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Preferred Hotel Group : April's New Member Announcement

Preferred Hotel Group : April's New Member Announcement

Category: Worldwide - Industry economy - New brands / Affiliations
This is a press release selected by our editorial committee and published online for free on 2010-04-13


Les Suites Orient, Bund Shanghai
Shanghai, China

From its central location in downtown Shanghai, Les Suites Orient creates for guests a cozy, residential atmosphere with sophisticated Art Deco design and simple, warm décor in 168 guestrooms, including 31 suites. Rooms are well-equipped with the latest technological features and views of the Shanghai skyline, Huangpu River, and the Pudong landscape. The rooftop Café Deco serves modern Asian cuisine in a lively, casual atmosphere, while Cigar Bar offers an impressive selection of cocktails and fine wines and champagne.

Secrets Sanctuary Cap Cana
Cap Cana, Dominican Republic

Secrets Sanctuary Cap Cana combines the charm of a Spanish colonial village with the laid-back sensuality of the Caribbean to create a setting unlike any other. Offering all-inclusive luxury, this adults-only resort features an array of gourmet dining options, an on-site casino, two Jack Nicklaus Signature golf courses, fitness center, spa, sports, and live evening entertainment. Its 176 private suites and villas include fine, high-thread-count linens; furnished balcony or terrace with ocean views; elegant bath with double vanity sinks; 24-hour concierge and room service; and breathtaking ocean views.

Dreams Palm Beach Punta Cana
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Facing the endless Caribbean Sea, white sand beaches, and lush gardens, Dreams Palm Beach Punta Cana boasts 500 spacious guestrooms and suites surrounded by swaying palm trees. Take advantage of all the activities this all-inclusive resort has to offer. Swim, sail, snorkel, scuba dive, or windsurf in the turquoise Caribbean. Play tennis and volleyball under the tropical sun. Bask by the beach under a shady palm tree. Enjoy fine dining at one of five à la carte restaurants or sip favorite cocktails.

Rosa Grand
Milan, Italy

Located in the heart of Milan, Rosa Grand puts guests at the center of this historic city, just steps from La Scala and the magnificent Milan Cathedral (Duomo). From the moment one steps foot in the opulent lobby lit by crystal chandeliers and mirrors, guests are immersed in modern Italian design and luxury. The hotel features 327 spacious and elegant guestrooms, each with writing desk and goose-feather bed to soothe after a day spent seeing the sights of the city.

Savoia Excelsior Palace
Trieste, Italy

Overlooking the splendid Gulf of Trieste, Savoia Excelsior Palace is a grand turn-of-the-century hotel. The hotel, which dates back to 1912, has been completely renovated and restored to meet the needs of today's business and leisure travelers. With a blend of traditional and contemporary style, Savoia Excelsior Palace offers 142 spacious and elegant guestrooms – sumptuous wood finishes, monogrammed cushions, and Calacatta marble baths contribute to an air of luxury and exclusivity.

Splendid Venice
Venice, Italy

Visit one of the most beautiful hotels in one of the world's most beautiful cities. Reachable by gondola directly to its private dock, Splendid Venice hotel is wonderfully situated in the heart of Venice overlooking romantic bridges and the façades of century-old palazzi. Splendid Venice offers 165 guestrooms and suites decorated in traditional Venetian style complemented by colorful silk and velvet furnishings. The charming Le Maschere restaurant offers the best of Venetian cuisine along with breathtaking views over the canal.

Gran Meliá Cancun
Cancun, Mexico

Evoking an ancient Mayan civilization, Gran Meliá Cancun's five majestic pyramids rise to touch the sky, then slip back into the sandy shoreline of the Caribbean Sea. Retreat to one of 698 lavish guestrooms and suites – every Gran Meliá Cancun guestroom is conditioned with a spacious living area and private terrace and rain showers with curved curtains. Indulge in five international gourmet dining options, the renowned YHI Spa, and a nearly endless list of recreation options, including four spectacular swimming pools.

