Where Water Defines the Stay
Beach doesn’t always mean palm trees and white sand. Beach & Coastal stretches from tropical hideaways and barefoot Mediterranean retreats to wild Atlantic shores made for coolcations and windswept walks. It might mean swimming from steps carved into the rocks, waking beside a mountain lake or watching winter storms roll in from the sea. These are hotels where water, coastline and landscape aren’t simply the view—they are an essential part of the experience.
W Sardinia – Poltu Quatu, Italy W grows up on the Costa Smeralda, trading glossy excess for Sardinian craft, coastal textures and a hidden harbour Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Meyer Davis gives the W formula a distinctly Sardinian identity, replacing the brand’s old high-gloss aesthetic with tactile materials, organic forms, local stone and…
read moreVilla Argentina - Dubrovnik, Croatia Dubrovnik’s grande dame returns, with Adriatic views, Mediterranean gardens and a carefully restored modern soul Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● One of Dubrovnik’s great historic hotels returns in August 2026 after a major transformation by Croatian architecture studio 3LHD, preserving the character of the original villa while radically improving…
read moreHotel Riviera Menorca – Ciutadella, Spain A splash of 1970s Italian seaside glamour brings colour, curves and a little mischief to Menorca. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Ilmiodesign deliberately rejects the ubiquitous white-on-white Balearic aesthetic, looking instead to the colourful beach culture of the 1970s Italian Riviera Romagnola. ● The former Hotel Madrid has…
read moreImmerso Hotel – Ericeira, Portugal Surf culture, Portuguese craft and Atlantic cuisine come together in a secluded valley overlooking the ocean. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Ericeira’s first five-star hotel translates the relaxed spirit of Europe’s first World Surfing Reserve into sophisticated contemporary hospitality without turning surf culture into a theme. ● A distinctly…
read moreTainaron Blue Retreat, Váthia, Mani Peninsula, Greece A Restored Mani Tower Where Mythology, Architecture, and Landscape Become One Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● An early 19th-century fortified Mani tower meticulously restored by architect-owners Kostas Zouvelos and Kassiani Theodorakakou. ● Just three beautifully restrained suites overlooking Cape Tainaron, where Greek mythology places the entrance to…
read moreMagia de Uma, Umalas, Bali, Indonesia An Intimate Heritage Retreat Where Indonesian Craftsmanship, Slow Living, and Contemporary Design Meet Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully restored collection of 150-year-old joglo houses that celebrates Indonesian heritage instead of replacing it. ● Warm, residential interiors where handcrafted furniture, antiques, and contemporary design create a deeply…
read moreDelano Miami Beach | Florida, USA An Art Deco Icon Reimagined for a New Generation of South Beach Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Elastic Architects carefully balance the Delano's celebrated Philippe Starck legacy with the elegance of its original 1947 Art Deco architecture. ● The restoration revives one of Miami Beach's defining hotels while…
read moreTerreno Barrio, Palma de Mallorca, Spain A Neighbourhood Hotel Designed for the City That Surrounds It Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A thoughtful collaboration between OHLAB, Studio Roses, and an exceptional network of Mallorcan artists, designers, and craftspeople. ● A hotel that places community at its heart, transforming private space into a public meeting…
read morePerroquet Hotel, Fort Lauderdale, Florida Mid-Century Florida Reimagined with European Precision Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully restored 1950s motel transformed by Belgian architect Bernard Dubois into one of Florida's most distinctive boutique hotels. ● Classic American motel architecture reinterpreted through refined European minimalism, lush landscaping, and custom-designed interiors. ● A refreshing reminder…
read morePerma, Serifos A secluded architectural retreat where raw Cycladic landscape, regenerative design, and quiet luxury become one seamless experience. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● An extraordinary architectural project by MOLD Architects that dissolves into the Serifos landscape rather than sitting upon it. ● Only five private residences, each designed around silence, privacy, and an…
read moreHotel de Milliano - Breskens, Zeeland, The Netherlands A landmark of Dutch modernism where 1960s architecture, vintage design, and panoramic sea views define one of Zeeland's most distinctive boutique stays. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● One of the Netherlands' finest examples of authentic 1960s modernist hotel architecture, built directly into the dunes overlooking the…
read moreVilla Dubrovnik | Dubrovnik, Croatia Adriatic Serenity, Timeless Design Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully reimagined Adriatic icon where Brazilian architect Arthur Casas blends Croatian craftsmanship, Italian modernism, and breathtaking coastal scenery. ● Thoughtfully layered interiors that celebrate Dubrovnik's heritage through local stone, handcrafted ceramics, bespoke furniture, and works by Croatian artists. ●…
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