My list of cozy Hotels (Travel with Fun)

Here are my list of cozy hotels in Playa del Carmen

La Tortuga - Small and charming luxurious hotel with romantic rooftop private jacuzzi.

Riviera del Sol - In the heart of the Mexican Caribbean experience nature and enjoy the peace.

Riviera Caribe Maya - Days in Riviera Caribe Maya hotel are filled with fun in the sun. Conveniently located only one block from the famous 5th Avenue.



Here are my list of cozy hotels in Tulum

Caba'as Ana y Jos' - Beneath blue skies and palm trees, lulled by the sound of the waves and scent of hibiscus, discover Mexican paradise at the Caba'as Ana y Jos'.


Here are my list of cozy hotels in Chichen Itza

Mayaland - Imagine sleeping in the shadow of an ancient pyramid. At the Hotel & Bungalows Mayaland you can do just that and more.



Here are my list of cozy hotels in Uxmal

Hacienda Uxmal - Feel our peaceful and elegant ambiance, Just two minutes away from the archaeological site of Uxmal.



Here are my list of cozy hotels in Chiapas

Ciudad Real Centro H'storico - San Cristobal - This beautiful hotel is only a stone's throw from San Cristobal's Palacio Nacional, the Cathedral, the main plaza El Zocalo.

Ciudad Real Palenque - Beautiful hotel located only 10 minutes away from the famous ruins of Palenque.

Cozy Card - Being a Cozy guest you are part of the Cozy Club. Get your Cozy Card as a special gift when you stay 4 nights or more in any of the Cozy Hotels/Villas.
With the Cozy Club Discount Card you can get great deals in Playa's and the Mayans World's best hotels, shops and restaurants.

The Point — Saranac Lake, NY, United States

Located in the Adirondack Mountains on a Pristine Lake, this former Rockefeller Adirondack great camp offers the ultimate civilized wilderness experience for your romantic get away. Log architecture, sumptuous Beds, antique furniture, stone fireplaces and hunting trophies recreate the historic great camp era.

A refined and peaceful house party atmosphere, superb food and wine under the guidance of master chef Albert Roux and the feeling of total escape have earned the rating of number one resort hotel in the US.

The Tides Riviera Maya — Playa Del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico

Situated on the white sands of the Riviera Maya in Playa del Carmen and nestled in the lush tropical forest, The said romantic luxury hotel resort, formerly Ikal Del Mar, is the hotel resort counterpart of being invited to an exclusive private villa and spa. The Tides Riviera Maya beachfront Playa del Carmen hotel resort refuge has a full service luxury spa, an award-winning restaurant and lounge featuring "Yucatecan Cuisine," seven-miles of fine white-sand beach, and trips to nearby ancient cities and ruins.

Hidden in a unspoiled village of Playa Xcalacoco outside Playa del Carmen, along the pearlescent white sands of the Riviera Maya, The Tides Riviera Maya, formerly Ikal Del Mar, is a seaside refuge extending deep into the primitive Maya lush greenery forest. The romantic luxury hotel resort 30-villa property and its stunning spa present the epitome of Maya Riviera beach unpretentious luxury, exuding the ambiance of an exclusive private Playa del Carmen villa or opulent residential area.

The Tides Riviera Maya lush tropical ambiance presents an exceptional setting for special events and activities, augmented by a full-exclusive service spa and to Azul, a premier ocean-side gourmet Riviera Maya restaurant and cocktail lounge. For tasteful and intimate beach side activities luxury accommodations that include private villas and fine Presidential Suite. The boutique resort is also home, the distinctive spa-resort will provide every necessary accommodation for a spectacular occasion.

For the active and athletic, Hatha yoga classes are offered daily in The Tides Riviera Maya seaside yoga studio, which also houses a fitness room. Playa del Carmen's fine shopping venues are easily accessible from the hotel resort, as are the area's golf courses and ancient Maya ruins. Romantic luxury hotel resort robust recreational activities include cenote diving, snorkeling, horseback riding, scuba diving and deep-sea fishing.

Hotel de Crillon — Paris, France

Hotel de Crillon was designated as a unique historical monument in Paris, an elegant 18th century Palace located on the world famous Place De La Concorde. This romantic luxury hotel is just steps away from the Champs-Elysees, the Faubourg Saint Honore shopping area and all major museums.

The Hotel De Crillon is decorated in the eighteenth century style of Louis XV and recently redesigned, the romantic luxury hotel's 147 guest rooms and suites with 140 square meters of terrace, tall windows allowing abundant light, cool to the eyes colors and wood-paneling, these renowned suites offer magnificent views of the city. Offering the hotel visitors the highest level of personalized accommodation service is the ultimate goal.

