Hotel du Lacis an impeccably produced BBC television adaptation of Anita Brookner's Booker ... more
Prize-winning novel. Middle-aged writer Edith Hope has fled London and romantic disappointment to find sanctuary at a luxury hotel on a Swiss Lake, but finding n...
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Edith Hope, a romantic fiction writer, only wants to love and be loved. But is it ever ... more
that simple?Anita Brookner's gentle, contemplative novel walked away with the Booker Prize in 1984 and just two years later this most faithful of productions - with ...
Hotel du Lacis an impeccably produced BBC television adaptation of Anita Brookner's Booker ... more
Prize-winning novel. Middle-aged writer Edith Hope has fled London and romantic disappointment to find sanctuary at a luxury hotel on a Swiss Lake, but finding n...
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In the heart of the lush Correze region, the hotel offers a peaceful and picturesque ... more
setting for an overnight stay or a family holiday. Hotel Du Lac features uniquely styled and appointed rooms and a choice of double bed or twin beds. From breakfast to dinner, the chef serves tasty cuisine with traditional, local flavours and the restaurant offers a relaxing gourmet experience with a lovely view of the Lac des Barriousses.
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The hotel Du Lac, an old lakeside sheep farm built in 1599, offers the ideal location to ... more
enjoy the Ariège area famous for its castles, gourmet cuisine and lovely walks in the countryside. Renovated in 2005, this charming hotel features a restaurant and a terrace with a view of the lake and fully equipped and modern rooms ( flat screen TV, wifi, ac…). Some of the rooms also look onto the lake.
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Nestled in beautiful gardens by the banks of a lake, this family-run hotel offers ... more
picturesque views in a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere.The hotel's location is ideal for exploring the nearby countryside attractions; The Hohes Venn nature reserve, Langlauf courses and various ski slopes are all nearby. And, after a day spent walking by the lake or biking through the nearby forest routes, you can relax in the hotel's sauna and fitness centre, which are available to you free of charge. Parking is available at the hotel free of charge.
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Located right on the lake shore, the Grand Hotel du Lac in Vevey offers spectacular views ... more
of Lake Geneva and a grand, noble atmosphere.Taste refined cuisine in the restaurant or on the terrace, enjoying the superb views.Spend restful nights in your elegantly furnished room and start the day at the rich breakfast buffet.In summer, plunge into the outdoor pool and relax under the warm sun in the garden.A wide range of wellness treatments is available at the Grand Hotel du Lac for rejuvenating body and soul.
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Situated on the lakeside, a stone's throw from the centre of Lugano, the Hotel du Lac ... more
hotel offers splendid views over the Lugano Bay and a great outdoor swimming pool.All of the nicely furnished rooms are directly facing the lake.The 'L'Arazzo' restaurant serves Mediterranean specialities and selected wines. The beautiful and sunny terrace is open from May to October.Keep in contact with family, friends and colleagues via the internet terminal in the lobby. Wired and wireless internet access is available in the entire hotel as well.The Hotel du Lac features an outdoor, unsecured parking (reservations not necessary). There is also a parking garage available at an additional cost (reservations necessary).
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Step out of your room and find yourself right on a private beach of the beautiful Lake ... more
Garda, without crossing any street. This is only possible at Hotel Du Lac.Enjoy Lake Garda from its most comfortable side. Hotel Du Lac offers free deck chairs and parasols in a flowery garden, right by the beach.The hotel offers 41 air-conditioned rooms of different type, for you to choose the perfect accommodation.Keep in shape at Hotel Du Lac's indoor heated pool and in the tennis court, free of charge as is the use of canoes and kayaks. If you are keen on water sports you can enjoy the hotel's safe buoy in the private small harbour or by the lake and the landing stage and boat slip, where you and also easily get into the lake with your surf boards.The Ego Wellness Centre comes with a fully equipped gym to work out all the stress, a comfortable chrome therapy area, and a relaxation area.The Beauty Area offers many professional skin-care products and treatments tailored to meet your individual meets.
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Situated in a peaceful, lush and stunning environment, the hotel presents one- of-a-kind ... more
architecture and offers excellent service and comfortable accommodation. Hôtel Du Lac features numerous services like a newsagent, entertainment Monday to Friday, 24-hour reception, and air conditioned bar and restaurant. The buffet breakfast is served from 07:00 to 10:00.The hotel boasts a privileged location 100 metres from an aquatic fitness centre and 500 metres from the casino and bowling alley.
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Hotel du Lac is set in the heart of Bellagio, overlooking the main square, opposite the ... more
dock. Here you can enjoy beautiful views and excellent food.This family-run hotel is passionately committed to making your stay on Lake Como unforgettable. The friendly team of staff are always on hand to share local knowledge and tourist information. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi access in communal areas.Your room at the du Lac is complete with all modern comforts including Satellite TV and air conditioning. Choose the Superior option for a larger room, plus a terrace or balcony with a view across the lake.Dining at du Lac is a real treat at the panoramic restaurant. Open at both lunch and dinner, it serves an eclectic mix of Italian and international cuisine. The hotel provides a free shuttle service to a partner hotel with swimming pool and another superb restaurant.
