Situated just 25 minutes from the Bordeaux-Merignac Airport, Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa provides the ideal environment for professional events, functions and meetings. With 1000m² of dedicated events space, including 13 meeting and conference rooms and four foyers, the hotel offers an unparalleled level of luxury, elegance and service in the heart of the city.

Accommodating up to 120 people, the rooms are naturally lit and fully equipped with the latest state-of-the-art technology including high-definition screens and video projectors. Dating back to 1904, the Sauternes room is a listed room in its own right and has been renovated to create a multi-functional space for professional events, meetings, fashion presentations, parties and cocktail receptions.

The hotel offers all the equipment and various services required for a successful event with its 19th century Belle Epoque-style brasserie 'The Bordeaux', which offers lunch or dinner in a relaxed ambience; and the NUXE Spa Les Bains de Léa with panoramic wraparound roof terrace, where guests can relax and unwind after an action-packed day of meetings.

Located at the apex of the world's largest area of fine wine vineyards, Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa has developed strong relationships with the region's wine estates.

The hotel's dedicated Wine Concierge Service can offer an in-depth programme of activities; from handling all the logistics for luxury tours or private tastings to providing groups with exclusive access to the finest grand cru wineries and a wide range of appellations, such as Margaux, St-Julien, St-Estèphe, Pauillac, St-Emilion, Pessac-Léognan and Sauternes.

With its excellent service standards and amenities, Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa is a leading destination for glamorous and elegant business meetings and corporate events. General Manager Yan Vacher is responsible for overseeing the hotel's impressive conference and sales team of 7 highly-trained employees, who are challenged with creating the ultimate in bespoke meetings, events and weddings.

The hotel has created a new package for groups. Available from 2 June to 15 July and 8 September to 31 October, the package* is priced from €280 (approx. £228) per night and includes:

• A single room including daily breakfast at 'The Bordeaux' brasserie

• Wine Experience Cocktail upon arrival

• Lunch or dinner at 'The Bordeaux' brasserie with signature menu created by Executive Chef Stéphane Carrade

• Free Wifi access Clients can also opt for the 'Daily Delegate' option** priced at €95 (approx. £77), excluding accommodation and breakfast. BA flies from London, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds and Manchester to Bordeaux daily.

*Offer valid for new bookings and for a minimum of 10 rooms booked. Members of the group who wish to stay an additional night will be offered the group rate of €280

**Excludes signed or current contracts

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Notes to the editor:

Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa Located in France's South-West region, Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa, overseen by Yan Vacher, is situated in the centre of the city, in La Place de La Comédie square overlooking Le Grand Théâtre.

The hotel offers its local and international clientele a gastronomic experience in Le Bordeaux brasserie, with outdoor terrace overseen by Stéphane Carrade, and 'L'Orangerie', a buzzing space in the heart of the hotel. Les Bains de Léa Spa, offers treatments by acclaimed French beauty brand NUXE.

Bathed with natural light throughout, the spa leads out onto a terrace, offering exceptional views across the rooftops of Bordeaux.

Originally designed by Victor Louis in the 18th century, Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa re-opened at the end of 2007, after a full redesign overseen by internationally acclaimed interior designer Jacques Garcia. Bordeaux's Palace hotel, Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa, boasts an unparalleled level of luxury and elegance in the city, steeped in cultural heritage. www.ghbordeaux.com/uk/index.php

For more information please contact: Victoria Henson or Daisy Christie Peretti Communications Tel: +44 (0)20 7244 1941 daisy.c@peretti.com / victoria.h@peretti.com

Claire Casimir PR Manager Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa Tel: +335 5730 4331 Claire.Casimir@ghbordeaux.com