Extra fine and delicate cuisine is prepared by one of the greatest chefs of France in a palatial romantic setting. Visitors can also try the L'Obelisque Restaurant with its Parisian atmosphere and regional French cooking style. While Le Piano Bar is ideal for meeting over a glass of champagne and the Jardin D'Hiver ideal for afternoon tea.

Burj Al Arab — Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Burj Al Arab is one of the finest romantic luxury hotel in the whole world, soaring 321 metres above Tthe Arabian gulf - Burj Al Arab is A dramatic tribute to the regions seafaring heritage. The Hotel romantic luxury hotel symbolizes the very essence of Dubai embracing the best of new alongside traditions of the past. Visitors can transfer from Dubai International Airport using Rolls Royce Silver Seraph Limousines.

A lavishly well decorated private health and fitness facility, the Assawan Spa is located on the 18th floor its unique location allows visitors to enjoy spectacular views from the the best massage, beauty and therapy rooms, pools, jacuzzi, spas and aerobics workout studios.

Burj Al Arab is setting new levels of luxury, service and comfort on the Arabian Gulf shores.

Peter Island Resort — British Virgin Islands

Named one of the "Best Places to Stay in the World" and "Top 20 Islands" in the world by Conde Nast Traveler, It is a private island that offers all the exclusivity and romance that provides. At said romantic luxury island there are more staff members than guests, with only 52 suites and 1,200 acres of lush, mountainous terrain with 5 private beaches. Peter Island is accessible only by boat or helicopter, the largest private island in the British Virgin Islands is surrounded by the sparkling waters of the Atlantic, Caribbean, and Sir Francis Drake Channel.

So if you're seeking unparalleled way to experience the idyllic, undeveloped serenity of the British Virgin Islands, the said romantic luxury resort's self-contained fine villas are unmatched. It has all the facilities of a leading romantic luxury resort. Crow's Nest, Hawk's Nest, Raven's Nest, and Falcon's Nest are the Peter Island villas with idyllic locations with breathtaking views, a choice of architectural styles and villa sizes, complete privacy, and the finest furnishing.

All Peter Island visitors are delighted with exceptional cuisine, an elegant wine room, and open-air restaurants. The romantic luxury resort is known throughout the Caribbean as much for its inspired scenery as for its innovative cuisine, which artfully matches international favorites with island flair. Filled with the ever-changing blues of Caribbean Sea and sky.

Raffles Hotel Singapore — Singapore

Raffles Hotel is a romantic luxury hotel features 103 elegantly appointed suites, 18 distinctive restaurants and bars, the world-class Amrita Spa, the said romantic luxury hotel housing the best in regional specialties and international brand names, including "THOS SB Raffles," an incubator shop offering lifestyle concepts and products as well as a purveyor of best food and wines.

Le Palais de la Mediterranee — Nice, France

Le Palais de la Mediterranee is a landmark in Nice, the said romantic luxury hotel is gateway to the French Alps and the French Riviera. Started on 2004 after an ambitious restoration project, today's tribute to the grandeur of the 1930s is a well define nine stories of imaginative yet sympathetic architecture, creative ideas, opulence on a grand scale and a myriad of entertainment and leisure opportunities to suit the most discerning guests.

Le Palais de la Mediterranee third floor is the heart of the romantic luxury hotel with a beautifully conceived indoor/outdoor fitness rooms, cozy lounge, pool, gastronomic restaurant and a sun terrace with great views.

Amanjena - Marrakech, Morocco

First Amanresort on the African continent. Amanjena hold 32 pavilions, six, two-storey maisons and largest accommodation, Al-Hamra Maison are set within an oasis of palms and mature olive trees. romantic luxury hotel's rose-blush walls mirror Marrakech, known in Arabic as Al Medina al-Hamra. The Amanjena's design emulates the old Moorish pise buildings, as well as the Berber villages that laid to the High Atlas Mountains. Marrakech was brought to radiant life by the brilliance of 11th-century Almoravid irrigation. Water is no less the unifying element of the said romantic luxury hotel resort, which has as its centrepiece, a large bassin, traditionally a holding pool to collect water for irrigation. The said romantic luxury hotel's pavilions and maisons extend from the bassin, fanning out in two directions, separated by reflecting pools in a landscape of lawns and vines, emerald-clay roofs, marble fountains and glittering hand-cut, glazed tiles.

