The Cheapest Hotel Deals in Paris
October 26, 2009 by Lost in Europe
Filed under Hotels
Paris not only boasts of the best hotels, they also provide the best services and packages. Depending on the season, certain hotels in Paris provide the cheapest but still elegant accommodations for your dream vacation.
Dozens of hotels in Paris provides excellent food and elegant accommodations, even for those with a tight budget. Here are some of the cheapest hotels in Paris:
2 Star Hotels
Astor Suresnes
Best deals:
(Stay for 3 nights and pay for 2 nights)
For only 12.80 euro ($27)
This hotel is located at Grande Arche de la Defense Paris. Astor Suresnes is a calm hotel with a friendly atmosphere. It is an attractive hotel that comprises of 50 furnished and well equipped rooms. It is also a 5 minute walk away from the business center. This is via the tramway. Aside from this, it is only half way between Champs Elysees.
Near attractions would include the following:
• Boulogne forest
• Parc des landes
• and Mont Valerien Hill
In-room facilities include the following:
• TV with cable
• Private phone
• And hair dryer
Ajiel Hotel
Best deals:
(Stay for 3 nights and pay for 2 nights) for £14 ($30)
Ajiel Hotel is a family run hotel that is only 20 minutes away from the famous Eiffel Tower, Montpanasse and Trocadero. It is also next to the noted Old Paris. Courteous atmosphere welcomes visitors to its XVth District. Having a total of 67 rooms and 2 apartments, Ajiel is equipped with satellite TV and a direct dial phone.
Nearby places to visit would be the:
• Park Georges Brassens
• Ancient Book Market
Quartier Republique Le Marais
Best deals:
(Stay for 4 nights and pay for 3 nights) for £21.6- $36.7
(5 nights and pay only 4 nights)
This hotel is located at #39 rue Jean-Pierre Timbaud, Paris. It consists of 41 rooms. Being situated at the heart of the city, the hotel not only offers a lively atmosphere, a mere 20-minute walk away would be famous establishments. These establishments include the following:
• Picasso Museum
• Grand-Boulevards (theater area)
• Oberkampf bars
• Le Marais-Place des Vosges
• And Le Pere Lachaise Cemetery.
Room features include the following:
• Colored TV
• Private bathroom
• Direct phone line
• Handicapped equipments
• Coffee or tea
• and a hair dryer
A sauna and fitness room is also guaranteed in this hotel.
3 Stars Hotel
Istria Saint Germain
Best Deals:
(Stay 3 nights for 2 nights pay) for only £21.80 ($46)
(Stay 4 nights for 3 nights pay)
This hotel is located at Saint Germain Paris. This hotel is just a step away from the Montparnasse and Latin Quarter of Saint Germain. Considered as a charming yet elegant hotel in a colonial setting, it provides 30 air-conditioned rooms.
Amenities include the following:
• Lobby Bar
• Room Service
• Concierge
• Lift
• Laundry
• Internet Access
• Valet Service
• Pay TV
• And a Minibar.
4 Stars Hotel
Hotel Le Lavoishier
Best Deals:
(Stay 3 nights and pay for 2 nights at £43/$92)
(Stay 4 nights and pay for 3 nights)
This hotel is located at St Augustin. Hotel Le Lavoishier is a mid-19th century townhouse having 30 rooms. It is just a minute’s walk away from the Notre-Dame, Pantheon, Latin Quarter and Jardin du Luxemborg.
Aside from this, it is only a step away from the following:
• Madeleine
• Fashion district
• City centre
• Galleries Lafayette
• And the Opera.
The hotel also offers a lounge bar, terrace, elevator, air conditioning, telephone/fax, and laundry facilities.
Le Walt
Best Deals:
(Stay 3 nights and pay 2 nights)
(Stay for £49.80/$105)
This is a boutique style hotel located at avenue de la Motte Picquet. It offers a contemporary environment, having 25 guest rooms which were painted by local artists. Hotel features are quite modern, with the following:
• Stylish bathtub
• Heated towel rack
• Scales
• Cosmetic mirror
• Hand shower facilities
• Hairdryer
• And exclusive toiletries made in Switzerland
Hotel owners emphasize that they provide the cheapest and best deals in Paris. This is while they accommodate travelers from all walks of life.
Although Paris is considered as the worlds most popular and expensive tourist destination, it has luxurious hotels that offer cheap rates. Hence, travelers can check for big events in the area also. This is due to the fact that many hotels offer promotional deals on room rates, ranging from two up to four nights of stay.
Paris is a clean place with wondrous symmetry such as parks, historical places, romantic places, museums, buildings and long avenues. It is a historic place where a lot of Paris attractions charge more than the usual. Many attractions offer free admissions and discounted prices.
Top tips for your Spanish Holiday
October 7, 2009 by Lost in Europe
Filed under Nightlife
Few European holiday destinations can claim to have the charm of Spain, a country that offers the awe inspiring architecture and historically significant sights common in other European countries but with the added bonus of all the attractions being under a beautiful, blue Mediterranean sky. Even those having to stick to a tight budget during their holidays will find plenty to do and see in Spain, and, with some careful planning, could save a substantial amount of money.
Planning early is the key for finding the best deals on travel and cheap accommodation in the larger Spanish cities. Most low cost airlines will fly in and out of Barcelona and Madrid, with cheap internal flights services available for transportation between Spanish cities, or to the Canary Islands, Ibiza, Mallorca and Menorca. However, for the best deals booking at least two or three weeks in advance is advisable.
Choosing the dates of your Spanish holiday wisely is also a great way to save money. By avoiding the major tourist season during the summer months, you’ll be surprised by how much you can save. During the peak tourist season, Spain’s major cities fill with tourists, leading to accommodation becoming scarce and much more expensive. Restaurants and shops often raise prices too during the summer and even basic travel tickets local transportation may see a rise in prices during May, June and July. By August, the influx of tourists to the country has settled down, making it the perfect time to visit the more popular cities. With fewer crowds, hotels and hostels will have plenty of rooms, and at a reasonable rate.
While skiing is not the first activity you’re likely to think of when Spain is mentioned, Andorra, a tiny mountainous country bordering Spain to the north, has a thriving ski scene. For budget travellers, Andorra can provide one of the cheapest ski opportunities in Europe, with cheap lodges and lift tickets as well as tax free gift shops and stores. Getting there can be cheap and easy too, with buses running to Andorra from most northern Spanish cities.
Spanish nightlife is also a big reason for tourists visiting the country, with most clubs and bars full by 11pm and remaining open till dawn in many locations. However, many clubs charge a hefty entrance fee and drinks inside will be quite expensive. To make the most of the Spanish nightlife while sticking to a budget, the best plan is to either find clubs and bars that don’t charge for entrance or to cruise around some of the local bars which may have free passes to some of the biggest clubs. Enjoying a drink in a bar is also a great way to avoid buying expensive drinks in the clubs. Finding great clubs in Spain won’t be too hard either. A quick look at any Spain holiday reviews will ensure you find a nightspot to your liking.
Finally, make sure you get to know the local Spanish people in your chosen destination. Locals will be more than willing to recommend a place to grab a bite to eat or a drink and, by getting off the beaten path and away from the tourist crowd, a wealth of new ideas and options may become available to you.


