Sixteen Reasons…

Posted in Hotels with tags , , on August 26, 2008 by travelwizard

Another day gone in the beautiful city of London. It was overcast today (surprise, surprise) but I have to say, the clouds are a welcome change from the endless sunshine that radiates through Los Angeles. After a solid day of sightseeing, I was able to pop into a hotel I had been reading about called The Number Sixteen, which is located nearby South Kensington. The hotel is one of several in and around London owned by The Firmdale Hotel Group. In total, they operate six hotels, each of which are located in different but equally quaint and stylish part of London. There really is one for almost any place you would want to stay. The Number Sixteen was relatively close to where I was camping out at The K West so I decided to pay them a visit.

The hotel itself is housed in four separate townhouses along a quite little street in South Kensington in London’s West End. There are 42 rooms in total, each individually and uniquely decorated in in classic English country style. The result is nothing short of adorable, with some room combining soft pinks and blues while others were done in classic black and white.

Perhaps the best part of this hotel is the private garden, which is a perfect place to relax, have a drink and enjoy the beautiful foliage.

The hotel is conveniently located near the tube station and it is within walking distance from many of the great shops and attractions in the West End. This is a good place to stay if you have never been here before and you are looking to stay off the beaten tourist track. The hotel is that great combo of a place that is well situated to everything you would want to see while still being far enough away to give the guest some peace and quiet amidst a bustling city. 

If staying in the West End does not suit you, there are five other Firmdale Hotels to chose from. They include The Soho Hotel, Haymarket Hotel, Covent Garden Hotel, Knightsbridge Hotel and Charlotte Street Hotel. I have heard good things about the other hotels but I didn’t have a chance to check them all out. The Number Sixteen definitely peaked my interest though and I hope to actually stay here next time, rather than just tour the place. Check out some pics:

A Trove Of Culinary Treasures..

Posted in Food, restaurants with tags , on August 24, 2008 by travelwizard

It’s been two days since I landed in London and each day has been busier than the last. Today I got a chance to take a break from work stuff and lunch with the poshest of posh ( and many, many tourists) at the food hall at Harrods. My ex-BF (who is British) would say that only wanker-faces go to Harrods. Well, that may be the case, but I for one am a very excited to be the wanker-face who eats at the Harrods Food Hall. You know why? Because the Food Hall is unlike anything we have in the US. The idea of  luxury gourmet foods mixed with luxury clothing is not a combo we see often. 

If you have never been to the hall, it is difficult to conceive. Before I went there, I always envisioned it as a glorified food court. I was oh-so wrong. Let me try to sum it up for you. The hall combines the freshest vegetables and fruits, the tastiest and most exotic charcuterie, a variety of cheeses and many of the staples of a gourmet market with individual mini-restaurants (all counter -style) that represent a multitude of food styles. You can have everything from oysters and caviar to roast chicken, wood-fired pizza, sushi or dim sum. They even make Krispy Cream Donuts on site. The presentation of each and every section is phenomenal, making it difficult to get out of there empty handed. Perhaps the most stunning of all is the candy secction, which could easilt be mistaken for Willy Wonka’s factory. It’s literally  bursting with sugar filled delights at every turn. 

We made out way around the food hall, admiring the displays and trying to choose our meal. We settled on roast chicken and gratin daphinous from the Rotisserie. I think we made a good choice. The chicken was very tender and the skin was quite crisp and flavorful (the sign of good roasted chicken!)and the potatoes were a perfect combo of creamy and firm and perfectly salted.  While sixty three dollars for a half a chicken and some potatoes may seem extreme, I firmly believe you pay for the experience. Surely, you will never be in a place so ridiculously extravagant as the Harrods Food Hall. You may as well sit down an enjoy it.  I know we did.

Jennifer Lewis Barcelona

Posted in Hotels with tags , on August 20, 2008 by travelwizard

I have just returned from seeing Vicky Christina Barcelona. I am pretty obsessive about Woody Allen and I have to say , this film does not disappoint. Besides having an engaging and humorous story, the locations in and around Spain are enough to make anyone want to jump on a plane immediately and head across the Atlantic. Lucky for me, I already have plans to hit Barcelona. Next Thursday actually, with my BF Lewis. Hence Jennifer Lewis Barcelona. This movie only served to raise my excitement level to a near fever pitch. 

Despite having nine days to explore Spain, I am limiting my travels to two places; Barcelona and nearby Girona on the Costa Brava. I make it a priority to relax on vacation and jumping from place to place in frantic hope that I will see as much as possible has never been my travel style.

