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The 2023 It List.
Peninsulas latest property is a four-building complex that soars high above the rushing waves of the Bosphorus.
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Or maybe youd prefer suites with direct access to the lush, manicured gardens or the pool.
It hasnt opened yet, but its already where all of Istanbul wants to be.
But then again, its not often that Manhattan gets a new-build hotel.
Ludovic Balay
The hotel opened in July 2022 after nearly four years of construction.
But when he created InterContinental Khao Yai, he let his imagination run wild.
Less flash and more natural finesse, the sand-and-stone buildings camouflage seamlessly into the natural environment.
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The 46 accommodations, spread across a limestone hill, range from cozy studios to expansive two-bedroom villas.
Some villas come with plunge pools if you want to soak in private.
But its in the common spaces where Rock House shines.
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The restaurant’s name?
Evelyn’s, of course.fourseasons.com; doubles from $524.
After nearly four years of construction, the new Tropical is a sort of reset.
The InterContinental Khao Yai Resort, a new Bill Bensley‒designed property in northern Thailand.Courtesy of InterContinental Khao Yai Resort
The 23 rooms and six suites are arranged around an exquisitely overgrown courtyard, fully replanted post-hurricane.
Eighty-six pink cottages dot the property, which also has four beaches, a rarity on the island.
The dockside bar is decorated with actual treasures found in surrounding shipwrecks by Bermudian diving legend Teddy Tucker.
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Cocktails include island favorites, like rum-forward swizzles anddark n stormies, along with new creations.
Theres also an open-air concept shop, Anthologist, curated with artisanal brass objets dart and Greek resort wear.
DesignerJordane Arrivetzwas tasked with giving the hotel the warmth and familiarity of a family holiday home.
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Brazilian artist Joao Incertis whimsical murals, found throughout the property, are another special touch.
That’s why the opening of the Waldorf Astoria Cancun in November was so widely anticipated.
All 173 rooms have private balconies with panoramic beach views and either a jacuzzi or a plunge pool.
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And this being Mexico, gastronomy is key.
I wasn’t straying from my balcony.
I ordered fish tacos from room service and spent the evening watching the sunset from my jacuzzi.
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The lights of Cancun’s busy Hotel Zone were twinkling on the horizon.
They seemed very far away.waldorf-astoria.com; doubles from $749.
As beautiful as the resorts physical spaces are, the real difference here is the heartfelt service.
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The marvelous malachite-hued pool is also a statement-maker.
Fish and seafood, fruit, bread, and even desert all tasted extraordinarily fresh and flavorful.
Step outside the property, however, and youll find yourself right in the thick of the city.
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But times have changed for both the iconic hotel brand and Music City.
With a spa and industrial-chic guest rooms, the hotel is a quiet retreat when it needs to be.
Its also one of the citys boldest buildings.
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Unobstructed views of capitals most noteworthy monuments, like the Jefferson Memorial.pendry.com; doubles from $438.
Beyond the facade lies a sun-dappled courtyard with a hanging garden of 5,000 tropical plants.
Some lost aspects of the beaux-arts structure have been recreated like the 60-foot rooftoptempiettoand the lobby ceiling.
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Others have been restored to their original glory, like the exterior clock.
It all combines to make for an updated, lively New York stay.nineorchard.com; doubles from $595.
Its a curated nod to the vibrancy of Berlins creativity, past and present.
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(Among this wealth of conversation starters is a memorable expletive scrawled above the bar.)
The staff is also meticulously attentive.
(Though I was soon lulled into a deeper peace by my Augustinus Bader facial.)
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The 31-room hotel and members club is housed in a handsome Portland stone building with vast windows.
Inside, its all velvet-clad banquettes, low lighting, dark lacquered walls, and sparkling flagstone floor.
The ground floor holds an all-day cafe (which transforms into an in-demand fine dining venue by night).
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The service is attentive but never intrusive, and the team delights in the details.
Theyll organize a private tasting of rare, small-batch mezcals in the sitting room.
They can arrange a tour of the renowned architectLuis Barragans Casa Pedregal.casapolanco.com; doubles from $657.
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This is the third Ned property to open since the brands London debut in 2017.
(The Ned Nomad also opened in New York in 2022.
There is also a mixed-gender gym, plus a spa and Moroccan hammam.thened.com; doubles from $265.
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Guests are also spoiled with five dining options from chef Jose Andres.
The service was outstanding across the board, as was the food.
He has since slowly transformed it into an elegant getaway enveloped by the Atlas Mountains.
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Theres also a small hammam and a Moroccan-Mediterranean restaurant that uses herbs and vegetables grown on site.
And there are bold, contemporary South African artworks to match.
It was far from the only magic Naviva would conjure during my visit to Punta Mita.
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(Also rejuvenating is a lengthy soak in the resorts three-tiered pool.)
An 1892 mansion contains 15 rooms, while seven black-timber cabins are tucked into the surrounding woods.
