Luxurious Hotels of the World
Simply the best hotels around the world [by www.tematis.com]

The Standard Hotel in Manhattan, New York, is quite a nice modern and design hotel. In the Meatpacking district, facing Hoboken, the hotel has been refurbished and redecorated to offer light and space to its visitors. With 337 rooms on 18 floors, the hotel is ideal for business and leisure alike. Each room delivers superb views of the city and the river, with floor to ceiling windows. The same applies in the bathroom where one can enjoy a hot bath with a fantastic view.

The interior design of the hotel is modern, with mixed colours of black and white. It offers a unique style and is soon to be a favourite with white collar workers nearby for its bar lounge and unique atmosphere. The hotel also has a gym and a gastronomic restaurant. The Standard Hotel offers light, fantastic views over the city and offers very good service: a perfect hotel for business and leisure.

Explore the vast gaucho lands on horseback, play polo or indulge in a variety of spa treatments whilst staying at the fabulous Estancia El Colibri, surrounded by stunning mountain views. From 170 unspoiled hectares of farm land, Estancia El Colibri is an authentic example of the Argentinean campo where the wild forest has been transformed into a natural park and the rest of the grounds are looked after like a private garden. In order to make the posada look and feel like an Argentinean estancia at the beginning of the 20th century, the owners traveled around the country, searching for the best craftsmen, the finest materials and authentic antique furniture. Estancia El Colibri is designed like a home where every room is decorated differently and every single detail is inspired by a story.

The El Colibri Suite offers a large living room, with a separate bedroom, a comfortable dressing room and two private terraces. The bathroom includes a shower and a double Jacuzzi tub, and a separate water closet with bidet. Salta and Mendoza Suites feature spacious living rooms and separate bedrooms, dressing rooms, bathrooms and private terraces. De Charme Junior Suites all feature private terrace and breathtaking views.

The cuisine at Estancia El Colibri is created around of the best fresh seasonal products; all meals are presented without additives of any kind. The Dining Room is a cozy place with Mountain Views and is open to the Summer Living room which creates a continuity of the houses architectural design. The Living Room & Bar features breathtaking views of the Cordoba Mountain on one side and the Andalusian patio on the other. It is a warm, inviting place with a huge open fire place that can also be enjoyed from the library. It has beautiful crystal chandeliers, antique furniture and a wooden ceiling which creates a beautiful atmosphere.

The Spa is a relaxing paradise fully equipped with a Jacuzzi, Finnish sauna, Turkish bath, relaxing showers and a massage treatment room. The swimming pool sits facing the Córdoba Mountain’s with a beautiful deck made of national pink stones and a solar heating system that allows it to be used nearly all year long. 

Experience the wealth of Thai culture and warm hospitality at the luxurious Veranda Chiang Mai - The High Resort. Veranda Chiang Mai - The High Resort is located outside the city of Chiang Mai and away from the hustle and bustle. Chiang Mai is known throughout the world for its fine traditional crafts and a wealth of tourist attractions for all. Exciting activities to do while staying at the resort include shopping at the famous Night Bazaar, a visit to the Chiang Mai Zoo, Night Safari, playing a round on a championship golf course or take a leisurely jungle trek by elephant.

A total Zen-like experience can be described starting from the moment of arrival. Veranda Chiang Mai - The High Resort is divided into two zones, on one side representing the cultural heritage of the north and the other the contemporary veranda style. A boutique northern retreat of just 69 rooms, all guests are ensured of the best personal service, 24 hours a day from our warm and friendly staff.

A choice of 64 luxurious rooms with 5 types of rooms with exotic names such as Jacuzzi Pavilion, Valley Deluxe, Veranda High Residence, Private Pool Villa, Rice Terrace Pavilion and Presidential Pool Villa. Set on the valley slope all with stunning views over the landscape with natural mountain streams, rice and tea terraces, and the most inventive fun water features. Dark tropical woods, décor and foliage surround the rooms with authentic Thai warmth and sensibility. Rooms have king or twin beds, luxurious duvets, open style bathrooms and a large private balcony with day beds ideal for those special moments. The Presidential Pool Villa has a posh layout with a private study, living room with dining area, large private swimming pool and Jacuzzi.

