Best Hotels & Lodges

Nestled at the southernmost point of Japan’s Okinawa region, ANA InterContinental Ishigaki Resort is a haven of natural beauty. Boasting endless horizons of azure water, the luxury resort offers direct access to Maesato Beach, while indoor and outdoor pools mean you can swim all year round. The restaurants serve delicious Japanese and global dishes, and the spacious Maesato Ballroom is ideal for conferences and banquets.

Wonderful exclusivity in the wilderness

Modern life has deemed it normal to always rush from one place to the next. At Royal Malewane Lodge, you'll learn the opposite. It's not only the luxuries, plush interiors and personal service that remind one of a bygone era, but also the pace of life. Its location in the Greater Kruger National Park makes this a truly remarkable place to see wildlife, and the highly qualified guides will take you out in search of the Big 5, cheetah and wild dog. This exclusive lodge is a meeting of modern facilities and old-fashioned hospitality.

Tucked into the unfenced wilderness of Manyeleti, one of Greater Kruger's best-kept secrets, Khoka Moya lives up to its Shangaan name – 'Capture the Spirit'. And capture it you will. This is a camp that wears its heart on its sleeve: corrugated iron structures nodding to gold-rush pioneers, canvas tents open to the night sounds, and elephants wandering through to drink from the pool (yes, really). What sets it apart? The fact that children of any age can join game drives – a genuine rarity in this neck of the woods. With Big Five sightings pretty much guaranteed and a laid-back, sociable atmosphere, it's the sort of place where first-timers and seasoned safari-goers alike feel immediately at home.

Sitting on a small baobab-studded ridge near the Luvuvhu River, the private Baobab Hill Bush House is the stuff wild dreams are made of. It's surrounded by the 24,000-hectare Makuleke Concession, arguably home to more animal and plant species than anywhere else in Kruger. And with five different vegetation types: acacia veld, mopane woodland, sandveld, flood plain, riverine forests, all intersected with meandering rivers, there's certainly plenty to see. The house, once the ranger's quarters, has been renovated to become a stylish and comfortable property that's ideal for private family getaways incorporating equal measures of leisure and adventure.

Kapama River lodge is tucked away in the Kapama Private Reserve in the Greater Kruger National Park. A large scale, high-end affair, beautifully positioned for picturesque views across the seasonal waters of the Kapama River, it's a well-oiled machine, with the air of a city hotel yet all the benefits of its untouched wilderness setting. Enjoy relaxing at the spa, indulging in the wine cellar, or exploring the untamed surrounds either by open-top Land Cruiser or on foot. With a local guide and lady luck on your side, encountering numerous species and the Big Five is a real possibility, no matter what time of year you visit.

Forming part of the Waterberg massif in Limpopo province, the UNESCO Waterberg Biosphere Reserve is home to reserves and settlements which work together to create an ecosystem that supports both wilderness and humans. One of the largest reserves in the biosphere is Welgevonden ("well found"), a 38,000-hectare swathe of malaria-free wilderness that supports the Big Five and a plethora of other creatures. On its eastern edge is Nungubane Game Lodge, one of the best of the dozen or so lodges in the reserve. Head here for good accommodation, rugged scenery, and great wildlife sightings – at a competitive price.

Set just metres from the sea, five-star Morukuru Ocean House is the perfect getaway retreat for a family wanting its own private slice of the wildly beautiful De Hoop Nature Reserve. The reserve itself is one of the Western Cape's most beloved wilderness areas, and the villa – well, it's five-star fabulous, with sleek accommodation (it sleeps 12), amazing views, outstanding service and top-class meals prepared by your private chef. There's plenty to do – take a guided, insightful marine walk, explore the dunes and rock pools and, between July and November, watch the whales and their calves.

Chituca Mountain Lodge is a rustic yet cozy lodge located on the Bolivian Altiplano, southwest of the Uyuni Salt Flats. Nestled in a remote Andean village, it offers stunning highland views and an authentic cultural experience. The lodge features simple yet comfortable accommodations, warm hospitality, and an intimate atmosphere, making it ideal for travelers exploring Uyuni’s breathtaking landscapes.

Tintswalo Atlantic is tucked away by the ocean at the foot of a winding private driveway below the famous Chapman’s Peak. Sheltered in a pebbled cove in Table Mountain National Park, Tintswalo looks out across Hout Bay, just a few minutes’ drive from this lively harbour town, yet feels remote and secluded. This boutique hotel is an opulent tribute to its stunning natural surroundings, skilfully crafted from timber and glass to make the most of its spectacular coastal setting. Ten suites, plus a vast hillside double suite, offer lavish accommodation in a beautiful spot within easy reach of Cape Town and its endless attractions.

The Wayo Serengeti Green Camp North is a seasonal camp which follows the main wildebeest events. This camp is located in the northern section of the Serengeti where herds follow the rain showers, leaving behind the drying volcanic plains in the south. The wildebeest track through the corridor where our camp resides to reach the Mara River where they cross back and forth between the months of July and October. These Mara River regions are densely populated by tourists and camps so we prefer to be tucked quietly away from others to enjoy solitude. The river is still accessible for our guests on their daily game drives. The Wayo Serengeti Green Camp features beautifully designed tents sewn by local teams located on the boundary of Arusha National Park. With a picture-window of mesh at the front of the tent, you can lie on your bed and enjoy breathtaking 180 degree panoramic views. Encased in a beautiful stretch canvas overhead, tents sensitively blend into the landscape whilst also providing shade and privacy. The ensuite bathroom is enclosed and covered with bucket showers and low-flush toilets. The camp prioritises adventure, authentic safari experiences, and ecotourism. You will love the personalised service and prime access to some of the world's best game viewing.

