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.
The Lince Braga – Braga, PortugalWhere a Historic Convent Meets the Silence of the Hills Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully restored 18th-century Franciscan convent transformed into a contemporary retreat surrounded by the green landscapes of Minho. ● Interiors by Vilaça Interiores balance historic architecture with understated Portuguese design and residential comfort. ●…
read moreAndaz Lisbon, by Hyatt | PortugalPatricia Urquiola transforms a historic Baixa block into a layered, art-filled lifestyle hotel rooted in Portugal’s cultural crossroads A Lifestyle Hotel That Actually Feels Like Lisbon Lisbon does not need another polite hotel.
read moreThe Companion Vienna | Austria A New Creative Address for Contemporary Vienna Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully restored Wilhelminian building transformed into one of Vienna's most distinctive new lifestyle hotels. ● Richly layered interiors by Berlin studio weStudio blend Art Deco influences, 1970s glamour, and Viennese craftsmanship into an atmosphere full of…
read moreMinos Beach Art Hotel, Agios Nikolaos Where Contemporary Art, Cretan Architecture and the Sea Exist in Perfect Balance Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● One of the Mediterranean's original design-led resorts, where contemporary sculpture is seamlessly woven into the landscape. ● Low-rise whitewashed bungalows inspired by traditional Cretan villages, many with direct access to the…
read moreSunyata Datong Jixiashan, Shanxi, ChinaA contemplative retreat inside Datong’s revived ancient city, where Northern Wei culture, Shanxi courtyard traditions and contemporary architecture quietly converge Type: luxury hotel, heritage hotel, design hotel, independent hotelStyle: contemporary courtyard architecture, cultural minimalism, Northern Chinese vernacular reinterpretationVibe: introspective, atmospheric, spiritual, quietly monumental A Contemporary Sanctuary Inside Ancient Datong Located within…
read moreAman Nai Lert Bangkok, Thailand An Urban Sanctuary Where Thai Heritage, Contemporary Architecture, and Quiet Luxury Converge Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Aman brings its signature serenity to the heart of Bangkok, hidden within the century-old greenery of Nai Lert Park. ● Jean-Michel Gathy's architecture seamlessly weaves together Thai craftsmanship, family heritage, and contemporary…
read moreSoori Penang – George Town, Penang, Malaysia Architect Soo K. Chan transforms the shophouses of his childhood into a deeply personal retreat within George Town’s historic Khoo Kongsi compound. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Architect Soo K. Chan, founder of SCDA Architects, grew up within this very clan community and has returned decades later…
read moreFUFU Tokyo Ginza | Japan An Urban Ryokan Above Ginza Where Craftsmanship, Silence and Private Onsen Baths Redefine the City Hotel Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● One of Tokyo's most intimate luxury hotels, with just 34 suites, each featuring a private natural hot spring bath and landscaped terrace. ● A beautifully crafted urban ryokan…
read moreAYÃ Resort – Ayia Napa, Cyprus Contemporary Mediterranean Calm on Cyprus’ Sun-Drenched Coast Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A refined alternative to Ayia Napa’s party reputation, focused on calm, design, and slow coastal living. ● Light-filled Mediterranean architecture shaped by natural materials, shaded terraces, and outdoor spaces. ● Part of a new generation of…
read moreFairmont Mumbai | India A Cinematic Art Deco Fantasy Beside the Runway Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● One of India’s most visually ambitious new hotels, celebrating Mumbai’s Art Deco heritage through immersive storytelling and spectacular design. ● A destination in its own right, where every restaurant, bar, and public space feels like a carefully…
read moreEkies All Senses Resort, Vourvourou, Halkidiki, Greece Barefoot Greek Modernism on the Shores of the Aegean Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● One of Greece’s most influential design resorts, blending contemporary architecture with local culture and craftsmanship. ● A rare balance of sustainability, family-friendly hospitality, and sophisticated boutique-hotel aesthetics. ● Beautifully positioned between pine forests…
read morePark Hyatt Tokyo, Japan The Hotel That Redefined Modern Luxury Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● One of the most influential luxury hotels ever created, setting a new global standard for understated, residential hospitality. ● Kenzo Tange's iconic Shinjuku Park Tower and timeless interiors create one of the world's most memorable architectural experiences. ● A…
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