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1. Drakesbad Guest Ranch
I have been to Drakesbad several times. The rooms are a bit small and the facility has it's rustic touches. But there is so much that this place has to offer:
A beautiful setting within Lassen National Park.
Fresh air (except at the geothermal spots)…More »
2. Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Gayle and I came here as part of a time share deal. Otherwise, we probably couldn't afford it. And the mandatory time share presentation was low key, fun and interesting, even after we made it clear that for now we were not interested in buying.
…More »
3. Dechenla Lodge and Wilderness Resort
I just received a very nice thank you email from one of the owners (Barbara). She had received the DVD I had put together after the Earthwatch trip that is full of photos, presentations, maps and personal logs. She also advised that the Lodge is…More »
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8/8/2008 First to Review
Across the border from Canada's Yukon and just into the Northwest Territories lies the MacKenzie… Read more »
4. Hotel Monaco
Portland, OR 97204
(503) 222-0001
Category:
Hotels
Neighborhoods: Southwest Portland, Downtown
I stayed here during my last trip to Portland. I got the reservation off Hotwire for only $89 (plus tax/fees).
I enjoyed almost everything about the Hotel Monaco, except maybe not having Gayle with me (hence only 4 Stars). The hotel is well located…More »
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2/3/2009
Gayle and I walked all over Downtown Portland last Saturday. At one point we were talking about… Read more »
5. Cathedral Mountain Lodge
I stayed here several years ago and before the Cathedral Mountain Lodge built a new Lodge and a restaurant and the Kicking Horse Ski area came into being. When I was there, this property consisted of several well-appointed cabins and a central store…More »
6. Blossoms Hotel
This is where I usually stay when I'm in town on business. It's right in the middle of the old city and by foot, you can walk around the city on top of the Roman walls, go to the track, go to the river to hang out or take a boat ride, shop, take in…More »
7. London Marriott Hotel County Hall
This is one of the company-approved hotels during those very few times I am in London on business. It's within convenient walking distance of the Corporate HG, the London Eye, the Underground, the Westminster Bride, the West End, South Bank, and…More »
8. Pfister Hotel
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 273-8222
Categories:
Hotels,
Restaurants
Neighborhood: Lower East Side
I have never actually stayed at the Pfister Hotel, but have been to a few receptions and meetings over the years. The Pfister remains a very classy and comfortable hotel with great service and flair.
I strolled in yesterday off a still "rough around…More »
9. Marmot Lodge
The Marmot Lodge is part of the Mountain Park Lodges chain that also includes the following Jasper area properties: Amethyst Lodge, Chateau Jasper, Lobstick Lodge, the Pocahontas Cabins, and the Pyramid Riding Stables.
I last stayed at the Marmot…More »
10. The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
OK, I've not yet stayed here, although I usually stop by the Lobby area to admire the elegant beauty of it all when I'm in town.
But the real reason I'm Yelping this fine old Canadian Pacific Hotel is that in front was the first and so far only time…More »
11. Deer Lodge
This is another Canadian resort hotel that I haven't actually stayed overnight. This property is owned by the same company that owns the Buffalo Mountain Lodge (Banff) and the Emerald Lake Lodge (Yoho). I have previously stayed and dined at the…More »
12. LaConner Channel Lodge & Country Inn
I'm in Anacortes for the week on business. The Team Lead made arrangements for us to stay at one of the chain hotels in nearby Burlington. However, some of us opted for this neat Lodge in nearby La Conner. The Lodge itself is an attractive wood shake…More »
13. The Fairmont Royal York
Toronto, ON M5J 2G4
Canada
(416) 368-2511
Category:
Hotels
Neighborhoods: Financial District, Downtown Core
This is the Grande Dame of the old Canadian Pacific (now Fairmont) chain. It's a hotel that is classy in so many ways. This includes the afternoon Tea, the Library Bar, the art deco architecture, the Lobby, and of course its place in the middle of…More »
14. Disney's Paradise Pier Hotel
I took my son here a few years ago for a weekend at Disneyland and California Adventure. I then stayed on as part of a Convention I was attending.
The elevators were a little dodgy even then. Past that, we enjoyed the room, the hotel restaurants,…More »
15. La Fonda On the Plaza
I stayed here once with family on a business trip. It's an historic hotel (literally at the end of the Santa Fe trail) and is right on the Plaza. The hotel itself is nicely appointed in faux adobe and other Southwest touches. The hotel rooms…More »
16. The Listel Hotel
Vancouver, BC V6E 1C5
Canada
(604) 684-8461
I stayed here for a week on business and enjoyed every minute of it. Who wouldn't love being paid to stay at a great hotel in a beautiful city such as this!
