Hotels Modesto

Originally founded in 1870, Modesto was originally a stop on the railroad connecting Sacramento to Los Angeles. In the heart of one of the greatest agricultural areas in the country, the San Joaquin Valley and with the railroad and a river nearby and the development of many dams, the town of Modesto grew rapidly into the vibrant city that it is today. As the county seat of Stanislaus County, Modesto still maintains an atmosphere of old-fashioned hospitality with friendly helpful people, great traditions and a multi-cultural lifestyle.

Modesto experiences a wonderfully mild climate that makes it attractive for visitors at any time of the year. The very warm, dry summers and cool damp winters makes outdoor activities enjoyable all year round. The climate, together with some of the world's richest soils, makes this a leading producer of dairy products, nuts, wine grapes and poultry products. The Hotels Modesto offer provides guests with an opportunity to revel in this bounty. Visitors in the spring will delight in the sight and smells of orchards in full bloom while harvest season takes place from May to November. During this period, guests can enjoy freshly picked produce at thriving Farmer's Markets or at stalls along the road.

The Hotels Modesto has to offer, include access to all the amenities and the diversity of this metropolitan city. Located on Highway 99, it is easily accessible from anywhere in California. Many parks and dams are ideal for picnicking while golf courses, antique shops, restaurants and museums are in plentiful supply. River rafting, jet skiing and hiking are available for the more energetic guests. Other tourist attractions include the Gallo Center for the Arts, McHenry Mansion and McHenry Museum, the Modesto Symphony orchestra and the E & J Gallo Winery, the largest producer and exporter of California wines. Just to the west of Modesto, over the coastal mountains lies San Francisco while to the east, guests to Modesto Hotels are close to the foot hills that house the famed Mother Lode gold country, the majestic Sierra Nevada mountain range and Yosemite National Park.

Some of the Hotels Modesto offers are perfectly situated for guests to enjoy the annual summer revival of the movie American Graffiti written by one of their own, George Lucas. This 1973 cult classic is based on his life and experiences growing up in the city. This month-long festival draws thousands of visitors to enjoy the showings of the movie, concerts and parades and car enthusiasts along with hundreds of vintage and classic cars.

Many of the Hotels Modesto provides are situated downtown with easy access to the business district as well as wonderful restaurants, shopping, clubs and pubs. Others are located in the suburbs while yet other hotels are conveniently located for easy access to Yosemite National Park.

The most desirable Hotels Modesto has to offer include all the modern amenities and facilities to ensure a comfortable stay. Guest rooms at the Doubletree Hotel Modesto, for example, ensure a goodnight's sleep with one king or two queen-size beds, a coffee maker, hairdryer and an iron and ironing board. Business guests are well catered for with dual telephone lines with data port access, free internet access and a work desk with a lamp and comfortable chair. A full kitchen is also provided which includes a refrigerator and a microwave.

Many Hotels Modesto provide swimming pools, Jacuzzis and fitness centers with cardiovascular equipment and free weights. Daily newspapers, wake-up calls and a business center with fax and photocopying facilities ensure business guests have all they need to conduct business efficiently at their disposal. Free complimentary breakfast and free local phone calls are common while some of the Hotels Modesto offers are pet friendly. Other facilities and amenities available to guests at most Hotels Modesto include non-smoking guest rooms, facilities for the disabled, laundry and valet services, television with cable channels in each room, on-site parking and room service.

Some of the Hotels Modesto offers include beautifully decorated lobbies with lounges, bars and fine in-house restaurants. Serving traditional and contemporary American cuisine, in house restaurants save guests the trouble of going out after a tiring day and finding a suitable eatery. Lounges and bars provide the perfect space to relax and unwind, meet up with friends or colleagues and enjoy a nice cold drink or a cup of hot coffee.

The Modesto Center Plaza connected to the Doubletree Hotel provides meeting and conference space for 1,200 guests. With plenty of accommodation, modern audio-visual equipment and well qualified conference staff, all events are guaranteed to be a success. Other hotels also provide meeting space but not as large and for as many guests as the Center Plaza.

The Hotels Modesto offer are vibrant, modern, conveniently located and provide all the modern amenities and facilities to ensure that guests are treated to a comfortable stay with old fashioned traditional hospitality and service. Close to so many wonderful natural parks, rivers and dams and verdant productive agricultural lands, both business and leisure guests to any of the Hotels Modesto will enjoy the combination of country life with access to all a big city has to offer.