Samokatus Hotels

The Amala Boutique Retreat is a serene wellness oasis nestled in the heart of lively Seminyak, famous for its exceptionally warm, personalized service and private pool villas. While offering a tranquil sanctuary with organic dining and top-tier spa treatments, guests should note that street noise can be heard in road-facing rooms. It is an ideal getaway for couples and honeymooners seeking a relaxing and intimate tropical escape.

An ultra-luxury riverside sanctuary in Bangkok designed by Bill Bensley, blending Art Deco elegance with a private museum of rare antiquities. With just 38 exceptionally spacious suites and pool villas, it offers unparalleled butler service and a private boat shuttle. It is a tranquil, historic haven far removed from the city's frantic pace.

Perched at an altitude of 1,300 meters in the High Atlas Mountains, Sir Richard Branson's Kasbah Tamadot is a magical luxury retreat combining Moroccan heritage with exceptional service. Guests can choose between uniquely decorated rooms and lavish Berber tents featuring private hot tubs. This peaceful sanctuary is ideal for relaxation, hiking, and soaking in spectacular valley views, located just an hour's drive from Marrakech.

Modern luxury hotel on Istanbul’s Marmara coastline offering spacious rooms, many with sea-view balconies, standout restaurants and a full spa with indoor and outdoor pools. Reviewers repeatedly praise attentive staff and excellent breakfast; a few warn about remote location and occasional housekeeping/lost-item issues. Best for guests seeking a quieter, seaside base with resort amenities rather than central sightseeing.

W Shanghai - The Bund is a stylish five-star hotel near the Bund known for attentive, personalized service and striking views toward Lujiazui. Guests repeatedly praise the breakfast, rooftop/room vistas and friendly staff — though some warn that not all "Bund view" rooms offer the dramatic panorama shown in photos.