of neutral, earth colours. The hotel also offers guests complimentary bathrobes, a wide selection of movies and a well stocked fridge.

Rooms can either have two large twin beds, a queensize bed or a kingsize bed, all of them covered with white linen. Guests will also be able to choose from a wide array of different hypoallergenic pillows. Each room is decorated with wooden and suede covered furniture. The walls are painted in neutral colours, with silk covered windows which create a relaxing atmosphere.

All rooms are well adapted for business travellers. These rooms are very large, with enough space for a separate working area. The working area has a desk and two chairs, and is equipped with fast Internet access and a landline telephone with voicemail.

This hotel is also known and liked for its many extras, such as the picnic baskets provided for each room, full of coffee, tea and a cookie tray. Guests will also find a tourist guide to Cape Town upon their arrival.

Price varies according to the season, but there is no difference in price between the different types of rooms. Minimum price is around 163€ per room per night, although prices may rise to 286€ per night during high season. Although check out is usually at 11a.m., depending on the day guests might be able to check out later, leaving their luggage at the luggage storage room and still being able to use the swimming pool, the lounge and the shower room.

The sunlit breakfast room has views towards the hotel’s swimming pool, and has a large aquarium full of multi coloured fishes who observe the early risers as they enjoy a delicious meal. Although no lunch or dinner is offered at the hotel, guests may order food via room service or else ask the hotel to provide a catering service in order to dine in the rooms, the deck or the breakfast room. A winding staircase leads guests from the breakfast room to the main floor, and while climbing the stairs guests will find a collection of old photographs covering the walls.

Near the lobby stand both the lounge and the bar, famous for their ocean views. The bar is well known for its extensive wine menu and its variety of different beers which guests will be able to savour every afternoon. The lounge is a spacious place ideal for relaxing, with large windows and a careful décor that create a pleasant atmosphere.

The hotel also offers a great variety of services at an extra cost, such as in room spa treatments and an airport transfer service. There is also laundry service and guests can use the hotel parking, and the hotel can organize day trips and excursions to the nearby landmarks.

The large exterior heated swimming pool has underwater loudspeakers which allows guests to relax while floating in the water, listening to music and enjoying the view of the Atlantic Ocean. Spa treatments are also offered in the swimming pool area.

Near the hotel stands Camps Bay, a seaside neighbourhood well known for its cosmopolitan atmosphere. There are many chic bars, haute cuisine restaurants and luxurious boutiques in the area, as well as a variety of trendy coffee shops and many white sand beaches.

Golden Apple in the centre of Moscow

The Golden Apple Hotel is a boutique hotel in the centre of Moscow, Russia. This hotel is the first boutique accommodation in this city and is known for its pleasant atmosphere and luxurious décor.

The hotel has a vanguard design complemented by a classic décor. The hotel is located in an historic building in the centre of Moscow, near several of the city’s most notorious landmarks.

The hotel has 92 rooms and each type of room varies in terms of size, décor and price. All rooms are double rooms and have a bathroom, a safe, climate control and a television. There are several landlines in each room and WiFi access throughout the hotel. There are different types of rooms, called the Superior Queen, Superior Twin, Deluxe Queen, Penthouse Suite and Loft Suite.

The Superior Queen and Superior Twin rooms have views either towards the street or the garden. The furniture, including the large queensize bed in the case of the Superior Queen and two large twin beds in the case of the Superior Twin, are made from natural materials such as dark oak and other good quality wood. The bathrooms are covered in marble and have heated floors. Both types of rooms have a coffee table and a working area with a desk and chair, as well as a large armchair positioned near the window where guests will be able to relax while enjoying the view.

The Deluxe Queen rooms are more spacious and have views towards the very centre of the city. These rooms have a large double queensize bed and luxurious furnishings and fittings. These rooms are decorated in monochrome colours, although several ornaments and décor elements such as lamps or cushions are brightly coloured, creating an effective contrast. The marble bathroom has a pebbled heated floor.

The hotel has two stylish Penthouse Suites. Each one of these spacious suites has a master bedroom with a large double bed and a private lounge, both separated from each other by a large oak panel. These suites not only have a spacious living room, but they also have a small kitchenette. The bathroom is made from marble and has heated stone floors, as well as a small traditional sauna. The bathroom has Philippe Starck amenities and and intricate décor. The room itself is decorated in royal dark colours and is furnished in a luxurious minimalistic style.

