Choice Hotels offers festive holiday packages from NY to Colorado (Photos)

Choice Hotels Ascend Collection has the holidays covered for travelers looking for festive, affordable options.

Ski the Rockies, sip wine in California, or take a bite out of the Big Apple with one of these great packages:

GEM HOTELS, New York, N.Y.

The Cool Yule Package from the boutique collection of GEM Hotels offers holiday rates from a joyful $150 per night in three iconic New York City neighborhoods: SoHo, Chelsea and Midtown West. Cool Yule is valid Nov. 21 30 and Dec. 16 27.

Save more by completing GEMS Holiday-Themed Scavenger Hunt and receive a 25 percent discount on a return stay between Jan. 1 March 31, 2011. The scavenger hunt invites guests to get into the holiday spirit with fun activities. Take a picture of a holiday-themed NYC department store window or sing a Christmas carol for the front desk team as part of the hunt to earn more savings.

GEM Hotels have a neighborhood feel, with the properties energy and colors reflecting the surrounding chic art galleries, boutique shops, restaurants, nightlife and treasured historic attractions. The hotels have free Wi-Fi and guestrooms with flat-panel LCD televisions, iPod docks and Gilchrist & Soames bath amenities, among other amenities.

THE WOODLANDS INN, Wilkes-Barre, PA

Ring in 2011 with the New Years Eve Package at The Woodlands Inn nestled in the foothills of Pennsylvanias Pocono Mountains. This two-night package includes lodging, breakfast buffet, $10 worth of free slot play per person at the Mohegan Sun Casino just one mile away, and discounts at the inns restaurant and spa. Priced at $439.00 per couple, the New Years Eve 2011 Package is valid Thurs. and Fri., Dec. 30 31, or Fri. and Sat., Dec. 31 Jan. 1.

The savings continue through the New Year. The Woodlands Ski 2010 - 2011 Package invites skiers to immerse themselves in the areas natural beauty with nightly rates from $119 (weekdays) and $139 (weekends). This package includes hot breakfast buffet; $10.00 voucher for Mohegan Sun Casino; complimentary shuttle to the Mohegan Sun; and discounts for the hotel, casino and lift tickets. Valid Dec. 1, 2010, March 31, 2011.

Located in historic Wilkes Barre, The Woodlands Resort provides a scenic base from which to explore the regions renowned ski trails, sports arenas, shopping and dining. This 150-room lodging houses two restaurants, a spa, bar and lounge, nightclub, business center, ballroom and conference rooms, all set on manicured grounds next to the picturesque Laurel Run Stream.

BAECHTEL CREEK INN & SPA, Willits, CA

Pamper yourself in California Wine Country at this charming, 43-room lodging. Baechtel Creek Inn beckons with the Spa Sleepover Break Package, which includes a one- or two-night stay in a Superior Room with a complimentary bottle of Mendocino County Wine and a signature 60-minute spa treatment for two guests at the onsite Spa at Baechtel Creek. This offer is available through Dec. 31, 2010. Packages start at $280 for one night and $385 for a two-night stay, based on double occupancy.

Baechtel Creek Inn & Spa is set amidst the wineries and Redwood Forests in the historic town of Willits on Californias spectacular Mendocino Coast. Situated beside a tranquil creek, this property has free Wi-Fi and stylish guestrooms with luxurious bedding and robes. The Spa at Baechtel Creek offers the finest organic skin and body care treatments. Guests also enjoy complimentary continental breakfast. Award-winning wineries, hiking trails, golf courses, art galleries, boutique shops and the stunning Mendocino Coast are all within easy reach.

THE GOLDEN HOTEL, Golden, Colo.

Located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, in Golden, Colorado, the 62-room, pet-friendly lodge is offering a Golden Romance Package that includes deluxe accommodations for two, a bottle of wine, box of decadently delicious chocolates, $30 voucher for breakfast at the hotels Bridgewater Grill and late checkout. Rates start at $189 per night.

For more information on these and other Ascend Collection properties or to make reservations, call 800.4CHOICE or visit http://www.ascendcollection.com.

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