hotels for production teams Dec 2012

A jewel of a boutique hotel, A'jia is a traditional Ottoman mansion set on the Asian shores of the Bosphorus. The hotel was recently awarded the 2009 Condé Nast Johansens Award for Excellence as 'Most Charming Hotel in Europe'.

With its 16 rooms featuring breathtaking views over the Bosphorus, A'jia offers a private hideaway with easy access to the historical and cultural attractions of the city beyond. Each room is uniquely designed, furnished and equipped with the latest gadgets and amenities that blend effortlessly with the timeless elegance of the 1800s.

Restaurant A'jia is an exclusive venue delivering exquisite and creative menus cooked to perfection. For a special occasion, guests can book a private event or dinner at A'jia and the hotel will guarantee a unique and unforgettable experience.

Adahan Istanbul is an elegant, sophisticated and radiant home for its most distinguished guests. Housed in a charmingly restored, 1874 grand apartment building in the very heart of the historic and chic Galata district, the building itself along with its recent restoration and interior décor are neat, graceful and respectful. Both the staff and the hotel's management philosophy are centered on hospitality. With custom designed wooden furniture and floors, marble bathrooms and original artwork adorning the ground floor walls, every square inch of Adahan Istanbul is a testament to its glorious heritage.

Crafted with 40 guest rooms and suites, each with a unique architectural detail, Adahan Istanbul's unique interior design displays respect for the natural and the pure throughout. Located in the heart of the city, guests can enjoy art, culture, history and an exciting social life combined with tranquility and comfort.

Adahan Istanbul can impeccably accommodate every type of business meeting and social gathering with an adaptable parlor floor and rooftop terrace perfect for enjoying the sunset over the Golden Horn.

Located in Jordaan, one of Amsterdam’s most attractive districts, Chic&Basic has opened a new hotel concept on the banks of one of the city's most beautiful canals, Herengracht.

Chic&Basic Amsterdam combines contemporary design with the typical architecture of the city in a building with a 300-year old facade. The hotel's modern and comfortable rooms are distributed over three floors and across three separate buildings. The 'be yourself' area invites guests to relax, have a coffee and surf the Internet.

Due to the architecture of the building, every room has its own particular character and comes equipped with a TFT screen, high-speed Internet connection and modern bathroom.

Chic&Basic Born is located in a century-old building complete with 22-feet high ceilings. Rooms feature designer bathrooms and mood lighting systems. The hotel features a 'common zone' with comfortable couches to sink back in and enjoy the music, as well as Kharma restaurant and its fine cocktails.

Chic & Basic Ramblas opens with spectacular offers for its guests. This charming hotel is just a few steps from the emblematic Ramblas in the heart of Barcelona. The building's 60's vibe has inspired and influenced the new hotel, where the vintage theme with a twist gives guests a true taste of fantastic 1960's Barcelona. The icons of the 60's are back with Barcelona's Chic & Basic Ramblas.

Located just a few metres from Atocha Station, Chic&Basic Atocha offers 36 rooms spread over six floors. Hotel amenities include WiFi, a 'be yourself' zone, a 'help yourself' zone, and a 'love yourself' zone with sun terrace, loungers and a shower to freshen up. The hotel remains true to the Chic&Basic philosophy: no frills, no ostentation, but with exquisite taste, fun and an even greater ambience.

Chic&Basic Mayerling is situated in a former textile warehouse in the famous Habsburg district of central Madrid. Converted into a stylish hotel that stays true to a distinctive and delightful formula, Mayerling is a dedicated follower of the Chic&Basic school of thought: simple but replete with details that bring a smile to the lips and make guests feel truly at ease.

Gild Hall, 60 Thompson's Wall Street sister property, is located on historic Gold Street and brings a new level of design savvy and service to Manhattan's illustrious Financial District.

Designed by Jim Walrod, the simple yet luxurious rooms feature oversized leather-tufted headboards and elegant custom-designed wooden furniture, topped with rich flannel throws and mahogany details. The hotel features a bi-level, Tuscan style wine bar and lounge, Felice Ristorante & Wine Bar, adorned with dramatic chandeliers and boasting extensive wine programming, as well as 126 handsome, cosmopolitan rooms and suites.

Effortlessly blending classical European sensibility with American contemporary style, Gild Hall serves as a modern-day gentleman's club for the kings and queens of Wall Street.

Hotel Banke, a superior four-star hotel, is located in the Opera district in the very heart of Paris and a stone's throw from Boulevard Haussmann and the Galeries Lafayette.

The hotel occupies a building dating from the beginning of the 20th century designed by architects Paul Friesse and Cassien Bernard, and the stately site sits at the junction of Rue La Fayette and Rue Pillet Will. The spacious lobby, closed off by a crystal dome installed 19 metres from the floor, retains the old counters from the former bank around a large mosaic; at present the hotel's bar and restaurant are found behind them.

Hotel Banke has 94 rooms, meeting rooms, a hamam steam room, sauna and gym. It also offers a unique opportunity to combine Spanish tradition and creative cuisine at Josefin Restaurant. There is also a glamorous cocktail bar, Lola Bar, that aims to become one of the most in-vogue spots in Paris.

Located in the Palau Vedruna, a building that dates from the beginning of the 20th century and that was converted into a hotel only in 1992, Hotel Claris emanates elegance and refinement in its impressive architecture.

Situated right in the centre of Barcelona, the hotel hosts an Egyptian museum exhibiting 70 pieces from Ancient Egypt as well as a 400-piece art collection distributed throughout its rooms and common areas.

The hotel also boasts a gym, sauna, meeting rooms and La Terraza del Claris restaurant, located on the rooftop next to the outdoor pool.

Located in the heart of Barcelona in the exclusive Eixample district, Hotel Constanza is ideal for both business and tourism. Close to Passeig de Gracia, Plaça Catalunya and las Ramblas, the hotel is only a few minutes away from some of the city's most iconic buildings such as La Pedrera, La Boqueria Market and the Picasso Museum.

Hotel Constanza has two meeting rooms, one for up to six people measuring 12 m² and the other located on the top floor with an area of 20 m², able to hold 30 people.

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In a collaboration of some of the flashiest names in contemporary art and design, Thompson’s LES property is for the young and restless.

Thompson LES radiates the creative undercurrent of its neighbourhood. Among the hotel’s edge-defining backdrop, the 141-room hotel features custom made light-boxes, graphic paintings, and a rooftop pool displaying an image of Andy Warhol. The hotel offers three penthouse suites including a bi-level 2000 sq. ft. Thompson Loft, all with spectacular views of downtown Manhattan from their sprawling terraces.

Thompson LES’s 18 stories also house an outdoor pool and bar, Above Allen, a private outdoor/indoor terrace bar open year-round, and newly opened Blue Ribbon Sushi Izakaya.