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Some hotel bars feel like the heartbeat of the pla

Some hotel bars feel like the heartbeat of the places they’re in. They carry an energy that blends travellers and locals, pulling you in with good lighting and well-made cocktails One night it’s a quiet fire-lit corner, the next it’s skyline views over late conversations.

These are the best hotel bars to know right now, the ones shaping how nights unfold in the world’s most interesting cities. Which one would you plan your next trip around?

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Tucked inside a 19th-century palace in the heart o

Tucked inside a 19th-century palace in the heart of Sliema, AX Palazzo Capua is one of Malta’s most discreet luxury stays. Its five suites pair Baroque and Neo-Gothic details with sleek, calming interiors, creating a serene base steps from the city’s energy.

Guests have access to the indulgent spa, rooftop pool and fitness centre at neighbouring AX The Palace and AX The Victoria, while award-winning TemptAsian serves panoramic views with its cuisine.

Mornings start with quiet coffee on a private terrace, evenings drift into cocktails at Lounge 360. For travellers who value style, heritage and space, this is one of the best places to stay in Sliema. Would you choose a restored palace for your next city escape?

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Rome hits you fast. Streets packed with everything

Rome hits you fast. Streets packed with everything moving at once. Rooftop bars change the tempo. The noise falls away the second you step out above the city. Air feels lighter, space opens up, and the rhythm slows. It feels detached from the chaos below, like the city exists only for the view. It’s the most luxurious feeling the city gives.

If you could stop Rome for one night, which rooftop would you choose?

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A new wave of design-led bakeries is reshaping how

A new wave of design-led bakeries is reshaping how we travel. They blur the line between café culture and curated space, turning a quick pastry stop into something worth crossing a city for. The interiors feel like art galleries, the pastries like couture.

These spaces are drawing luxury travellers who treat bakeries as cultural landmarks. They offer more than flavour: they frame a city’s energy through aesthetics, craft and ritual. This is the kind of place that ends up all over your camera roll before you even take a bite.

If you plan trips around beautiful spaces, where will your next pastry pilgrimage be?

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We’re thrilled to kick-off the autumn season wit

We’re thrilled to kick-off the autumn season with an ELEGANT GIVEAWAY - celebrating @binghamriverhouse , one of our new member hotels!

The lucky winner will enjoy a complimentary winter night in this luxurious hotel, for two complete with breakfast and a 45 minute spa treatment.

Here’s how to enter for your chance to indulge in this unforgettable experience:

* Save, repost and share this post to your Instagram stories
* Follow both @elegant.hotel.collection and @binghamriverhouse on Instagram
* Tag someone you’d bring along in the comments - each tag is an additional entry!

📍 Who can enter: UK residents aged 18+ (Travel not included).
📅 Prize redemption: November 2025 - February 2026
(excluding Christmas - New Year)
💫 Deadline: Enter by 12 PM on October 12th, 2025.
🏆 The winner will be announced on October 17th 2025.

Don’t miss this chance to start the fall season in style - good luck! ✨

T&C

Booked with the hotel based on availability Non-Transferrable No cash alternative  May withdrawn at any time  Room type decided by the hotel

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Paris is at its best when art, fashion, and histor

Paris is at its best when art, fashion, and history meet, and right now the city is staging exhibitions that make your Paris Fashion Week trip irresistible. Each show feels like stepping into a world of visionaries, where craftsmanship and imagination reshape how we see style and culture.

What makes them remarkable is not just the beauty of the pieces but how they’re displayed, inviting you to slow down and take in the details. The settings themselves are part of the experience, from grand museums to intimate galleries, adding another layer of wonder. For anyone who travels for inspiration, these exhibitions belong on the calendar.

Isn’t it time to plan your next Paris escape around fashion?n

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Standing on the shore of the world’s most striki

Standing on the shore of the world’s most striking beaches is like stepping into a dream you didn’t know you had. These places are where nature experiments with colour, creating landscapes that feel almost unreal.

Travelling to see them is not just about ticking off a destination, it’s about immersing yourself in an experience few have witnessed. If you could choose just one of these extraordinary beaches to visit next, which would it be?

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Vietnam’s most compelling restaurants understand

Vietnam’s most compelling restaurants understand that dining is as much about place as it is about flavour. In Ho Chi Minh City, intimate counters and design-led spaces create a focus on the plate, where chefs blend local ingredients with a global precision. In Da Nang, the energy is more open, inviting you to linger over dry-aged steaks or seafood pulled from nearby waters.

These are restaurants worth travelling for, each one offering a sense of occasion that feels entirely natural. When you plan your next trip, which of these tables will you secure first?

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Traveling with pets is no longer a challenge but a

Traveling with pets is no longer a challenge but a luxury of its own.