All of the Amanjena's 32 air-conditioned pavilions include a bedroom-living room and spacious bathroom and dressing area. The Amanjena living area consists of a high, domed ceiling, a king-size platform bed and an open fireplace. Brass lanterns and Berber carpets discreetly reinforce the finest Moroccan theme. Furnishings include a daybed with an accompanying table and chair. The hotel suites have a mini-bar, a CD player and a TV/DVD, while green Moroccan marble and a soaking tub in a garden setting highlight the bathroom. Each Amanjena pavilion has its own private courtyard along with a pillared minzah and a fountain. Romantic luxury hotel's six two-storey maisons rise seven metres from floor to ceiling in a variation of the Moroccan townhouse, packed with trines of second-floor windows looking inward, as if to a garden courtyard. The living area, situated on the main floor, features an arc-cut fireplace, a zellij wall fountain and a small bathroom.

The travelers bedroom, with queen-size bed, bathroom, double change areas and separate courtyard entrance, situated on the entry level. Upstairs, the bathroom is fully defined by marble columns, domed shower, toilet rooms and a pillared, green-marble tub. The bedroom comes with a king-size bed and divan. The romantic luxury hotels maisons also offer a private six-metre swimming pool, a garden and minzah.

With a convenient location at the edge of Marrakech, the said romantic luxury hotel provides the ideal base for further exploration of Marrakech and beyond. The city itself, with its gardens, souks, art and culture, is just seven kilometres away and the lovely resort looks out onto the snow-capped High Atlas Mountains, the highest range in North Africa. Carefully constructed private travel tours and treks, taking in local highlights, are easily arranged deals.

Bauer Il Palazzo — Venice, Italy

One of the worlds romantic luxury hotel within the heart of Venice, Bauer Il Palazzo is a truly authentic, Venetian-style palazzo overlooking Venice's Grand Canal. More like a sophisticated home than a luxury hotel. Bauer Il Palazzo, with its stunning Gothic facade, reflects Venetian opulence at its best, with fine decor and furnishings designed for the ultimate in comfort for travelers to Venice.

Bauer Il Palazzo is conveniently situated just steps from St Mark's Square, and is close to Venice's finest shops, museums and sights. With Bauer Il Palazzo own private boat dock on the Grand Canal, guests arriving at the said romantic luxry hotel are greeted by the sumptuous lobby, decorated in wood panelling and antique veneered Venetian panels, a lasting impression that is reflected in the one of a kind decor and attention to detail in each of the hotel's guest rooms and suites.

Travelers of the said romantic luxury hotel can expect a unique experience, together with the ultimate in personalised service. Bauer Il Palazzo's 36 luxurious and comfortable guest rooms and 40 suites are lavishly appointed with the finest Murano glass chandeliers, furniture, fabrics and an array of modern amenities. Each of the suites is individually decorated, with many rooms featuring balconies or terraces offering picturesque views of Venice, the Grand Canal and St Mark's Basin.

Serving finest cuisine in Venice, Chef Giovanni Ciresa prepares a stunning blend of innovative international and Mediterranean dishes at the romatic hotel's restaurant. Breakfast is served at Settimo Cielo, romantic luxury hotel's exclusive terrace and lounge, with magical views over Venice and the lagoon. For aperitifs and cocktails, the Bar Foyer provides an inviting and cosy atmosphere, while the Bar Gran Canale offers an elegant environment with live music every evening.

This romantic luxury hotel offers unsurpassed facilities that include an elegantly appointed Fitness Room and Health Spa complete with the modern exercise equipment, personalised programmes and relaxing treatments and massages. Exclusive Venetian and Italian gifts, many designed and handcrafted by the artisans of Venice, are available at the Bauer Il Palazzo's Boutique.

Rocco Forte Hotel De Russie — Rome, Italy

The Hotel de Russie is one of the worlds best business hotel located in the heart of the beautiful city of Rome between the Spanish Steps and Piazza del Popolo on the Via del Babuino. The business hotel is within easy walking distance of Rome's key attractions, fashion houses and Via Condotti.

Hotel de Russie is the most unique luxury hotel in Rome, designed by the Architect Valadier, provides a stunning feature - extensive, terraced gardens which guarantee a tranquil oasis amidst the bustle of the city's center point.

This unique Secret Garden offer every travelers opportunity to relax with a drink in the fashionable Stravinskij Bar and Le Jardin de Russie Restaurant serves a wonderful taste of the Mediterranean cuisine.

Experience De Russie Wellness Zone, one of Rome's best health clubs with a jacuzzi, sauna, hydropool, Turkish steam bath, beauty treatments and gym.

