Il Sereno Lago di Como is a five-star boutique hotel located on the shores of Lake Como. Each of its 40 spacious suites boasts floor-to-ceiling windows with stunning views of the lake and surrounding mountains with sleek, minimalist decor in a neutral colour palette.
Halekulani Okinawa is a five-star hotel perched over a hilltop overlooking the island’s emerald sea, with a white sandy beach at its feet. All 360 guestrooms boast ocean views, five of which are villas, each with a private pool and natural hot spring.
Six Senses Ibiza is a five-star hotel located at Xarraca bay, on the Northern tip of Ibiza. It is the first sustainable BREEAM certified resort in the Balearics. The spacious rooms and suites incorporate locally sourced materials, taking the aesthetic of a traditional Finca while adding contemporary décor. Many rooms offer terraces with sea views.
Chateau Denmark is a boutique hotel nestled in the beating heart of buzzing Soho on Denmark Street. The hotel emerges as a testament to London's rich musical tapestry, spanning 55 delightfully eccentric session rooms and apartments across 16 historic buildings.
Hotel Bardo seamlessly blends modern comforts with the ethereal beauty of Tulum's lush landscape. Each loft-style villa combines the warmth of indigenous materials with contemporary design. The villas feature spacious living rooms and bedrooms, bathrooms with semi-exterior showers and patios with private plunge pools.
Located next to Palma’s Parque del Mar and the old city walls, Hotel Calatrava features a free spa and stylish rooms. Set in the old town, it serves breakfast on its terrace, offering views of the Mediterranean Sea. Each spacious room at Hotel Calatrava features chic, modern décor.
Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion is a sleek design hotel offering spacious rooms in the heart of the Gion district. There's a serene Onsen Spa to relax after a busy day exploring the surroundings, and the generous breakfast includes both Western or Japanese fare.
Hyatt Regency Seragaki Island Okinawa is a luxury hotel offering 344 guestrooms with breathtaking ocean views. The resort has six restaurants showcasing fresh local ingredients, an indulgent spa, a private lagoon, and an outdoor and indoor pool.
The Standard’s first hotel outside America is housed in the former Camden Town Hall Annex, a renovated Brutalist building dating back to 1974. The hotel's 266 rooms come in 42 unique styles ranging from cosy to terraced suites with outdoor bathtubs.
Buahan, a Banyan Tree Escape, is a hidden gem nestled in the tranquil northern region of Ubud, Bali. This secluded five-star hotel beckons travellers with its unique "no walls, no doors" concept, allowing guests to immerse themselves in nature. The resort features 16 open-air balés offering breathtaking rice paddies and jungle views.
Montesol Experimental Ibiza is located in the heart of the historic centre of Ibiza. Set in a neo-colonial building it is equipped with 33 rooms, each decorated in colonial style and by interior designer Lázaro Rosa-Violán. Featuring a terrace on the Passeig de Vara de Rey street and a rooftop with views of the UNESCO-protected medieval city centre.
La Fantaisie is a 63-room, 10-suite boutique hotel that stands out in the Faubourg Montmartre neighbourhood of Paris. The interior, designed by Martin Brudnizki, imbues the spaces with charm, incorporating robust floral patterns that reflect the hotel's enchanting garden.
A five-star hotel featuring 97 luxurious rooms with picturesque views of the surrounding forests and nearby gorgeous beaches. Guests can relax at the Ritz-Carlton Spa by ESPA or by the indoor/outdoor swimming pools. The onsite par-3 golf course is superb
A retreat on the waterfront of Brooklyn Bridge, with expansive skyline views of Manhattan. Designed by local artists using native greenery, reclaimed woods, industrial steels and organic cotton mattresses. 1 Hotel Brooklyn is probably the most eco-friendly hotel in New York City. The rooftop pool is pretty unique.
The Town Hall Hotel & Apartments is a boutique hotel in the East End's Bethnal Green, offering an amalgamation of historic charm and modern luxury. Housed in the former Bethnal Green Town Hall, it merges its Edwardian architecture with contemporary features, creating a unique experience for its guests.
