Hotel Reviews: Honest Assessments of Luxury Hotels

For those craving an authentic Robinson Crusoe experience with an endless azure blue horizon and a white sandy beach fringed with palm...

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Velaa Private Island

When it opened in December 2013, Velaa Private Island was hailed as the ultimate, ultra-exclusive, beyond luxury experience in the...

10

Copacabana Palace - a Belmond Hotel

A grand Art Deco statement oozing old world glamour, the Copacabana Palace – a Belmond Hotel - has been a Rio de Janeiro landmark and a lure...

9

Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus

A former 19th century Ottoman palace now luxurious hotel, the elegant Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus stands proudly on the...

9

J.K. Place Roma

If you are looking for a discreet, private bolthole when visiting Rome rather than one of the larger grand dame properties, then take a...

9

COMO The Halkin

COMO The Halkin is widely regarded as the “mother” of London's ever-expanding offering of amazing boutique hotels. It was opened in 1991 by...

8

Oxwich Bay Hotel

There are few places in Britain where history, nature, and seaside charm blend quite as effortlessly as at the Oxwich Bay Hotel. Perched...

8.5

Foxhills Club & Resort

Foxhills Club & Resort is located in one of the most beautiful parts of Surrey - and just an hour’s drive from central London. ...

9.5

The Beaumont Hotel

The Beaumont is one of most wonderful luxury hotels in London. Located in the city's most affluent district - Mayfair - The Beaumont opened...

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Hotel Grande Bretagne, a Luxury Collection Hotel

There are a handful of luxury hotels around the world that are synonymous with the cities in which they are located and the Hotel Grande...

10

Raffles London at The OWO

Raffles London at The OWO opened to huge fanfare on Friday 29th September, 2023. In less than a year, it has earned its place as...

9

Grove of Narberth

Grove of Narberth is a delightful 25-bedroom country house hotel - located in the county of Pembrokeshire - at the southwest tip of...

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Shangri-La Hotel at The Shard, London

Standing at just under 310 metres in height, The Shard is the tallest building in Western Europe and is home to the Shangri-La Hotel, at The...

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Shangri-La Hotel at The Shard, London

Standing at just under 310 metres in height, The Shard is the tallest building in Western Europe and is home to the Shangri-La Hotel, at The...

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The Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong

The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, one of the world’s highest hotels, is a 312 roomed property which starts on the 103rd floor of Kowloon’s...

8

Marina Bay Sands

The Marina Bay Sands Singapore, locally referred to as the MBS, opened in 2010 and is now an iconic landmark on the skyline of this bustling...

9

The Hari - London

The Hari is one of those delightful, family-owned, boutique hotels that London is so good at. It's location - in the heart of Belgravia - is...

8.5

Thornbury Castle

Thornbury Castle - set in 15 acres of glorious, verdant English countryside - boasts a history that dates back to 1511. It is the only Tudor...

9.5

Corinthia London

Opened in 2011 - Corinthia London - with its consistently excellent service and superb facilities - has steadily crept up the “10 Best...

9.5

La Mamounia

Arguably the most famous and luxurious city hotel in North Africa, La Mamounia has provided a peaceful oasis in Morocco’s capital of...

10

The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort

Set on eight kilometres (five miles) of pristine white sandy beach along the North Shore of the aptly named Paradise Island, the ultra...

9

Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul

Istanbul is a bustling, bewitching city of mystery, intrigue and history – a history that lives on at the Çırağan Palace Hotel Kempinski. As...

9

The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel

The Carlyle enjoys one of the most prized addresses on the Upper East Side, the most affluent neighbourhood in New York. The streets are...

9.5

The Dorchester - Dorchester Collection

For nearly a century, The Dorchester - flagship of Dorchester Collection - has been one of the most recognisable and acclaimed luxury hotels...

9

Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort - Igloos and Chalets

When the season turns colder .. and winter arrives with its icy grip, Lapland is on most people’s bucket list, wanting to see the marvel of...

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The Thief

The Thief is a striking, design-led, boutique hotel located in downtown Oslo. Opened in 2013 it has since gained a reputation for innovation...

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Jumby Bay Island - an Oetker Collection Hotel

Jumby Bay is a private Island located just 2.5 kilometres (1.6 miles) from mainland Antigua. At just 300 acres (121 hectares) in area, the...

10

The Brando

To stay at The Brando is to follow in the footsteps of a cinematic giant - for this is the former private island paradise chosen by Oscar...

9.5

Kudadoo Maldives Private Island

“ … anything, anytime, anywhere … “Designed to escape from the monotony of everyday life, Kudadoo Maldives Private Island offers a...

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Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve

A beautiful wildlife oasis drawing guests from across the world, South Africa’s Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve promises the safari...

