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Hot on the heels of the huge success of The Soho Hotel, London hoteliers Tim and Kit Kemp open the Haymarket Hotel at the end of March 2007, their seventh London property. A bold step away from cookie-cutter minimalism, Haymarket Hotel fuses contemporary and classical references in an ultra-central London Location Its a landmark building designed by the legendary John Nash, the master architect who developed most of Regency London, including Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, and the adjoining Haymarket Theatre. The hotel comprises 50 individually designed bedrooms and suites, an exclusive four level townhouse, a bar and restaurant (serving northern Italian cuisine), and library. There will also be several private event spaces as well as a gym, treatment room, and a spectacular 18 metre pool with a bar, lounge and nightclub sound and lighting system. The lobby is a clean airy space featuring a large stainless steel sculpture by Tony Cragg and paintings by John Virtue, while the downstairs pool features a spectacular lighting scheme that uses strong contrasts of light and shadow. Grey oak dominates the lobby and library, and handpicked antiques and original art help jumble past and present. Guest Rooms are individually furnished and avoid the designer formula look with custom-made pieces and much emphasis on rich texture and colour. From the shagreen coffee tables to ivory wood-toned pieces, they evoke contrast and comfort at every level. Haymarket Hotel is sister hotel to The Soho Hotel, Covent Garden Hotel, Charlotte Street Hotel, Number Sixteen, The Pelham Hotel and Knightsbridge Hotel all situated in central London.

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"City Hotel. Why not have some fun! may well have been what Kit Kemp said as she released her arsenal of bold colors and supergraphic effects on the public spaces of the former American Express London headquarters in the heart of the theater district. Masters of the clubby/cozy/contemporary (e.g., London's Soho Hotel, Knightsbridge Hotel, and one of our all-time favorites, Charlotte Street Hotel), the designer and her husband and business partner Tim Kemp know how to create properties that strike a perfect balance between a classic English manor and a buzzy film and art-world haunt."
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Juicy Details Amenties 24 Hour Front Desk Air Conditioned/Climate Control Babysitting or Child Care Bedrooms: 1 Bedroom Bedrooms: 2 Bedrooms Beds: 2 King Beds Beds: 2 Twin Beds Beds: Rooms with King Beds Beds: Rooms with Two Beds Complimentary Breakfast Elevators Fitness Center Hairdryer Maid Service Meeting Facilities Restaurant On Property Room Service (24 Hours) Safe Deposit Box Telephone in Room Turndown Service Wake-up Service   Hotel Types/Categories London Travel and Leisure Top New Hotels

Uniquely situated on Ipanema Beach, the most prestigious beach in Rio de Janeiro. Hotel Fasano brings its incomparable hospitality to Rio de Janeiro. Imagined by Philippe Starck -- the elegant and understated decor includes original artwork from the 1950's and 60's, complimented with every modern convenience and amenity. The Hotel offers a unique Location on the most prestigious Rio de Janeiro Beach : Ipamena Beach, with a spectacular view. Both a residential and business district with upscale dining and shopping all within walking distance of the hotel.

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"City Hotel. Restaurateur Rogério Fasano established himself as a tastemaker par excellence with his flagship Fasano hotel in São Paulo. And now, the opening of the second Fasano, in Rio's perennially chic Ipanema, sees his talent for infusing environments with social cachet reach critical mass. To design the 91 rooms, Fasano made an unexpected choice: Philippe Starck, whose penchant for provocation (not to mention plastic) doesn't intuitively jibe with laid-back Carioca chic. But it works. Fasano's own preference for warm, natural palettes seems to have toned Starck down. Rooms and suites are spare and breezy, with white walls, leather-upholstered Mies daybeds, Amazonian wood side tables, and at least two burnished Sergio Rodrigues chairs."
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"The crowd: You have to be a guest to get access, so you'll find Brazilian models back home for a visit (or photo shoot), film crews, model scouts, and international fashion designers all mixing it up on the top deck.
How's the water? Sizzling. Located on the rooftop, with views of the sexiest swath of Ipanema Beach, this infinity pool is the hottest ticket in the Marvelous City. Bossa nova plays in the background, the waters are lit up at night, and beautiful people abound. The real fireworks occur at sunset, when the orb drops over Two Brothers Mountain (pictured) and everyone applauds.
The poolside tipple: Sip a sweet caipirinha so you'll be brave enough to don a Brazilian-style swimsuit. Think very, very small. (But remember, going topless is illegal.)
The hotel: This Philippe Starck designed property is a welcome addition to Rio's fusty hotel scene. Its whimsical design includes 1950s furniture, yellow onyx lamps, and a huge pekia tree that doubles as a check-in desk. Since it's on the beach, touches such as providing guests with Havaianas flip-flops are spot-on. (Be sure to request an ocean-view room, though, or you might find yourself staring at a brick wall.) If the lobby-as-nightclub scene is your thing, try the chic Baretto/Londra lounge Gisele has already christened it with her dancing booty."
-Worlds Sexiest Pools 2008, www.concierge.com

