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Cliveden House
Cliveden House is a privately owned 5 Red Star award-winning hotel, and sister to the world-renowned Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa in Hampshire. Our story is one of over 350 years of powerful personalities, iconic parties and scandalous affairs. Built in 1666 by the 2nd Duke of Buckingham, as a gift to his mistress, Cliveden House has remained a pinnacle of…
Royal Mansour Marrakech
The Royal Mansour can be counted amongst the few establishments in the world that defy hotel excellence. Just a few steps away from the famous Jemaa El Fna square beats the heart of the Marrakesh Palace, offering travellers the unique concept of a medina within a medina.
Each area has been designed to intuitively take guests on a sensory journey. Take a step into the secret and sumptuous history of one of the…
Laucala Island Fiji
A private island refuge in the South Pacific, Laucala unites dramatic rainforest-laced landscapes and white sandy beaches with unparalleled levels of luxury and privacy. No expense has been spared at the exclusive tropical hideaway, where 25 Fijian-styled villas are set amid coconut plantations, beside deserted beaches and atop the island’s volcanic mountains, overlooking fertile coral reefs and endless jungle. Style and…
Cocos Hotel Antigua
Perched on a lush green hillside, encircled by miles of heavenly blue sea and sandwiched between two gorgeous white sand beaches is COCOS Hotel, an all inclusive Antigua resort for couples and adults only. This rustic yet romantic and cozy boutique resort is located on the sunset side of the beautiful Caribbean Island of Antigua and comprises of a collection of 35 quaint wooden Cottages positioned on a pictoresque…
La Clef Champs-Élysées Paris
La Clef Champs-Élysées Paris, a 5-star hotel in the centre of Paris, offers you a unique stay in a typically Parisian atmosphere. The building was built in 1907 by the Hennessy family, during the enchanting interlude offered by the Paris of the “Belle Époque”. Reflecting this magical era, our luxury hotel in Paris embodies a certain French art de vivre. La Clef Champs-Élysées Paris enjoys an idyllic setting and immerses you in the…
Il Sereno Como
Il Sereno brings a new era of luxury to the banks of Italy’s iconic Lake Como. Awarded the title of “Most Anticipated New Luxury Hotel Opening in 2016” by Luxury Travel Advisor magazine, Il Sereno’s ethos of understated elegance presents a freshness to this well-established destination. Designed by Patricia Urquiola, Wallpaper* Magazine Designer of The Year 2015, the all-suite hotel promises modern style and an authentic…
Villa Belvedere Taormina
Hotel Villa Belvedere is a delightful and charming boutique hotel, located at just a few minutes from Taormina’s lively town centre and from the world-famous Greek-Roman Theatre, which are both reachable by walking through the inspiring and panoramic Duca di Cesarò Botanic Gardens. The hotel benefits of wonderful views over the sea, the bay of Naxos and Mount Etna. The hotel has always been…
Azulik Tulum
In the heart of the Mayan jungle, a revolutionary project is about to redefine human evolution. A new vision of the future that is guided by ancestral knowledge and creates community is beginning to shape up.The VILLAS of AZULIK Tulum are built in harmony with the Mayan jungle and the Caribbean Sea. With no electric light, A/C, or television, we present nature as our main amenity, setting the perfect mood for a…
Aria Hotel Budapest
The Aria Hotel Budapest is a luxury boutique hotel with an exquisite design inspired by music. To compliment the musical concept, master designer Zoltan Varro’s vision was to simultaneously recreate the rich, lavish atmosphere of a historic Hungarian palace while also embracing visitors in the warmth and comfort of a private residence…
Il San Pietro Di Positano
The San Pietro di Positano is more than a hotel. It is a journey within a journey, where memories are created and never forgotten. A haven of peace, immersed in nature, this elegant home harmonises old-world traditions of hospitality with contemporary, understated luxury. Escape to this small slice of paradise suspended between the sea and sky. Carved into the cliff overlooking the mediterranean Sea, our rooms are a…
Casa Casuarina Miami
Casa Casuarina was built in 1930 by Alden Freeman. Alden Freeman’s father, Joel Freeman was Treasurer of The Standard Oil Trust (also known as Rockefeller’s Company) and left Alden a fabulous wealth when he passed away. That gave the young and wealthy Alden the opportunity to retire at the age of 27 from being an architect and travel all over the world. Alden was also a descendent of the Mayflower on his mother’s side…
Relais Borgo Santo Pietro
