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Canada's
Romantic Hotel Guide
By Jolana
Klobouk
There is romance to be found in
the great north. Canada is a country full of majestic scenery in
its many lakes, and rivers, mountains and forests, and wonderful
cosmopolitan areas. There are many hotels that stand out either
for their history and beautiful surroundings, or for their luxurious
accommodations and amenities in the midst urban sophistication.
Either of these scenarios make these hotels a perfect setting for
a romantic interlude to not be forgotten.
The Wedgewood Hotel and
Spa, Vancouver, British Columbia: The Wedgewood Hotel and
Spa, located on Vancouver’s chic Robson Square, is a romantic European
boutique-style hotel. Privately owned and operated, it is smaller
and more intimate than some other local hotels. All of the 83 luxurious
rooms at the Wedgewood feature private balconies and beautifully
crafted plush furnishings. You can relax at the spa and fitness
centre, which carries the renowned Epicuren cosmetic line. The Award-winning
restaurant Bacchus offers outstanding dining with live entertainment
nightly and is known for its exceptional weekend brunches and afternoon
tea. The Wedgewood Hotel is close to many attractions in Vancouver,
and there is no shortage of activities to choose from. Suites and
romance packages are available.
Chateau Lake Louise, Lake
Louise: Alberta Discovery Travel voted Chateau Lake Louise
as one of the ''World's Top 10 Honeymoon Hot Spots'' and did so
for a very good reason. The scenery is breathtaking and the hotel
is grandiose. Chateau Lake Louise is surrounded with snow-frosted
Rocky Mountain peaks and secluded next to a legendary lake.The
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise has a full range of newly renovated
rooms and elegant suites featuring either a mountain or lake view,
with facilities befitting one of the world's finest mountain resorts:
award-winning cuisine in eight restaurants and lounges, and a gallery
of unique boutiques to shop at. Your adventure starts right outside
the Chateau's doors. You can go hiking, canoeing, mountain biking,
fly fishing, horseback riding, skiing and snowshoeing (depending
on the season of course!). Or you can kick back and relax in the
spa, indoor pool or hot tub.
Windsor Arms, Toronto,
Ontario: Step through the Gothic inspired doorways and
you will find a luxurious, two-storey lounge, richly panelled in
dark oak and offering 26 suites and two luxury rooms across four
floors of this deluxe boutique hotel. Located centrally in Toronto
in the upscale Yorkville area, this discreet small luxury hotel
offers guests Toronto’s only caviar and champagne lounge, a dance
and live entertainment club, a luxury spa and an indoor pool, complete
with poolside fireplace and gourmet restaurant. Traditional tea
is served at 1:30pm and 3:30pm daily. Shopping and entertainment
are only steps away.
The Marriot Niagara Falls
Fallsview and Spa, Niagra Falls, Ontario: We all know that
Niagra Falls is one of the honeymoon capitals of the world. Something
about those majestic falls inspires the romantic side in couples.
A room with a view is a must in this location and this new luxury
property boasts that it's the closest hotel to Niagara Falls. The
hotel has 427 Fallsview guestrooms overlooking Niagara Falls. The
Deluxe Fallsview Fireplace and Whirlpool Suite is an intimate Suite
featuring a King sized bed, a large 2-person Whirlpool and a fireplace.
This suite is located on one of the hotel's higher floors, and offers
an extraordinary view of both the Canadian and American Falls.
Chateau Montebello, Montebello,
Quebec: Nestled in the midst of a private 65000 acre estate,
Le Chateau Montebello is located on the shores of the Outaouais
River, halfway between Ottawa and Montreal and is a great place
to get away from it all. This resort opened in 1930 as a private
club and became a hotel in 1971. A legendary log chateau, being
the largest log-cabin in the world, the hotel is an idyllic four-season
resort offering a wide range of indoor and outdoor activities including:
curling, cross country skiing, skating, dog-sledding, snow-shoeing,
and sleigh rides in the winter and boating, fishing, jet-skiing,
lawn games, outdoor swimming, tennis, and an 18 hole golf course.
Jacuzzi suites and romance packages are available.
Chateau Frontenac, Quebec
City, Quebec: This is a magnificent castle-like structure
with copper turrets and stone towers, Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac
is over 100 years old and a historic landmark of Quebec City. Situated
on top of the Cap Diamant Cliffs in the heart of the old walled-in
city, Le Chateau Frontenac overlooks the St. Lawrence River and
provides some great views. Romance packages are available for any
of the beautifully furnished 618 guestrooms and suites. There are
exquisite restaurants, an elegant, beautiful bar and a more casual
veranda bar. The Chateau also has many upscale boutique shops, art
galleries, a florist and hair salon. There is also an on-site indoor
pool and fitness center. When do venture out, a stay at the Chateau
Frontenac permits you easy walking access to all of the wonderful
sites and romantic experiences that Old Quebec has to offer.
The Casino Nova Scotia,
Halifax, Nova Scotia:
The Casino Nova Scotia is the
only hotel located directly on the waterfront, in the heart of downtown
Halifax. Guests enjoy convenient access via the walkway to Casino
Nova Scotia, many boutiques, shops, restaurants, banks and entertainment
hot spots. Casino Nova Scotia is located next door to the Hotel
and offers you gaming, entertainment and restaurants. The hotel
has two popular restaurants, with outdoor patios featuring a spectacular
view of Halifax Harbour, offering an eclectic menu, two lounges,
and an indoor heated swimming pool with a large modern fitness facility
and full spa services. The rooms offer spectacular views of Halifax
Harbour, Historic Properties, the city, or of the courtyard. . The
Casino Nova Scotia offers full Concierge services, where sightseeing
tours, Harbour boat ours, whale watching, deep-sea fishing, golf
and other activities can be arranged. One-bedroom suites or Luxury
suites are available.
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