ME Cancun
Cancun, Mexico

Anything is possible at ME Cancun, a contemporary resort that is Cancun's capital for modern art and design, lounge music, and innovative cuisine. Exuding energy, style, and sophistication, the hotel's 419 guestrooms and suites boast spectacular panoramic views, custom furnishings and art, and state-of-the-art entertainment centers. Guests can enjoy a variety of dining experiences from local cuisine to Asian to Mediterranean. Invigorate the senses, purify the body, and balance the mind at YHI Spa, which offers an extensive treatment menu derived from Mayan and Aztec rituals.

Gran Meliá Golf Resort Puerto Rico
Rio Grande, Puerto Rico

Gran Meliá Golf Resort Puerto Rico brings world-class service and accommodations, championship golf, a variety of fine-dining venues, a casino, and a tranquil, full-service spa to the northeast coast of Puerto Rico. Its 486 spacious suites, spread out among 20 two-story bungalows, are furnished with elegant mahogany furniture, bold colors, rich Spanish accents, and modern amenities. Five gourmet restaurants delight taste buds with dishes that sample the globe from Asia to Italy to right there in Puerto Rico.

ME Barcelona
Barcelona, Spain

ME Barcelona reflects the rhythm of its city – an urban sanctuary that fuses contemporary design, international cuisine, and local music and artwork. Located in the EL Poblenou neighborhood – the city's center for technology and innovation – ME Barcelona puts guests near to all of Barcelona's best attractions. The hotel boasts 258 guestrooms, including 23 suites, that feature clean, artistic design, state-of-the-art technology, and luxurious baths. In three restaurants and lounges, the hotel introduces guests to a collection of sophisticated spaces that will satisfy the most demanding diners.

ME Madrid Reina Victoria
Madrid, Spain

Beyond mere accommodations, ME Madrid Reina Victoria showcases rich textures and bold, provocative design in a stylishly renovated landmark building. Its unbeatable location in the heart of the Spanish capital puts guests close to entertainment, the business district, and the airport. In 192 dramatic guestrooms and suites, ME Madrid presents a world of comfort and style with plush, feather-top bedding, luxurious bath amenities, and state-of-the-art technology. The hotel's restaurant and lounge – Midnight Rose – attracts A-listers from around the world for inventive cuisine and contemporary ambiance.

Gran Meliá Don Pepe
Marbella, Spain

Magnificent vistas and sophisticated amenities await guests at Gran Meliá Don Pepe – one of the most celebrated resorts on the Costa del Sol. Located on the Mediterranean beachfront just a short walk from the historic city center of Marbella, Spain, Gran Meliá Don Pepe offers 184 guestrooms and 17 suites, each with striking sea or mountain views, elegant furnishings, and ravishing marble baths. Enjoy a signature treatment at the spa, relax poolside with a cool cocktail, or indulge on creative Spanish cuisine at Calima, one of three world-class restaurants.

Gran Meliá Victoria
Palma de Majorca, Spain

Set against a mountainous backdrop on the Majorca waterfront, Gran Meliá Victoria captures the essence of privileged Spanish living in the heart of the bay of Palma. Guests can relax with a cocktail in a private poolside cabana, enjoy a leisurely stroll into the historic city center, or let their cares melt away with a soothing massage. Unsurpassed sophistication and luxury are found throughout 171 guestrooms and 11 suites, many of which offer spectacular sea views. Dine on contemporary and imaginative Majorcan cuisine at Veritas.

Gran Meliá Colon
Seville, Spain

Renovated with a striking combination of art, color, and style, Gran Meliá Colon celebrates its rich history while boasting forward-thinking design. In the historic old quarter of Seville – the cultural heart of Spain – the hotel features 189 guestrooms and suites with red and gold tones and award-winning contemporary furnishings that marry modern and traditional aesthetics. An appreciation for the finest in life continues at Gran Meliá Colon's collection of renowned restaurants, including Burladero, Tapas y Tintos, which artfully updates the Andalusian tapas tradition for today's sophisticated palates.

