Europe’s Southern Coast: Italy, France, Monaco & Spain - 2023

Parco Dei Principi Grand Hotel & Spa

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Emerge from the botanical splendor of Borghese Park and into the Moderate Deluxe Parco dei Principi Grand Hotel & Spa, a luxurious oasis in Rome’s Parioli district. Elegantly furnished with turn of the century Italian décor, the hotel features a 1960s-era façade, and views of neighboring Borghese Park. Travelers will love a guaranteed park view and this location provides a quiet, tranquil space to relax. Rooms offer air-conditioning, a balcony/terrace, maid service, minibar, telephone, safe, and satellite TV. The elegant Parco dei Principi also boasts a health club, spa with massage services, hot tub, and indoor and outdoor pools at an extra cost. Enjoy breakfast in the hotel, savor a refined evening at the Pauline Borghese Gourmet Restaurant, and unwind with a cocktail after a long day of sightseeing at La Pomme Bar. Families traveling with Vantage will enjoy easy walking distance to the Bioparco zoo.

Grand Hotel Central

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This upscale hotel is a 2-minute walk from the Jaume I metro station, a short walk from the medieval Gothic Quarter and the iconic Sagrada Família. The modern rooms provide minibars, free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs; some feature views of the Gothic Quarter. Upgraded rooms add Nespresso machines, while suites include separate tubs and walk-in showers, sitting areas and/or kitchenettes. Room service is available 24/7. There's a stylish Mediterranean bar/restaurant, as well as a seasonal rooftop bar by an infinity pool overlooking the city. Other amenities include a gym, a sauna and spa.

Meliá Madrid Princesa

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Located in the cultural and business heart of Madrid, the Meliá Madrid Princesa is a boutique hotel that’s been recently renovated to combine tradition with a surprising cutting edge "Level" Rooms, meaning high floors, with better views. Only 10 minutes from the Plaza de Espana, Plaza Mayor, Gran Vía and Puerto del Sol, the hotel’s guest rooms feature Wi-Fi, satellite TV channels, and air-conditioning, and the on-site Uno Restaurant serves delicious meals for its visitors.

Imperial Hotel Tramontano

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The breath-taking view from the First-Class Imperial Hotel Tramontano dominates the most beautiful part of the Gulf of Naples with the spectacular Vesuvio in the background.Throughout its long history, this distinguished property has had the great privilege of playing host to many literary luminaries, including Goethe, Byron, Scott, Shelley, Lamartine, Musset, Keats, Leopardi, and Ibsen.