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Best Video of 2011: The Designated Room Number Rememberers at Andaz Wall Street

Go To The Hotel's Web Site Where: 75 Wall Street [map], New York, NY, United States, 10005
December 30, 2011 at 2:00 PM | by | Comments (0)

It's what you've been waiting all year for--The 2011 HotelChatter Awards! We'll be bringing you the best and worst of the year all day today and part of tomorrow. Agree or disagree with our picks? Air your thoughts in the comments below.

This year, we tried something a little different with our video tours, opting for more face time with hotel concierges and other staff members—in addition to the usual room inspections, bathroom tours, and otherwise. And we guess you could say we had some fun along the way...

Possibly the most entertaining of the interviews was with Assistant Front of House Manager at Andaz Wall Street, Michael Stevens. Michael opened up to us about a "lively" wedding group that had passed through earlier that weekend, and who took up 50 rooms, then got so drunk they all forgot their room numbers! But as nightmarish as it sounds, Michael's team apparently handled the situation with tact and aplomb—and lived to tell about it the following day.

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Marriott Knows The Way To Your Heart...Is Through Your Stomach

Go To The Hotel's Web Site Where: 525 Lexington Ave [map], New York, NY, United States, 10017
September 28, 2011 at 9:15 AM | by | Comments (0)

Valentine's Day is still five months away, but Marriott is clearly in the mood for love. Yesterday, the company announced two new promotions—"More Love In The World" and "Cake From Buddy"—that not only let couples indulge in a little suite-snuggling, but also ply them with cake! Buddy "Cake Boss" Valastro will welcome guest couples to his New Jersey facilities to discuss their dream wedding cake; and then, he'll bake it for them.

Can't make it to Jersey? That's OK, Valastro is open to video conferencing too. The point is, Marriott seems to be really enjoying playing Cupid.

In order to choose from the 24 custom cake designs, all you have to do is book your wedding or another "qualifying event" at a Marriott in the tri-state area between now and February 29. What qualifies as an event on par with a wedding? Well, hopefully, dessert.

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Forgot Your Room Number? Andaz Wall Street Will Help You

Go To The Hotel's Web Site Where: 75 Wall Street [map], New York, NY, United States, 10005
September 16, 2011 at 9:40 AM | by | Comments (3)

Andaz Wall Street concierge, Michael Stevens.

Have you ever flirted with a hotel concierge? In our newest series, Concierge Interviews, HotelChatter goes behind the Front Desk and gets chummy with the men—and women—whose job it is to never say no. Filmed inside various lobbies, courtyards, and bar lounges, each video will offer a glimpse into the world of hotels from the people who know them best. Got a burning question you'd like us to ask? Or have someone in mind for us to interview? Email us your requests!

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Gene Simmons is Getting Married at the Same Place He Held a Global Web Chat

Go To The Hotel's Web Site Where: 9641 SUNSET BLVD [map], BEVERLY HILLS, CA, United States, 90210
September 6, 2011 at 3:05 PM | by | Comments (0)

If this is the summer's second biggest celebrity wedding, then it's at least the first to take place at a well-known hotel. On October 1, The Beverly Hills Hotel will host the wedding of KISS front Gene Simmons and his girlfriend of 28 years, Shannon Tweed.

Evidently, Simmons has been itching to host another event at the hotel, and decided to step things up since the last time he was there. Apparently, weddings are more involved than global web chats. Like, for example, they require fancy letter invitations—and Gene Simmons' wedding invitations (scripted by his children) don't disappoint. Click below to read what they say!

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Crowne Plaza Wishes You Long Love And Good Fortune

Go To The Hotel's Web Site Where: 1605 Broadway At 49th St [map], New York, NY, United States, 10019
August 25, 2011 at 10:41 AM | by | Comments (0)

If you've always dreamed of marrying your special someone inside a Crowne Plaza, then this is without a doubt the promotion for you.

The pink-loving hotel chain is planning to wed eleven lucky couples at the Times Square property at 11am EST on November 11, 2011.

And just in case you didn't know: the address of Crowne Plaza Times Square 1605 Broadway. That's 1-6-0-5. As in, 16 minus 5 is—oh my gosh!—ELEVEN! This auspicious mini-mass-wedding will almost certainly open a powerful energy vortex into other Crowne Plaza dimensions, where no mortal has ever ventured. Needless to say, our RSVP is already in the mail.

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Is This Where Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries Spent Their Wedding Night?

Go To The Hotel's Web Site Where: 1260 Channel Drive [map], Montecito, CA, United States, 93108
August 22, 2011 at 9:57 AM | by | Comments (0)

When we told you last week that Kim Kardashian's big-ass wedding had the Four Seasons Biltmore all booked up, we had no idea that the newly married couple would be spending their first night as husband and wife there as well. Yet E! Online released photos sly photographers caught the couple exiting the hotel on Sunday morning.

