eWire
May 22, 2002
San Francisco's Argent Hotel Launches 'Kid Korner' Program
ARGENT
KIDS GO KRAZY OVER KID’S KONCIERGE
Tykes Like Argent Hotel’s Family Programs
SAN FRANCISCO, CA—San Francisco offers family fun for daughters or sons with help from the Argent Hotel’s Kids Korner. The program, led by San Francisco’s first designated Kid’s Koncierge, offers a variety of family-friendly perks for guests at the Argent. Kid’s Koncierge John Satre offers youngsters a kiddie kit filled with fun toys, coloring books, and a pamphlet full of valuable information on San Francisco activities--perfect for entertaining the whole family. The Kids Korner program also includes a deluxe family value package including a great rate and discount coupons at many family attractions. The program also is honored at Jester’s Restaurant and Lounge, which offers a full children’s menu.
John Satre, a San Francisco resident since 1977, is the hotel’s Kid’s Koncierge. An expert on San Francisco’s famous family activities, Satre is a one-stop resource for kids and their families to learn about the exciting attractions available to them. Upon visiting John-the Kid’s Koncierge- youngsters receive a kiddie kit which includes a pamphlet full of addresses, phone numbers, ticket information and operating hours for kid-friendly restaurants, clothing stores, museums, aquariums, boat cruises, entertainment centers, theaters and even toy stores. The pamphlet also includes a joke section for a bit of extra fun. John’s kiddie kit also offers toys, coloring books, stickers, and more.
Perhaps the most popular part of the Argent’s Kids Korner program is the value mom and dad’s pocketbook enjoys with the Family Fun Package. The weekend package offers families discounts to many of the Kid’s Koncierge top recommending activities. Included are discount books for PIER 39 and The Sony Metreon, along with admission discounts to Zeum. The package also offers a complimentary breakfast for two youngsters at Jester’s Restaurant all for a rate of $179 per night (valued at $600+). Limit two coupons per package for Zeum and Metreon and one coupon book for PIER 39. Package based upon availability; exclusive of tax and restaurant gratuity. Offer valid until 12/30/02. Visit argenthotel.com or call 800-974-7477 for reservations.
Parents certainly know San Francisco is a showcase of gourmet cuisine for adults. While Jester’s Restaurant offers exquisite culinary delights for the more mature taste buds, the restaurant also offers a variety of popular kiddie items. The Kid’s Korner menu is an activity sheet with word puzzles, coloring section and comes with crayons to help keep the youngsters occupied. Kid delicacies featured on the menu include chicken fingers, peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, hamburgers or hot dogs served with "foolish" fries, grilled cheese sandwiches, and more.
The Argent Hotel stands high above San Francisco’s new downtown—the artistically cosmopolitan-chic South of Market Area (SOMA). With breathtaking floor-to-ceiling windows offering panoramic views and custom furnishings, each of the Hotel’s 667 recently remodeled guestrooms and suites are designed with metropolitan elegance in mind. Equipped for business, and designed for pleasure, The Argent Hotel offers warm, attentive service delivered with true San Francisco flair. Boutique style intimacy, grand hotel capabilities and the perfect location for both.... a treasure awaits. For more information visit our web site at www.argenthotel.com.
The Argent Hotel, managed by Destination Hotels & Resorts, is part of a collection of distinctive, independent upscale and luxury hotels and resorts in the U.S. offering exceptional recreational opportunities and conference facilities. You can visit Destination Hotels & Resorts online at www.destinationhotels.com. Travel professionals can access Destination Hotels & Resorts properties, including The Argent, on the global distribution system via the company’s chain code DN.
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