South Africa during 2010 World Cup has been host to hundreds of thousands tourists amongst them some very influential people and celebrities who came to support their teams. Moving from one luxurious hotel to another they have all their needs and whims catered too. Media hype often refers to the over the top demands of these A-lists, which range from stripper poles to special spring water been flown in from faraway lands! Luckily South Africa has a lot to offer in terms of luxury and exceptional standards of hospitality. In this article we will be investigating the 4 Key elements of a luxurious hotel and the types of experiences you can look forward to when going to one.
4 key elements of every luxury hotel
The first key element of any luxurious hotel has got to be the right location. I mean even though you are on staying in a luxury hotel, you don't want to stuck in a desert, no matter how stunning the hotel (unless it is Las Vegas)! Is the hotel close to a beach or in the city where there is plenty of night life or shops? Just in case you need to indulge in a bout of therapeutic shopping! If you are on your honeymoon or on a romantic getaway, imagine going for a stroll on the beach and at sunset lingering over cocktails. Location, location, location!
The second key element would have to be the views and the rooms themselves, they really are the stars of the show. The rooms of a luxurious hotel have to have that WOW factor, everything should indicate lavish living and the hotels commitment to quality. Rooms should be decorated with the finest fabric, bedding and linen need to be extra soft, while private balconies adds to the drama of the room. Each unit has to have all the creature comfort one would expect such as high-end fixtures and superb finishing's. In short a sanctuary of refined taste. A part from the impeccable comfort and aesthetics the third key element of a luxurious hotel is definitely what keeps people returning to a particular hotel or recommending it.
The third key element to a successful hotel is service. A luxury hotel has to have service -oriented staff. When I walk into a luxury hotel I want to feel pampered. I pay a lot of money to have things taken care of for me. When the staff are polite and attentive I already make my decision to return before leaving the establishment. Staff are trained to make ones stay unforgettable. The Concierge of the hotel is there to assist the guests with various tasks such as suggesting good restaurants in the area, making reservations, be able to suggest shows or tours etc.
The fourth key, maybe the last but is definitely not the least is the hotels facilities. The facilities in the room include air-conditioning, televisions with satellite, DVD players, cordless phones complimentary toiletries, beach towels, and much more. The on-site facilities should include a fitness centre and pool, a spa or spa services should be able to be arranged. If any last minute business needs to be taken care of one could request secretarial services, as well as business facilities for those who are on a business holiday.
With great views, luxury creature comforts and world class service and facilities, it is not hard to see why celebs all look so carefree and in such good shape when on holiday! Luxurious hotels are definitely the way to go!
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If you are looking for small luxury hotels that nevertheless give you the same level of comfort as the best luxurious hotels out there, then look no further than Hydro Executive Apartments, in Sandton, South Africa.