Alone or not, Kimpton brings deals to NYC for Valentine’s Day

by Tom Johansmeyer on

Kimpton’s offering you two ways to spend Valentine’s Day in Manhattan this year: one if you’re inclined to recognize the holiday, the other if you’re flying solo. Let’s face it; Valentine’s day isn’t designed to appeal to everyone, and the single folks shouldn’t get screwed just because the only way they could get a “date” that night involves several appearances by Benjamin Franklin.

If you’re interested in a more traditional Valentine’s Day getaway, take a look at the “Sweet Savings” deal at Kimpton’s 70 park avenue hotel. For rates starting at a mere $179, you’ll get not only a great room in Manhattan, you’ll pick up a complimentary dessert for you and your guest at silver leaf tavern.

Now, this doesn’t do much for you if you’re alone, unless you really like two desserts. Fortunately, there’s the “Cupid Is Stupid” deal at Kimpton’s The Muse New York. For a rate of $239, you’ll get two free cocktails at NIOS restaurant and a complimentary in-room movie.

So, how do you make this work? Use one of those cocktails to chat up a lonely hottie — she’s hanging out in a hotel bar, it shouldn’t take much more than this. Then, invite her up to your room to enjoy the free movie with you. Choose your movie wisely.

Both deals are open for the entire month of February. The booking code for “Cupid Is Stupid” is PCPL, and the code for “Sweet Savings” is PSSP.

Kimpton’s rub down will make every day Valentine’s Day

by Tom Johansmeyer on

Nobody should have to rub one out on Valentine’s Day alone … nothing is more depressing. So, let Kimpton help you get the contact you need. At 41 hotels , you can take advantage of the “Rub the One You’re with” package from February 1, 2010 through the end of March. Your stay will include a private one-hour massage instruction class. Using the whole “teach a man to fish” concept, you’ll make yourself indispensable to your spouse, boyfriend, girlfriend or casual fling, with relaxation skills that are positively addictive. Ply your new craft even after Valentine’s Day has passed with a take-home massage kit that includes Kerstin Florian organic lavender massage oil, a lavender and lemon aromatherapy candle and aromatherapy bath salts. You’ll also enjoy a bottle of champagne and complimentary overnight parking.

Says Niki Leondakis, Kimpton’s chief operating officer, “This playful package is a great way for couples to unwind this winter and create memories that will last well beyond their stay with us.”

Kimpton’s Hotel Palomar Chicago set to open with $89 nights

by Melanie Nayer on

Question: Where can you get a king-sized bed and a bottle of wine for $89 on a Saturday night? (Hint: it’s not your parent’s house)

Answer: 505 N State Street, The Kimpton Hotel Palomar, Chicago

The new boutique hotel is opening its doors on Saturday, April 24, 2010, and hosting a killer sale: $89 gets you a king-sized bed, a bottle of red or white wine, and all the amenities you’ve come to love from Kimpton (like leopard-print robes and L’Occitane bathroom amenities). You’ll pay more than $89 for dinner out so why waste time waiting for a table when you can cozy up for the night with room service? (Other packages at the Hotel Palomar are available for those who want more than a hangover, courtesy of the free bottle of wine.)

Located in Chicago’s River North district, Kimpton’s newest property will lure travelers with opening season deals and access to some of Chi-town’s coolest conveniences: Michigan Ave., Watertower Place, Navy Pier and more.

The boutique hotel will come with all the same features and amenities you’re used to from Kimpton’s including an indoor heated pool and sundeck, hosted evening wine hour, WiFi access and of course, the Kimpton “Forgot It? We Got It!” loyalty program.

Kimpton Hotels offer winter freebies

by Annie Scott on

Kimpton Hotels is offering all sorts of winter freebies at nearly 50 North American properties through March 31, 2010.

When you make your reservation, ask if your hotel has the “Spark Winter Fun” package. If so, there are extra bells and whistles you should know about! First of all, when you check in at a participating hotel, ask to play “Light Me Up.” The hotel associate will ask you a trivia question, and if you answer correctly, you’ll get a free upgrade (subject to availability). Then, when 2:00 PM rolls around, head to the lobby for free hot chocolate with marshmallows and hot apple cider. The hotel’s Wine Hour (free wine) will feature complimentary hot roasted hazelnuts and other seasonal bites, as well as wintry Wii games and Trivial Pursuit.

That’s just what’s going on at participating hotels. If you choose to book the “Spark Winter Fun” package, you’ll get a complimentary in-room movie and popcorn and a $25 food and beverage credit. If you’re booking online, enter SPARK in the rate code box and fight those winter doldrums. We love it when hotels throw in a little something extra — it makes for an even easier excuse to get away.

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Kimpton Hotels makes it personal with “MyStory” member profiles

by Scott Carmichael on

It takes a lot of creativity to stand out as a hotel nowadays. Some hotels have upgraded their minibar, others added rubber ducks to the bathtub. Kimpton Hotels took a rather creative approach by redesigning the member profile portion of their site.

Instead of just asking for your name and email address, Kimpton makes it more personal by asking for things like your pillow and floor preference. The “MyStory” site is available to all Kimpton InTouch members, their free frequent guest program. By providing this information, you’ll always have a more personal touch added to your room.

The InTouch program itself is rather generous, and awards you free night after just 7 visits (or 20 nights). You become an “Inner Circle” elite member after 15 visits (or 45 nights). In addition to free nights, InTouch members even get up to $10 free mini bar credits ($15 in New York).