By Paul E. Kandarian, Globe Correspondent
If you find yourself near a Sofitel, a world-wide chain of luxury hotels, around Valentine's Day, you can snag a deal with the Sofitel Magnifique Romance package, which runs until the end of February and includes a discount room rate, chocolate of flowers upon arrival, a bottle of champagne, in-room breakfast and late check out.
Among the properties featuring the package:
Sofitel, Washington, D.C., on Lafayette Square in the heart of the city, with rates starting at $270; Sofitel Montreal Golden Mile, in an area known for art galleries, museum and high-end shopping, rates starting at $253; Sofitel Chicago Water Tower, set alongside the windy city's famous Magnificent Mile and hard by Lake Michigan, rates starting at $245; Sofitel Paris Le Fauborg, a five-star property in arguably the world's most romantic city, near the Champs-Elysees, the Louvre and boutiques of the Saint-Honore district, rates starting at $470; Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam, set between two iconic canals, a historic property dating from the 15th century and recently renovated, rates starting at $431; and Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese, in the center of Rome, a five-star property close to the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain and designer shops, rates starting at $364 a night.
