Comfort Inn & Suites North Conway is a budget option that offers a lot of bang for the customer's buck -- it's one of the best deals in North Conway, which is a popular skiing and shopping destination. Kids can stay entertained in the indoor swimming pool and Pirate's Cove mini-golf adjacent to the hotel, while anyone can appreciate free continental breakfast, parking, and Wi-Fi. The rooms and suites were renovated in 2014, and come with dining tables, mini-fridges, microwaves. Pick-your-preference pillows are available. There is no on-site restaurant, though there are dining options just across the street. Afternoon cookies and free coffee are among several unexpected perks at this chain hotel.
Comfort Inn & Suites North Conway is a budget option that offers a lot of bang for the customer's buck -- it's one of the best deals in North Conway, which is a popular skiing and shopping destination. Kids can stay entertained in the indoor swimming pool and Pirate's Cove mini-golf adjacent to the hotel, while anyone can appreciate free continental breakfast, parking, and Wi-Fi. The rooms and suites were renovated in 2014, and come with dining tables, mini-fridges, microwaves. Pick-your-preference pillows are available. There is no on-site restaurant, though there are dining options just across the street. Afternoon cookies and free coffee are among several unexpected perks at this chain hotel.
The 88-room Village of Loon Mountain is an average mid-range mountain resort catering to families and groups on a budget. Located right across the road from Loon Mountain Ski Resort, the property is a convenient pick in the winter, but with indoor and outdoor pools, a fitness center, a games room, and sports facilities, there is plenty to do on-site year-round. Spacious condos have up to three rooms, full kitchens, and living rooms with gas fireplaces, but most could use an update, and a few lack air-conditioning. The Mountain Club on Loon across the road has similar amenities but rates are generally higher.
The 88-room Village of Loon Mountain is an average mid-range mountain resort catering to families and groups on a budget. Located right across the road from Loon Mountain Ski Resort, the property is a convenient pick in the winter, but with indoor and outdoor pools, a fitness center, a games room, and sports facilities, there is plenty to do on-site year-round. Spacious condos have up to three rooms, full kitchens, and living rooms with gas fireplaces, but most could use an update, and a few lack air-conditioning. The Mountain Club on Loon across the road has similar amenities but rates are generally higher.
Spitbank Fort, a 19th-century naval defense base transformed into a eight-room luxury hotel, sits on a private island in the strait of Solent, a mile off England's south coast. Reached only by a private boat from Royal Clarence Marina near Portsmouth Harbor in Hampshire -- getting there is like being part of a James Bond getaway -- the hotel has a large rooftop hot tub, a fire pit, and sauna, and free Wi-Fi throughout. Rooms are large and luxurious, with high-riveted ceilings and the original brickwork that pervades the hotel. A restored red lighthouse with an observation deck offers views that stretch to the Isle of Wight.
Spitbank Fort, a 19th-century naval defense base transformed into a eight-room luxury hotel, sits on a private island in the strait of Solent, a mile off England's south coast. Reached only by a private boat from Royal Clarence Marina near Portsmouth Harbor in Hampshire -- getting there is like being part of a James Bond getaway -- the hotel has a large rooftop hot tub, a fire pit, and sauna, and free Wi-Fi throughout. Rooms are large and luxurious, with high-riveted ceilings and the original brickwork that pervades the hotel. A restored red lighthouse with an observation deck offers views that stretch to the Isle of Wight.
The "G" in G! Boutique Hotel stands for gorgeous, glamorous, guest-centered, and global. This four-pearl, 14-room boutique property is on the coast of Bournemouth, and is one of the most popular bed-and-breakfasts in the area. With its striking black-and-white floors and bubble chairs hanging in the public spaces -- among other jazzy furnishings -- it's a design-centric delight, although the quirky decor might not be to everyone's taste. The owners, self-proclaimed "world travelers," have stayed at hotels around the globe, and it shows in the way they look after guests. There's a whole array of freebies, including prosecco upon arrival, free cakes and coffee in the lounge, cupcakes and gift bags filled with treats in the room, breakfast in bed if guests want that, and a bottle of water and a snack to take way when checking out. The G! is located within a 10-minute walk of a pebbly beach and is close to Albert Road -- Portsmouth's bohemian hidden gem filled with restaurants, and shops.
