Luxury hotels of the world

Like a siren of the Pacific, Aitutaki seduces you. It begins the moment you approach the nineteen acres of tropical forest with an amazing beachfront of pure, white sands. It continues as you discover the most breathtaking lagoon you have ever seen, dotted with idyllic islands and fringed by the azure-blue Pacific Ocean. It washes over ...

Renowned for its tranquil and understated ambience, the family owned and run Coral Reef Club is an elegant Caribbean classic, perfectly located on a stretch of white, sandy beach. Well-loved for years by connoisseurs of superb food, it offers an array of water sports and a beautiful new spa. Rooms, suites and cottages in traditional ...

The most fabulous resort on the island of Bonaire, Harbour Village Beach Club is an exclusive residential refuge where smart villa accommodation, a private white-sand beach, a marina and a host of activities are just a small part of this exclusive resort in one of the top scuba diving locations in the world. Secluded and peaceful elegan ...

Surrounded by acres of olive groves, Relais Histo is a sympathetically restored medieval masseria with views of the Mar Piccolo, close to Taranto. It is the perfect spot to wind down with gourmet dining, a spa, pools, a striking courtyard and a 1st century AD basilica, now used for meetings. A fabulous fusion of historic architecture an ...

A grand country house retreat in an unspoiled alpine village, Royal Park Hotel, family owned and run for five generations, is set in picturesque parkland surrounded by mountains. Dining, bar, lounges and a spa provide indoor pleasure, whilst outside there is a wide variety of year-round activities. Softly coloured decor is enhanced by ...

Set in the heart of the Cotswolds, in the spa town of Cheltenham, the Hotel is positioned a short stroll from the centre of town and opposite a beautiful park. Pamper yourself in the individually designed rooms after a fabulous days shopping in the award-winning Promenade, or an adrenaline-filled day at the famous Cheltenham Races. Spen ...

In the heart of the walled old town amid colonial houses that line narrow, cobblestone streets, Hotel Cartegena de Indias is a delightful boutique hotel providing the ultimate in comfort. A blend of contemporary Caribbean style and sophistication with fabulous city views, a superb rooftop terrace and bar, all within walking distance of ...

A pristine white stucco villa steps from Xpu-Ha Beach with a world-class Mayan-themed spa, Esencia sits in 50 acres of lush, green gardens with spectacular sea and garden views from modern, Mediterranean-styled suites. Staying in the villa is like joining a private house-party with a very relaxed ambience. Ocean-view or garden suites ...

Arrive in style at Villa Rolandi Thalasso Spa, Gourmet and Beach Club via the resorts luxury yacht, Cocoon. Set on Isla Mujeres 20 minutes from Cancun, the hotel has stunning views from its perfect position in a sheltered cove between a white sandy beach and Makax lagoon. Expect beautiful rooms, rediscover relaxation and wellness at its ...

Enchanting cobblestone streets meander through Hotel Kura Hulanda Spa and Casino, a beautifully restored collection of 17th and 18th-century Dutch colonial buildings which are part of a UNESCO World Heritage site. Interspersed with intimate courtyards and gardens, this historic resort village provides two pools, numerous restaurants and ...

Set alongside Bali s most beautiful beach, The Oberoi, Bali is the place in Seminyak for complete rest and relaxation. The thatched villas are so private the bathrooms have glass walls looking out onto an open-air garden. Expect spectacular cuisine, a spa with outdoor massage pavilions and an inviting swimming pool. The 74 thatched room ...

Cut into the sides of a dramatic ravine, Viceroy Bali is a divinely secluded retreat in the Lembah Valley, just minutes from Ubud. Experience a fantastic Swiss-inspired spa, excellent food and breathtaking villa accommodation with amazing views, infinity pools and some exhilarating design features. Whichever villa you choose, it is ...

The setting of Spice Island Beach Resort is spectacular, right on the golden sands of Grand Anse Beach. Surrounded by eight acres of pristine tropical gardens, it has a wide choice of suites, cuisine that is the talking point of the island, a delightful spa and a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Blue waters, pristine sands, suites with ...

An imposing 14th century ivy-clad hideaway with 21st century comforts in one of the Cotswolds prettiest villages. The Manor House Hotel is set in 365 acres of beautiful wooded parkland with a Peter Alliss-designed golf course, Italian gardens, lawns that sweep down to the river and a wonderful Michelin-starred restaurant, Bybrook. You ...

Nowhere else in the world do two World Heritage-listed sites sit side by side: the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef. Experience both at Bloomfield Lodge, a beautifully remote rainforest retreat in the heart of far north Queensland. A wonderfully secluded and romantic hideaway, Bloomfield Lodge combines gourmet dining and ...