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design-led hotel

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.

The Dolli at Acropolis
The Dolli at Acropolis

The Dolli at Acropolis

The Dolli, Athens, Greece Neoclassical Elegance Framed by the Eternal Acropolis Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully restored 1925 neoclassical landmark where Greek heritage meets refined contemporary design. ● Museum-quality interiors featuring works by Picasso, Jean Cocteau, Pierre Augustin Rose, and Greek antiquities. ● One of Europe's most spectacular rooftop experiences, crowned by…

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Hotel Hana
Hotel Hana | Paris

Hotel Hana

Hôtel Hana | Paris, France Where Parisian Elegance Meets Japanese Serenity Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully balanced fusion of Haussmannian Paris and Japanese design, created by acclaimed designer Laura Gonzalez. ● Soft, calming interiors that replace Parisian grandeur with restraint, craftsmanship, and atmosphere. ● A rare sense of tranquillity in the heart…

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Palihouse Hyde Park Village
Palihouse Hyde Park Village | Tampa, Florida

Palihouse Hyde Park Village

Palihouse Hyde Park Village | Tampa, Florida | USA European-Inspired Eclecticism Meets Florida’s Warm, Residential Ease Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Palisociety’s first Tampa hotel translates the brand’s colourful, European-influenced style into a setting rooted in Hyde Park’s historic residential character. ● Just 36 rooms create an intimate, highly considered stay filled with vintage…

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Acro Suites
Acro Suites

Acro Suites

Acro Suites | Agia Pelagia, Crete | Greece Where Cliffside Minimalism Meets the Soul of Crete Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Spectacular adults-only suites carved into the cliffs, each with uninterrupted Aegean views and private pools. ● Earthy, minimalist architecture that blends seamlessly into Crete's rugged landscape using stone, timber, and natural textures. ●…

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Parilio
Parilio

Parilio

Parīlio | Paros, Greece A Design Retreat Where Cycladic Simplicity Meets Sculptural Minimalism Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully conceived boutique hotel by Interior Design Laboratorium that reinterprets Cycladic architecture through refined contemporary design. ● Thoughtfully crafted suites featuring bespoke furniture, local marble, exposed concrete, and carefully curated European design pieces. ● A…

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BOHÈME Mykonos
Bohème Mykonos

BOHÈME Mykonos

BOHÈME Mykonos | Greece A Contemporary Cycladic Retreat Where Bohemian Spirit Meets Timeless Simplicity Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● An intimate adults-oriented boutique hotel with just 27 suites overlooking the Aegean and the sunset beyond Mykonos Town. ● A refined interpretation of Cycladic architecture, combining whitewashed minimalism with natural materials and subtle bohemian warmth.…

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Eressian Hotel & Hammam Spa
Eressian Hotel & Hammam Spa

Eressian Hotel & Hammam Spa

Eressian Hotel & Hammam Spa Where the Soul of Lesbos Lives On Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully restored family mansion that connects deeply to the history and culture of Lesbos. ● One of the most intimate boutique stays in Greece, with just four suites and a remarkable sense of place. ● A…

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OKU Kos
OKU Kos

OKU Kos

OKU Kos | Marmari, 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…

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ANEMI Folegandros
ANEMI Folegandros

ANEMI Folegandros

ANEMI 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…

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Rooms Kazbegi
Rooms Hotel Kazbegi

Rooms Kazbegi

Rooms Kazbegi | Stepantsminda, Georgia Where the Caucasus Meets Contemporary Mountain Living Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● The hotel that introduced international travelers to Georgia’s spectacular Caucasus Mountains. ● A masterful blend of contemporary design, local craftsmanship, and breathtaking natural scenery. ● Proof that mountain hospitality can feel both deeply authentic and unmistakably modern.…

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668 1000 Chiel
Rooms Batumi
Rooms Hotel Batumi | Georgia

Rooms Batumi

Rooms 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…

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JAM Hotel Brussels
JAM Hotel Brussels

JAM Hotel Brussels

JAM Hotel Brussels | Belgium Art School Heritage Meets Industrial Cool Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A former 1970s art school transformed into one of Brussels' most creative and design-forward hotels. ● Lionel Jadot's playful interiors combine reclaimed materials, industrial architecture, and handcrafted design. ● A year-round heated rooftop pool makes it one of…

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