Situated in the heart of Tuscany, Relais Borgo Santo Pietro was once a healing stopover for medieval pilgrims. Today it continues to provide a sanctuary for modern souls, merging a 5 star luxury hotel and spa concept with a ‘farm to plate’ philosophy on a 300-acre estate. A sumptuous feeling of home pervades the 800-year-old luxury farmhouse hotel, with its worn leather armchairs pulled up around open fires, fresh flower…
Château de La Chèvre d’Or
Nature is everywhere at Château de la Chèvre d’Or. There are lots of different gardens filled with sculptures, fountains, waterfalls, flowers, herbs, trees and shrubs. The area is perfumed with the scents of jasmine, bougainvillea and roses. The magnificent colors create a framework that blends into the horizon and the sea…
Villa Principe Leopoldo Lugano
Live in a fairy tale, surrounded by prestige and nature. Imagine contemplating Lugano’s beauty in a princely residence. The former private home of German Emperor Wilhelm’s brother in law, the Villa is located on a picturesque promontory called the Collina d’Oro (Golden Hill), whose views and location are the best kept secret in town. If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to live in a legendary home, a stay…
Mnemba Island Lodge
Steeped in culture and history, Zanzibar enticed adventurers, seafarers and traders from far and wide. Known as the spice island, from the centuries old trade of cloves, nutmeg and cinnamon, today the Zanzibar Archipelago is still bathed in the heady scents of spices and traditional dhows still drift across the horizon. A romantic hideaway, Mnemba Island is an exclusive paradise featuring twelve rustically chic beachside…
Juma Amazon Lodge
With its prime location in one of the most remote and preserved regions of the Amazon Rainforest, Juma Amazon Lodge is an intimate and inviting property harmoniously nestled into the forest environment which defines it. Juma Amazon Lodge features 19 intimate bungalows seamlessly nestled into the lush surroundings of the Amazon Rainforest. In order to accommodate the water levels of the wet season…
Gecko Hotel & Beach Club Formentera
In the beautiful and protected island of Formentera, Gecko Hotel & Beach Club was set out for like-minded individuals to unwind, connect with oneself and nature and above all celebrate life. Gecko brings to Formentera a new form of hospitality that unites our love for the island, the beach life and the elegance of a time in the past that continues to inspire us. Our clublike restaurant, in front of the Migjorn beach, offers a…
Meneghetti Wine Hotel & Winery
In search for unique places, sometimes you need to get off the main roads. However, let them lead you to Bale, Istria. Then slow down and follow the road that gets narrower with every mile, as nature draws closer. Slow down even more, and then make a turn into the white road. As the iron gates of the Meneghetti estate open up in front of you, stop for just one moment – and realize that the magic actually appears off the…
Cavo Tagoo Santorini
The exclusive Cavo Tagoo Santorini, twin of Cavo Tagoo Mykonos is located within walking distance from Fira and just a few kilometers from Oia, the resort offers luxurious suites, spectacular sunsets over the sea and a personalized service exceptional. All Suites are modern and feature a hot tub or private pool on the terrace style, design details, 43-inch LCD satellite TV, patio or terrace with stunning panoramic view…
Palazzo Navona Rome
The innovative Palazzo Navona Hotel fully deserved of its role as being amongst one of the most qualified 4 star Hotels within the city “centro”, capable of fulfilling its own lifestyle qualities to satisfy even the most demanding guest. The intimate and charming ambience emits a feeling of almost magic by creating a special atmosphere which pervades this residence surrounded by its historical-art and ancient Roman…
Bawah Reserve
A gorgeous tropical paradise surrounded by a blue ocean, Bawah Reserve sits in sheltered seclusion 160 nautical miles (300km) northeast of Singapore in the remote Anambas Archipelago, Indonesia. This pristine and previously uninhabited marine conservation area is surrounded by turquoise lagoons and coral reefs, which cater to outdoor adventurers looking to indulge as well as those looking to relax in paradise…
Piccolo Hotel Portofino
Hotel Piccolo Portofino, surrounded by the typical luxuriant vegetation of the Liguria Riviera, among the crystal clear water of Portofino and the blue sky, is a piece of art of the reception, unique of its kind. A hidden jewel, that has to be searched end discovered. Obtained from a refined period villa, today it is a boutique hotel, and from its generous terraces, a breathtaking view onto this exclusive stretch of coast…
Kudadoo Private Island
Kudadoo’s renowned eco-consciousness and sleek design extend to the Maldives island’s 15 over-water residences where your uninterrupted enjoyment of the private island charm and the splendid natural surrounds are the norm….
