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.
Hôtel La Prison | Béziers, France Where a 19th-Century Prison Becomes One of France's Most Remarkable Design Hotels Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● An extraordinary adaptive reuse project that transforms a former prison into a boutique hotel while preserving its powerful architectural identity. ● Original prison cells have been thoughtfully converted into vaulted guestrooms…
read moreHotel Terrestre | Puerto Escondido, Mexico Solar-Powered Serenity on Oaxaca’s Wild Pacific Coast Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A groundbreaking collaboration between architect Alberto Kalach and Grupo Habita that redefines sustainable luxury through architecture rather than technology. ● One of the world's few fully solar-powered luxury retreats, operating entirely off-grid without sacrificing comfort or…
read moreEnnea | Puerto Escondido, Mexico A Serene Oasis Where Ocean, Jungle, and Soulful Design Meet Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully crafted adults-focused retreat where tropical modernism and ecological sensitivity come together effortlessly. ● Just nine rooms create an intimate atmosphere that feels more like a private sanctuary than a hotel. ● Architecture,…
read moreKimpton BEM Budapest, Hungary Marcel Wanders Transforms Hungarian Folklore into One of Budapest’s Most Imaginative Design Hotels Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Marcel Wanders has created an immersive interior inspired by Hungarian mythology, craftsmanship, and folklore rather than international luxury clichés. ● Mythical symbols, handcrafted details, and contemporary art combine to tell a uniquely…
read moreThe St. Regis Kanai Resort, Riviera Maya | Mexico A Celestial Retreat Where Architecture, Nature, and Luxury Exist in Perfect Balance Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A spectacular architectural concept inspired by the Pleiades constellation, creating one of the most distinctive resort designs in the Caribbean. ● Elevated circular structures that preserve the fragile…
read moreThe Jeddah EDITION - Saudi Arabia Superyacht architecture, Red Sea views and EDITION cool on the Jeddah Corniche Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● The first EDITION in Saudi Arabia brings Ian Schrager’s hospitality philosophy to the Red Sea, combining the brand’s familiar understated glamour with a distinctly Jeddah setting. ● Interiors by Yabu Pushelberg…
read moreSanto Mine Oia Suites | Santorini, Greece Where Volcanic Heritage Meets Cycladic Serenity Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A former stone quarry transformed into one of Santorini’s most distinctive luxury retreats. ● Minimalist architecture that draws directly from the island’s volcanic landscape and industrial past. ● Private terraces, sea views, and exceptional dining combine…
read moreNobu Hotel Barcelona | Spain Japanese Minimalism Meets Catalan Modernism Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Rockwell Group masterfully blends Japanese craftsmanship with Barcelona's rich architectural heritage. ● Spectacular skyline views, a world-class Nobu restaurant, and beautifully detailed interiors throughout. ● A sophisticated urban retreat where understated luxury replaces unnecessary excess. A Barcelona Landmark Reimagined…
read moreWren Urban Nest, Dublin, Ireland A Compact City Hotel Where Irish Design and Net Zero Innovation Work in Perfect Balance Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● One of Europe’s most progressive city hotels, operating without fossil fuels and using 100% renewable energy. ● Architecture by BDP and interiors by Dublin-based 21 Spaces transform a tight…
read moreCap Karoso | Sumba, Indonesia A Contemporary Beach Retreat Where Modern Design, Sumbanese Heritage, and Regenerative Luxury Meet Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A remarkable fusion of contemporary architecture and traditional Sumbanese craftsmanship, deeply rooted in the island's Marapu culture. ● A pioneering regenerative approach with a three-hectare organic farm, immersive cultural experiences, and…
read more1 Hotel Hanalei Bay | Princeville, Kauai | Hawaii, USA A transformative resort where biophilic design, Hawaiian culture, and one of the world's most spectacular landscapes become inseparable. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● One of the most remarkable hotel transformations of recent years, turning an intrusive landmark into architecture that quietly belongs to its…
read moreThe Taikang Sanya - Hainan, China An ancient walled city reimagined as a tropical retreat by Neri&Hu Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Neri&Hu transforms the idea of the ancient Chinese walled city into a striking contemporary resort of courtyards, water, handmade clay brick and timber. ● The architecture responds intelligently to a difficult site:…
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