Sunday, November 29, 2009
Hotels in London
Hotels in London
Besides flexing its economic muscles, London is also a cultural city, which is extremely cosmopolitan. It rates at the top of the world in the arts, communications, politics, architecture, education, etc. London has for the last several hundred years been an attractive place to visit and properly visiting London usually requires a car hire and a well appointed London Hotel.
History of London Hotels
The advent of London hotels mainly took place after the 19 th century. Before this period, large London hotels were unheard of. For the most part,
England at that time was mostly an agricultural region, as was most of the world and many of the wealthy English landowners usually lived in the countryside part of the year and in London for the other part. Because travel was much more difficult than it is now, most people once in London stayed for a considerable length of time and if they did stay for short periods of time, let’s say less than a week, they usually lodged with a friend or family. Business visitors and travelers for that matter were on a much smaller scale.While there were lodging options available, they were mostly either lodging houses or coaching inns. These inns usually were not in the center city, but along the roads and travel networks. Once railroads were developed starting in the 1830’s, lodging inns were also found along side locomotive stations. Unfortunately, all except one coaching inn still stands today. This distinction of being the last coaching inn in London goes to the George Inn which is now cared for by the National Trust.
Besides the coaching inns, there were some smaller hotels that were the precursor to modern types of lodging. These include the Mivart’s which is the precursor of the Claridge. For instance, the Mivart’s was established in 1812 about 30 to 40 years before many larger London lodging establishments started to be built.
By the 1860’s the railroads have developed into a popular way to travel to London and many business and leisure travelers came to London for shorter periods of time. Hotels that catered to railroad passengers were called Railway Hotels and were usually built quite close to the London railroad terminals. These Railway Hotels attracted clientele by being seen as status symbols and most Railway Hotels were large and luxurious.
Many of these large and luxurious London hotels were built during the Victorian era. For instance, the Langham Hotel was the largest hotel in the city of London and the first to be fitted with hydraulic lifts in 1865. The Savoy was another London first; it was the first hotel to have bathrooms in each room called an ensuite.
Some of the larger, luxurious London hotels still in business include:
- The Midland Grand Hotel located at St. Pancras
- The Hilton London Paddington (originally called the Great Western Hotel at Paddington)
- The Great Northern Hotel located at King’s Cross
- The Great Eastern Hotel located at Liverpool Street
- The Landmark Hotel (originally named The Great Central Hotel at Marylebone)
- The Thistle Victoria (originally called The Grosvenor)
London is a city of hotel rooms. In 2000, it was estimated that there was at least 100,000 hotel rooms with more than 2/3 being located within 10 km of central London. It should also be noted that over 70,000 rooms are categorized as having 3 to 5 stars.
Five Star London Hotels
For those seeking luxury, the largest concentration of luxury hotels is located in the West Ends- specifically Mayfair.
The largest five star hotel is quite small compared to world averages- only having 459 rooms and nine five stars have less than fifty rooms. Some of the grandestLondon hotels include; - The Ritz (a traditional grand hotel)
- The Savoy (a traditional grand hotel)
- The Dorchester (a traditional grand hotel)
- The Renaissance Chancery (this hotel was converted from an older grand hotel)
- The Four Seasons (considered to be a modern luxury London hotel)
- The London Hilton (considered to be a modern luxury London hotel)
While five star London hotels are usually landmark buildings located in prime real estate locations, other less luxurious hotels can be found throughout the city of London. While many are near the center, some are found quite a distance from the center. Bloomsbury on the northern side of the city perhaps has the largest concentration of mid level hotels in London. Obviously, most of these hotels are located near large airports such as Heathrow.
London Hotels in the Near Future
London is a vibrant city and many real estate developers have big plans for its future. Two developers are currently working on large tower hotels they are Columbus towers and the London Bridge Tower. Both towers will currently rival the tallest building in London. Currently the London Bridge Tower is on schedule to be the tallest building and hotel in London.
16, Bouboulinas Street, Athens
Tel: +30 210 3225891(TRAVEL AGENT)
Fax: +30 210 3250359
e-mail: info@athens-holiday.com
Tel: +30 210 3225891(TRAVEL AGENT)
Fax: +30 210 3250359
e-mail: info@athens-holiday.com
:: Location
Museum Hotel, Athens, Greece, next to the National Archaeological Museum of Athens and to the Polytechnic University in the center of Athens.
When staying at the Hotel Museum in Athens you are within easy reach of all the sights of Athens. The nearest Metro is just a few minutes walk away.
