“Breathtaking” is an understatement for the exotic natural settings defining the projects in our HOTELS & RESORTS category. Whether you are looking for design inspiration in decorating appealing holiday retreats or searching for a majestic hotel for your summer escape, the articles below give a helping hand. Every single post in this section is a journey within itself. And we guarantee that once you begin strolling through the photos, you will not be able to stop “traveling”…
We recently received photos and information about a new hotel project in New York. Here is the press release we were sent: Located in the heart of Brooklyn, Wythe Hotel… is an 8-story hotel on the Williamsburg waterfront. Built in 1901, this former textile factory has been meticulously converted into a 72-room hotel offering service and amenities yet to be
By Lavinia
Surrounded by perfect beaches, lush tropical vegetation and an exotic reef just few meters away from the shore, Lily Beach Resort & Spa… is said to be the pioneer of the “affordable luxury” concept. Also known as the first 5 star All-Inclusive Platinum Plan Resort in the Maldives, the retreat combines a favorable location with excellent facilities and services.The accommodation
By Lavinia
Conservatorium Hotel Amsterdam… occupies the building that used to be the Sweelinck music conservatorium built in the 19th century by Dutch architect Daniel Knuttel. This luxury lifestyle hotel is located in Amsterdam’s museum and fashion district – Museumplein – and welcomes guests with a light flooded, inviting set of spaces. The structure’s simple functionality was kept intact, while the modern
By Ada Teicu
When in Stockholm, be sure to check out the Nobis Hotel – a contemporary design hotel welcoming guests with an impressive architecture made of two 19th century residential structures linked with the help of an up-to-date design. Swedish studio Claesson Koivisto Rune… imagined the hotel conjuring a sense of tranquility in all 201 guest rooms, restaurants and bars, spa services
By Ada Teicu
Merged with a natural environment composed of vineyards, olive trees and woods overlooking the lake, Lefay Resort & SPA Lago di Garda… takes in this natural beauty and passes it on to its guests. The five star retreat in Riviera dei Limoni, Italy offers an array of services and various room types, making it a good option for couples and
By Lavinia
Located on the Northern Musandam Peninsula, in a secluded bay, just two hours away from Dubai, the Six Senses Zighy Bay Resort… in Oman combines charming indigenous village style accommodations with a high level of comfort. The retreat is surrounded by mountains and sandy beaches and consists various types of accommodation units: “The Pool Villas feature infinity pool, sun-lounge, shower,
By Lavinia
Situated in a beautiful natural setting, on a private peninsula in Crete, Out of the Blue Capsis Elite Resort… is a five-star luxury retreat for those planning on visiting Greece and take a high dose of relaxation. The resort consists of two main hotel buildings plus three private neighborhoods offering guests the choice of guest-rooms, suites, bungalows, villas and maisonettes.
By Lavinia
Nestled in one of the largest lagoons in the scenic Maldives, Soneva Gili by Six Senses… offers a large degree of comfort in its over-sized villas, strongly connected to the landscape. According to the official description provided by the resort staff, “Soneva Gili consists of 45 sumptuous over-water villas, including 7 Crusoe Residences and The Private Reserve reached only by
By Lavinia
Secluded among luscious tropical greenery, the Seychelles Safari Retreat on North Island promises to become part of your most treasured memories. Here, in a dreamy landscape, where endangered Seychelles fauna and flora are being reintroduced, a heavenly sanctuary composed of 11 handcrafted villas shape the Wilderness Safari …experience. Described as “a place of barefoot luxury“, this island and all the
By Ada Teicu
Resonating with its surroundings, the Bulgari Resort in Bali… speaks a hybrid design language, combining traditional Balinese shapes and high class Italian style in an unforgettable destination. A sophisticated atmosphere intertwines with exquisite services in a successful attempt of creating a sublime experience. Gathering views across the Indian Ocean, the resort sits 150 meters over the sea, implementing natural inspiration
By Ada Teicu
Designed by CMV Architects to welcome guests in Barcelona’s central Raval neighbourhood, Hotel Barceló Raval …offers an oval silhouette to the city skyline and a mixture of avant-garde interior design and fascinating atmosphere. Within this oval tower there are 182 rooms and 4 suites combining light, color and textures in an unforgettable collection of settings. Pet-friendly and luxurious, this impressive
By Ada Teicu
Vivanta by Taj… is a new opulent hotel in Maldives, combining the charm of a timber and thatch exterior with exquisite details of interior design. Located in a majestic natural setting, with exotic ocean views and dramatic sunsets, this new hotel detaches itself from the rustic idea of bungalows and promises visitors a luxurious holiday with all the comfort of
By Lavinia
Perched between natural vegetation overlooking the exquisite beaches of the Indian Ocean, the Banyan Tree Seychelles… resort lays lush tropical mountain greenery at your feel just below the carefully designed villas. Located on the south-western coastline of Mahé Island, this collection of 60 beautifully welcoming Creole-style villas await guests with their elegant and bright interiors and swimming pools guarded by
By Ada Teicu
If you’re wondering where to go next, you didn’t hear about the New W Hotel… in Koh Samui. Yesterday, I was just like you – blissfully unaware. Now, I can’t seem to look away from the beautiful clouds mirroring in the infinity pool. In this part of the retreat, round lounge spaces emerge from the water to create a spectacular
By Ada Teicu
Perfect beaches, pristine nature, sophisticated interior and first-class cuisine – these are all features of the Four Seasons Resort Maldives…, very difficult to forget, once experienced. Kuda Huraa and Landaa Giraavaru are the two locations chosen by the staff at Four Seasons, for their breathtaking beauty. In these two remote islands, guests can enjoy natural wilderness and ultimate pampering.
By Lavinia
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