Juicy Details Amenties 24 Hour Front Desk 24 Hour Security A-V Equipment Rental Air Conditioned/Climate Control Babysitting or Child Care Balcony Bath: Bathtub Bathrooms: 2 Bathrooms Beach Beachfront Hotels Beachfront Restaurant Bedding: Fine Linens Bedrooms: 1 Bedroom Beds: Rooms with King Beds Boutique Shops Business Center Cable/Satellite TV Complimentary Breakfast Complimentary Newspaper Concierge Services Cool Lounging Spot Cool Pool Views Cool Rooftop Pool Currency Exchange Desk Elevators Fax Machine Available For Guests Fitness Center Golf Course on Property Hairdryer Internet: Available Internet: WiFi By the Pool Internet: WiFi in Public Areas iPod Docking Station Kid Friendly Kitchen: Refrigerator Live Music on Property Maid Service Meeting Facilities Mini Bar News Stand Non-Smoking Room Pets Allowed Pool - Outdoor Restaurant On Property Room Service (24 Hours) Room Type: Beachfront Rooms Room Type: Ocean View Rooms Safe Deposit Box Safe: In-Room Safe Sauna on Property Secretarial Services Separate Sitting Area Smoke Alarm in Rooms Sprinkler in Rooms Telephone in Room Turndown Service View: Rooms with Ocean View View: Rooms wtih Water Views Wake-up Service   Activities Lively Night Scene Running Surfing Walking   Hotel Types/Categories Hip Hotels Hotels with Cool Pools Sexy Hotels Travel and Leisure Top New Hotels

A dazzling white villa on the cliffs above Marina Grande, ultra-chic J. K. Place Capri is set in manicured gardens with astounding views over the Bay of Naples. The sleek interior, large infinity-edged pool, delightful cuisine and an intimate spa combine to make the perfect Mediterranean island retreat. The view from the unbleached teak terrace makes it easy to see why Capri is so seductive; emerald-green waters lap rocky bays and Mount Vesuvius shimmers in the distance. Inside is stylish yet fun with columns and shining lacquered floors contrasting with fur-trimmed curtains, zebra print stools and nautical blue and white decor. Indulge in a salt scrub and massage in the wellness area followed by a boat trip to the Blue Grotto. Spend time exploring the town s boutiques and then complete your day with a delightful sunset cruise. JK Place Capri is a Small Luxury Hotels of the World property.

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"Beach Hotel. Surely the new J.K. Place Capri is one of Europe's most stylish recent openings. And that it can be found on Capri which, despite its reputation, still has some unspoiled corners is music to our hotel-obsessed ears. This charming spot is sing-out-loud gorgeous, and in its mellow atmosphere, we felt like we were staying at a chic friend's house. The design is nautical with a twist: round porthole-style interior windows, sea-blue walls, crisp white sofas, bronze imitation Greek statues, and houndstooth-print stools. Guests have complete run of the house; we loved picking fresh chilies from the garden to sprinkle on pasta at lunch, and drinking Bellinis on the terrace while watching the bathers on the beach below."
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Juicy Details Amenties 24 Hour Front Desk Air Conditioned/Climate Control Barber/Hair Stylist Beds: Rooms with King Beds Business Center Concierge Services Currency Exchange Desk Elevators Fitness Center Internet: Available Internet: Internet Access Kiosk Laundry/ Dry Cleaning Service Mini Bar Pets Allowed Restaurant On Property Room Service (24 Hours) Room Service (Limited) Safe Deposit Box Safe: In-Room Safe Sauna on Property Self Parking - Uncovered Spa/Massage on Property Telephone in Room Turndown Service Uniformed Security on Site Valet Parking - Uncovered Wake-up Service   Hotel Types/Categories Travel and Leisure Top New Hotels

Always ranked among the most elegant hotels in the world, the Hotel Meurice embodies the rebirth of a French landmark with exceptional style and quality combined with contemporary chic. It boasts an extraordinary Location facing the Jardin des Tuileries, adjacent to Rue St Honore, the very heart and soul of Paris? s stylish 1st district. This hotel is the meeting place for fashion lovers, gourmets, and brilliant spirits. The Meurice is so Palace ! Surrounded by Parisian cafes, romantic gardens, trendy boutiques ? from Helmut Lang to Colette ? and more French designers ? from Goyard to Guerlain -, Hotel Meurice reflects the lively rhythm and elegant ambience of the chic 1st arondissement in the heart of Paris. This luxury hotel offers travellers and Parisians a wonderful choice of memorable moments. In the sumptuous Le Meurice Restaurant, overlooking the Tuileries Gardens, Chef Yannick Alleno showcases the best of French Cuisine. The Winter garden filled with exotic flowers blooming under a stunning art nouveau glass roof serves lighter meals and afternoon tea. With deep leather armchairs and dark woodwork, the intimate Bar Fontainebleau is an ideal setting for sipping cocktails and socializing. Located above the interior garden, the exclusive Espace Bien-Etre Spa is dedicated to relaxation and health. This lavishly appointed space features the latest exercise equipment and the only Caudalie ? vinotherapie? Spa in Paris where guests can pamper themselves with the unique, rejuvenating effects of grape seed based treatments.