Amid the emerald grasslands of the exclusive-use Greater Mwiba Protected Wildlife Area, an unparalleled sense of scale is revealed in the plains that stretch to a distant horizon. This is the heart of the Great Migration's ancient calving grounds, and exclusive access to the protected area means witnessing it without the crowds. Mwiba Plains sits at the center of it all — an explorer-style camp, warm and characterful, with rich colors and textiles, and canvas walls that open onto one of Africa's great spectacles.

Welcome to Luwela Camp, an authentic safari sanctuary nestled in the secluded slopes of Makoma Hill in the heart of Tanzania’s Central Serengeti. As the sister property to the renowned Lake Duluti Lodge, the camp blends warm hospitality with an immersive wilderness experience.

It's prime location is the epicenter of a vibrant ecosystem, celebrated for its incredible density of resident wildlife. Unlike other regions that rely on seasons, the Makoma Hill area offers phenomenal, year-round game viewing, ensuring that every day is an opportunity to witness the Serengeti's untamed drama, from the legendary Big Five to the more than 500 species of birds that grace the skies.

Escape to the heart of Africa’s most iconic wilderness with a luxury retreat in the Serengeti. Surrounded by endless golden plains and the rhythm of the Great Migration, this exclusive experience blends refined comfort with raw natural beauty. Expect stylish tented suites with sweeping views, gourmet cuisine under the stars, and twice-daily game drives led by expert guides. Whether watching a pride of lions at sunrise or savoring a sundowner overlooking the savanna, every moment is designed to immerse you in the magic of the Serengeti — with elegance, privacy, and personalized service throughout.

Hippo Trails Camp provides accommodation under canvas in large classic style tents with on demand hot water and flush toilets. The tents, elevated on wood platforms, are fashionably decorated with comfortable furnishings including a king size or twin beds, a writing desk, luggage racks and a sitting area with chairs and coffee table.

The location, quite near Retima Hippo pool, is a perfect launching point for wildlife viewing to most of the hotspots in northern and central Serengeti. Leave camp after breakfast with a picnic lunch and spend the day exploring, or get an early start and leave with breakfast, returning to camp for lunch and an afternoon siesta.

The only Green Globe-certified hotel in Rome, the 47 Boutique Hotel is a refined oasis of elegance and sustainability in the heart of the capital. Its central location, facing the Piazza della Bocca della Verità and within walking distance of the Circus Maximus and the Colosseum, makes it easy to explore the wonders of Rome such as the Theatre of Marcellus, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia and the lively Trastevere district. 61 rooms and five themed floors, modern and exclusive, represent the perfect combination of comfort and style, for a stay that celebrates Rome’s history, the art of photography, the myths of the 1960s, the creativity of fashion and the genius of Italian design.

Among the services available, the 47 Boutique Hotel offers a wellness area with gym and Turkish bath, dedicated area with breakfast buffet, two meeting rooms – cinema room and billiard room – a cozy bistro on the ground floor and the panoramic restaurant on the sixth floor, for a gourmet experience with a view of Rome.

Rome has no shortage of fancy hotels, but few feel as alive as this one. Occupying three connected palazzi on Via Sistina, literally at the top of the Spanish Steps, the building spent centuries hosting European nobles on their Grand Tours before becoming a hotel in the 1920s. In 2019, Rocco Forte gave it a head-to-toe transformation that's bold, colourful and full of wit, without ever losing touch with its magical 18th-century bones. Celebrity chef Fulvio Pierangelini runs the kitchens, the rooftop draws Romans and visitors alike, and the location is within a few minutes' stroll of pretty much everything. It's polished, buzzy and thoroughly Roman.

In Rome’s historic heart, Corinthia Rome opens the doors of a grand palazzo on Piazza del Parlamento. Long associated as a stronghold of the Bank of Italy, the landmark is reborn as a noble Roman residence where majestic architecture meets the intimate spirit of boutique hospitality. Carlo Cracco’s dining sets the social rhythm, leafy courtyards evoke Rome’s tradition of lively, open-hearted hospitality and beneath the palazzo, a subterranean spa brings restoration and renewal. This is Rome at its most intimate and expressive - a place to stay, to linger and to belong.

With a lobby on the 25th floor of the Shiodome Media Tower, the Park Hotel couldn't be better situated for getting under the skin of Tokyo. Right by a subway station - and only 5 minutes from the Hamamatsucho monorail station - it’s easy to enjoy the full scope of Japan's capital, from the mind-boggling lights of Shinjuku to the serenity of the Hamarikyu Gardens (they're just a 10-minute stroll away). Back at the hotel, prepare to be awed by the incredible artwork: not only does the hotel rotate the art installations in the lobby almost every month, there is an entire floor that has been completely transformed by the work of a Japanese artist.