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New York: Nothing Says 'I Love You' Like a Kimpton Bathrobe

ASchechter — 2012-01-23T09:15:02-05:00

<![CDATA[Unlike other industries, where it's just about guzzling free candy and wearing too many red cardigans, <a href="http://www.hotelchatter.com/tag/Valentine%27s%20Day%20Hotels">Valentine's Day</a> is a special time of year for hotels. The January slump is suddenly reversed by couples seeking out romantic getaways, anonymous hook-ups, and indulgent spa treatments. Not to mention special food that puts you in that special mood. Here are our three picks for Valentine's Day hotels in NYC. <img src="http://www.hotelchatter.com/files/61268/KimptonLeopardRobe.jpg" class="top">Remember when we found out <a href="http://www.hotelchatter.com/tag/kimpton%20hotels">Kimpton Hotels</a> devoted an <a href="http://www.hotelchatter.com/story/2011/10/6/13119/2999/hotels/Who_Knew_This_Month_is_Rock_the_Robe_Month_at_Kimpton_Hotels">entire month</a> to flaunt their funky leopard-, giraffe-, and zebra-print bathrobes? And remember how, unless you were a guest, it was kinda hard to get one? Well, that part is still the same. But they're making it more worth

5 Hotels That Are Celebrating Gay Marriage

ASchechter — 2011-07-27T09:35:01-05:00

<![CDATA[Gay couples across the state of New York married for the first time on Mondayan event so huge, Niagra Falls <a href="http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/blogpost/post/first-gay-marriage-in-new-york-under-rainbow-colored-niagara-falls/2011/07/25/gIQACY2UYI_blog.html">suddenly</a> became rainbow-colored! Now that ceremonies can legally take place, hotel geeks around the state will be seeking out the best venues for their ceremonies, honeymoons, and receptions. Here are five of our top picks: <img src="http://www.hotelchatter.com/files/61268/costarica_monteazulhotel_005p.jpg" class="top">For a tropical escapeHow about some breakfast in bed? It's all included in the "Love And Equality" package at Costa Rica's 125-acre Monte Azul Boutique Hotel. All couples, gay or straight, who were married after January 1, 2011, are entitled to four nights for the price of three ($570 plus tax) in one of the hotel's signature casitas. Rooms come with a

Concierges at 10 InterContinental Hotels Will Be Among First to Use the iPad 2

JetSetCD — 2011-03-11T08:40:37-05:00

<![CDATA[<img src="http://www.hotelchatter.com/files/6193/iPad2b.jpg" class="top"> It's iPad 2 day, in case you haven't figured this out already by passing mammoth lines at Apple stores on your way to work. Today is the day that the iPad 2 is available to purchase in store or order for home delivery online, and one of the first biters is a big one. <a href="http://www.hotelchatter.com/tag/intercontinental%20hotels">InterContinental Hotels</a> has bought up enough iPad 2s to outfit the concierges with them at 10 of their hotels, as soon as those babies arrive in the mail. InterContinental is the first global brand to embrace the iPad 2, and the lucky concierges are at: <a href="">InterContinental New York Barclay</a>, <a href="">InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta</a>, <a href="">InterContinental London Park Lane</a>, <a href="">InterContinental Hong

New York: The InterContinental Barclay Serves Up Shocktails But Kids & Pets Get Treats, Too

MsRebecca — 2010-10-29T16:30:10-05:00

Just tell the kids it's poison!

We tend to think of a hotel like the InterContinental New York Barclay as all business. But the folks at the Barclay Bar & Grill are getting into the Halloween spirit with their, um, spirits.

Bartender and mixologist Jose Torrella has designed two "Tarantulizing libations" (their words!) called the ICU and the Bloody City. They're $12 each and if you check in at the hotel with Foursquare Monday through Friday, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. you can buy one Shocktail, get one free.

Where to Find Hotels With iPads

juliana — 2010-05-05T16:37:58-05:00

<![CDATA[<img src="http://www.hotelchatter.com/files/1425/Indigo_iPad.JPG" class="top"> One million people may have splurged on an Apple iPad but if you're not keen on shelling out $500+ for the hottest new gadget, you can get your fix at these hotels.* We'll be keeping tabs on hotels that offer iPads either for guest use in-room or in the public spaces or even via the concierge. Know of a hotel that is using an iPad? <a href="http://www.hotelchatter.com/story/2010/5/5/9132/16729/hotels/Where_to_Find_Hotels_With_iPads#comment-block">Let us know in comments below</a> and we'll add it to the list.· <a href="http://www.hotelchatter.com/story/2010/5/5/4914/31326/hotels/Get_Some_Service_with_the_Hilton_San_Diego_Bayfront_s_iPad_">1. Hilton San Diego Bayfront</a>: A table-mounted iPad in the hotel's Odysea Lounge that allows you to order food, see photos of the bar's most popular drinks, request a waiter and, of course, surf the Web. ·