La Valise is a boutique hotel in Tulum offering 22 distinct accommodations. On the beachfront, 11 rooms offer striking sea views, enriched with local craftsman art and top-tier comforts. The rolling beds stand out, introducing a novel way to experience the sea's rhythm, all from the comfort of your suite.
Finding a harmony between unspoiled nature and luxury comforts, Capella Ubud, Bali, showcases tented accommodation with salt water pools amidst Ubud's lush greenery. The property enjoys large terraces and outdoor decks overlooking rice fields or the surrounding rainforest.
Six Senses Rome is a five-star retreat with 96 rooms and suites, housed in a beautifully restored palazzo. The decor is minimalist, showcasing natural materials such as Travertine limestone, oak wood, and cocciopesto plaster—a respectful nod to ancient Roman craftsmanship.
The Bowery hotel offers a quintessential NY experience, featuring 17 stories and 125 sunny guest rooms, with floor-to-ceiling industrial-styled windows, hardwood floors, vintage-inspired decor and their signature Oushak rugs.
Oku Ibiza is one of the best boutique hotels in Ibiza. Experience your little slice of exclusive bohemia on the sapphire shores of San Antonio. Inspired by the nomadic way of life, the cosy character comes from natural surfaces and earthy tones. Blending minimalism with Mediterranean living, the hideaway creates unique spaces for your summer retreat.
The Peninsula Tokyo, nestled in Tokyo's esteemed Marunouchi financial district, overlooks the illustrious Imperial Palace. This five-star hotel in Tokyo’s sleek financial district rises 24 storeys, while its lantern-inspired architecture pays homage to Japan's rich cultural tapestry.
Immerse yourself in Delek Tulum's eco-chic haven – a boutique hotel in Tulum's party strip. Its cabañas blend luxe comfort with sustainability, a serene escape amidst Tulum's art, music, and turquoise waters.
Hôtel Madame Rêve is a luxurious five-star hotel nestled in the heart of Paris, offering an unparalleled blend of elegance, history, and modernity. As you step inside, the hotel’s unique character unfolds through its meticulously designed spaces that harmonise classic Parisian architecture with contemporary flair.
Six Senses Kyoto is a luxurious wellness hotel situated in the heart of Kyoto, featuring 81 rooms and suites. The hotel's design draws from traditional Japanese aesthetics, featuring serene Zen gardens, koi ponds, and bamboo groves that echo Kyoto’s historic temples and teahouses.
The Mercer captures the essence of SoHo's iconic style, all while nestled within a Romanesque revival building. With 74 guest rooms, this retreat combines historical charm with a modern aesthetic.
Part of Starwood’s Luxury Collection hotels, the Suiran is a tranquil luxury hotel in a magical location, right along the gentle streams of the Hozu River, near a world-famous bamboo forest. 17 rooms out of the 39 offer "Onsen" hot spring bathtubs in the room. Guests can enjoy fine dining fusion cuisine at the restaurant with lush views of the river.
SOWAKA Kyoto is a serene five-star hotel that blends ancient Japanese traditions and modern comforts in the heart of Kyoto's Gion district.
Located in Toranomon's historic district, the first EDITION hotel in Japan boasts 206 rooms, including 22 suites with breathtaking views of the Tokyo skyline. Being part of Tokyo World Gate, a mixed-use development, the hotel stands tall between floors 31 to 36 of the skyscraper.
Nestled in Ibiza's old town, The Standard Ibiza is a five-star boutique hotel with a striking contemporary white façade adorned with shuttered balconies that hearken back to the Balearic island's iconic architecture. Beyond the doors, the rooms perfectly blend The Standard's signature aesthetics with the Mediterranean aura.
Maison Proust, Hotel & Spa La Mer is a five-star spa hotel in Paris inspired by Marcel Proust's "Remembrance of Things Past". Each room and suite is an ode to the Parisian salons of the past, adorned with period art, antique furniture, and exclusive tapestrie.
