Europa Hotel in Belfast

4 star

special Agent says: The Europa Hotel in Belfast could have movies written about it.

It has played host to celebrities, politicans and oh it has the glamour.

Not to mention it IS also in the heart of Belfast - one of the cities that is so 'in' at the moment... Paris? Pur-leeese - fill up on beautiful architecture by day and then get yourself over to the Golden Mile (just a minute from the hotel)for the nightlife. A glamourous hotel in a hip city - check out the HotelConnect review for more info.

our opinion: The Europa Hotel is Belfast's most famous hotel, and the choice of the ex-President Clinton during his visit. It has a superb location right in the heart of the city on the Golden Mile, next to the Grand Opera House. Rooms are comfortable and of a good standard although some single rooms are on the small side.

Guests can choose between fine dining in the Piano restaurant or a more informal and contemporary atmosphere in the Europa Hotel Belfast Brasserie. You can relax in the Piano lounge or unwind in the Lobby Bar.

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Jolly Hotel Madison Towers

4 star

special Agent says: The Jolly Hotel Madison Towers New York is so well placed in New York city that it would be a crime worth pulling you in for if you didn't check out most of NYC's attractions. Then again, it's also in the perfect position for shopping, shopping and more shopping. Apart from getting out of the hotel, this is one place to stay where you wont mind staying in - check out HotelConnect's review below. Lovely, hotel rooms with fab furniture and the architecture makes you feel like you're staying somewhere special.

our opinion: The Jolly Hotel Madison Towers New York is a charming Italian style boutique hotel in a great location close to many of New York's attractions (38th Ave at Madison Ave). The hotel successfully mixes classic European style with the charms of 1920's American architecture. Standard rooms are elegantly furnished with many items imported from Italy, including handcrafted furnishings in a beautiful cherry wood.

Bathrooms are all spacious, decorated in warm colours with Italian travertine marble. All rooms have been recently refurbished. After a long day of site seeing you may feel the need for relaxing in their popular Asian spa or relaxing in the hotel's Whaler Bar where Jazz nights are often organized.

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Fox Hotel in Copenhagen

3 star superior

Special Agent says:

Ooooh it's just so hip it hurts at the Fox Hotel in Copenhagen.

But hurts in a good way.

It's funky it's artistic, it's the kind of place that even before you've arrived you want to email this hotel's details to your mates and say... GUESS WHERE I'M STAYING!!!. It's even got an achingly great cocktail bar. I don't think I need to say anymore - read HotelConnect's review below, and just drool over the pictures.

HotelConnect's opinion:

Where to begin with the Fox Hotel in Copenhagen?

61 blank canvas's teamed with 21 artists from around the world have created something truly original and in some cases downright extraordinary.

Fun, funky, young and most certainly not for the faint- hearted this hotel is not to everyone's taste but if you're looking for something different, then this is most certainly for you.

The hotels lively Tiki bar provides a create list of cocktails to suit all tastes. Although the hotel has no official rating we believe that with the services offered it deserves to be a 3 star superior.

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Stormont Hotel Belfast

4 star

Special Agent says:

The Stormont Hotel in Belfast is located outside of the city centre in a quieter area, opposite the Parliament buildings.

With just a quick taxi ride into the centre, I like staying here as you get the best of both worlds - lots of fun and shopping in Belfast itself, but also the opportunity to feel like you're getting away from it all.

Last time I was here I did a great walk around the Parliament buildings - there's a great view from the top of the steps. I also stayed in one night and dined at the Shiraz restaurant.... mmmm fine dining and just a few moments roll from my room. Perfect!

HotelConnect's opinion:

The Stormont Hotel in Belfast is a modern hotel located across the road from Northern Ireland's famous Parliament buildings, in a quiet residential area approximately 3km from Belfast City Airport and 6.5km from Belfast City Centre.

The hotel has a large, bright welcoming lobby with a comfortable seating area. Bedrooms are modern in design and offer a good level of comfort.

Home to the fashionable La Scala Bistro and the more formal Shiraz restaurant. Hotel guests get complimentary use David Lloyd leisure club approx. 5min drive from the hotel.

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