TWO UK HOTELS AMONG
TRIPADVISOR’S 2012 HOT NEW HOTELS IN EUROPE LIST
The Hotels Have
Received High Marks from Travellers for Service and Amenities
With
2012 almost at a close, we at TripAdvisor look back at some of the hottest hotel
openings in Europe throughout the year.
These
hotels have all received rave reviews since opening their doors to travellers
this year and we’re pleased to reveal that the UK features twice with two
London hotels appearing in the list.
“While
these hotels have only been open for a year, they have already made a lasting
impression on many TripAdvisor travellers and it’s great to see the UK
represented with two London hotels among some of the hottest in Europe,” said
TripAdvisor spokesperson, Emma Shaw.
Located on the Amalfi Coast, this hotel was
originally built in the 17th Century as a monestary. Now a boutique
hotel of only 20 rooms, it sits on a cliff face overlooking the ocean and
boasts an infinity pool that is sculpted into the cliff at the lowest level of
Santa Rosa’s sloping cascade of gardens. As one TripAdvisor traveller
commented, “This is the best hotel we have ever stayed in, bar none.” Prices from £327 per night*
Located just off London’s Fleet Street,
this hotel is the first to be built in one of London’s Inns of Court, the Inner
Temple, in the heart of London’s legal district. The courtyard at Apex Temple
Court leads from the Inner Temple onto the famous Fleet Street, the historical
home of London’s newspaper industry. As one TripAdvisor traveller commented,
“This hotel is superb, lovely rooms, the staff were very attentive, nothing too
much trouble.” Prices from £131 per night*
This hotel is located in the El Born
district of Barcelona. It is ideally situated just a stone’s throw from the
Rambla, Barcelona’s most famous street, the Santa Maria del Mar cathedral and
Barcelona’s beach promenades. The hotel boasts a rooftop pool that offers views
of the cityscape. As one TripAdvisor traveller commented, “We found this a
perfect hotel with fantastic amenities.” Prices from £95 per night
Located in the borough of South Kensington,
this hotel is inspired by London’s famous museum district. The hotel’s interior
design runs along five themes: botany, music, geometry, ornithology and
astronomy. As one TripAdvisor traveller commented, “I had a delightful one
night stay at the impeccable newly opened Ampersand Hotel. I wish it had been
longer.” Prices from £150 per night*
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This hotel forms part of a restored castle
dating back to the 10th century and is located in the centre of a
historic 4,200 acre estate. Being a hotel made up entirely of suites, all
accommodation is very spacious. Amenities at the hotel include a welcome bottle
of estate grown and produced wine and complimentary minibar. As one TripAdvisor
traveller commented, “Beyond expectations, this is perfection at its best!” Prices from £227 per night*
The Ritz-Carlton, Vienna is a historic
building composed of four former Palais from the 19th century. The 202-room
hotel is located on Schubertring, a part of the city’s Vienna Ringstrasse and
is within walking distance of the city’s main landmarks. As one TripAdvisor
traveller commented, “Our room was immaculate, spacious and the bed was very
comfortable.” Prices from £260 per night*
This hotel is nestled along the rugged
coastline of northwest Majorca, and offers stunning views from every room. More
than half of the 120 rooms and suites offer sea views, while the remaining look
out over the quaint fishing village of Port Sóller and the sprawling Serra de
Tramuntana mountain range. As one TripAdvisor traveller commented, “The
location, rooms, food and service cannot be faulted.” Prices from £154 per night*
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The ARCOTEL Onyx Hamburg is a contemporary
hotel located directly on the Reeperbahn, at Millerntor, in Hamburg’s trendy
neighbourhood of St. Pauli. Situated in the heart of the city, the hotel is
ideal for trips to the harbour and the historical Speicherstadt warehouse
district. “I loved this hotel. I travel a significant amount all over the world
for work and this has to be one of my favourite stays so far.” Prices from £72 per night*
Located in the Opéra area of Paris, in an
elegant 1870s Haussmann era building, the latest W hotel is situated between Paris'
most famous department stores, Galeries Lafayette and Le Printemps with the
exclusive boutiques of the Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré nearby. As one
TripAdvisor traveller commented, “The service was phenomenal. Staff were very
courteous and helpful. We loved every moment at the hotel.” Prices from £200 per night*
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Located in the Etiler neighbourhood of Istanbul, this hotel is within walking
distance to restaurants and major shopping areas. The hotel’s bar, located on
the 34th floor offers panoramic views of the cityscape. “I travel at
least twıce a year to Istanbul and I have finally found the perfect hotel.” Prices from £104 per night*
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*Pricing information as shown on TripAdvisor on 28th
November 2012
