Suggestions on where to book a room in UK
Dec 6, 2014, 10:49 am
#1
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Suggestions on where to book a room in UK
I have about 87000 points that are about to expire by the end of January. So I'd like to book a room for as many nights as I can within the points limit over the Christmas period. I'd prefer not to drive more than around 100 miles from London. Can anyone suggest any particular hotels? Would probably be myself, my wife and our youngest daughter (11 years old) staying. All things being equal I'd like to visit a place with historical interests.
I'd appreciate any suggestions.
I'd appreciate any suggestions.
Dec 6, 2014, 3:03 pm
#2
Join Date: Mar 2014
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If you wanted value for 'money', I'm pretty sure the Park Inn Cardiff is just 9000 points per night.
For places to visit in general, CR is somewhat restrictive as their hotels are mostly in cities.
Southend on Sea has a Park Inn - hotel won't be amazing but nice if you fancy a seaside jaunt - pier, theme park, afternoon tea, shops.
Guildford has an RBE which could be nice if you've not been there before. Town centre, shopping, etc.
A few properties in Birmingham - fantastic German Christmas market there this time of year.
Other than those, your only real option close by is London itself, or Bristol. I'd like to say Southwest, Southeast or East Anglia, but sadly no Carlson properties to be found there.
For places to visit in general, CR is somewhat restrictive as their hotels are mostly in cities.
Southend on Sea has a Park Inn - hotel won't be amazing but nice if you fancy a seaside jaunt - pier, theme park, afternoon tea, shops.
Guildford has an RBE which could be nice if you've not been there before. Town centre, shopping, etc.
A few properties in Birmingham - fantastic German Christmas market there this time of year.
Other than those, your only real option close by is London itself, or Bristol. I'd like to say Southwest, Southeast or East Anglia, but sadly no Carlson properties to be found there.
Dec 7, 2014, 1:36 pm
#3
Join Date: Jul 2011
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My main two experiences with cheaper Club Carlson properties in the UK are Solihul and Bedford. The Solihul one isn't too far from a station, to get into Birmingham, but you wouldn't be popping back mid afternoon for a quick pitstop. The Bedford one is right on the river, some quite nice views (especially as the hotel is one the ugliest buildings in Bedford, so if you're in it you can't see it...), 10 minutes walk from the station, some very nice walks from right outside.
I really like the Radison Blu in Edinburgh, great location right on the Royal Mile, handy for most things, friendly staff etc, but you'll burn through your points a lot faster there...
I really like the Radison Blu in Edinburgh, great location right on the Royal Mile, handy for most things, friendly staff etc, but you'll burn through your points a lot faster there...
Dec 7, 2014, 2:36 pm
#4
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Do not feel you have to consume all the points by then. One activity will extend their life.
Gold Points do not have an expiration date as long as your account remains active by earning or redeeming within a 24 month period.
Gold Points do not have an expiration date as long as your account remains active by earning or redeeming within a 24 month period.