8.5

Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti

With Tanzania being one of the best countries to experience an authentic African safari, where better to head for than the luxuriously...

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Four Seasons Resort Seychelles

Located on a granite plateau with a backdrop of majestic mountains overlooking a protected azure-blue bay, the Four Seasons Resort...

9.5

Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa

Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa is one of three distinct and stunning island resorts operated by the Four Seasons Hotels &...

9.5

The Peninsula Tokyo

The Peninsula Tokyo’s design is based on a traditional Japanese lantern. It stands proud 24-floors high at the entrance to Marunouchi and...

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LUX* South Ari Atoll

LUX* South Ari Atoll offers a contemporary Maldivian experience with all the 193 beautifully designed bungalows, villas and pavilions...

10

The Connaught

Situated in the heart of affluent Mayfair, The Connaught is one of London's most quintessentially British hotels, traditional yet...

10

Heckfield Place

Heckfield Place is an exceptional English country house hotel, a 90-minute drive from central London. Originally constructed in the 18th...

9.5

Hotel Eden - Dorchester Collection

Hotel Eden Rome is an icon of timeless luxury and Italian charm, offering guests a tranquil sanctuary high above the bustling streets of the...

9.5

One Nature Nyaruswiga Serengeti

For the very best of safari adventures, where better to head for than Tanzania and the Serengeti National Park, home to the Great Migration...

9.5

The Imperial, New Delhi

Centrally located, just a stone’s throw away from India Gate, a palm tree-lined drive leads to The Imperial New Delhi, one of India’s most...

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Mandarin Oriental Bangkok

There are few hotels in the world more famous than the riverside Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok, originally known as The Oriental. For nearly...

9

Prince Akatoki London

The Prince Akatoki London is a delightful Japanese-inspired luxury hotel, located close to Marble Arch in central London. “Akatoki” is the...

9.5

The Lowell

If you prefer a luxurious residential atmosphere reminiscent of a private townhouse with impeccable service and a welcoming warmth rather...

8.5

Treehouse Hotel London

Treehouse Hotel London is situated just metres from one most famous buildings in the world - the headquarters of the BBC - Broadcasting...

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Amanzoe

Enjoying a secluded hilltop position with panoramic views of the Peloponnese countryside with abundant olive groves, vineyards and cypress...

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The Gleneagles Hotel

Gleneagles is one of Europe’s most luxurious five-star country hotels - as well as one of the most famous - and is a glorious playground of...

9

Hotel Endsleigh

Hotel Endsleigh is a luxury hotel in a league of its own. This historic country house hotel - located in the county of Devon - has 21...

8.5

The Athenaeum Hotel & Residences

The Athenaeum has sat proudly at 116 Piccadilly - as a Mayfair luxury hotel - since 1973. It is one of those discrete London hotels with an...

9

St Moritz Hotel & Cowshed Spa

St Moritz Hotel & Cowshed Spa is a unique luxury boutique hotel located on the coast of Cornwall in South-West England. It sits in the...

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The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman

New York-based interior designer, Champalimaud, has recently brought a modern touch to The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman, accentuating the...

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Secrets Moxché Playa del Carmen

Secrets Moxché Playa del Carmen is a stunning, adults only all-inclusive resort located around 45 minutes south of Cancún International...

9

LUX* Grand Gaube

The largest of the LUX* resort properties in Mauritius, LUX* Grand Gaube features 186 sea-facing rooms suites and villas, a retro-chic...

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Six Senses Zighy Bay

Set between a stunning backdrop of the Al Hajar mountains and a 1.6 kilometre white sand beach that leads into the Gulf of Oman, the...

9

The Chedi Muscat

The Chedi Muscat is an elegantly landscaped twenty-one-acre garden oasis featuring 158 Asian-influenced guestrooms, villas and club rooms...

9.5

JOALI BEING

JOALI BEING is something very different for the Maldives – the first dedicated and fully nature immersive wellness sanctuary which...

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COMO Metropolitan London

The contemporary tower of the COMO Metropolitan London is partially hidden, set back behind one of London’s main thoroughfares, Park Lane...

8.5

Bodysgallen Hall & Spa

Bodysgallen Hall & Spa is one of those country house hotels that ticks all the boxes. It offers anything & everything from a...

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Hotel Continental

Family owned and operated for four generations, the centrally located and much-loved Hotel Continental, Oslo has been a beacon of luxury...

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Palé Hall Hotel & Restaurant

Palé Hall Hotel & Restaurant has established itself as one of the most exceptional country house hotels in the United Kingdom. With...

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Baur au Lac

The Baur au Lac is one of the finest hotels in Switzerland and is still run by the sixth generation of the same - founding - family since it...

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Anantara Kalutara Resort

Situated where the Kalu Ganga meets the Indian Ocean, Anantara Kalutara Resort is a stunning Geoffrey Bawa inspired resort enjoying a...

