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In a designated area of outstanding natural beauty, this early Victorian house stands above the River Avon in unspoilt woodland, rich in wildlife. It offers accommodation ranging from 'rustic to more salubrious', say the 'charming' owners Jane Bowman, Gillian Kean and Anabel Farnell-Watson. It is 'wonderfully friendly' (guests on their own feel at ease). It won't suit everyone, but devotees love the 'spiritual quality', the 'informal but professional' hospitality, the 'very good' meals, the 'comfort without frills'. 'Slow food' is the theme in the dining room: chef Christopher Scantlebury might offer local quail wrapped in bacon, roasted with a redcurrant jus. The house is filled with simple furniture, antiques and paintings; log fires burn in the public rooms. The bedrooms on the first floor have en suite facilities and central heating, the second-floor rooms were due to be upgraded in 2008. The best bedroom is spacious, but some rooms are small. Cultural courses, concerts and weekends with entertainments (painting, story-telling, etc) are held. Weddings take place in a former chapel, now a studio and gallery. Children are welcomed. A non-refundable deposit of the cost of a night's stay is requested on booking. The sea is six miles away. (SR, and others)
This hotel accepts discount vouchers which entitle readers to a 25% discount off their normal B&B rate. Each printed copy of the Guide contains six vouchers worth in total about £150

Lebanon hotels

Guide to Good Hotels in Lebanon and throughout the World
We have looked at a number of the existing systems for getting information on the Internet on hotels, and fond them lacking. The main problem has been that it is unusually difficult to see where on earth the hotel is in the country in question, and after that it is difficult to get a link to the hotels own web site to get more information
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Best Western Regency Hotel Islamabad Pakistan

LOCATION:
The Best Western Regency Hotel is placed in Islamabad Club Road, 15 kms away from Islamabad International Airport. Whether you are on business, vacation or a short trip, you'll be glad you made the Best Western Regency Hotel your first choice. The Best Western Regency Hotel offers a range of amenities designed to meet business travelers' specialized needs. We have convention and banquet rooms with all the latest audiovisual equipment. Our efficient banquet staff will ensure that every function and meeting runs smoothly.ACCOMMODATION: Regency offers four-star facilities and contains 56 well furnished rooms.HOTEL FACILITIES: 24 Hrs. Room Service, Banquet Hall, Credit Cards Accepted, Safe Deposit Locker, Car Rental, Baby Sitting.
GUEST ROOM:
All rooms are designed and equipped to make either the business traveler's or the holiday maker's stay a pleasent and comfortable one. These are just a few of the facilities at the disposal of the guests;
Modem Lines in Room
Television with Cable
Coffee Maker in Room
Mini Bar
Non Smoking Rooms/Facilities

FACILITIES:

Babysitting/Child care Services
Services Business Center
Concierge
Pool
Safe Deposit Box
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Shops/Commercial Services
Laundry/Valet Services

Thistle Glasgow

Description

Location. Thistle Glasgow (Scotland) stands within 250 metres of shopping and nightlife on Sauchiehall Street, 300 metres from the School of Art and 800 metres from the Gallery of Modern Art.

Hotel Features. The new Annlann restaurant offers a wide variety of Scottish dishes, while the Hotel Bar provides an informal setting for casual fare and drinks. Over 1,000 square metres of meeting space are available at the Thistle Glasgow. The on-site Otium Health and Leisure Club includes a gymnasium, sauna, spa tub, steam room, sun bed and pool.

Guestrooms. Each of the 300 guestrooms features dial-up Internet access and cable television. Private bathrooms offer complimentary toiletries.

