Press Release
SHELTON, CONN. – Whether you need somewhere to host an overflow of holiday guests, desire a quick break from the stressful hustle and bustle of the holiday season, or want somewhere to kick up your heels this New Year’s Eve, this year you’ll find that hotels across North America are offering holiday travel packages and special hotel rates sure to make the season bright for many a traveler.
The economy may be in recovery, but competition is still hot for hotels looking to entice holiday travelers this season, says Robert L. Pope, who tracks industry trends for hotel company New Castle Hotels & Resorts. “This holiday season, hotels will be going all-out to bring in business and this means travelers can find some fantastic deals in top-rate properties of award-winning brands from Marriotts and Sheratons to Hiltons and Hampton Inns,” Pope says.
Here is a sampling of some hot holiday offerings from hotels in the U.S. and Canada:
Spa and Shopping Deals
Property: Sheraton Long Island, Hauppauge, N.Y.
The Deal: The hotel is offering a shopping package, available through Dec. 30, at a rate of $109 per room, per night, with a voucher, coupon booklet and informational brochure for the nearby Tanger Outlets. A New Year’s Eve package includes deluxe accommodations, dinner for two in the hotel’s Fountain Grille restaurant, a bottle of Champagne and strawberries delivered to the room, Champagne truffles and full American breakfast for two in the restaurant on New Year’s Day for just $350.
Hotel features: Indoor heated pool and Jacuzzi, fitness center, room service until midnight on weekdays and until 1 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.
Location: 110 Vanderbilt Motor Parkway, Hauppauge, N.Y.
For reservations: Call (888) 627-7144 or go online to www.sheratonlongisland.com
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Property: Holiday Inn Albany
The Deal: Bag of Bargains package includes room, breakfast for two, a $25 value Colonie Center Shopping Mall Gift Certificate with complimentary shuttle service to the mall, a gift bag of discount coupons and area retail specials at check in starting at $119.
Hotel features: Indoor heated pool, 205 Wine and Martini Lounge and Jacuzzi.
Location: 205 Wolf Road, Albany, N.Y.
For reservations: Call (518) 458 -7250 or visit online at www.hialbanywolf.com
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Property: Hilton Woodcliff Lake, Woodcliff Lake, N.J.
The Deal: Holiday Stressbuster Package includes room, two half-hour Swedish massages at the hotel’s on-site spa, buffet breakfast for two in Saffron Restaurant, and 3 p.m. late checkout (based on availability). Rates start at $209.
Hotel features: The hotel’s Saffron Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Hilton is located just 30 minutes from New York City and all the attractions of Manhattan, and is walking distance to the Tice Corner Marketplace life-style center mall containing more than 20 upscale stores. On-site spa, indoor and seasonal outdoor pools, whirlpool and full-service health club with new Precor exercise equipment are available.
Location: 200 Tice Boulevard, Woodcliff Lake, N.J.
For reservations: Call (800) 258-9621 or visit www.woodcliff.hilton.com
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Property: Hampton Inn, Solon, Ohio
The Deal: A “Shop ‘n’ Drop” package for holiday shoppers includes one room (double occupancy), a $25 gift certificate to Aurora Farms Premium Outlets and complimentary breakfast on weekends only for $119. Also on weekends, a Dinner and Movie package includes one night’s stay, a $50 gift certificate to the nearby Longhorn Steak House and tow tickets to a movie for $149.
Hotel features: The smoke-free hotel services a complimentary hot breakfast buffet and offers an indoor swimming pool, 24-hour fitness center and business center. Nearby attractions include the outlets, Amish community, Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame, Great Lakes Science Center and the Playhouse Square Theatre District.
Location: 6035 Enterprise Parkway, Solon, Ohio
For reservations: Call (440) 542-0400 or go online to www/solonhamptoninn.com
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Property: Westin Nova Scotian, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
The Deal: Shopping and Spa Holiday Escape includes a $50 Halifax Shopping Centre gift card for each night you stay, 20 percent off all shopping from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Nov. 28, free mini pedicure or manicure at Jala Spa within the hotel, free parking. Rates start at $169 (Canadian) for Fridays through Sundays Nov. 13 to Dec. 27.
