Premier Hotels & Resorts - Winter/Spring 2009 - (Page 58) Athens GREECE Life Gallery Life Gallery, acquired by bluegr Mamidakis Hotels in 2004, is in the sophisticated Athens suburb of Ekali and opens the gate to the 21st century. The hotel’s contemporary design includes glass, wood and steel that have been molded together to form sleek, minimalist lines throughout. Often, the outdoors blend seamlessly with the hotel’s interiors, where walkways, passages and public spaces are free from glass enclosure. Surrounding cedar and pine trees, calming pools and zen gardens add to the tranquil ambience. At Life Gallery, guests choose from 24 Deluxe Rooms, three Art Studios and two Junior Suites. All command unobstructed views from furnished balconies and are decorated with soothing, earthy colors. The minimalist theme continues in the guest rooms; flat-screen TVs are set into the smooth, paneled walls, and furnishings are kept simple to maintain the tranquil atmosphere. Guests of Life Gallery enjoy dining at the Wine Gallery restaurant, which offers 227 wines to complement its global cuisine. In summer months, patrons enjoy alfresco dining. The perfect place for after-dinner aperitifs, the Pisco Sour Bar radiates with energy as a DJ pulses music from countries all over the world. For indulgence and relaxation, Ananea Spa offers a wide range of services, including Ayurvedic face and body treatments, Reiki healing, hot stone and Thai massages, and houses a vitality pool, a steam room, sauna, mini-gym and other facilities. For meetings and other group events, Life Gallery boasts the fully equipped Agora conference room and the Avaton boardroom, which can accommodate 110 and 20 guests, respectively. RELAXATION is the aim at Life Gallery (above left). Sleek, linear décor is featured in public spaces (left) and guest rooms (below). Ananea Spa promotes wellness (below center). Life Gallery’s unique ‘70s-style façade (bottom). Ratings/Reviews: Five-star. Accommodations: 29 rooms and suites. Rates: From 230 per room per night (excludes taxes and service). Location/Airport: In Ekali, a 20-minute drive from International Airport, 5 minutes from Kifissia, and 20 minutes from Athens city center. Meetings/Event Facilities: The Agora conference room and Avaton boardroom can accommodate up to 110 and 20 guests, respectively, and are equipped with state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment. Recreation: Ananea Spa, Pisco Sour Bar, swimming pool. Room Amenities: Mini-bar, safe-deposit box, airconditioning, satellite and interactive TV system with flat-screen TV, spacious sitting area. Luxury Services: 24-hour room service, twice daily maid service, in summer months, superb outdoor alfresco dining. Address: 103 Thisseos Avenue, Ekali - Athens, GR 145 78, Greece Phone: (30) 210 626 0400 Fax: (30) 210 622 9353 Website: www.bluegr.com E-mail: info-lifegallery@bluegr.com GDS: Amadeus, LW ATH813; Sabre, LW 28789; Galileo, LW 62069; Worldspan, LW 0813 General Manager: Mr. Anastase Ghionis Affiliations: Design Hotels, The Leading Small Hotels of the World, Ltd. Special Offer N For minimum three-night stay: 25 allowance for all therapies at Ananea spa N 10% discount on beverages N Welcome drink N Full breakfast daily N Free open-air parking 58 PREMIER HOTELS & RESORTS | Winter/Spring 2009 http://www.bluegr.com http://www.bluegr.com
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