Top Hotels In America

Le Pavillon Hotel

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Set near the historic French quarter of New Orleans, the hotel is located on Poydras St., the central corridor of the New Orleans business district. The property which it stands today belonged to Sieur de Bienville the founder of New Orleans which was then purchased by the Jesuits before landing in the hands of Mr. Gravier. Left to degrade at the turn of the 19th century, and was revived in the 1830’s when the land was reclaimed and turned into New Orleans oldest Railroad. It became a National Theater, a German Theater and much more till it was destroyed by fire in 1889. The Hotel was re-constructed in 1907 which allowed it to achieve new heights of luxury and splendor along with some firsts for the city, the first hydraulic elevator, the first basement and so on. Named the Hotel Denechaud then, it instantly received international acclaim for the splendor and luxurious accommodations that resulted in the passing of many a famous passing through its doors. Through Prohibition and the Great Depression, it maintained its status as one of the most luxurious hotels in all of America. A unique tradition exists when a lone traveler checked in one day and ordered milk on a nightcap which the bar employee was quite puzzled about. He asked and the tradition was born, the traveler used to have a traditional PB&J sandwich along with a tall glass of milk just before bed which he shared with his daughter who lived far away. Seeing his guest, the bar employee(who was actually the hotel manager who filled in for an employee) seeking to lift the spirits of his lonely guest had the night kitchen staff prepare newly made peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and milk which was promptly served. The guest was so delighted that he finally got to enjoy his tradition that reminded him of his daughter enjoyed his sandwich and soon enough, everybody wanted one. This gave way to the PB&J tradition when all guests are invited to the lobby at 10:00pm to partake in a serving of PB&J and milk. For a taste of one of America’s most historic hotels visit the Le Pavilion for a true Southern experience that is steeped deep in tradition.

The Sagamore

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With a Hundred year history, the Windsor hotel is steeped in deep tradition as one of America’s exclusive Hotels. Philadelphia millionaires sought the construction of the resort that bought Green Island and formed the Green Island Improvement Company. Opened in 1883, it was Luxurious and had some of the most spacious accommodations a hotel had to offer that enticed travelers from far and wide. Twice damaged by fire in 1893 and 1914, it was fully re-constructed in1930 due tot he efforts of Dr. William G. Beckers of New York City who was one of the early stockholders of the hotel even through the weak economy. A constant host to many international and local affairs of significant political value, the hotel has maintained exclusivity through its Millionaire patrons. Lake George and Lake Bolton are within the borders of the six million acre, NY Adirondacks State park giving it some of the best water fun anywhere in America. From lavish old-style to modern furnished rooms, they have it all along with the comforts of modern living such as high-speed internet access in all rooms plus an extra large home available for groups of six and up that has 6 rooms and four baths. Their Condominium style rooms have some of the best furnishings and beddings around and private lodges allow privacy from the rest of the resort.

Sadie Wilderness Lodge

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Next on the list is the Sadie Cove Wilderness Lodge, Alaska, which runs totally of the grid by generating their own power with the use of wind and hydro electric generating units. The rustic ambiance gives a new meaning to the word relaxing in a true sense. Want a weekend away from the hassles and stress of daily life, then this is the place to be. Love wildlife, well you’re in luck for the place is located near the “Bear Watching Capital of the World”, and the rest of the natural wildlife provides visitors a taste of Alaska as it should be, clean and green(sometimes white). The structure of the lodge is made up of drift-wood which was scavenged from the surrounding areas thus not impacting the already fragile eco-system of the Alaskan wilderness. The lodge has free water equipment they throw in for free with the lodge able to house up to eight guests for a few days of relaxing nature in the Alaskan Wilderness.

The Fairmont

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We begin with, The Fairmont in Washington DC, which is part of a chain of hotels whose aim is to lessen their carbon footprint as they aim to help the environment as they do about their business. They offer free parking for all hybrid vehicles (also available in all the company’s sister properties in the state) which encourages people to shift to green cars which have less emissions. The power they use for their properties are partly from wind farms lessening power demands on the grid. They are set to offer “green” packages for conferences, weddings and other functions which aims to raise awareness in their customers of the need and benefits of going green.

