Where the Building Is Part of the Journey
Some hotels are memorable because of where they are. Others because of the building itself. Architectural Hotels celebrates places where architecture defines the experience—from bold contemporary structures created by leading architects to historic buildings given an entirely new life through imaginative adaptive reuse. These are hotels where form, materials, history and surroundings matter, and where staying the night means experiencing the architecture from the inside.
Palazzo Talìa - Rome, ItalyA cinematic Roman palazzo where Renaissance grandeur, contemporary design, and timeless glamour unfold scene by scene. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Luca Guadagnino has created one of Europe’s most atmospheric hotel openings, transforming a Renaissance palazzo into a living work of art.● A masterclass in balancing heritage and contemporary design,…
read moreHôtel du Couvent, NiceThe French Riviera’s most soulful retreat—where a centuries-old convent, Roman baths, and monastic calm create a new kind of luxury. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● One of Europe’s most extraordinary adaptive-reuse projects, transforming a forgotten 17th-century convent into a sanctuary of silence, beauty, and contemplation.● Studio Mumbai, Studio Méditerranée, and Festen…
read morePalacete Severo, Porto, Portugal An Architectural Masterpiece Where Porto's Heritage Finds a Contemporary Voice Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully restored 1904 mansion by architect Ricardo Severo, transformed with exceptional sensitivity by interior designer Paulo Lobo. ● Historic craftsmanship—from stained glass and stucco ceilings to carved wood and azulejos—balanced with refined contemporary design.…
read moreStockholm Stadshotell | SwedenA beautifully restored landmark where Swedish craftsmanship, heritage, and contemporary hospitality come together in the heart of Södermalm. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A masterful restoration that celebrates Swedish craftsmanship, design heritage, and local culture at every level. ● One of Stockholm’s most distinctive new hotels, combining the intimacy of a…
read moreRadisson Blu Das Triest Hotel, Vienna | Austria Where Vienna's First Design Hotel Enters a New Era Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A thoughtful revival of Vienna's original design hotel, preserving Sir Terence Conran's minimalist vision while introducing contemporary refinement. ● Elegant interiors that balance historic character, understated luxury, and timeless modern design. ●…
read moreMuir, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Halifax – Atlantic Canada Reimagined Through DesignMaritime heritage, contemporary craftsmanship, and refined coastal luxury on Halifax Harbour Type: architectural hotel, design hotel, luxury hotel, waterfront hotelStyle: contemporary classic, coastal modernism, craft-driven luxuryVibe: foodies, quiet luxury, waterfront retreat A New Atlantic Icon On the edge of Halifax Harbour — where working…
read moreOshom Bali | Canggu, Indonesia A Soulful Beach Retreat Where Barefoot Luxury Meets Bali's Creative Future Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully crafted boutique retreat on Bali's black-sand coast that embraces natural materials, wabi-sabi aesthetics, and relaxed luxury. ● Part of the visionary Nuanu Creative City, where art, sustainability, wellness, and design come…
read moreAt Six | Stockholm, Sweden A Contemporary Grand Hotel Where Art, Architecture, and Scandinavian Craft Converge Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A landmark transformation of a 1970s Brutalist bank into one of Scandinavia's most design-forward luxury hotels. ● One of Europe's finest hotel art collections, featuring site-specific works by internationally acclaimed contemporary artists. ●…
read moreThe Bohemian Bali | Canggu, Indonesia An Industrial Sanctuary Where Balinese Craftsmanship, Contemporary Design, and Slow Living Meet Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A former warehouse transformed into an intimate six-suite retreat that blends industrial architecture with Balinese craftsmanship. ● Beautifully layered interiors by architect Josefina Gruenwald and designers Nyree McKenzie and Fransisca Simon,…
read moreHôtel Borsari | Martigny, Switzerland Where History Meets Design in the Heart of the Alps Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A bold reinvention of a former wine storage facility into one of Switzerland’s most distinctive new boutique hotels. ● Richly layered interiors that blend industrial heritage, mid-century design, Roman influences, and contemporary art. ●…
read moreOrient Express La Minerva - Rome, Italy The Legendary Orient Express Hotel Arrives in Rome Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● The spectacular debut of the Orient Express hotel brand, transforming a seventeenth-century Roman palazzo into one of Europe's most anticipated luxury hotels. ● Magnificent interiors by Hugo Toro, where Roman classicism, Art Deco glamour,…
read moreLocke de Santa Joana | Lisbon, Portugal Historic Monastery, Contemporary Living Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A magnificent 17th-century convent transformed into one of Lisbon's most ambitious design hotels. ● A thoughtful collaboration between Post Company and Lázaro Rosa-Violán that balances historic architecture with contemporary living. ● Flexible studios, exceptional restaurants, and vibrant communal…
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