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Travel + Leisure says..."Philippe Starck's public-space redo of this Paris institution, adjacent to the picturesque Tuileries gardensaincluding the bar and three-Michelin-starred restaurantabrought surreal new touches like a refrigerator-cooled mirror that's literally frosted, and three-legged tables dressed in fancy shoes. All tradition wasn't cast aside: Italian craftsmen were brought in to restore the lobby's green-and-white marble floors. Rooms, which were themselves renovated in 1998, are starting to show their age, so modern touches like iPod docks set upon the 18th-century furnishings are welcome. It's all complemented by lots of gilt, and no less than 100 yards of Rubelli and BranqueniA fabrics in each room. For such upscale digs, the Meurice is surprisingly family-friendly, offering plenty of family packages and loaning custom-made boats for sailing in the adjacent Tuileries' boat pond.

" -From Travel + LeisureConde Nast Traveler says..."On rue de Rivoli, this 1835 landmark hotel "overlooks the Tuileries Garden with a view of the Louvre, Arc de Triomphe, and Eiffel Tower." French designer Charles Jouffre's redesign of the hotel's rooms and suites updated the classic furniture and introduced a palette of light colors and bright accents. Le Meurice restaurant reinterprets French standards, hence dishes like sea urchin with bouillabaisse gelAe." -From Conde Nast Traveler

Juicy Details Amenties 24 Hour Security Balcony Bath: Bathtub Bath: Walk in Shower Bedding: Fine Linens Beds: Rooms with King Beds Bikes to Use Business Center Butler Service Car Rental Chauffeured Car Complimentary Breakfast Connecting Rooms Desk Fitness Center Green Hotel Hairdryer Internet: Available Internet: Broadband Access in Guest Rooms Internet: High Speed Outlet in Room Internet: WiFi in Public Areas iPod Docking Station Kid Friendly Kids Menu Limousine Service Mini Bar Personal Concierge Available Pet Friendly - Any Size Pets Allowed Restaurant On Property Room Type: Family Rooms Safe: In-Room Safe Sauna on Property Self Parking - Uncovered Separate Sitting Area Spa/Massage on Property Wake-up Service Windows: Windows Open in the Room   Activities Cooking Classes Galleries and Museums Kids Activites/Club Running Walking Wine Tasting & Activities   Hotel Types/Categories Conde Nast Traveler Gold List Hotels Paris Travel and Leisure Top 500 Hotels Travel and Leisure Top New Hotels Travel and Leisure World Top 500 Hotels (Europe)

Mandarin Oriental, Riviera Maya has enchanting natural surroundings from beach to lagoons and cenote; from mangroves and tropical forests to landscaped art patios. Over five million dollars of unique art is located throughout the resort. The resort has an extensive spa offering a large variety of facilities and treatments. Eleven treatment rooms include couples suites plus lagoon-style massage palapas and beach cabanas. The resort has luxurious guest rooms with contemporary design located in two-storey and bungalow style villas all with extensive terraces, most with gardens and an outdoor bath patio. Most rooms have an outdoor bathtub, suites have a private plunge pool. Mandarin Oriental, Riviera Maya is situated 30 minutes south of Cancun International Airport and 10 minutes north of Playa del Carmen. It is set among 36 acres of tropical forests and milky white sands lapped by the cerulean blue Caribbean Sea. As ever we have designed a fabulous enclave of luxury while retaining a distinctive feel for the setting.

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"Beach Hotel. If ever you had any doubt about the arrival of the Riviera Maya, a once-sleepy stretch of sand 40 miles south of Cancún, then try booking a room at the new Mandarin Oriental, one of the most anticipated hotel openings this year (we had to put our name on two waiting lists to get in). Hassle aside, it's easy to see why the property is red-hot. The winning Mandarin formula exemplary service, forward-reaching design, a first-rate spa has taken root in a pristine Mexican coastal environment. Acres of mangrove forest, including an on-site cenote, surround a lovely albeit small stretch of powdery sand. The 128 boxy white villas give beach chic new meaning, with polished stone floors, rough limestone walls, spare four-poster beds, and sculptures by prominent Mexican artists. We'll admit, we did experience a bit of sticker shock at checkout. But it's worth it. This is the most sophisticated resort on Mexico's eastern coast."
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Juicy Details Amenties 24 Hour Front Desk Air Conditioned/Climate Control Balcony Bath: Jacuzzi/Whirlpool in Bathroom Bath: Soaking Tub Beds: Rooms with King Beds Beds: Rooms with Two Beds Business Center Complimentary Newspaper Concierge Services Desk Fitness Center Hairdryer iPod Docking Station Meeting Facilities Patio Pool Private Deck/Patio/Terrace Restaurant On Property Room Service (Limited) Room Type: Villa Safe Deposit Box Telephone in Room View: Rooms wtih Water Views   Hotel Types/Categories Travel and Leisure Top New Hotels

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