9.5

Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest

A stunning Art Nouveau palace, the Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest is arguably the city’s grandest and best located property...

9.5

Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle

A tented camp is something a little out of the ordinary for luxury brand Four Seasons and when it is based in the heart of Thailand’s Golden...

9.5

The Landmark Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong

Set in the heart of Hong Kong’s aptly named Central, The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong, the smaller and younger of the brand’s two...

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Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong

Hong Kong boasts some of the finest hotels in the world and they do not come any better than the Four Seasons Hotel, Hong Kong. Ask any...

10

Le Bristol Paris

Opened in 1925 and a jewel in the Oetker Collection of international luxury hotels & resorts, Le Bristol Paris boasts 190 magnificent...

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Four Seasons Hotel Doha

The Four Seasons in Doha opened in 2005 and is considered by many to be the grande dame of Doha’s luxury hotels. With 175 guest rooms and 57...

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The Ritz-Carlton, Wolfsburg

An unexpected departure for The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company when it opened back in 2000, The Ritz-Carlton, Wolfsburg is a contemporary...

9

Huka Lodge

Located on the banks of the deep clear turquoise waters of the Waikato River on New Zealand’s central North Island, Huka Lodge enjoys a...

9.5

The Oberoi Amarvilas Agra

With every guest room and suite overlooking the world’s greatest monument to love – the mausoleum of the Taj Mahal - there is no doubt that...

10

Schloss Elmau Luxury Spa Retreat & Cultural Hideaway

Imagine a castle, tucked away at the foot of the Bavarian Alps in south-east Germany, completely surrounded by majestic snow-capped...

9

Rocco Forte Hotel Amigo

Located in the very heart of historic Brussels, Rocco Forte Hotels’ award-winning Hotel Amigo offers a luxuriously upscale and stylishly...

9.5

The Dolder Grand

The Dolder Grand is one of the world’s most famous Swiss hotels and has been since it first opened its doors in 1899. Enjoying an extensive...

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Stock Exchange Hotel

Housed in the former Grade II listed home of the Manchester Stock Exchange, as the name suggests, this beautifully restored boutique...

9

Amanjena

Aman’s properties across the world are always a little special and the Amanjena property in Marrakech is no exception. Lying just outside of...

10

Belmond Reid's Palace

Set on a Madeiran clifftop amidst ten acres of stunning sub-tropical gardens overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, Reid’s Palace stands supreme...

9

Hotel Arts Barcelona

With 44-floors, Hotel Arts Barcelona is instantly recognisable as both a city landmark and a beachfront resort, a striking tower of blue...

10

Abadia Retuerta LeDomaine

Imbued with the charm of a by-gone age, Abadia Retuerta LeDomaine, is an historic wine estate dating back some 900 years. Set within the...

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Fisher Island Club and Hotel

Situated on what was once the private winter estate of the Vanderbilt family, Fisher Island Club Hotel & Resort offers 15 luxurious...

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Amangalla

Stepping across the threshold of Amangalla, Sri Lanka is like stepping back in time. Housed within a 17th century Dutch colonial building...

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The Mark New York

Arguably New York’s leading luxury design hotel, the privately owned Mark Hotel combines old world comfort, avant-garde design, up to the...

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Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental Abu Dhabi

Set within 100 hectares of landscaped gardens and lawns, the Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi is a palatial beachfront hotel...

8.5

XV Beacon Hotel

The decorative 1903 Beaux-Arts façade fronting XV Beacon, Boston gives an elegant expectation as to what to expect inside this intriguing...

9.5

J.K. Place Paris

J.K. Place Paris is the French outpost for the luxury Italian boutique hotel marque – J.K. Place. The hotel has just 29 - perfectly formed...

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Penha Longa Golf Resort

Follow in the footsteps of the Portuguese aristocracy who used to flee the Lisbon city heat for the cool peace and serenity of Sintra and...

8.5

The Atlantic Hotel Jersey

The Atlantic Hotel Jersey was opened in May 1970 by hotelier Henry Burke. Over fifty years later – and now run by his son Patrick – The...

9.5

Mandarin Oriental Barcelona

The former headquarters of the Banco Hispano-Americano Bank, today houses the Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona, enjoying an enviable location in...

9.5

Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi

It is just a 45-minute sail on a luxurious yacht from Malé International Airport to the Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi. This is a...

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LUX* Le Morne

On the tip of Mauritius’ western coastline, lies the chic boutique resort of Lux* Le Morne. It enjoys a dramatic setting on a white sandy...

9.5

LUX* Grand Baie Resort & Residences

A laid-back modernist boutique resort designed by Kelly Hoppen - with leading Mauritian architect Jean-François Adam - LUX* Grand Baie is...

