Wednesday, 11 March 2009

Palissandre Hotel and Spa Reviews Antananarivo Madagascar City Hotel Accommodation Conference Room Restaurant Cocktail Bar


HOTEL REVIEW - PALISSANDRE HOTEL AND SPA
The Palissandre Hotel and Spa is located at 13 Rue Andriandahifotsy in the centre of Antananarivo. The hotel is situated on a hill overlooking the city and is built in typical Malagasy style with rosewood and marble and pink brick trim. There are 46 rooms at the hotel - 8 twin, 2 triple deluxe rooms and 27 double rooms of which 7 are deluxe. All the rooms have air conditioning, a safe, television, mini bar and telephone. The rooms have great views over the city. The hotel's restaurant, 'Les Hautes Terres' offers dishes seasoned with local spices and the hotel's bar 'Amphore' serves excellent cocktails.
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Palm Hotel Reviews Antananarivo Madagascar Business Holiday Accommodation


HOTEL REVIEW - PALM HOTEL
The Palm Hotel is located in the city and in an ideal position for both business travellers and tourists. The hotel is situated near several embassies in a safe area in the city and is within walking distance of several restaurants and nearby shopping areas. There are standard rooms and larger suites available - the suites come with a small but fully equipped kitchenette. There is free Internet access in the rooms as well as satellite television. The hotel has no restaurant but does offer breakfast and does have a small bar.
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Princess Bora Lodge Reviews Sainte-Marie Island Madagascar Villa Accommodation Spa Scuba Diving Fishing Whale Watching


HOTEL REVIEW - PRINCESS BORA LODGE AND SPA
Situated on the idyllic island of Sainte-Marie, a tropical island just off the east coast of northern Madagascar, the Princess Bora Lodge has spectacular views of Coco Bay and the calm waters of the Indian Ocean. Accommodation at the lodge is offered in a variety of villas; comfort villas which can accommodate a maximum of two people and luxury villas that can accommodate up to four people and which are equipped with air conditioning. The executive beach villa can accommodate two adults and one child and has a large wooden terrace. All the villas have en suite bathrooms. The restaurant serves a variety of cuisine with the main influences being French, Creole and Malagasy and has an extensive wine list offering the best of South African, South American and French wines. The lodge's 'Jungle Spa' offers an assortment of traditional spa therapies and additional activities on offer at the lodge include scuba diving, fishing and whale watching.
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Monday, 9 March 2009

Relais des Plateaux Reviews Antananarivo Madagascar Hotel Accommodation Wedding Venue Restaurant Heated Swimming Pool


HOTEL REVIEW - LE RELAIS DES PLATEAUX
The Relais des Plateaux hotel is situated away from the city centre and is close to both the airport and the International Convention Centre of Madagascar. Free transport to and from the airport is provided on request. The hotel's rooms consist of a combination of suites, twin rooms, double rooms and family rooms. All the rooms have free Internet connectivity as well as air conditioning, an en suite bathroom, satellite television and direct dial telephone. The hotel restaurant can seat up to 200 people and caters for weddings. Bus hire and trips to the city are provided by the hotel.
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Residence Mareva Reviews Antananarivo Madagascar Bed and Breakfast Guesthouse Accommodation Satellite Television Internet Access Laundry Service


HOTEL REVIEW - RESIDENCE MAREVA
Residence Mareva is a guesthouse located in the centre of Antananarivo, near several embassies, banks and restaurants. The four large Rosewood rooms at Residence Mareva have en suite bathrooms, double beds and satellite television and are decorated with local artwork. Breakfast is served from half-past six to half-past ten each morning and there is a Malagasy menu available on request. The guesthouse offers transport to and from the airport as well as Internet access and a laundry service.
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Sunday, 8 March 2009

Sakamanga Hotel Reviews Antananarivo Madagascar Holiday Accommodation Conference Facilities Restaurants


HOTEL REVIEW - SAKAMANGA HOTEL
The Sakamanga Hotel is a large townhouse in central Antananarivo. The hotel's thirty-two rooms are divided into four price categories and are each uniquely decorated in traditional Malagasy style with memorabilia reflecting the history of the island. Services offered at the hotel include laundry service, room service, babysitting and luggage storage. The hotel has three restaurants which offer local and French cuisine as well as lighter meals. There is also a bar and reading room for guests to enjoy. The hotel can cater for small conferences in its conference room that adjoins the garden.
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Soanambo Hotel Reviews Sainte-Marie Island Madagascar Beach Hotel Accommodation Restaurants Bar Swimming Pool Tennis Courts Diving Snorkeling


HOTEL REVIEW - SOANAMBO HOTEL
The Soanambo Hotel is situated on Sainte-Marie Island a mere ten minutes from the airport. The hotel has forty rooms and bungalows situated on the beachfront amidst tropical gardens and under tall palm trees. All the rooms have a private bathroom, air conditioning, satellite television, direct dial telephone and mini bar. The hotel has two restaurants, a bar, pontoon and tennis courts. A large variety of water sports and activities are catered for at the hotel, including day excursions around the island, jungle treks, whale watching, boating, snorkeling and diving.
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Saturday, 7 March 2009