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Hotel Du Lac features a modern wellness centre, water park, and a private beach area; all ... more
included in your room rate. Enjoy delicious meals on the terrace overlooking Lake Levico.Each guest room at the Du Lac features a private terrace or balcony with a view of the lake or the surrounding greenery. Your room comes with Wi-Fi access, satellite TV, and air conditioning.Hotel Du Lac is situated in a pretty location, on the shore of the beautiful Levico Lake. Rent a pedalo or canoe to go around the lake, or a mountain bike to explore the countryside.You will love relaxing in the spa and water park, which includes saunas, a Turkish bath, and a heated swimming pool with Jacuzzi. The outdoor water park features slides and games for children. There is a host of relaxing massages and beauty treatments available.Enjoy a varied mix of regional, Italian, and international dishes at the restaurant; open at lunch and dinner. Choose from a tempting menu of fresh-fish specialities and traditional pizzas followed by a tasty dessert.Check out the new add-on option when booking and guarantee your half-board service in advance.
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Offering simple accommodation and friendly staff in Gardone Riviera, Hotel Du Lac is set ... more
in a panoramic, lakeside position on Lake Garda.You will be within easy reach of the Hruska Botanical Gardens at Hotel Du Lac. Various golf courses are located in this rich area.Set in front of the harbour, Hotel Du Lac features a snack bar, a lounge, and a panoramic patio in front of the lake. Savour regional cooking in the on-site restaurant.Rooms at Hotel Du Lac are en suite and include satellite TV. Choose a standard room or a room with a balcony and lake view. Air conditioning is available during the summer only.Take advantage of the nearby and active nightlife of Gardone Riviera.
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I first saw Hoteldu Nord as part of a double bill with a film by Jean Renoir (I forget which - though I think the brilliant Le Crime De Monsieur Lange) and I was frankly going to see the Renoir film and thought, hmmm, I'll just have to sit through Hoteldu Nord and grin and bear it. Something about the film just really didn't appeal. Then right from the opening shot that tracks down from the bridge over the canal Saint Martin and along the side of the canal to where the two lovers, played by Annabella and Jean-Pierre Aumont, settle against one another on a bench, despairing and apparently doomed I simply didn't look back. I couldn't.
Since that Sunday afternoon I have always had something of a soft spot for Hoteldu Nord. It is firmly placed in the traditional of French cinema of the thirties. Like his contemporaries, Renoir ...
Advantages: location, clean, english friendly Disadvantages: small ish rooms
Stayed here in August 2008 and I have to say it was one of the most pleasant experiences of a great trip to a great city. Set in a perfect location, 5 mins for the Eiffel Tower and great connections to all over the city. Wonderful shops and restaurants right on the doorstep. The staff are friendly and do not mind speaking English. We had a problem with our room and they sorted it straight away. It was clean, modern, quiet and comfortable and it has made me want to return soon. As with all Parisian hotels they are not massive the rooms but everything you could want is provided and if not just ask... they seemed willing to help us with anything. Breakfast was a bit expensive so we went to one of the nearby cafes. much cheaper and could sit on the street and watch the city do its thing.... ...
Advantages: good book for character study Disadvantages: doesn't help in cheering you up much
I read HotelduLac by Anita Brookner some years ago. Alex Mayer provides a brief summary of what actually happpens in the novel and he is also correct in mentioning that it is a fairly thin book. However, don't be surprised if you get small prints.
Anyway, what struck me as I was reading the novel was it's sterility and lack of life. Perhaps, it was due to the fact that I was only 14 when i read the novel. Upon further research, I found that Anita Brookner does tend to take a more feminist stance towards certain issues especially those pertaining to relationships and it shows in her style of writing and in the strength of her character.
The main character, Edith Hope, seemingly frail and in need of this holiday to nurse a broken heart, as well as, to write a novel is in fact quite resilient and will not sucuumb to being a pure ...
BBC TV adaptation of the award-winning novel by Anita Brookner, which vividly brings to life the characters and atmosphere of the elegant Hotel Du Lac. It is a production of wit, charm, and beautifully observed detail filmed amid the mountains and lakes of Switzerland.
Release details
DVD Region
DVD
Studio(s)
2 ENTERTAIN VIDEO; SONY DADC
Release date
26/05/2003
No of Discs
1
Catalogue No
BBCDVD 1226
Barcode
5014503122621
Languages
Main Language
English
Hearing Impaired Language
English
Technical information
Special Features
Photo Gallery, Producer And Director Commentary
Aspect Ratio
4:3
Sound
Dolby Digital Mono
Dubbing Sound
Dolby Digital Mono English
DVD Description
At the urging of friends, a young woman retreats to a Swiss lakefront hotel during the off-season. While there, she begins work on a novel, reflects on life, and carefully observes her fellow guests. BBC adaptation of the Anita Brookner bestseller.
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