What I have discovered is that Barcelona is a city with many beautiful and stylish hotels. Unfortunately, that pesky dollar is just not co-operating against the Euro so it was a bit challenging to find a place in my price range (about 200 -250 a night). After literally weeks of research, I decided on a small hotel in the El Born district of Barcelona called Banys Orientals. As far as I can tell, El Born is home to many of the most fashionable shops in Barcelona and it is very central to many of the attractions the city is known for. There are actually two separate areas which make up the Hotel; the first being the actual hotel and the second being a building of suites located across the street from the main building. This is where we are staying and from what I can tell, it will be more like staying in an apartment rather than a hotel. This is fine by me because I like that kind of independence. I am not really a needy traveller so having a front desk close by is not really a big priority. Here are some pics from the place:

 

As you can see, it looks clean, simple and stylish. While I am there I will take some photographs of my own and post them upon return. Those above should do for now. The rates at Banys are pretty fantastic. I was able to book a suite for five nights for 130 Euros (translation, 200 American dollars).

In between hitting up Parc Guell and drinking copious amounts of wine, I plan on checking out a few other hotels that have garnered a pretty great reputation over the years. There were a couple of standouts during my research and I would like to share them with my fellow readers. The first is Hotel Pulitzer. This was my number one pick for Barcelona but no matter how many ways I did the math, I just couldn’t make it work financially this time. The hotel has received many accolades and it is actually not ludicrous in terms of price. If you lived in Europe or in England, this hotel would be downright affordable. At last check, the going rate there for a double room is around 188 Euros.

A lot has been said about the hotels interiors, which were designed by Lazaro Rosa Violan with the intended goal of creating a hotel which was decidedly un-hotel like. The result is is a winning combination of chic, but accessible comfort bathed in black, white and gold tones. Check out some pics:

It is worth noting that if you can’t make it to Barcelona, there are Hotel Pulitzers in both Rome and Paris.

Finally, there is one other place which seems really cool in Barcelona that I would like to check out. It is basically an apartment you can rent - but maid service is included. It is called The Third Floor and it seems like a sophisticated alternative to staying in a hotel. There is not a ton of info on their website but I managed to find some pics courtesy of Conciege.com.

My travels will also take me to Girona, where I will be staying in a restored castle called Castell d’Emporda. More on this hotel and Banys Orientals when I return. For now, I will leave you with some visuals to tide you over:

 

Incidentally, in the NY Times travel section this week, there is a big article on The Costa Brava! I guess my timing could not be better. You can check it out here.

And Now For a Few Words On Las Vegas…Drumroll Please!

Posted in Hotels, restaurants with tags , on August 18, 2008 by travelwizard

I promised an update on my Vegas trip last week and I am not one to make promises and not deliver so here goes. A good way to sum up my Vegas trip would be to describe my current health state, which is pretty dismal. It turns out that what happens in Vegas does not always stay in Vegas. After leaving the city that never sleeps, I have taken with me a summer cold and it has stuck with me for the past four days. This has been great for my blogging, but not so great for my state of mind. Anyway, I digress. Here is the skinny:

Like I was saying, I stayed at The Wynn Hotel and after my third stay here, I can still say that it does not disappoint. Upon arrival, I casually inquired about an upgrade and wouldn’t you know,  I got one. I upgraded all the way to the 56th Floor. Normally, the fact that I had landed an upgrade with virtually no effort would make me pat myself on the back but sadly, I am afraid of heights so this so called “upgrade” was really more of a curse than a blessing. Not wanting to seem rude, I took the upgrade, sucked it up and prayed there would be no fire (there was no fire I am happy to report). Since I was a repeat customer, they also gave me one hundred dollars to apply towards entertainment in the hotel. Now, in LV “entertainment” can mean a lot of different things, but I chose to use it for a pedicure in the hotel spa.

The Spa at The Wynn is totally worth checking out. It is insanely overpriced but they do take extra care to make sure you are sufficiently pampered from start to finish. Not only did I get a great pedicure, but my pedicurist, who has worked there for five years, gave me the major lowdown on her celebrity clients. They also carry a great product line from Italy called Davines that is really hard to find. 

