Wednesday, 23 November 2011

hotel in gainesville


There are some excellent hotels and guest houses that are reasonably priced in the UK. While most of these are small or medium hotels there are some chain hotels that are also tapping into the budget traveler market too. The discounted rates and reduced prices are for a limited period or are aimed to some specific market for example students etc, so asking the conditions before hand is also a good idea.
The location and facilities of hotels often determine the price of hotels too, in the UK; the central England is relatively expensive compare to the Scotland, West county, or Highlands and Islands.
In the West Country, places like Cornwell, Devon, has some of best choices for budget travelers. There are many festivals that happen in the Somerset that invite tourists in multitude, for this time you will find the hotels packed to full capacity. Other then these seasonal hotels, B&B that spring up there are many places that keep their doors open all year around.
As most of the day would be spend out side of the room, the large, creaking, and boarding house feel of the place should not matter here. The food you expect should include kippers, haddock, sausage, and bacon with toast with butter or marmalade.
The thing to know about these hotels is that often they lack in central heating and could feel little cold in the start the rooms however will be installed with some heater or gas fireplace that might keep you warm. Some facilities will need to be shared; however most of them offer the shower and bath even if on the small side.

Wednesday, 5 October 2011

Hotels in Costa Rica


Having Visited Costa Rica, I have compiled a list of hotels and inns that are noteworthy. This list is by no means comprehensive or complete, it is just a few hotels that I have either stayed at or had the pleasure of dealing with.
Arenal Volcano Inn
Arenal Volcano Inn is located 6.5 kilometer north of the catholic church of La Fortuna town. Arenal is a must visit destination for a Costa Rica vacation. Many hotels surround the Arenal Volcano, but few offer such well planned and distributed rooms as Arenal Volcano Inn. Distributed on a hill completely surrounded by nature guaranteeing its guest an impressive view to the Arenal Volcano. The rooms are warm and inviting giving its guest tranquility and peace of mind while enjoying the beauty that surrounds them.
Hotel Grano de Oro
Situated on a quite street just off Paseo Coln, Hotel Grano de Oro is a sanctuary in the heart of the city. Converted from a tropical Victorian mansion, the hotel maintains the warmth and comfort of a private residence.
The gardens at Grano de Oro are both inside and out. A rooftop terrace offers a relaxing Jacuzzi and a spot for secluded sunbathing and stargazing. Service is paramount and the perpetually smiling staff of the Grano de Oro welcomes guests home time and time again.
Mawamba Lodge
Mawamba Lodge is situated on the Northeast area of Costa Rica's Caribbean Coast on a sand bar between the Tortuguero Canals and the Caribbean Ocean, an excellent location that provides direct access to the pristine beach and the canals.
Nestled in the lush rainforest, this is the ideal hideaway for nature lovers and the perfect place to discover the wonders of the Tortuguero National Park. The Lodge is a 15-acre beach front property located on the right side of Tortuguero, offering nice views to the Tortuguero Lagoon and the canals.

Monteverde Lodge
Located in the Tilarn Mountain Range at 4,600 ft. above sea level on the edge of the world's best known mid-elevation cloud forest, Monteverde Lodge is the ultimate lodging experience for the discerning nature traveler.Guests can enjoy the Monteverde Lodge Gardens with ferns and bromeliads; a running stream, a pond and a small waterfall provide a habitat for riverine birds and a host of reptiles and amphibians. Carefully placed benches provide a comfortable place, offer privacy and/or panoramic vistas from the Lodge to observe the wildlife, read, write, or just wile away the hours
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Punta Islita Resort
The Guanacaste Province is one of Costa Rica's richest cultural regions. Its artistic, culinary, and musical traditions are rooted in three distinct ethnic currents, Hispanic, African, and native Chorotega. Their aesthetic influence is manifest in Hotel Punta Islita's architecture, pottery, furniture, and garden sculptures.
Hotel Punta Islita is a secluded paradise of spectacular ocean views, charming luxury, and exciting activities underscored by a genuine commitment to responsible tourism. Discover an enticing variety of environments and facilities perfect for fine dining, relaxation, soft adventure, exploring authentic cultures, and beach activities.
Rafiki Safari Lodge
Rafiki is a wilderness luxury tent camp and conservation project focusing on adventurous sustainable tourism. The lodge is nestled on 842 acres of pristine jungle along the Savegre River, 30 km south of Quepos and Manuel Antonio in Costa Rica.
Guests can enjoy a wide variety of activities such as whitewater rafting, horseback riding to waterfalls, hiking, and world-class birding. You don't need to be an avid birder or into eco tourism to enjoy this truly unique accommodations and natural beauty.