Location and Access – Brasilia is one of the most famous “planned” cities in the World and the St Moritz is of course in a hotel zone. It is within walking distance of several of the city’s sights, but it has to be said that Brasilia does not seem to have been designed with the pedestrian in mind. Within the immediate vicinity of the hotel are a couple of small bars and a very tiny convenience store. Eateries can be found in a large mall (Shopping Conjunto Nacional) across the road (accessed by a steep flight of concrete steps and across a large car park). 20 to 25 minutes by car from Brasilia Airport

Google Earth – The hotel can be seen on Street View

Architectural Style – A high rise 20 (21) storey building surrounded by similar

Reception – Check in and check out dealt with efficiently and professionally. As I speak no Portuguese, I found the front of house staff very helpful in ordering room service and also assisting with a complicated check in for a flight

Public Areas – There is a small manicured garden at the entrance with a water feature. In the reception area comfortable settees. On the roof top an enclosed very contemporary dining room and an open area with splash pool, sunbathing, steam room and jacuzzi (extra cost for the latter) all with fantastic city views. Décor and maintenance all clean and fresh. 4 lifts operated by key card for security were reasonably efficient serving floors up to floor 20 and a separate lift connecting floor 20 to the roof top

Guest Rooms – Mine was on the 12th floor and had a kitchenette with huge fridge, microwave and breakfast bar a bedroom with seating area and a bathroom. The shower in particular will linger long in my memory with an unlimited powerful supply of hot water

Furnishings and fittings were all of good quality and cleanliness excellent

Unfortunately, a few negative points. No tea or coffee making facilities. The TV was in an awkward situation and needed two remote controls to work - changing channels was problematic as was adjusting volume – and in any case only one English language channel. WiFi was OK. The close proximity of the next door apartment block meant that if the bathroom door was open or net curtains pulled back privacy was somewhat compromised!

Food Offering - During my stay the restaurant was open for breakfast only. This was generally excellent quality although only a small range of hot items and no eggs cooked to order. I ordered room service on two occasions and as the hotel was full there was a long wait for delivery. Price quantity and quality was however very good

Value for Money – I was content with the amount I paid bearing in mind the ridiculously high cost of hotel accommodation in other capital cities around the World

X Factor – Sited in a fairly central location the hotel is a great base for anyone wanting to explore the city. However, it seemed to me that there are few restaurants and bars, nightlife or entertainment options within walking distance