Hotel features: The Westin Nova Scotian is a AAA Four Diamond hotel located in downtown Halifax, and features 310 renovated guestrooms with Heavenly Beds, Elements Dining Room, Eve Lounge and Coffee Shop, an indoor pool, hot tub, Westin Workout, jala spa and abundant parking.
Location: 1181 Hollis Street, Halifax, NS, Canada
For reservations: Call (902) 496-8585 or go online to www.thewestinnovascotian.com
Packages for New Year’s revelry
Property: Residence Inn by Marriott, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
The Deal: New Year’s Eve package for $149 (Canadian) includes guest room, complimentary hot and cold finger foods and beverages from 6 to 9 p.m., free Champagne toast at midnight, and complimentary hot breakfast buffet on New Year’s Day.
Hotel features: The hotel offers a salt water pool and whirlpool. The Keg restaurant is on site.
Location: 600 Main Street, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
For reservations: Call direct (506) 854-7100 or (800) 331-3131, or go online to www.residenceinnmoncton.com
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Property: Hampton Inn & Suites, Halifax/Dartmouth, Nova Scotia Canada
The Deal: Slide into the New Year package. Ring in the New Year sliding down the hotel’s 150-foot waterslide. Package includes guest room, a large pizza, a 2 liter of soda, and traditional New Year’s party favors including hats and horns. Complimentary breakfast, free parking and Internet are also included.
Hotel features: The waterslide is the highlight of an indoor heated pool and waterpark that also features two whirlpools. The hotel also offers business and fitness centers, and is walking distance to nearby shops, restaurants and theaters.
Location: 65 Cromarty Drive, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada
For reservations: Call direct 902-406-7700, toll free at (877) 406-7701 or book online at
http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/hotels/index.jhtml?ctyhocn=YHZDTHX
Deals for family travel
Property: Hampton Inn & Suites, Victor, N.Y.
The Deal: Family Freeze package includes accommodations in a spacious one-bedroom suite with living room and kitchen, one large one-topping pizza delivered to the suite, a snack pack with soda and sweets for four and trinkets for the kids starting from $139 a night Thursday through Sunday nights Nov. 1 through April 30, 2010. Based on availability and blackout dates apply.
TGI Hampton! Dinner package includes overnight accommodations in a suite, $25 credit at TGI Friday’s adjacent to the hotel, wine tasting for two at the nearby Casa Larga Vineyards, and complimentary breakfast starting at $139 a night.
Hotel features: Newly renovated, the hotel features and indoor heated pool and whirlpool, Precor fitness center, free high speed Internet and free local phone calls. It is located adjacent to the Eastview Mall and TGI Friday’s restaurant.
Location: 7637 State Route 96, Victor, N.Y.
For reservations: Call (800) Hampton (800-426-7866), the hotel direct at (585) 924-4400 or go online at www.rochestersuites.hamptoninn.com
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Property: Hampton Inn, Rochester
The Deal: Family Fun Rate includes accommodations, extra large one-topping pizza, 1 litre of soda and a surprise welcome gift bag of goodies starting from $130. The package is available Nov. 26 through Feb. 28, 2010. A Dog Days of Rochester Package, starting at $129, allows you to bring your dog for free. Pet guests will receive a welcome “doggie bag” of goodies upon check in. The offer is available Nov. 26 through Dec. 31, 2010.
Hotel features: The hotel offers an indoor pool and spa, deluxe hot breakfast and is convenient to local shopping and nearby restaurants.
Location: 500 Center Place Drive, Rochester, N.Y.
For reservations: Log on to www.greecehamptoninn.com or call directly at (585) 663-6070.
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Property: Craftsman Inn and Conference Center, Fayetteville, N.Y.
The Deal: The hotel offers 10 percent off its regular room rates on weekends
in December, and on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. An $89 room rate is
available for guests attending a holiday function.
Hotel features: Stickley décor makes the interior of this hotel one-of-a-kind. The property offers a newly renovated fitness center and is adjacent to the Fayetteville Town Center, a Central New York shopping destination. The Limestone Grille serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and offers an award-winning wine program.