From the elegant shores of Mykonos to the countryside estates of the UK, pet-friendly hotels are transforming the way we travel with our four-legged companions. These luxurious retreats not only welcome pets but pamper them with tailored amenities, spacious suites, and outdoor adventures.

For travellers seeking luxury pet-friendly hotels in Europe or the best vacation spots with dogs, these destinations offer the perfect blend of indulgence and inclusion.

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Floating between the serenity of still water and t

Floating between the serenity of still water and the allure of design-led luxury, these swimming pools transform a getaway into an immersive escape. Each location offers its own rhythm, from tranquil mornings with reflections dancing overhead to warm afternoons spent drifting between sun and shade. Here, time slows, conversations stretch, and every swim feels like part of a private ritual.

The best luxury hotels know a pool is more than a place to swim - it’s a stage for memory-making. Whether you seek the calm of a secluded courtyard, a chic indoor retreat, or a horizon that melts into the sea, these are destinations worth planning a trip around.

Which one would you dive into first?

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There is a clarity in waking up alone in a place t

There is a clarity in waking up alone in a place that gently asks, “What next?” Every choice matters because the only approval you seek is your own. That awareness, the sense that your trip is unfolding on your terms, is what it means to travel with main character energy.

Those places let you choose your own path. You might stop in a bookstore because the window caught your eye. You might stay by the water because the thought of moving on feels unnecessary. Your decisions are small, maybe unremarkable, but entirely yours.

Travel shaped by intuition is richer. It becomes a collection of moments that resonate because you allowed them to sink in. A table chosen for its light. A gesture from a local that felt like a quiet welcome. A path taken simply because it looked interesting. These are the scenes that linger.

#ElegantHotelCollection #luxurytravel #hotels #travel

Paresa Resort in Phuket delivers a rare kind of lu

Paresa Resort in Phuket delivers a rare kind of luxury where every element feels considered and in harmony with its surroundings. The ocean views aren’t just a backdrop, they’re part of the experience, visible from your villa, the infinity pool, and even the dining tables. Service is intuitive, the atmosphere is calm, and the design quietly amplifies the beauty of the Andaman Sea.

It’s a place where privacy meets style, and where days flow easily between indulgent dining, restorative spa time, and simply absorbing the view. For those looking for the best places to stay in Phuket, this is a destination worth travelling for.

Would you choose to arrive and never leave?

#ElegantHotelCollection #luxurytravel #hotels #Thailand

Using your birth month to pick a hotel isn’t sci

Using your birth month to pick a hotel isn’t science but it’s a surprisingly fun way to look at places that might not have been on the radar. There are patterns: people born in certain months tend to gravitate toward specific energies - slower mornings, louder nights, sharper aesthetics, or softer edges.
Hotels that align with how different people like to experience things. For travellers tired of the usual search results, it’s a fresh filter. The best places to go, based on something personal - not an algorithm.

Sometimes the time of year you were born is a better guide than a trending destination list.

#ElegantHotelCollection #LuxuryTravel #hotels #birthday

Mykonos has a way of making every drink feel like

Mykonos has a way of making every drink feel like the first sip of summer. From rooftop terraces where cocktails come with panoramic Aegean Sea views to beach clubs where the soundtrack is the sound of waves, this island knows how to set the scene.

If you’re planning where to drink in Mykonos, the best cocktail bars here are as much about the atmosphere as the mixology. Which of these would be your first stop?

#ElegantHotelCollection #luxurytravel #hotels #cocktails #bars

A spa trip can completely reset the way you feel a

A spa trip can completely reset the way you feel about travel. These luxury escapes are not just about treatments but about slipping into a slower rhythm where every moment feels indulgent. Imagine the stillness before a morning swim, the warmth of a private sauna, or the view from a hydrotherapy pool as evening light softens outside.

The best spa hotels in the UK and beyond are places where design, service, and atmosphere align to make you feel entirely looked after. Each has its own personality, yet all share a dedication to creating space for deep rest and renewal.

If you could step away for a few days, where would you choose to recharge first?

#ElegantHotelCollection #luxurytravel #hotels #spa

In Scotland’s Highland Perthshire, days can move

In Scotland’s Highland Perthshire, days can move as quickly or as slowly as you choose. From the edge of a tranquil loch, Fonab Castle offers a way to experience Pitlochry that is less about rushing between sights and more about letting the landscape, the culture, and the town’s rhythm shape your time.

With theatre, hiking trails, whisky tastings, and quiet moments all within easy reach, it is the kind of stay that makes you want to unpack once and see how the days arrange themselves.

