Hilton Melbourne South Wharf Hotel

2 Convention Centre Place , City Center - Southbank, Melbourne, Australia 3006

An address that places it in one of the best areas in the city, this Hilton property sits surrounded by high end shopping. The hotel is also next to the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Center in addition to being just on the outskirts of the business district, making it ideal for business travelers. Within a km guests can reach attractions such as the Telstra Dome, Melbourne Casino, and Aquarium.
 

Shangri-la Hotel Sydney, Australia

176 Cumberland Street, City Center - The Rocks , Sydney, Australia 2000

Sitting between the Sydney Opera House and the Darling Harbor Bridge on either side, the Shangri-la has become the destination of choice for the traveler. Located within easy walking distance to Sydney's shopping and commercial areas, the hotel is a perfect match for both business and leisure travelers. The 563 rooms are among the most spacious in the city, with the smallest rooms having an area of 40 sqm. This five-star hotel also have several meeting rooms, which can hold anywhere between 10 to 900 people depending on your needs. Enjoy fine dining at the award winning Altitude Restaurant and the Blu Horizon Bar located on the 36th floor. The hotel features all amenities and services, which guests have come to expect from Shangri-la. Reservations at Shangri-la Hotel Sydney are simple via our secure online booking form. Just enter your desired dates and submit.

Caesars Palace Hotel

3570 Las Vegas Blvd., The Strip, Las Vegas (NV), United States 89109

One of the most well-known and prestigious resorts on The Strip, this luxury property with well over 3000 rooms is spread across five towers. The 129,000 square foot Gaming Zone includes slot machines, table games, a Poker room as well as a Keno Lounge. It is also the current home of the National Heads-Up Poker Championship. If you wish to explore the many attractions in the city, the Leisure Concierge can help make reservations for shows, nightclubs and tours. The hotel also features a number of award-winning dining venues, which includes Bobby Flay’s Mesa Grill. The hot-spots of Vegas are just steps from your room. Browse some of the world’s finest retailers at the nearby Forum Shops or enjoy the popular Pure nightclub, the Pussycats Lounge, and the floating Cleopatra's Barge all available at the hotel. After a weekend of dancing and high stakes gambling, why not head to the Qua Baths & Spa for a relaxing treatment session before you head back home. Caesars Palace Hotel offers unlimited luxury and impeccable service from the moment you step in.

Best Affordable Beach Resorts

Picture yourself waking to the warmth of sunshine slanting through your window, then enjoying the sound of gently crashing waves as you take your morning coffee out on your beachfront terrace.

Fortunately, putting yourself in this idyllic setting doesn’t have to break the bank. There are affordable beach resorts all over the world—from Florida to Greece—where a night’s stay doesn’t cost much more than dinner and wine with friends at your favorite local restaurant. Every year, Travel + Leisure staff scours the globe to find great, inexpensive coastal resorts; none of the properties on our list costs more than $250 a night (and some cost much less).

Most of this year’s best affordable beach resorts are just what we envision when we daydream about holidays in the sun. At the Anacaona Boutique Hotel on Anguilla, for example, waiters deliver rum punch right to your beach chaise beside the clear turquoise waters of Meads Bay. And at the romantic Tambor Tropical, on Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula, you and your sweetie can retire to a private mahogany-and-teak villa after a day of snorkeling and sea kayaking.

Of course, you don’t have to leave the U.S. to find a great affordable beach resort. The 94-room Costa d’Este Beach Resort is a window into 1950s Florida, with Art Deco–style furnishings and elegant rattan furniture. With a night’s stay just $139, you can afford to shell out for the spa’s signature Hot Lava Shell massage (taken beachside, of course).

If you’re looking for an affordable beach resort that’s not quite the traditional palm-shaded retreats you see in Corona beer advertisements, we have you covered there too. At the Tott Hotel Visby, for example, set on the Swedish island of Gotland, the starkly modern, glass-walled rooms and villas overlook the (often bracingly cold) Baltic Sea. And at The Beach House, a colonial-chic mansion perched on Newfoundland’s blustery Avalon Peninsula, you’ll spot migrating humpback whales rather than tropical fish.

So no matter when—or where—you’re planning on traveling, this is the list to check out if an affordable beach resort is on this year’s itinerary.

Hilton Amsterdam Hotel

Apollolaan 138, Oud Zuid, Amsterdam, Netherlands

This hotel has a particular claim to fame as the location of John Lennon and Yoko Ono's 1969 bed-in for peace. Guests are within walking distance to the old city, Vondelpark, the famed Van Gogh Museum and the Rijks Museum. Also catering to the business traveler, the hotel is just 15 minutes from the airport and with 21 meeting rooms. It is easy to feel comfortable in the large, bright, and airy rooms with large opening windows to garden, city or river views. Enjoy top-notch Italian dining in the award-winning Roberto's Restaurant or sit back and relax with a beer or cocktail in the Half Moon Lounge, complete with marina views. Near a great many restaurants and tourist attractions, Hilton Amsterdam maintains the level of luxury and elegance that is expected by the Hilton chain name.