Boutique Hotel Die Alpbacherin
The history of DER ALPBACHERIN began in the former Angelika house. Some time ago, in the middle of Alpbach, at house number 405, stood the small bed and breakfast “Haus Angelika”. Georg and Lisa ran them with a lot of love. The success proved you right and so the desire for a new place for more guests was born. A dream came true. Together with daughter Valentina and her boyfriend Thomas, plans, dreams and…
Imagine waking up to the singing of parrots and the calls of spider monkeys hovering in the treetops. Hotel del Parque is located within Guayaquil’s Historical Park, a tropical oasis trapped in time, a place where palm leaves and exotic flowers sway in the breeze from the Daule River.
Hotel del Parque is an unforgettable experience of history and elegance: a tropical oasis trapped in time, perfectly located in the Samborondón neighborhood, the ideal place to start your Ecuadorian adventure.
Our historic 19th century property offers a pleasant atmosphere of sophistication. You will find elegant Ecuadorian furnishings, impressive marble bathrooms, free Wi-Fi, plus a minibar and air conditioning.
During your stay, you can dine on fresh seafood at the luxurious riverfront restaurant. You will also enjoy a massage or beauty treatments in a unique setting within the bell tower, with wooden beams from the original, recently restored, Gothic chapel. Spruce up your experience with chocolate tasting, coffee roasting, and various walks in our stunning tropical surroundings.
THE HISTORY
The history of Hotel del Parque is one of kindness and hospitality. The building originally provided shelter for the homeless, the elderly, and the disabled. Today, having been carefully transported, piece by piece, from its original 1891 site, carefully renovated and placed in the Historic Park, it remains an example of refuge, surrounded by the peace of the natural world.
Formerly it was known as the Hospicio Corazón de Jesús. The property was built in 1891 by the oldest charitable institution in Guayaquil. It would be the first hospice in the city, and its founders, Manuel Galecio and his wife, Mrs. Jesús Pereira, declared that it should only give shelter to homeless, elderly or disabled men and women.
Condemned to be demolished in the 1980s, the property was acquired by the Central Bank of Ecuador and moved, piece by piece, to its current location in the Historical Park. There, it was meticulously restored along with three other heritage buildings.
The Hotel del Parque staff undertook the renovation of the façade, transforming it, with great care and tenacity, from an old construction to the luxurious property of today. Designer Julio Vinueza was inspired by the property’s Republican architecture to create the sophisticated interiors.
ROOMS & SUITES
The 44 guest rooms, on two levels, are fully equipped with furniture made in Ecuador, modern and antique at the same time. The shades of gray and yellow contrast and blend with the lush tropical world that surrounds the surroundings, while respecting the property’s historical origins.
PARK SUITE
Revel in Ecuadorian bliss in this spacious suite with a private room with a king size bed, a separate living room and dining room, a small pantry kitchen, and four large windows overlooking the main park. The master bathroom has an elegant freestanding bathtub overlooking the tropical gardens. A tropical twist on a classic
JUNIOR SUITE
Find yourself in a luxurious space with more than 66 square meters with a king bed and a view of the garden. In addition, this space can be connected to a Signature Room to form a two-room suite.
DELUXE KING
A king size bed awaits you in this Deluxe room with all the charm and comfort reflected throughout the hotel and neighborhood. Sleep and wake up to the sun and a view of the garden.
DINING
Enjoy the culinary magic of Hotel del Parque, where a meal becomes a culinary journey. Whether it’s in the elegant setting of our riverside dining room, a private dinner in the park or even in the comfort of your room, here you can dine on delicious and vibrant creations made with the freshest local ingredients.
CASA JULIÁN
In our distinctive restaurant Casa Julian, you will find the best flavors of Ecuador incorporated into a unique signature cuisine. Located inside a restored nineteenth century building overlooking the Daule River, transmits a magical and unforgettable experience.