W Rome is a luxury hotel in the stylish Ludovisi neighbourhood, offering 162 rooms and suites with bold colours and modern prints. Many rooms have balconies or terraces with city views, and all are spacious with chic design elements like red velvet curtains, herringbone floors, and marble-clad bathrooms with rain showers.
High above the city, Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo is a five-star luxury hotel with views to take your breath away. Boasting fine restaurants and an award-winning spa on the 37th floor, Mandarin Oriental is located in the historical Nihonbashi area in the heart of Tokyo. Among the most spacious in Tokyo, rooms and suites feature gorgeous city views.
Located in Ibiza Town, Sir Joan is an intimate, beautiful hotel offering 38 rooms and suites feature stripped wooden yacht flooring and highly polished stainless steel wall panels. Designed by Baranowitz + Kronenberg and Ribas & Ribas Architects, Sir Joan pays homage to the maritime environment surrounding the hotel and the island’s bohemian lux.
Hyatt Regency Kyoto is a five-star hotel that brings together the best of Japanese design and western comfort, boasting stylish and spacious rooms, decorated in light natural tones. Facilities include three restaurants onsite, a spa and wellness centre, a gym, and rental bicycles.
The Asa Maia is a boutique hotel situated in the heart of Bali, in Uluwatu, harmoniously blending Indonesian culture and global wellness traditions. Established by the visionary Martha Booke, the retreat echoes with whispers of wisdom, power, and hope, which its name, "Asa Maia," encapsulates.
Le Grand Mazarin, is a luxurious five-star hotel in Paris's characterful Le Marais neighbourhood. The hotel, decorated by Martin Brudnizki, known for his maximalist and flamboyant style, boasts 61 uniquely designed rooms and suites that blend classical elegance with bold and whimsical touches.
NoMad London is a boutique hotel set within the Grade II-listed former Bow Street Magistrates’ Court and Police Station. The hotel offers 19th-century architectural grandeur and New York-inspired interior design in the vibrant Covent Garden in central London.
Broadwick Soho is a 57-room boutique hotel, conceived from the shared vision of a group of friends. The hotel's eclectic and flamboyant decor, masterfully designed by renowned interior designer Martin Brudnizki, interweaves Jazz Age splendour, Italian travel inspirations, a touch of English eccentricity, and a hint of Disco glamour.
Le Grand Mazarin is a luxurious five-star hotel nestled in Paris' Le Marais neighbourhood, at the corner of Rue de la Verrerie and Rue des Archives. Decorated by Martin Brudnizki, known for his maximalist and flamboyant style, the hotel boasts 61 uniquely designed rooms and suites. These accommodations blend classical elegance with bold, whimsical touches.
High above Shinjuku’s lively streets lives Tokyo’s most famous five-star hotel, from the movie 'Lost in Translation'. Rooms boast Hokkaido wood panelling and Egyptian cotton sheets. The spa and indoor pool will go down a treat after a long flight, while the 52nd-floor New York Grill offers spectacular skyline views.
L'oscar London is a boutique hotel in Central London’s Holborn that stands out with its artistic flair and lavish interiors. It is housed in a beautifully restored Grade II-listed former Baptist church.
Brach Paris, a five-star hotel designed by the ever-inventive Philippe Starck, offers an unusual blend of elegance and warmth in a decidedly Parisian setting. Brach Paris houses 52 thoughtfully appointed rooms and seven exclusive suites. Expect a mix of wood, leather, glass, and stone – all with a touch of Starck's characteristic flair.
Having opened its doors in 1978 in Chelsea, Blakes is known to be the world's first luxury boutique hotel and one of the most excitingly upscale small hotels in the world. Stunning design, elegant and romantic, each room individually created by Anouska Hempel. Its beautiful, lush and secluded garden is an oasis to soothe the soul.
St. Regis Osaka is a five-star hotel located in the heart of Osaka's Midosuji area, offering exquisite decor with touches of traditional Japanese aesthetics.
