Where the stars are within reach

In the boutique hotel Verina Astra you have the feeling of becoming one with the Aegean Sea and its endless expanses. The hotel is located on a hill in Poulati, directly above the Panagia tis Poulatis Church, viewing the picturesque village of Kastro. Thanks to breathtaking panoramic views and enchanting nights on the island, the stars over Sifnos are within reach from the Verina “Astra” – which means “stars” in Greek.

Incredible views, breathtaking tranquility and exceptional privacy

The total of 16 rooms and suites are named after constellations and are set amid romantic gardens. The private terraces and infinity pool offer stunning views of the sea, which merges with the horizon to form a seemingly endless blue. The hotel’s design is minimalistic and understated in a Cycladic style. An exceptional and unique combination of traditional architecture and modern design elements that blend harmoniously with the natural environment. Organic materials such as natural stone, ceramics and flowing linen fabrics create a calm and cozy atmosphere.

Mediterranean with a twist

Seasonality and regionality are top priorities at Verina Astra. The Mediterranean cuisine relies primarily on fresh ingredients sourced from the surrounding Sifnos area and from their own organic cultivation. The cuisine combines the local culinary heritage and traditional dishes with today’s modern approaches. Sophisticated combinations of food from the sea and land make the stay on the Greek Cyclades Island unique.

Best Room – Norma & Indus

Relax and enjoy your private stay in one of the brand new pool suites. Isolated from the rest of the hotel complex, the suites Norma and Indus have private infinity pools with spacious indoor and outdoor areas, a large veranda with a pergola and an incredible sea view.

Surrounded by Nature

ZASH Country Boutique Hotel is a boutique hotel where guests rediscover a time where they live in another dimension, made of slow gestures, new visions and mysterious voices: zash, splash, cucù, crag, ciuf, druum, pluf – the instinctive and hidden sounds of nature. To be surrounded by the volcano stones and scents of orange blossom, then all is quiet. It is the pleasure of life.

Elegant, slow and silent

The aim of the design concept of the architect Antonio Iraci and Carla Maugeri was that elegant historical fragments meet the contemporary. The 17 rooms which include 8 suites, bring out the physicality of nature respecting the traces of the past. The majesty of Mount Etna and the transparency of the sea are the two strong contrasts that join together in the micro territories of this splendid side of Sicily.

This concept is carried through to the culinary experiences of the hotel. The Zash Restaurant is located where time has stopped: a special cozy intimate space. Where wine was fermenting in the old days, guests can experience the slow dimension of tastes, space and times. The Chef Giuseppe Raciti and his team mix creativity, tradition and territory to create the one star Michelin cuisine.

Inside the Nature at Zash there is the Zash’s nature: a retreat for contemporary wellbeing. Experience the outdoor pool with Etna view or the silent lemon garden. The pool is made of Etna lava stone, strong and powerful. Bare feet touch the water and feel the wood, while the warmth of intimate spaces meets the local aromas. At the Zash’s Spa area guests can immerse themselves in the nature with a yoga class at the orange garden or have a massage, nothing is left to chance.

In this intimate and private retreat, the combination of Mediterranean and volcanic influences will make the relaxing experience unique.

Best Room – Pool Villa Spa

The Pool Villa Spa express the concept of the Country Boutique Hotel at the fullest. The 40m2 suite is separated from the main building and offers absolute privacy with a terrace with private bath and an exclusive view of the Etna and the sea. The green design is amplified by the natural extension created by the glass walls and citrus grove around.

Red Palazzo in the “White City” of Ostunia

History paired with elegance and an eclectic antique design meets contemporary touches and global elements from Africa and India. The one of a kind hotel Paragon 700 convinces with jaw dropping interior design and exceptional service. The original Palazzo Rosso from 18th century, once the residence of the city’s mayor, are now the hallow halls of Paragon 700. Architect and Interior Designer, Pascale Lauber, tried to maintain the original details, such as the red stones, the high ceilings and frescoes. In combination with the unique selected décor and special attention to details in every corner, the Palazzo turned into a luxurious hotel.

Exclusive oasis

This quintessentially Puglian property has been restored to boast 11 individually curated rooms including 7 suites with a cosmopolitan soul. Standing in stark contrast to the whitewashed buildings of Ostuni, Paragon 700’s red brick façade cocoons a lush garden, a swimming pool and a rare green space in the heart of the city, offering a tranquil and exclusive oasis. Revel in relaxation in the 7 meters below ground spa at the Paragon 700, with a hydromassage basin, a steam bath , an emotional shower and a relaxing lounge clad in Himalayan salt walls to enhance an inclusive wellness experience.

Apulian gourmet cuisine

In the truest sense of the word, local products from local farmers, respect for the seasons as well as the variety of tastes have top priority in the Restaurant 700. You can taste that. Not without reason their Apulian gourmet style cuisine is included in the Michelin Guide. A typical Italian aperitif, a glass of local wine or a signature cocktail, created by Mixologist experts, can be enjoyed at the Lounge Bar 700. During summer and hot days in the city the Pool Bar provides instant leisure.

Best Room – Paragon Suite

One of a kind, the 55 sqm Paragon suite features 7m high cathedral ceilings, a sunken bathtub and a grand open fireplace in the bedroom. Two doors are leading to a large terrace with garden and pool view, with sun loungers for moments of relaxation. The sumptuous atmosphere and the outstanding interior design absolutely captivates you while you enjoy the absolute privacy and tranquility in your own palace room.

Nature meets luxury

Located amidst untouched nature – in Istria, Croatia’s largest peninsula and most developed tourist region – Meneghetti Wine Hotel & Winery offers luxury and unique privacy, sophistication and elegance in its architecture. Wooden beams and floors, modern and antique furniture that evoke the atmosphere of the past enhanced with modern amenities, create the perfect setting for an ideal vacation. Meneghetti is a true beauty made of century-old stone, evoking respect towards the tradition of its region.

