Mountain Magic A zen oasis carved out from Shangri-La’s rugged terrain. Ski-in ski-out access to idyllic pistes in Georgia’s Koktha-Mitarbi region and in the Austrian and Swiss Alps. Secluded relaxation in one of Europe’s most hidden valleys, and a luxurious upstate New York sanctuary. No matter their geographic location, these eight properties reflect and revel […]
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As the days grow shorter in the northern hemisphere, beaches with extended daylight hours and idyllic sunsets offer beacons of light, both metaphorically and literally. This collection of eight properties features an array of tropical escapes and more temperate seaside getaways—from the Caribbean, Atlantic, and Pacific coastlines, to the Indian Ocean and Gulf of Thailand. At […]
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Imagine the colors of a coral reef above ground, surrounded by origami jellyfish or the lush greens of a tropical forest transformed into a soothing spa oasis. At Finolhu Baa Atoll Maldives, such visions are reality. For the resort’s recent redesign, Muza Lab took inspiration from the natural beauty of the islands and the surrounding […]
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Hotels are often gateways to cultural hotspots, but they can also be creative hubs in their own right. These eight properties house world-class art collections, offer access to unforgettable experiences, and weave themselves into the cultural fabrics of their locales. Located in the center of New York City’s hip Lower East Side neighborhood, The Ludlow […]
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As we step back out into the world, we’re collectively contemplating how we will travel into the future, together. How will our first steps set us on a new path—one that meets the complexity of the moment with radical change and a whole new mindset? Much of the last year at Design Hotels has been spent […]
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From a hotel spread across six historic townhouses to restored 19th-century Mexican and Grecian villas, the newest members of Design Hotels consider their locale’s past, present, and future. These six properties, located both in city centers and by the beach, place an emphasis on a renewed sense of locality. Grupo Habita’s Círculo Mexicano is housed within a […]
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Mit einer neuen Definition der traditionellen Alpenkultur ganz im Sinne des modernen Entdeckergeists hat das Cervo Mountain Resort seine Position als ideales Tor zur rauen Schönheit und mystischen Bergwelt von Zermatt gefestigt. Neben drei verschiedenen Zimmerkonzepten mit unterschiedlicher Ausstattung bietet das Hotel auch ein ungezwungenes und doch exklusives Après-Ski-Programm sowie die Entspannungsoase „Mountain Ashram Spa“ […]
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David Chipperfield and Stephen Williams designed a contemporary complex in Hamburg and in Palma, Swedish firm Wingårdhs has reimagined a 16th-century Spanish island setting. Elsewhere, a dramatic A-frame is nestled into a cinematic coastline and a neo-gothic landmark stands out in a contemporary city center. These seven hotels with noteworthy structural histories have architectural tales […]
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Say the word “sustainability” and it’s easy to fall down a slippery slope. Beyond banning single-use plastics, what does it mean to be not just an eco-conscious but an actively eco-friendly hotel? Whether an urban retreat or mountainous resort, these five properties are raising the bar for what sustainability means in hospitality, and they let their […]
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There’s no better time to recharge than when surrounded by awe-inspiring natural sights. With breathtaking white-sand beaches, towering mountain views, and subtle rolling hills covered in lush flora, these eight properties offer inspirational stays through intimate connections with their surrounding landscapes. Click here for the online version of A Need for Nature. Situated in the […]
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