The majestic mountains are more than just a backdrop here. The intense scent of the forest, the rays of light, the mountain panorama, the snow - the surroundings have a significant influence on the architecture and design of the newly opened Triforêt alpin.resorts in Hinterstoder in the Pyhrn-P...
While dry bread and tap water were served in the former women's prison a few decades ago, the Wilmina hotel ensemble now reaches for the culinary stars. The Lovis restaurant with adjoining bar is a star in Berlin's gourmet sky. And it continues to sparkle… Liberating House number 79 in Ka...
The Cyclades, consisting of a total of 39 islands, more than half of which are inhabited, present themselves as an extremely diverse archipelago. Santorini, Mykonos, and Paros, vibrant, breathtakingly beautiful, and representative of the Cyclades, stand out. However, beyond these globally renow...
The OLM-Nature Escape, embedded in the breathtaking scenery of the Dolomites, embodies not only an outstanding technological concept, but also an architectural masterpiece in line with the highest sustainability standards. The project meets all the criteria of the “Casa Clima A Nature” stan...
Raw Luxury Nestled in 80 hectares of untouched nature on the southeastern coast of the secluded island of Folegandros. The luxury resort Gundari rises high on rugged cliffs, overlooking the azure depths of the Aegean Sea. This extraordinary oasis is designed to inspire and invigorate. ...
Venezia! The mere mention of the name evokes images of a city steeped in history, romance and artistic grandeur. It is a place where the past seamlessly blends with the present, offering a unique experience to those who are fortunate enough to visit. One place that captures the essence of this ...
Where modern and minimalist meet. Where wilderness and nature come together. That’s when you know you are at Ambiente Sedona. We talked to boss sisters Jennifer and Colleen and they told as all about Ambiente. Can you share the story of how the idea for Ambiente Sedona came about and what in...
In the fast-paced world of architecture and hotel operations, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) is now opening up a whole host of fascinating opportunities. We spoke to Alexander Meissl from Meissl Architects about it. He explained to us the enduring importance of hospitality and the huma...
Antarctica - Queen Maud Land Antarctica is a mythical and awe-inspiring destination. The coldest, driest, windiest, most remote place on Earth – it’s the closest you’ll feel to being on another planet. The area White Desert operates within was discovered by a Norwegian expedition in 1930...
The fact that the small town of Bacalar, located on the Yucatán Peninsula, bears the title of "Pueblo Mágico" sounds promising. After all, Mexico's Secretariat for Tourism explicitly awards this distinction to towns that shine with their typical and well-kept character. However, Bacalar's surro...
Jumping into the lake completely carefree even before breakfast. A picnic on the lakeshore. Chilling on the beach. A yoga session on the jetty. Alpenhotel Kitzbühel is located directly on Schwarzsee, the warmest lake in Tyrol. Lifestyle, design and summer delights combine here with relaxation i...
The nature resort Puradies in Leogang/Salzburger Land has generously expanded and converted its wellness area. Since June, the expanded Heaven Spa offers the even more “heavenly relaxation”. Wellness inspired by nature The new wellness and spa areas were harmoniously integrated into the s...
Quiet at last! And we don't mean that it has to be quiet as a mouse all the time - but at the ElisabethHotel it gets quiet inside you. One reason? The Premium Private Retreat exclusively welcomes guests aged 16 and over, making it a wellness retreat for connoisseurs. All is still right with ...
Ambiente Sedona, nestled in the picturesque landscape of Sedona, is a captivating retreat that promises a rejuvenating escape from the bustling world. From the moment you arrive at this enchanting destination, you are envelopedin a seamless fusion of luxury and natural beauty, making it the per...
As the age-old adage goes, the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree. In South Tyrol, Saltaus, Apfelhotel’s young new generation of owners are breaking new ground while staying true to their traditional roots. noa*’s novel design and architecture evokes the vintage charm of this historical hotel...