Location: 7300 East Genesee Street, Fayetteville, N.Y.
For reservations: Call (800) 797-4464 or (315) 637-9999, or on-line at
Craftsmaninn.com
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Property: Sheraton Tarrytown, Tarrytown, N.Y.
The Deal: Stay in one of Westchester County’s top hotels for just $89 a night, Thursday through Saturday nights, now through Jan. 18, 2010.
Hotel features: Rioja Restaurant and Wine Bar serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel also offers an indoor pool and fitness center.
Location: 600 White Plains Road, Tarrytown, N.Y.
For reservations: Call (914) 332-7900 or log on to www.sheratontarrytown.com
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Property: Racine Marriott, Racine, Wisc.
The Deal: Family Museum Package includes weekend overnight accommodations for two adults and up to three children, complimentary breakfast or award-winning brunch buffet in the hotel’s Bentley’s restaurant, and complimentary tickets to the Racine Art Museum for $89 per night, excluding tax.
Hotel features: The hotel boasts newly renovated guest rooms, the largest indoor pool in Racine and Kenosha, a 24-hour lobby marketplace, Bentley’s restaurant and Chats lounge.
Location: 7111 W. Washington Ave., Racine, Wisc.
For reservations: Call (262) 886-6100 or visit www.racinemarriott.com
Deals for holiday hosts running out of room at home
Property: Courtyard by Marriott, Burlington Taft Corner in Williston, Vt.
The Deal: Friends and Family Holiday Special for $89 a night. Are you running out of room for holiday guests? Put them up in the Courtyard between Nov. 20 and Jan. 3, 2010, and pay just $89 a night, plus you'll receive $2 off the hotel's extensive hot breakfast buffet. Children 12 and younger eat free. Every Saturday at 8 p.m. is complimentary movie night, featuring a family friendly film and free popcorn.
Hotel features: Indoor heated pool and whirlpool, fitness center with new Lifefitness equipment and personal TVs, free high-speed, wireless Internet throughout the hotel. Excellent shopping and dining is less than 1 mile away.
Location: 177 Hurricane Lane, Williston, Vt.
For reservations: Call (802) 879-0100 or log on to www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-deals/btvwl-courtyard-burlington-taft-corners/
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Property: Homewood Suites by Hilton, Cambridge-Arlington
The Deal: Homewood for the Holidays rate offers 15 percent off regular room rates Thursday through Saturday nights with a two-night minimum stay between Nov. 1 and Jan. 31, 2010. Booking automatically enrolls you in a chance to win one of five $1,000 Visa gift cards.
Hotel features: All queen studio or king one-bedroom suites feature a full kitchen, parlor areas with sofa that converts to a double bed, two LCD flat-screen TVs, a DVD player, desk with ergonomic chairs, marble and tile baths, and convenient location near Cambridge.
Location: 1 Massachusetts Ave., Arlington, Mass.
For reservations: Call (800) CALL HOME, (800) HILTONS or log on to www.homewoodholidays.com
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Property: Hilton Garden Inn, Shelton, Conn.
The Deal: Friends and Family holiday rate offers rooms starting at just $79 plus tax, based on availability, from Nov. 24 to 29 and Dec. 18 to Jan. 8, 2010.
Hotel features: This 142-room property features the Great American Grill restaurant, serving breakfast and dinner, a full service bar, in-room dinner service, 24-hour Pavilion pantry, heated indoor swimming pool and whirlpool, fitness center and free wireless Internet throughout the hotel.
Location: 25 Old Stratford Road, Shelton, Conn.
For reservations: Call (203) 447-1000 or log on to www.sheltonhilton.com
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Property: SpringHill Suites, Tarrytown, N.Y.
The Deal: Warm and Cozy package is geared for holiday hosts who are running out of room for their guests at just $79 per room between Nov. 22 and 29, and Dec. 18 and Jan. 5, 2010. The rate includes complimentary deluxe continental breakfast. A second offer, Buy Two Get One Free, offers one free night when you book two nights, including a Friday or Saturday night. Guests also receive an indulgence gift of bath salts, lotion and gel upon arrival. Offer is available until December 13, 2009.
