HOTEL WATCH
September/October 2013
Centra Central Station Hotel
Bangkok is now fully open
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NEW LANGHAM PLACE HOTEL
OPENS IN GUANGZHOU, CHINA
Making its debut this week in China’s third largest city is Langham Place, Guangzhou, strategically located in the new central business district on Pazhou Island at the southeastern part of the city. The hotel is a mere two-minute stroll from the China Import and Export Fair Complex, home to the renowned annual Canton Fair, the largest trade fair in the world. The 500-room Langham Place, Guangzhou stakes its place as the eighth hotel for the group in mainland China and the 20th in its global portfolio.
It's an ideal location for corporate travellers, conference attendees, and holiday makers, Langham Place, Guangzhou is situated next to the Xingangdong metro station, and the shopping and commercial hub of Tian He is just10 minutes away; the hotel is a half-hour drive from Guangzhou South High Speed Railway station, and only 40 minutes from Guangzhou International Airport.
----------------------Centra Central Station Hotel
Bangkok is now fully open
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| Colourful Station Cafe lunch buffet |
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| Hua_Lamphong_railway_station, Bangkok |
The
newly-built hotel, Centra Central Station Hotel Bangkok, is located within a few minutes’ walking distance of the
Hua Lamphong mainline railway terminus, and is at the beginning of
Chinatown’s main thoroughfare of Yaowaraj.
“Our
Centra value brand, which we launched in 2010, is proving to be very
successful and we are proud to be opening the star property in this
brand at such a prominent location in Bangkok,” says Thirayuth
Chirathivat, CEO of Centara Hotels & Resorts, “The
hotel is ideally located for anyone travelling by rail to anywhere in
Thailand, or who is using the MRT Metro, or who is exploring and
shopping in the historic Chinatown district.
The hotel’s all-day restaurant is Station Café, serving Thai and international dishes from an open kitchen. Chyna, which will serve authentic Cantonese cuisine in a contemporary fashion, with an extensive list of creative desserts and a Tea Bar with a large array of Chinese teas. Gler serves light refreshments to guests in the hotel’s relaxation area.
Guests can relax at Cense by Spa Cevaree, which offers a menu of traditional massage and therapeutic treatments, and you can workout at Cenfit, the hotel's fitness centre, which has a sauna and steam rooms.
Information and reservations, Tel. +662 344 1699
or e-mail to csb@chr.co.th
Facebook: www.facebook.com/centarahotelsresorts
Twitter: www.twitter.com/MyCentara.
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An Oasis by Castle and River
Louise Coughlan reports on an all too brief trip to the bustling city of Kilkenny
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| Overlooking Kilkenny Castle |
The River Court Hotel is literally a stone’s throw away from the 12th century medieval Kilkenny Castle. It is situated in a prime location, in the heart of the city overlooking the River Nore. The hotel boasts a 17m deck level swimming pool, jacuzzi, geyser pool and a well equipped gymnasium. The Oasis beauty and therapy rooms offer fantastic packages of massage, reflexology and aromatherapy to help you unwind after a day’s shopping.
I dined in the AA Rosette award winning Riverside Restaurant and was pleasantly surprise with the elegant range of scrumptious dishes. With magnificent surroundings overlooking the river, the atmosphere was very relaxed. After dinner we night-capped at the Riverview bar for a few drinks before calling it a day and retired for a comfortable night in our deluxe rooms.
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| In the award winning Riverside Restaurant |
After a hearty breakfast of eggs, bacon, juice and cereal we checked out to tour around the city of Kilkenny. I took a stroll around this beautiful city and castle grounds before hopping on board our homeward train. Our helpful and friendly guide gave us a running commentary about St. Canice Cathedral, St. Patricks graveyard and of course the city’s most famous castle.
Whether you want business or pleasure, the River Court Hotel has something for everyone.
The hotel also provides conference and banqueting suites for business or functions.
I booked directly through the hotel phone 056 7723388
or go on line at www.rivercourthotel.com
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| www.rivercourthotel.com |
Last Minute Break:
Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel
Kick off the Autumn season with a great break for two offer at Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel. Enjoy Autumn's stunning colours with parkland walks followed by cosy fireside chat with this great last minute break deal for this Saturday, 5th October 2013.
For just €149 guests will enjoy an overnight stay in a deluxe room with full breakfast and a two course dinner on Saturday evening. And why not make the most of your surroundings and upgrade to a balcony seaview room for just an additional €30!
But hurry, his last minute offer won’t be available for long.
Book now by calling the hotel on (01) 2305400.