The Fox has just six rooms, along with the four-bedroom Coachmans House, which has its own kitchen.
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But the Oasyhotel is different.
The property consists of a group of wooden lodges on a hill above an old stone building.
The lodges are plain, clean, comfortable.
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There, guests enjoy complimentary tours of the cellars and multi-course lunches with views of the Andes.
Are those flamingo bedside tables a nod to Baltimore artist and filmmaker John Waters?
Do the floor mosaics and elevator paintings hint at Greek mythology?
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Is Ulysses a reference to the James Joyce novel?
South Beachs boutiques, bars, and beach scene are also just steps away.lifehousehotels.com; doubles from $257.
Situated on one of L.A.s most walkable streets, it stirs up old memories while making new ones.
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Outside, the striped saltwater pool was so tempting, we plunged in for a brisk January swim.
Oh so L.A.palisociety.com; doubles from $288.
Not a stick of Ikea furniture to be found except next door.hotelmarcel.com; doubles from $135.
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Thats partially due to the quality of the eating and drinking spaces.
The space has preserved the red vinyl booths and antique Cervantes-themed murals.
Suites open onto balconies by the iconic neon hotel sign, offering New York’s coolest new Instagram opportunity.
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The pool is not the only showpiece in the two-room suite, though.
Inside the two stitched-together town houses, almost everything you see has a personal connection.
The ground-floor public areas are made for hours-long lingering.
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A municipal office building for a former electrical company?
The American equivalent would be turning the DMV into a Four Seasons.
But never underestimate the Norwegian creative spirit and attention to detail, and architecture with good bones.
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The Sommerro manages to be both chic and marvelously weird.
In theory, it does not go.
Its folksy nay, educational.
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The restaurant continues the back-to-nature theme.
But Dubai, arguably, now has three.
The massive structures fit together like jenga, each with suites unfolding onto vast terraces with private infinity pools.
Mariah Tyler
But scratch that surface just a tad, and the hotels playful whimsy is revealed.
Throughout the 48 luscious rooms and suites, floweryIKSELwallpaper now mixes with classicPierre Freyfabrics.
There is also a separate building with four apartments, plus a villa that sleeps 12.
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But Passalacqua has done just that.
It more than ticked all the boxes when it came toluxury New York City hotels.
Meanwhile, windows everywhere never let you forget Luzerns raison detre.
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This is the time to splurge.mandarinoriental.com; doubles from $780.
Luckily, the resorts own amenities keep pace with these surroundings.
And oh, how they have succeeded.
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(Its even got celebrity cred actor Kate Beckinsale spent a recent Christmas holiday there.)
Exploring the verdant hills so famous to the area is a highlight especially on horseback.
Its all suites and villas hereand all that space comes with extraordinarily luxe touches.
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Even the 176 suites have spacious balconies and, in some cases, plunge pools.
The 18-hole golf course with holes modeled after some of Ellisons favorite courses around the world is the centerpiece.
Previously, the course was available only to decorated professional athletes and world dignitaries, including President Barack Obama.
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But if there were an exception, it would be the newly renovated Mii Amo.
And while lounging amidst the serene surroundings is encouraged, Lanserhof is best suited for the goal-oriented.
But the results combined with Lanserhofs expert techniques and protocols were amazing, quick, and highly effective.
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I left feeling full of energy and better than ever.
And I cant wait to come back.lanserhof.com; seven-day programs from$3,970.
What youre witnessing instead is a wellness retreat that takes its mission seriously.
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Time seems to slow down at this 45-room minimalist property on Japans southernmost island, Kyushu.
Last year, Auberge Resorts Collection opened Stanly Ranch, its third Napa Valley outpost.
), coffee shop Gavel, and aptly named grab-and-go lunch spot The Window.
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All just 90 minutes from NYC.aubergeresorts.com; doubles from $816.
And because its wine country, you know the food and drink will be exceptional.
Looks like the Jersey Shore is entering its chic era.thejamesbradleybeach.com; doubles from $201.
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Nicewonder has 28 guest rooms and nine luxe yurts, which have rainshowers and kitchenettes.
A cocktail list with drinks featuring duck fat and bacon also packs a punch.nicewonderfarm.com; doubles from $325.
The 62-key, Scandinavian-silhouetted inn finally opened in December.
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(There are also 16 handsome hillside cabins.)
Design elements include vivid wallpaper with botanical and trellis patterns, deep green carpeting, and scallop motifs.
Despite the boutique size, theres a lineup of resort-like amenities, including a fantastic outdoor pool.
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The restaurant, Good Ground Tavern, serves bright, Mediterranean-inspired cuisine.
Wood-fired Montauk bass, sausage, and jalapeno pizza and the lobster roll crostini are menu stars.
The hotels Rouge restaurant has a Michelin star and serves residents a sumptuous continental breakfast.
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