Hotel features: Convenient to all the cultural and historic sites and attractions in the Historic Hudson Valley, including candelight tours, and famous homes like Washington Irving’s Sunnyside, Van Cortlandt Manor and Lyndhurst Castle.
Location: 480 White Plans Road, Tarrytown, N.Y.
For reservations: Call (800) 287-9400 or log on to www.tarrytownspringhill.com
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Property: Hilton Garden Inn, Norwalk, Conn.
The Deal: Home for the Holidays bed and breakfast rate, starting at $79, includes accommodations for up to four people and complimentary shuttle service to area restaurants.
Hotel features: The newly renovated hotel offers an indoor heated pool, whirlpool, 24-hour fitness center, lounge, room service, 32-inch plasma TVs and Garden Sleep System, and is convenient to the Maritime Aquarium, Stepping Stones Museum and SoNo Restaurants.
Location: 560 Main Ave., Norwalk, Conn.
For reservations: Toll free 1-877-STAY-HGI, direct at (203) 523-4000 or online at www.norwalkhilton.com
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Property: Homewood Suites by Hilton, Virginia Beach
The Deal: Homewood for the Holidays for $79 includes accommodations in a studio or one-bedroom suite Nov. 20 to 29 and Dec. 18 to Jan. 10, 2010.
Hotel features: A complimentary breakfast is served daily and complimentary dinner is served 5 to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday. The hotel offers an indoor salt water Pool and Jacuzzi, fitness center with Precor equipment, an outdoor courtyard with seven-hole putting green and barbecue grills for guest use.
Location: 5733 Cleveland Street, Virginia Beach, Va.
For reservations: (757) 552-0080, 800-CALLHOME or www.homewoodvabeach.com
New Castle Hotels & Resorts’ portfolio includes 32 hotels the company manages, owns or is developing in the United States and Canada. New Castle will celebrate its 30th anniversary in 2010. For more information on New Castle Hotels & Resorts, please contact Gerald P. Chase, president, chief operating officer, at (203) 925-8370, or visit the corporate website at www.newcastlehotels.com.
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The economy may be in recovery, but competition is still hot for hotels looking to entice holiday travelers this season, says Robert L. Pope, who tracks industry trends for hotel company New Castle Hotels & Resorts. “This holiday season, hotels will be going all-out to bring in business and this means travelers can find some fantastic deals in top-rate properties of award-winning brands from Marriotts and Sheratons to Hiltons and Hampton Inns,” Pope says.
Here is a sampling of some hot holiday offerings from hotels in the U.S. and Canada:
Spa and Shopping Deals
Property: Sheraton Long Island, Hauppauge, N.Y.
The Deal: The hotel is offering a shopping package, available through Dec. 30, at a rate of $109 per room, per night, with a voucher, coupon booklet and informational brochure for the nearby Tanger Outlets. A New Year’s Eve package includes deluxe accommodations, dinner for two in the hotel’s Fountain Grille restaurant, a bottle of Champagne and strawberries delivered to the room, Champagne truffles and full American breakfast for two in the restaurant on New Year’s Day for just $350.
Hotel features: Indoor heated pool and Jacuzzi, fitness center, room service until midnight on weekdays and until 1 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.
Location: 110 Vanderbilt Motor Parkway, Hauppauge, N.Y.
For reservations: Call (888) 627-7144 or go online to www.sheratonlongisland.com
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Property: Holiday Inn Albany
The Deal: Bag of Bargains package includes room, breakfast for two, a $25 value Colonie Center Shopping Mall Gift Certificate with complimentary shuttle service to the mall, a gift bag of discount coupons and area retail specials at check in starting at $119.
Hotel features: Indoor heated pool, 205 Wine and Martini Lounge and Jacuzzi.
Location: 205 Wolf Road, Albany, N.Y.
For reservations: Call (518) 458 -7250 or visit online at www.hialbanywolf.com
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Property: Hilton Woodcliff Lake, Woodcliff Lake, N.J.
