Implements of control and dominance never last long and here is an example. Originally a radar tower built by the US in order to exert strategic control of the Panama Canal and fight the bloody War on Drugs, the tower is now a place for families to watch birds and …
The Mesui Hotel in Kuala Lumpur is hard to miss, thanks to the very distinct facade featuring giant circular windows (think huge washing machines stacked upon each other). This unique design is owed to the extravagant 70s aesthetic trends. Today the hotel is a happy marriage of the original architecture …
Nestled in the heart of Kwazulu-Natal, the accommodations of &Beyond Phinda Vlei Lodge offer guests the extraordinary ability to experience the savanna and bush of South Africa from a unique perspective. The understated class and privacy allow you to reconnect with nature and your loved ones and encounter the uninhibited …
Many years ago, in the ancient land of Judea, there lived a people who carved their homes from caves. Today, you can stay in a luxurious version of these cave houses. In ancient times, precious water was funneled into wells and similarly, your room has a glowing well where the …
For those looking to wander the unfurling coastlines of the Spanish coast, appreciate a variety of artistic styles, and enjoy Catalan culture and cuisine, La Barceloneta Boardwalk is the ideal location to explore all the splendors of Barcelona. The W Barcelona hotel is situated in the heart of the bustling …
The Wit Hotel has an enviable location on the corner of State and Lake near Chicago’s business district, theatre town, and Millennium Park. The 27-story building was built in 2009 and reflects the vibrancy of the local area with a kickass lightning bolt running the length of its glass floors. …
Located in the North African country of Morocco, the Royal Mansour Marrakech is a 5-star luxury accommodation that is more of a palace than a hotel. The King of Morocco, King Mohammed VI, actually commissioned the building of this hotel himself! In fact, the king has used the Royal Mansour …
Blakes Hotel is the only choice if you want to stay in the world’s first-ever [luxury boutique hotel](https://www.uniqhotels.com/luxury-hotels), established in 1978 by the famous designer Anouska Hempel. It is unique because it was the first of its kind and takes you on an adventure through India, China, Indonesia, Thailand, Cambodia, …
One of the most exquisite hotels that sit on the artificial island of the palm-shaped island with private beaches beautiful pools, excellent dining, set on a magnificent 5-acre sprawl of land is the Kempinski Hotel & Residences Palm Jumeirah. Kempinski offers a choice of 244 suites, villas, and penthouses that …
Not just the location for the awesome Australian children’s program, Round the Twist lighthouses are also hotels. And they save lives too. Let’s hear it for lighthouses! This tower was active for over 75 years with parts of it dating back over 200 years when a huge flame was used …
Oasia Hotel Downtown Singapore is one of those unmissable buildings that you can’t walk past without turning your head. After all, it’s not every day that you see a skyscraper exploding with tropical plants. And there’s more to wow you at this hotel than just the exteriors: it has two …
This boutique hotel loves pop culture. The entrance hall features a pop-culture mural by artist Kari Pei. Every staff member has a nametag displaying their Hollywood alter ego – like Bruce Lee or Angelina Jolie. The hotel is located in the heart of San Francisco’s shopping district, a short walk …
Palm Springs is an American resort popular with celebrities and people passionate about living. The Saguaro stands in the resort with a youthful color scheme inspired by desert flowers. Famous architects, Stamberg Aferiat, designed the colors and interiors and used the rainbow as a concept that flows throughout the original …
You may forget you’re just an hour and a half drive from London in this cozy upscale hotel in the heart of the New Forest National Park. Lime Wood is the perfect secluded escape if you want to escape the city’s hustle and bustle for a bit. Lime Wood is …
Ahau Tulum is a luxury hotel on a secluded beach located in Tulum. It opened in 2012, and the owners put a lot of effort into minimalizing the resort's environmental footprint. The property's buildings were intended to complement the topography and nature, giving the sensation of being in the jungle. …
The 12 Decades Hotel is a truly distinctive lodging that transports you through Johannesburg’s vibrant and sometimes turbulent history. Situated in the up-and-coming Maboneng Precinct, this innovative hotel reflects the colorful personality that attracts many people to this newly developed hub. Each of the 16 rooms has a unique theme …
Vietnam Airlines Tourism Company (VATC) is a relatively new venture that is aimed at revolutionizing the aviation and tourism industry. The SleepPod service is a mini-hotel venture in the Noi Bai International Airport. While Vietnam is not the first country to offer SleepPods in its airports, the VATC SleepPods were …
The peaceful waterways of the Netherlands have long been popular holiday destinations. There is something about calm, fresh water, trees, and far-distant grasslands that relaxes the soul. Trouble is, you always have to leave the water and return back to reality by heading back to your hotel at the end …
The bright chalk cliffs of Beachy Head rise 162 meters above sea level and create a dramatic setting for this hotel with a difference. Petitions were first made to build a lighthouse in the location in 1691 due to a large number of shipwrecks on this dramatic coastline. The Belle …
After pulling-off the typical European trick of killing thousands of native people with infectious diseases, early settlers in Australia set up a quarantine station in Sydney. The Q –Station housed all new immigrants to Australia for 40 days and functioned from 1830-1984. Much of the area and buildings have been …