Leisure City Hotels - United States, US

Biltmore Hotel - Coral Gables
 

The Mediterranean-inspired Biltmore Hotel has hosted royalty, celebrities and presidents since opening in the 1920s. With its l5-story tower modeled on the Giralda Tower in Seville, Spain, the Biltmore rises majestically above Coral Gables, Fla., welcoming travelers with its red-tiled roof, Moorish arches, hand- painted ceilings, Italian-marble floors and open-air courtyard with flowing fountains. For guests wanting to drink up the place's history, the Dade County Heritage Trust offers free tours of the property. On Thursday evenings around a roaring fire in the lobby, guests and visitors swap ghost stories. When not enjoying the hotel's history, guests can take dips in the hotel's 23,000- square-foot outdoor pool, which is flanked by cabanas in a lush courtyard of canary palms, bougainvillea and hibiscus. They can pamper themselves in a day spa, play golf at the challenging 18-hole course next to the hotel or play tennis on 10 lighted courts. Hungry patrons can enjoy French-style cuisine in the Palme d'Or, create their own menus from 20 "tasting dishes" and relax in an environment with frescoes, mirrored walls and crystal chandeliers. Grilled meats, seafood, Mediterranean appetizers and pastas will satisfy tastebuds at the 1200 Restaurant and Courtyard. For business travelers, the hotel's 76,000 square feet of meeting space includes 40,000 square feet in the adjacent Conference Center of the Americas. Guestrooms, festooned with Mediterranean décor, offer Frette linens, Egyptian-cotton duvet covers, European feather beds, signature robes and slippers. The rooms include high-speed Internet access, cordless phones, sitting areas, minibars, video games, bathrooms with marble vanities, and Gilchrist and Soames toiletries. The hotel, on 25 acres, was declared a national historic landmark in l996. Guests come for the hotel's historic status and Old World glamour.

Mayfair Hotel & Spa
 

Location. Located in the Coconut Grove area of Miami, Fla., Mayfair Hotel and Spa is just seven miles from Miami International Airport and adjacent to Coconut Grove Village. Mayfair Hotel and Spa is just five blocks from Coconut Grove Convention Center and five miles from Miami Convention Center and the iconic art deco restaurants and nightclubs of South Beach. Hotel Features. Serenity reigns supreme in the hotel courtyard, where guests may meditate among Asian orchid gardens and bubbling fountains. Private guest cabanas feature plasma screen televisions. Ginger Grove, the hotel's restaurant and lounge, boasts a pan-Asian menu and creative cocktails amidst floor-to-ceiling windows, silk-wrapped walls and private dining alcoves. Evenings bring complimentary wine service and newspapers are available to guests interested in staying abreast of daily happenings. Practical hotel amenities include a business center, conference facilities and laundry services. Guestrooms. Uber-fashionable suites are contemporary and swank, unique but hospitable. Stark, white linens juxtapose brightly colored floral arrangements and rattan sofas. Glass and dark wood doors divide slumber and leisure areas. Suites also feature romantic private terraces, Japanese soaking tubs and rich mahogany dining tables. Amenities include plasma televisions, DVD/CD players, wireless Internet access and designer bath products. Fully stocked minibars and 24-hour room service make guestroom exits unnecessary. Expert Tip. Located one-half mile from the property, Monty's serves up picturesque views of the waterfront and marina with their happy hour drink specials and nightly live music. Not to be missed are the stone crab, clams and oysters featured at the raw bar. Please Note: The hotel's rooftop pool is due to open in late 2006.

The Grove Isle Hotel & Spa
 

There aren't many hotels in Miami that can claim a private island all their own, except for the Grove Isle Resort. On an island in the middle of Biscayne Bay with its panoramic views,the Grove Isle offers guests an ideal retreat but a location close to Coconut Grove's exclusive boutiques and entertainment venues. Two miles away stands CocoWalk, an indoor-outdoor shopping, dining and entertainment center in the heart of Coconut Grove built around an open courtyard packed with vendors' carts. The area includes outdoor cafes, multiplex theater, shops and street entertainers. In addition, Key Biscayne and South Beach are within six miles from the Grove Isle. The Grove Isle's 111-slip marina provides moorage for guests arriving by yacht. Dockmasters can arrange fishing and sailing trips. The recreationally inclined will love the 12 lighted tennis courts, jogging track and fitness center. The pool's deck area features a life-sized chess board with 3-foot chess pieces. In addition to the dozens of nifty restaurants in Coconut Grove, the hotel's Baleen dishes up plenty of seafood choices with a pan-Asian twist. Guests can also kick back in the Baleen Lounge or the Oasis Bar before returning to their rooms, which are decorated in a breezy Colonial style, with blond- mahogany furnishings, terracotta tile floors, iron- framed beds, whimsical artwork of mostly monkeys and bananas, and balconies offering Bay views. Guests will find that the Grove Isle Resort is a true getaway the minute they step into the lobby and marvel at the expansive view of Biscayne Bay, gold columns topped with green-metal palm fronds, and murals of jungle scenes. On weekdays, guests are primarily business travelers and corporate groups, but vacationers fill the place during weekends.

