Best Hotels & Lodges

Belmont Hotel Manila is a 4-star hotel within the renowned entertainment city of Newport City in Pasay City. It is a preferred hotel for business & leisure travelers who desire ease, safety, and consistency in service. Life’s simple comforts are possible at Belmont Hotel Manila. Business and leisure facilities are at your disposal to ensure you have everything you need within reach. Try local food at the restaurants, unwind at the rooftop and more.

Ngorongoro: home to Maasai cattle-herders, luscious green landscapes and the Big Five – now the big eight, thanks to the addition of three sci-fi geodesic domes. No, we haven't gone mad. The Highlands' domed structures are just part of this futuristic and oh-so creative camp on the slopes of Olmoti Volcano. Located far from other Ngorongoro camps, it promises exclusivity and unique experiences such as hikes to nearby Empakai and beading classes with local Maasai ladies. Looking for wildlife? Africa's Eden – the Ngorongoro Crater – is just a short drive away, perfect for game sightings and picnic lunches.

Perched dramatically on the edge of the world's largest intact volcanic caldera, Melia brings a good helping of luxury to Tanzania's most iconic natural wonder. This is where you'll wake to views that most visitors only glimpse from crowded viewpoints – the sweeping 600-metre-deep crater stretching endlessly below your window. With 52 rooms and suites decorated with Maasai-inspired touches, two excellent restaurants serving everything from wood-fired pizzas to gourmet African fusion, and an infinity pool that seems to spill into the caldera itself, this is a safari done exceptionally well. And honestly, you might struggle to tear yourself away from that terrace.

Sitting within an acacia woodland on the Ngorongoro Crater's north-eastern rim, this Tanzanian-owned beauty offers 15 tented suites with views that'll have you glued to your private deck. But here's the real kicker: you're just a four-minute drive from the Lemala gate, meaning you'll be among the first vehicles descending to the crater floor each morning. Combine that privileged access with gas fireplaces for chilly highland evenings, crater-floor picnic lunches, and a commitment to eco-conscious design, and you've got yourself a rather impressive base for exploring one of Africa's Seven Natural Wonders.

Hotel Villa Gabrisa is a privileged base for exploring the beauty, history and culture of the Amalfi Coast. Once an ancient villa, the hotel is located in a trendy neighbourhood in the heart of Positano and features thirteen elegant, comfortable rooms (including three suites), a world-class restaurant and panoramic views.

Right at the heart of dreamy, pastel-coloured Positano is Le Sirenuse, a Pompeii-red palazzo that the Sersale family opened to guests back in 1951. What started as a summer abode has become one of Italy's finest and most recognised hotels, though it still feels wonderfully like someone's home, albeit one filled with Neapolitan antiques, contemporary art and the family's own fragrance line. With a Michelin-starred restaurant lit by four hundred candles and complimentary boat trips along the coast, this really is la dolce vita done properly.

Slap in the middle of downtown Kyoto, a four-minute wander from the stalls of Nishiki Market, Matsui Bekkan Hanakanzashi does the modern ryokan rather well. Thirty tatami rooms spread across five storeys, each with futon bedding and its own private bath, though it's the communal one that steals the show: well water hauled up from 100 metres underground, fizzing into jet and bubble tubs said to leave skin silky (this isn't a mineral onsen, whatever some booking sites claim, but it's a proper soak all the same). Dinner arrives in your room, kaiseki or a Kyoto-style sukiyaki, alongside a much-praised Japanese breakfast of yudofu and grilled fish.

The Blossom Kyoto offers you rooms, which incorporate a "Japanese" design throughout, and are composed of 10 types that correspond to your travel style. Spend a peaceful time in the bustling city that makes you forget about time.

Kyoto is a city that transforms beautifully with each season. Traces of the past still linger throughout this place. As you pass through the narrow passage reminiscent of a traditional machiya townhouse, you’ll be welcomed by soothing sounds and gentle aromas that fill the air. This is your peaceful home in Kyoto.

UNAI is more than a hotel; it is a refuge in the heart of the desert, a place where the landscape sets the rhythm and everything invites you to slow down. Here, luxury is not excess. It is the silence that surrounds you, the sun on your skin, the star-filled sky stretching endlessly above, the vastness that awakens something ancient—almost wild—that still lives within us. It is the freedom to be yourself, to move without haste, to reconnect with that untamed and genuine part that the desert naturally reveals. Welcome to UNAI. Welcome to experiencing the desert at your own pace.

Ol Tukai Lodge is one of the larger safari establishments in Kenya’s Amboseli National Park, with 80 luxurious African-style rooms and a vast central area set within manicured lawns. The rooms are protected from the ever-present herds of elephant and other passing wildlife by an unobtrusive boundary fence for peace of mind. This is an Eco-rated lodge, with excellent modern facilities offering a choice of family-friendly accommodation and romantic seclusion, with the special three-bedroom, sole-use Kibo Villa for the ultimate private experience. There are plenty of activities available at the lodge, and guided game drives are offered in the surrounding national park, which always promise to be epic.

At Estancia La Tomasa, the experience is shaped by the daily life of a working estancia. Guests are invited to understand the rhythms of a traditional Argentine cattle farm. The guest house at Estancia La Tomasa is set within the original casco, built in 1893, where the character of the past remains present in every detail. The kitchen reflects the essence of the Argentine Pampas, shaped by tradition and seasonality. Subtle British influences are present in the recipes, within a setting that carries the family’s history.

