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Relais & Chateaux Announces New 2010 Members

Hotel St. Germain in Dallas, Texas, is pleased to announce that it has been chosen as a new member of the prestigious Relais & Chateaux for 2010. Relais & Châteaux, a collection of the world's finest hotels and gourmet restaurants, announced its newest members at its annual Congress in Biarritz, France. A total of 37 properties have been accepted, bringing the total membership in the travel association to 481 members in 57 countries.


Four additional hotels in North America are joining Relais & Chateaux but Hotel St. Germain is the only Texas property to be invited to join for the roster for 2010. Only one other American property joined the Relais & Chateaux ranks for 2010. New European properties include The Conaught in London.

Zagat Survey of Hotels and Resorts rated Hotel St. Germain as "One of America's Top Hotels," while Town and Country Magazine described it as having "The Most Romantic Hotel Suite."


“This is a great honor,” says Hotel St. Germain proprietor Claire Heymann from Biarritz, “and we are extremely proud to accept it both for our hotel and for the city of Dallas.”


Hotel St. Germain will celebrate this honor in December when they unveil three completely redecorated suites.


Five of the newest Relais & Châteaux members are hotels located in North America: Windham Hill, in West Townshend, Vermont; Trout Point Lodge of Nova Scotia, Canada; Esperanza, in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico; Hôtel St. Germain, in Dallas, Texas; and Sonora Resort in British Columbia, Canada. In addition, current member Hôtel Le Toiny, in St. Barthélemy, Caeibbean, was named a Grand Chef Relais & Châteaux.


In addition to the North American properties, other new Relais & Châteaux members include 17 properties in Europe, two in Africa, five in Asia, one in South America, and one in Australia. Three countries, Hungary, Macao and Taiwan, are newly represented this year. Additionally, four of the 21 members have been awarded the title of Grands Chefs Relais & Châteaux. All members are listed in the newly published 2010 Relais & Châteaux Guide, which has been enhanced this year to include a section dedicated to family travel, highlighting activities for children.

 

New 2010 North American Relais & Chateaux Members

Hotel St. Germain

Dallas, Texas

What began as one woman's vision (owner Claire Heymann) has grown into an award winning luxury hotel and restaurant which has been recognized, for sixteen consecutive years, with both the coveted Four Diamond rating from AAA and the Four Star rating by Mobil Travel Guide. Among the many other awards garnered by Hotel St. Germain: Top 100 U.S. B&B’s by Conde Nast Traveler; Hotel restaurant ranked #17 on USA Today’s list of the country’s “100 Top Hotel Restaurants”, Dallas’ Most Romantic Dining Room by Gourmet Magazine and Five Stars for Food and Service by The Dallas Morning News. Guests dine by candlelight in the intimate old world ambience of the romantic grand Dining Room overlooking an ivy-covered New Orleans style garden courtyard. Wines from the extensive cellar are served in glittering antique crystal and meals are served on the proprietor's collection of antique Limoges china. A seven-course gourmet dinner changes monthly. Dinner is prix fixe at $85 per person and is available Tuesday through Saturday evenings.

Web: www.hotelstgermain.com

Email: Genmgrstgermain@aol.com
Phone: (214) 871-2516

 

Windham Hill Inn
West Townshend, Vermont

Set amongst the rolling hills of the Green Mountains the Inn enjoys spectacular undisturbed views down the West River Valley. 21 guest rooms are individually designed and decorated, furnished with antiques and locally crafted furniture. All rooms are equipped their own private baths, some include jetted spa tubs.
Phone: 802 874 4080
Web: www.windhamhill.com

Email: info@windhamhill.com

 

Trout Point Lodge of Nova Scotia

East Kemptville, Nova Scotia, Canada

A unique nature retreat offering superb outdoor recreation, outstanding cuisine, & engaging culinary vacations. An unparalleled place for relaxation & enjoyment of the outdoors, Trout Point's 100 acre wooded estate borders the Tobeatic Wilderness Area & the pristine waters of the scenic Tusket & Napier Rivers.
Web: www.troutpoint.com

Email: troutpoint@foodvacation.com
Phone: (902) 482-8360

 

Esperanza

Cabo San Lucas, México

Esperanza encompasses a 57-room resort, 60 Residence Club villas, a full-service spa and a signature restaurant, all on 17 lushly landscaped acres on the bluffs overlooking two private coves at Punta Ballena near Cabo San Lucas.
Web: www.esperanzaresort.com

Email: info@esperanzaresort.com
Phone: 01 624 145 6400

 

Sonora Resort
Sonora Island, British Columbia, Canada

Sonora Resort is located amid one of Canada's most alluring, pristine environments. Whether you want action-packed adventure or an exquisite spa and wellness getaway, you'll find it at Sonora Resort. Experience ocean rapids in comfort and safety, with close-up views of grizzly bears, orcas, sea lions and dolphins.

Phone: 604-233-0460; Toll Free: 888-576-6672

Web: www.sonoraresort.com

Email: info@sonoraresort.com 

 

Le Toiny Hotel St Barts
Saint-Barthélemy, Caribbean

Privacy and exclusivity have always been the defining characteristics of l’Hôtel Le Toiny. Situated in the area of the island referred to as Côte Sauvage, the 15 pastel-colored bungalows, called Villa Suites, are set on a gentle slope overlooking the bay of Toiny and the Caribbean Sea.
Phone: (590) 590 27 88 88

Web: www.letoiny.com

Email: contact@letoiny.com

 

 

About Relais & Châteaux:
Relais & Châteaux is an exclusive collection of 475 of the finest charming hotels and gourmet restaurants in 57 countries. Established in France in 1954, the Association's mission is to spread its unique art de vivre across the globe by selecting outstanding properties with a truly unique character. Furthermore, Relais & Châteaux is also a family of hoteliers and Grand Chefs from all over the world who share a passion for and a personal commitment to ensuring their guests are privy to moments of exceptional harmony, an unforgettable celebration of the senses. From the vineyards in the Napa Valley to the beaches in Bali, from the olive trees in Provence, to the lodges in South Africa, Relais & Châteaux offers all the stops on the finest route for discovering each special place and country.

Web: www.relaischateaux.com