Best Hotels & Lodges

The Zaltana Riverboat is a luxury vessel designed for private Amazon cruises and themed expeditions. It combines comfort, sustainability, culture, and deep immersion in nature. Families, groups of friends, and adventurous travelers will find an intimate and safe way to connect with the rainforest. Zaltana offers a unique river journey into the heart of the Brazilian Amazon. Each spacious suite features panoramic views, refined design, and tranquility. Carefully curated excursions reveal astounding biodiversity, vibrant culture, and rich Amazonian gastronomy.

Named after an indigenous word for “high mountain,” Zaltana is more than a riverboat. It symbolizes elevated experiences and new perspectives. Each voyage represents not only a physical journey but also a deeper exploration of culture, sustainability, and self-discovery. As an eco-conscious boutique hotel on water, Zaltana was designed to minimize impact while maximizing comfort. Hybrid energy, waste reduction, and a commitment to eliminating single-use plastics ensure that every journey respects fragile ecosystems.

Onboard, guests enjoy personalized service and world-class hospitality. A dedicated team of hosts, guides, and staff curates every detail. Daily life flows between adventure and relaxation. Mornings may begin with guided wildlife outings led by biologists. Guests often spot pink dolphins, toucans, macaws, or playful monkeys. Afternoons invite canoeing through blackwater creeks, walks in remote villages, or hammock time on deck. Evenings shift into reflection and connection. Travelers stargaze from the solarium, enjoy fine wines at dinner, or take part in cultural talks and workshops.

Tucked into the pristine forests of Ba Be National Park – a genuinely off-the-beaten-track corner of northern Vietnam – this charming jungle retreat sits on the shores of a remarkable lake. Ba Be happens to be the country's largest natural freshwater lake and the world's only freshwater karst lake, ringed by towering limestone peaks and home to the Tay, Dao and Hmong ethnic communities. What started life as Mr Linh's Homestay has evolved into a collection of traditional stilt houses, built with wood and woven palm-leaf roofs in true Tay style. Days are spent kayaking across emerald waters, drifting through bat-filled caves, and trekking to remote villages – returning each evening to home-cooked feasts around a crackling campfire.

Heritage is a Newari-style boutique hotel influenced by the rich art and architecture of the ancient city of Bhaktapur. The hotel is a tasteful reproduction of Nepali architecture, a mélange of architectural heritage of Malla and Rana Era which captures the emotions and sentiments of the rich Newari heritage of Bhaktapur.

Bhadgaon Hotel in its own name preserves the historic value as the city of Bhaktapur was previously called Bhadgaon hundreds of years ago. The name evolved but the aspiration towards the guests and heritage has remained constant. Hotel Bhadgaon promotes the local style of residence and mimics the cultural values in its own building. The decors and designs all in their own way, shape and form are part of the tradition of Bhadgaon.

The most basic option in the park, with simple thatched-hut bungalows with hot water. The lodge offers camping and tree climbing in the canopy to see red-ruffed lemurs. In the Tampolo region of the park, south of Ambanizana.

Tivoli Maiorana Belém Pará Hotel combines the timeless charm of Tivoli with a coveted location. Only a block from the waterfront with inspiring views of Guajará Bay, and 10 minutes from the city’s historic centre, guests can enjoy sophisticated accommodations and facilities, and a dedication to service honed over nearly a century.

Munnar. A retreat for the British back in the day and a sanctuary for the urban weary in the present. And now, home to CGH Earth Lockhart Bungalow.

Set amidst 1,500 acres of tea gardens, Lockhart Bungalow is your passport to a bygone era and perfect weather. Let the mist-kissed hills, soothing climate, and endless tea plantations rejuvenate your spirit.

Set in tropical gardens dotted with trees, Sirai Beach is a private family home overlooking the Indian Ocean from a cliff top in Kilifi. Designed to capture the gentle breeze as it rolls in from the ocean, its interiors and styling are infused with the flavours of the Kenyan coast. The main house is arranged around a beautiful open veranda which boasts a sweeping view of the infinity pool and the sparkling ocean beyond, framed by ancient baobab trees. Private and secluded, Sirai Beach is a beachside paradise, the perfect place for lazy days, poolside parties and happy memories. It was built to complement Sirai House in the Borana Conservancy in the Laikipia region of Kenya, creating an unbeatable private beach-bush combination, the same exceptional standards of contemporary design, style, comfort and superb gastronomy characterising both houses. Having found a peaceful, elevated ocean plot, the house has been designed in contemporary Swahili coastal style. Building commenced in 2016 and Sirai Beach was completed in 2018.