Expert Tip. Forming the 'Golden Z' in Glasgow, Sauchiehall Street is a street brimming with businesses and shops, just over two kilometres long. Attractions along the street include Kelvingrove Museum and Buchanan Galleries.
Facilities
Gym Free Breakfast
Restaurant Internet Access
Pool

Fountain Court Apartments - Grove

DescriptionThe Fountain Court Apartments, Edinburgh is a block of modern apartments situated in historic Edinburgh, half a mile from the shops of Princes Street and one mile from Edinburgh Castle in the city's vibrant West End. The 27 apartments are spread over five floors and feature simple contemporary decor with light wood furnishings. All include fully-equipped fitted kitchens with integrated hobs and ovens, dishwashers, refrigerators-freezers, microwaves and washer-dryers, as well as cable television, CD players, and wireless Internet access. Guests of Fountain Court Apartments in Edinburgh have use of a computer room equipped with an Internet-ready PC, deskjet printer and a free supply of paper. Dry cleaning and luggage storage services are offered, and breakfast packs can be ordered from the apartments for a surcharge. Guests enjoy a discount at the nearby Virgin Active fitness centre. Private parking is provided for a surcharge, but is limited and cannot be reserved in advance. Many of the city's attractions can be found within two miles of the apartments including Edinburgh Zoo and Edinburgh Dungeon, and Holyrood Palace is three miles away. Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is 20 minutes by car, eight miles (13 kilometres) from the hotel.
Check-in InformationPlease Note: The hotel's reception area is available for check-in Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.. Guests scheduled to arrive outside these hours should contact the hotel at least 24 hours prior to arrival for special check-in instructions. The hotel's telephone number is +44 (131) 622 6677.

Thistle Brighton

DescriptionThe Thistle, Brighton is a large seafront hotel situated right on a lively promenade, 100 meters from the fun and games of the pier and adjacent to the main shopping area. The 208 guestrooms have a bright décor with carpeted floors and coordinated soft furnishings. All include satellite television, BT Openzone wireless Internet connections (surcharge), coffee and tea making facilities, minibars and trouser presses.The Thistle guests can dine in the informal Brighton modern restaurant, enjoy light meals and snacks in the airy central Atrium Lounge, or a late night drink in the bar. Those looking to keep fit can head for the Otium Health & Leisure center with its indoor pool, gym, sauna and solarium.The hotel also has a hairdressing salon and two health and beauty treatment rooms for guests who want to pamper themselves before a night out, and business guests can make use of the 12 air conditioned meeting rooms, the largest of which seats 300 people. The concierge can help book shows and tickets and there are laundry facilities and room service.The Thistle, Brighton also has limited car parking spaces at an additional charge. Visitors to Brighton are just across the road from Brighton beach and the famous pier, while the funky shops, bars, restaurants and clubs for which the city is well known can be found within 500 meters of the hotel. For those arriving by plane, Gatwick airport is 35 miles away and has frequent direct trains to Brighton.
Facilities
Gym
Restaurant
Internet Access
Pool

Europa Hotel

DescriptionThis international four-star hotel is superbly located in the heart of Belfast, only five miles from Belfast International Airport. The Europa Hotel is convenient to the business and commercial districts, and ideally positioned amongst Belfast's entertainment and shopping areas. The hotel is a 10-minute drive from all major motorways, ferry and air terminals, with a rail link next door. The Europa is the city's best-loved meeting place. This landmark hotel never fails to make a profound impression on every guest. Just step out of the Europa and you are within walking distance of the Grand Opera House, Waterfront Hall and Belfast's busy entertainment and shopping districts. Alternatively, why not take time out to drive one hour to the North Antrim Coast, and the world famous Giant's Causeway, or drive south towards Newcastle and the beautiful Mountains of Mourne. Since its opening, the Europa has reigned supreme among the capital's meeting places, and this popular city landmark has become the choice of Presidents and Prime Ministers. This cosmopolitan hotel offers a spacious elegance, luxury and style, proven by the fact that the Europa was the choice of President Clinton during his visits to Belfast in 1995 and 1998. Having recently completed a major extension, with the addition of 56 new executive bedrooms, the Europa now has a total of 240 bedrooms, making it the largest hotel in Northern Ireland. Each bedroom is exquisitely appointed and traditionally furnished offering guests the ultimate in comfort and style. Fine cuisine is on offer in the superb Gallery Restaurant, and for more informal dining, the Brassiere serves a wide range of fair 18 hours a day. The Europa is minutes to shopping and entertainment venues.
Facilities
Internet Access