Wyndham Grand Bay - Coconut Grove
 

Location. The Wyndham Grand - Coconut Grove is located just four blocks from bustling Coconut Grove and six miles from downtown Miami, Florida's financial district. This European-style hotel stands one-half mile from Coco Walk, an indoor-outdoor shopping, dining and entertainment center. Miami International Airport is eight miles from the hotel.Hotel Features. The hotel is built around an open courtyard that features a pool, fitness center, a sauna and a bar that offers a nightly happy hour. A magnificent glass chandelier adorns the lobby accentuating ceramic floors and antique furnishings. In addition to plenty of dining options in Coco Walk, the hotel's BICE Restaurant features Northern Italian cuisine offering either inside or terrace seating, with a lounge that resonates with jazz on Fridays, and Latin music on Saturdays. The Wyndham Grand Bay - Coconut Grove includes a spa on the terrace, a small fitness center, a beauty salon and a Starbucks. Guestrooms. This hotel's 177 guestrooms include step-out balconies offering stunning views of Biscayne Bay, Coconut Grove or downtown Miami. The guestrooms include sitting areas with loveseats and sliding-glass doors that open onto the balconies. Guestroom features desks with ergonomic chairs, high- speed Internet access, CD players, designer toiletries and complimentary newspapers. Expert Tip. The Coconut Grove Playhouse is less than one mile from the hotel and offers a first-rate theater experience.

Doubletree Hotel Coconut Grove
 

This Doubletree Hotel stands in Miami's trendy Coconut Grove district of shops restaurants and entertainment overlooking sparkling Biscayne Bay. The sidewalk along Biscayne Bay across the street offers views of yachts moored at marinas and peaceful strolls beside green parks and palm trees. The Doubletree boutique hotel is close to "Coco-Walk," the collection of shops, cafés, world-class art galleries, museums, cultural events and water sports. At the hotel, an expansive sundeck bordered by gardens envelopes the heated, 45-by-30-foot pool. The sundeck even features complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner at the hotel's Café Brassiere or order room service. Of course, dozens of sophisticated restaurants in Coconut Grove are within easy walking distance. The Doubletree also features a fitness center, two lighted tennis court and business center. Brightened with tropical-cool pastel walls, the 192 guestrooms are equipped with cable TVs, data ports, coffeemakers, irons and ironing boards, working desks and complimentary Internet access. Leisure and business travelers come here for ready access to Coconut Grove's shopping, dining and entertainment - and for the peace and quiet of the palm- studded neighborhood along Biscayne Bay. And, of course, the freshly baked Doubletree chocolate-chip cookies they get upon check in.

Best Western Chateaubleau Hotel
 

The Best Western Chateaubleau Hotel is a superior hotel strategically located only 2 miles south of the Miami International Airport. This pet-friendly property situated in Coral Gables is the only choice for business and casual traveler s alike. The room s reputation is for comfort and serenity while the location is advantageous because of its close proximity to the financial district and the entertainment options that Miami offers. The arborous surroundings of the Best Western Chateaubleau present a peaceful atmosphere enjoyed early and often. The environment provides a secure setting while contributing to the guest s comfort in limiting outside noise levels.Many of the rooms include balconies, overseeing the pool area and historic surroundings; all of the rooms adhere to the standards that the Best Western chain is respected for. Each of the 118 well appointed guest rooms include standard amenities such as data ports, refrigerators, iron and ironing boards, hair dryers, coffee makers with complimentary coffee, accessible safety box, and most importantly, cleanliness. An efficient and attentive staff is available to assist you with all of your needs. The hotel is only minutes away from fine dining, shopping and entertainment venues.