Where Design Defines the Experience
This is the heart of DNA Hotels. A design-led hotel doesn’t have to be created by a famous architect or interior designer—it can be carefully designed from the ground up or have evolved organically over decades. What matters is that everything feels connected: architecture, interiors, furniture, materials, light and atmosphere. These are hotels with a clear point of view, where design isn’t decoration or a marketing label, but part of the character of the place and the way you experience it.
Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel - Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA A former corporate hotel transformed into a living, breathing celebration of contemporary art. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Stonehill Taylor reinvented a conventional InterContinental as a multidisciplinary arts hotel, with galleries, performance spaces and artworks integrated throughout the 219 rooms and public areas. ●…
read moreMountain Modern | Jackson, Wyoming | USA A roadside motel transformed into a playful basecamp for exploring Jackson Hole and the Tetons. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● TruexCullins translated Jackson Hole’s outdoor culture into design, with oversized Teton landscapes, gear walls and a bold red, black and blond-wood palette. ● The 135 rooms work…
read moreAnvil Hotel | Jackson, Wyoming | USA A 1950s motel recast as a modern Western lodge at the gateway to Jackson Hole. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Studio Tack turned a modest roadside motel into a convincing contemporary take on the classic Western lodge, without slipping into cowboy cliché. ● Dark mountain green, warm…
read moreThe Adolphus, Autograph Collection | Dallas, Texas | USA Gilded Age Grandeur, Reimagined Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● One of America's great historic hotels, where Beaux-Arts architecture, European elegance, and more than a century of Dallas history come together under one roof. ● Beautifully restored interiors that balance original craftsmanship with contemporary comfort, creating…
read moreThe Statler Dallas | Texas, USA Mid-Century Legacy Meets Modern-Day Revival Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● One of America's most significant mid-century hotels, beautifully restored while preserving its unmistakable 1950s character. ● A thoughtful reinvention that combines historic architecture, contemporary design, residences, and vibrant social spaces under one roof. ● Rich in original details—from…
read moreHotel Saint George | Marfa, Texas | USA Minimalist architecture and artistic spirit in the heart of West Texas. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● The hotel that perfectly captures Marfa's unique blend of desert minimalism, contemporary art and frontier heritage. ● Thoughtfully designed with industrial materials, reclaimed local elements and a restrained aesthetic inspired…
read moreStagecoach Inn | Salado, Texas | USA Texas' oldest inn reimagined with summer-camp nostalgia. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully restored Texas landmark dating back to 1860, where more than 160 years of history meet contemporary hospitality. ● Bunkhouse transforms historic buildings into a playful retreat inspired by mid-century motels, summer camps and…
read moreThe Plaza Hotel Pioneer Park | El Paso, Texas | USA Art Deco grandeur, Hollywood glamour and the spirit of the American Southwest. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully restored 1930 Art Deco landmark that has defined the El Paso skyline for nearly a century. ● Rich Pueblo Deco interiors blending historic architecture,…
read moreKimpton Pittman Hotel | Dallas, Texas | USAWhere Dallas' jazz heritage meets contemporary design in the heart of Deep Ellum. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully restored 1916 landmark by William Sidney Pittman, the first African American architect in Texas, celebrating the rich cultural history of Deep Ellum.● A thoughtful blend of Beaux-Arts…
read moreHotel Revival | Baltimore, Maryland | USA Baltimore's Bold Spirit in a Historic Mansion Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A thoughtfully restored historic landmark where classic architecture, eclectic interiors, and contemporary hospitality celebrate Baltimore's remarkable cultural renaissance. ● Beautifully curated guestrooms filled with local artwork, bespoke furnishings, and a rich mix of antique, mid-century,…
read moreAustin Proper Hotel | Texas, USA High-Rise Soul in the Seaholm District Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A striking contemporary tower where bold architecture, sustainable design, and Kelly Wearstler's richly layered interiors redefine luxury in downtown Austin. ● Beautifully contextual interiors featuring local artists, reclaimed materials, handcrafted details, and a warm interpretation of Texas…
read moreThe LINE Austin | Texas, USA Mid-century modernism reimagined for the rhythm of contemporary Austin. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A masterful transformation of the iconic 1965 Crest Inn into one of Austin's defining design hotels. ● Interiors by Sean Knibb and architecture by Michael Hsu seamlessly connect the city's urban energy with the…
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