Celtic Manor Resort - Venue of the 2010 Ryder Cup

Nestled in the beautiful Usk Valley in South Wales, only two hours from London, The Celtic Manor Resort is a luxurious destination on a grand scale. Within its 1,400 acres of parkland are a wealth of facilities, set against a backdrop of panoramic views. This vast estate offers a private and luxurious retreat for its guests - a special place to relax and indulge. The sumptuous five star Resort Hotel offers opulent surroundings, starting with the soaring atrium with its stunning carved wooden dragons which greet guests on their arrival. The traditional comfort and refined elegance creates an atmosphere of informal luxury, which is complemented by the seamless service. There are a wide variety of room types to choose from with everything from superior doubles to luxury suites, many offering spectacular views over the golf courses and Severn Estuary. Those who prefer a little heritage will enjoy a stay at the four star 19th century Manor House, where the traditional period styling has been preserved throughout. There are four-poster beds for the romantics among you and deluxe family rooms are available for guests who require a little more space to unwind. As you would expect of the next Ryder Cup venue (the prestigious event will be staged here in 2010), the golfing facilities here are exceptional, with three stunning championship courses including the new Twenty Ten, providing a challenge to even the most experienced of golfers. There is also a world-class Golf Academy recognised as one of Europe's leading centres of excellence, which offers a comprehensive programme of individual and group tuition. Two luxurious spas invoke a sense of wellbeing, offering a sanctuary for relaxation and the finest treatments from luxury beauty houses Elemis, Clarins and Payot. The Forum is the Resort's largest spa and is situated in the Resort Hotel, while the smaller but perfectly formed Clarins Health Spa can be found at The Lodge, one of two golf clubhouses at the Resort. Exuding luxury and exclusivity, here you can sample paradise on earth, the ultimate in pampering with time and space for individual attention. Ensuring total parental relaxation, The Forum also offers its own children's crèche, The Hideaway Club, a complete entertainment centre for children from birth to 11 years of age, operating under the supervision of fully qualified staff. A new Games Room also provides entertainment for older children (and their parents!) with a range of activities including air hockey, table football and snooker. In addition, numerous outdoor pursuits including clay pigeon shooting, tennis, mountain biking and woodland walking trails, make The Celtic Manor Resort a perfect destination to relax with family or friends. Venue for The 2010 Ryder Cup, the five star Celtic Manor Resort is situated in the beautiful Usk Valley, South Wales. It boasts world-class golf, leisure and business facilities and a choice of two hotels, which serve as the luxurious starting point for the most complete resort experience . The hotel provides facilities like Airport transfer, Dry cleaning, Room service, Baby sitting service, Games room, Room service - 24 hrs, Ballroom, Gift shop, Safe deposit box, Banquet facilities, Golf course, Secretarial services, Bar, Gym / Fitness facilities, Smoke-free hotel, Barbecue area, Internet access - High-Speed, Spa Services (Massage, Facial, Steam Room, etc.), Internet access - Wireless, Solarium, Beauty Salon/Hairdresser, Laundry service, Billiards, Swimming pool indoor, Lift / Elevator, Business centre, Lobby, Table tennis, Tennis court, Children's facilities, All Non-smoking rooms, Concierge, Parking facilities Free, Conference facilities, Currency exchange, Disabled facilities, Reception, Doctor on call, Restaurant.