The Deal: Holiday Stressbuster Package includes room, two half-hour Swedish massages at the hotel’s on-site spa, buffet breakfast for two in Saffron Restaurant, and 3 p.m. late checkout (based on availability). Rates start at $209.
Hotel features: The hotel’s Saffron Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Hilton is located just 30 minutes from New York City and all the attractions of Manhattan, and is walking distance to the Tice Corner Marketplace life-style center mall containing more than 20 upscale stores. On-site spa, indoor and seasonal outdoor pools, whirlpool and full-service health club with new Precor exercise equipment are available.
Location: 200 Tice Boulevard, Woodcliff Lake, N.J.
For reservations: Call (800) 258-9621 or visit www.woodcliff.hilton.com
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Property: Hampton Inn, Solon, Ohio
The Deal: A “Shop ‘n’ Drop” package for holiday shoppers includes one room (double occupancy), a $25 gift certificate to Aurora Farms Premium Outlets and complimentary breakfast on weekends only for $119. Also on weekends, a Dinner and Movie package includes one night’s stay, a $50 gift certificate to the nearby Longhorn Steak House and tow tickets to a movie for $149.
Hotel features: The smoke-free hotel services a complimentary hot breakfast buffet and offers an indoor swimming pool, 24-hour fitness center and business center. Nearby attractions include the outlets, Amish community, Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame, Great Lakes Science Center and the Playhouse Square Theatre District.
Location: 6035 Enterprise Parkway, Solon, Ohio
For reservations: Call (440) 542-0400 or go online to www/solonhamptoninn.com
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Property: Westin Nova Scotian, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
The Deal: Shopping and Spa Holiday Escape includes a $50 Halifax Shopping Centre gift card for each night you stay, 20 percent off all shopping from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Nov. 28, free mini pedicure or manicure at Jala Spa within the hotel, free parking. Rates start at $169 (Canadian) for Fridays through Sundays Nov. 13 to Dec. 27.
Hotel features: The Westin Nova Scotian is a AAA Four Diamond hotel located in downtown Halifax, and features 310 renovated guestrooms with Heavenly Beds, Elements Dining Room, Eve Lounge and Coffee Shop, an indoor pool, hot tub, Westin Workout, jala spa and abundant parking.
Location: 1181 Hollis Street, Halifax, NS, Canada
For reservations: Call (902) 496-8585 or go online to www.thewestinnovascotian.com
Packages for New Year’s revelry
Property: Residence Inn by Marriott, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
The Deal: New Year’s Eve package for $149 (Canadian) includes guest room, complimentary hot and cold finger foods and beverages from 6 to 9 p.m., free Champagne toast at midnight, and complimentary hot breakfast buffet on New Year’s Day.
Hotel features: The hotel offers a salt water pool and whirlpool. The Keg restaurant is on site.
Location: 600 Main Street, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
For reservations: Call direct (506) 854-7100 or (800) 331-3131, or go online to www.residenceinnmoncton.com
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Property: Hampton Inn & Suites, Halifax/Dartmouth, Nova Scotia Canada
The Deal: Slide into the New Year package. Ring in the New Year sliding down the hotel’s 150-foot waterslide. Package includes guest room, a large pizza, a 2 liter of soda, and traditional New Year’s party favors including hats and horns. Complimentary breakfast, free parking and Internet are also included.
Hotel features: The waterslide is the highlight of an indoor heated pool and waterpark that also features two whirlpools. The hotel also offers business and fitness centers, and is walking distance to nearby shops, restaurants and theaters.
Location: 65 Cromarty Drive, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada
For reservations: Call direct 902-406-7700, toll free at (877) 406-7701 or book online at
http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/hotels/index.jhtml?ctyhocn=YHZDTHX
Deals for family travel
Property: Hampton Inn & Suites, Victor, N.Y.
The Deal: Family Freeze package includes accommodations in a spacious one-bedroom suite with living room and kitchen, one large one-topping pizza delivered to the suite, a snack pack with soda and sweets for four and trinkets for the kids starting from $139 a night Thursday through Sunday nights Nov. 1 through April 30, 2010. Based on availability and blackout dates apply.
