Zannier Phum Baitang, Siem Reap, Cambodia A five-star Khmer village where rice paddies, traditional architecture, and slow Cambodian living set the rhythm Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Paris-based AW² and hotelier Arnaud Zannier recreated the spatial language of a traditional Khmer village, with 45 stilted wooden villas scattered among rice paddies and tropical gardens.…
read moreTainaron Blue Retreat, Váthia, Mani Peninsula, Greece A Restored Mani Tower Where Mythology, Architecture, and Landscape Become One Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● An early 19th-century fortified Mani tower meticulously restored by architect-owners Kostas Zouvelos and Kassiani Theodorakakou. ● Just three beautifully restrained suites overlooking Cape Tainaron, where Greek mythology places the entrance to…
read moreMagia de Uma, Umalas, Bali, Indonesia An Intimate Heritage Retreat Where Indonesian Craftsmanship, Slow Living, and Contemporary Design Meet Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully restored collection of 150-year-old joglo houses that celebrates Indonesian heritage instead of replacing it. ● Warm, residential interiors where handcrafted furniture, antiques, and contemporary design create a deeply…
read morePerma, Serifos A secluded architectural retreat where raw Cycladic landscape, regenerative design, and quiet luxury become one seamless experience. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● An extraordinary architectural project by MOLD Architects that dissolves into the Serifos landscape rather than sitting upon it. ● Only five private residences, each designed around silence, privacy, and an…
read moreMajamaja Helsinki – Helsinki, FinlandOff-Grid Living on the Edge of the Baltic Sea Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A pioneering off-grid retreat where architecture, technology, and sustainability come together in one remarkably compact design. ● Located on a secluded rocky shoreline in the Helsinki archipelago, yet easily reached from the city by bicycle, boat,…
read moreFUFU Tokyo Ginza An Urban Ryokan Above Ginza Where Craftsmanship, Silence and Private Onsen Baths Redefine the City Hotel Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● One of Tokyo's most intimate luxury hotels, with just 34 suites, each featuring a private natural hot spring bath and landscaped terrace. ● A beautifully crafted urban ryokan where traditional…
read moreAZUMA FARM Koiwai, Shizukuishi Where regenerative farming, contemporary architecture, and slow Japanese hospitality come together beneath Mount Iwate. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A pioneering farm retreat that redefines luxury through landscape, sustainability, and an authentic connection to place. ● Architecture by Shiro Miura that dissolves into forests and pastures using hyperlocal materials and…
read moreDeqin Meri Poodom – Shangri-La, China Where Sculptural Architecture Meets the Sacred Himalayas Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● One of China's most architecturally striking mountain retreats, blending contemporary design with Tibetan influences. ● Extraordinary views of the sacred Meili Snow Mountains framed through dramatic floor-to-ceiling glazing. ● A rare example of architecture that enhances…
read moreNomos Hotel, Rome An intimate sanctuary where a former monastery has been transformed into one of Rome's purest expressions of architectural minimalism. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A remarkable conversion of an 18th-century Franciscan monastery into a serene design hotel centred on craftsmanship and material honesty. ● Interiors by designer Henry Timi that redefine…
read moreRiad Rosemary, Marrakech, Morocco A Handcrafted Sanctuary Where Contemporary Art Meets Moroccan Tradition Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● An intimate five-suite riad created by artist Laurence Leenaert and Ayoub Boualam as a living expression of their creative world. ● Extraordinary craftsmanship, with every surface shaped by Moroccan artisans using traditional techniques and contemporary design.…
read moreMandarin Oriental Qianmen – Beijing, China Where Imperial Tranquility Meets Contemporary Elegance Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A rare luxury hotel embedded within Beijing's historic hutong fabric rather than above it. ● Meticulously restored courtyard houses that celebrate traditional Chinese architecture and craftsmanship. ● An intimate and deeply atmospheric alternative to Beijing's grand international…
read moreVipp Tunnel, Tasmania Brutalist Poetry at the Edge of the World Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A spectacular off-grid architectural retreat designed by Room11 Architects and Danish design brand Vipp. ● Raw concrete, vast glazing, and dramatic wilderness views create one of the world's most immersive design stays. ● Proof that sustainability, architecture, and…
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