In my last post on Vegas I noted that if you have to go to Vegas, you should take advantage of all the good things they have to offer ..like the amazing selection of restaurants on the strip. One that I would particularly like to highlight was my dining experience at B&B ristorante, Mario Batali’s place in The Venician. Despite those atrocious clogs he is constantly sporting, I am big fan of the Batali. Here in LA, I have highlighted  his Osteria Mozza and the Pizzaria Mozza in previous posts…the guy seriously knows how to make amazing Italian Food.

From the minute we sat down to the minute we left, the entire experience was incredibly satisfying. Upon sitting, we were lavished with attention by the wait staff and then promptly presented with a delicious bruschetta topped with chickpeas and olive oil. It sounds boring right? WRONG! It was a perfect plate to whet our appetites for the rest of our meal. For appetizers, I had the most delicate and flavorful Prosciutto accompanied by the sweetest, most perfectly ripe melon. This dish is a staple in Italian cuisine but this was by far the best rendition I have ever had.

The prosciutto was then followed by a a plate of Octopus so tender, you would think you were eating Venison. I have no idea what they did to that poor Octopus, but my stomach thanks them for it.

For my main course, I had spaghetti all’amatriciana. It was just okay but I am am going to absorb all of the blame for that one. You see, I tried to play it safe for my main course and Mr. Batali is not about playing it safe. My co-worker’s pasta (which was much more adventurous) was much, much better. One of them even involved some rabbit. While I am normally against eating animals I used to have as pets, I have to admit, the little guys were tasty. 

Even as we had stuffed ourselves to the brim, we managed to save a millimeter of room for desert. Here we went way out on a limb and ordered a desert that combined heirloom tomatoes with cream, carmel and some sort of ice cream thing. I have never had a tomato in my desert but I am not sorry I did because the combination of flavors was perfectly balanced and the result was a delicately sweet dish that was very satisfying. 

After B&B..we moved on to doing what any other respectable person does in Vegas..gamble. I hate losing money so this lasted about ten minutes and then I was off to the 56th floor..where I drifted off into a food coma, and dreamed about leaving Las Vegas.

Home Is Where My Heart Is..

Posted in Hotels with tags , , on August 15, 2008 by travelwizard

Home Hotel - Honduras 5860 BS.AS Argentina 

This will be in the first in a series of posts which will spotlight some radical place I have stayed in over the years. The first place I want to highlight is The Home Hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina. I stayed there a couple years back during part of a  two week trip across Argentina. The origins of my trip are very interesting. I was literally booked on a plane to Madrid via London for a couple of weeks in Spain when suddenly, a gigantic terrorist plot emerged involving Heathrow Airport, a dozen planes and bombs made out of liquids. Not wanting to be caught in the chaos and long lines that ensued in London, my best friend and I spontaneously changed our reservations and within a week, we had an entirely new itinerary booked for Argentina. Despite such a short planning period, we somehow found our way to Home Hotel.

By “somehow” I mean through Trip Advisor. I used the site for some quick research and that’s how I found the Home Hotel. At that point,  it was ranked the number three hotel in Buenos Aires. I had no idea where it was within the city an nothing to go by but pictures and a wing and a prayer. Somehow, it worked out better than I could have imagined.

There are several things which make the Home Hotel special. The first is that it is superbly located in the heart of the fashionable Palermo district. Palermo houses the most fashionable shops and hip eateries in Buenos Aires (when I say hip and fashionable, I mean that in the best possible way not in the cheesy LA way). The Home Hotel is a short walk and an even shorter cab ride right to it’s heart.

Besides it’s stellar location, the rooms are well-priced and smartly decorated. Concrete floors, giant showers and flat screen televisions fill their rooms and you can choose to book one of the following types of rooms: a double room, a suite or one giant guesthouse (named “Special Home” by the proprietors). All of these rooms range from 120 -300 dollars in price. 

Great location, stellar rooms, well priced….. wait! There is more. The staff of this hotel is what truly sealed the deal for me and what has made the Home Hotel stick in my mind for the last year. Everyone from the guy at the front desk who gave us great restaurant suggestions night after night to the dudes behind the bar who were mixing us drinks to the owners themselves (they live right next door) were hospitable, engaging and uber-helpful. I became so endeared to that hotel staff that my friend and I actually were sad when it was time to go.

The owners are super cool, they are a couple (one is Argentinian and one is a Brit) who decided to create the Home Hotel when they realized that one of the coolest parts of Buenos Aires was lacking a hotel that reflected hipness of the area. The Brit in the equation is Tom Rixton, a music producer who actually worked on a record I love by an artist named Tom Vek. (Check him out if you are not aware of him-he’s great) We were fortunate to meet them when we were there and they were delightful. They have done a stellar job with the hotel. 

