Residence Inn by Marriott New York JFK Airport, Jamaica NY, USA
This hotel is one of the better airport hotels we’ve found in the US. There is a free shuttle to and from the airport, the rooms are modern and breakfast, although not great, is complimentary.
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The Revolution Hotel, Boston Massachusetts
Boston is beautiful but like New York City, it is expensive. I searched for somewhere to stay in a reasonably good location that reviewed well and wasn’t too expensive. And so The Revolution Hotel became our accommodation for the next two nights.
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The Hilton Garden Inn Times Square North New York
This was our third hotel in as many days and definitely the best of them. We enjoyed our stay at this new and well located hotel.
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Doubletree by Hilton New York Times Square South
In a convenient part of town we spent one night at this hotel. The location was great but we felt the hotel was overpriced and showing signs of its age.
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Martinique New York on Broadway – Curio collection by Hilton
At short notice my husband booked this hotel on our flight from LA to NYC. Steeped in history, this hotel is listed on the register of Historic Hotels of America.
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Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
We decided to spend a couple of nights in LA on our way to New York after having just flown in to LAX from Melbourne, Australia. The Hyatt Regency was very close by and was a new airport hotel so we decided to stay there.
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Mohonk Mountain House, New York
Mohonk Mountain House is the ideal place to celebrate any special occasion. We were fortunate enough to be given the opportunity of spending a night here thanks to an invitation to celebrate a couple of Birthdays.
The Westin New York Grand Central
The Westin New York Grand Central was where we chose to stay after our long haul flight from Australia. This modern hotel was well located and gave us the perfect opportunity to explore Grand Central Station properly. It was also a Trip Advisor 2017 Certificate of Excellence winner.
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Club Quarters Hotel, World Trade Center, NY
We needed somewhere to stay for the night before heading out of the city the following day and this place was well priced and well located. Whilst it seemed it was designed for longer stays in mind, it provided the perfect place for just the one night too. Continue reading
The Hilton Garden Inn, NYC
Situated on West 35th Street between Fifth and Sixth Avenues, this modern Midtown Manhattan hotel built in 2009 is in an ideal location. Close to the Empire State Building, Macy’s at Herald Square, Times Square, Madison Square Garden and Fifth Avenue shopping there is plenty to see and do in the area. And with just a short walk to Penn Station, it’s easy to get to places further away. Continue reading
lower section of the Lucerne, New York, USA
The Lucerne, built in 1904 is a grand old building situated on the upper west side of New York. Bell Boys are waiting by the large doors to open and close them at the ready. Recently renovated, it has an old world charm combined with the usual range of modern amenities such as complimentary WiFi, spa services and a fitness centre. Continue reading
Holiday Inn San Francisco Golden Gateway, SF, USA – photo credit Holiday Inn
Situated near eateries and public transport, this Holiday Inn provided heavenly views over San Francisco’s bay or city. Here kids twelve and under can stay and eat for free. With 26 floors, all 496 rooms are non-smoking. Pets are allowed to stay at this hotel. Continue reading
Four Points by Sheraton, (was Holiday Inn) San Diego, California, USA
At the time we stayed here it was a Holiday Inn hotel but in 2012 was taken over by Four Points by Sheraton. The hotel offers 360 degree views of San Diego Bay and Downtown. It is located close to the airport with complimentary shuttle buses. Continue reading
Embassy Suites by Hilton, Arcadia, California
The Embassy Suites in Arcadia are located in a quiet and attractive part of Los Angeles county, close to Monrovia and Pasadena. Santa Anita shopping mall is just up the road and the Botanic Gardens and Arboretum are both nearby.