Wonderful dining experiences await our guests at The Higher Room, an all day dining restaurant set high above our private valley, with views over the infinity edged pool and the valley beyond. Highlights include a fine European menu with extensive wine choices from the old and new world. Rabiang Doi Restaurant, decorated in the manner reminiscent of a traditional northern rice granary, offers an eclectic and modern Lanna Thai fusion cuisine, with spectacular views of the rice and tea terraces over the lower plains of the valley. Head to the gorgeous Lobby Bar and unwind with friends for cocktails. Enjoy room service or memorable private dining to have an individual and unique experience at Veranda Chiang Mai - The High Resort.

Be pampered at the Veranda Spa with our signature treatments whilst enjoying the relaxing ambience of the forest setting. Each private cottage is a self-contained spa with large sunken bath, steam shower and twin treatment beds ideal for couples.

Work out in the air-conditioned Fitness Room, outfitted with the latest equipment. Take a dip in the infinity edged pool on the roof terrace of the main building overlooking the valley. Join in a morning or late afternoon session of Yoga at our open-air temple pavilion with our professional instructor. Join in daily fun activities at the Cultural Pavilion; learn the art of Thai cooking, basket weaving, flower garland making or fruit carving. Private lessons in traditional Thai music can also be arranged. 

With dramatic, rugged mountains in the background and a broad white-sandy beach front in the foreground, Six Senses Hideaway Zighy Bay has the best of both worlds, interlaced with luxury and style. The site of the Six Senses Hideaway Zighy Bay, in the Sultanate of Oman, is a secluded fishing village on the Sultanate’s northern Musandam Peninsula. It is designed with 82 pool villas and pool villa suites and with a private marina. The setting is quite dramatic, with mountains on one side and a sandy beach at Zighy Bay, on the other. Six Senses Hideaway Zighy Bay truly reflects the brand’s positioning of innovative style. The choice of dining alternatives include a modern brasserie showcasing a multitude of cuisine flavors, a seafood restaurant, a wine cellar holding over 400 wine bins, a very unconventional bar and a stunning dinner experience high atop the mountains overlooking Zighy Bay.

Six Senses Hideaway Zighy Bay offers private villas of contemporary architecture, reflecting the destination and positioned with an image supporting the Six Senses theme - innovative style. The accommodations of Six Senses Hideaway Zighy Bay are a blend of the surrounding Omani traditional style, with modern amenities which provide luxury amidst local cultural themes. Villas and Suites include Pool Villas, Spa Pool Villas, Pool Villa Suites, Spa Pool Villas Suites, Deluxe Pool Villas, Deluxe Spa Pool Villas, Zighy Pool Villas, Zighy Spa Pool Villas, Private Retreats, and the Private Reserve.

Three dining alternatives include a stunning dinner experience perched high atop the mountains overlooking Zighy Bay; an all-day outlet serving international dishes and regional specialties; and a poolside deli where snacks and creative sandwiches are the order of the day. Dining on the Sand takes guests in to an era of rustic simplicity. Open for breakfast and dinner, dining here offers a variety of pan Asian, Middle Eastern and Continental flavors. There are various options for private and exclusive dining at select romantic venues in and around the bay at Zighy. Or enjoy a private barbecue dinner beneath the stars on your private pool deck.

Designed and constructed to reflect the typical Omani style and aesthetic traditions of the region, the Six Senses Spa at Zighy Bay is an oasis on the bay. The entrance to the spa is a grotto-style tunnel whereby guests walk on stepping stones set on water to arrive at the spa reception. The Six Senses Spa has nine treatment rooms, three of which have outdoor showers, baths and relaxation areas. All treatment rooms have day beds built into wall recesses and mountain views. Each room includes a steam shower with garden views. 