The "G" in G! Boutique Hotel stands for gorgeous, glamorous, guest-centered, and global. This four-pearl, 14-room boutique property is on the coast of Bournemouth, and is one of the most popular bed-and-breakfasts in the area. With its striking black-and-white floors and bubble chairs hanging in the public spaces -- among other jazzy furnishings -- it's a design-centric delight, although the quirky decor might not be to everyone's taste. The owners, self-proclaimed "world travelers," have stayed at hotels around the globe, and it shows in the way they look after guests. There's a whole array of freebies, including prosecco upon arrival, free cakes and coffee in the lounge, cupcakes and gift bags filled with treats in the room, breakfast in bed if guests want that, and a bottle of water and a snack to take way when checking out. The G! is located within a 10-minute walk of a pebbly beach and is close to Albert Road -- Portsmouth's bohemian hidden gem filled with restaurants, and shops.
The 11-room Number Four Boutique Hotel treads that fine line between sophisticated boutique and high-end guesthouse. While there's very little in the way of hotel facilities, interiors are beautifully finished throughout. Rooms are individually styled and inviting with modern bathrooms. The location feels a little out of the way and the immediate area is not particularly interesting, though Southsea beach is a short walk away. For the quality of the rooms, rates are very reasonable and cheaper than the very similar -- though slightly sexier and adult-only -- Clarence Hotel across town.
The 11-room Number Four Boutique Hotel treads that fine line between sophisticated boutique and high-end guesthouse. While there's very little in the way of hotel facilities, interiors are beautifully finished throughout. Rooms are individually styled and inviting with modern bathrooms. The location feels a little out of the way and the immediate area is not particularly interesting, though Southsea beach is a short walk away. For the quality of the rooms, rates are very reasonable and cheaper than the very similar -- though slightly sexier and adult-only -- Clarence Hotel across town.
The eight-room Clarence Hotel is an upscale, adult-only boutique occupying a beautifully renovated Edwardian townhouse in south Portsmouth. While it is a short walk to Southsea's beachfront, there's not a lot of interest in the immediate area. The luxurious rooms, however, are designed for spending plenty of time in -- especially those with jetted bathtubs big enough for two. Don't expect too much in the way of facilities, and rates are high, but for a ritzy romantic hideaway, the Clarence Hotel makes a particularly fine choice.
The eight-room Clarence Hotel is an upscale, adult-only boutique occupying a beautifully renovated Edwardian townhouse in south Portsmouth. While it is a short walk to Southsea's beachfront, there's not a lot of interest in the immediate area. The luxurious rooms, however, are designed for spending plenty of time in -- especially those with jetted bathtubs big enough for two. Don't expect too much in the way of facilities, and rates are high, but for a ritzy romantic hideaway, the Clarence Hotel makes a particularly fine choice.
This 26-room budget hotel within walking distance of central North Conway Village is basic and a little dated. But rates are affordable and the outdoor pool and barbecue area are great perks for warmer days. Rooms are clean and homey, with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and free Wi-Fi, but lack coffeemakers and microwaves. Some have jetted tubs next to the bed, and many have mountain views. For a little more money, the Hampton Inn & Suites North Conway offers an indoor water park and free breakfast.
This 26-room budget hotel within walking distance of central North Conway Village is basic and a little dated. But rates are affordable and the outdoor pool and barbecue area are great perks for warmer days. Rooms are clean and homey, with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and free Wi-Fi, but lack coffeemakers and microwaves. Some have jetted tubs next to the bed, and many have mountain views. For a little more money, the Hampton Inn & Suites North Conway offers an indoor water park and free breakfast.
A solid option for families and travelers who want a quiet getaway, the historic Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa has plenty of activities in a quiet and peaceful environment. This large resort is in a secluded mountain setting and many of the rooms have gorgeous alpine views. Despite its remote location, there's plenty to do both at the property and at nearby ski resorts. While the resort is particularly popular with golfers and skiers, guests who just want to relax indoors can take advantage of the Mountain View Grand's large spa, multiple lounge areas, library, and small movie theater. However, decor isn't as upscale as one may expect for rooms at this price.
A solid option for families and travelers who want a quiet getaway, the historic Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa has plenty of activities in a quiet and peaceful environment. This large resort is in a secluded mountain setting and many of the rooms have gorgeous alpine views. Despite its remote location, there's plenty to do both at the property and at nearby ski resorts. While the resort is particularly popular with golfers and skiers, guests who just want to relax indoors can take advantage of the Mountain View Grand's large spa, multiple lounge areas, library, and small movie theater. However, decor isn't as upscale as one may expect for rooms at this price.