You come home in the evening exhausted from work, from the traffic, from stress. You need a holiday, relaxation, to unwind. What if there were a hotel, a home away from home, a retreat where you could feel at ease? A place where the fox and the hare wish you goodnight, where it’s calm and you c...
3 Questions for Christian Rottensteiner, architect and partner in the renowned architecture and design studio noa*, about the planning of the new “Heaven Spa” building. What were the challenges in planning for the new spa area? We have a beautiful building site in Leogang with a great...
Nestled in the Vallée de Joux, surrounded by woods, mountains and lakes, Hotel des Horlogers has broken down the boundaries between nature and architecture - creating a space of harmony. We asked the architects of Hotel des Horlogers how they came up with the concept and how exactly they brough...
Right on the quay, between the Schlossberg and the river Mur, you’ll find the building housing the Kai 36 hotel, which has been listed for several decades. With its modern feel, stylish design and outstanding quality, it’s a popular meeting place for travellers from all over the world. One o...
Refreshingly different The Apfelhotel Torgglerhof is a delightful and traditional hotel located in St. Leonhard in the Passeiertal valley. It is surrounded by the beautiful Alpine landscape of the region and offers its guests a peaceful and laid-back setting. The hotel has been run by the...
At Ambiente™ Sedona, the goal is to provide discerning guests seeking a scenic escape with modern, elegant accommodations in a nature-focused setting. The landscape hotel is the first of its kind in North America. With great respect for the land and all the creatures who roam it, the innov...
Re-engage your Senses The Ambiente™ Sedona offers discerning guests an immediate nature experience. Located on the edge of Red Rock State Park, the architecturally interesting resort is a modern and elegant retreat surrounded by stunning scenery. The landscape hotel is the first of its kind ...
Hotel des Horlogers, nestled between hills and mountains and entirely surrounded by nature, has many stories to tell – from watchmakers to nature and time for yourself, about the important things in life and the five wonders of the region. One: Authenticity The hotel’s location in the Val...
The issue of sustainability is becoming more and more prominent, even when you’re on holiday, so it’s good to know that hotels like the Alpenhotel Kitzbühel on Lake Schwarzsee exist. Read on to find out more. Ultimate comfort in nature’s paradise Location: The Alpenhotel Kitzbühel on L...
Owner Lisa Jane Cross, together with interior designer Blanca Rosselló, have turned this Mallorcan finca into a haven for lovers of the new sustainable luxury. This authentic destination hotel, located in the heart of the Sierra de Tramuntana (Mallorca), has its own team of 6 carpenters, who ha...
Since the 1920s, the Champalimaud family’s history has been linked to a beautiful spot. Right on the Atlantic coast, just 25 minutes away from Lisbon, they have developed a design hotel boasting contemporary architecture. Miguel M. Champalimaud, Hotel Director, told us all about its history, th...
Being private is the new happiness Moments of happiness at 1,250 m above sea level are promised by the boutique hotel Bergwiesenglück in the middle of the Tyrolean Alps. How could it be any different. It is a place where the view wanders over the lush green mountain meadows to the rugged pea...
A place to connect to nature, make time for yourself and the things that matter Imagined by the global architecture firm BIG | Bjarke Ingels Group designed Hôtel des Horlogers for architecture and nature to be one, complying with Minergie Eco Standards. Thanks to an avant-garde con...
Some hotels are more than simply a place to spend the night. Hotel Stein in Salzburg is one of them, featuring interior design with historical influences and the most regal of colours, all in keeping with the theme of “Salzburg meets Venice”. Who would have thought that Salzburg and Venice h...
It only had its premiere in March and already it’s set for the stage: presenting, The Secret Sölden. Let’s take a tour of the best places in four acts. Magical and mysterious resort in the middle of the Sölden Alps. Ouvertüre:LA’LIV Wonderfully versatile. LA’LIV is the heart of Th...
Bergland Design- und Wellnesshotel Sölden is characterised by regional elements of nature. Larch constitutes the shell; oak, stone and loden constitute the “filling” of the hotel. Only the cellar remained from the forme Café Bergland of the post-war period, when the hoteliers Elisabeth and ...