The Listel Hotel is located on one end of Robson Street and is also a short walk to the West…More »
17. Storm Mountain Lodge
Banff, AB T1L 1C8
Canada
(403) 762-4155
Categories:
Hotels,
Bed & Breakfast
Storm Mountain Lodge is located in Banff National Park in the Vermillion Pass on the Banff-Windermere Highway (#93 south). It is just 25 minutes outside of Banff and Lake Louise townsites. It's a reasonable drive and a nice quiet nature alternative…More »
18. Churchill Northern Studies Centre
The Churchill Northern Studies Centre is an independent, non-profit research and education facility located 23 km east of Churchill. This was my home during my 2006 Earthwatch trip - Climate Change at Arctic's Edge - led by Dr. Peter Kershaw of the…More »
19. 98 Hotel Ltd
From the outside, 98 Hotel looks like a real dive. If you go inside to the bar, make sure that your back is to the wall and that you're near an exit.
20. Medicine Hat Lodge
The Medicine Hat Lodge may be the best place to stay in the Hat. It's not the Hilton, but it's pretty darn nice. It has clean, comfortable rooms, friendly and helpful staff, a spacious lobby, an inside water park (big in Canada), and nice eating…More »
21. West Edmonton Mall
I have been to both the Mall of America and the West Edmonton Mall on several occassions. Both were developed by the same family. I prefer West Ed overall because of the water park, ice rink and other entertainment options that I think are a bit…More »
22. Buffalo Mountain Lodge
The Buffalo Mountain Lodge is located an easy drive or walk away from downtown Banff along Tunnel Mountain Drive. The Company that owns this property, also operates the Deer Lodge in Lake Louise and the Emerald Lake Lodge near Yoho National Park…More »
23. JW Marriott Hotel Houston
This is one very comfortable and classy Marriott hotel. Great service, as well as nicely appointed and spacious rooms It's across the street from the Galleria and offers free parking next to the Walgreens just down Westheimer. I have stayed here…More »
24. Nicollet Island Inn
I wish I had old money and I'm afraid that monocles and hankerchiefs don't fit my Royal Robbins (with flaps) casual attire.
I was looking for a place to hold a company dinner and my brother recommended this place. It's in a beautiful location and…More »
25. El Rey Inn
Quite frankly, I'm surprised that I am the first one to review this gem of a motel. It's on Cerrillos road and you will pretty much need to drive to get anywhere. However...
The price is reasonable for Santa Fe and inside you'll find well tended and…More »
26. Radisson Plaza-Warwick Hotel
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 735-6000
Category:
Hotels
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square
I stayed here for about a week during a professional conference. Our room was very nice with the LCD screen and Sleep Number Bed. The bathroom was a bit small and the temperature control was inconsistent. The staff really nice, friendly, and…More »
27. Peerless Hotel
Last Monday morning, Gayle and I were newly married and with a postponed Portugal honeymoon, thanks to the eruption of Iceland's Eyjafjallajokull volcano. My boss graciously offered the use of her condo in Sonoma and strongly advised that I not come…More »
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4/26/2009
Gayle and I now stayed at the Peerless Hotel for 4 years in a row. We have also stayed in the same… Read more »
28. Marriott's Timber Lodge
Nice location and facilities, although it lacks the "Wow" factor if you're considering it as a time share. I'd rather see the Lake (which is strangely distant) than the Gondola, although the plethora of food, shopping and other support facilities is…More »
29. 1862 David Walley's Hot Springs Resort and Spa
One of the many ways that Gayle and I are compatible, is that we run on similar body clocks. For us, that means that we're in bed somewhere between 9-10 PM and we're up in the morning somewhere between 5-6 AM. So last night, our idea of bringing in…More »
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6/25/2007 First to Review
This is a really nice place. The muliple hot spring pools (and supporting facilities) are first… Read more »
30. Sorensen's Resort
Sorensen's IS a nice place to stay and year round. I'm partial to fall and winter. It's remote, yet convenient to Lake Tahoe and Grover Hot Springs is near. The route is also a nice back way into the Genoa/Carson NV area.
Each cabin has it's own…More »
31. Wharf Master's Inn
Gayle and I have stayed here twice. The first time we picked this place at random and it was an amazing surprise. The view is wonderful and Pt. Arena cove is quiet and relaxing. You can have Mendicino via a short drive, but without a lot of the…More »
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Yelping SinceMarch 2007
Things I LoveMy Son, Gayle, My Parents and Siblings, My Home, My Work, My Dogs and Cats, Iowa, and Canada.
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