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.
OKU Kos, Greece A Contemporary Beach Retreat Where Barefoot Luxury Meets Cycladic Simplicity Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully designed adults-only resort inspired by the architecture of a traditional Greek village, interpreted through a contemporary minimalist lens. ● Earthy interiors featuring polished concrete, natural timber, woven textures, and understated craftsmanship that encourage effortless…
read moreANEMI Folegandros | Greece A Contemporary Cycladic Retreat Where Simplicity Shapes Every Stay Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A refined interpretation of Cycladic architecture, combining whitewashed simplicity with contemporary minimalist interiors. ● Spacious rooms and suites spread across low-rise buildings that blend naturally into the island landscape. ● A peaceful location near Karavostasis, offering…
read moreRooms Batumi | Georgia Where Black Sea Nostalgia Meets Contemporary Coastal Cool Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully restored landmark that blends Batumi’s maritime heritage with playful contemporary design. ● Retro-inspired interiors filled with color, texture, and personality without sacrificing sophistication. ● A rooftop pool and restaurant that deliver some of the best…
read moreZEL Costa Brava – Costa Brava, Spain Where Mediterranean Living Meets Active Wellbeing Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● The second chapter of the ZEL lifestyle brand created by Rafael Nadal and Meliá Hotels International. ● A contemporary Mediterranean retreat that combines wellness, sport, gastronomy, and outdoor living. ● Set between the mountains and the…
read moreThe Rockaway Hotel | Rockaway Beach, Queens | New York City, USA Where Surf Culture Meets New York Cool Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A rare New York hotel that combines beach life, design credentials, and city energy in one destination. ● Thoughtfully designed interiors inspired by 1960s surf culture and Scandinavian minimalism. ●…
read moreHotel AWA – Lake Llanquihue, Chile A striking concrete retreat where architecture steps aside and lets Lake Llanquihue and Osorno Volcano take over. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Architect-owner Mauricio Fuentes spent a decade developing a highly personal hotel where the building itself is precisely oriented around sunlight, privacy and extraordinary views. ● The…
read moreRefugia Chiloé – Chile A modern lodge shaped by Chiloé’s palafitos, tidal landscapes and centuries-old island culture. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Mobil Arquitectos reinterpreted Chiloé’s traditional stilt-house architecture as a striking contemporary structure overlooking the wetlands and waters of Pullao Bay. ● All 24 rooms face the water, combining expansive views with lenga…
read morePalace Elisabeth Hvar Heritage Hotel | Croatia Where Imperial History Meets Adriatic Glamour Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Hvar’s most historic luxury hotel, occupying a landmark palace overlooking the island’s famous harbour. ● A beautifully executed blend of Venetian heritage, Austro-Hungarian grandeur, and contemporary elegance. ● One of the most enviable terraces in the…
read moreBrown Beach House | Trogir, Croatia Retro Riviera Glamour on the Adriatic Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A former tobacco warehouse transformed into one of Croatia’s most stylish design hotels. ● Saar Zafrir’s distinctive interiors channel the glamour of the 1950s Italian Riviera with a contemporary edge. ● Home to one of the Adriatic’s…
read moreLloyd's Inn Bali | Seminyak, Indonesia A Tropical Minimalist Retreat Where Concrete, Light, and Nature Exist in Perfect Balance Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully restrained interpretation of tropical minimalism, where raw concrete, water, and lush greenery create an atmosphere of complete calm. ● Architecture that encourages guests to slow down through open…
read moreThe Balé Bali Where Zen Minimalism Meets Island Luxury Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● One of Bali’s original design-led luxury retreats, proving that simplicity can be more powerful than excess. ● Private pool pavilions that combine Japanese-inspired minimalism with tropical Balinese serenity. ● An adults-only sanctuary designed entirely around privacy, stillness, and personal wellbeing.…
read moreNirjhara, Tabanan, Bali, Indonesia A Sustainable Jungle Retreat Where Contemporary Design Blends Seamlessly with Bali's Natural Landscape Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully designed boutique retreat where contemporary architecture disappears into rice terraces, rainforest, and waterfalls. ● Sustainable villas built with reclaimed timber, natural stone, bamboo, and traditional Balinese craftsmanship. ● A deeply…
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