Hotel Articles

Hole up in a Haunted Hotel
Self-proclaimed “America’s Most Haunted Hotel,” The Crescent Hotel & Spa just may live up to its title. The hotel has been featured on the Travel Channel, NBC’s Today Show, the Sci-fi Channel and more for its nightly paranormal activity. Today, the Crescent is the most well-known hotel in the Ozarks, a hot spot for weddings and events, and a relaxing spa getaway; but this historic hotel has a storied past and reminders crop up just about every night. Read more.

Unique U.S. Hotels
Sure the Holiday Inn and the Best Western are convenient, reasonable and you know what to expect. But if you’re game to try something really different on your next trip, try sleeping in one of these settings. Some of these hotels are a unique addition to a great location, and some of them are unique enough to be the destination. Read more.

Hotel Amenities are Everything
Tiny bottles of shampoo and a fully stocked min-bar no longer count in the world of hotel amenities. Today’s “must have” amenities vary by traveler and choice hotels are quick to cater to their market. Business travelers can now enjoy 24 hour business centers, dedicated conference rooms, fitness centers and the essential high-speed internet access. Planning to take the whole family on your next vacation? Be sure to find a hotel with child and pet sitting and mother/daughter manicures. Standing out in a sea of hotel options has become so imperative that many hotels have had to truly think outside the box when it comes to that little something extra. Read more.

When Getting Away is All About Where You Stay
While most of us may think of our hotel as the place we stash our stuff and crash at the end of the day, there is a whole new breed of hotels that are changing the way we think about our lodging. Since the 1800s there have been destination hotels – hotels travelers journeyed to for the sake of the hotel, not the surrounding interests. Often these hotels were built around lush private grounds, gourmet cuisine or natural attractions such as hot springs or volcanoes. Recently; however, destination hotels have taken on a whole new meaning. Private beach access, on site spas and boutiques, restaurants to suit every mood, championship golf courses and more make a traveler wonder why they should even leave the grounds. Read more.

Hotel Suites that Suit
Once upon a time travelers chose a hotel chain and stuck with it. Maybe you were more of a Hilton or a Radisson, while your neighbors frequented the Comfort Inn or the Best Western. Hotels have come a long way since the earlier days of leisure travel, and travelers are now faced with thousands of lodging options. So which works for you? Many travelers find a certain comfort in knowing what they’re getting when they travel – a Westin is a Westin is a Westin and the Holiday Inn holds little surprise whether you’re staying in Portland or Pittsburgh. Others want a true local experience and go out of their way to find the best mom n’ pop joint in town. Regardless of your hotel personality, there is something out there for everyone and researching the right accommodation has become easier than ever. Read more.