The Top Ten: Best Places to Read a Book At InterContinental Hotels and Resorts, guests are provided with insider knowledge to help them enjoy exciting and varied experiences when exploring somewhere new. Much like travelling, reading books opens doors to many different worlds. Whether guests prefer hard-back, paper-back or e-book, here are the top ten best places to indulge in a day of reading at InterContinental Hotels and Resorts. From luxurious nooks to gorgeous views, these spots promise to be perfect complements to the literary worlds our guests choose to explore. 1. Nest Rests at Club InterContinental InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa Club InterContinental Fiji at InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa is poised high on a plateau overlooking the azure waters of Natadola Bay. A peaceful haven at any time of the day, the poolside Nest Rests offer avid readers an intimate space to read their favourite book whilst taking in the picturesque seascapes of the Pacific Ocean, and enjoying the balmy tropical breeze. The Itokani butlers are at guests service, providing warm Fijian hospitality, cool towels and refreshing drinks. Should guests want to purchase more best-sellers after they have read all the
books they have on hand, a selection of new reads can be found at the on-site boutique. Guests can also enjoy a suite of club privileges, including afternoon tea in the Club InterContinental Lounge, sunset canapés and cocktails, and complimentary Wi-Fi. 2. Look Out Bar InterContinental The Palace Port Ghalib Resort Set on the golden shores of Port Ghalib, amongst lush landscaped gardens, swaying palms and beautiful lagoons, InterContinental The Palace Port Ghalib Resort stands out as the perfect spot for relaxation and reading. The hotel s Look Out Bar exudes elegance and grandeur, featuring soft cream walls with rich dark wood accents and beautiful mashrabiya (traditional latticed windows). The bar s romantic and opulent ambiance is carried through to its outdoor area which features a manmade salt water lagoon. Guests will feel like royalty, cocooned from the hubbub of the world whilst delving into exciting literary adventures.
3. The Balcony at La Résidence Hua Hin InterContinental Hua Hin Resort The best place to relax and unwind with a book at InterContinental Hua Hin Resort is within the private alcoves of La Résidence Hua Hin a restored 1920's standalone beach house. La Résidence Hua Hin personifies regal living, reflecting the town s Thai imperial heritage, with design inspired by the nearby Royal Summer Palace. The balconies at La Résidence Hua Hin offer uninterrupted views across the wide sands and calm waters of the renowned beachfront, allowing guests to capture the very best of the Hua Hin sunrise. It features two stylish bedrooms, furnished with local art and Thai design, with large en-suite marble-finished bathrooms and separate living and dining areas. A spacious garden, infinity pool and full-time live in personal butler on call 24 hours a day ensure a truly luxurious reading experience.
4. Semiramis Pavilion InterContinental Cairo Semiramis InterContinental Semiramis s multi-functional meeting centre, the Semiramis Pavilion, provides the perfect environment for executives to unwind after a busy conference. As well as a number of contemporary and high-tech meeting rooms, its library is equipped with more than 400 books spanning an array of topics, including art, geography, Egyptian history and culture in five different languages (English, Arabic, German, French and Italian). Decorated by stone-carved sculptures which immortalise Egypt s great philosophers, it brings together centuries of knowledge in one of Cairo s most iconic hotels.
5. Author s Suite - InterContinental Dubai Festival City InterContinental Dubai Festival City is the proud home of the annual Emirates Airlines Festival of Literature, which brings together renowned international authors. It is only fitting that the hotel has named one of its best suites the Author s Suite, which becomes a green room for all the authors during the annual festival. Each year, all the authors are invited to sign a canvas which is then hung on display in the suite, and a number of key authors are also known to sign and leave a copy of their latest tome for guests to enjoy too, making it the perfect haven of inspiration for guests who want to channel their inner literati.
6. Sydney s InterContinental Le Vendôme Beirut With world-class dining and entertainment, and interiors inspired by French chateaux, InterContinental Le Vendôme Beirut is a boutique hotel synonymous with elegance. A landmark in the Lebanese capital, its signature restaurant, Sydney s, is celebrated for great food, drinks and wonderful cocktails, all of which can be enjoyed with a spectacular view over the Mediterranean Sea. Welcoming Lebanon s trendsetters and celebrities, guests can pick a cosy corner of Sydney s to enjoy their latest read, in a setting rich with its own stories and history.
7. Library At the Club Intercontinental Lounge ANA InterContinental Tokyo ANA InterContinental Tokyo s Club InterContinental Lounge, located on the 35th floor of the InterContinental Tokyo, has one of the largest club lounge spaces (600sqm) among hotels in Japan. Bibliophiles the world over will find reading a delight in this calm, contemporary space. Apart from being home to an extensive selection of local and international books and publications, its library also features a 65-inch flat screen with wireless BOSE headphones. Ultimate comfort is guaranteed with the contemporary Fritz Hansen Egg Chairs which are available throughout the lounge, as guests indulge in the book of their choice.
8. Club InterContinental Lounge InterContinental Singapore A landmark in the heart of historic Bugis, InterContinental Singapore is the city-state s only Peranakan*- inspired luxury hotel with décor, ornate art and tapestry drawing from Peranakan culture. Guests visiting the hotel s Club InterContinental Lounge will feel at home in a grand living room-style space which mimics a home away from home. The Club InterContinental Lounge was converted from existing shophouse rooms and is decked in timeless furnishings, elaborate carvings, rich tapestries and intricate ceramics which invoke Peranakan culture and the ambience of old Singapore. Guests are invited to delve into Singapore s history in its library which contains a wealth of books on the subject, amongst an array of other literary genres. *Peranakan is a collective term referring to the Straits-Chinese culture of the Indonesian archipelago, Malaysian Peninsular and Singapore.
9. Sunset Beach Bar & Grill at InterContinental Bali Resort Strung between two gently arching palms in the sprawling beachfront gardens of InterContinental Bali Resort and overlooking the tranquil Jimbaran Bay, lies an ideally-located hammock for an indulgent day of reading. This haven of calm is surrounded by frangipanis, bougainvillea, oleanders and orchids where guests are served by friendly and unobtrusive Balinese staff. After a day immersed in a good read, guests can round off a perfect day by enjoying tasty local specialties served at the resort s Sunset Beach Bar & Grill.
10. The L_o_n_g Bar at InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort Designed by renowned architect Bill Bensley, InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort in Vietnam lies on a sloping mountainside, cascading down from the top of a mountain to the sea and ties together Vietnamese design with modern architectural flair. Guests can look forward to a peaceful, tropical day relaxing with their favourite read at the resort s L_o_n_g Bar. A stylish and vibrant setting, this extra-long bar provides uninterrupted views of the hotel s private beach. Book lovers can indulge in colourful cocktails, created by the beachfront bar s resident mixologist, and sumptuous canapés.