#ElegantHotelCollection #luxurytravel #Scotland #Fonabcastle

Bali’s nightlife is a world within the island, w

Bali’s nightlife is a world within the island, where each venue delivers a distinct signature. Some nights begin with sunset over the ocean, music slowly building until the dance floor is full. Others start in intimate lounges where cocktails are crafted like fine art before the energy shifts toward a pulsing beat. The island’s top clubs draw international DJs, stylish travellers, and a crowd that understands how to pace a night until the early hours. From beachfront scenes to dramatic interiors, every space feels designed for immersion.

In a place where nights can stretch endlessly, which address will you claim for your most unforgettable party in Bali?

#ElegantHotelCollection #luxurytravel #beachclub #Bali #Indonesia

This summer, Europe’s most sought-after coastlin

This summer, Europe’s most sought-after coastlines are becoming curated playgrounds for fashion-minded travellers. In Portofino, Forte dei Marmi, Saint-Tropez, and Ibiza, heritage labels like Dolce & Gabbana and Loro Piana are shaping entire beach experiences, from bespoke design details to discreet, attentive service.

These destinations aren’t simply places to spend the day; they’re where taste, leisure, and setting align. If your travel plans value both style and atmosphere, securing a sun-lounger here feels as essential as booking the flight.

Which of these shores will frame your next perfect summer?

#ElegantHotelCollection #luxurytravel #beachclub #fashion

Mexico City is home to one of the strongest Michel

Mexico City is home to one of the strongest Michelin star restaurant lineups in the world, and it’s only getting better. These are the date night destinations where every detail is intentional, from the first glass poured to the final bite. The mood takes over the moment you walk in.

The range is exceptional, from intimate tasting menus to mezcalerías with precision-driven plates, led by chefs who balance innovation with tradition. You’ll move through neighbourhoods and styles, yet the level of excellence never wavers. One evening might begin with a quiet courtyard dinner under candlelight and end with a multi-course masterpiece where every dish feels like poetry.

If you value where your time and appetite go, start here. Which of these Michelin star date night spots is calling your name first?

#ElegantHotelCollection #luxurytravel #restaurants #MichelinStar #mexico

Some gardens aren’t just beautiful – they feel l

Some gardens aren’t just beautiful - they feel like destinations in themselves. The kind of places where every path pulls you toward a new perspective, where light moves differently, and silence feels like part of the design. Traveling to the world’s most remarkable gardens is a reminder that luxury isn’t always about marble lobbies or infinity pools - it can be a centuries-old oak, a hidden water feature, or a perfectly framed view that feels entirely yours. These are the gardens you plan a trip around, the ones that linger in memory as vividly as any city skyline.

Among the best places to go for travellers who collect experiences over things, the question is simple: which garden will claim your next perfect afternoon?

#ElegantHotelCollection #luxurytravel #hotels #UK

Evenings in Vienna unfold like a quiet invitation.

Evenings in Vienna unfold like a quiet invitation. Step beyond the museums and palaces, and the city rewards you with candlelit courtyards, golden rooftops, and wine bars that feel like well-kept secrets. Luxury here lies in the way the light hits the Danube at dusk, or how a glass of Grüner Veltliner tastes better after wandering through cobbled streets. This is the side of Vienna seasoned travellers come back for: a city that slows down just enough to let you savour it.

If you’re planning your next European escape and want the perfect mix of culture, style, and atmosphere, why not make Vienna your evening playground?

#ElegantHotelCollection #luxurytravel #Vienna #Austria #bars

Rockliffe Hall is one of those rare destinations w

Rockliffe Hall is one of those rare destinations where every moment feels like a quiet indulgence. Tucked into the County Durham countryside, it’s the kind of place where mornings begin with mist over the golf course and afternoons linger in a world-class spa that redefines relaxation. The suites strike that perfect balance of elegance and comfort, making it hard to leave - but the estate invites exploration, from serene woodland walks to fine dining that celebrates local ingredients with finesse.

It’s a retreat that feels designed for travellers who collect experiences, not just stays. If you’re curating your list of the UK’s best luxury escapes, Rockliffe Hall belongs near the top.

#ElegantHotelCollection #luxurytravel #hotels #UK

There’s a compelling calm to Matfen Hall that su

There’s a compelling calm to Matfen Hall that surprises even seasoned travellers. This Jacobean country mansion, recently restored with meticulous attention, feels alive in the quiet glow of its stained‑glass Great Hall, the warmth of its carved wood, and the expansive views across pristine parkland. Spa days here mean swimming beneath a glass roof, followed by treatments that leave skin and spirit glowing .

Dining unfolds across elegant restaurants - Emerald for tasting‑menu finesse, and The Cloisters mezzanine for informal evenings framed by soaring Gothic windows. Combine thoughtful wellness, history steeped in every stone, and views that stretch for miles, and you’ll see why Matfen Hall belongs on any list of best places to go in the UK.