The only native conifer that creates a spectacular display of colour in autumn and then spends the winter bare plays a hugely important role at the NIDUM hotel – inside and out. The autumnal Alpine landscape owes its rich golden yellow colour mainly to the larch tree. They grow up to 40 metr...
The soul of the village Sextantio Albergo Diffuso is a fortified medieval village in the mountains of Abruzzo in the National Park Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga. The hotel breathes life back into the historic castle village. With the help of the Museum "Genti d'Abruzzo" over 10 years has b...
Awaken your senses On the edge of the National Park of the Llevant Peninsula near the town of Artà in northeast Mallorca, the famous Mallorcan architect Toni Esteva has created a wellness hotel in a class of its own - Es Racó D’Artà. A retreat full of color and texture, unique smells and tas...
The renowned winter sports resort will soon be gaining a new hidden gem: the opening of THE SECRET, a cosmopolitan hotel that creates an exciting contrast with its unique location. It’s time for new beginnings at THE SECRET Sölden – this winter season, to be precise, when the hotel will open...
Hunting trophies on wood-panelled walls? Not at the dasMAX. The lifestyle hotel in Seefeld impresses guests with sleek, urban design amidst the Tyrolean mountains. Anyone looking for knick-knacks, ostentatious décor and traditional Alpine chic at the dasMAX will come away empty handed. And t...
Red Palazzo in the "White City" of Ostunia History paired with elegance and an eclectic antique design meets contemporary touches and global elements from Africa and India. The one of a kind hotel Paragon 700 convinces with jaw dropping interior design and exceptional service. The original ...
The 4 * lifestyle hotel SAND is a place of inspiration, a mix of pure naturalness and hip lifestyle - a place to feel good, which feels both cosmopolitan and uncomplicated. Clear colors and stylish design create a retreat for body and soul, which harmonizes perfectly with the dreamlike surro...
The Arabella Retreat & Spa near the Tyrolean border with Italy and Switzerland is a special place that promotes the freedom to enjoy your holiday just the way you like it. Relaxation means something different for everyone: while for families it might be a pleasant hike followed by some p...
The Dutch capital is so much more than just canals and coffee shops. At the SIR HOTELS Sir Adam and Sir Albert, we’re able to live the unmistakable Amsterdam lifestyle. Amsterdam has more bikes than inhabitants – to be precise, there are around 880,000 bikes for just under 840,000 people. So...
We will generally only allow ourselves to fall if we know that we’ll be caught safely – and that’s what we get at the new four-star Alpenstern Panoramahotel in the Bregenzerwald forest, where we land in a safety net of relaxation, enjoyment and sustainability. The host family at the Alpenste...
“The entire city is a stage.” It is based on this vision that Max Reinhardt, Hugo von Hofmannsthal and Richard Strauss initiated the Salzburg Festival 101 years ago. Today, the stage even extends to the exclusive Hotel Goldgasse in the beautiful old town of Salzburg. It’s back again fo...
The place to be in Sölden A place where freedom, joy and magic meet. The Secret Sölden immediately captivates you with its mysterious and stylish design. A place to marvel, switch off and enjoy. The golden entrance with sloping wooden panels gives an idea that something new is being created ...
Rest and relaxation in the Bregenzerwald At the Panoramahotel Alpenstern in the Bregenzerwald in Vorarlberg, rest and relaxation are a priority. The hotel offers a breathtaking view of the idyllic mountain landscape of Damüls. The distinctive modern yet timeless design by architect Johann...
With breath-taking vistas as far as the eye can see and simple design that capitalises on the abundance of natural light, The Oitavos is the ideal location to find sanctuary as we all work towards establishing a new normal. It’s almost impossible to tear your eyes away from that view – t...
Award-winning hotelier Liran Wizman, founder of Sircle Collection and its design Hotels in Amsterdam - Sir Albert, in the heart of De Pijp and Sir Adam, in the North of Amsterdam. Liran Wizman is a long-time real estate and hospitality entrepreneur. Together with his partner Yossi Eliyahoo, ...