Singita Boulders Lodge towers over the landscape, a monolith of curving thatch and piled stone that joins seamlessly with the rocky geometry that holds it to the earth, while a vivid sunset sky forms the backdrop of an unforgettable wildlife experience.Senufo artifacts and bold sculpture offset smooth linens in blue and silent white at Singita Boulders Lodge, as cascading water cools the summer air. Singita Boulders Lodge rests on the banks of the Sand River in the heart of the Singita Private Game Reserve, unlocking the senses to views that stretch to the edges of the imagination. Singita Boulders’ suites feature magnificent stone bathrooms and bedrooms that encapsulate in luxury. Quiet, simple and luxurious, moments spent on the vast sundecks at Singita Boulders Lodge will leave you at the mercy of the breathtaking wild distance.  Return to the lodge after a day of safari for dinner around the fire in the Boma, under a starlit sky, or a gourmet meal by candlelight in the dining room. A fusion of venison dishes, fresh fish from the South African coast, pastas, soups and vegetables. Dinner at Singita Boulders Lodge is a sumptuous affair, where you will be enchanted by the rhythm and harmony of a local choir.The Sabi Sand Reserve was formed in 1950 and comprises of many private game farms covering an area of 56,000 ha. Sabi Sand Reserve offers a spectacular African safari experience with superb volume of game and quality of sightings.

Secluded in 5 hectares of lush gardens, Le Palais Rhoul’s opulent Roman Architecture has been carefully restored with exquisite Moroccan craftsmanship to create an elegant, yet relaxed boutique hotel. Guests can enjoy luxury and exclusivity married with the relaxed ambiance of staying at the home of a very special friend.

Twelve guest rooms and suites facing a stunning colonnaded pool are adorned with antiques and artwork from around the world, and equipped with modern necessities of cd players, king size beds, air con, etc… A truly decadent alternative is to sleep in one of the six luxury tents hidden in the gardens. A contemporary interpretation of the sleeping quarters of the nomadic chiefs, rich fabrics and ornate bathrooms and fireplaces add to a truly memorable experience.

Palais Rhoul is an extraordinary mix of styles, from the stunning Roman swimming pool to the gardens and lounge deck and restaurant. It is a must see.

Nestled amidst olive trees, on a hillside, above a mosaic of vineyards – this superb setting inspired Claude Rouas to open his magnificent restaurant here in 1981. The superb cuisine, which features the full splendor of the region’s flavours and colours, is enhanced by 15,000 bottles in the cellar. The romantic guest rooms, each with fireplace and private terrace, are housed in country maisons.

Terraced down the hillside with views of the Napa Valley, all accommodations at Auberge du Soleil feature Mediterranean-inspired décor with original contemporary art. All guest rooms, suites and maisons feature Italian linens, down bedding and duvets, Auberge du Soleil’s custom-made bath amenities, plush robes and slippers and private outdoor terraces for relaxing or dining.

Accommodations also include plasma TV, DVD, CD and stereos, mini-bars stocked with complimentary beverages and snacks, espresso machines and toasters, wall safes, voicemail, data ports, turn-down service, welcome amenity and fresh fruit replenished daily.

For many, the name Auberge du Soleil connotes cuisine first, with the inn of the same name a delightful afterthought. Indeed, Auberge du Soleil began as a restaurant created by visionary restaurateur Claude Rouas more than 20 years ago. Since then, the Auberge has maintained its legacy as a culinary destination, where innovative menus inspired by the bounty of Napa Valley are paired with wine in ways that delight and inspire longtime devotees. Executive Chef Robert Curry welcomes guests with beautifully prepared Wine Country cuisine. Curry has brought his own fan base to the Auberge, having spent six years as Executive Chef at nearby Domaine Chandon. Most recently, he was Executive Chef across the valley at the Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at the Culinary Institute of America. A native of Los Angeles, Curry began his career working with Wolfgang Puck at Ma Cuisine and later, with Michel Richard and Alain Giraud at Citrus. After traveling the world and training with Alain Ducasse, Michel Rostang and other renowned chefs, he was lured to Napa Valley, where he has established a reputation as one of Wine Country’s finest.

The Auberge Spa is a natural extension of California wine country’s most luxurious country inn, Auberge du Soleil. Built for the exclusive use of the inn’s guests, The Auberge Spa occupies a 7,000 square feet stucco building, overlooking the Napa Valley. It embraces a nurturing philosophy embodied by a unique menu of body and facial treatments, which utilizes natural ingredients indigenous to the region. The Melisse Suite, a spacious spa suite for romantic pairs or four friends, features a fireplace, private tanning deck and heated private pool. Guests can relax in total privacy as they gaze through floor-to-ceiling windows at the panoramic view of Napa Valley and sip a pre-treatment elixir. After enjoying side-by-side treatments, they can soak in a heated private pool overlooking the Valley. Many of the preparations used in the spa treatments feature house-infused oils, as well as calendula, rosemary, lemon balm and other herbs cultivated by the therapists in the spa’s garden. 