TGI Hampton! Dinner package includes overnight accommodations in a suite, $25 credit at TGI Friday’s adjacent to the hotel, wine tasting for two at the nearby Casa Larga Vineyards, and complimentary breakfast starting at $139 a night.
Hotel features: Newly renovated, the hotel features and indoor heated pool and whirlpool, Precor fitness center, free high speed Internet and free local phone calls. It is located adjacent to the Eastview Mall and TGI Friday’s restaurant.
Location: 7637 State Route 96, Victor, N.Y.
For reservations: Call (800) Hampton (800-426-7866), the hotel direct at (585) 924-4400 or go online at www.rochestersuites.hamptoninn.com
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Property: Hampton Inn, Rochester
The Deal: Family Fun Rate includes accommodations, extra large one-topping pizza, 1 litre of soda and a surprise welcome gift bag of goodies starting from $130. The package is available Nov. 26 through Feb. 28, 2010. A Dog Days of Rochester Package, starting at $129, allows you to bring your dog for free. Pet guests will receive a welcome “doggie bag” of goodies upon check in. The offer is available Nov. 26 through Dec. 31, 2010.
Hotel features: The hotel offers an indoor pool and spa, deluxe hot breakfast and is convenient to local shopping and nearby restaurants.
Location: 500 Center Place Drive, Rochester, N.Y.
For reservations: Log on to www.greecehamptoninn.com or call directly at (585) 663-6070.
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Property: Craftsman Inn and Conference Center, Fayetteville, N.Y.
The Deal: The hotel offers 10 percent off its regular room rates on weekends
in December, and on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. An $89 room rate is
available for guests attending a holiday function.
Hotel features: Stickley décor makes the interior of this hotel one-of-a-kind. The property offers a newly renovated fitness center and is adjacent to the Fayetteville Town Center, a Central New York shopping destination. The Limestone Grille serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and offers an award-winning wine program.
Location: 7300 East Genesee Street, Fayetteville, N.Y.
For reservations: Call (800) 797-4464 or (315) 637-9999, or on-line at
Craftsmaninn.com
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Property: Sheraton Tarrytown, Tarrytown, N.Y.
The Deal: Stay in one of Westchester County’s top hotels for just $89 a night, Thursday through Saturday nights, now through Jan. 18, 2010.
Hotel features: Rioja Restaurant and Wine Bar serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel also offers an indoor pool and fitness center.
Location: 600 White Plains Road, Tarrytown, N.Y.
For reservations: Call (914) 332-7900 or log on to www.sheratontarrytown.com
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Property: Racine Marriott, Racine, Wisc.
The Deal: Family Museum Package includes weekend overnight accommodations for two adults and up to three children, complimentary breakfast or award-winning brunch buffet in the hotel’s Bentley’s restaurant, and complimentary tickets to the Racine Art Museum for $89 per night, excluding tax.
Hotel features: The hotel boasts newly renovated guest rooms, the largest indoor pool in Racine and Kenosha, a 24-hour lobby marketplace, Bentley’s restaurant and Chats lounge.
Location: 7111 W. Washington Ave., Racine, Wisc.
For reservations: Call (262) 886-6100 or visit www.racinemarriott.com
Deals for holiday hosts running out of room at home
Property: Courtyard by Marriott, Burlington Taft Corner in Williston, Vt.
The Deal: Friends and Family Holiday Special for $89 a night. Are you running out of room for holiday guests? Put them up in the Courtyard between Nov. 20 and Jan. 3, 2010, and pay just $89 a night, plus you'll receive $2 off the hotel's extensive hot breakfast buffet. Children 12 and younger eat free. Every Saturday at 8 p.m. is complimentary movie night, featuring a family friendly film and free popcorn.
Hotel features: Indoor heated pool and whirlpool, fitness center with new Lifefitness equipment and personal TVs, free high-speed, wireless Internet throughout the hotel. Excellent shopping and dining is less than 1 mile away.
Location: 177 Hurricane Lane, Williston, Vt.