Palace Hotel Tokyo is a haven of hospitality – serene and refined and imbued with understated luxury throughout. The luxuriously cosy and contemporary interiors, with floor-to-ceiling views, leafy motifs and warm earthy colours, take inspiration from their proximity to the capital’s Imperial Palace gardens.
A rykoan-inspired superb five-star hotel in Kyoto, providing all the luxury expected from The Ritz family. The hotel boasts stunning river views, elegant rooms with all modern commodities, and a fabulous spa and gym. Located near everything, yet you will feel miles away (in a good way).
Cheval Blanc Paris is a luxury five-star hotel with 72 rooms and suites showcasing a blend of historical architecture and contemporary design. It was imagined by Peter Marino and is a testament to the Art Deco heritage while also paying tribute to French craftsmanship and expertise.
Nestled in East London's bustling Shoreditch neighbourhood, One Hundred Shoreditch is a five-star hotel that offers the tranquillity of elegantly designed bedrooms and the fun of social venues. With interiors conceived by Jacu Strauss, the spaces feature wood and white ambiences, abstract paintings, and bold statement vases.
A small boutique hotel surrounded by fruit trees and ancient olive trees in Sant Miquel de Balansat, Ibiza. Ca Na Xica offers twenty stylish and charming suites that, together with a gorgeous outdoor pool, an excellent Spa and a locally sourced restaurant, will surely make your experience unforgettable.
Andaz Tokyo - A Concept by Hyatt, is a five-star hotel offering clean and modern rooms, located centrally and within walking distance from the fancy Ginza district. The hotel offers some of the most breathtaking views of the city, be it from the 37th-floor swimming pool or the 52nd-floor rooftop bar.
The London EDITION is a five-star hotel, located in Fitzrovia on the edge of Soho. The boutique hotel preserves the most delicate aspects of an iconic landmark building while blending thoughtful design with oak floors, wood-panelled walls, custom furnishings and evocative photography from Hendrik Kerstens.
The brainchild of Argentinean siblings Sebastian and Hernan Sas from Sas Arquitectos, Be Tulum is a boutique hotel that represents their architectural prowess and also their commitment to the locale. The hotel's design is a nod to the beauty of the Mayan Riviera.
1 Hotel Central Park is an eco-friendly hotel tucked just behind Central Park, in the middle of Manhattan, making it the perfect refuge for your urban adventures. Relax in comfort, surrounded by living green plants and thoughtful touches of nature.
This Four Seasons five-star hotel is a luxurious urban retreat, ideally located next to Tokyo Station. The hotel provides spacious and stylish rooms, with chic furnishings that create a relaxed vibe. The inviting hot-spring baths and sauna in a spa will help you get rid of that jetlag.
Nobu Hotel Ibiza Bay is a stylish refuge tucked away in Cala Talamanca with its soft sandy beach and promenade right on your doorstep. Rooms are adorned with soft furnishings, using color palettes of whites, golds, blues and aqua. Floor-to-ceiling windows and open terraces mean you will wake to the scent of wild jasmine and fall asleep to the sound of waves.
The Nobu Hotel London Shoreditch is a luxury hotel situated in East London's trendy Shoreditch. Merging industrial chic with Japanese minimalism, the hotel boasts 164 rooms, a widely acclaimed Nobu restaurant, a bar, a tranquil spa, and event spaces.
Cas Gasi is a relaxed boutique hotel in the heart of Ibiza, offering exclusive accommodation for travellers looking for a peaceful haven within easy reach of the island’s delights. The beautifully restored country home lives in the midst of four hectares of a picturesque Mediterranean landscape of pine forests, fruit trees plus organic vegetable plots.
Sun Street Hotel is a luxurious five-star boutique hotel situated between trendy Shoreditch and the traditional City of London. Offering 14 bedrooms, the hotel elegantly blends the historical significance of its six Georgian houses with the ever-evolving modern skyline of London.
