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Palazzo Versace Frommer's Recommended

Address
94 Sea World Dr
Location Around Town
Phone 1800/098 000 in Australia, 07/5509 8000
Fax 07/5509 8888
Web site www.palazzoversace.com
Room Information 205 units, 72 condos
Prices A$425-A$855 (US$383-US$770/£191-£385) double; A$500-A$1,135 (US$450-US$1,022/£225-£511) double suite; A$3,000-A$4,000 (US$2,700-US$3,600/£1,350-£1,800) Imperial suite
Credit Cards AE, DC, MC, V
In Room Amenities A/C, TV w/pay movies, dataport, minibar, fridge, coffeemaker, hair dryer, iron, safe, Jacuzzi, PlayStation

Frommer's Review

You almost have to see this to believe it. In the unlikely location of the Australian Gold Coast, fashion designer Donatella Versace has created a tribute to her late brother, Gianni, in the form of an extravagantly opulent resort, furnished exclusively with Versace gear. You'll either love it or hate it -- there's no in between. Everything was imported from Italy, from the river stones that pave the porte-cochere to the massive antique chandelier that dominates the vast, marbled lobby. Vaulted ceilings are hand-detailed in gold, and huge marble columns dominate. The rooms are decorated in four colors (red, blue, gold, and orange), and are less confronting than the public areas. Everything in them -- furniture, cutlery, crockery, toiletries, the lot -- is Versace (either from the housewares collection or specially created for the hotel). Many of the rooms overlook the huge pool, the Broadwater (a stretch of ocean), and the marina. As you'd expect, everything is beautifully appointed, and you'll enjoy strolling the corridors lined with Gianni's artwork and designs. There's an extensive spa and health club in the basement. You can choose from eight room types (Donatella stays in the A$4,000/US$3,600/£1,800 Imperial Suite) or from a pool of two- and three-bedroom condominiums. All rooms and suites have Jacuzzis; condos have kitchens. And of course, should you get the urge to shop, there's a Versace boutique.

Facilities: 3 restaurants; 2 bars; saltwater heated lagoon pool and 27 other pools (some exclusive to condos); health club and spa; wet and dry sauna; concierge; tour desk; business center; salon; 24-hr. room service; massage; laundry service; dry cleaning; nonsmoking rooms

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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