One of Rajasthan's newest palace revitalization projects is the Villa Palladio. It opened in 2022 in India's Pink City and quickly became the star of fashion and travel magazines with its iconic high-colored design. Jaipur, the largest city in the state, is home to four million people, and it's famed …
This 555-room, five-star hotel situated on the Kowloon waterfront is just steps from the famous Victoria Harbour in Hong Kong. Each room offers floor-to-ceiling windows and marble bathrooms. Travelers can take a dip in the hotel’s glass-walled infinity pool and jacuzzi overlooking the harbor. Guests can also choose from various …
Hoshino Resorts is one of Japan's famous hotel chains with 53 national and international locations of Japanese inns (ryokan) since 1904. Their flagship brand, HOSHINOYA, specializes in high-class traditional design and hospitality mixed with modern comforts. They have eight properties (six in Japan, one in Bali, Indonesia, and one in …
Off the beaten path, Wa Ale Resort is hidden in the southern tip of Myanmar on an archipelago of the Andaman Sea. The remote location is part of the Lampi Marine National Park, and it's only accessible by a 1 hour, 40 minutes long speed boat ride. However, first, you …
The Henry Hotel is a hotel in Cebu City (in the Philippines) and offers quite a unique experience for guests. The motto of this boutique hotel is “like no other,” and it sure lives up to it. Full of personality and charm, The Henry is gaining popularity from local and …
The First Hotel Paris is situated in the 15th arrondissement, one of the city’s most bustling and romantic quarters. The distinctive interior design is the work of a chic specialist, Laurent Mangoust. He wanted his unique hotel design to be lighthearted and drew inspiration from the opulent 19th Century style. …
This hotel has a unique location on the summit of Mt Rigi, “the queen of the Alps”. In its 200 year history, the location has changed from a goat-strewn grassy desert to today's tourist destination. It remains one of the best places in the world to see the sunrise, and …
This boutique hotel in Laguna Beach, California is a special design hotel created by the famous Horst Architects. They have created a contemporary design in conversation with the quaint aesthetics of Laguna Beach. They used reclaimed wood from buildings demolished in east LA, over 100 years old. The garden seems …
The original building of this hotel dates from 1886 and has been restored to reflect the glamour of that era with four-poster beds and fine white linen. Famous guests have included the accomplished novelist, Somerset Maugham, and Noel Coward. This has led current owners to create the “Author’s Lounge” – …
Located in downtown Sydney near to the famous Rocks area with views of the Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge; like a boomerang, you will want to return again and again. The hotel nearly occupies the exact spot where Captain Arthur Phillip first stepped onto the shore to establish Australia’s …
The Grand Y-shape of the José Amaral Anahory designed ultramodern building is subtly asking the question, "why wouldn't you come for a visit?". Located in a beautiful spot of Cascais, right by the Atlantic Ocean, The Oitavos is surrounded by the pristine nature of the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park. The 5-star …
In the Roaring Twenties, Casa del Mar was the hotspot for Hollywood stars. The former beach club, originally opened in 1926, has then developed into one of the most luxurious beach hotels in Santa Monica. It's called "the house of the sea", but the five-story building looks more like a …
Situated on a clifftop between the quaint Port de Sóller and the UNESCO Heritage Tramuntana Mountains, this resort is in a protected enclave, away from the modern world. Your room is a sanctuary that combines tasteful high-tech touches with a traditional ambiance. You have a spacious balcony overlooking the sea …
Limalimo’s location is an indisputable 10/10. Perched on the edge of a cliff in Simien Mountains National Park, Ethiopia, it has it all: panoramic views, untouched nature, and a bit of a thrill. It’s also easily accessible by road and located just a few kilometers away from Debark, the main …
A high-quality renovation has created a hotel with excellent craftsmanship. Inspired by the goddess of love and beauty, Aphrodite (who, legend has it, was born from the waters of Cyprus) the hotel was built in a traditional terrace design to maximize the ocean views. Your room has ample space with …
Cambodia has some tropical islands scattered off the coast in the Indian Ocean. They remain largely undeveloped – a rarity in South East Asia. Song Saa is one of the first luxury resorts to take one of these islands as its home. It is run in partnership with the local …
For hundreds of years, The Medicis were one of the most powerful families in Europe. If anyone knew the most beautiful spot in Italy it was them. Their summer houses were legendary. Now you can stay in one of their great buildings located in the Val d'Orcia which is a …
Curaçao is an island in the south Caribbean that is part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. That is why the capital city is called Willemstad. The idyllic island is just right for those who want to enjoy a tropical paradise in the clear waters of the Caribbean. The hotel …
This fort was named after the first Earl of Leicester who was a 16th Century English statesman and close friend of Queen Elizabeth I. Originally designed to deter the French from invading England again, it remained an isolated post in the British channel until it was captured by the Nazis …
The Silky Oaks Lodge presents guests with the unique opportunity to explore the lush tropical forests of North Queensland while enjoying all the benefits of a posh resort. In addition to the elegance and modern comforts, the lodge also proudly maintains its status as an “Eco-Certified Advanced Ecotourism” hotel. Perfectly …