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Commendable hotels

“Boutique hotels” are small and personal hotels with an attractive atmosphere. They tend to boast stylish design and gourmet chefs.

Often times you will get to know the owners or hotel managers and talk to them about local peculiarities and their individual interpretation of a place.

Boutique hotels are our preferred way of staying abroad. As a nice coincidence, they are mostly situated in luxurious destinations and sometimes even close to spectacular golf courses…

Check out our list of personally recommended hotels here:

Enjoyable boutique and design hotels we personally recommend!

Interview with Marcel Wanders on the Next Big Thing in Hotel Interior Design

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I met renowned Dutch interior designer Marcel Wanders during today’s laying of the foundation stone of Zurich’s posh Kameha Grand Hotel that will be opened in March 2015.

I got the opportunity to pick Marcel’s brain and conduct an interview, here’s what he had to say…

W Santiago – Abundance of Renowned Chefs and Lounge Architects

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Located between Santiago’s noble Providencia and Las Condes districts and next to the Los Leones golf course, W Santiago is a spectacularly stylish venue against a panoramic backdrop of snow-capped Andes peaks and Sanhattan’s glitzy skyscrapers.

Stylish W Design Hotel Istanbul – come on a tour with Ilker Topdemir!

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The W Istanbul Hotel is located in the historic Akaretler Row Houses that used to house the emperor’s staff in the old days. The hotel now is at the heart of the vibrant Besiktas neighborhood filled with restaurants, cafes, and design & art galleries.

Go-getting events and hospitality marketing manager Ilker Topdemir was so kind to show me around the stylish premises, come with us on tour!

Iconic, Opulent and Worth a Visit — Andaz Amsterdam

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Andaz Amsterdam is a design hotel venue on the elegant Prinsengracht canal in Amsterdam’s Jordaan district. Nestled in the former Public Library the hotel boasts 122 rooms, but you wouldn’t tell from outside since it nicely fits in the surrounding historic canal architecture. Inside, though, we are talking a completely different world. Step in and enjoy opulent design at its best!

The House Hotel Bosphorus – Classy yet Modern at the Same Time

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The House Hotel Bosphorus is a stylish deluxe hotel in Istanbul’s lively Ortaköy district with breathtaking views of the Bosphorus. Check out this gem by the Bosphorus!

Algodon Mansion:Living like Roger Federer in Buenos Aires

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The boutique hotel Algodon Mansion is located in the heart of Buenos Aires’ most elegant residential neighborhood, Recoleta, where you will also find exclusive designer boutiques, nice restaurants, and art galleries.

Chic Boutique Hotel Mio Buenos Aires

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The hotel Mio Buenos Aires is located in the heart of upscale district Recoleta in Buenos Aires and it’s only a few meters away from exclusive designer stores, shopping centers, art galleries and just blocks from Eva Perón’s tomb in the famous Recoleta Cemetery. The hotel combines luxury, elegance and design.

Heaven on Earth at Stylish Entre Cielos Hotel & Hammam in Mendoza

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Entre Cielos is a boutique hotel located near Mendoza, Argentina, and it’s a real hideaway set among vineyards with a view of the Andes.

Hotel moderno Alto Atacama

Stylish Outpost: Secluded Alto Atacama Desert Lodge

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Alto Atacama Desert Lodge is situated in Northern Chile, hidden at the edge of San Pedro de Atacama’s oasis. The cubic architecture contrasts spectacularly with rugged red mountains in the background.

The rural yet stylish decor and a welcoming staff have you immediately feel at home in one of the driest deserts on this planet…

Restaurante del hotel de lujo Awasi

Awasi Hotel: A Luxurious Hideaway in the Chilean Atacama Desert

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Awasi is an exclusive resort in the charming town of San Pedro de Atacama — surrounded by Chile’s vast Atacama Desert.

It is a Relais & Chateaux property, boasting all of the careful detailing that comes with such a prestigious ownership.

Yurt Style Camping at Patagonia Camp near Torres del Paine

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Patagonia Camp at the shores of Lake Toro is just a 15-minutes’ drive from one of the most spectacular national parks – Torres del Paine. Check out yurt style housing in Patagonia.

Stellar Architecture at Refugia Boutique Hotel on Chiloé Island

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Design hotel Refugia opened its doors to the public in September 2012 in Southern Chile, in a very unique and mystical spot on this planet – on Chiloé Island, South America’s second largest island situated just South of Puerto Montt.

The hotel is surrounded by more than 10 hectares of land where countryside, beach, green fields, forests and an inlet of the Pacific Ocean meet. A perfect oasis of tranquility and nature…

Check out this architectural gem amidst Chiloé’s rounded hills!

Enjoy Stylish Design at El Casco Art Hotel near San Carlos de Bariloche

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El Casco Art Hotel, a member of Preferred Boutique, is spectacularly located on the shores of picturesque Lake Nahuel Huapi, near Patagonia’s San Carlos de Bariloche.

Together with a great collection of paintings and sculptures by Argentine artists, El Casco offers a particular and unique experience. Make sure you also check out their excellent cuisine!

Eolo: Relais & Châteaux Heaven in Patagonia, Argentina

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Eolo is a luxurious ranch-style lodge nestled in a remote valley — on route to the Perito Moreno glacier, near El Calafate.

It is a stunning establishment where unspoiled nature can be explored or a relaxing holiday can be spent. Savor the delectable cuisine whilst enjoying the breathtaking landscape views.

Remota Hotel in Puerto Natales, Patagonia – Inspiring Excursion Base

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Remota hotel is located in remote Puerto Natales, an old fishing town in Patagonia’s South situated between Punta Arenas and the Torres del Paine National Park. It serves as premier base for hiking, biking and even kayaking excursions into Patagonia’s plains.

Architectonically speaking Remota offers a unique experience as it perfectly blends into the light slopes of the landscape.

25hours Hamburg Number One – affordable Design Hotel for the young set

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Hotelier of the Year 2003 Kai Hollman caused a stir when he opened 25hours as one of the first affordable Design Hotels in the Budget Deluxe niche catering to a young clientele. What started a decade ago as a party bar with a place to crash for the night has over the years turned into a successful design hotel, but one still with a wink of the eye. Case in point: where else would they hand you a “men’s handbag “at the front desk?

Pure Design: Iconic Icon Hotel in the Heart of Prague

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Conveniently situated in a calm side street lies a hidden hotel gem. It can only be recognised by the stylish tapas bar. When you look closer you will discover the hotel’s Icon logo in the first floor and a madonna above a historic wooden door. That’s the actual entrance. Many customers or passers-by obviously also make it via the bar’s more inviting entrance. But if you are heading in the hotel’s direction you’ll probably have the address at hand and easily find the door to a whole different inside world…

Deogarh Mahal luxury heritage hotel in Rajasthan

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When we talk about Rajasthan, the first thing that comes into mind is the rich and royal culture that flourishes there. The state has been the center of attraction for people all over the world due to the royal heritage.

Hip new Design Hotel “25hours” in Zurich-West

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The new 25hours hotel has opened in Zurich’s West End. The team from Alfredo Häberli Design Development rendered Zurich’s newest Design Hotel in funky colors and with a young touch and lots of little reminders of Zurich.

5* Finca Cortesin Hotel & Golf Club in Andalusia, Spain

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Lavish Finca Cortesin Hotel & Golf Club is located on the Mediterranean coast of Spain, the Costa del Sol aka Costa del Golf. The hotel’s palatial design is inspired by traditional Andalusian architecture and gives every area a big, bright and luxuriously spacious feel. Check out our full travelogue!

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