9

Ritz Paris

The Ritz Paris is one of the most famous hotels in the world. Since it opened in 1898, it has set the bar for luxury and excellence in...

9

One Aldwych

One of the first contemporary designer hotels in the capital, hidden behind a Grade II listed Edwardian façade, the independently owned One...

8.5

Pullman Danang Beach Resort

The Pullman Danang Beach Resort is a five-star tropical haven on the bleached white sands of the Bac My An Beach in Central Vietnam. Just 3...

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Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai

Stunningly located within a valley of landscaped gardens and rice terraces across 13-hectares, the Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai in...

9

45 Park Lane - Dorchester Collection

When it comes to contemporary boutique hotels in Mayfair, look no further than 45 Park Lane. This property sits just a few metres from its...

9.5

Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin

One of Germany’s legendary hotels, the Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin enjoys perhaps the city’s finest location, overlooking Pariser Platz...

9

Summer Lodge Country House Hotel & Restaurant

For the ultimate country house stay, head over to Hardy country and Summer Lodge, Red Carnation Hotels’ quintessential British luxury...

9

Amanwella

Imagine a contemporary, intimate haven on a hillside, overlooking a sun-kissed sandy beach fringed with coconut palms, waves lapping on the...

9

Hôtel Martinez - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

If you want to see and be seen by the right people in Cannes then the Art Deco palace that is the Hôtel Martinez is just the place. This H...

9

Park Hyatt Washington

A modernist outlook combined with American style are the hallmarks of the welcoming Park Hyatt, Washington DC. The property is located in...

9.5

Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London

Uniquely positioned in London, sitting on both Royal parkland and the busy urban shopping streets of luxury Knightsbridge, Mandarin Oriental...

9.5

Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort

Set in a peaceful jungle setting at the point where Thailand meets with Myanmar and Laos, Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp &...

10

137 Pillars Suites Bangkok

A luxurious boutique property of immense style and innovation, the independently owned 137 Pillars Suites & Residences Bangkok offers...

9

The Ritz-Carlton, Berlin

With an exterior designed in the classical tradition, similar to the 1920s high rise buildings of New York and Chicago, The Ritz-Carlton...

9

Four Seasons Resort Langkawi

Stunningly located within a tropical rainforest between limestone cliffs and the rippling azure waters of the Andaman Sea, Four Seasons...

9.5

Capella Singapore

Whilst set on 12 hectares (30 acres) of lush rainforest within Sentosa Island, the luxurious and privately-owned Capella Singapore remains...

9

The Beverly Hills Hotel

For over a century, The Beverly Hills Hotel’s iconic, pink sign has been a beacon of glamour, heralding a safe and luxurious haven for the...

8.5

The Glasshouse, Autograph Collection

With a host of awards and accolades to its credit, The Glasshouse, Edinburgh is one of the city’s most popular, historic yet at the same...

9

The Peninsula New York

The Peninsula New York sits on New York’s famous Fifth Avenue - undoubtedly Midtown Manhattan’s finest address. The impressive landmark...

9

JOALI Maldives

The first of two JOALI lifestyle properties in the northern Maldives situated on neighbouring private islands, the luxurious JOALI Maldives...

9

Hurawalhi Island Resort

Hurawalhi Island Resort, Maldives is an ultra-chic, adults only five-star resort designed with a modern, minimalist take on traditional...

9

COMO Cocoa Island

COMO Cocoa Island is one of the smaller, more discreet island resorts in The Maldives with just 33 overwater villas located within the...

9

COMO Maalifushi

Located in the Maldives’ southerly Thaa Atoll, COMO Maalifushi fits perfectly into its environment: an impressive and sophisticated...

9.5

Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru

Where Four Seasons’ resorts land, their legions of fans will faithfully follow, safe in the knowledge that they are guaranteed luxury with a...

9.5

Four Seasons Explorer Maldives

What better way to sail around the string of beautiful Maldivian islands than on a luxury craft and what if that craft was operated by a...

9.5

Four Seasons Private Island Maldives Voavah

Imagine a two-hectare secluded island in the middle of the crystal-clear turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean – no-one around you apart from...

9

Bürgenstock Hotels & Resort

When you take a boat ride on Lake Lucerne, you cannot help but notice the legendary Bürgenstock Hotels & Resort sitting majestically...

8.5

Hôtel Royal Savoy Lausanne

The grandest of historic chateau-style hotels are always to be found in Switzerland and the Hôtel Royal Savoy in Lausanne-Ouchy is...

9

Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa

Located in the older part of Switzerland’s capital city, the Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa first opened its doors in 1859, earning...

9

Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort

Imagine a secret hideaway located on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Indian Ocean and you will find Anantara Peace Haven, one of Sri Lanka’s...

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