Zipolite
Heven, at the risk of sounding trite, is pretty heavenly: a beautifully designed walled compound arranged around an infinity pool, lush gardens and…
Must-see hotels in Americas
Salt Lake City
Exquisite woodwork and Maxfield Parrish Tiffany glass adorn this sprawling, 1906 Renaissance Revival mansion-turned-inn. Guest rooms are classically…
Trinidad
Start in the fern-filled tiled lobby and browse the courtyard surrounded by three floors of rooms in a remodeled 19th-century colonial. The five-star…
Cuzco
Hitting the perfect balance of cozy and high style, this renovated grand colonial in tiny Plazoleta Nazarenas is simply debonair. Rustic meets majestic…
Newport
Don't pull up in less than a BMW at this beautiful boutique hotel, worthy of its place on any 'Best Hotels' list. Affording a remarkable cliff-top…
San Juan
The all-suite, adults-only sibling to O:live, just around the corner, blends contemporary architecture and art-deco opulence. All plush velvet furniture…
Santa Teresa & Lapa
What is probably the finest boutique hotel in Rio is set in a lavishly restored building that was part of a coffee plantation in the 19th century. It…
Cuzco
Fusing modern with colonial, this Italian-owned boutique hotel is dripping in style. Its 16 suites feature walls with oversized stripes, king-sized beds,…
Ocho Rios, Port Antonio & the North Coast
The hotel home of Gee Jam recording studios sets the standard for ultra-modern design, cuisine and exclusivity. Fabulous cottages are connected by jungle…
Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa
Poʻipu
Sprawling through tropical gardens down to the Pacific, this quintessential Hawaiian resort is all glamor. Beyond its soaring atrium lie wonderful lounges…
Virgin Gorda
Virgin Gorda is known for its high-end resorts, but Oil Nut Bay takes the cake for over-the-top luxury. Between the manicured hills and the powdered-sugar…
El Yunque
Tucked in to the mountains with panoramic views over El Yunque, adults-only Casa Flamboyant makes the most of its spectacular setting. Three well…
Cancún
You can't miss the glaring white exterior of the aptly named Le Blanc, arguably Cancún's most sophisticated resort. This adults-only retreat comes with…
Northern Patagonia
Classic and refined, these side-by-side beautiful stone lodges were modeled on English architecture in southern Argentina. Patterned tiles, handsome wood…
Isla de Ometepe
Travelers looking for ecofriendly accommodations in the midst of lush jungle hit the mother lode with Finca Mystica. A labor of love by US expats Ryan and…
Midtown
Crowned by a copper cupola, this beaux-arts dream is one of the city's hottest addresses. Rooms channel a nostalgic NYC-meets-Paris aesthetic, in which…
Península de Pedernales
Fancy glamping in paradise? Professional-style camping tents, strewn on the sands of Playa Las Cuevas, come in two sizes and are equipped with hotel…
Hana & East Maui
‘Tropical Asian fusion’ describes these two beautifully designed and very private cottages (with one and two bedrooms) nestled in greenery near Hamoa…
Kihei
Sip coffee, scan for whales, savor sunsets – it’s hard to leave your lanai at Punahoa, a classy boutique condo where every unit has a clear ocean view…
Holetown
This family-owned 88-unit luxury hotel has 12 acres of gorgeous landscaped grounds surrounding an elegant gingerbread fantasy of a main building. Unlike…
Lake Titicaca
To say too much about this place is to spoil the surprise, so here's a taste: quirky, creative, stylish, ecofriendly, million-dollar vistas. Plus there…
Santiago
No two rooms are exactly alike at this artfully designed boutique hotel, which masterfully intertwines old and new within the confines of a restored 1920s…
Nevada
A mile south of town via NV Hwy 342, the cool Gold Hill Hotel & Saloon claims to be Nevada's oldest hotel, and feels like it, with a breezy, old-fashioned…
San Juan
At this luxe, Mediterranean-inspired boutique, each of the 15 rooms is unique, showcasing talavera tiled floors, heavy wooden doors and eclectic objet d…
SoHo & Chinatown
Occupying a handsomely restored, 19th-century building, the Broome feels far more intimate than most NYC hotels. Its 14 rooms are the epitome of simple…
Hanalei Bay & the North Shore
This lovely property, set in jungle-like grounds beside the Wainiha River, holds two luxurious vacation rentals, each perfect for honeymooners or a family…
Southwestern Utah
Watch the birds flit by on the adjacent 15-acre wildlife sanctuary and stroll through the organic garden – Boulder Mountain Lodge has a strong eco…
Southwestern Utah
Dubbed ‘cowboy-licious’ by a wizened ranch hand, this lodge delivers open-range dreams. Recycled from a Mormon saw town, the private ranch, 2 miles south…
Laguna Bacalar
Laguna Bacalar is absolutely beautiful in its own right, so imagine staying at one of the most striking locations along the shore. A typical day on the…
Ocho Rios, Port Antonio & the North Coast
A historical-home-cum-luxury-retreat, this beautiful 17th century colonial house belongs to the Henzel family, of The Harder They Come fame. The four…
Ottawa
By the Ottawa Locks, the city's best-known hotel is a landmark in its own right. Built in 1912 to resemble a 16th-century French château, its 426 rooms…
Ottawa
In one of Ottawa's finest locations, the stately Lord Elgin was built in 1941 in a similar, but less grandiose, style to Toronto's Fairmont Royal York…
Isla Mujeres
Get the full-fledged B&B treatment in this lovingly restored historic house, where guests get excellent breakfast served in a shady courtyard along with a…
Northern Colorado
Gary Cooper and Teddy Roosevelt both stayed in Meeker's best hotel, which dates back to 1896. The themed rooms have Western motifs. Some have been…
ʻIao Valley & Central Maui
Hawaiian hospitality is a highlight at this elegant period home. With its classic veranda and lightly vintage style, it transports you back to the breezy…
Kingston
Enjoy a decadent stay at this former dry-goods merchant's home in a historic district. Built in 1850, the massive stone, Tuscan-style villa has been…
Las Vegas
Formerly the domain of 'whales' – the highest echelon of casino hotshot who'd be enticed to the property with complimentary stays – these secluded, unique…
North Shore & Upcountry
Here the alohas are warm and the setting superb, with stylish cottages (studio, one bedroom and two bedroom) and luxurious suites with idyllic beachfront…
Springdale
From colorful tractor reflectors to angel art, the owners' collections enliven every corner of this quaint 1930s bungalow. The fireplace suite is huge;…
Bariloche
Sitting amid pristine forests and waterfalls on the banks of Lago Gutiérrez, off RN 40, this wonderful ecolodge retreat is ideal for outdoor adventurers…