So, in conclusion, let’s sum up the Home Hotel. Great location? Check. Comfy rooms decorated in retro-cool fashion? Check. Reasonable price? Check. Helpful, polite staff? Check. What more is there to say? Well, maybe just a teeny bit more..

Argentina on the whole is a phenomenal country. It is also a great place to travel right now as our dollar is still a lot stronger than their currency so a little goes a long way. Take advantage of that and book now at Home Hotel!


London Calling..

Posted in Hotels with tags , , on August 13, 2008 by travelwizard

I am heading to England next week for business and then to Spain for some much needed R&R (more on Spain in a later post) The twenty degree weather change between London and Barcelona will probably present a packing challenge but I am going to give it my best shot. In fact, I may not pack much at all seeing as Top Shop awaits me when I land in the UK.

Some things I definitely plan on packing include a handkerchief (to wipe away the tears as I watch my dollars dwindle down before my eyes) and Mr. & Mrs. Smith’s guide to London restaurants. These people have their shit together and I for one, plan on taking advantage of all the great info available on their website. The foodie in me has decided it is finally time to eat well in London. I have heard it is possible but in all the times I have been, I have yet to have a stellar meal. I have a good feeling about it this time.

Since I will be there on official music industry business, it is only natural that I would stay at The K West, a well known rock and roll hotel in Shepard’s Bush. Reading weekend falls during my stay so I am sure many of the out of town bands will be hanging in the lobby bar.  The K-West is a very functional hotel. The rooms are modern, spacious and clean and the beds are exceptionally large and comfortable. Although Shepard’s Bush is not an ideal location, the hotel’s proximity to London’s Central Line makes it very convenient to get in and out of central London (i.e Liberty, Top Shop, HMV). Our company gets a great rate here so even though many musicians frequent the hotel, it is also well-suited for business traveller. Here are some pics to get a better idea:

 

 

London is a word-class city that features great shopping, sightseeing, art and historical attracations. Because of  how dismal our dollar is in relation to the pound, I have never been able to stay in the same caliber of plae that I could normally afford here in America. Because I have so much Hotel Envy, I have spent a lot of time fantasizing about places I would love to stay ( I know, I am sick woman) while I am there. Here are a few that have hit my radar:

Portobello Hotel 

Located near Portobello Road in Notting Hill ( get it, get it?), this quaint little hideaway is a former townhouse that was converted into a hotel back in the 70’s. What makes this place stand out is that is is not overly priced and each room has unique details which make you feel as if you are staying in someones house, rather than in a hotel. It also is fantastically located in one of the funkiest neighborhoods in London. If you have never ventured over to Notting Hill, you should check it out next time you head to London.

Guest House West

I almost convinced my boss to let me stay here last year but unfortunately, that damn rate we get at The K West makes it impossible for me to weasel my way in here.  Considering how many hotels in London charge insane prices for less than stellar accommodations, it is worth spending the same amount on the fabulous Guest House West, even if it is not all that close to Central London. Since the tube is really easy to use, I would not let that deter you. Guest House West claims to embody “the reinvention of the B&B” and I am a huge supporter of that ideal. The concept of the B&B is great but sadly, so many of them are horribly dressed in terrible wallpaper and furniture right out of your Grandmother’s house. Happily, Guest House West has all the charm of a B&B but the decor is fresh and modern. Thanks GHW for getting it right.

Hazlitts Hotel

Hazlitts is a nice alternative to Guest House West. What I love about this place is that it incorporates traditional English decor with classic elegance. Each room is decorated differently in rich tones and lush fabrics. I love the idea of spending a rainy day cozied up to the fireplace in the Baron Willoughby Suite, gazing out onto the Soho streets.  I can almost feel myself being transported to another era! Ahhh..sigh..

How are things on the West Coast?

Posted in Hotels with tags , , , , on August 11, 2008 by travelwizard

There is a reason that people deem the West Coast the ” Best Coast”. I think it is is because there are so many fantastic hotels from beginning to end. The drive up the West Coast of the United States (and Canada!) is well worth doing. The scenery alone is enough reason to get in the car. When you do decide to take that road trip from San Diego to Vancouver, here are eight places that will keep you inspired to drive on. 

