Location: A great hotel is located in a convenient and desirable location. It should be close to major attractions, restaurants, and shops. It should also be easy to get to and from the airport and other transportation hubs.
Cleanliness: A great hotel is clean and well-maintained. The rooms should be spotless, the bathrooms should be fresh, and the common areas should be tidy.
Customer service: A great hotel has friendly and helpful staff who are always willing to go the extra mile for guests. They should be knowledgeable about the area and able to make recommendations for restaurants, activities, and other things to do.
Amenities: A great hotel offers a variety of amenities to make guests' stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. These amenities may include a swimming pool, fitness center, business center, bar, restaurant, and room service.
Value for money: A great hotel offers good value for money. The price should be in line with the quality of the hotel and the amenities it offers.
Unique selling point: A great hotel has a unique selling point that sets it apart from other hotels in the area. This could be its location, its amenities, its service, or its style.
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This hotel was awarded the 2022 Architizer A+ Award for Best Hotel. It is a historic building that was restored in a way that preserves its original charm while also adding modern amenities.
Name: The Beekman, a Thompson Hotel
Year Built: 1883
Location: 123 Nassau Street, New York, NY 10038
Size: 285 rooms and suites
Architect: Henry Hardenbergh
Amenities:
Nine-story atrium with soaring ceilings
Rooftop bar with stunning views of the city
Spa with fitness center
Multiple restaurants and bars
Meeting and event space
Concierge service
Valet parking
Hotels Selling Point:
The Beekman is a perfect blend of old and new, offering guests a unique experience of staying in a historic building while also enjoying modern amenities and design. The hotel is located in a prime location in Lower Manhattan, close to all the major attractions. It is also a great choice for business travelers, with ample meeting and event space.
This hotel is a AAA Five Diamond Resort that has been awarded the 2023 World Travel Award for World's Leading Luxury Hotel. It is known for its stunning mountain views, its luxurious spa, and its excellent service.
Name: The Broadmoor
Year Built: 1918
Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado
Size: 5,000 acres
Architect: Charles L. Barber
Amenities: 36 holes of championship golf, 20 restaurants, 20 retail shops, spa, fitness center, swimming pools, tennis courts, pickleball courts, children's programs, and more
Hotel's selling point: The Broadmoor is a AAA Five Diamond Resort that has been awarded the 2023 World Travel Award for World's Leading Luxury Hotel. It is known for its stunning mountain views, its luxurious spa, and its excellent service.
This hotel is located on the shores of Lake Tahoe and is surrounded by stunning mountains. It has been awarded the 2022 Conde Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Award for Best Hotel in the Western United States.
Name: The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe
Year Built: 2009
Location: Truckee, California
Size: 170 rooms
Architect: HKS Architects
Amenities:
Ski-in/ski-out access
17,000 square foot spa
Two outdoor pools
Multiple restaurants
State-of-the-art fitness center
Concierge service
Hotels selling point:
Luxurious accommodations with stunning views of Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada mountains
Award-winning spa and fitness center
Variety of dining options, from fine dining to casual fare
Ideal location for skiing, snowboarding, hiking, biking, and other outdoor activities
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in Cape Town, South Africa. This hotel is housed in a converted grain silo and features stunning views of the city and Table Mountain. It has won numerous awards, including the World Travel Award for "Leading Hotel in Africa."
Name: The Silo Hotel
Year Built: 2017
Location: V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, South Africa
Size: 6 floors, 28 rooms
Architect: Thomas Heatherwick
Amenities: Rooftop pool, spa, gym, restaurant, bar, library, meeting rooms
Hotels selling point: Stunning views of the city and Table Mountain, housed in a converted grain silo, award-winning hotel
This hotel is located on a secluded beach and is made up of private bungalows that blend in with the natural surroundings. It has won awards for its sustainable design and its commitment to using local materials.
Name: Sussurro Beach Hotel
Year Built: 2019
Location: Secluded beach in Mozambique
Size: 20 private bungalows
Architect: Adam Humphreys and Sarah Birkett
Amenities: Private bungalows, infinity pool, beachfront access, yoga pavilion, spa, restaurant
Hotels selling point: Sustainable design, use of local materials, secluded location, stunning views
in Tanzania. This camp is located in the Serengeti National Park and offers guests the chance to see some of the most iconic wildlife in Africa. It has won awards for its luxurious accommodations and its commitment to conservation.
Name: Singita Sabora Tented Camp
Year Built: 2020
Location: Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
Size: 350,000 acres
Architect: Singita
Amenities:
Nine luxurious tented suites
Private pantries, dining, and fitness areas
Meditation decks
Outdoor salas with secluded daybeds overlooking waterholes
Game drives and bush walks
Spa treatments
Fine dining
Hotels selling point:
Unrivaled game viewing opportunities in the Serengeti National Park
Luxurious accommodations and amenities
Commitment to conservation
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in Shanghai, China. This hotel was designed by Kerry Hill Architects and was named AHEAD Asia Hotel of the Year in 2019. It is a unique hotel that was built on a site that was once home to a forest of 10,000 trees and a collection of 50 historic houses. The hotel incorporates these elements into its design, creating a truly immersive experience for guests.
Name: Amanyangyun Shanghai
Year Built: 2018
Location: Shanghai, China
Size: 100 acres
Architect: Kerry Hill Architects
Amenities:
Spa
Infinity pool
Restaurants
Bars
Historic Ming- and Qing-dynasty villas
Camphor forest
Lake
Hotels Selling Point:
Unique hotel built on a site that was once home to a forest of 10,000 trees and a collection of 50 historic houses
Immersive experience for guests
Award-winning design
Sophisticated amenities
Ideal for city escapes, wellness retreats, or Aman Journeys exploring the best of China
in Sumba, Indonesia. This resort is set to open in early 2023 and is designed by GFAB Architects. It will feature 47 rooms and 20 villas that blend harmoniously into the landscape and incorporate lots of local touches. The resort is committed to sustainability and will use 50% solar power for energy and reduce air-conditioning needs with intelligent design and greenery.
Name: Cap Karoso
Year Built: 2023
Location: Sumba, Indonesia
Size: 47 rooms and 20 villas
Architect: GFAB Architects
Amenities: Private swimming pools, yoga pavilion, spa, organic farm, surfing, snorkeling, fishing
Hotels selling point: Sustainable resort with stunning views of the Sumbanese landscape, blending local touches with modern design, committed to reducing its environmental impact.
in Thailand. This resort is designed by Bill Bensley and features a railway-themed design. The lobby is built like an old-timey ticketing booth, while suites are set up in upcycled vintage railway carriages. The resort also has two restaurants and one bar that are set up in railway carts.
Name: InterContinental Khao Yai Resort
Year Built: 2018
Location: Khao Yai National Park, Nakhon Ratchasima Province, Thailand
Size: 100 acres
Architect: Bill Bensley
Amenities:
Upcycled vintage railway carriages converted into suites
Lobby built like an old-timey ticketing booth
Two restaurants and one bar set up in railway carts
Swimming pool
Spa
Fitness center
Kids' club
Tennis courts
Golf course
Hotel's selling point: A unique and luxurious resort that offers a truly immersive railway experience.