Just when you think you have enough options to choose from when it comes time to finding a great place to rest your head on vacation, Boutique Hotels and Resorts International have added more into the mix. What's the difference between a Boutique hotel and a Hotel? Well, a Boutique hotel is more intimate and strives to create a unique environment that is focused on personalizing your stay with exceptional service and accommodations.
So if you're planning a trip to Switzerland or to Brazil, you now have a couple more places to look into that are setting themselves a part from the other hotels in the area. So before you make any decisions, why not see if a Boutique hotel is the right place for you?
If you are heading to Switzerland and interested in trying out a brand new boutique hotel, with great rates, you can! The Hotel Alex has an introductory rate, with breakfast included, for 139$ a night through October 14, 2007. The hotel is located in the center of Zermatt, and boasts a full range of winter and summer mountain sports. The rooms are cozy and in the cottage style, which will have you feeling like you are surely in a mountain village. This is a great place for a relaxing family trip or even a romantic getaway.
If Brazil is on your list of places to see, check out El Gordo, located in the beach resort city of Trancoso, in Brazil's state of Bahia. The hotel has both city and ocean views, and a restaurant that specializes in Portuguese and international delicacies. Trancoso is rich in history and culture, which leads to many sites to see in the area. The introductory Boutique rate starts at 197$ a night. This rate will last through October 31st, 2007 but you have to book before September 30th.
If you're interested in seeing Brazil but staying in an Eco- friendly resort, try the Pousada Vida Sol e Mar. It is an Eco-resort on the beach in the heart of the Atlantic coastal rainforest. Here you can go bird watching, surfing, horseback riding, and take extended nature walks. Because the resort is also the headquarters of Brazil's Right Whale Institute, you can watch the whales use the bay as a nursery for their young. The introductory Boutique rate for a deluxe room starts at $88 per night through September 30, 2007.
These new boutique hotels may lead you to become a boutique hotel connoisseur. Although they may make your decision of where to stay a bit more difficult, they are definitely worth a look.