Maison 140 - Los Angeles, CA

A member of the Kor Hotel group, this Beverly Hills hotel used to be a famous silent film star’s apartment residence. Their style is impeccable, combining modern touches with traditional french design. Located on a tiny side street on a quiet block in uber -posh Beverly hills, this hotel has a lot to offer for not a ton of cash.

Inn at The Spanish Garden - Santa Barbara, CA

I love this hotel because it has amazing accommodations and an amazing location. It is just steps away from State Street in downtown Santa Barbara. (For those of you not familiar with SB, State Street is where it all pretty much happens). The hotel only has twenty-three rooms, so it definitely has an intimate and cozy feel.

Old Monterey Inn - Monterey, CA

The Old Monterey Inn is a ten room delight located in a beautiful Tudor home surrounded by a lush garden in Monterey, CA. Each room has it’s own unique style, but they are all equally well-appointed with luxurious amenities. A perfect honeymoon destination, this Inn recently made Travel and Leisure’s prestigious Gold List.

The Hotel Healdsburg- Healdsburg, CA

Located about seventy miles above San Francisco, The Hotel Healdsburg is about the coziest place you would want to spend a couple of days. I was there in November and it rained the whole time but I couldn’t have cared less as the beds are so delicious that I can’t imagine why you would need to leave them. They are like giant marshmallows, complete with a down duvet and a down feather-bed (not necessarily recommended for those allergic to down). Each room is a suite and there are giant soaking tubs in each of their humongous bathrooms. If you must leave your room, head down to the lobby, which is warmly decorated and features a bar for wine tasting and a great big roaring fireplace.

Brewery Gulch Inn, Mendocino, CA

Brewery Gulch is an Inn where the proprietors go above and beyond their duty as hoteliers. The Inn offers a Pre-Concierge service which allows you to set up all sorts of things to make your stay more enjoyable. For instance, you can pre-arrange flowers or wine to be brought to your room upon arrival. The Inn was also recently restored by proprietor Guy Pacurar and incorporates eco-friendly practices. An added bonus is that their kitchen only uses organic and locally grown produce. 

Tu Tu Tun Lodge - Gold Beach , Oregon

This phenomenal hotel is definitely worth checking out if you have the stamina to get to it. Located on the California/Oregon border, it is definitely not what you would call conveniently located. However, if you can out a little effort in, you will be handsomely rewarded. Perched atop the Rogue River approximately seven miles from the Pacific Ocean, this wonderful hideaway combines rustic charm with lux accommodations. The lodge itself is a wood and glass and this creates a fantastic feeling of warmth to the entire place.  An added bonus is that each of the sixteen rooms has a balcony or patio with views of the scenic river below.

Hotel Lucia - Portland, OR

After spending a significant amount of time in rural destinations, your arrival at The Hotel Lucia in Portland will be a welcome change to your previous destinations. Fantastically located in Downtown Portland, the hotel is within walking distance to exceptional restaurants and shopping. A co-worker of mine stayed here last week and he absolutely raved about Lucia’s accommodations and service. Book on-line for the best rates! Oh..and did I mention this hotel also made Travel and Leisure’s Gold List for 2008?

The Aerie Hotel, Vancouver Island, BC

 If I ever get married, I want it to happen here. A member of the distinctive Relais & Chateau collection, this hotel boasts stunning views of the Pacific Ocean along with the best in gourmet dining AND (my personal favorite) cooking classes! There is also an award -winning spa on site which features treatments ranging from massages to acupuncture. Now if only I could find an excuse to go there….

One final note. If you are a AAA member, you can head down to your local office, tell then exactly where you plan on stopping on your road trip and they will provide you with a road map specially designed to get you where you need to be. All for free!

Livin La Vida Local

Posted in Websites with tags , , on August 8, 2008 by travelwizard

What if you could go on a vacation and magically know your destination as well as you know your own neighborhood? Imagine knowing the best spot to dine on local cuisine or the best hole in the wall drinking spot almost immediately upon arrival? Well, thanks to a website called like Live Like a Local, now you can!

My friend Adam turned me on to the site and it is pretty cool. It allows you to find apartments in cities all around Europe and the US and if you so desire, you can hook up with a local (hence, live like a local) who will treat you to a variety of authentic experiences. There are lots of scenarios to choose from and they range from things like a home-cooked meal in a person’s home to a walking tour of the best local eateries the city has to offer. The NY Times recently mentioned them in their travel series 36 hours in…(fill in amazing city here). You can view that here. 

