It's not a new hotel but it has been maintained fairly well but I thought the place looked like it needed a good sweep and wash down outside but the rooms were clean.   My room was very large, probably too big for just me, but was comfortable.

I only had one dinner and one breakfast in the dining room but found both meals very good quality.  If there is a coach tour booked in for the night then ask for a quiet room away from them.  The bathroom in my room had been updated in the last year and looked quite modern.  If you have problems with mobility then ask for a room without a step in spa as the shower is in the spa.

I had an executive room with king bed on the first floor and it had a very high ceiling and a large skylight.  It was nice to wake up in the morning with some  natural light coming into the room without sacrificing privacy.  The TV only had a few channels but that may have more to do with the area.  There is plenty of parking on site.  There was supposed to be a pool but I didn't see it and it was a bit cold to swim anyway.

The location is opposite  a shopping centre and is near a petrol station and the local pub which serves a nice dinner and snack meals.  On the whole I would recommend the Quality Inn The Willows for business travellers or people staying for a night or two.

When we arrived at our room the WOW factor really kicked in.  We had a huge bathroom, king size bed and sunken living room.  There were 3 TVs, one in the living room, one opposite the bed and another in the bathroom.  I must say that the bed was the most comfortable we have slept in for a long time. Having a good bed after a long day and night in Las Vegas is worth it's weight in gold.

The only criticism is that the Reception was a long way away from the elevators to the rooms.  You have to walk through the casino to get there.  This hotel is very large so be prepared to walk.  There is a Walgreens next door so you can grab anything you might like to snack on or you forgot from home.

The Table 10 was a nice restaurant in the hotel but there are many to choose from from fine to casual dining. The coffee bar near the elevators makes a great coffee.  We ordered room service once which was set up for us on the low table in the sunken living room and was really a nice service and food.

The Palazzo Hotel Las Vegas is a sister to the Venetian which adjoins it.  We loved sitting by the canal as well as enjoying the shopping and the restaurants both hotels had. The Palazzo is a beautiful hotel by itself but combine with the Venetian they are spectacular.  You can also walk over to the Fashion Mall directly from the hotel for good shopping.  You can also walk up the Las Vegas Boulevarde to other casinos of course to experience all Las Vegas has to offer.

I am glad we chose the Palazzo Hotel Las Vegas as our honeymoon hotel as it was a memorable and luxurious for the time we spent there.  I highly recommend this hotel to anyone traveling to Las Vegas.  The only regret I have is that we didn't go to a show while we were there.

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I liked the lovely rooms in colors of navy and old gold and hardwood floors, skin rugs and leather lounge.  There were two large TVs and it had a kitchenette which would be handy if you were staying several days.  We had a suite on the second floor facing the side street.

I also liked the Wifi access, the large bathroom and the dining area a the Riviera Suite South Beach.  What I didn't like was the subdued lighting and the noise from the room above on the wooden floor (sounded like they were dancing for hours). The lighting was a problem when packing and unpacking my suitcase and even when writing this post and using my netbook.  I had to open the curtains to allow more light during the day but at night it was just dark.  It might be romantic but not practical.

The location of Riviera Suite South Beach Hotel is on the corner of Lindsey and 20th Streets which means it is a bit of a hike of about 5 blocks across and 2 blocks down to get to Ocean Drive dining.  We enjoyed the free happy hour though one night at their sister hotel, The Catalina which was quite pleasant.

The hotel can book your tours and we did the Everglades one morning (see separate review).  While we were there the hotel shuttle to the airport which usually runs hourly was only running every 2 hours so check it out when you arrive.

Overall we enjoyed the Riviera Suite South Beach and would recommend it as the suites are lovely, the staff friendly especially the doormen who will go out of their way to help you.  Just be prepared to take taxis or walk ( like we did) if you want to eat on the famous Ocean Drive around 11 - 13th Streets.

When we arrived at the Banyan Tree we were taken into the main building to check in and were given some refreshments while this was being checked in.  We had some ginger and lime chilled tea which was so refreshing.  We were escorted by buggy to our Valley Villa and it was spectacular even at first sight with an outside spa and lounging deck, four poster bed with mosquito net, window seat and sunken shower/bath with separate vanities.

Every day we were left some fruit delicacy and my favorite was local banana and cinnamon. We tried out The Cove which was an Italian restaurant and was very pleased with the views and the food.  We also had dinner at the Saffron and enjoyed that with its lovely ambiance. We had breakfast the first morning at Tree Tops Restaurant but it was a bit expensive so we opted to eat on our deck the rest of the time.

The whole Banyan Tree Resort is a very peaceful place and wherever you want to go you can get a buggy to take you there.  The resort is hilly and if you stay in the valley villas you will welcome the ride.  We used the pool and the beach area and walked across from there to Ansara Resort which is a sister resort.

My partner had a massage and I had a pedicure while we were there and we loved the attention the professional staff gave us at the Spa.  They really look after you there with a time to relax before your treatments with a refreshment and also another afterward.  We never felt rushed.

