Set directly on the shores of Lake Thun, with the Bernese Alps rising dramatically in the background, Neuhaus zum See is a place where Swiss tradition, nature, and quiet elegance come together effortlessly. Located near Interlaken in Unterseen, this historic lakeside hotel has welcomed guests for generations, offering a stay defined by simplicity, authenticity, and one of the most beautiful natural settings in Switzerland.

Here, luxury is not loud or performative. It is found in fresh mountain air, uninterrupted water views, and the calm rhythm of life by the lake.

Set on a quiet hillside overlooking the city, The Shilla Seoul is widely regarded as one of South Korea’s most prestigious hotels — a landmark where traditional Korean grace meets refined modern luxury. More than a five-star stay, The Shilla represents a philosophy of hospitality rooted in balance, discretion, and impeccable standards, offering an experience that feels both deeply cultural and internationally sophisticated.

From the moment guests arrive, the atmosphere is calm and composed. Despite its central location, the hotel feels removed from the city’s intensity, creating a sense of sanctuary that has made it a favorite among diplomats, global leaders, and discerning travelers for decades.

There was something sacred about Mar Hall. Not simply beautiful. Not merely bold. But reverent — a word rarely used in modern hospitality, and perhaps one we are overdue to reclaim.

Set just outside Glasgow, overlooking the River Clyde and surrounded by ancient woodland, Mar Hall is a heritage estate that has undergone a £20 million resurrection — not a renovation, but a careful, intentional revival. Built in the mid-1800s as a grand private residence, and reimagined in 2024, the transformation does not erase its past. Instead, it asks a deeper question: what was once sacred — and what still is?

The answer is felt the moment you arrive.

Set against the dramatic mountain backdrop of Leogang in the Salzburg region, Hotel Krallerhof is one of Austria’s most iconic luxury wellness and ski hotels. Long celebrated for its visionary approach to hospitality, the Krallerhof seamlessly combines cutting-edge architecture, profound relaxation, exceptional cuisine, and a privileged alpine location. It is a place where modern design meets nature, and where every season brings a different yet equally captivating experience.

From the moment you arrive, the sense of space, calm, and understated luxury is unmistakable. The hotel feels expansive yet intimate, contemporary yet deeply rooted in its alpine surroundings.

Tucked into the sweeping rural landscapes of Florida, Uruguay, Estancia El Ceibo is not just a getaway — it’s a breath of fresh air, a pause button, a quiet invitation to slow down and reconnect with life in its simplest form.

If Montevideo inspires with history and architecture, El Ceibo moves you with calmness, authenticity, and the kind of silence that makes your shoulders drop the second you arrive.

This is where the air is fresh, the land is wide, and life feels lighter.

In the vibrant capital of Okinawa, Southwest Grand Hotel offers a refined interpretation of island living — contemporary, design-forward, and deeply connected to the relaxed spirit of Japan’s southernmost archipelago. Set in central Naha, the hotel brings a sense of resort-style calm into the city, blending modern architecture with the easygoing rhythm that defines Okinawan culture.

From the moment you arrive, Southwest Grand Hotel feels fresh and confident. Clean lines, natural textures, and generous use of light create an atmosphere that is both sophisticated and welcoming — a place designed as much for unwinding as for exploring the city beyond its doors.

Set within the historic Stanley Dock, Titanic Hotel Liverpool is one of the city’s most distinctive stays — a place where Liverpool’s powerful maritime past meets contemporary comfort and design. Housed in a meticulously restored 19th-century warehouse, the hotel stands as a proud reminder of the city’s industrial and seafaring legacy, while offering an experience that feels refined, spacious, and unmistakably modern.

From the moment you arrive, the scale and character of the building leave a lasting impression. This is not a hotel that hides its history — it celebrates it.

Set high above the vibrant energy of Barcelona, METT Barcelona GL is a refined sanctuary where contemporary luxury meets a sense of calm rarely found in a global city. Overlooking the skyline and Mediterranean horizon, the hotel offers an experience defined by space, light, and quiet sophistication—an address designed for travelers who value privacy, beauty, and impeccable service.

From the moment guests arrive, the atmosphere is unmistakably composed and elegant. The design language is modern yet warm, with carefully selected materials, soft tones, and architectural clarity that allows the surroundings to take center stage. METT Barcelona GL feels less like a traditional city hotel and more like a private retreat suspended above the rhythm of Barcelona.

Opened to the public at the end of November 2025, Halo Igloos Rovaniemi is one of the newest and most captivating luxury retreats in Finnish Lapland. Nestled deep within the silent forests surrounding Rovaniemi, this exclusive igloo resort offers an immersive Arctic experience where design, nature, and comfort coexist in perfect harmony.

Designed for travelers seeking intimacy, authenticity, and a deep connection with the natural world, Halo Igloos redefines the concept of a winter escape — transforming a stay into a once-in-a-lifetime experience under the northern sky.

Gracefully positioned along the shimmering coastline of the Río de la Plata, Sofitel Montevideo Casino Carrasco & Spa is far more than a luxury hotel. It is a living monument — a place where Montevideo’s cultural memory, European elegance, and modern refinement converge. With its grand Belle Époque architecture and storied past, the hotel stands as one of Uruguay’s most significant heritage landmarks, offering travelers a rare opportunity to stay within a piece of the city’s history.

Facing the broad sweep of the Rambla República de México, the hotel has long been a symbol of sophistication, social life, and architectural ambition — a destination in its own right since the early 20th century.