Now in looking at the guest rooms and suites available at the hotel, we can safely assume that the couple, who now wear million dollar wedding bands, was not shacked up in a regular old guest room. But with eight one-bedroom suites and one Ty Warner cottage (also a one-bedroom) to choose from, we wonder which one was good enough for Kim and Kris. Um ok, that's an easy one.

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Kim Kardashian's Big Ass Wedding Has The Four Seasons Biltmore All Booked Up

August 16, 2011 at 10:27 AM | by | Comments (0)

Kim Kardashian is all set to marry NBA star Kris Humphries in a super spectacular wedding in Montecito, Calif. (just outside of Santa Barbara) that will probably put all celeb weddings to shame (to the tune of $20 million!)

And but of course, no celeb wedding is complete without a hotel stay. As it turns out, The Kardashians will be keeping up with all their guests by putting them up at the Four Seasons Biltmore while the family itself is spending the weekend at the nearby San Ysidro Ranch where private cottages go for $5,500 a night, according to Star Magazine.

While it's not quite clear where exactly the nuptials are happening--it's looking like San Ysidro Ranch might be the place--both hotels are completely booked up for the weekend.

Hmmm. Looks like Santa Barbara may have gone all out for the wrong royal couple this summer. Still, if you're interested in staying at the hotel favored by other reality stars, The Four Seasons has rooms next week starting at $595 a night.

[Photo: Kim Kardashian]

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5 Hotels That Are Celebrating Gay Marriage

July 27, 2011 at 9:35 AM | by | Comments (2)

Gay couples across the state of New York married for the first time on Monday—an event so huge, Niagra Falls suddenly 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:

For a tropical escape—How 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 chef's welcome platter, free wifi and a personal garden.

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Another Use For The Bridal Suite At The Roxbury

Go To The Hotel's Web Site Where: 2258 County Highway 41 [map], Roxbury, NY, United States, 12474
July 12, 2011 at 9:30 AM | by | Comments (0)

Last time we heard from upstate New York's The Roxbury, they had recently unveiled "Amadeus' Bride," a dazzling, family-size bridal suite decorated in gold leaf and outfitted with a 200lb Austrian crystal chandelier. These people know how to put on a show.

So it didn't come as a surprise when they emailed us about their new Gay Elopement Package (The Roxbury is owned by a gay couple), an offshoot of the general Elopement Package which debuted this winter. It turns out co-owner Gregory Henderson is himself a wedding officiant, so this is a great option if you're actually ready to tie the knot. The full package includes a wedding officiant, complimentary bottle of champagne, two passes to the Shimmer Spa. Oh, and a custom monogrammed photo album wedding gift—interested now?

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And The First NYC Hotel On Board With Gay Marriage Is...

Go To The Hotel's Web Site Where: 201 Park Avenue South [map], New York, NY, United States, 10003
June 28, 2011 at 4:36 PM | by | Comments (0)

Now that same-sex marriages are a reality in New York, local business owners are ready to start cashing in on the fun. Including Mayor Bloomberg himself. According to this New York Daily News piece, hotels, restaurants, and major tourism destinations will all benefit from gay couples who choose to make NYC their "little white chapel".

Ready to start planning? Here's one hotel that is eager to help you tie the knot. The fairy godmothers at W New York Hotels (these include W New York Downtown, W Union Square, W New York, and W Times Square) know all about making people look good—so in addition to frilly accommodations, they also want you to wed in style (think pressed suits, shoe shines, and dress steaming). And did we mention the possibility of a free honeymoon in Vieques, Puerto Rico?

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Beach Brides Battle for a Free Wedding at the Sheraton Fort Lauderdale

April 18, 2011 at 3:02 PM | by | Comments (0)

Calling all bridezillas: Go head to head with each other in the Battle of the Beach Brides from Sheraton Fort Lauderdale Beach Hotel and the Westin Beach Resort & Spa, Fort Lauderdale. The first 50 brides to sign up will claw their way through the May 15 high-stakes competition to win a 75-person beach wedding at the Sheraton Fort Lauderdale.

You'll get the full wedding shebang, including the event space as well as a food and beverage package—with butler-passed hors d'oeuvres and cocktail station, a four-course sit-down dinner, wedding cake and five hours of premium open bar. It's worth it just for the open bar.

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Hot Honeymoon Hotels 2011: Steals and Splurges for Brides-to-Be

February 16, 2011 at 10:30 AM | by | Comments (0)

We’re back at it again this year, dishing on the latest and greatest in honeymoon-worthy hotels. From dirt cheap digs in ridiculously stunning places to once-in-a-lifetime luxe splurges, we’ve searched high and low (and across oceans and continents, oh my!) for the 10 most romantic destinations on the planet.

We know that your honeymoon is the most special trip of a lifetime, so here are five splurge and five steal options to help start your life together.

Check out our Steals and Splurges for Brides-to-Be here:

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