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The Dolder Grand
The Dolder Grand | Zürich

The Dolder Grand

The Dolder Grand, Zürich, Switzerland A Belle Époque Landmark Elevated by Contemporary Architecture and World-Class Art Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Norman Foster's bold contemporary wings transform a nineteenth-century palace into one of Europe's most striking examples of historic and modern architecture in dialogue. ● An exceptional art collection featuring works by Salvador Dalí,…

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B2 Hotel
B2 Hotel | Zürich

B2 Hotel

B2 Hotel Zürich, Switzerland An Industrial Brewery Reimagined as One of Switzerland's Most Inspiring Design Hotels Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully restored nineteenth-century brewery where industrial architecture has been transformed into a sophisticated contemporary boutique hotel. ● The extraordinary Library Lounge, lined with 33,000 books beneath a canopy of suspended lights, is…

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1024 679 Chiel
Hotel Pez Espada
Hotel Pez Espada | Torremolinos

Hotel Pez Espada

Hotel Pez Espada – Torremolinos, Spain Where Costa del Sol Glamour Never Went Out of Style Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● One of the most iconic hotels on the Costa del Sol and a pioneer of Mediterranean resort culture. ● A thoughtful renovation that celebrates its 1959 origins while introducing contemporary comfort and elegance.…

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720 960 Chiel
Aliée Istanbul
Aliée Istanbul

Aliée Istanbul

Aliée Istanbul Where Ottoman Heritage Meets Cinematic Luxury Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A spectacular transformation of historic Ottoman shipyard buildings into one of Istanbul’s most ambitious design hotels. ● Interiors by Dayna Lee and Ted Berner that feel part palace, part theatre set, part collector’s dream. ● A destination in its own right,…

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Parador de Molina de Aragón
Parador de Molina de Aragón

Parador de Molina de Aragón

Parador de Molina de AragónA Stone Sanctuary in the Upper Tagus Calle del Parador, 12 19300 Molina de Aragón (Guadalajara), Spain Type: architectural hotel, boutique hotel Style: contemporary Vibe: quiet Where Landscape Meets Legacy Rising from the red earth of Spain’s Upper Tagus Natural Park, the newly opened

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1024 683 Chiel
De Plesman
De Plesman | The Hague

De Plesman

De Plesman, The Hague Monumental Modernism with a Softer Soul Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A former KLM headquarters transformed into a remarkable design hotel without losing the authority of its original architecture. ● Interiors by Nicemakers that soften monumental modernism through warm materials, restrained colours, and residential comfort. ● A calm, characterful base…

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1024 683 Chiel
Hotel Geysir
Hotel Geysir | Iceland

Hotel Geysir

Hotel Geysir, Haukadalur Valley, Iceland A Contemporary Retreat Where Scandinavian Minimalism Meets Iceland’s Geothermal Landscape Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Architecture by Brynhildur Sólveigardóttir that blends seamlessly into Iceland's geothermal landscape through a restrained palette of timber, concrete, and glass. ● Minimalist interiors where expansive glazing, natural materials, and industrial detailing keep the dramatic…

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Al Moudira Hotel
Al Moudira Hotel | Luxor

Al Moudira Hotel

Al Moudira, LuxorDesert Romance at the Edge of Ancient Thebes The Palace That Time Remembered Some hotels try to dazzle.

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1920 2560 Chiel
Mandarin Oriental Qianmen, Beijing
Mandarin Oriental Qianmen, Beijing

Mandarin Oriental Qianmen, Beijing

Mandarin Oriental Qianmen – Beijing, China Where Imperial Tranquility Meets Contemporary Elegance Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A rare luxury hotel embedded within Beijing's historic hutong fabric rather than above it. ● Meticulously restored courtyard houses that celebrate traditional Chinese architecture and craftsmanship. ● An intimate and deeply atmospheric alternative to Beijing's grand international…

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Hotel Puerta América
Hotel Puerta América | Madrid

Hotel Puerta América

Hotel Puerta América – Madrid, Spain Where the World's Greatest Architects Built a Hotel Without Rules Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● One of the most ambitious design hotel projects ever created, bringing together 19 of the world's leading architects and designers under one roof. ● Every floor offers a completely different experience, from Zaha…

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RAN BAAS The Palace
RAN BAAS The Palace | Patiala, India

RAN BAAS The Palace

RAN BAAS The Palace, Patiala, India Punjab's Majestic Revival Within the Walls of a Forgotten Fort Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● One of the most ambitious heritage restorations in India, transforming an abandoned 18th-century Sikh palace into a world-class luxury hotel. ● Extraordinary craftsmanship brought back to life through traditional building techniques, fresco restoration,…

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Hotel Guaraní
Hotel Guaraní | Asunción

Hotel Guaraní

Hotel Guaraní, Asuncíon, ParaguayModernist Monument with a Storied Soul Oliva, esquina Independencia Nacional 3107 Asuncíon, Paraguay Type: architectural hotel, historic hotel, independent hotel Style: big & bold, mid-century, modernist Vibe: lively A Lobby Worth the Pilgrimage In the centre of Asunción, where colonial facades and contemporary rhythms mingle,

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