Tucked away in a charming cobbled street in London's trendy Spitalfields, Batty Langley's hotel features beautiful rooms with antique furniture, heavy silk curtains and quirky bathrooms. Breakfast is served in the guests' bedroom or can be taken in one of the beautiful public rooms on the ground floor such as the Tapestry Room with its sunny courtyard.
A five-star boutique hotel in Tribeca in lower Manhattan. The gorgeous bedrooms draw various cultural influences, from Tibetan silk rugs to English leather settees. The beds are Duxiana from Sweden, and the bathrooms are decked out in Moroccan tile or Italian Carrara marble. The pool, spa and gym are an oasis of calm in the heart of New York City.
Hacienda Na Xamena is one of Ibiza’s first boutique resorts, 77 Rooms & Suites. There are plenty of activities available, from spa experiences to tennis, football and volleyball (and even a giant chess). Or just sip on to a cocktail whilst enjoying some of the very best sunsets Ibiza has to offer.
Located in the trendy Williamsburg neighbourhood in Brooklyn, the hotel is styled with double-height ceilings, natural finishes and unique style elements such as the elegant marble and brass bathrooms. The signature restaurant is distinguished by the vegetable-focused menu.
The SIXTY SoHo is a boutique hotel in Manhattan’s SoHo District with 97 chic rooms and suites, each thoughtfully appointed with distinct details and graced with outstanding art pieces by Harland Miller.
The Crosby Street Hotel is a five-star hotel tucked away on a quiet cobbled street in the heart of New York's buzzing SoHo neighbourhood. There are 86 bedrooms and suites over 11 floors. Each has high ceilings and full-length windows.
Number Sixteen is a peaceful hideaway in Kensington, yet only a stone's throw away from some of London's best museums. Featuring ultra-chic interiors and a private garden, each individually styled room reflects the contemporary design of the hotel, with luxurious fabrics and furnishings and hints of bold colour.
Tucked away in London's buzzing Soho, the Charlotte Street Hotel stands as a testament to the Bloomsbury Group era, making it a haven for art and history lovers.
Located in buzzing Soho and moments from posh Mayfair, Ham Yard has an urban village feel. The hotel revolves around a tree-filled garden with a bronze sculpture centrepiece by Tony Cragg, and the interiors have a modern British vibe. The fourth-floor leafy rooftop garden is a peaceful spot away from the bustle of the streets below.
An idyllic urban sanctuary, Rosewood London is amongst the capital’s finest luxury hotels. On arrival, an arch in the hotel’s grand façade draws one into a tranquil courtyard. The hum of the city slips away, replaced by an atmosphere of quiet sophistication and unsurpassed hospitality. The hotel offers spacious designer rooms featuring bespoke furnishings.
The Corinthia is one of the finest hotels in London, occupying a fantastic position, a stone's throw away from St James Park, the Palaces, Trafalgar Square and theatreland. Not to mention the four-storey magnificent ESPA spa, the grand bars and the two fine-dining restaurants. If indulgence is what you're looking for, you certainly won't be disappointed.
Hotel Café Royal is an iconic luxury five-star hotel in the heart of central London, enjoying a historical setting on Regent Street. The gorgeous rooms feature Bang & Olufsen in-room entertainment systems, and the breakfast is out of this world. There's a stylish gym, a tranquil lap-pool, sauna, hot tub, steam room and treatment rooms.
The Ned is London’s latest coolest hotel. Set in the former Midland Bank building in the City of London, just steps from Bank Station. The Ned hosts 250 gorgeous bedrooms, ten restaurants, and a stunning rooftop bar and pool. Not to mention the 20m indoor pool and spa, along with an awesome gym.
The Soho Hotel is a five-star hotel but also an experience in itself. Located in lively Soho, it's an irresistible blend of chic, quirky decor and a genuine commitment to luxury. Kit Kemp's signature design touch infuses whimsicality into every corner, from the colourful rooms to the iconic 10ft bronze Botero cat that graces the lobby.