Tana Jacaranda Reviews Antananarivo Madagascar Guesthouse Accommodation Bar Restaurant Internet Access


HOTEL REVIEW - TANA JACARANDA
The Tana-Jacaranda is a small guesthouse in the centre of Antananarivo. The architecture of the old city on the side of the picturesque Haute-Ville and the Queen's Palace are both visible from Tana-Jacaranda. The guesthouse prides itself on creating a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. The rooms are equipped with a single or double bed, desk and closet, television and spacious balcony. There is a bar on site and free parking, Internet access and room service are offered.
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Tana Plaza Hotel Reviews Antananarivo Madagascar Accommodation Independence Avenue L'Avenue Restaurant Wireless Internet Meeting Room


HOTEL REVIEW - TANA PLAZA HOTEL
The Tana Plaza Hotel is located opposite the railway station in the centre of Antananarivo and on the famous Avenue de l’Independence. The hotel has 75 rooms, made up of single rooms and double rooms with and without terraces. All the rooms have en suite bathrooms, satellite televisions, heaters, telephones, wireless Internet and air conditioning. The hotel is home to one of the most well known restaurants in Antananarivo - L'Avenue. The restaurant is open every day for lunch and dinner and serves gourmet cuisine and a famous buffet every Sunday at noon. Additional services available include a shuttle service to and from the airport, parking, 24 hour room service, an Internet room and laundry service. The hotel also has a meeting room for small conferences.
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Thursday, 5 March 2009

Vakona Forest Lodge Reviews Perinet National Park Madagascar Rainforest Reserve Indri Swimming Pool Canoeing Horse Riding Mountain Biking


HOTEL REVIEW - VAKONA FOREST LODGE
Vakona Forest Lodge is situated in Madagascar's Preinet rainforest reserve - also known as Analamazaotra Special Reserve and the Special Reserve of Indri d'Analamazaotra. The reserve is famous for its troops of Indri lemurs - the largest of the the lemur family - and is situated roughly 140 kilometres from the capital city and about 20 kilometres south of Mantadia National Park. This family-run hotel has 10 twin/double rooms and 14 family bungalows. Every room has a private bathroom, heater, safe, mini bar and terrace from which to enjoy the forest views. The hotel's restaurant offers a variety of cuisine, such as Chinese, French, Italian and traditional Malagasy and has vegetarian options. Additional activities on offer include mountain biking through the reserve, canoeing, visits to the Lemur Islands, squash, ping pong, horse riding, bird watching and walking safaris.
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Vanila Hotel Reviews Nosy Be Island Madagascar Beach Holiday Accommodation Conference Facilities Swimming Pool Jacuzzi Restaurant Bar Scuba Diving


HOTEL REVIEW - VANILA HOTEL
The Vanila Hotel is located on the north-western coast of Nosy Be Island, 17 km from the capital and 30 km from the island's airport. The hotel is located on the beachfront the sea and in front of Nosy-Sakatia island, otherwise known as the 'orchids island'. There are 41 rooms in total at the Vanila Hotel, divided into garden rooms, ocean rooms and two luxurious suites. All the rooms have private terraces or balconies with views, air conditioning, satellite televisions and en suite bathrooms. The two suites also each have a lounge and private jacuzzi. The two on site restaurants offer a variety of meal options throughout the day. There are also several bars, a conference room and massage room on site. Children are welcome at the hotel and babysitting services are available on request. Activities on offer include scuba diving, fishing, hunting and sailing.
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Villa La Carengue Reviews Nosy Be Island Madagascar Private Villa 3 Bedroom Self Catering Beach Accommodation


HOTEL REVIEW - VILLA LA CARENGUE
Villa La Carengue is a private villa situated only 150 metres from the beach and overlooking Ambatoloaka and Madirokely Bays. The villa has a three bedrooms, a living room, dining room and a fully equipped kitchen. All the bedrooms have air conditioning and their own private en suite bathroom. Villa La Carengue has its own generator and garage that can accommodate two cars. There is a daily cleaning service and caretaker, as well as a private chef available on request.
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Vinanibe Lodge Reviews Fort Dauphine Madagascar Lake Bungalow Accommodation Sailing Surfing Fishing Scuba Diving Snorkeling


HOTEL REVIEW - VINANIBE LODGE
Vinanibe Lodge is set at the lake's edge in Fort Dauphine. Accommodation at the lodge is available in fifteen bungalows, consisting of triple, double and family bungalows. The bungalows are small but comfortable and offer guests privacy and the opportunity for a quiet and relaxing lakeside holiday. Every bungalow has a private bathroom with bathtub and a private terrace. The lodge has a restaurant with a popular bar and grill and offers a variety of recreational activities, including sailing, surfing, fishing, crabbing, scuba diving and snorkeling.
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