The Carlyle, a Rosewood Hotel — New York, NY, United States

The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel is timeless classic business hotel, has been called home by leaders in world affairs, entertainment, business, society and the arts since its debut in 1930. Located in Madison Avenue, which is a true New York landmark that showcase a great art of privacy and a sanctuary of refined taste. Travelers feel truly ensconced in an elegant private residential atmosphere, which includes a discreet and best business hotel staff as well as world-class dining and entertainment.

Situated in the center point of Manhattan, The Carlyle business hotel offers sweeping views of Central Park and easy access to the encircling Upper East Side galleries and boutiques, as well its closeness in "Museum Mile." Each of the business hotel 180 rooms and suites have been individually decorated and appointed with the finest and sofisticated fabrics, rugs, boudoir chairs and Frette linens. The walls and architectural renderings are adorned with original Audubon prints and English country scenes by Piranesi.

There are accommodations that feature private terraces, grand pianos and spectacular views of the city's skyline. Business hotel suites, priced by size, space and exposure, offer separate sitting rooms with powder room.

Hotel Rating Systems: Six and seven-star hotels

Six or seven stars is a joke according to travel professionals notion, since most respectable hotel rating systems do not give out a rating higher than five stars. Since few hotels can achieve the five star rating, then there should not be a rating higher than five stars.

Dubai's Burj al-Arab is an example of a popularly known "seven star" hotel. It's certainly one of the most luxurious and the tallest hotels in the world. But in reality, it is a 5 star deluxe property.

The five-star hotels is the quintessential luxury hotel, offering thrills above and beyond the actual needs of the travel. They have restaurants and night spots that are world class, with food and entertainment that draw non-guests to sample it too.

Five-star hotels also tend to have opulent and expensive decorations; fancy gyms, swimming pools and spas. Major five-star chains compete to offer the most ludicrous thrills imaginable: Loews offers dog-walking services, while Conrad will let you order from a menu of pillows. Needless to say, all this comes at a steep price, and you're unlikely to be able to justify the expense of a five-star for ordinary business travel.
The other downside to five-stardom is that hotels that can jump through all the hoops to achieve the rating are likely to be large and impersonal.

Four-star hotels

Major chains: Orient-Express Hotels, Conrad (Hilton), Pan Pacific Hotels and Resorts, St. Regis, Le Meridien and W (Starwood), Intercontinental, JW Marriott and Ritz Carlton (Marriott), Shangri-La, Mandarin Oriental, Sofitel, Four Seasons, Regent, Langham International

The four-star hotel is a good business hotel. Everything works smoothly, there's Internet in every room, a well-equipped business center, they'll arrange your airport transfer and room service is palatable and only somewhat expensive. And your boss will probably not faint when they see the bill.


Three-star hotels

Major chains: Hilton, Marriott, Novotel, Crowne Plaza (Intercontinental) Cyprus Hotels

Three-star hotels are solid but dull. Your room will have an attached bathroom and there's probably a restaurant downstairs and 24-hour reception service.


Two-star hotels

Major chains: Ibis, Mercure (two Accor hotels brands), Courtyard by Marriott, Holiday Inn Cyprus Hotels

Two stars means no-frills hotel. In most countries two stars means that your room probably has its own bathroom and there's probably a TV and telephone in your room, but rooms are bare-bones and you're unlikely to want to spend any more time than strictly necessary inside.


One-star hotels

Major chains: Comfort Inn, Motel 6, Super 8 and Etap

You don't see many of these, and with reason. One-stars are not just no-frills, but often downright dodgy: rooms are barely functional, shared bathrooms are somewhere down a corridor and the painted ladies from the all-hours karaoke bar next door dance the horizontal tango all night long in the room next to yours.

Hotel Star ratings

Burj al-Arab hotel in Dubai is considered as "Seven Star." Star ratings are awarded by each country according to their own rules, and accommodations offered, the difference between a 3-star and a 4-star something as obscure as having a minibar in each room.
It's also worth noting that star ratings are often 'sticky', in the sense that once awarded they're rarely taken away: a four-star built last year is probably still pretty good, but a four-star opened in 1962 and never renovated since may well have turned into a dump.

Note also that the ratings are weakening as marketers misuse them. The original Michelin star scale for restaurants only went up to three stars, which meant restaurants worth making a special trip for.

Two stars were worth a detour, one a stop. The Mobil Travel Guide, which covers all of North America, awarded the Five Star rating to only 32 hotels in 2006, but that does not prevent dozens of hotels from claiming to be "five star". Most are more like Mobil's definition of three star "Well-appointed establishment, with full services and amenities" or four star "Outstanding-worth a special trip".

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