Luxurious escapes

When you’re on holiday, the hotel you choose can make or break your entire experience. Hotels are a sort of guilty pleasure, whether you admit it or not. That feeling you get when you stay at the perfect room with the stunning view and simply relax away from the hassle of daily life is one of life’s many gifts. If you share our addiction to out-of-this-world hotels and would like to embark on a truly unique experience, here are 5 of the most exotic hotels on the planet.

Conrad Maldives, Rangali Island, Maldives

Voted best hotel in the world twice, Conrad
Maldives is perfect for a tranquil retreat. The

hotel consists of two islands connected by a 500m timber footbridge. The islands offer the choice between regular spacious beach villas and deluxe beach villas with a private plunge pool, as well as breath-taking water villas. Some villas have private spa rooms and a private area of the lagoon. The main attraction though is the underwater restaurant. The iconic venue is 16 feet below the ocean with full panoramic views of marine life through its glass walls and roof. The experience is completed with the exquisite
Maldavian/Western cuisine. Make sure you benefit from our Maldives packages and advance hotel booking is recommended as it's quite a popular destination. 

Äscher Cliff, Switzerland

This little shack is tucked right into the side of a mountain within the Swiss Alps, 5km above sea level. The location is definitely one of the most beautiful areas in the Alps. The fascinating 170-year-old hotel can only be accessed by a cable car and then hiking for about 3 hours. The unmatched scenery is amazing and is enough reason to go to this unique destination. The stay will sure satisfy any adventure-seeking traveller as it’s the best spot to relax during your trek through the northern Alps.

Giraffe Manor, Kenya

One of the most well-known and unique hotels in Africa is Giraffe Manor. The 1930's house echoes a bygone era of Kenyan safaris. Located just outside of Nairobi in Kenya, this traditional English Manor is home to a herd of Rothschild Giraffes. The lovely animals poke their long necks through the windows of the hotel twice a day looking for treats, creating friendly and once-in-a-lifetime encounters with the guests. A stay at Giraffe Manor will be the best part of your already amazing safari trip.

Ubud Hanging Gardens, Bali

Bali is known for its unsurpassed beauty. Located within the scenic Ubud, just a 20-minute

drive from the city centre, is the Hanging Gardens. The hotel consists of a collection of secluded luxury Balinese pool villas amongst lush green landscapes. The hotel is perched unto a valley with a steep hillside dropping to the Ayung River and within surrounding tropical forests. The private pools which appear as if hanging on the edge, with cascading waterfalls around them, overlook spectacular views. The delicious delicacies served in the hotel restaurant include French, Asian, and Mediterranean cuisines.

Le Moulin du Roc, France

Staying at the Le Moulin du Roc will have you feeling like you’ve gone back in time. Set in a 1670’s mill along the Dronne River, the charming hotel features romantic footbridges and terraces that lead to luxuriously decorated rooms. The hotel represents the simplicity and sense of calm that seems to have disappeared with the age of technology. Surrounded by working water wheels, antique furniture, wooden beams, and breath-taking gardens, it will be an unforgettable experience. French cuisine at its best is served in the gourmet restaurant that has a waterfront terrace. 

By Amal Ahmed