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While flat-screen TVs, wireless Internet and iPod stations have become standard amenities at many hotels, some innovators are hoping to attract guests with high-tech gadgets like Moodpads and automated holland america europe cruises espresso machines. With features that include electronic room privacy settings and spa reservations at the touch of a button, technology may be the latest secret to getting a more relaxing stay.
Citizen M, Amsterdam Each room at this boutique budget holland america europe cruises hotel comes equipped with a Moodpad, a tablet that lets guests control music, blinds and even the color of the lights. Doubles from $77; citizenm.com .
Peninsula, Tokyo Japanese hotels are famously tech-savvy; rooms in this luxury holland america europe cruises tower feature Internet radio, digital panels showing the weather forecast and automated espresso machines. Doubles from $784; peninsula.com .
Aria Resort Casino City Center, Las Vegas Rooms feature bedside touchscreens for controlling shades, lighting, temperature and TV, as well as an electronic do-not-disturb sign. Doubles from $129; arialasvegas.com .
Montage Deer Valley, Park City, Utah At this LEED certified ski resort, TVs with Control 4 technology operate lighting, temperature, privacy settings, energy-efficiency and the cozy fireplace that s in every room. Doubles from $295; montagedeervalley.com .
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