For more information click here now: www.fitzpatrickhotels.com
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Slieve Donard Resort & Spa, Newcastle
supreme winner of Irish hospitality
at Hotel & Catering Review
Gold Medal Awards in Dublin
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Howard Hastings, Managing Director of Hastings Hotels joined Stephen Meldrum, General Manager of the Slieve Donard Resort & Spa and Deputy General Manager Ciaran Murtagh to celebrate the hotel being crowned the supreme winner of the Irish hospitality industry at the 25th Hotel & Catering Review Gold Medal awards in Dublin this September. The Slieve Donard Resort & Spa is the first hotel in Northern Ireland to be awarded the overall supreme winner of the Gold Medal Award for Excellence after beating off stiff competition from hotels throughout Ireland.
The 4-star resort also won the Gold Medal Award for Four Star Hotels.
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The 4-star resort, part of Hastings Hotels, took the top honour at the prestigious 25th Annual Gold Medal Awards. Judged by industry experts, the independent awards recognise and reward excellence in hotels, guesthouses, restaurants, spas, clubs and catering operations across the island of Ireland.
The Slieve Donard Resort & Spa won the Gold Medal Award for Four Star Hotels and was then awarded the overall supreme winner with the Hotel & Catering Review Gold Medal Award for Excellence 2013.
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| Overall supreme winner of the Gold Medal Award for Excellence: The Slieve Donard Resort & Spa |
Howard Hastings, Managing Director of Hastings Hotels said: “We are absolutely delighted to have won two prestigious awards including the Gold Medal Award for Excellence which is the highest honour in Ireland’s hospitality industry. We are the first hotel in Northern Ireland to have been bestowed this honour, which is not only a fantastic testament to the hard work and dedication of all the staff at the Slieve Donard Resort & Spa, but a tribute to the shining star that is the Northern Ireland tourism industry which has had an incredible time, especially over the last couple of years.”
Now in its 25th year, The Hotel & Catering Review Gold Medal Awards are intensively competitive drawing entries from hundreds of hotels, restaurants, guesthouses, spas, clubs and catering businesses from across Ireland. Each entrant is rigorously assessed by members of the Gold Medal Awards jury who travelled over 20,000 kilometres across the island this summer to search for Ireland greatest purveyors of hospitality.
Slieve Donard Resort & Spa, Downs Road, Newcastle, Co. Down BT33 0AH
Tel: 0044 28 4372 1066 www.hastingshotels.com/slieve-donard-resort-and-spa/index.html
Tel: 0044 28 4372 1066 www.hastingshotels.com/slieve-donard-resort-and-spa/index.html
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Dublin is the place to be this Autumn with an explosion of festivals hitting the capital. From fashion to theatre, there is an eclectic mix of events to suit everyone this September and October.
Over 1,000 performing arts participants from Ireland and abroad will showcase their talents with some 600 performances in over 30 venues around Dublin for the 19th annual Dublin’s Fringe Festival from now until 22nd September. It will include dance, theatre, visual art, circus, discussion, music and loads more. This year’s Fringe will be inviting celebrated artists from across the world.
Europe’s oldest specialist theatre festival, the Dublin Theatre Festival also takes place from the end of September to mid October and celebrates a rich heritage, but also provides a preview into rising stars and playwrights and astonishing new forms. With so much to see and do in Dublin for the next few months, Hotels.com have put together some great value hotel deals.
Ballsbridge Hotel (****)
Prices from €69 per room per night on Hotels.com
*Prices are subject to availability at the time of booking*
The easily accessible Ballsbridge Hotel is perfectly located close to the Aviva Staduim, RDS and National Gallery of Ireland. Breakfast is served in the ambient Garden Room and The Dubliner Pub offers traditional Irish cuisine. Guestrooms are equipped with televisions, premium bedding and hair dryers. Additional amenities available include climate control and irons and ironing boards.
Bewleys Hotel Ballsbridge (****)
Prices from €68 per room per night on Hotels.com
*Prices are subject to availability at the time of booking*
Ideally located next to the RDS, Bewleys Hotel in Ballsbridge is located in a beautifully restored 19th century building. Traditional breakfasts are served each morning. The hotel also includes an onsite restaurant, The Brasserie. All guestrooms are fully soundproof to ensure a private and peaceful stay. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout.
Morehampton Town House (****)
Prices from €62 per room per night on Hotels.com
*Prices are subject to availability at the time of booking*
Centrally located in Ballsbridge, Morehampton Town House is a 15-20 minutes’ walk from the city centre. The Victorian townhouse offers complimentary wireless internet throughout. Guest parking is also available. Guestrooms feature city, courtyard or garden views. Rooms feature multi-channel televisions. Iron/ironing boards and wake up calls are also available on request.
The Royal Marine Hotel (****)
Prices from €94 per room per night on Hotels.com
*Prices are subject to availability at the time of booking*
Within easy reach of the DART line, this Dun Laoghaire hotel offers stunning views of Dun Laoghaire pier and bay. The 228 guestrooms feature Egyptian cotton sheets, fridges, tea and coffee making facilities. The hotel has a full service spa, an indoor pool, and restaurant.
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