For reservations: Call (802) 879-0100 or log on to www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-deals/btvwl-courtyard-burlington-taft-corners/
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Property: Homewood Suites by Hilton, Cambridge-Arlington
The Deal: Homewood for the Holidays rate offers 15 percent off regular room rates Thursday through Saturday nights with a two-night minimum stay between Nov. 1 and Jan. 31, 2010. Booking automatically enrolls you in a chance to win one of five $1,000 Visa gift cards.
Hotel features: All queen studio or king one-bedroom suites feature a full kitchen, parlor areas with sofa that converts to a double bed, two LCD flat-screen TVs, a DVD player, desk with ergonomic chairs, marble and tile baths, and convenient location near Cambridge.
Location: 1 Massachusetts Ave., Arlington, Mass.
For reservations: Call (800) CALL HOME, (800) HILTONS or log on to www.homewoodholidays.com
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Property: Hilton Garden Inn, Shelton, Conn.
The Deal: Friends and Family holiday rate offers rooms starting at just $79 plus tax, based on availability, from Nov. 24 to 29 and Dec. 18 to Jan. 8, 2010.
Hotel features: This 142-room property features the Great American Grill restaurant, serving breakfast and dinner, a full service bar, in-room dinner service, 24-hour Pavilion pantry, heated indoor swimming pool and whirlpool, fitness center and free wireless Internet throughout the hotel.
Location: 25 Old Stratford Road, Shelton, Conn.
For reservations: Call (203) 447-1000 or log on to www.sheltonhilton.com
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Property: SpringHill Suites, Tarrytown, N.Y.
The Deal: Warm and Cozy package is geared for holiday hosts who are running out of room for their guests at just $79 per room between Nov. 22 and 29, and Dec. 18 and Jan. 5, 2010. The rate includes complimentary deluxe continental breakfast. A second offer, Buy Two Get One Free, offers one free night when you book two nights, including a Friday or Saturday night. Guests also receive an indulgence gift of bath salts, lotion and gel upon arrival. Offer is available until December 13, 2009.
Hotel features: Convenient to all the cultural and historic sites and attractions in the Historic Hudson Valley, including candelight tours, and famous homes like Washington Irving’s Sunnyside, Van Cortlandt Manor and Lyndhurst Castle.
Location: 480 White Plans Road, Tarrytown, N.Y.
For reservations: Call (800) 287-9400 or log on to www.tarrytownspringhill.com
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Property: Hilton Garden Inn, Norwalk, Conn.
The Deal: Home for the Holidays bed and breakfast rate, starting at $79, includes accommodations for up to four people and complimentary shuttle service to area restaurants.
Hotel features: The newly renovated hotel offers an indoor heated pool, whirlpool, 24-hour fitness center, lounge, room service, 32-inch plasma TVs and Garden Sleep System, and is convenient to the Maritime Aquarium, Stepping Stones Museum and SoNo Restaurants.
Location: 560 Main Ave., Norwalk, Conn.
For reservations: Toll free 1-877-STAY-HGI, direct at (203) 523-4000 or online at www.norwalkhilton.com
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Property: Homewood Suites by Hilton, Virginia Beach
The Deal: Homewood for the Holidays for $79 includes accommodations in a studio or one-bedroom suite Nov. 20 to 29 and Dec. 18 to Jan. 10, 2010.
Hotel features: A complimentary breakfast is served daily and complimentary dinner is served 5 to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday. The hotel offers an indoor salt water Pool and Jacuzzi, fitness center with Precor equipment, an outdoor courtyard with seven-hole putting green and barbecue grills for guest use.
Location: 5733 Cleveland Street, Virginia Beach, Va.
For reservations: (757) 552-0080, 800-CALLHOME or www.homewoodvabeach.com
New Castle Hotels & Resorts’ portfolio includes 32 hotels the company manages, owns or is developing in the United States and Canada. New Castle will celebrate its 30th anniversary in 2010. For more information on New Castle Hotels & Resorts, please contact Gerald P. Chase, president, chief operating officer, at (203) 925-8370, or visit the corporate website at www.newcastlehotels.com.
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