A royal place in Lisbon The charming and romantic palaces will steal your heart. Be Queen or King for a day in the historic Torel Palace Lisbon boutique unit. With their luscious gardens and a stunning view over the city of Lisbon guests can experience the city of Lisbon in the way of royals...
Porto's extravagant boutiquehotel The award-winning hotel Torel Avantgarde is Porto´s sexiest five-star hotel. It’s a place for the traveler who seeks the extravagant and the extraordinary art of Portugal. The building’s origins date back to the 1940s when “creativity” in its broadest sense...
A luxury stay in the heart of Porto The award-winning Torel 1884 palace in the heart of Porto is dedicated to explorers who seek more than just a room key. Torel 1884 offers 12 rooms and suites at the main building. Not far at the Rua das Flores, the property offers 11 more apartments for a...
A hotel for trendsetter and design lover Sir Albert is a hotspot for stylish traveler. The hotel is a completely renovated diamond factory in the heart of Amsterdam’s De Pijp district. To keep the charm of the building they retained the high ceilings, large windows and historical details of...
Feel the energy of Amsterdam Sir Adam is located in the north of Amsterdam, at the first eight floors of the city’s landmark A’DAM Tower. The Tower is home to Sony, Semifest, Massive Music and several more of the most notable organizations in the music industry. With the Towers un...
A designer couple from Milan tells about their love for South Tyrol - and especially for their new B&B Steinach Townhouse Meran. Roger Botti and Giulia De Andreis are a designer couple from Milan - Roger runs the branding and design agency Robilant. South Tyrol has been the couple's seco...
Where nature and imagination run wild If you are looking for a place far away from the stresses and demands of your daily life, the Treehotel up north in Sweden could be your ideal retreat. At Treehotel nature, ecological values, comfort and modern design are combined for an exciting ad...
Rome wasn't built in a day? In order to set up such a successful and well considered project as a hotel with a completely new concept, certainly. That's why the Seidel family, working as architects also spent more than 5 years on the implementation of their very personal and visionary project, ...
At SAND, located only a few minutes walk from Timmendorfer Strand, one enjoys vacation as a journey to oneself through deceleration, absence of everything superfluous and the awareness of being able to enjoy with a clear conscience. The passion and the desire to be hosts were the crucial ...
An estate, that already back in time was a great place of hospitality, is now a luxurious and unique hotel and winery - thanks to the wish of a Croatian couple they have found "their" paradise with the Meneghetti Wine Hotel & Winery. A history of hospitality After the Napoleon's w...
An unexpected Hotel experience Dexamenes Seaside Hotel is located on one of the most unspoilt coastlines of the Western Peloponnese, on Kourouta Beach. The former winery, located directly on the sea front, consists of wine tanks, which have been minimally restored to retain their original in...
Hotel Heureka combines the comfort of a modern boutique hotel, the charm of a private residence and the magical beauty of a 16th Century Venetian palazzo. It is situated in the authentic heart of Venice, in the Cannaregio district, where the original Venetian life pulsates. For design and ...
It was 1998 and somewhere in Graz, when the Judith and Gerald Schwarz started to have a gut feeling bout a place of desire - AIOLA. A place with lots of great people, exciting food and drinks and lots of fun. It was only fantasy, but it felt incredibly real. So Judith and Gerald listen...
The quintessence of the venetian way of life Hotel Heureka is situated in the authentic heart of Venice, in the Cannaregio district, where the original Venetian life pulsates and is the ideal starting point to discover Venice and its versatility. The hotel combines the comfort of a modern bo...
A hotel for interior and animal lovers You would probably expect to find this extraordinary hotel in Paris. The Aiola Living Boutique Hotel in the middle of the old town of Graz scores with an extraordinary concept. It is a hotel for everyone. For guests, for animal lovers and all those who ...