In the heart of Cambodia’s vibrant capital, Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra offers a rare sense of calm and grandeur. Set amid lush landscaped gardens along Samdech Sothearos Boulevard in the Tonlé Bassac district, the hotel feels like a peaceful sanctuary — an oasis where the city’s energy softens into elegance, space, and quiet refinement.

Despite its central location in one of Phnom Penh’s most convenient and prestigious areas, Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra is wonderfully removed from the rush. Palm-lined pathways, reflective water features, and open green spaces create an atmosphere that is tranquil from the moment you arrive, making it one of the city’s most distinguished addresses.

Hidden in the lush highlands of eastern Bali, Wapa di Ume Sidemen is a sanctuary where time slows and nature takes the lead. Set among emerald rice terraces, river valleys, and mist-covered hills, this boutique resort offers an experience that feels deeply rooted in Bali’s spiritual heart — far removed from the island’s busier coastal regions.

Sidemen itself is often described as “what Ubud once was”: peaceful, authentic, and profoundly connected to the rhythms of rural life. Wapa di Ume Sidemen embodies this spirit beautifully, offering a refined yet grounded escape that feels as much like a place of reflection as it does a luxury retreat.

Set in the heart of Katong, one of Singapore’s most culturally rich and colorful neighborhoods, Hotel Indigo Singapore Katong offers a boutique stay that feels deeply connected to its surroundings. Part of IHG’s Hotel Indigo brand — known for celebrating local identity — this property stands out for its bold design, thoughtful storytelling, and immersive sense of place.

Rather than feeling like a conventional city hotel, Hotel Indigo Katong feels like an extension of the neighborhood itself: vibrant, layered, and full of character.

Rising from the tip of the Chroy Changvar peninsula, where the Mekong River meets the Tonlé Sap River, Sokha Hotel & Residence commands one of the most striking locations in Phnom Penh. The property stands as a modern Cambodian landmark — elegant, expansive, and perfectly positioned for panoramic river views that shift with the light from sunrise to golden dusk.

Guests come here for space, serenity, and service: a rare combination in a capital city that pulses with energy. Sokha blends contemporary luxury with Khmer-inspired hospitality, creating an atmosphere that feels both elevated and warmly familiar.

Some places blur the boundaries between nature and luxury, where the soft rustle of palm leaves becomes its own form of architecture and the horizon feels like a slow exhale. Twinpalms Tented Camp Phuket is one of those rare spaces - a retreat that doesn’t just sit within its landscape but belongs to it.

Set along Bangtao’s powder-soft shoreline and cradled within its signature weaving lagoon waterways, this adults-only, Small Luxury Hotels of the World hideaway has quickly become one of Phuket’s most intriguing new openings. Just five months after its debut, the resort has already carved out a reputation for thoughtful design, quiet soulfulness and an immersive sense of place. And now, with the arrival of its new wellness programme, Twinpalms Tented Camp enters an exciting chapter - one where natural luxury meets intentional wellbeing.

For travelers seeking one of the best luxury resorts in Phuket, few places capture the island’s quiet beauty like SALA Phuket Mai Khao. Located on the unspoiled northern coast, within the protected Sirinat National Park, this design-driven beachfront resort blends minimalist Thai architecture with slow-living serenity. The result? A hotel experience that feels both indulgent and grounding.

Set directly on Mai Khao Beach, one of Phuket’s longest and most secluded stretches of sand, SALA offers something rare: the sense that you’ve arrived somewhere deeply peaceful, deeply private, and deeply connected to nature.

Perched above the shimmering blue waters of the Bosphorus and set amid sprawling gardens once belonging to Dolmabahçe Palace, Swissôtel The Bosphorus, Istanbul is a landmark of contemporary luxury woven into the city’s imperial heritage. This award-winning 5-star hotel — part of Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts — stands on one of the most privileged vantage points in Istanbul, offering sweeping views that stretch from the Old City to Asia, from the Golden Horn to the palace domes below.

It is a hotel where modern design meets timeless grandeur, where city energy blends effortlessly with resort-like calm — and where certain rooms are so extraordinary that they become a destination in themselves.

Hidden in the raw, windswept beauty of Pantelleria — the “black pearl of the Mediterranean” — Corte Pantesca is a private villa estate that embodies the island’s essence with extraordinary purity. Part of the exclusive portfolio curated by The Villa Italy, the property feels deeply rooted in place, shaped by volcanic stone, ancient architectural traditions, and the elegant simplicity that defines Pantelleria’s most coveted homes.

Here, time slows, the landscape breathes, and the island’s elemental energy becomes part of everyday life. It is a retreat of rare authenticity — the kind of place you almost hope remains a secret.

At the base of Phoenix’s iconic Camelback Mountain, Royal Palms Resort & Spa is a rare blend of Mediterranean romance, desert serenity, and Arizona history. Part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, the resort feels like a secluded Spanish villa tucked behind wrought-iron gates — a place where bougainvillea climbs over terracotta walls, citrus trees perfume the air, and pathways lead through intimate courtyards toward flickering fireplaces and mountain views.

Nestled on the sun-drenched hillside of Monte Bronzone overlooking the eastern shore of Lake Lugano, and just a short drive from the iconic Lake Como, ARIA Retreat & SPA offers discerning travellers a boutique hideaway where nature, design and wellness merge in perfect harmony. Recognised as part of the distinguished The Leading Hotels of the World collection, ARIA embodies the ultimate expression of refined hospitality.