HappyTraveler13's profile and reviews

The myhotel Chelsea was a welcome surprise. While not on par with many of the features offered at larger hotels, they make the experience homey with softly hued walls, a unique lounge and Asian-themed spa, incense and a 24-hour plate of scones.

Located just off several blocks of great shopping, famed London stores such as The Conran Shop are within two minutes walking distance.

My room was small but carefully appointed with a key-access safe, Aveda toiletries, DVD player, comfy robes and slippers and a deep bathtub. Internet access is wireless, but guests must purchase access codes from the front desk to gain access to the Web (which was a bit annoying as every 24 hours I needed to go to the front desk to purchase a new card - many times in the middle of the night.) A 24-hour business center and lounge is free and offers two computers and a printer, as well as a selection of books, magazines and DVDs.

Admittedly, I would have preferred more electical outlets in the rooms (I had to alternate charging various devices as one of the open outlets was hidden behind one of the twin beds) but the location is what really makes this hotel experience worth the (modest) charge.

The South Kensington tube station is a seven-minute walk from the hotel, and the recommended mode of transportation given the cost of cabs from this location in Chelsea to the popular tourist areas of London.

Overall, a great hotel in which to camp out while taking in the sights of London. For business travelers, it's worth noting that well-appointed meetings rooms are available on their lower level.

For a Holiday Inn, we were quite impressed with the amenities this hotel offered. First and foremost, room service, a rarity for a Holiday Inn with prices comparable to the average diner or Denny's-type restaurant.

The room itself was a full two-room suite with kitchenette, with décor that's a bit nicer than what I've come to expect from Holiday Inn.

The staff was young but very helpful, the rooms were surprisingly clean, and they kept a full plate of fresh-baked chocolate chip cookies at the front desk around the clock.

Parking is ample and free, and the hotel was located very close to Ontario airport, great hotel to grab a nap and a shower if you've got a layover long enough to make it worth it. Shuttles are provided to/from the airport. Recommended for anyone needing to stay in Ontario, particularly in a property close to the airport.

I've been really impressed with this Hilton property. Located immediately across the street from Colorado Springs newest shopping district, The Shops at Briargate, the hotel is pretty centrally located to the best of what Colorado Springs has to offer.

Check-in is quick, and the service is fantastic. The lobby and suites are all quite lavishly appointed for a Hilton. They also offer a selection of free newspapers (USA Today, The Wall St. Journal, Colorado Springs Gazette), a 24-hour amenties/gift shop with everything from frozen dinners and ice cream to postcards and stationary, a 24-hour business center (alas, only one computer terminal), a full, free continental breakfast and evening appetizer hour (a menu on your in-room fridge tells you what the menu is for the month for appetizer hour) and more. They even have a service now where you can fill out a shopping list on your in-room refrigerator, and they?ll go and buy the items for you and then stock your fridge! All items are billed to your room, so you don't have to deal with additional bills. A neat service and one of these days I'm planning to take advantage of it.

The rooms themselves are all suites, with a small but comfortable living room and separated bedroom with door. The bathtub/shower combo includes one of those curved shower rods that makes you feel like you have way more room than you do, and some decent Neutrogena bath products.

The staff really goes out of their way to help you. Our room was missing it?s internet connection and modem, so the staffer at the front desk actually pulled one from another room and came to rehook a new connection for us, despite the fact that he was the only one at the desk at the time. They care about their guests and it really shows. A great place to stay away from home ? I've never stayed here more than one night but I really wouldn't mind!

Hotel Vitale is located directly across the street from the Ferry building. It has a very nice restaurant with a fun bar located on the floor level. There are tons of great places to explore only walking distance away. San Francisco?s famous Pier 39, Ferry Building, Fisherman?s Warf, and much much much more. If you are looking for something special, book the circular suite... The view is amazing!