Hotel Reviews

What a great hotel right in the middle of Madrid - De Las Letras. Located in an old, historic building on Gran Via, the hotel has been completely re-designed and now offers literary-themed guest rooms, an exciting new bar that all the young and beautiful people go to and a great spa and pool complex.

The building itself showcases ornately arched windows, balconies and that old world charm. However, the interior is a different story altogether. The walls, clearly a modern influence are graced with curious quotations, which intrigue and start up conversation. If you want to have dinner, you can do so right at the hotel. The menu? Mediterranean-Asian fusion. And it's all good.

The hotel has 103 rooms, which are graced in rich and vibrant colors that stimulate the senses. If you are wanting contemporary interior features - you got them here. The rooms even have plasma televisions (what hotel has these??) The ceilings are high and the parquet floors are tasteful. If you step up to a suite, you'll enjoy a sun-terrace, outdoor jacuzzi and fantastic city views, which overlook much of the area, including the hottest street in town.

Enjoy the De Las Letras Hotel!

Are you looking for a hotel that is centrally located, near all the major Paris attractions? Try staying at the Royal Magda Etoile, located in the 17th arrondissement of Paris. You'll find the Arc de Triomphe and the Champs Élysées close by.

The staff is friendly, and helpful. No matter what you plan on doing while you're in Paris, they will provide assistance to make your stay a pleasant one. If you want to relax, this is the place to do it - a comfortable lounge awaits, along with well appointed rooms and suites. Offering 37 guestrooms, as well as 10 suites, the rooms are equipped with telephones, mini bars, desks and satellite TV. Plus, every room has a bathroom - no sharing necessary!

This hotel is obviously very beautiful; some people claim it’s one of the nicest they have seen in Europe, for the price. It's also convenient that so many restaurants are close by too. Plenty of choices, no matter what you are looking for. Do you need to wash clothes while you are here? Not a problem - there's a laundry facility within walking distance. The other nice thing? Getting around the city is easy - the underground subway is close by, next to the Arc de Triomphe. After staying at the Royal Magda Etoile once, you'll want to stay here again next time around! Highly recommended.

Looking for a little quiet romance? A place to share some special moments with the one you love? The Cellini, in beautiful Rome is the perfect romantic getaway. Plus, you'll be greeted with all types of sensual delights - fresh flowers, visually appealing architecture, hand selected antiques and the finest fabrics. Top this off with world class service, and you have an almost perfect hotel.

There's no doubt about it - this place has a lot of fans. Almost everyone that stays here ends up falling in love - with the hotel! How many places provide you with complimentary champagne? The Cellini does. There are only six rooms here, so you'll have to make a reservation in advance. All of the rooms feature very comfortable beds, Persian rugs and exquisite ceramics in the bathroom.

One other thing - the staff is extremely helpful. They will bend over backwards to make your stay a nice one. Although the hotel is a little far from the historic heart of Rome, the Stazione Termini, which will get you to the middle of the city, is very close. www.residenzacellini.it. 6 rooms. In-room: safe, dial-up. In-hotel: laundry service, parking (fee), no-smoking rooms, minibar. AE, D, DC, MC, V. Full breakfast. Address: Via Modena 5, Rome 00184, Italy

Phone: 06/47825204

The Hotel Alfonso in Sevilla has a lot of history - it was inaugurated by King Alfonso XIII on April 28, 1929. Done in a spectacular Mudejar-style motif with brick arches, the hotel is built around a huge central patio. The rooms are also interesting, with marble floors, wood-panel ceilings, stained glass, and ceramic tiles done in vibrant colors. They are all decorated in different styles, including Castilian, Arabic-Andalusian and 16th-century baroque. There is also a Spanish and Japanese restaurant for your dining convenience.

Clearly, the cities most luxurious and attractive hotel, it is located near the Reales Alcázares (Royal Palaces) and the River Guadalquivir. If you stay here, you may even see a celebrity or two - many stay here when they visit Seville. The hotel was completely refurbished in 1992.

146 rooms in total. Singles From EUR 402. Doubles From EUR 534. Suites From EUR 884. Extra Bed From EUR 66. Check In: 1p. Check Out: Noon.

127 rooms, 19 suites. In-room: dial-up, Wi-Fi. In-hotel: 2 restaurants, bar, pool, public Internet, parking (fee). AE, DC, MC, V.

Address: San Fernando 2, El Arenal, Seville 41004, Spain
Phone: 95/491-7000
Fax: 95/491-7099

Come stay at the historic Hotel Alfonso!