CAFETERÍA EL JARDÍN
Our Resto-Café “El Jardin” is located in a lush garden surrounded by trees, offering fresh light meals, including a selection of gourmet sandwiches, salads, baked goods and excellent coffee. El Jardín offers the perfect place to take a break in the best atmosphere.
LA PÉRGOLA
At La Pergola an incredible experience awaits you at the foot of the Daule River, accompanied by tapas and signature cocktails with a phenomenal view. The best way to enjoy unique moments with friends and family.
WEDDINGS
Say “I do” at Hotel del Parque to experience a wedding as magical as the Historical Park. Our magnificent wedding venues in Guayaquil overlook the Daule River and we will host the event that you will remember for a lifetime. We can provide the perfect setting for your rehearsal dinner, wedding preparation, ring ceremony, or reception.
Every detail of your wedding is perfectly handled with our wedding specialists. From linen tablecloths and selection of the ideal tableware, to visionary event idea and culinary perfection, your wedding details are being taken care of. We are here to answer any questions and make sure your special day is perfect.
EVENTS
Hotel del Parque is the setting for spectacular events. Our Ecuadorian paradise promises to inspire with an environment of unspoiled nature mixed with historical architecture; a trip to a past era. With our superb service and attention to detail, your special occasion will be an unforgettable experience.
The events at Hotel del Parque are exciting. You can choose the lounge space above our world-class Casa Julián restaurant or our outdoor space on the banks of the Daule River. The guests gather in a tropical oasis that shelters the time that they share with each other. And with our perfectly planned menu items and attentive service, you will be assured of a fabulous event.
MASSAGE ROOM
For an exceptional treatment, guests can enjoy a luxurious massage in the wooden bell tower of the historic chapel, accompanied by a spectacular 360-degree view of the gardens – a unique spa experience that you will only find at Hotel del Parque.
THE PARK
Tucked away in the botanical gardens of the Parque Histórico, Hotel del Parque seems to be far from the hustle and bustle of the city. Explore this intimate paradise with diverse ecosystems, restored 19th century houses, and cultural performances on the banks of the Daule River.
NATURE PATHS
The natural areas, which recreate three different ecosystems in more than three hectares, are home to aromatic and medicinal plants. The wildlife sanctuary is the natural habitat for a range of exotic creatures, from iguanas and crocodiles, to endangered giant harpy eagles and tiny spider monkeys.
HISTORIC BUILDINGS
The urban area of Parque Histórico, with each step, offers a glimpse into Guayaquil’s past, with dreamlike restored 19th century buildings, as well as the former property of Banco Territorial, and the old houses of the richest families in the city – all rescued before being demolished – as well as fabulous trams of the time.
CULTURAL HERITAGE
A part of the eight hectares of the historical park is dedicated to raising awareness of the cultural heritage of Guayaquil: from vibrant folk dances and theatrical performances to traditional sweets and tabacco of past centuries sellers.
THE RIVER
The park is located on the banks of the Daule River, which casts its golden light on the surroundings at sunset. The Daule River joins the Babahoyo River, approximately two kilometers from the Historical Park, to become the Guayas River, the most important river in the Pacific of South America.
The park is open to the public from Wednesday to Sunday (although there are exclusive areas for hotel guests) and the plant and animal areas can be explored via a winding path.
EXPERIENCES
Admire the natural curiosities and cultural traditions of Ecuador, a country rich in heritage and wildlife. Beyond the tranquility of the Hotel del Parque, you will find adventures in the area and educational experiences in the city of Guayaquil, including cultural museums, natural parks and a busy boardwalk along the river.
IMMERSED IN NATURE
Discover our wildlife sanctuary, where rare and endangered species such as the harpy eagle and alligators live among mangroves and exotic plants. The hotel concierge can also arrange a private tour of the animal sanctuary and its surroundings.
COFFEE TOUR
If you are a coffee lover, you will love our coffee experience where we will explain about the plant, the process and the art of roasting it. The textures and aroma of one of the finest coffees in the world remain with you even after you have roasted your own beans with the help of a specialist.
CHOCOLATE TOUR
Find and harvest your own cocoa pods, and see how they are transformed into artisan chocolate using traditional methods. Housed in a house over 120 years old, you will find the finest cocoa beans in the world and have a chocolate tasting experience like never seen before.
