Social Hotels are destinations where people naturally come together. These hotels are designed around connection, with lively lobbies, welcoming lounges, buzzing restaurants, rooftop bars, communal tables, and vibrant public spaces that encourage interaction. Whether it’s sharing cocktails at sunset, meeting fellow travelers over breakfast, or experiencing the energy of the local community, Social Hotels offer more than just a place to sleep. They create memorable moments, conversations, and a sense of belonging. Perfect for travelers who enjoy atmosphere, creativity, and hotels with a social heartbeat.
Hotel Aurora – Merano, South Tyrol, Italy Four generations of family history meet 1970s glamour, Alpine modernism and a new cultural life on Merano’s Passer Promenade. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A rare renovation that builds on six decades of family design history rather than erasing it, preserving original 1970s interiors alongside bold new…
read moreHobo Hotel Oslo, Norway 1960s optimism, Nordic resourcefulness and a new kind of urban community in the heart of Oslo. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Studio Aisslinger turns 1960s countercultural idealism into an exuberant “Architecture of Optimism” filled with colour, reclaimed materials and playful design. ● Four very different food and drink concepts make…
read moreLa Vista Motel, Denver, Colorado, USA A landmark 1956 motor lodge restored with neon, vintage finds, and a basement straight out of another era Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A genuine 1956 East Colfax motor lodge, restored by Sopher Sparn Architects with its original footprint, exterior lines, materials, and architectural character intact. ● Xan…
read moreThe Zetter Bloomsbury | London, United Kingdom Six Georgian townhouses become a richly layered home for art, antiques, books, and Bloomsbury eccentricity Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● James Thurstan Waterworth avoids the polished sameness of contemporary boutique hospitality, layering antiques, mid-century furniture, vintage textiles, British art, and objects that feel collected rather than decorated.…
read morePulso Hotel Faria Lima, São Paulo, Brazil Brazilian modernism, contemporary art, and urban calm in the heart of Pinheiros Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A sophisticated new boutique hotel by Studio Arthur Casas, combining Brazilian modernist furniture, lush landscaping, and beautifully restrained contemporary architecture. ● Just 57 rooms, each layered with vintage pieces, local…
read moreDelano Miami Beach | Florida, USA An Art Deco Icon Reimagined for a New Generation of South Beach Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Elastic Architects carefully balance the Delano's celebrated Philippe Starck legacy with the elegance of its original 1947 Art Deco architecture. ● The restoration revives one of Miami Beach's defining hotels while…
read moreSix Senses London | United Kingdom A Historic Department Store Reimagined as an Urban Wellness Retreat Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● The transformation of the Grade II-listed Whiteleys department store into a richly layered hotel by Foster + Partners, EPR Architects, and AvroKO. ● Interiors that reinterpret Victorian retail grandeur through Art Deco curves,…
read moreTerreno Barrio, Palma de Mallorca, Spain A Neighbourhood Hotel Designed for the City That Surrounds It Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A thoughtful collaboration between OHLAB, Studio Roses, and an exceptional network of Mallorcan artists, designers, and craftspeople. ● A hotel that places community at its heart, transforming private space into a public meeting…
read moreJAM Hotel Ghent An Artists' Atelier Inside a Historic Military Barracks Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A remarkable adaptive reuse project that transforms a former military barracks into one of Europe's most creative design hotels. ● An extraordinary collaboration between Studio Lionel Jadot and more than forty local artists, designers, and makers. ● A…
read moreAndaz Shanghai ITC Where Old Shanghai Inspires a New Generation of Luxury Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A contemporary luxury hotel that beautifully reinterprets Shanghai's historic shikumen neighborhoods through thoughtful architecture and interior design. ● Elegant public spaces by HBA that combine nostalgic references with vibrant contemporary details, creating one of Shanghai's most distinctive…
read moreMiiro Spittelberg Vienna | Austria Where Residential Comfort Meets Vienna's Creative Spirit Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully understated lifestyle hotel that captures the creative energy of Vienna's Spittelberg district. ● Residential interiors by Archisphere, enriched with contemporary Austrian art and thoughtful local touches. ● Poco, an Italian-inspired neighbourhood restaurant and bar that…
read moreThe Dean Munich A bold lifestyle hotel where Jugendstil elegance, 1980s glamour, and contemporary creativity redefine one of Germany's most stylish cities. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Interiors by Tatjana von Stein that brilliantly blend Munich's Jugendstil heritage with its overlooked 1980s creative scene. ● A destination in itself, combining contemporary art, Japanese dining,…
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