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.
Ennismore, the owner of the Gleneagles Hotel in Scotland and the Hoxton Hotels brand, has bought the 135-room Eynsham Hall country house hotel in Oxfordshire for a reported £10 million (£74,000 per key) from the Cathedral Group. The hotel has planning permission for 80 new guestrooms, purpose-built conference facilities for 250 people and a new spa complex.
read moreRegina Experimental, Biarritz, France Belle Époque grandeur meets Dorothée Meilichzon’s playful vision of the Basque coast Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A 1907 Neo-Basque landmark by Henry Martinet, centred around an extraordinary 15-metre-high atrium beneath an Eiffel-style glass-and-metal roof. ● Dorothée Meilichzon transforms the historic interiors with ocean-liner curves, Art Deco references, Basque colours,…
read moreW Budapest, Hungary A Neo-Renaissance Landmark Where Ballet, Design, and Contemporary Luxury Take Centre Stage Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● The magnificent Drechsler Palace has been transformed into W Hotels' first property in Central Europe while preserving its extraordinary Neo-Renaissance architecture. ● Interiors celebrate the building's history as the Hungarian State Ballet Institute through…
read moreZEL Mallorca – Mallorca, Spain Where Mediterranean Living Becomes a Way of Life Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● The flagship property of the ZEL brand, created by Rafael Nadal and Meliá Hotels International. ● A contemporary interpretation of Mediterranean living built around outdoor life, wellbeing, gastronomy, and connection. ● A design-led beachfront retreat that…
read moreThe Ned Doha, Qatar Where Brutalist Heritage Meets Contemporary Luxury Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● One of the Middle East’s most significant adaptive reuse projects, transforming a landmark 1970s government building into a design-led destination. ● A masterful collaboration between David Chipperfield Architects and Soho House Design that balances architectural integrity with warmth and…
read moreMoxy Downtown Los Angeles Playful Design and Social Energy Above Downtown LA Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Yabu Pushelberg transforms Moxy’s playful personality into a bold interpretation of California’s adventurous spirit. ● Level 8 brings together an extraordinary collection of restaurants, bars, nightlife, and entertainment under one roof. ● Vibrant social spaces, clever guestrooms,…
read moreThe Hoxton, Brussels Brutalist Architecture with a 1970s Soul Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A landmark 1970s Brutalist office tower transformed into one of Brussels' most exciting lifestyle hotels. ● Retro-inspired interiors by AIME Studios blend Belgian design, vintage furniture, and bold contemporary art. ● A lively mix of restaurants, rooftop cocktails, co-working spaces,…
read moreVirgin Hotels Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Scotland Old Town heritage, playful glamour and Virgin irreverence behind one of Edinburgh’s most dramatic historic façades. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A complex adaptive-reuse project that brings together listed historic buildings and contemporary additions without disguising the contrast between old and new. ● Virgin’s playful design language is tempered…
read moreChâteau Royal, Berlin, Germany An Art Hotel Where Berlin's Creative Community Feels Entirely at Home Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● More than one hundred contemporary artworks transform the hotel into one of Berlin's most authentic cultural addresses. ● Beautifully restored historic buildings combine timeless craftsmanship with restrained contemporary design. ● Created by the team…
read moreThe Madrid EDITION | Spain Minimalist Luxury with the Creative Energy of Modern Madrid Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Ian Schrager's bold interpretation of luxury, realised through the minimalist vision of John Pawson and François Champsaur. ● A spectacular sculptural staircase and beautifully restrained interiors that redefine contemporary hospitality in Madrid. ● One of…
read moreAce Hotel Toronto, Toronto Canada's first Ace Hotel combines bold architecture, creative energy, and unmistakable local character in the heart of Toronto's historic Garment District. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A striking purpose-built hotel by Shim-Sutcliffe Architects that redefines Ace's signature aesthetic through a distinctly Canadian lens. ● One of the city's most impressive…
read moreThe Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon - Thailand A Landmark Skyscraper Where Bold Architecture Meets Playful Design Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Occupying Ole Scheeren's iconic King Power Mahanakhon tower, one of Southeast Asia's most recognisable contemporary skyscrapers. ● Jaime Hayon's exuberant interiors combine craftsmanship, colour, and sculptural forms into one of Bangkok's most distinctive hotel…
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