Friday 17 April 2009

Where is Heathrow?

To the west of London you will find London's Heathrow Airport which, for many visitors to the UK is the first place they will see. Heathrow is the World's busiest international airport with flights arriving and departing every two minutes. The airport has 4 terminals with a fifth under construction and due to open in 2008. All major airlines are represented at Heathrow, flying to most countries throughout the World. All major hotel groups such as Hilton, Holiday Inn, Ramada and Accor have properties on or nearby to Heathrow Airport. Heathrow has many attractions nearby including the Ascot Racecourse, which stages 25 days of racing every year. Legoland Windsor is laso near to Heathrow and is a great, fun filled day out for families. Also near to Heathrow is the official residence of the Queen of Great Britain at Windsor, home to the oldest, still occupied castle in the World. Windsor Castle has been a royal palace for over 900 years and is open to visitors all year round. One can walk around the state apartments and the view the Queen's private collection of paintings and fine art. The town of Windsor itself is quaint and pretty with interesting little shops and tea rooms.

Thursday 16 April 2009

Berkeley Park Apartments By Bridgestreet

Marlborough Crescent, Heathrow, London

The Berkeley Park Executive Suites is situated 3 minutes from Heathrow in its own private courtyard. Fully equipped self catering apartments.
Photo Berkeley Park Apartments By Bridgestreet
This beautiful 4 star apart-hotel offers 3 times as much space per room than an average London hotel for an equivalent nightly charge. Each suite has been furnished to an exceptional standard and offers wide screen TVs, DVDs, discounted telephone charges and free broadband internet access 24hrs per day. These sumptuous suites have extensive dining selections delivered from local restaurants and also have fully fitted kitchens allowing guests to self cater if preferred, courtesy of the grocery delivery service. Berkeley Park combines the comfort and flexibility of your own ‘home from home’ environment with a 24hr reception team in attendance, providing all of the services expected of a 4 star hotel. The refurbishment plans will see new guest accommodation with exciting décor, a new meeting room and the soft refurbishment of a number of our apartments.

Hotel Facilities

General

24-Hour Front Desk – Non-Smoking Rooms – Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests – Family Rooms – Safety Deposit Box

Services

Airport Shuttle – Dry Cleaning – Fax/Photocopying

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site and costs GBP 7.00 per day.

Hotel Policies

These are general hotel policies. As they may vary per room type; please also check the room description.

Check-In

14:00 hours

Check-Out

10:00 hours

Cancellation

If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged.

If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.

Children and extra beds

All children under 12 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.

All children under 2 years are charged GBP 10.00 per night and person for cots.

There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.

Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 1.

Extra beds and baby cots are upon request and need to be confirmed by the hotel.

Supplements will not be calculated automatically in the total costs and have to be paid separately in the hotel.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Accepted credit cards

  • American Express
  • Visa
  • Euro/Mastercard
  • Diners Club
  • Maestro
  • Switch

The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.

Hotel information

Berkeley Park is situated in a private courtyard, only minutes drive from Heathrow International Airport. This development offers 50 luxury apartments furnished to the highest specification, with a major refurbishment completed in July 2006.

All apartments have their own fully fitted kitchen, with seating/lounge areas offering around 30% more space than a standard hotel room.

Berkeley Park is situated in an ideal location, just off the A4 Bath Road, 30 minutes from London by car, 15 minutes from Paddington on the Heathrow Express, and within close proximity of the rapidly expanding business district of the ‘M4 corridor’, home to some of the largest Blue Chip companies.

These unique apartments are ideally located for those working in the nearby areas of Stockley Park, Slough, Staines and Oxbridge. Berkeley Park offers much more space to business or leisure travellers staying in the Heathrow area.

Travel information

The nearest station is Hatton Cross on the Piccadilly line.
- From here, take either bus 90 or 285 to Harlington Corner.
- From the bus stop, cross over the road and you will find Berkeley Park behind the Holiday Inn Ariel.