Would you plan your next escape here?

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The smarter the celebration, the less likely it co

The smarter the celebration, the less likely it comes in a box. Birthdays, anniversaries, promotions – they don’t need wrapping, they need context. The best kind of luxury is the kind you can step into, live inside, and remember without scrolling back through your camera roll. That’s why more people are skipping the shopping spree and booking a trip instead.

A milestone should leave a mark. A scent of salt on your skin after a morning swim. A plate of something rich you never thought you’d order. The feeling that time has stretched because you chose to spend it well. You could spend the same amount on a handbag. But a luxury trip comes with a view, a soundtrack, a version of you that only shows up when everything else is dialled down.

Celebration travel works differently. You don’t plan it to impress anyone. You go because something in your life shifted, and you want to feel that shift in your surroundings.

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Rio rewards those who linger at the table. The cit

Rio rewards those who linger at the table. The city’s restaurants capture its rhythm in subtle ways - sunlight off the water, a Caipirinha mixed tableside, the quiet theatre of seafood arriving straight from the morning boats. Some evenings are all about precision tasting menus; others are a long lunch that stretches into golden hour, surrounded by locals who know they’ve claimed the best seats in town.

The only real challenge is deciding which table will make your night unforgettable - where would you book first?

#ElegantHotelCollection #luxurytravel #hotels #Brazil #RioDeJaneiro

Richmond feels like London’s secret escape, wher

Richmond feels like London’s secret escape, where the city exhales into riverside calm without losing its cosmopolitan edge. Wandering here is an indulgence - morning walks along the Thames, afternoons discovering tucked-away galleries, and evenings in elegant hotels where service feels effortless and views stretch into postcard-worthy sunsets. It’s the kind of place where luxury is in the details - a glass of wine overlooking the water, a quiet terrace surrounded by history, and the sense that time moves differently here.

For travellers seeking the best places to go in London for a refined, yet vibrant stay, Richmond delivers an experience that lingers long after you leave.
When was the last time a city made you slow down and savour every moment?

#ElegantHotelCollection #luxurytravel #hotels #London #Richmond

Using your birth month to pick a hotel isn’t sci

Using your birth month to pick a hotel isn’t science but it’s a surprisingly fun way to look at places that might not have been on the radar. There are patterns: people born in certain months tend to gravitate toward specific energies - slower mornings, louder nights, sharper aesthetics, or softer edges.
Hotels that align with how different people like to experience things. For travellers tired of the usual search results, it’s a fresh filter. The best places to go, based on something personal - not an algorithm.

Sometimes the time of year you were born is a better guide than a trending destination list.

#ElegantHotelCollection #LuxuryTravel #hotels #BIRTHDAY

Bingham Riverhouse feels like a place people retur

Bingham Riverhouse feels like a place people return to for a reason. It’s beautifully balanced - warm service, refined spaces, and a sense that everything flows at just the right pace. The setting along the river adds a quiet rhythm to your stay, and there’s a lovely simplicity to how well it all works. The spa is wonderful (especially the infrared saunas) and the food is delicious. It’s one of the best places to go in London when you want something that feels both personal and well put together.

If you’re planning a UK stay that feels calm, design-forward, and genuinely enjoyable - why not make this your next booking?

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We are delighted to welcome @binghamriverhouse | B

We are delighted to welcome @binghamriverhouse | B Corp to Elegant Hotel Collection.

Housed in two Georgian townhouses along the River Thames, Bingham Riverhouse offers a London experience so unique it needs to be a must-visit for anyone heading to the capital city, as well as a must-see on everyone’s wanderlust list.

Offering the rare feel of a countryside escape within London’s reach, this is a hotel where guests and locals share the same rhythm and spaces; meeting in the garden, the library or over wellness workshops. A dreamy spot for lunch, dinner or a long breakfast, Bingham Riverhouse is somewhere you will never want to leave. Thanks to a choice of 14 beautiful bedrooms, there’s every reason to stay.
you want to bookmark these.

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Staircases are having a moment – not just in archi

Staircases are having a moment - not just in architecture, but across social media. In design-forward hotels, stairs have become the shot. Clean lines, dramatic lighting, rich textures - they do more than connect floors, they frame your feed. These “selfie stairs” are part of a growing trend: beautifully made spaces people actually want to shoot.

Here’s where they begin - from Mykonos to Morocco, London to the Alps. If you’re into hotels that understand visual impact and subtle drama, you’re going to want to bookmark these.

Ready to see where the next most-photographed staircase is waiting?

#ElegantHotelCollection #luxurytravel #hotels #Stairs

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