Gran Meliá Palacio de Isora
Tenerife, Spain

In the Canary Islands, Gran Meliá Palacio de Isora invites guests to experience magical moments in an inspiring location. Through private balconies, mahogany furniture, and breathtaking ocean views, the resort's 591 guestrooms and suites offer a new expression of refined luxury where every need is anticipated. Five gourmet restaurants – serving Asian, Mediterranean, and international cuisines – will satisfy even the most demanding tastes. Relax at YHI Spa, which is dedicated to bringing harmony to the mind while nourishing, revitalizing, and rejuvenating the body.

Marenas Resort
Sunny Isles Beach, Florida, USA

Experience the essence of beachfront living at Marenas Resort, which brings together an international sophistication and a fresh, sunny style that can only be found in south Florida. Located on Sunny Isles Beach, halfway between Miami and Fort Lauderdale, its 190 guestrooms, including 142 suites, offer lavish amenities, state-of-the-art technology, and spectacular ocean or bay views. Enjoy fine dining in the casually chic Restaurant at Marenas, which serves contemporary Mediterranean cuisine made with the freshest local ingredients or indulge at the European-inspired Spa at Marenas.

Sterling Inn & Spa
Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada

As Niagara Falls' only luxury boutique hotel, Sterling Inn & Spa is a relaxing and refreshing retreat after a day spent exploring the nearby falls. Its 41 spacious guestrooms and suites are a tranquil hideaway, each featuring a fireplace, refrigerator and wet bar, and large, spa-inspired baths with steam shower and Jacuzzi. Restaurant AG utilizes seasonal, local ingredients to create beautiful and unique dishes that nourish body and soul. Full-service spa, ONE, brings guests to a place of mental and physical well-being with holistic treatments from around the world.

Hotel Miramar
Barcelona, Spain

Hotel Miramar is an exceptional Barcelona boutique hotel and an exceedingly relaxing retreat. First opened in 1929, the hotel was painstakingly restored in 2006, keeping the style and grandeur of the original property while adding bright, avant-garde décor and a wide array of luxurious amenities to all 75 guestrooms and suites. Dining is a feast for the senses at Hotel Miramar, which offers delicious cuisine and stirring ambiance in three restaurants and bars. The stylish spa at Hotel Miramar offers a diverse range of soothing health and beauty therapies along with a state-of-the-art fitness center.

Hotel Hacienda Na Xamena
Ibiza/San Miguel, Spain

On a secluded Ibiza coastline – one of the last unspoiled ecological reserves in Europe – Hotel Hacienda Na Xamena offers complete exclusivity and impeccable service in a magical setting. This boutique-style hotel boasts 59 guestrooms, including 20 suites, each individually designed with Far East–inspired décor and breathtaking views from a private balcony or terrace. Dine at the gourmet El Sueño de Estrellas or at four other restaurant and lounge options. Enjoy three swimming pools, culinary classes, boat trips, mountain biking, or rejuvenate at La Posidonia Spa, which offers stress-relieving treatments for mind and body.

Topnotch Resort and Spa
Stowe, Vermont, USA

Enjoy all the best hiking, shopping, arts, and food that northern Vermont has to offer at Topnotch Resort and Spa, consistently ranked as one of the best ski resorts in the United States. Set within 120 stunning mountainside acres, Topnotch boasts 106 awe-inspiring guestrooms, including 9 suites and 37 one- to three-bedroom resort homes. The world-class Topnotch Spa offers 120 treatments in addition to a full-service salon, yoga and Pilates classes, and personal training. Norma’s restaurant is the ultimate fusion of casual style and contemporary cuisine.

Es Saadi Hotel
Marrakech, Morocco

Find contentment at Es Saadi Hotel, which – quite appropriately – means "The Happy One." Situated in a quiet residential area in the heart of Marrakech, facing the High Atlas Mountains, Es Saadi boasts 150 guestrooms, including 15 suites, each with private balcony, modern amenities, and classic charm. This lush hotel promises something for everyone with acres of flowering parkland, three gourmet dining options, casino, Oriental spa, and nightclub.

