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Venice hotel close to Rialto Bridge
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Near St Mark’s Square
This three-floor residence is situated in the city centre of Venice, 200 metres from St Mark’s Square and 300 metres from Rialto Bridge.

Hotel bar
Guests can tuck into the breakfast buffet, choose from a selection of drinks in the bar, and ask the concierge to make restaurant reservations.

Minibars in rooms
Hotel Al Codega’s guestrooms are decorated in a traditional style with antique furnishings and wooden floors; all include cable TV, minibars and telephones.

Hotel Amenities
General
Hotel Al Codega’s bar offers a wide selection of drinks in a relaxed atmosphere with low-level lighting. Guests can unwind over complimentary newspapers or watch television in the lobby. The concierge can advise on local sightseeing and guests can ...
... book tickets to shows and attractions using complimentary wireless Internet access. Hotel Al Codega also offers a 24-hour front desk and room service.

Dining
Guests of Hotel Al Codega enjoy a complimentary buffet breakfast each morning.
The hotel does not have its own restaurant, but there are several dining options within the surrounding area.

Nearby restaurants:
Antico Dolo
Al Giardinetto

Accessibility
To make requests for specific accessibility needs, complete the “Special or Accessibility Requests” section of “Trip Preferences” when you book your hotel.

Accessible path of travel
Roll-in shower
Policies & Fees

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Special check-in instructions:
A tax is imposed by the city and will be collected at the property (check Mandatory Fees and Taxes section for fee details). This tax does not apply to residents of Venice City and children under 10 years of age. Further exemptions may apply, subject to submission of proper documents to the property, to patients, their companions and people staying in the city for specific purposes/duties. 30% reduction applies for 2012: from 1 to 31 December; for 2013: from 1 to 31 January and from 1 to 31 December.

Check-out
Check-out time is noon

Payment Types
Accepted at this hotel: MasterCard, Visa

Pets
Pets allowed

Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.

Fees
Unless otherwise indicated, the charges below are not included in the overall room price. If not included in the overall room price, they will be charged by the property at check-in or check-out. Charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the room you book. This property told us they will charge you for the following:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4 per person, per night for adults; EUR 2 per night for guests aged 10-15 years old. This tax does not apply to children under 10 years of age. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. However, charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the room you book.

Hotel ICON
4.5-star luxury hotel in Kowloon (Yau Tsim Mong) near Hong Kong Coliseum
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By the sea
This luxury hotel is located in the heart of Kowloon, walking distance from Hong Kong Museum of History and Hong Kong Coliseum. Also nearby are Nathan Road and K11 Shopping Mall.

Spa and fitness
In addition to 2 restaurants, Hotel ICON features an outdoor pool. Other amenities include a full-service spa and a conference center.

LCD TVs, soaking tubs
LCD televisions include cable channels. Guestrooms also feature deep soaking bathtubs, refrigerators, and complimentary wireless Internet access.

Hotel Amenities
General
In addition to a full-service spa, Hotel ICON features an outdoor pool and a health club. Dining is available at one of the hotel’s 2 restaurants and guests can grab coffee at the coffee shop/café. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. High-speed wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary.
This 4.5-star property offers access to a business center, secretarial services, and limo/town car service. Event facilities measuring 6135 square feet (570 square meters) include a conference center, conference/meeting rooms, and a meeting/conference room. This luxury hotel also offers a sauna, a steam room, and spa services. An area shuttle and a shopping center shuttle are complimentary for guests. Limited onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis (surcharge). Parking is also available nearby (surcharge).

Internet
Available in all rooms: Free Wi-Fi, Free wired high-speed Internet
Available in some public areas: Free Wi-Fi, Free wired high-speed Internet

Parking
Parking (surcharge), Parking limited (surcharge), Parking nearby, Parking nearby (surcharge)

Dining
The Market – This buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children’s menu is available. Afternoon tea is offered. Reservations are required.
Above n Beyond – Overlooking the ocean and city, this fine-dining restaurant serves lunch and dinner.
24-hour room service is available.

Recreation
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a health club, a sauna, and a steam room.
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, health club, fitness facility, or spa tub without adult supervision.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Running track/path nearby
Basketball nearby
Playground nearby
Swimming on site
Spa

Angsana Spa has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, and Ayurvedic treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a spa tub.
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa.
Minimum age to access spa is 12
Number of treatment rooms 4
Couples treatment rooms
Manicures and pedicures
Body wraps
Body scrubs
Aromatherapy treatments
Hydrotherapy treatments
Ayurvedic treatments
Nutrition consultation in spa
Facial treatments
Sauna in spa
Spa tub in spa
Massages
Body treatments

Accessibility
To make requests for specific accessibility needs, complete the “Special or Accessibility Requests” section of “Trip Preferences” when you book your hotel.
Accessible bathroom
Accessible path of travel
In-room accessibility
Policies & Fees

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age is 18

Payment Types
Accepted at this hotel: JCB International, MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Diners Club

Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.

Fees
The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Buffet breakfast fee: HKD 220 per person (approximately)
Airport shuttle fee: HKD 130 per person (one way)
Rollaway bed fee: HKD 1000 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Additional Details
This property’s policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties. This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. There are no room charges for children 11 years old and younger who occupy the same room as their parents or guardians, using existing bedding. All guests staying in hotel guestrooms must be registered with the hotel. No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.

Hotel Gabriel Paris Marais
Hotel in Paris (Marais) near Picasso Museum

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In historical district
This hotel is located in Paris (Marais), close to Place de la Republique, Picasso Museum, and Notre Dame Cathedral. Also nearby are Louvre Museum and Place des Vosges.

Hotel bar/lounge
Hotel Gabriel Paris Marais provides a bar/lounge, complimentary wireless Internet access, a porter/bellhop, and multilingual staff.

LCD TVs, iPod docks
LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Guestrooms also feature iPod docking stations, complimentary wireless Internet access, and premium bedding.

Hotel Amenities
General
Hotel Gabriel Paris Marais features tour/ticket assistance, multilingual staff, and concierge services. High-speed wireless Internet access is complimentary. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. This Paris hotel also offers complimentary newspapers in the lobby, express check-in, and express check-out.

Hotel Gabriel Paris Marais is a smoke-free property.

Internet
Available in all rooms: Free Wi-Fi
Available in some public areas: Free Wi-Fi

Parking
Parking nearby

Dining
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge.

Recreation
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Aerobics nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby

Accessibility
To make requests for specific accessibility needs, complete the “Special or Accessibility Requests” section of “Trip Preferences” when you book your hotel.
Accessible path of travel
Accessible bathroom
Roll-in shower
In-room accessibility
Policies & Fees

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Payment Types
Accepted at this hotel: American Express, MasterCard, Visa

Pets
Pets not allowed

Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.

Fees
The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Buffet breakfast fee: EUR 17 per person (approximately)
Late check-out fee: EUR 180
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Additional Details
A resort fee is included in the total price displayed.

National Rating
Details
This hotel has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

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