Finding the right places to dine, drink and shop can make or break a trip for me. If you have no desire to put any research into your destination or you are not a travel nerd like myself, then Live Like Local is a great way to experience the best parts of any city.

Vegas Baby, Vegas

Posted in Hotels with tags , on August 6, 2008 by travelwizard

Tomorrow I head to Las Vegas for a couple of days to attend a conference. I have mixed feelings for the place. On the one hand, there are great restaurants, free drinks, gigantic swimming pools and gambling, on the other hand, there is ..well..gambling, strippers, general white trash and the Stratosphere. I have decided that this trip I am going to make a point to take advantage of all the great things Vegas has to offer. Number one: I am staying at The Wynn. With the exception of The Four Seasons, The Wynn is the best hotel in Vegas. Unfortunately The Wynn would never make it to my top ten simply because of it’s over the top Vegas decor (classy by Vegas standards but Vegas none the less) but if you have to go, it is definitely the best. Here are some pics so you can see what I mean:

I have to run off now so I can pack. More about my trip when I return. Sorry for being such a Vegas hater in this post.

“Inn” Vogue

Posted in Hotels with tags , , , , , , on August 3, 2008 by travelwizard

After my career in the music business washes down the toilet along with all the records people aren’t buying, I plan on moving on to my next career, tentatively titled: Inn Proprietor.  I am pretty obsessed with the concept of the Inn. To run one of my own some day would be a dream come true. I have some time though before this can happen so until then, I have to settle for traveling to other people’s inns.

The qualities I look for in a Inn include comfort, privacy, style and a good price point. It’s easy to get these things if you are willing to pay top dollar but when you don’t want to spend the huge bucks, it is nice to know there are places out there that embody the above mentioned qualities. Here are some of my favorites around the country:

Bass Cottage Inn - Bar Harbor, Maine

I stayed here for a week last Fall when I attended a course on Inn-keeping ( I wasn’t joking about wanted to run an Inn) and I was really charmed by this place. The proprietors were a couple from Boston who had come up to Bar Harbor to restore a beautiful Cape Cod style House right near the bay. Each room is beautiful and unique and the common areas are luxuriously appointed. Early Fall is a perfect time to be here as the leaves are normally just turning and the foliage is gorgeous.

The Rusty Parrot - Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Jackson Hole is a great place to visit at any time of year. In the Summer, you are a hop, skip and a jump from Yellowstone National Park and in the Winter, you are surrounded by world class skiing. I passed through Jackson Hole for a couple of days during a cross-country road trip a few years back and it was then that I discovered The Rusty Parrot. After driving for three straight days, 10 hours a day, I joyously welcomed this oasis of comfort at the base of the Grand Tetons. Each room boasts a bed so comfy, I debated the necessity of leaving it at all for those two days. The snowy setting only accented the Inn’s cozy quarters and each morning we were greeted by a wonderful breakfast spread in the Inn’s dining room.

The Milliken Creek Inn - Napa Valley, California

My boyfriend and I stayed at Milliken Creek last March on a weekend whim and it is definitely a very romantic place. Located on the Napa River, this Inn boasts rooms that  are incredibly soothing and intimate. Every night, the hotel provides a turn-down service complete with lighted candles and a lit fireplace. Being that you are in Napa Valley, it in no surprise that the Inn also offers it’s guests complimentary wine every night at sunset. In case you didn’t already feel adequately doted upon, included in the cost of the room is a delicious breakfast which can be served to you at any place throughout the Inn or on it’s immaculate grounds.

L’Auberge De Sedona

If you have never been to Sedona, you must do so immediately. With it’s stunning natural beauty and widespread sentiment of ” good vibes” amongst the natives, it is a destination I highly recommend. Tucked away amongst the gorgeous red canyon rocks you Will find L’Auberge De Sedona. It is a perfect place to chill out and enjoy the lovely surroundings.  Stop in on your next trip to visit the Grand Canyon.

Wentsworth Inn - Charleston, SC

I have yet to go here, but it just looks so inviting, I have to mention it. Ensconced in a historical mansion dating back to 1857, this Inn succeeds in preserving it’s historical pedigree while at the same time incorporating modern comforts. It’s a winning combination and one that I am looking forward to experiencing. 

Bonus tips:

Looking for an Inn but don’t know where to start? Try these sites, they are guaranteed to give you countless travel ideas:

Small Leading Hotels Of The World

Relais and Chateaux

Great Small Hotels 

B and B Online