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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 MOTTO
Hotel MOTTO | Vienna

Hotel MOTTO

Hotel MOTTO | Vienna, Austria Parisian Romance Meets Viennese Grandeur Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully restored historic hotel that blends Viennese heritage with elegant Parisian Art Deco influences. ● Romantic guestrooms rich in handcrafted details, soft colours, and timeless glamour. ● Home to the spectacular Chez Bernard restaurant beneath one of Vienna's…

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The BoTree
The BoTree | London

The BoTree

The BoTree London, Curio Collection by Hilton | United Kingdom Conscious Luxury Between Marylebone and Mayfair Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A contemporary luxury hotel that places wellbeing, sustainability, and genuine hospitality at the heart of the guest experience. ● Warm, nature-inspired interiors where handcrafted materials, rich textures, and abundant greenery create a calming…

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Mondrian Bordeaux Les Carmes
Mondrian Bordeaux Les Carmes

Mondrian Bordeaux Les Carmes

Mondrian Bordeaux Les Carmes, France Philippe Starck transforms a 19th-century wine landmark into a seductive dialogue between Bordeaux and Japan Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Philippe Starck and architect Jean-François Le Gal retain the neo-Gothic character of the former Calvet wine cellars while giving the interiors an unmistakably contemporary identity. ● Raw concrete, Bordeaux…

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Hotel San Fernando
Hotel San Fernando | Mexico City

Hotel San Fernando

Hotel San Fernando | Mexico City Mid-Century Soul Meets Modern Mexican Style Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully restored 1947 Art Deco apartment building that preserves its original character while embracing contemporary Mexican design. ● Bunkhouse brings its signature blend of local culture, laid-back hospitality, and thoughtful design to one of Mexico City's…

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Artyzen Singapore
Artyzen Singapore

Artyzen Singapore

Artyzen Singapore A Contemporary Urban Sanctuary Inspired by Singapore's Tropical Heritage Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A sophisticated architectural statement by Singapore-based practice ONG&ONG that reinterprets the site's historic 1940s garden mansion. ● Biophilic design at its finest, with lush vertical gardens, open courtyards, and seamless connections between architecture and nature. ● Refined interiors…

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Trevarefabrikken
Trevarefabrikken | Henningsvær, Norway

Trevarefabrikken

Trevarefabrikken, Henningsvær, Lofoten, Norway Industrial Heritage Reborn in the Arctic Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● One of Scandinavia’s most inspiring adaptive-reuse projects, transforming a former cod-liver oil factory into a vibrant cultural destination. ● A unique blend of industrial architecture, local craftsmanship, hospitality, art, wellness, and community. ● A truly authentic Lofoten experience where…

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Max Brown Missori
Max Brown Hotel Missori | Milan

Max Brown Missori

Max Brown Missori, Milan, Italy A Seventies-Inspired Boutique Hotel with a Sustainable Soul Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A playful reinterpretation of 1970s interiors brought to life with warmth, colour, and genuine character. ● A thoughtful renovation that reused original furnishings and embraced sustainability without compromising style. ● An inviting neighbourhood hotel that feels…

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nhow Berlin
nhow Berlin

nhow Berlin

nhow Berlin, Germany A Music Hotel Where Karim Rashid’s Futurism Meets the Creative Energy of the Spree Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Sergei Tchoban’s cantilevered riverside architecture gives the hotel one of Berlin’s most distinctive contemporary silhouettes. ● Karim Rashid’s immersive interiors replace conventional hotel restraint with colour, curves, and unapologetic visual energy. ●…

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Ocean Drive Talamanca
Ocean Drive Talamanca | Ibiza

Ocean Drive Talamanca

Ocean Drive Talamanca | Ibiza, Spain Seventies Ibiza reworked with Mediterranean modernism, rooftop energy and views across Talamanca Bay Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A 1972 hotel intelligently rehabilitated rather than erased, with architect Víctor Rahola transforming the original structure through a contemporary interpretation of Ibiza’s light, materials and landscape. ● The architecture goes…

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UNAHOTELS Vittoria Firenze
UNAHOTELS Vittoria Firenze

UNAHOTELS Vittoria Firenze

UNAHOTELS Vittoria Firenze, Florence, Italy A Bold Design Hotel Where Fabio Novembre Reimagines Contemporary Florence Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A fearless interior concept by renowned Italian architect and designer Fabio Novembre, where hospitality becomes immersive design. ● Striking public spaces filled with sculptural furniture, bold colour palettes, and artistic references to Florence's cultural…

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W Amsterdam
W Amsterdam

W Amsterdam

W Amsterdam Where Historic Amsterdam Meets High-Energy Luxury Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Two iconic heritage buildings transformed into one of Amsterdam's boldest lifestyle hotels. ● Architecture that celebrates history through inventive contemporary design by Office Winhov and Baranowitz Kronenberg. ● Rooftop nightlife, destination restaurants, a vault spa, and Dutch design all under one…

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NoMad London
NoMad London

NoMad London

NoMad London | United Kingdom Historic Grandeur, Contemporary Glamour in Covent Garden Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully transformed former Bow Street Magistrates' Court where history, art, and exceptional design come together. ● Roman and Williams create richly layered interiors filled with bespoke furniture, commissioned artwork, and remarkable craftsmanship. ● One of London's…

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