“Mum, I’m bored” – that’s something you’ll never hear from your kids during a stay at the Mia Alpina, and with the new Play Factory, there’s even more to keep them entertained. The name of this hotel says it all. Situated in the centre of the Zillertal valley in Tyrol in the heart of the Zil...
Anyone visiting this place will discover nature at its most beautiful – at the Gradonna Mountain Resort Hotel and Chalets in Kals am Großglockner, nature and sustainability are simply a way of life. The landscape flickers past rapidly before the train starts to slow down with a groan, as if ...
At the new Maslina Mindful Luxury Resort, laid-back Mediterranean style meets contemporary French influences. The resulting design characterises the whole of the expansive hotel and promises to lift your spirits. The island of Hvar is renowned for its rich history, untouched nature, cul...
I have to say, rarely have I arrived somewhere as beautiful as in the Gästehaus Krenn in Pürgg im Ennstal in the Styria region of Austria. Who would have thought? The delightful, small, charming district of Pürgg totally stole my heart, and the view of the Grimming mountain range took my bre...
A calm oasis to unwind by the sea Myst Boutique Hotel is situated in a tranquil location about 800 meters north of the famous town of Oia on the Greek island of Santorini. Tucked away from the main town’s hustle and bustle the hotel is a calm oasis. The architecture is a contemporary take o...
At the lakeside The Alpenhotel Kitzbühel is situated in a unique location directly on the shore of Lake Schwarzsee near Kitzbühel with a fantastic view of the surrounding mountains and the Wilder Kaiser. With its own access to the lake and located in a nature reserve, guests can enjoy the in...
“Do more of what makes you happy” – that’s the motto of the dasMAX hotel in Seefeld. You can feel the vibe, and that’s why dasMAX makes us happy, too. Speak to any Austrian about Seefeld in Tirol and they’ll probably all have a similar image in their heads. Nestled on a plateau between the W...
The charming boutique hotel in Salzburg’s old town offers the perfect accommodation at any time of year. But during the Salzburg Festival, Hotel Stein sets the scene for an even more profound experience. Guests from across the globe with an affinity for art are sure to be found at the Stein ...
Have you ever been to Pirna? Where is it, you ask? It’s in the Saxon Switzerland region of Germany, of course! You don’t know where that is either? Then it really is time for a trip to the Laurichhof design hotel to meet the Seidel family. A hotel that doubles as a showroom Together with ...
The five-star design hotel The Oitavos on the Portuguese Riviera close to Lisbon is a bold design statement. The sparkling steel and glass construction seeks to embrace the beautiful natural surroundings of sand dunes and the ocean rather than compete with it. Overlooking the prot...
Embracing the natural surrounding Overlooking the protected sand dunes, the Atlantic Ocean and its surrounding beaches the five-star design hotel The Oitavos is located at the westernmost point of the Portuguese coastline. A mere 25 minutes from Lisbon and close to the fishing village of Cas...
Let's Laurich Laurichhof is located in Pirna, at the gateway to Saxon Switzerland, just 30 minutes from Dresden and 90 minutes from Prague. The design hotel is as versatile as its guests, as inspiring as a showroom and as homely as the most beautiful home you have ever seen. In 27 different,...
In conversation with Hardy Egger — The passion for hotels and the hospitality business "My passion for hotels and the hospitality business is rooted in my family. My grandparents and my aunt ran a guesthouse with guest rooms. That was the place to celebrate, laugh, have discussions and...
At the Matterhorn Focus Design Hotel, you can look forward to the winter season with even greater excitement. New rooms and suites with a view of that majestic mountain – and free-standing bathtubs. In other words, a great atmosphere and beautiful views are once again guaranteed A frame for ...
"As my sweetheart always puts it: I'm a true Tyrolean host", smiles Michaela Lechthaler, the warm-hearted hotel director at the NIDUM Casual Luxury Hotel in Mösern. Her sweetheart is Maximilian Pinzger, the owner of the property. The 31-year-old Vinschgauer pulls the strings in the background. ...
