Approximately eight miles north of Ayr and three miles northwest of Glasgow Prestwick Airport, Troon is a town in South Ayrshire on the west coast of Ayrshire in Scotland. A goods port and a marina for boats are both located in Troon. P&O ran a seasonal ferry service to Larne until January 2016.
The largest hotel in Scotland, the Leonardo Hotel Glasgow, is conveniently located within five minutes of Queen Street Station and just next to Central Station. The Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre is also located within easy walking distance from the hotel in Glasgow. As one of the best hotels in Glasgow, it's a great place to stay while you explore the city's thriving business scene and wide range of cultural offerings.
The rooms at the Leonardo Hotel Glasgow are both elegant and comfortable, with 321 rooms to choose from. Amenities in each room include air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a Wi-Fi connection, a desk, and tea and coffee-making equipment. Every guest is guaranteed a restful night in one of our large, comfortable bedrooms. You can usually fit 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 kids in a standard hotel room.
Enjoy a drink and a bite to eat with coworkers or friends in our remodeled Grill Bar. The new Grill Menu has something for everyone, whether you're in the mood for a quick snack, a shared appetizer, or a main course straight from the grill.
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4-star hotel, overlooking the River Clyde
80 Jamaica St,Nordic winters are unlike any other, with mountains of fresh snow crunching under your feet and the Aurora Borealis lighting up the night sky. And what better way to experience them than with a cosy stay in an igloo, covered in a warm blanket and a heated sleeping bag? Here are our picks for the coolest snow winter hotels in Europe.
Icehotel – Jukkasjärvi, Sweden
Icehotel
The rooms at Jukkasjärvi's Icehotel are entirely constructed of ice sculpted from the nearby Torne river and contain exquisite frozen sculptures by foreign artists. There's also an à-la-carte restaurant and a lounge with board games, perfect for a relaxing evening. For those who want to explore more of the Swedish countryside, Luossavaara mountain and ski resort are only 20 kilometres away.
Sinettä, Finland: Arctic Snow Hotel & Glass Igloos
Arctic Snow Hotel
The Arctic Snow Hotel is a secluded resort in rural Finnish Lapland with suites made completely of snow and ice. Visitors can unwind in the outdoor hot tub or snow sauna and ask for a wake-up call to witness the breathtaking Aurora Borealis. For those who want to exchange vows in a really unique setting, there is even an on-site ice chapel and bridal suite. Or, if you'd like, you can spend the night in a glass igloo under the stars. These contemporary igloos have insulated glass roofs that provide unobstructed views, so you may admire the Northern Lights from the comfort of your bed. You can try native pursuits like ice fishing, snowshoeing, and eating at the ice café for a truly realistic Arctic Circle experience.
Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa, UK
After 18-holes of golf head to the health club
After spending the day in nature, treating yourself to high-end spa treatment is even more delightful. At the Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa, you can do just that. Visitors may take advantage of the great outdoors because of their amazing location just close to the River Tweed. Hiking, biking, shooting, fishing, golfing, canoeing, and other outdoor activities are all close by. You can also get facials, makeovers, and yoga classes at the luxurious spa.
The Southcrest Manor Hotel, UK
Enjoy the 10 acres of stunning private lawns and woodland after your treatment
The Southcrest Manor Hotel is one of the rare places that can offer both serene surroundings and a quick commute to the nearby town centre. This opulent hotel, which is surrounded by 10 acres of forest, features a spa centre, infrared and Swedish saunas, a gym, beauty services, a hot tub, and an acclaimed restaurant. And Redditch is just four minutes away if your idea of luxury involves shopping.
New Bath Hotel & Spa, UK
Pamper yourself with Afternoon Tea and Prosecco
The best way to unwind on a vacation is to reserve a room with a private pool. From in-suite swimming pools to romantic, panoramic plunge pools just outside your window, we've discovered the top villas, hotels, and cottages with enchanting private pools around the globe.
The plunge pool at Hunter’s Country House, South Africa
When you travel, one of the best parts is getting to experience life as a local, whether it's eating at a family-run restaurant or making new friends while buying at a market off the beaten path. Book one of these six European homes-away-from-home for a long stay, and you'll get a flavour of local life while also enjoying some extra luxuries.
Madrid, Spain
Amor de Dios 17 Boutique Hotel, Madrid, Spain
For a sunny, cultural and delicious food-filled long stay in Europe, look no further than Madrid. More specifically – Amor de Dios 17 Boutique Hotel, is set within a Madrid townhouse in a quiet street in the centre of the city. It’s located between must-visits Plaza Mayor (Madrid’s expansive and atmospheric main square) and The Prado Museum (housing Spain’s largest national collection of art, and one of the largest collections in the world). First, go sightseeing and then settle in with late-night dinners at bars and beer gardens such as Cervecera Restaurante Plaza Mayor, which has outdoor seating right on the plaza and is a great place to people-watch. The Santa Eulalia Boulangerie Patisserie, a 15-minute walk from the hotel, is a nice place to grab a cup of coffee and some freshly baked bread and pastries for breakfast.
Munich, Germany
Schwan Locke, Munich, Germany
Munich has many strings to its bow; surrounded by easily accessible, resplendent nature, and known for its great beer, bakeries and pleasant pace of life, the Bavarian capital is a great place to try to settle into the local scene. To treat yourself to a little luxury while doing so, spend your long stay at Schwan Locke, where studio apartments boast modern, playful interiors in a soothing pastel and earthy colour palette.
Calilo is nestled by 1,000 acres of protected land and surrounded by six kilometres of golden beach lapped by a cerulean sea.
This 30-suite refuge is located in a secluded corner of unspoiled Ios, in the heart of the Cyclades, and just a stone's throw from party islands Mykonos and Santorini. Consider sun-drenched solitude surrounded by a historic olive-dotted countryside - at its centre, nature and art.
Calilo is a peaceful hideaway, a forward-thinking conservation project, and the ambition of one family. It is a unique location since it is their invention, from the building to the interior design to the spectacular artworks and installations, a family whose mission is to maintain, protect, and nurture this alluring land – and to share the dream and the island's mesmerizing charm.
Discover its whimsical feel and one-of-a-kind attitude. Reconnect with yourself – and with nature – by relaxing, realigning, and reconnecting. Sensitize your toes to the beach, your skin to the salt, and your bones to the sun. Deep sleep, dreaming, and lingering. Simply be.