Recoleta Grand is your gateway to the best of Buenos Aires—where timeless charm meets modern spirit. Located in the heart of the Recoleta neighborhood, this Recoleta hotel Buenos Aires invites guests to explore a city rich in culture, history, and vibrant energy. Whether you're searching for Recoleta Buenos Aires hotels or simply the finest hotels in Recoleta Buenos Aires, Recoleta Grand offers a refined, welcoming atmosphere that’s both unique and memorable.

Wander through historic landmarks, savor local cuisine, or enjoy a restful retreat. Recoleta Grand isn’t just a place to stay—it’s a place to feel the soul of Buenos Aires.

Legado Mítico Buenos Aires is a one-of-a-kind bolthole with a unique theme: everything about the hotel honours emblematic characters of Argentinian politics, literature, music or art. Exquisitely decorated and boasting amazing hospitality, a stay here feels like a first-hand immersion into the country’s history and culture - and that's without even stepping outside the front door! But step outside you must, for it will be straight into the heart of trendy Palermo Soho, a bohemian and uber-trendy neighbourhood of Buenos Aires where restaurants and bars, cafes and galleries spring from every corner and there's always something new to see.

Fairmont Hanoi, perfectly situated within Hanoi's historic Old Quarter, is a luxury property with 241 well-appointed rooms and suites. Eight dining and bar venues are located within, making it an ideal choice for any traveler looking to explore Hanoi or make it a truly relaxing and indulgent vacation. After a day of sightseeing, head to the wellness floor and experience a luxurious spa and bathhouse, an inviting sanctuary in the heart of Hanoi. End the day with a calming dip in the rooftop pool.

Just steps from Hoan Kiem Lake, iconic landmarks and vibrant cafes, Fairmont Hanoi offers an unforgettable and serene experience amidst the colonial charm and cultural heartbeat of Hanoi. Immerse in Vietnamese tradition and make memories that last a lifetime.

Edinburgh's west end has two grand old railway hotels glaring at each other across Princes Street, and this rose-sandstone giant, now The Caledonian, was built to outdo its rival. Opened in 1903 for the Caledonian Railway (its trains once supplied the steam that heated guests' bathwater), it has since hosted everyone from Nelson Mandela to a Hollywood cowboy who marched his horse up the grand staircase in matching Stetsons. These days, "The Caley" trades a little more elegantly, reworked with a station-clock cocktail bar, a vinyl listening room, and more sleek, castle-view rooms than anywhere else in the city.

There's something deliciously rebellious about Muddy Teak in Hwange National Park... In fact, this exclusive-use camp throws out the safari rulebook entirely! Fancy dropping your fork mid-dinner to chase lions? Go right ahead. With just four tents bookable only as a complete takeover, you'll have your own guide, vehicle and the freedom to follow wildlife whenever you like. The waterhole that gives the camp its name acts as your own personal wildlife arena, drawing enormous elephant herds, sable and the odd lion pride throughout the day. Operating from May through to November, this is the kind of safari life that is unscripted and deeply, deeply authentic.

Tucked away on a ridgeline in Hwange’s remote Sinamatella region, Camp Chitubu is the kind of place you find when you’re truly searching for wilderness. Overlooking a natural spring and open salt pan, the camp sits at the heart of prime big-game territory and offers access to the walking safaris that Zimbabwe is renowned for — slow, immersive journeys where every track and birdsong tells a story. It’s intimate, unfussy and wonderfully wild; mornings drift in with the dawn chorus, and evenings end under star-splashed skies with lions calling from somewhere out in the dark.

Albida - Victoria Falls is a boutique lodge of quiet authority. Intentionally intimate and beautifully considered, where architecture, nature and hospitality exist in balance. Only 13 villas are offered for guests which means the deck, the dining room and the bar are never crowded - they are simply yours, shared with just a handful of guests. Spacious, serene, and private, each villa is a retreat within the retreat - a place to land between the wonders of Victoria Falls.

Albida is all-inclusive by design. Butler service, a full programme of guided activities, every meal, every drink, every laundered shirt. Nothing to arrange. Nothing to pay for twice. A day at Albida unfolds at its own pace. Choose from thoughtfully guided experiences or simply relax in the privacy of your villa – the day is yours to shape.

Camp Sossus is an exciting, semi-permanent tented camp offering an exotic desert retreat for avid campers. It promises a unique Namibian experience, and the chance to enjoy the Greater Sossusvlei-Namib area through the exclusive Neuhof Nature Reserve. The eight tents sit in a naturally formed amphitheatre in a granite outcrop in the heart of the region, perfectly sheltered from the desert winds, and nearly invisible in the beautiful landscape. Activities-wise, look forward to multi-day walks, nights sleeping beneath the stars, hot air balloon flights and helicopter or fixed wing scenic flights.

At the foot of Arenal Volcano, your day begins with Costa Rican coffee on your terrace and ends floating in thermal mineral waters that spring from the mountain. In between, there's a volcanic mud spa, an adventure park, and local cuisine to discover—all within the resort itself, so you don't have to go anywhere else. You're surrounded by 45 hectares of regenerated forest, home to toucans, sloths, peccaries, and red-eyed tree frogs. At Montaña de Fuego, your All Inclusive stay brings together wellness, culture, adventure and relaxation in one place — without having to go out looking for anything else.