FREE INTERNET ACCESS AND FREE INTERNET CORNER!!!
Plaka, Acropolis, Monastiraki, Syntagma Square can all be reached on foot or by Metro. The Museum Hotel has just finished a total refurbishment costing around over a million Euro, no
offering facilities of the highest standard dictated by "Best Western" however keeping to its original atmosphere. Museum Hotel in Athens dates back to 1958, when it was original called the "Whitehouse Hotel".
:: Hotel Facilities
- 24-hour front desk, High speed Internet for free
- Multilingual Staff
- Credit Cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
- Wake up calls, Doctor Assistance
- Luggage storage
- Elevator, Car rental desk
- Transportation facilities upon requestw
- Information for sightseeing tours and island cruises
- Conference and Meeting facilities
- Fax services, Photocopy services
- Children under 2 years old - Free of charge
- Laundry services upon request
Daily House keeping
:: Bar Enjoy your coffee or your drink in a pleasant atmosphere at the Hotel Museum bar
:: Breakfast Full American breakfast, is served in buffer style between from 7.00 am to 10.00 am
:: Conference Room The Museum Hotel conference room has a capacity for 100 delegates
:: Children Children under 2 years old staying at the Museum Hotel in Athens, st
ay free of charge
:: Launrdy Wet and Dry cleaning available upon request:: HousekeepingThere is daily housekeeping at the Hotel Museum
:: Parking Just 50 meters from Hotel Museum there is a parking facility at an extra charge
:: Room Facilities
The Best Western Museum hotel in Athens Greece, build on seven floors, offers 6 Junior Suites, 18 Executive rooms and 69 Regular rooms. The Hotel Museum has been fully renovated in 2004. Total renovation took place not only in the rooms, but also the public areas but the entire plumbing, electrical and fire safety installations were upgraded to the highest EU standards, with smoke detectors fitted in every room as well as the public areas of the Best Western Hotel Museum. Air conditioning was also installed throu
ghout.
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:: Executive Rooms
The Hotel Museum Executive Rooms are more spacious at 26 to 30 Square Meters in size. The sofa in the sitting room area can be transformed to a bed for a third person sharing. Bathrooms at the Executive rooms of the Hotel Museum in Athens are very large and offer both Bath and shower facilities.
PAN HOTEL ATHENS
PAN HOTEL ATHENS ***
Accommodation in Pan Hotel Athens in renovated 33 rooms. Hotel Pan Athens is located in the best city's center of Athens, ideal for business.Mitropoleos street 11, Athens - Greece
tel: +30 210 32 25 891, fax: +30 210 32 50 359
email:info@athens-holiday.com
tel: +30 210 32 25 891, fax: +30 210 32 50 359
email:info@athens-holiday.com
::Location
Pan Hotel Athens is located in the best city center of Athens. 100 meters from Syntagma square (Constitution square), really the best city center, ideal for business and pleasure. From the hotel Pan you can walk to all places of interest in few minutes.:: Easy connection with Airport
to the Athens international airport - express bus station and the Metro station are located on Syntagma Square just about 100 meters from the hotel
There is metro and tram stop nearby - in case you would like to go to the beach.
Following sights you can reach by walk in few minutes:
Greek Parliament and Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, National Garden
Acropolis and Plaka, Monastiraki or Omonia Square
Selected shopping area like ERMOU street, Plaka (the old picturesque district of Athens, full of taverns, restaurants etc.), churches of different religions or Acropolis, Psiri and other sights of Athens
- are all within a stone's throw distance from the hotel PAN.
Greek Parliament and Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, National Garden
Acropolis and Plaka, Monastiraki or Omonia Square
Selected shopping area like ERMOU street, Plaka (the old picturesque district of Athens, full of taverns, restaurants etc.), churches of different religions or Acropolis, Psiri and other sights of Athens
- are all within a stone's throw distance from the hotel PAN.
:: Rooms and Accommodation
At the Pan Hotel are 33 renovated rooms are equipped with: - private bath, hair dryer
- individual climate control
- sound-proof windows
- direct dial telephone
- ADSL Wirless Internet
- satellite TV
- Mini Bar
Pan Hotel Athens also provides to its clients cafeteria, room service, safe boxes and free luggage storage.
Our well-trained staff is more than willing to provide you with more information.
There is nearby Mitropoli Cathedral which is located on Mitropoleos Square - just 50 mmeters down from the hotel Pan.
Next to Cathedral is small (Older) Church called small Mitropoli.
Our well-trained staff is more than willing to provide you with more information.
