The Boutique Hotel Club has recently unveiled its selection of the most exquisite luxury boutique hotels in 2023. Spanning from Queenstown to California, these elite choices, curated by a distinguished panel of travel experts, showcase the ultimate destinations for discerning travelers.
The crème de la crème of boutique hotels worldwide includes:
- World’s Finest Boutique Hotel
- San Ysidro Ranch, Santa Barbara, California
- “Welcomed with regal grace and ushered into the hacienda adorned with vibrant fuchsia bougainvillea, one steps into utopia.”
- World’s Best Beach Hotel
- Velaa Private Island, Maldives
- “An exclusive private island enveloped by azure seas and offering curated experiences that transcend mere luxury.”
- World’s Best Chic Hotel
- Hotel TwentySeven, Amsterdam, Netherlands
- “Ascending the stairs reveals a lavish tapestry of carefully chosen furnishings, ensuring every corner exudes texture and delightful detail.”
- World’s Best City Hotel
- Casa Polanco, Polanco, Mexico
- “A design hotel blending the allure of your wealthy uncle’s uber-cool private residence into one captivating experience.”
- World’s Best Classic Hotel
- Akademie Street Boutique Hotel, Franschhoek, South Africa
- “Akademie Street epitomizes the ideal boutique hotel experience—style, charm, service, food, facilities, and location.”
- World’s Best Design Hotel
- Hotel Motto Vienna, Vienna, Austria
- “Immerse yourself in the whimsical riot and glamour of the 1920s in Austria’s capital.”
- World’s Best Eco Hotel
- Cielo Lodge, Golfito, Costa Rica
- “A magical nature-first hideaway nestled in the treetop canopy of the Golfito rainforest.”
- World’s Best Family Hotel
- ASTER Natur & Idylle im Zillertal, Tyrol, Austria
- “Whether captivated by breathtaking views, fresh mountain air, or the old farmhouse’s exquisite charm, Aster is truly something special.”
- World’s Best Fine Dining Hotel
- Velaa Private Island, Maldives
- “An exclusive private island surrounded by an azure sea and curated experiences that redefine luxury.”
- World’s Best Honeymoon Hotel
- San Ysidro Ranch, Santa Barbara, California
- World’s Best New Hotel
- Casa Silencio, Oaxaca, Mexico
- “A seductively dark aesthetic sets the stage for the exaltation of mezcal—an enchanting new spot for erudite spirit enthusiasts with a taste for adventure.”
- World’s Best Romantic Hotel
- The Carlin Hotel, Queenstown, New Zealand
- “Each evening, a dedicated butler prepares a bathtub adorned with a dreamy arrangement of flowers, setting the stage for a night of relaxation.”
- World’s Best Spa Hotel
- Green Spa Resort Stanglwirt, Going am Wilden Kaiser, Austria
- “Formerly a small dairy and cattle farm, Stanglwirt achieves the delicate balance between luxury and authenticity.”
- World’s Best Hotel with a View
- Athina Luxury Suites, Santorini, Greece
- “In Santorini, renowned for its flawless sunset views, Athina Suites provides guests with an envy-inducing front-row seat.”
- World’s Best Nature Hotel
- The Crocodile Hunter Lodge, Queensland, New Zealand
- “Welcomed by the lively sounds of the bush and Kookaburra calls, breathing in the pure fresh air, one truly enters a state of relaxation.”