The Loft Suite is the largest and most coveted room at this hotel. This spacious suite, full of natural light, has a master bedroom with a large bed, a guest room with two twin beds and a living and dining area. The Loft also has a separate working area and its own kitchen, as well as a luxurious marble bathroom with a sauna and décor and amenities by Phillipe Starck. The interior design is very chic, with a gigantic plasma television screen and superb views towards the historic centre of Moscow. The suite has a minimalist décor and one of a kind furnishings with many technological gadgets.

The hotel has a fashionable bar and an haute cuisine restaurant, both of them famous for their wide variety of cocktails and spirits and a delicious international menu. The bar has many refreshments, snacks and a wide range of coffees and teas, as well as the above mentioned drinks. Guests will also be able to enjoy a savoury continental breakfast either in the large, sunlit breakfast room, or directly in their comfortable rooms.

The hotel also offers other services, such as air conditioning, larger elevators adapted for people with disabilities, ATMs and a concierge. Guests are also allowed to use the hotel’s parking. For an extra charge guests will be able to use the services of a butler. The hotel also has a business centre with printers, scanners and fax machines. There is a small spa with a jacuzzi and a sauna where guests will be able to relax.

The hotel has two 15 metre squared conference rooms, each one of them with a maximum capacity for 10 people. The modern conference rooms are equipped with the latest audiovisual technology, and have their own business centre with computers, modems, fax machines, photocopy machines and WiFi access. For an extra price the hotel can organize excursions and trips around the city, and can provide a team of translators.

The hotel is located in the very centre of Moscow, near the financial district and in the most culturally important neighbourhood of the capital. The centric hotel is only a few minutes away from a wide selection of fashionable bars, restaurants and luxurious boutiques. Less than a five minute walk away guests will find many cultural and historical landmarks, such as the Kremlin, the Red Square, the Bolshoi Theatre and many other monuments. Guests will also be able to enjoy walks near the river or else visit some of the city’s many museums.

When 24 hours aren’t enough

The 25 Hours Hotel is a sleek and modern boutique hotel in Hamburg, Germany. The hotel has several types of rooms which vary according to size and interior design, full of original architectural elements and coloured curves.

The hotel has a total of 128 rooms. Rooms come in various sizes. The smallest rooms are medium sized rooms known as M rooms; large rooms are L rooms; more spacious rooms are known as XL rooms; and the Studio rooms are more like apartments. XL Family rooms are rooms specifically designed for families, while the guest house is a separate block for groups of friends travelling together. All rooms can accommodate up to 4 people.

Price varies according to season, although prices are usually around 95€ for a small M room, 105€ for a larger L room, 115€ for a spacious XL room and 135€ for a Studio room per night. Children who are under 12 years of age and share a room with their parents are free of charge. The XL Familiy room costs around 135€ night and can accommodate up to two adults an two children. Children under 16 are free of charge, although for children older than that there is an extra charge of 25€ per night. All prices include a delicious breakfast. Guests who are under 25 years of age have a 15% discount on all rooms.

The 25 Hours hotel is a modern and cosmopolitan hotel by all standards. The decorations are a middle ground between the austere and the luxurious, with a jovial design and many integrated new technologies. Some rooms are decorated in a more retro style reminiscent of the 1960’s, while the large XL rooms also have a chimney.

All rooms have a colourful décor with a slight retro touch. The wallpaper has a different colour depending on the room, and the furniture is upholstered in different tones and materials. All rooms have an individual style with exclusive furnishings, although all rooms have a double bed, a bathroom and plenty of light. These rooms also have iPod docks, Internet access, a telephone and a television set.

The guest house stands on the hotel territory and is the best choice for those who travel as a group. The villa has 3 M rooms and 2 classy XL rooms with their respective en suite bathrooms. There is also a cosy private garden. The small villa is well equipped with a large kitchen.

The hotel also has a large living room where guests can relax and enjoy the company of their fellow travellers. The living room has a juke box where guests can choose their own background music, and every evening a wide range of cocktails is served there. On the fourth floor guests will also find a terrace which is open during the warmer months and has impressive views towards the city.

The hotel can also help guests out by looking for apartments and houses available for rent, a useful opportunity for busy business travellers who have to spend a lot of time travelling around the area. Guests will also be able to rent a bicycle directly at the hotel and explore the city on two wheels.

