“Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc, in a franchise agreement with Libertador Hotels, Resorts & Spas, today announced the opening of Hotel Paracas, a Luxury Collection Resort, marking the debut of the first of three Luxury Collection hotels opening in Peru over the next two years. Ideally located on Peru's pristine southern Pacific coast and surrounded by the Paracas National Reserve and the Ballestas Islands, Hotel Paracas features 120 guest rooms with private terraces, a 5,000 square foot spa, two outdoor pools, more than 5,000 square feet of event space and two signature restaurants and lounges. The Luxury Collection and Libertador will also soon unveil Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa in the sacred valley of Urubamba followed by the 2011 opening of Palacio del Inka, a Luxury Collection Hotel in Cusco, the capital of the ancient Incan Empire. Each spectacular property will seamlessly integrate local customs, culture and natural influences to offer global travelers unique and exceptional experiences in one of Latin America's most culturally diverse destinations.
A scenic three-hour drive south of Lima, Hotel Paracas offers limitless opportunities to experience Peru's rich history and natural wonders. Guests can enjoy one of the world's largest wildlife reserves from a private 52-foot luxury yacht with excursions to the Ballestas Islandsand the Paracas Nature Reserve, a 900,000-acre marine park along the country's pristine southern Pacific coast. Guests are also invited to explorethe region's mesmerizing Nazca Lines, one of ancient Peru's most impressive petroglyphs in the desert, which can be best experienced via the hotel's private airplane.
Designed by world renowned architect Bernardo Fort-Bresciawith interiors by Caparra Entelman & Associates, Hotel Paracas is inspired by the region's ecological wonders, stunning Pacific setting and diverse heritage. Combining rich imported fabrics with indigenous textiles and ceramics to reflect Peru's heritage, the interiors feature subtle yet striking bamboo and rattan accents to complement the seaside surroundings and offer a soothing yet luxurious environment. Guest rooms feature private terraces with breathtaking views of the Pacific, 400-thread Peruvian cotton sheets and locally sourced wood furniture. Abstract designs on fabrics and floor coverings reflect the geometric patterns found on ancient Paracas textiles created by the Pre-Incan ancient Paracas people who are celebrated for their advanced textile manufacturing skills. Guests can choose from three types of rooms including bungalows, villas, and chalets. All rooms offer state-of-the-art modern technology, including 37" LCD TVs, Wi-Fi enabled-high speed Internet access and iPod docking stations.
Libertador Hotels, Resorts & Spas is Peru's largest hotel owner and operator and in collaboration with Starwood will debut the first Westin in South America with the opening of Libertador Westin Lima by the end of 2010” (CS della Società).
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