Sunset Hotels - United States, US

Hotel St. Michel
 

The Mediterranean-style Hotel Place St. Michel in Coral Gables is one of the city's most romantic places to stay. The three-story ivy-clad hotel is only a few blocks from the exclusive boutiques, bistros and art galleries along Miracle Mile. Situated five miles from downtown Miami and six miles from the Port of Miami, the Hotel Place St. Michel features accommodations and hospitality that are straight out of Old World Europe. Dark wood-paneled walls, cozy beds and beautiful antiques create a quiet elegance that may seem out of place in trendy Miami. From the fruit baskets that welcome guests to the nightly turn-down service with imported chocolates, the Hotel Place St. Michel focuses on service. Guests have complimentary access to the health club, tennis courts and pool at the Coral Gables Country Club. The concierge gladly helps guests with their sightseeing agendas. The award- winning Restaurant St. Michel serves innovative American cuisine with light French influences in an art deco dining room with wood floors, giant plate glass windows and soft lighting. The mahogany-paneled piano bar serves cocktails and both domestic and imported wines. Each of the 27 guestrooms is individually decorated with selected antiques, rich fabrics and original artwork as well as contemporary amenities including complimentary wireless high-speed Internet access.

Hyatt Regency Coral Gables
 

The Mediterranean and Moorish-style Hyatt Regency, modeled after the Alhambra Palace in Granada, Spain, stands just four miles from Miami International Airport in the heart of Coral Gables. Miami's financial district and trendy South Beach are close to the Hyatt Regency, which also is two blocks from Miracle Mile shopping, dining and entertainment. The four-block district includes more than 40 eateries, four theaters, art galleries and more than 170 shops. For golfers, the Doral Golf Resort Spa and its five championship PGA courses are just 12 miles away. Guests sense the hotel's refinement when they first enter the two-story marble lobby brightened by antique candle chandeliers, lush plants, arched hallways, stone-and-tile stairs, antiques and Mediterranean-style windows. For elegant dining, guests can enjoy seafood, steaks and soups at the hotel's Two Sisters Restaurant, which also features made- to-order omelets, pasta, carving stations and desserts for its locally known Sunday brunch. On Wednesday and Saturday nights, a lively crowd of locals and guests gathers at the hotel's Alcazaba nightclub, while others relax in the lobby bar. The recreationally inclined will find the outdoor pool and fitness center conveniently located on the fifth floor. For business travelers, the Hyatt's meeting facilities include 13,700 square feet of space with state-of-the-art equipment and a top-notch business center that provides all of the necessary equipment. With light and airy décor and soft-beige walls, Hyatt Regency guestrooms offer wireless Internet access, coffeemakers, complimentary coffee, custom bath amenities, safes, bathrobes and minibars. As with most Hyatt Regency hotels across the country, this version in Coral Gables offers leisure and business travelers ambience, amenities and a convenient location. Free Breakfast Summer Getaway: Guests who book the Free Breakfast Summer Getaway rate plan will receive a daily full American breakfast for up to two adults and two children (12 and under, ordering from the Johnny and Jenny Venture children's menu). Offer valid 5/26/06 - 9/30/06. Offer is not valid with groups/conventions and may not be combined with other promotional offers. Breakfast may be redeemed each morning of guest's stay, except for day of arrival. Breakfast is only available at designated hotel restaurants and not applicable for Sunday Brunch or Room Service. Breakfast includes coffee, tea or juice and one a la carte entrée or the full breakfast buffet if it is offered in that particular Hyatt hotel. Breakfast does not include alcoholic beverages or gratuity. Guests will be responsible for all charges exclusive of this offer. No credit will be issued for unused portion.

Hilton Miami Airport
 

Location. Located on a private peninsula, the Hilton Miami Airport (Fla.) overlooks a scenic freshwater lake. Just three miles from Miami International Airport, the Florida hotel is within five miles of two golf courses. Guests are six miles from downtown Miami, 11 miles from Miami Beach Convention Center and 12 miles from South Beach. Hotel Features. Guests enter the Hilton Miami Airport and discover spacious tiled floors decorated with leafy potted palms and navy armchairs. The welcoming lobby offers wireless high-speed Internet access for a fee. Leisure time is spent relaxing in the gazebo, where guests can enjoy fresh breezes and spectacular views of the Miami skyline. Guest Can enjoy running along the hotel's one-half mile waterfront path. A complimentary fitness center overlooks the 3,000 square-foot pool and spa area. Guests can enjoy buffet cuisine at the on-site Coral Café and fresh seafood at The Cove. Blue Lagoon Saloon serves tropical drinks to poolside sunbathers. Traveling executives find helpful services such as a business center with computers and high-speed Internet access, shipping services, meeting facilities, office equipment rental and a notary public. Guestrooms. Sophisticated accommodations are decorated in chocolate brown and hunter green. Guestroom amenities include wireless, high-speed Internet access, spacious desks with ergonomic chairs, minibars and coffeemakers. Expert Tip. Select guestrooms include access to the Towers Lounge, where guests can enjoy daily complimentary continental breakfasts, light snacks throughout the day and hot hors d'oeuvres every evening.

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.

Hampton Inn Miami-airport West
 

The Hampton Inn Miami-Airport West is a tourist-class hotel located just six-and-a-half miles west of Miami International Airport. Located on NW 79th Avenue, just south of its intersection with NW 36th Street, the hotel is convenient to the Miami Beach Convention center, Miami Beach and the Miami Arena. Just one mile east of Doral Golf Club, the hotel is also not far from the Pro Player Park and the Port of Miami. Guests' security and privacy is guaranteed at this six-story property with soundproof triple pane windows, electronic door locks and interior corridor entry. Well-trained and courteous staff provides an excellent service to make every stay a memorable one. Relax, rest and work in one of the 127 well-appointed guestrooms showcasing grand Floridian style furnishings. Unparalleled quality service and comfortable accommodations are complimented by free deluxe breakfast bar, free coffee available at the lobby around the clock, free local phone calls and free airport transfer. Other thoughtful amenities for comfort and convenience include a state-of the art fitness room. The Hampton Inn Miami-Airport West is convenient to dining, shopping and entertainment venues.

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.