World's 50 Top Hotels

Who says staying at the world’s best hotels has to cost a fortune? Travel + Leisure has ranked the top 500 hotels on earth, and—surprise!—more than 50 of them cost $250 or less.

What did we discover in 2009? That in a year filled with challenges, our readers still love hotels that deliver unique experiences and stellar service—particularly if the price is right.

In fact, the No. 1 hotel in California—the new 200-room London West Hollywood, set in the Hollywood Hills and known for its rooftop bar scene—is one of those $250-or-less properties. Not surprisingly, the hot rooftop scene is also a draw across the country at the Peninsula New York, ranked No. 3 in New York City.

But the top hotel in America was an unexpected choice: the Inn at Palmetto Bluff, a secluded golf and spa resort in Bluffton, SC. It’s clear that travelers are looking for an escape from the daily grind.

Beaches, of course, make for an idyllic getaway, and Waikiki’s Halekulani remains a fan favorite even after 25 years, taking the No. 1 spot in Hawaii. The Halekulani wasn’t the only iconic hotel to take top honors: the Mandarin Oriental Bangkok placed first in the Thai capital (up from No. 3 in 2008), and Buenos Aires’s Palacio Duhau-Park Hyatt (with its 700-label wine cellar and weekly tango lessons) ranked first in South America.

Sometimes, however, getting away is all about intimacy, and our readers also love small hotels. The 32-room Domaine des Hauts de Loire, two hours from Paris, once again took top honors in Europe. And Francis Ford Coppola’s Blancaneaux Lodge (No. 1 in Central America) stole the show for its proximity to Mayan ruins.

But what everyone wants to know is: which hotel took top honors as the best in the world? Last year’s overall winner, Singita Sabi Sand, in South Africa’s Kruger National Park, didn’t repeat its victory. Its replacement—also in South Africa—is truly a contender: it was the highest-scoring hotel in the history of our survey.

So when you’re planning your 2011 getaway and looking for that perfect hotel—the one that combines luxury, service, and location—this is the list to consult. You may even find your dream hotel at a great price.

Hotel California Champs Elysees

16 Rue De Berri, 08. Champs Elysées, Paris, France 75008


This luxury 4-star hotel located on Champs-Élysées is perfect for those wanting to get away in style. From here, guests are just a few steps from the upscale shops and restaurants of the Paris’ fashion hub. All rooms and suites are exceptionally comfortable and offer stunning views of Paris and its many sights, including Montmartre. The hotel’s painting gallery is the perfect spot to relax and unwind while admiring beautiful art. With a central location and service oriented staff, the California Champs-Élysées Hotel in Paris provides excellent value.

De Crillon Hotel

10 Place de la Concorde, 08. Champs Elysées, Paris, France 75008

The De Crillon Hotel is situated in the heart of Paris, making it ideal for business trips or leisurely breaks. Guests often comment that this hotel truly epitomizes perfection in every possible way. It is luxury in its finest form. Staff are gracious and the breakfast buffet is one of the best around. This is clearly one of the best hotels in Paris and all the major sights are within easy walking distance. Rooms are not amide at budget travelers, but really you do get what you pay for. The hotel offers 147 well-furnished guestrooms, all equipped with modern amenities. Each room features air conditioning, television (cable), in-house movies and a minibar. Non-smoking rooms are available. Also featured are s a babysitting service, laundry, car rental, restaurant and 24-hour room service. Recreational and leisure facilities such as a sauna and fitness room are available on-site for all guests to take advantage of. To proceed with this booking at the De Crillon Hotel, simply fill in your visit dates and follow our secure online booking form.

The Stafford Hotel by Kempinski

The Stafford Hotel by Kempinski

16 18 St James Place, Mayfair and Marylebone, London, United Kingdom

This 5-star hotel sits in the heart of London’s St James. The excellent location provides hassle free access to all cultural attractions, gourmet restaurants and vibrant nightlife that the city has to offer. The spacious and tasteful rooms display high standards and are incredibly comfortable and clean. After a long day spent exploring the city, enjoy the best martini in town at the legendary American Bar, an elegant restaurant and an impressive wine cellar. With a location that lets you experience all that London has to offer, The Stafford Hotel by Kempinski makes for a good choice.

Landmark London Hotel

Landmark London Hotel

222 Marylebone Road, Mayfair and Marylebone, London, United Kingdom NW1 6JQ

Initially established in 1899, this awarded-winning hotel was once served as a convalescent home during World War II as well as the headquarters of the British Railways Board. Later in 1995, the hotel is reopened as the Landmark hotel. Guest will find the hotel is conveniently located with main tourist attractions including Madame Tussauds, Soho Buckingham Palace and the London Eye are within a short reach from the hotel. Ideally situated in the heart of London, the 5-star hotel features the Winter Garden with its glass all-weather atrium enclosing towering palms and exotic flowers, a highly civilized venue for champagne brunch and Devonshire tea. With a prime location, Landmark Hotel is sure a favorite for travelers who want an ideal base to explore the sights of London.