We spent 3 nights here but could have stayed a week.

Liked:  Peaceful, beautiful surroundings
Disliked:  Breakfast a bit expensive
Tip:  Explore every part of the resort and take the buggies

The room was OK although a little on the small side but clean.  We were only staying two nights and we didn't have breakfast included or eat at the restaurant so I cant comment on that.  We ate most of our meals at Knotsford Terrace which was a short walk away.  There were a few good shops I liked in that complex and some good eateries which were reasonably priced.

We also walked down to the harbor and caught the Star Ferry across the harbor which was a nice experience and I would recommend it.  Shopping of course is good in Hong Kong and this hotel is walking distance from the main shopping district. The location of the hotel is really very convenient to whatever you want to see in Hong Kong.

There is an Airport Express stop (free bus that takes you to the train station) across the road from the hotel and I recommend that you use this to get to the airport as you can check your luggage in at the train stop all the way through, so you don't have to check them again at the airport.   I loved the train experience and would use it again rather than a taxi or shuttle as I have done before.

This hotel is not 'flash' but if you are looking for a convenient location then this one is quite satisfactory.  If you are staying a week then I would look for something a little better.  There are a lot of choices in Hong Kong for hotels at different qualities and prices to suit your needs.  Just remember to stay near the shopping or the harbor or both because to me that makes Hong Kong so special.

Liked:  Convenient location
Disliked:  Smallish room
Tip:  Take the Airport Express Bus to and from the airport

The garden room that we had was at the back of the resort but as the pool is in the center it was central to it, the main entrance and small shop and only a few more steps to the restaurant.  A tropical breakfast was included in the room rate.

The restaurant, called The Point, serves 3 meals a day and bar snacks and of course cocktails (check out the happy hour).  They have theme nights like the Grill and Seafood night which we enjoyed.  The food overall is a little expensive but you will have to pay similar at other resorts.  The meals were all good but can depend on the chef and there is entertainment at dinner times which was nice.

The garden rooms are large and the maid come in twice a day to make up the room and also replace towels and to turn down the bed in the early evening.  Each unit has its own small balcony.

They have an internet area where you can log on for free but it is slow to load but OK for emailing home.  The staff are friendly and helpful.  We had a problem with the safe in the room which was fixed in an hour.

I would recommend this hotel especially if you want a kids free experience.  I must admit it was quieter without children splashing in the pool and at meal times.  I would definitely stay there again and feel it would be a perfect hotel for a honeymoon.

Liked:  An adult experience was very relaxing and quiet
Disliked:  Can't think of anything
Tip:  Hire a car or bike to get around the island

The room was nice and overlooked the pool, roomy enough for two and we paid a good price of under $100 per night.  Have a look at the deals and Compare Data From 100s Of Travel Sites At Once. Search One And Done.

There are not a lot of restaurants nearby although we did have dinner one night at the Daily Grill which was just on the outside of the hotel and we did enjoy that.  We did not have breakfasts at the hotel at all so I can’t comment.  The hotel has a nice Lobby Bar on the ground floor and which has lovely comfy chairs for a quiet drink after sightseeing all day.

I don’t think I would want to stay in Long Beach more than a few days as there were only limited things to see and do compared with Los Angeles.  This is my opinion as a international visitor though.  There were a lot of banks on that part of the street so the hotel probably caters to business clientele during the week more than tourists.

Overall we had a good experience here but it probably would be better to choose a hotel closer to the main attractions of the Pike, Shoreline Village, Market Place and the Marina especially if you were only staying the night before a cruise.  The free passport buses though make it easy to get around as they even go to the Port of Long Beach and the RMS Queen Mary and stop outside the hotel.  You can walk to the pike though from the hotel.  We did this and caught the bus back.

Note:  The hotel has been renovated since we stayed and so I have not included an image of the room as hey have changed.

Liked:  Nice room
Disliked:  It was a bit out of the way for restaurants
Tip:  Have dinners at The Pike

This hotel built in 1989 is very quaint with lovely furnishings, polished floors and lovely rugs.   I liked it so much the first time that I decided to stay there again.   I left something in the room on my first trip and they posted it to me in Australia.  What great customer service is that!  The room rates are reasonable with an ensuite room under $100 Canadian and if you want to share a bathroom then it would be about $70 per night.

The breakfast included toast, spread, coffee and juice which was sufficient for me, as I don’t eat big breakfasts anyway.  If you like a larger breakfast then there are places nearby.  The hotel is located in a great position, in walking distance to Gas Town and Robson Street shopping in the other direction.

In conclusion to this hotel travel review of The Victorian I must add that I would recommend this hotel to anyone who can manage the stairs as it is a great deal for being so central.

Liked:  Clean room with lovely furnishings for a very good price
Disliked:  Stairs but they were only an small inconvenience
Tip:  Walk everywhere - don't miss out on Gastown which is close by