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.
Imperial Riding School, Autograph Collection | Vienna, Austria Where Imperial Heritage Meets Contemporary Design Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A remarkable transformation of a former imperial cavalry school into one of Vienna's most distinctive lifestyle hotels. ● Sophisticated interiors by Goddard Littlefair that subtly weave equestrian history into contemporary design. ● A rare private…
read moreTOURISTS - North Adams, Massachusetts, USA A 1960s motor lodge reborn as an art-minded retreat in the Berkshires. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A classic American roadside motel reimagined with modernist simplicity, without slipping into retro pastiche. ● Architecture, landscape and nature work together beautifully, from oversized window seats to a suspension bridge across…
read moreThe Revolution Hotel | Boston, Massachusetts | USA Boston's Past and Future, Reimagined Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A landmark 1880s building transformed into one of Boston's most creative boutique hotels, where history, contemporary design, and local culture intersect. ● Bold interiors and art curation by Adam&Co., featuring monumental installations, street art, and immersive…
read moreAuberge du Mouton - Porrentruy, Switzerland A 300-year-old Swiss inn where contemporary design, slow food and Jura authenticity come together Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully restrained reinvention of a heritage-listed inn dating from 1715, with Zürich-based Studio Norma bringing contemporary design into the historic fabric without erasing its character. ● Just 12…
read moreMaison Métier, New Orleans, Louisiana, USA Southern glamour, collected interiors and the feeling of staying in an eccentric friend’s private home. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● An unusually sophisticated take on New Orleans style: richly layered and luxurious, but never stiff or predictable. ● Antiques, bespoke furniture, patterned textiles and jewel-like materials create interiors…
read moreHotel Peter and Paul, New Orleans, Louisiana, USA Sacred architecture, sensual interiors and four historic buildings in the heart of the Marigny. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A 19th-century church, schoolhouse, rectory and convent have been transformed into one of America’s most imaginative adaptive-reuse hotels. ● ASH NYC layers original cypress mouldings, marble fireplaces…
read moreThe Chloe | New Orleans, Lousiana | USA Uptown New Orleans Charm with a Decidedly Modern Soul Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully restored 19th-century Victorian mansion that captures the romance of Uptown New Orleans while embracing a fresh, contemporary perspective. ● Richly layered interiors by Sara Ruffin Costello, where Southern Gothic elegance,…
read moreBroadwick Soho | London, United Kingdom Bold Glamour in the Heart of Soho Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A fearless boutique hotel that captures Soho's legendary creative spirit through theatrical interiors and exceptional craftsmanship. ● Distinctive restaurants, bars, and rooftop spaces that have quickly become destinations in their own right. ● An unapologetically glamorous…
read moreThe Publishing House Bed & Breakfast | Chicago, Illinois | USA Where Industrial Heritage Meets Boutique Hospitality Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully restored 1909 publishing house that combines industrial architecture with warm, residential interiors. ● Just 11 individually designed rooms, each inspired by Chicago's rich literary heritage. ● One of the West…
read moreChicago Athletic Association Hotel | Illinois, USA Gilded Age Grandeur, Reimagined for Today Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A magnificent 1893 Venetian Gothic landmark transformed into one of America's finest examples of adaptive hotel reuse. ● Roman and Williams' masterful interiors preserve the building's club-like grandeur while creating a vibrant contemporary hotel. ● More…
read moreThe Hoxton, Chicago | Illinois, USA An industrial-inspired boutique hotel where West Loop creativity, exceptional dining, and effortless style come together. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Beautifully captures the industrial character of Chicago's West Loop through warm, contemporary design. ● One of the city's strongest culinary addresses, with acclaimed restaurants and a rooftop destination…
read moreThe Emily Hotel | Chicago, Illinois | USAA creative, design-forward hotel that channels Chicago’s modernist legacy through art, architecture, and a strong connection to the city’s cultural scene. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Bauhaus-inspired interiors that pay tribute to Chicago modernism and the legacy of Ludwig Mies van der Rohe.● A strong focus on…
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