By car:
- Take the M25 and exit at junction 15 onto the M4 for London.
- Exit at junction 4 and follow signs to terminals 1–3. Do not go into the tunnel but take the turning onto the A4 (Bath Road) for London.
- Pass a number of hotels and once you pass the Sheraton Skyline, take the f1st left at the traffic lights and the 2nd right behind the Holiday Inn Ariel.

Hotel Hoppa Bus:
- Take the H6 to the Holiday Inn Ariel. Berkeley Park is directly behind the hotel.

Important information

Check-in protocol:
Upon check-in, a photo ID together with a valid matching credit card is required to gain access to the apartment.

Full payment for the entire length of the stay is required on arrival. Settlement of the account can be made by cash, credit card or cheque (supported by a valid cheque guarantee card to the appropriate limit)

Please note that daily maid service is not included in the rate for stays under 7 nights.

Additional costs:
Breakfast: Express Breakfast tray can be organised within 24 hours notice at a special price per person.

Arora International Heathrow

The Grove, Bath Road, UB7 0DG West Dreyton, London

This modern, well designed hotel was built in 1999 and has since undergone a full renovation of its triple-glazed guest accommodation and public areas.
Photo Arora International Heathrow
Many of the rooms offer panoramic views of the runways, ideal for those who like the buzz of the airport. Excellent public transport to and from Heathrow Airport will allow you to link up with the London Underground, Paddington Express and National Express coach services.

A modern, deluxe style property offering modern accommodation and relaxed dining.

Hotel Facilities

General

Restaurant – Bar – 24-Hour Front Desk – Newspapers – Non-Smoking Rooms – Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests – Elevator – Safety Deposit Box – Soundproofed Rooms – Luggage Storage – Shops in Hotel – Gay Friendly – All Public and Private spaces non-smoking

Activities

Fitness Centre

Services

Room Service – Meeting/Banquet Facilities – Laundry – Dry Cleaning – Barber/Beauty Shop – Breakfast in the Room – Currency Exchange – Souvenirs/Gift Shop – Fax/Photocopying

Internet

Wired internet is available in the hotel rooms and costs GBP 6.50 per hour.

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site and costs GBP 5.00 per day.

Hotel Policies

These are general hotel policies. As they may vary per room type; please also check the room description.

Check-In

14:00 – 00:00 hours

Check-Out

12:00 hours

Cancellation

If cancelled up to 14:00 on the date of arrival, no fee will be charged.

If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.

Children and extra beds

All children under 8 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.

All children under 2 years are charged GBP 10.00 per night and person for cots.

All older children or adults are charged GBP 10.00 per night and person for extra beds.

Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.

Extra beds and baby cots are upon request and need to be confirmed by the hotel.

Supplements will not be calculated automatically in the total costs and have to be paid separately in the hotel.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Accepted credit cards

  • American Express
  • Visa
  • Euro/Mastercard
  • Diners Club
  • Maestro
  • Switch

The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.

Hotel information

The Arora International Heathrow is part of the Arora Group of hotels, with establishments at Gatwick Airport and Manchester City Centre.

Food & beverage

Breakfast is not included in the room rate.

Room information

All our accommodation comprises of one double bed, excellent sound proofing, in-room modern climate control and a range of other convenient features.

Also, you can upgrade the room and benefit from extra space, guaranteed views of the north runway, bathrobes, luxury toiletries, complimentary mineral water, complimentary broadband connections and a complimentary breakfast served in Smith’s restaurant (details at time of check-in).

Area information

The hotel adjoins London Heathrow Airport, with many rooms enjoying panoramic views of the runways.

Travel information

We are just 5 minutes from terminals 1, 2 or 3. There is an excellent public transport system available free of charge to and from the airport.

By car from terminals 1, 2 or 3:
- Follow signs for the A4 and after exiting the airport tunnel turn left.
- Continue up to the roundabout and turn left (keeping in left-hand lane).
- At the traffic lights turn left and the hotel is 200 yards on right-hand side of the A4/Bath Road.