Near the romantic coastline of Galway, a city bursting with life, energy and vitality, sits The G Hotel, an ancient home of the Irish tribes that remains to this day the centre of Ireland’s most potent area for mystic legend and magnificent scenery. Overlooking the Lough Atalia and Galway Bay, this strikingly modern hotel is located in a city of festivals. Steeped in history yet with a decidedly forward-thinking attitude, it has earned the reputation of being the unofficial arts capital of Ireland.

The exuberant spirit of Galway has been captured in the g. With a thoughtful service, a team of dedicated Butlers will make each guest’s stay at the hotel a truly red carpet experience. Spacious rooms with space–age facilities and luxurious comforts, lots of intimate lounge and bar areas, a magnificent spa, purpose–built and equipped meeting rooms as well as a light and airy restaurant with its grand view of Galway Bay, serving arguably the finest Irish produce from land and sea with typically lively Irish charm.From the moment you step inside the g you know that you are in a uniquely special place, it is one which evokes not only old-fashioned Hollywood glamour but also the hotel’s location near the romantic coastline of Galway. The dark and intimate reception area sets the tone, with black glass walls acting as a frame for a tank of Connemara-bred seahorses and bespoke concierge wall, designed by Philip Treacy. Covered in white Venetian plaster and reminiscent of a seashell, this is a hint of the surprises to come.The public areas of the g on the ground floor extends to over 18,000 sq ft with three individually styled and themed lounges and a restaurant, all linked by a raspberry carpeted corridor. The impression is of walking through a particularly glamorous dolls house, with golden doorways framing the entrance to each room.Famous for golf, Ireland is home to many excellent golf courses and at The G, luxury hotels and golf go hand in hand with Galway Golf Club and Galway Bay Golf & Country Club close by.

An exclusive oasis styled after a traditional Bedouin encampment, the Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa introduces its guests to all the customs, wildlife and dramatic beauty of the Arabian desert.The new Jamilah Spa overlooks the resort’s oasis–style pool, with views across sweeping dunes, providing a natural, tranquil backdrop to the Spa’s impressive array of relaxation and beauty therapies using the exclusively produced Al Maha ‘Timeless’ products. Camel–trekking, horse–riding, guided nature walks and four–wheel drive safaris all bring the surrounding 3,500 acres of desert plains up close and personal. Oryx, gazelle and fox are just a sample of the wildlife that can be spotted, whilst falconry exhibitions display a traditional art long forgotten elsewhere.Guests are accommodated in an intimate collection of 40 luxurious Bedouin Suites, each one a combination of tented ceilings, Arabian antiques, hedonistic bathrooms and individual temperature controlled pools. The wrap–around verandas are ideal for enjoying the Arabian or Mediterranean cuisine. Winner of the World Legacy Award 2004 (Nature Travel) by National Geographic & Conservation International.At Al Maha, guests are cared for with courtesy and discretion by dedicated Guest Relations Coordinators, Field Guides and resort staff hand-picked for their commitment, customer-focus and professionalism. This 3:1 staff to guest ratio ensures exceptional, personalized service allowing guests the freedom to choose what to do and when to do it - from fine dining to a variety of on and off-site leisure activities.

The Lalu overlooks a panorama of the mystical Sun Moon Lake and is named after the indigenous Shao aboriginal settlement that was located on its site. Once the favourite summer getaway of President Chiang Kai Shek, the hotel dates back to 1901. Recent renovations and additions by Kerry Hill Architects have resurrected the property to an new international level - a first for this part of the world.

The Lalu invites guests to experience an all-suite lifestyle concept, including seven private villas with individual swimming pools, courtyards and pavilions. Complimented by five restaurants and bars serving western and Asian delicacies, The Lalu is a place to relax and enjoy. The hotel’s Spa comes with an extensive range of organic treatments. A 60-metre swimming pool and a well-equipped gym are also available. The surrounding region offers authentic cultural exhibits, festivals and events in a unique natural environment. Visit the temples, gardens and pagodas, and experience the beauty of Sun Moon Lake.