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. [...]
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Le Pavillon Hotel
February 10th, 2010 · No Comments
Tags: Features · Full-Amenity · Historic · Metropolitan
The Sagamore
January 10th, 2010 · No Comments
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 [...]
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El Encanto Inn and Suites Hotel
August 29th, 2009 · No Comments
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. [...]
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Desert Riviera Garden Resort
July 25th, 2009 · No Comments
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 [...]
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Algonquin
March 9th, 2009 · No Comments
The almost century old Algonquin first opened doors in 1908 in one of New York�s most fashionable districts frequented by actors and writers of the time. The Algonquin has maintained the Edwardian charm through multi-million dollar refurbishments and upgrades of the already historic hotel. Considered to be one of the Ten Most Historic Hotels, it [...]
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The Wigwam Motel
February 22nd, 2009 · No Comments
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One of the most unique hotels in America is the Wigwam Motel. A registered national monument, it was originally a part of a 7 wigwam chain villages. Now, only three remain. While the Wigwam Motel is only a Wigwam in terms of the facade – as the structure is [...]
The Colonnade Inn Sea Isle City New Jersey
January 25th, 2009 · No Comments
New Jersey’s Colonnade In boasts the beauty of the restored Victorian style that has been there for more than a hundred years. Having gone through many a renovation to upgrade and maintain it’s besuty for all to see, it offers a view of New Jersey that’s within reach of the pristine beaches and resorts that [...]
Renaissance Westchester Hotel
August 20th, 2008 · No Comments
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Enjoy in the resort atmosphere experience of the Renaissance Westchester Hotel in White Plains, NY bounded on 30 acres of scenic countryside in Westchester County. Sited only 35 minutes from New York City, this deluxe White Plains, Westchester County Airport, historic Hudson Valley attractions, world-class shopping, and challenging golf courses. Enjoy newly renovated [...]
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Saratoga Arms
July 1st, 2008 · No Comments
New York is known as the city that never sleeps with many 5-star hotels and resorts throughout. But nestled in the historic area of Saratoga Springs, is the well-known Saratoga Arms Hotel with the charm of the old in the midst of the new. The small 30-room hotel boasts the charm and allure that is [...]
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Hotel Valencia Riverwalk
June 1st, 2008 · No Comments
Located in San Antonio Texas, the Hotel Valencia is considered to be a combination of hip and the classics blending in the making of one of Texas’s best hotels. Known for its extravagant and luxurious interiors along with a modern facade, it provides an unforgettable escape from the stresses of daily life. In Historic San [...]