December 1, 2009 at 10:06 am (5* Hotels, Andalucia, Choice of restaurants, Exclusive Weekends, Historic Hotels, Luxury Hotels, Private, Romantic Hotel, Spas, Urban)
Palatial luxury in Granada at the 5* Palace of the Ducks. This beautifully restored and converted classic 19th century palace is catalogued as a Cultural Heritage site.
The hotel offers 42 exquisite rooms, select cuisine in the Senzone restaurant and a Bodyna Spa.
The Presidential Suite has original mosaic floor and artistic paintings on the ceiling and superb view of the garden and city from its exclusive balcony.
And of course all those wanted luxuries plus ADSL connection.
September 2, 2009 at 7:17 am (5* Hotels, Exclusive Weekends, Luxury Hotels, Madrid, Urban)
Four new Presidential Suites have opened this summer in the 18th century-styled palace. The InterContinental Madrid which is on Paseo de la Castellana has views across this famous capital and the suites have a master bedroom and separate living room, two bathrooms with Loewe amenities, and a private kitchen.
In classic Spanish decor with contemporary touches and up-to-date technology – Bang & Olufsen sound systems and iPod docking stations.
For the tops try the new Royal Suite on the 8th floor with its own terrace.
March 4, 2009 at 10:01 am (2* Restaurant, Barcelona, Luxury Hotels, Luxury Vehicle Hire, Michelin Restaurants, Private, Romantic Hotel, Spas, Unique, Urban, Vehicles)
Tags: ABaC Hotel
The ABaC Restaurant and Hotel in Barcelona is one of the latest additions to the style gurus Mr & Mrs Smith boutique and luxury hotel collection.
ABaC Restaurant & Hotel
The ABaC in the popular Zona Alta area of Barcelona makes it difficult to leave the premises and explore the city. With plenty of little luxuries: Spa with Jacuzzi, hammam, and chromotherapy room, free WiFi throughout, valet parking, huge flatscreen TV with internet, DVD/CD player, remote control lights and blinds, minibar, Hérmes toiletries.
Between Xavier Pellicer’s fusion style seven-course Michelin cuisine and the sumptuous rooms make sure it’s a several day stay to enable time to explore this amazing city.
For more information on ABaC Restaurant & Hotel
January 10, 2009 at 11:59 am (Honeymoon, Lanzarote, Luxury Hotels, Private, Romantic Hotel, Rural, Small Hotels, Spanish Island, Unique)
The small Canary Island of Lanzarote boasts a growing crop of quality rural hotels. Check out this new addition – Casa del Hilario.
Boutique Hotel, Lanzarote, Casa de Hilario
Casa de Hilario has been created from a finca named after the hermit Hilario, who according to folklore was the only human left in the region after the volcanic eruptions of 1730 to 1736.
Lanzarote Casa deHilario bedroom
The seven bedroom property combines the best aspects of a rural retreat with all of the modern creature comforts normally associated with the best boutique hotels.
Situated in the National Park of Timanfaya with fantastic sea views Casa de Hilario is sure to please.
Thanks to Nick Ball from the Lanzorote Guide Book
November 21, 2008 at 9:29 am (Andalucia, Honeymoon, Hotels, Luxury Hotels, Romantic Hotel, Spas, Urban, Wedding)
Hospes Palacio de Bailío is a beautiful mish-mash of art, relics and luxury. Ask for a peaceful room over-looking the citrus patio. Feel like royalty as you soak up the sun on the four-poster sun bed by the pool.
The past and present mingle well here with thermal plunge pools, sauna and beauty salon and the ever-necessary Wifi connection, it’s a glorious retreat.
See here for more information on Hotel Hospes Palacio de Bailío
October 10, 2008 at 9:27 am (Luxury Hotels)
Spain has 6 out of 10 hotels voted as best for families in one of Tripadvisor’s lists.
Top 10 Best for Families – Europe – A Tripadvisor list from the voting public
1. Protur Bonaire Aparthotel, Cala Bona, Spain
2. Blanc Palace Aparthotel, Ciudadela, Spain
3. Hotel Marina Delfin Verde, Puerta de Alcudia, Spain
4. Hotel Princesa Playa, Minorca, Spain
5. Iberostar Tropical, Mugla, Turkey
6. Delphin Palace Hotel, Antalya, Turkey
7. Viva Sunrise, Puerta de Alcudia, Spain
8. Olympic Lagoon Resort, Ayia Napa, Cyprus
9. Esperides Beach Hotel, Faliraki, Greece
10. Hotel Club Sur Menorca, Minorca, Spain
October 2, 2008 at 7:53 am (Honeymoon, Hotels, Luxury Hotels)
This fairy-tale romantic castle hotel was literally rescued from ashes. The 14th century Gothic building with its 16th century baroque tower are at the heart of this wonderful restored and transformed hotel in Girona.
Castell d' Emporada
The hotel has a tremendous history and the tower rooms have extraordinary views of the fields around the L´Empordá, the sea and the mountains. The interior decoration is a mix from each corner of the globe and each bedroom its own unique kingdom!
Enjoy the views at night from the terrace bar and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere with live music.
The Hotel’s restaurant prides itself on Mediterranean dishes with influences from the New World, made with top quality locally sourced ingredients. Lunches and dinners are 46 € aprox.
Castell D’Empordá, La Bisbal, Girona
August 13, 2008 at 7:47 am (Hotels, Luxury Hotels, Rural, Spas, Wine Tastings)
Tags: Wine weekend
A luxury weekend is being held to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Vinos de los Herederos del Marqués de Riscal winery in Rioja, hosted by The Luxury Collection and Christie’s auction house.
The weekend includes
This Super Vintage Weekend takes place from Friday October 24th and its finale will be the auction by Christie’s of a unique lot of wines that includes 131 Riscal vintages dating back to 1862.
The two night weekend costs €2,495 per person or a special package is available for €250.00 per person to attend the gala dinner and Superlot Live Auction only.
July 29, 2008 at 8:35 am (5* Hotels, Andalucia, Hotels, Luxury Hotels)
Tags: Concerts
Julio Iglesias is walking the boards this Saturday 2nd August in the hotel Las Dunas Beach & Spa de Estepona. Last year the concert took place for 200 privileged ticket holders, with the heart-throb singer performing his best-loved ballads for an hour and a half.
The performance in the superb Las Dunas Beach & Spa 5* Hotel has a price per head including dinner of 1,600 Euros.
