Design hotels are the balance between the bizarre quality of concept hotels, and the standard services of a traditional hotel. These hotels are created by world-renowned interior designers who meticulously plan and craft every avant-garde room. Some feature abstract lighting displays while others have rain showers, vintage art and photography, and of course, life-size chess boards, because why not?
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'19oct31
PURO
Gdańskmore
Located in the city center on the Granary Island, PURO Gdansk is a functional work of art. It is the fourth offering of the hip Polish hotel brand PURO. The hotel's facade is modern with large glass surfaces but it follows the traditional architectural shapes of Gdansk. London-based creative studio ...

'19oct23
Hotel Indigo
Warsawmore
The city of Warsaw quite literally rose from its ashes after the Second World War, and so did the Branicki Residential House, also known as Smolna40. It was bombed and robbed and it has been completely rebuilt after the war. This picturesque eclectic building is where the iconic Hotel Indigo ...

'19sep11
Haslla Art World
Museum Hotelmore
Located on the boardwalk in Gangneung, South Korea, the Haslla Art World Museum Hotel was created to be a piece of artwork itself. The architecture and design represents a harmonious balance between art and nature. There are 24 unique guestrooms inside. The areas in the front of the hotel feature ...

'19jul8
Hotel EMC2
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You might have guessed it from the name: this hotel is for all the geeks out there. Referring to Albert Einstein's famous equation, EMC2 is an art-and-science-themed hotel “geared toward both left- and right-brained guests” for a unique experience. The concept behind EMC2 was inspired by Northwestern Chicago where the ...

'19jun10
Vik Chile
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If there’s anything that goes better together than wine and cheese, it’s wine and luxury hotels. Set in the Colchagua Valley and surrounded by vineyards, Vik Chile is a remote escape where you can slow down and relax over a glass of fine wine. The place is a brainchild of ...

'19may31
Hotel
Nordoymore
If you could time-travel, would you? If the answer is yes, you can get a taste of the past at Hotel Nordoy. Built in 1925, in heart of the historic Tel Aviv neighborhood of Nachlat Binyamin, Hotel Nordoy is the oldest continuously operating hotel in the city. Not just that ...

'19may30
Ovolo
Nishimore
The eco-friendly Ovolo Nishi in Canberra is a designer hotel through and through. From the attention-grabbing exteriors to spectacular interiors, this hotel is the epitome of cool. Safe to say, sustainability never looked better. The rooms are furnished with locally salvaged and restored vintage furniture and all artworks are original. ...

'19may8
St. Martenslane
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Located in one of the oldest cities in Holland, Maastricht, the Hotel St. Martenslane is a charmingly small hotel in a convenient location. While the hotel isn’t grand in size, the 13 rooms are certainly comfortable and spacious. Guests can choose to stay in a medium room, large room, x-large ...

'19apr30
Club Hotel
Casapueblomore
Unlike any other hotel on Mansa Beach in Punta Ballena, the Hotel Casapueblo stands out with its Mediterranean style architecture inspired by the nest of the hornero bird. The hotel was designed by Carlos Páez Vilaró, a renowned Uruguayan artist and it used to be his summer house as well ...

'19mar26
Locanda
La Gelsominamore
Wondering where to go for your next yoga or wellness retreat? Forget the usual suspects and head to this under-the-radar yoga destination in… Malta. Set right in the heart of the picturesque town called Birgu, a stone throw away from the historical capital of Valletta, Locanda La Gelsomina is housed ...

'19mar20
BLOC Hotel
Birminghammore
BLOC Hotel Birmingham is all about that comfort. From easy public transport access to cleverly designed rooms, everything about this place is thought out to make things simple and convenient. Throw in a bit of that sleek urban design and some tech novelty, and you’ve got a pretty solid choice ...

'19jan11
PUBLIC
Hotelmore
For something that’s called Public Hotel, this place is pretty damn exclusive. Actually, forget exclusive. This place is fabulous. But despite extravagant looks, Public Hotel is actually very decently priced (if you can say that anything is decently priced in New York). The modest pricing is a conscious choice of ...

'19jan4
Hotel Jakarta
Amsterdammore
The fascination with Indonesia is high in the Netherlands. In addition to the countless Indonesian restaurants, Amsterdam has now gotten its very own 4-star hotel inspired by the mixing of the two cultures. And very appropriately, the hotel is set at the IJ river, where ships used to leave for ...

'18dec4
Backstage Hotel
Zermattmore
Located in the mountains of Switzerland, the Backstage Hotel in Zermatt is a beautifully designed luxury option for those looking for the ultimate getaway. Every piece of furniture in this hotel is made by hand in the studio of artist, architect, and designer, Heinz Julen. With walnut, chrome and velvet ...

'18nov29
The Henry Jones
Art Hotelmore
Infused with rich history and artistic styling, this Australian hotel was created within the city of Hobart’s oldest waterfront warehouse and jam factory. Now, modern art peppers the walls in this hotel boasting 56 rooms. The hotel gets its namesake from one of Australia’s most successful businessmen, Henry Jones, who ...

'18nov27
Aria Hotel
Budapestmore
Located in Hungary’s capital on the “Pest” side of the Danube River and just steps from St. Stephen’s Basilica, the Aria Hotel in Budapest represents a love for all things musical. The word “aria” actually means “a long, accompanied song for a solo voice, typically one in an opera or ...

'18nov9
Radisson Blu
Berlinmore
The capital city of Germany is the historical backdrop to many poignant moments of history, with numerous museums, monuments, galleries, and other points of interest to illustrate them. Due to its laidback lifestyle, friendly locals, and dynamic vibe, it’s no wonder why Berlin is one of Europe’s most visited cities. ...

'18nov7
Greenhost
Boutique Hotelmore
Set in the heart of Yogyakarta, the Greenhost Boutique Hotel offers travelers a refreshing change from the traditional business hotel. Designed around the themes of innovation and sustainability, this hotel inspires every guest to live more cleanly and minimize their ecological impact as part of a cooperative effort. These ideals ...

'18nov5
Hotel Stary
Krakówmore
Situated in Old Town Krakow, the Hotel Stary has captured the grandeur of the hotel’s past while showcasing the erudite décor. The renovations have resurrected what was once a marvelous merchant’s home which dates back to the 15th century. Voted “the most beautiful hotel interior design in Europe,” any guest ...

'18oct31
Scandic
Narvikmore
Scandic Narvik is quite possibly the most modern hotel in all of Narvik, a city characterized by hiking trails, old world historical sites and museums. However, the Narvik Hotel offers one of the tallest buildings in the region (tallest in Narvik at 52m / 171ft) as well as a huge ...