Bienville House
New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
Member of Historic Hotels of America

Wrought iron balconies, a flagstone courtyard, and antique furnishings make Bienville House feel like a centuries-old French Quarter manor house. Discover quintessential New Orleans at the late-night jazz clubs, renowned restaurants, and famous curiosities of nearby Bourbon Street, Royal Street, and Jackson Square. Stay out as long as you like – a four-poster bed with 300-thread-count triple sheeting awaits in all 83 guestrooms.

Pier 5 Hotel
Baltimore, Maryland, USA

Blending hip design, vibrant colors, and breathtaking harbor views, Pier 5 Hotel is a jewel in the heart of downtown Baltimore. From the moment guests step inside the Pier 5's three-story atrium lobby, they'll be transported to an atmosphere of fun and relaxation. Sixty-six whimsical guestrooms and suites are vibrantly decorated to arouse one's sense and stimulation the imagination – also enjoy panoramic views of the Baltimore harbor and skyline. Dine on three of Baltimore's finest restaurants located on-site – Pizzazz Tuscan Grill, Ruth’s Chris Steak House, and McCormick & Schmick's.

Admiral Fell Inn
Baltimore, Maryland, USA
Member of Historic Hotels of America

Step back in time to the Admiral Fell Inn, a quaint, European-style hotel located in the lively Fell's Point neighborhood of Baltimore. Recently refurbished, the hotel's 80 individually designed guestrooms offer 18th-century furnishings, fireplaces, hardwood floors, and plush beds. Unique touches such as historic artwork and photographs add to the ambiance in one of America's most historic hotels. Whether its for an afternoon coffee, an early evening snack and cocktail, or a late-night dinner, enjoy Meli Patisserie & Bistro. Or get out and explore Fell's Point and its charming selection of restaurants, bars, and live entertainment.

Brookshire Suites
Baltimore, Maryland, USA

Soak in the beauty and magic of Baltimore at Brookshire Suites in the city's beautiful Inner Harbor just steps from the Charm City's famous attractions, nightlife, and thriving business district. With warm, contemporary décor in all 97 spacious guestrooms and suites, the hotel creates a residential, home-away-from-home feeling in the heart of the city. Before heading out on the town, enjoy panoramic skyline and harbor views, daily buffet breakfast, and evening open bar and hors d'oeuvres in the hotel's top-floor Cloud Club.

Capital Hotel
Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
Member Preferred Boutique

One of the country's most historically significant hotels, the Capital opened in 1873, and President Ulysses S. Grant stayed as a guest soon after. The hotel opened with indoor plumbing and heating and later introduced the country's first "magnetic annunciator" to call room service. In awe of the state-of-the-art communications system and the first electric light in a Southern hotel, a local declared it "a capital enterprise in a capital building." The name stuck. Throughout the years, the Capital has been a beacon to Southern culture, reflecting the best of the region. By bringing fresh ideas to established favorites and by providing meaningful experiences to its guests, the Capital Hotel guarantees gracious Southern hospitality at its finest.

Hotel Brexton
Baltimore, Maryland, USA

In the early 1900s, Hotel Brexton was the quiet family home of the young Bessie Wallis Warfield, who would grow up to be Wallis, Duchess of Windsor. Today, the 129-year-old stately Hotel Brexton is a state-of-the art hotel with all the warmth and personal touches one would expect to find at a fine European boutique hotel. Located in the heart of Mount Vernon, Hotel Brexton is just steps away from many of Baltimore’s cultural treasures and fine restaurants

Cork Factory Hotel
Lancaster, Pennsylvania, USA

Cork Factory Hotel was once the home of a 19th-century cork manufacturing giant. After lying abandoned for several years, a Lancaster County family converted the historic site into a luxury boutique hotel, restaurant, and event facility. Just minutes from Lancaster’s downtown galleries, boutiques, Central Market, Lancaster County Convention Center, and Franklin & Marshall College, Cork Factory Hotel is also a short drive to the heart of Lancaster County’s famous Amish country.



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