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.
Hasenberg Lodge | Walenstadt, Switzerland A private 1970s modernist hideaway suspended between the Walensee and the Churfirsten Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A remarkably intact 1971 modernist interpretation of the Swiss chalet, restored by architect-owners Michelle Corrodi and Roger Zogg without designing away its original character. ● The interiors are a highly personal composition…
read moreThe Lince Santa Clara, Vila do Conde Where a centuries-old convent overlooking the Ave River has been transformed into one of northern Portugal’s most elegant contemporary retreats. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully restored 14th-century convent where historic architecture meets refined contemporary design. ● Peaceful riverside setting within walking distance of Vila do…
read moreOctant Hotels Douro, Castelo de Paiva, Portugal A striking modern retreat where architecture, landscape, and the Douro River become one seamless experience Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A spectacular piece of contemporary architecture by João Serôdio, sculpted into the hillside to maximise uninterrupted views of the Douro River. ● Warm minimalist interiors by Cristina…
read moreCasa del Limonero, Seville, Spain Where Andalusian Heritage Meets Contemporary Art Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A magnificent 15th-century Sevillian palace where centuries of architecture coexist with one of the city's most remarkable private contemporary art collections. ● Fourteen individually designed suites filled with museum-quality furniture, antiques, and works by internationally acclaimed artists. ●…
read moreMayfair House Hotel & Garden | Coconut Grove, Miami | Florida, USAWhere tropical modernism, artistic eccentricity, and Coconut Grove’s bohemian soul bloom beneath a canopy of palms. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● One of America’s great architectural hotels, originally designed by Kenneth Treister and beautifully revived without sacrificing its extraordinary character. ● A rare…
read moreSunyata Ren’ai Hall – Chongqing, China Where Heritage, Craft, and Contemplation Converge Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● One of China's finest examples of adaptive reuse, transforming a 120-year-old charitable institution into a deeply atmospheric design hotel. ● Architecture and interiors that celebrate material honesty, craftsmanship, and the beauty of imperfection. ● A rare sanctuary…
read moreThe Chancery Rosewood London's Most Ambitious Architectural Reinvention Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A landmark restoration that transforms Eero Saarinen’s former U.S. Embassy into one of London's most significant new hotels. ● A rare collaboration between three design giants: Eero Saarinen, Sir David Chipperfield, and Joseph Dirand. ● A masterclass in adaptive reuse where…
read moreThe Telegraph Hotel | Tbilisi, Georgia Where Brutalist Heritage Meets Contemporary Georgian Design Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A remarkable transformation of Tbilisi’s former central post and telegraph headquarters into one of Georgia’s most significant design hotels. ● Designed by Neri & Hu, blending Soviet-era brutalism with contemporary craftsmanship and understated luxury. ● A…
read moreDeqin Meri Poodom – Shangri-La, China Where Sculptural Architecture Meets the Sacred Himalayas Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● One of China's most architecturally striking mountain retreats, blending contemporary design with Tibetan influences. ● Extraordinary views of the sacred Meili Snow Mountains framed through dramatic floor-to-ceiling glazing. ● A rare example of architecture that enhances…
read moreAlmanac X Alcron Prague – Prague, Czechia Where Art Deco Heritage Meets Contemporary Czech Elegance Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A landmark Prague hotel that carefully balances its celebrated Art Deco heritage with contemporary design. ● Located in the heart of the city, within walking distance of Prague’s most iconic cultural and architectural landmarks.…
read moreHotel Saint Augustine, HoustonA village-like design retreat where architecture, landscape, and Houston’s creative spirit converge beside the Menil Collection. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Lake|Flato’s beautifully restrained architecture creates a rare sense of calm in one of Houston’s most culturally vibrant neighborhoods.● Post Company’s richly layered interiors balance residential warmth, surrealist touches, and exceptional…
read moreLokal Hotel Fishtown, Philadelphia, USA Six design-led apartments built by local makers in the heart of Philadelphia’s creative Fishtown Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Lokal’s “invisible service” concept removes the reception desk and much of traditional hotel service, replacing it with the freedom of having your own beautifully designed apartment. ● Fishtown-based True Hand…
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