Breakfast is served in the buffet, and guests will be able to choose between a wide variety of local dishes. After breakfast fresh croissants are offered to those guests who plan so spend the day exploring the city. The hotel also has its own restaurant, a place full of eclectic designs and with a distinctive retro feel. The restaurant specializes in both German and Italian food. The menu offers special, two course quick lunches for those guests who are always in a hurry, and every evening there is a Golden Hour when visitors will be able to enjoy many varieties of beer at a lower price. The restaurant only has one extremely long table at the Esszimmer, so guests will be able to dine in a family-like atmosphere. There is a smaller dining room for private, more romantic dinners.

The hotel organizes events such as business meetings and celebrations. The bar is usually used for informal events and parties. The hotel has several conference rooms for more formal events, called the Freiraum. Freiraum 1 has 90 square metres of space and can accommodate up to 60 people. This conference room has plenty of natural light and is equipped with the latest technologies. Freiraum 3 is slightly smaller and has 70 square metres of available space for meetings of up to 25 people. This room has wall length windows and the latest audiovisual equipment. The Freiraum XL is the largest conference room with 100 square metres of space. This room can be connected with Freiraum 1 and the bar in order to host larger events. Any large conference or meeting will be able to use the chimney and the juke box in order to create a pleasant atmosphere, and will have access to the terrace.

An Arab Palace in Copenhagen

The Hotel Nimb is located in Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark. This grand hotel looks more like an ancient Arab castle than a simple luxurious hotel, and is well known for its exquisite decorations and its façade full of lights, which can be easily distinguished amongst other buildings of the city.

The main building of this hotel looks like a large, stately palace with a luminescent white façade, and dates from the year 1909. The architectural design of the hotel is reminiscent of the ancient and grand Arab palaces, and is notorious for its façade, covered with white Venetian marble. The hotel is located near the Tivoli gardens and only has 13 rooms and suites.

The hotel boasts a unique design, and all rooms follow a similar ancient theme, with designer furniture worthy of past Kings and walls decorated with bright colours and shapes. All rooms are very spacious, and each one of them has a large double bed and a bathroom, as well as a chimney and precious antique ornaments. The hotel has several rooms and suites, and each one of them has its own unique touch. The rooms are a haven for the tech savvy, full of Bang & Olufsen latest technologies.

There are several different types of double rooms, ranging from standard Double, Double Deluxe and Double Deluxe Plus rooms. All these rooms have a queensize bed, antique furniture with the latest technologies incorporated and lush curtains. The smallest room has 24 square metres of space and street views. The Double Deluxe room has 33 square metres of available space, a large four poster bed and beautiful views. The largest Double Deluxe Plus room is 40 metres square, has a Jacuzzi and impressive views towards the Tivoli gardens. The beds are covered with embroidered covers bearing intricate designs.

The Junior Suite is a spacious suite with an enormous four poster bed, excellent audiovisual technologies integrated into the ancient styled furniture, and a relaxing Jacuzzi in the large bathroom. This 50 square metre suite is decorated in golden and royal blue colours, with classical decorations and breathtaking views towards the Tivoli Gardens.

The main, 60 square metre Suite, is the grandest room at the hotel. Decorated with dark wooden furniture covered in supple leather, it has a sombre and classy style, as well as a seemingly endless choice of new technologies and comfortable surroundings.

The hotel also has its own restaurant with a Michelin star and an excellent wine cellar with a collection of more than 1,300 wines. Guests will be able to savour a wide variety of excellent dishes. The Nimb Hotel has two other exclusive restaurants, the Nimb Restaurant and the Herman Restaurant. The former specializes in haute cuisine and is famous for its original presentation of said dishes, while the latter is famous for its dedication to the traditional Danish cuisine.

The hotel also has a large bar located in what used to be the palace ballroom. This room has a unique atmosphere due to numerous chandeliers, oil paintings and gilded ornaments that decorate the rooms. The ancient ballroom also has a large piano near the welcoming chimney.

The hotel is located near the historical port, in a classy neighbourhood with cobbled streets and small boutiques. Near the hotel, guests will be able to enjoy long walks in the beautiful Tivoli Gardens, or else visit the Amalienborg, the Museum of National Art or the Centre of Danish Design. There are also many monuments and landmarks only a few minutes away from the Nimb, such as the Danish Opera, the Danish Centre of Architecture, the Tours Channel and Christiania.