ART HOTEL IN THE "CITY OF DESIGN" Art lovers tend to display an uncompromising dedication to individualism and the pursuit of a vision. The Augarten Art Hotel designed by star architect Günther Domenig is as surprising as it is unusual. Contemporary art, furniture by A. Thaler and unique des...
Lifestyle at the Baltic sea The SAND on the beach in Timmendorf offers SANDy downtime on the Baltic Sea coast. The boutiqe hotel is only 50 m from the beach and stands for individuality, the very highest quality, sustainability and closeness to nature. The philosophy “Sand Aspires Natural De...
For individualists Vila Valverde is located in gloriously peaceful surroundings at the edge of town with a view of the bay of Praia da Luz. This former 19th century country estate has been fully restored, expanded, and with great devotion to detail turned into a small design hotel. The soft ...
Luxurious simplicity Sublime Comporta is nestled on a stunning 17-hectar estate, surrounded by undulating umbrella pines and cork trees, sand dunes, vineyards, rice fields and 60 kilometres of pristine white-sand beaches. The boutique hotel is close to the tranquil fishing village of Comport...
At home in an artistic jewel Located in the heart of Salzburg's old town, there lies Hotel Goldgasse. The approximately 700-year-old house welcomes its guests with exclusive charme and excellent service - just get in and feel at home. In the historical stone house old stucco, sensati...
Charming flamboyance Hotel SEPP is characterised by the philosophy of togetherness. The Alpine Boutique Hotel, made for adults only and guests over 21, is a special place that brings together old and new, tradition and zeitgeist. But most importantly, guests - as together we are all less ...
Exclusivity meets lifestyle The Sportresidenz Zillertal has a direct access to the Zillertal‘s golf course, the „Leading Golf Courses“ Championship course of the Golfclub Zillertal-Uderns which combines lifestyle with sophisticated hospitality. In addition to the 18-hole course, which of cou...
A haven of calmin the state of Salzburg From host to "guest whisperer": this is the philosophy of the Neudegger Family at Hotel Nesslerhof in the heart of the Großarl-Dorfgastein linked ski area. Experience genuine hospitality and wonderfully spacious interiors at this design hotel. 86 roo...
A little closer to heaven The Naturresort PURADIES lies at the heart of the ski resort, Saalbach-Hinterglemm-Leogang-Fieberbrunn. Located right at the slopes, this hotel is a "ski-in ski-out" facility in winter. Enjoy an unbroken view of the Birnhorn and its surroundings from the sunniest hi...
A hotel as clear as a crystal The Hotel The Crystal is located right on the ski slopes and provides direct access to the elite Obergurgl-Hochgurgl ski area. Clear lines and cubic design are striking features of modern architecture. This style is carried over into the hotel’s interior and its...
An exclusive natural alpine paradies The Gradonna Mountain Resort Chalets & Hotel is located directly on the Kals slope in the Großglockner Kals-Matrei ski area. The designer alpine hotel at an elevation of 1,350 metres offers pure natural pleasure inside and outside. The wood shingle fa...
This former 19th-century estate is located away from the everyday hustle and bustle, overlooking the bay of Praia da Luz. Vila Valverde has been completely restored, expanded and transformed into a small 5-star design hotel with great attention to detail. Guests arriving at the Vila Valverde...
There is one word no one would use in connection with the new Aiola Living Hotel in Graz’s old town, and that is “inconspicuous”. For one thing is clear: It is impossible to overlook this interior design. Floral carpets, feather lampshades, velvety furniture, and colours – and COLOURS. I...
The Senses Violett Suites are nestled up against the foot of the Schmitten – Zell am See’s local mountain: Nature, style and luxury combine to pure relaxation. Stylish paradise The view from the balconies of the “adult hotel 16+” over the glittering frozen lake is far sweeping – on the h...
Screened off by a mountain rock massif, there lies the Pinzgau Plateau, upon which the alpine cabins of the Puradies line up in the sparkling snow. Snow banners are blown off the wooden shingle roofs of the châlets with their luxurious interior. Here, pure skiing pleasure starts right on your d...
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