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.
101 Hotel | Reykjavik, Iceland Iceland's original design hotel, where contemporary art, Nordic minimalism, and political history come together in the heart of Reykjavík. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● One of Reykjavík's pioneering boutique hotels, transforming a former political headquarters into a sophisticated design destination. ● A striking monochrome interior by Ingibjörg S. Pálmadóttir,…
read moreHotel Modez – Arnhem, Netherlands Fashion becomes hospitality in Arnhem’s creative Modekwartier, with rooms designed by a roll call of Dutch fashion talent. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Dutch fashion illustrator Piet Paris conceived the hotel as a collaborative fashion project, inviting more than 30 Dutch designers to translate their individual signatures into guestrooms.…
read moreHotel Marcel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton | New Haven, Connecticut | USAA Marcel Breuer masterpiece transformed into the nation’s first net-zero hotel, where Brutalist architecture meets the future of hospitality. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● One of the most important Brutalist restorations in America, preserving a Marcel Breuer landmark for a new generation.● The…
read moreamba Taipei Ximending | Taiwan An eco-conscious design hotel where industrial warmth, creative energy, and Taipei's most vibrant neighbourhood come together. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A playful collaboration between architect Grace Cheung and interior designer Eugene Yeh that blends theatrical design with understated comfort. ● A genuinely creative atmosphere where café, gallery, music…
read moreBotanic Sanctuary Antwerp | Belgium A 12th-Century Monastery Reimagined as Belgium's Most Refined Urban Sanctuary Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A remarkable transformation of a 12th-century monastery into one of Europe's most distinctive luxury hotels, where history and contemporary design exist in perfect harmony. ● Beautifully restored architecture paired with understated Belgian craftsmanship, natural…
read moreHotel Danmark | Copenhagen, Denmark A Colourful Boutique Hotel Where Historic Architecture Meets Contemporary Danish Design Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Two buildings from 1792 and 1969 have been seamlessly united into a vibrant boutique hotel full of colour, character, and architectural contrast. ● Brøchner Hotels' distinctive design language combines bold interiors, thoughtful Danish…
read moreManon Les Suites | Copenhagen, Denmark Jungle Bohemia in the Heart of Copenhagen Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● One of Europe’s most unforgettable hotel atriums—a five-storey tropical jungle hidden inside an industrial Copenhagen building. ● A wildly successful fusion of Balinese resort living, bohemian design, and Scandinavian sustainability. ● Spacious suites, rooftop wellness, and…
read moreAtrio – Cáceres, Spain Three Michelin stars, remarkable contemporary architecture and one legendary wine cellar hidden within the medieval walls of Cáceres. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Architects Mansilla + Tuñón inserted an unapologetically contemporary hotel into Cáceres' UNESCO-listed historic centre without sacrificing the character of the centuries-old city around it. ● Just 14…
read moreHotel Astoria | Copenhagen, Denmark An Art Deco Landmark Celebrating the Romance of Rail Travel Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● One of Denmark's finest examples of 1930s modernist architecture, designed to evoke the elegance and optimism of the golden age of train travel. ● Carefully preserved Art Deco details and original architectural features create…
read moreSomewhere Lombok | Indonesia A Hillside Hideaway Where Contemporary Design, Local Craftsmanship, and Sustainable Living Meet Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Twenty beautifully designed private villas that combine contemporary architecture with handcrafted Indonesian craftsmanship and breathtaking views over Are Guling Bay. ● A thoughtful commitment to sustainability, from passive design strategies and rainwater harvesting…
read moreHôtel William Gray - Montréal, Canada Eighteenth-century stone houses, contemporary glass and one of Old Montréal’s most sociable rooftops Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Two historic buildings and a contemporary glass addition create a convincing dialogue between Old Montréal’s architectural past and its modern identity. ● The light-filled central atrium and relaxed Living Room…
read moreLe Dauphin Montréal Centre-Ville - Canada Raw concrete, warm wood and refreshingly uncomplicated hospitality in the heart of downtown Montréal Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Exposed concrete, wooden floors and pared-back furnishings give Le Dauphin an honest industrial character that feels considered rather than conventionally “boutique”. ● Generously sized rooms prioritise space and functionality,…
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