Where the Past Becomes Part of the Stay
Some hotels have been welcoming guests for generations; others give historic buildings an entirely new purpose. Heritage & Historic Hotels spans centuries of architecture—from ancient monasteries, castles and coaching inns to grand mansions, Art Nouveau landmarks and Art Deco icons. Some were built as hotels, others have been brilliantly adapted. What connects them is a respect for what came before, allowing original architecture, craftsmanship and stories to remain part of the experience rather than becoming simply a backdrop.
Hotel PACAI, Vilnius, Lithuania A 17th-century Baroque palace where centuries of history become part of the design Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Architect Saulius Mikštas and YES.design.architecture resisted polishing away the past, preserving frescoes, exposed brick, cracked plaster, old timber, and other traces of the palace’s extraordinary history. ● The 104 rooms and suites…
read moreThe Modernist Thessaloniki Precision Wrapped in Soul Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully restored 1920s landmark that blends Art Deco elegance, mid-century refinement, and contemporary Scandinavian simplicity. ● Thoughtful, space-efficient design that proves luxury isn't measured in square meters. ● Deep connections to Thessaloniki's creative community, from local makers and artisans to independent…
read moreThe iconic architectural complex of “Largo do Botícario” in the Cosme Velho neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro is being redeveloped under AccorHotels’ JO&JOE hostel brand. AccorHotels bought the six houses that make up the architectural complex for R$20 million (4.6€m) and will invest an additional R$30 million (6.9€m) in renovations and furnishings.
read moreBrody House, Budapest, Hungary A Bohemian Townhouse Where Art, Community, and Creativity Come Together Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A characterful boutique hotel where every room is inspired by an artist and filled with original artworks, vintage finds, and upcycled furniture. ● More than a hotel, Brody House functions as a creative community, hosting…
read moreHotel Indigo The Hague – Palace Noordeinde Royal Heritage Meets Boutique Design Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully restored former Dutch National Bank where history is reimagined through playful contemporary design. ● Rich interiors inspired by the building's banking past, filled with bespoke details, bold colours, and unexpected surprises. ● An exceptional location…
read moreRadisson Collection Royal Hotel, Copenhagen, Denmark The World's First Design Hotel and Arne Jacobsen's Total Work of Art Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Designed entirely by Arne Jacobsen in 1960, it is widely regarded as the world's first true design hotel and one of the finest examples of a Gesamtkunstwerk. ● Home to the…
read moreA DNA Hotels’ favourite, Parkhotel Bellevue & Spa in Adelboden is a stylish indie hotel from the 1930s where tradition meets charming Scandinavian and mid-century design. The timelessly elegant design consists of a linear, classical and streamlined modernistic style (a former sanatorium) contrasting with the rustic village and spectacular Alpine landscape. A renovated lobby features furniture by Finn Juhl, Wegner and Gio Ponti. All this creates a truly authentic hotel experience.
read moreHotel Infante Sagres, Porto’s “Grande Dame” mixes classic interiors with a 1950s vibe.
read moreBuilt in 1757 in traditional “Bauer Baroque” style, the authentic Gasthof Hirschen is a boutique hotel avant-la-lettre located in the bucolic village of Schwarzenberg surrounded by the mountains and pastures of the Bregenzer Forest. Behind its Baronial façade of cured timber, mandatory flowering blooms and Austrian frescos you will discover a fascinating history and an impressive art collection where rustic meets East Side Gallery.
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