There is nearby Mitropoli Cathedral which is located on Mitropoleos Square - just 50 mmeters down from the hotel Pan.
Next to Cathedral is small (Older) Church called small Mitropoli.
How to get to PAN HOTEL ATHENS ***
By Metro: to Syntagma Square and short walk (less then 1 min) to Mitropoleos street.PRICES INCLUDING BREAKFAST AND TAXES
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LONDON HOTEL ATHENS COAST GLYFADA***
Hotel London is 3 star hotel 12 km away from the center of Piraeus. Hotel has 75 rooms with balcony, TV, mini bar and direct telephone. Hotel London is situated 100m
38, Av. Poseidonos, Athens - Greece
tel: +30 210 32 25 891
fax: +30 210 32 50 359
e-mail: info@athens-holiday.com
tel: +30 210 32 25 891
fax: +30 210 32 50 359
e-mail: info@athens-holiday.com
:: Location
Fully renovated (in 2004) Hotel London is a superior value selection hotel situated in Glyfada a Glamorous suburb in the southern coastline of Athens.
Only 100 meters away from the beach and among plenty of trees. Convinient to Glyfada finest restaurants, shopping, entertainment, recreation, and business district.
Just few steps away is tram station privides easy access to the city centre of Athens.
Hotel London is your premier seaside destination for anything you could want to see or do in the capital of Greece in Athens.
London Hotel is 17 km away from the airport 100 m away from the beach , 12 km away from the center of Pireus, and 1 km away from the center of Glyfada.
:: Internet Connection
The hotel now features wireless internet access in all public areas.
:: Rooms
Hotel "London", consists of 75 rooms (142 beds), Bar and Restaurant.
:: Rooms equipment
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Restaurant:
Hotel restaurant invites you to Savour dishes from International nad Mediterranean cuisine in pleasantly designed surroundings. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Unwind in the comford and intimacy of our Stylish Lounge Bar in which you can enjoy delicious drinks, coffes and light snacks.
How to get to LONDON HOTEL ATHENS COAST GLYFADA***
Public transport:Expres Bus X96 from the Athens airport - runs 24 hours every 30 minutes. The hotel London is located on Possidonos Ave. on the left side of the road. The bus station is "3rd Glyfada" and it is just 50 meters from the hotel entrance.
By taxi it is cca 20 EUR from the airport
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Facilities in Casa Balsamo:
There are various beaches and harbor villages near Casa Balsamo. The beach nearest to this castle is the Fiumicello. You can drive to this place . Various hiking tours are also organized here. Motorboats are also provided in case you are interested in diving. You have to pay a charge of 50 Euro per day. Price of rooms in Casa Balsamo: The minimum price for rooms in Casa Balsamo per week will be around 320 Euro and the maximum price will be 640 Euro per week. | ||||||||||||||||
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| | Italy is one of the most beautiful countries of the world. Located in Europe, the country is a popular tourist destinations. Each year the country is visited by millions of people from around the world. To accommodate the visitors there are many hotels in Italy. Luxury hotels in Italy are popular all around the world. All the cities of Italy like Rome, Milan, Venice, Florence, Pisa, etc. has got many luxury hotels. All the luxury hotels in Italy reflects the Italian culture and spirit. Luxury hotels in Italy are ideal for both business and leisure travelers.
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| Some of the famous resorts in Italy are: Villa Diana: Located only 5 km from Lecce this beautiful resort in Italy is in the middle of an awesome park and surrounded by olive and fruit trees. The cozy ambiance of the resort will make you feel at home. The Villa offers 2 luxurious and wonderfully furnished apartments equipped with all modern amenities. Villa Scarano: Nestled in Campania, the Villa Scarano resort offers you the splendid landscape for your relaxing holidays. Stay in this resort and get the wonderful view of Gulf of Naples and the Vesuvius. The resort houses 4 double bed rooms cozy rooms and provide you the facilities of central heating, TV, Washing machine and open fireside. Casa Cactus: Located at Campania, the wonderful resort terrace is surrounded by variety of Mediterranean plants. The flower garden with impressive trees and cactus is added attraction. The lovely rooms of this resort are very comfortable and equipped with all modern amenities Casa Anna: Situated in the medieval town center, Casa Anna gives you a wonderful view of the Tyrrhenian Sea. Stay in Casa Anna and enjoy the lovely hiking tour through the olive grooves to the sandy beach. The rooms are very cozy and the room facilities satisfy all your necessities. Booking for all of these Italy resorts can be done on the official web sites of these hotels.
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