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Claridge's, London

Claridge's is the epitome of grand English style. For over a century, it has enjoyed the patronage of the most illustrious families, leaders and dignitaries from around the world. Claridge's recently unveiled the results of an astounding English Heritage restoration and is now hailed as the art deco jewel of Mayfair.

Claridge's is situated in Mayfair, in the heart of London's West End. The shops and boutiques of Bond Street, South Molton Street and Oxford Street are a few minutes walk from the hotel. The accommodation at Claridge's has always been highly sought after. There are 203 individually furnished, spacious bedrooms and suites to choose from. The Davies Penthouse, Royal Suite and Brook Penthouse each promise luxury with large rooms and beautiful views from private terraces. Other rooms in the hotel are just as spacious for those who are traveling alone or with their families. The rooms have every amenity one could want from a five star hotel.

The stunning restoration of Claridge's Foyer and Reading Room is the talk of the town. Here, London and the world meet for a quick lunch, coffee or cocktail. The highly acclaimed, three star Michelin chef, Gordon Ramsay heads this sumptuously appointed new restaurant in Claridge's and a pre-dinner cocktail or after-dinner cigar in the Macanudo Fumoir is an experience to delight the senses. Claridge's Bar is Mayfair's most popular meeting place.

The quintessentially English tradition of Afternoon Tea is enjoyed in the Reading Room or The Foyer, the menu for which includes a selection of sandwiches, assorted teacakes and pastries and a choice of tea, coffee and infusions, accompanied by the gentle strains of a classical musical ensemble.

Located on the sixth floor, the Olympus Suite offers the finest facilities for health, fitness, beauty and relaxation. The exercise area features advanced equipment and London's top personal trainers. The Olympus Health and Fitness suite also offers Anne Sémonin beauty treatments.

Parking is available at a nearby NCP car park. Car hire can be arranged through the concierge.

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Rocco Forte Lowry Hotel, Manchester

Opened in April 2001, part of the Rocco Forte Group the Lowry Hotel is the first hotel in the city to become a member of the Leading Hotels of the World and offers the very highest quality accommodation, facilities and services.

165 bedrooms (six riverside suites and the Presidential suite), the glamorous River Restaurant and adjacent River Bar, the Library, a relaxing spa and fitness centre and a dedicated conference and banqueting floor.

All the bedrooms are 35 sq m with floor to ceiling windows, walk in wardrobes and marble ensuite bathrooms and many - including the six suites - boast views over the river. All bedrooms are also equipped with the latest facilities including two phone lines, voice messaging, dataport, interactive satellite TV with advanced check out, fax connection, mini bar and safe.

The award winning River Restaurant offers a wide selection of contemporary international cuisine and has relaxing and peaceful views over the River Irwell. A restaurant for any occasion, including Sunday lunch, there is also a separate private dining room for up to twenty people with riverside views. The adjacent River Bar and Library create a great area for relaxing, meeting friends or enjoying a bite to eat with a modern, light menu and a wide variety of cocktails and other drinks throughout the day. The Terrace offers dining alfresco with a view during the warmer months. Weary shoppers can also indulge in the classic Lowry Hotel afternoon tea experience - with or without champagne!

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St. Pierre Park Hotel, Guernsey

Set amidst 45 acres of quiet, mature parkland on the outskirts of St Peter Port, the St Pierre Park Hotel is a magnificent resort hotel.

This luxury hotel offers unrivalled luxury, superb cuisine, excellent conference facilities and a wide range of outdoor and indoor leisure amenities including an indoor pool.

One and Only Le Saint Geran, Belle Mare

The One and Only Le Saint Geran resort hotel is located on the east coast of Mauritius Island, a beautiful tropical paradise located in the Indian Ocean beneath the Tropic of Capricorn, approximately 3000 kilometers from the east coast of Africa. The island boasts 10kms of fabulous coastline which is almost entirely surrounded by coral reefs.

Le Saint Geran is your own private slice of this gorgeous paradise, a fantastically luxurious hotel set on the golden peninsula of Belle Mare. Set amidst 50 acres of lush, tropical gardens which lead down to fine white sands and clear turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean.  The resort basks in an atmosphere of much emulated atyle and elegance.

Other One and Only hotels in Mauritius include the One and Only Le Touessrok Hotel.

Le Touessrok, Trou D'Eau Douce

The One and Only Le Touessrok resort hotel occupys a spectacular spot on the east coast of Mauritius and is a testament to understated luxury.

The beautiful architecturally designed resort is built in the style of a Mediterranean village and offers guess perfect tropical charm making the Le Touessrok Hotel one of the most beautiful and romantic resorts on earth.

A short taxi-boat trip away is the beautiful island of Ile aux Cerfs and the private Ilot Mangenie - for the exclusive use of Le Touessrok guests - a Robinson Crusoe style hideaway.

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