Green Hotels – Helping Nature

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There is however another side to the hotel business which capitalizes more on lessening the impact they pose on the environment by shifting to greener technology and making the business fit in with the natural landscape as much as possible to lessen the impact it has on natural resources. Everything is re-used whenever possible lessening the otherwise mountains of garbage people usually generates when in hotels and other facilities and with the following posts, we aim to provide information on some of the best in North America. The following are some of the best but not all of the best green hotels which can be found in the US so do search around and you might be surprised on the rising numbers of businesses who are opting to shift to greener operation of their businesses.

Green Hotels – The Next Step

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The Hotel industry is considered to one of the most disruptive businesses on the planet in terms of the impact and pressure they place on natural resources. Imagine putting up a block of concrete in the middle of nowhere and the amount of resources that will be needed to lure people from all over to go there with water park attractions to lavish gardens that are not normally found in the area. Such an area would be the infamous Las Vegas Strip which was setup in the middle of nowhere in the middle of the dessert that was first hailed to be an eyesore and a flop. Today, it employs almost all of the state’s workers and is responsible for billions of dollars of earnings for private businesses and federal government as well in the form of taxes collected from the gambling center of the world.

El Encanto Inn and Suites Hotel

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The El Encanto is gracious as it is located in the historic San Jose del Cabo with its charming narrow streets and historic buildings and boulevards. If one seeks to experience the warmth and comfort of old Mexican-style Hacienda architecture with lush tropical grounds and the smell of jasmine floating in the early morning dew. The ambiance is set with Latin music that flows through the air as the fountain plays in the breeze. Considered to be located in the loveliest downtown area in Baja, California near the art district where galleries abound along with charming patio restaurants that offer authentic Mexican cuisine. Near award winning golf courses, world class fishing locations and wide sand beaches complete the atmosphere of true Mexican Charm. With 28 rooms that are beautifully decorated in an upscale Mexican style, irregardless of room size. Divided into two sections, the hotel’s guests can choose between the Garden section and the Pool section just across the street. For an experience of the Old-Mexico Hacienda, visit the El Encanto, where the tropical wonders never cease.

Desert Riviera Garden Resort

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Built in 1951 by noted Palm Springs architect Herbert Burns the recently renovated hotel is currently owned by a couple from Oregon who fell in love with the hotel after seeing it for sale as they took a stroll along Palm Canyon Drive. As with most of California, it boasts lovely weather with mostly sunny days ideal for the sun lover. The Hotel is quite small yet fully packed with amenities for those who love the scenic route along Palm Springs, then this is the place to be. With heated pools, limo service, free WiFi High-Speed internet access for guests and many more quality and personal amenities the owners helped design themselves infusing their persona into their hotel with the vibrant colors and rooms along with luxurious beds it is a place to see when in Palm Springs.

Sea Coast Inn – San Diego

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If one loves beach and sun, then Sea Coast is the ideal place to go. Host to the Sand Castle Days contest, which draws artists from all over the world in hopes of creating the best sand sculptures around. Located on Imperial Beach it is an ideal place to go jogging, roller-skating or just simply to enjoy the breeze on long walks down wide beaches. The area boasts sunny weather with amenities such as heated indoor and outdoor spas along with a spacious sundeck with complimentary use of grills. Sea View is the place to enjoy the sun, surf and beach when in California.

Bally’s Las Vegas

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Everybody knows Las Vegas as the Gambling Capital of the world and Bally�s is one of the premiere places to stay in while in the City. All the usual amenities plus the addition of the Las Vegas, specialty gambling makes for an enjoyable vacation. They have concerts, production shows, comedy bars, fine dining, spas, shopping, you name it, they have it all. Stay at one of the member hotels as Bally’s is and you get all that Las Vegas has to offer. They have package deals that gives all the comforts of home plus the glitz and glamour that truly is Las Vegas.