Hotels & Resorts
Starwood makes birthdays happier
Starwood Hotels & Resorts across Canada are proving that certain benefits come with age. Participating hotels and resorts across the country are offering a special Birth Year promotion that lets guests pay the rate that corresponds with the year they were born during their stay. Guests who book the Birth Year offer pay full rate for the first night of their stay and then on the second and third night rates equal to the year they were born. For example, guests born in 1948 will pay $48 for the second and third night of their stay at participating hotels. This offer is valid on a minimum two...
HAC picks a Hall of Fame winner
The Westin Ottawa was presented with a Hall of Fame Award of Excellence during the Hotel Association of Canada's 100th Anniversary Celebration Gala that was held in Toronto on Feb. 5, 2013 -- just before HAC's annual conference. HAC's Hall of Fame Awards of Excellence Program was developed in 2004 with the purpose of recognizing those of its members (individuals, companies, properties) that have demonstrated significant accomplishments, exemplary leadership and tireless commitment to Canada's lodging industry. The Westin Ottawa was received the Energy and Environment Hall of Fame Award, which...
Solo guest deal at Long Beach Lodge
This spring, Long Beach Lodge Resort in Tofino, B.C. is welcoming on-their-own travellers with a discount for going solo. From now until May 31, the property is offering solo travellers 40% off room rates in the lodge. "Solo Rates"start at $119 per night plus taxes. Lodge rooms are appointed with a TV and DVD/CD player, fridge, coffee-maker/tea kettle; an oversized soaking tub with separate shower and a fluffy bathrobe. All guests can enjoy the complimentary breakfast buffet in the Great Room. Situated on a surfing beach facing the Pacific Ocean, Long Beach Lodge houses a Surf Club, which...
Win Paradise with Elite Resorts
Elite Island Resorts is offering lovebirds a chance to do a little romancing in the Caribbean as part of its "Take Your Valentine to Paradise for Free" offer at its resorts in Antigua, Barbados, St. Lucia, the Grenadines and Tortola. Between Feb. 4 and Valentine's Day (Feb. 14), travellers who reserve a five-night or longer Elite Island Resorts vacation can bring their sweetheart at no additional charge. Guests can choose from a variety of island destinations and resort types. There are family-friendly getaways in Antigua and St. Lucia; intimate adults-only retreats in Antigua and Barbados;...
Happy 100 HAC
Light the candles! Cut the cake! Let's celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Hotel Association of Canada! And that's exactly what the industry did last night to launch HAC's annual conference in Toronto this week. What better way to celebrate its Centennial anniversary then with a champagne reception; a spectacular dinner hosted by comedians Colin Mocrie and wife, Debra McGrath; and the presentation of HAC's annual Hall of Fame Awards recognizing its members accomplishments in the areas of Human Resources, Energy & Environment and Humanitarian contributions. On the conference side of things,...
Delta Chelsea goes wireless
Toronto's Delta Chelsea Hotel is now offering Wireless Internet (Wi-Fi) service throughout the entire hotel - and complimentary for everyone. As Canada's largest hotel, this service includes 1,590 guest rooms, meeting space, lobby, restaurants and...
T.G.I.F. at W Montréal
W Montréal is celebrating weekend escapes to the city this winter. Through April 30, guests will be saying "T.G.I.F."when booking stays with Friday arrivals as they'll receive an upgraded stay and complimentary cocktails at Bartini during their stay. This offer is available starting from $205 per night. Guests will enjoy an upgraded Parkview Wonderful Room from $205 per night; an upgraded Mega Room from $225 per night; an upgraded Fantastic Suite from $285 per night; or a WOW suite from $405 per night. Rates are per room, per night, plus taxes and gratuities based on single/double...
Coast Hotels opens in Yukon
Vancouver-based Coast Hotels is now taking reservations for its first property in the Yukon's capital city of Whitehorse -- the Coast High Country Inn. The former independent property will now be able to offer guests participation in the brand's popular Coast Rewards loyalty program, as well as the option to earn miles with mileage partners like Air Canada. The Coast High Country Inn offers 82 guest rooms, including 22 suites, meeting space, a restaurant, pub, exercise room and further meeting space in the adjacent Yukon Convention Centre. Coast Hotels & Resorts owns, manages and franchises...