The Pillars Named Top Hotel in Florida

The Pillars Hotel in Fort Lauderdale is pleased to announce that it has been voted the top hotel in Florida by readers of Conde Nast Traveler magazine.

2012-11-06

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, November 06, 2012 (Press-News.org) The November 2012 Conde Nast Traveler, one of the world's most respected travel magazines, published the results of its prestigious 25th annual Readers' Choice Awards. The Pillars Hotel was selected as the number one hotel in Florida receiving an overall score of 93.9 out of 100.

This year a record 46,476 readers participated in this unique survey known for its global reach and qualified traveler opinions. Readers gave The Pillars marks of over 90 out of a 100 in all 5 areas. For service the hotel earned a score of 95.7, for rooms 91.3, for design 91.3, for food 90.9 and a remarkable 100 points for location.

"We are very thankful to all those who participated in the survey and shared their opinion about their stay at The Pillars Hotel," says owner Michael Landry. "We realize that everyone has a different idea about "best". Guests who stay at The Pillars are looking for a more intimate and quiet experience. Online reviews about the hotel suggest that our guests appreciate our high level of personal service more than anything else."

Over the past few years, The Pillars has made a number of substantial improvements to the property. These changes include an expansion of the common area, the creation of larger more comfortable suites, the addition of a formal dining room, wine bar and elegant new lobby/lounge area.

These upgrades have paid off. In 2012 the hotel was listed on Conde Nast Traveler's Gold list of 500 top hotels in the world and as the number 14 among small hotels in the United States by Conde Nast Traveler readers. Also, in 2011 and 2012 The Pillars was awarded the TripAdvisor "Certificate of Excellence".

The Pillars Hotel is a boutique property with 18 rooms and suites located in Fort Lauderdale and a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World. Since opening 12 years ago the hotel has earned a reputation for exceptional individual service and outstanding dining reminiscent of the finest European boutique inns.

Website: http://pillarshotel.com

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