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vibe: social

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.

PURO Kraków Kazimierz
PURO Hotel Kraków Kazimierz

PURO Kraków Kazimierz

Poland’s PURO Hotels have opened up their largest lifestyle hospitality unit, PURO Krakow Kazimierz, today here (there’s also an outpost at the Old Town) with interiors boasting a myriad of slick European design brands like Fritz Hansen, Gubi, &Tradition, Golran1898, Moroso, Baxter, Fogia, and Kettal.

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Bankside Hotel
Bankside Hotel | London

Bankside Hotel

Bankside Hotel, Autograph Collection | London, United Kingdom Where Art, Design, and the South Bank Meet Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A design-led hotel that reflects the creative spirit of London's South Bank through commissioned art, craftsmanship, and contemporary British design. ● Bespoke interiors filled with handcrafted ceramics, natural materials, and furniture created by…

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nhow Amsterdam RAI
nhow Amsterdam RAI

nhow Amsterdam RAI

nhow Amsterdam RAI | The Netherlands Where Architecture Becomes a Global Conversation Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● An iconic landmark designed by OMA, where Rem Koolhaas transformed Amsterdam's skyline with a bold architectural statement. ● Vibrant interiors that celebrate cultures from around the world, reflecting Amsterdam's centuries-old identity as an international crossroads. ● One…

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The Barcelona EDITION
The Barcelona EDITION

The Barcelona EDITION

design review The Barcelona EDITION hotel

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nhow Marseille
nhow Marseille

nhow Marseille

nhow Marseille | France Cliffside Modernism Where Contemporary Art Meets the Mediterranean Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A landmark 1970s seaside hotel has been reinvented through bold contemporary design by Teresa Sapey, Claire Fatosme, and Christian Lefèvre. ● Dramatic cliffside terraces, panoramic sea views, and an exceptional wellness area create a rare combination of…

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Paradiso Ibiza Art Hotel
Paradiso Ibiza Art Hotel

Paradiso Ibiza Art Hotel

On a mission to transform and expand Illa Blanca’s cultural offerings, Paradiso Ibiza Art Hotel—set in an over-the-top ode to Miami‘s idiosyncrasies and Ettore Sottsass’s avant garde Memphis Style—is curating a programme seeking to make art more accessible for locals and visitors alike.

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25hours Hotel The Circle

25hours Hotel The Circle

design review 25hours Hotel The Circle, Cologne

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NH Collection Ibiza
NH Collection Ibiza

NH Collection Ibiza

NH Collection Ibiza | Ibiza Town, Spain Yacht-inspired design and grown-up glamour between Ibiza’s marina and Dalt Vila Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Baranowitz + Kronenberg translate Ibiza’s maritime identity into 38 beautifully restrained rooms, combining stripped timber, polished stainless steel, crisp fabrics, and abundant Mediterranean light. ● Its former life as Sir Joan…

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Stamba Hotel
Stamba Hotel | Tbilisi

Stamba Hotel

design review Stamba Hotel, Tbilisi, Georgia

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JO&JOE Largo do Boticário
JO&JOE Largo do Boticário | Rio de Janeiro

JO&JOE Largo do Boticário

The 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.

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