Elegance to the last detail

Like any real paradise on Earth, this place is hard to find. Magic only happens off the beaten path. One of them leads to Meneghetti Wine Hotel & Winery. To find it, you need to explore the hidden paths, turn your journey into an adventure – it is worth every effort. That way, the journey becomes the destination. Once you reach it, you will find a perfect blend of luxury accommodation including villas and residences with private pools, rooms & suites, gastronomy including 2 restaurants, 1 recommended by the Michelin guide, and lush nature including 12 hectareas of vineyards and olive groves as well as a private beach area with a beach club.

A source of positive energy

The Energy Clinic Spa Center is a luxury oasis that heals the soul and the body and offers relaxing massages, nurturing body treatments and anti-stress sauna. For active relaxation you can visit the fitness area, indoor pool, and two outdoor pools with sundecks. In the summer season enjoy swimming in the Adriatic Sea on the beautiful Meneghetti beach with a beach bar located close to the estate.

The resort and property are designed to be different from what owners and guests have seen on their travels around the world. Meneghetti has worked closely with its designers and hardworking local craftsmen to create a design which is both modern and traditional at the same time, which is light in space and does not burden with its presence.

Best Room – Meneghetti villas

Wake up inspired to breathe in the various aromatic plants that live in the garden of superbly equipped Meneghetti villas. The villas offer three bedrooms, a living room over 225 m², as well as a terrace, garden, and a private pool, making them the perfect choice for a family vacation in complete privacy. The villas are built to respect the traditional architectural shape, design, and unique way of life in Istria.

An unexpected Hotel experience

Dexamenes Seaside Hotel is located on one of the most unspoilt coastlines of the Western Peloponnese, on Kourouta Beach. The former winery, located directly on the sea front, consists of wine tanks, which have been minimally restored to retain their original industrial appearance, and are laid out in two parallel rows of concrete blocks with an extension in steel frame construction.

The renowned Athens architecture firm k-studio was commissioned to redesign the former wine factory. From the outset it was clear that the strong history and raw beauty of the existing buildings should not only be preserved, but be showcased in a design that would breathe new life into their walls. The new design compliments their brutality with elegant interventions and transform their austere functionality into a place of calm, comfort and relaxation. A complimentary palette of concrete, steel, timber and engineered glass ensures that new construction elements tread lightly, leaving the existing buildings relatively untouched and retaining their strong presence.

34 industrial chic suites in converted former wine tanks dating back to the 1920s are available for design-loving guests to enjoy an exceptional stay from April to October. Many of them have a wide covered terrace overlooking the Ionian Sea. The patina of exposed interior concrete walls contrasts with engineered glass partitions and polished terrazzo floors while elements of timber add dashes of warmth in a nod to the area’s nautical history. Dexamenes is an architectural slice of Greek trading history on the mainland’s western Peloponnese coast.

In addition to its architectural roots, the luxury resort also focuses on regional culture and local experiences. Considering that the Peloponnese peninsula has more vineyards and grape varieties than any other region in Greece, it is not surprising that local specialities and viticulture play an essential role at Dexamenes Seaside Hotel. The kitchen prepares a variety of choices from breakfast to dinner that vary from degustation menus to hyperlocal meals with traditional references, putting in high priority the dietary preferences of each guest. In addition to the hotel’s open kitchen laboratory, where cooking courses and wine tastings are offered, guest can indulge in Greek cuisine at the taverna or enjoy a drink at the beachfront bar-lounge. The boutique “Bakaliko” with local products and delicacies also embodies the regional culture of Greece. You can find peace and relaxation in an ex wine Silo Tank converted into a contemporary sanctuary where therapies such as yoga, sound healing and massage treatments take place.

Best Room – Beachfront WineTank Suites

Stay in a former wine tank that is now almost monastic in its pared down design, letting you unwind to views of the sea. A comfortable 30sqm room of carefully organized and beautifully detailed space, designed to sit within the exposed concrete walls of the tank without inhibiting their unique texture and patina. Each room features a Cocomat double bed adjacent to a single bed that can also act as a sofa, an open wardrobe and storage area and a bathroom separated by a wall of textured glass that allows light from the window to reach the back of the tank. A huge double sink and separated WC bring a sense of luxurious comfort to the minimal, pared down interior.

Mindful Luxury in breathtaking surroundings

Maslina Resort is a modern, five-star resort on the Croatian island of Hvar. Situated near Stari Grad, one of the oldest towns on the eastern Adriatic, Maslina is also not far from the famous city of Split in Croatia. The Maslina Resort is located in the breathtaking bay of Maslinica, surrounded by olive groves and terraced vineyards. The resort stretches over 2 hectares in the middle of a pine forest, with a view of the crystalline Adriatic Sea.

With 50 rooms and suites and 3 villas, Maslina follows the ‘Mindful Luxury‘ philosophy and offers high-quality hospitality, wellness, family-friendly facilities and rooms, culinary arts, cultural heritage, and authentic experiences.

Best Room – Villas

The 3 villas are ideally located on the coast where you can enjoy endless sea views from all rooms. Spacious indoor and outdoor living areas, private heated infinity pools and lush gardens bring the Adriatic Sea to your doorstep.

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Where the heart is at home

The boutique hotel Locanda al Colle is in the Northern coastal part of Tuscany, on a sunny hill just outside of Camaiore. After an extensive renovation, the building, which was once a farmhouse, has blossomed into a sophisticated and modern hotel. There are a total of 12 stylistically confident and tasteful rooms on three floors. Elaborate details, selected individual pieces and vintage design classics give the nine double rooms and three suites their distinctive character. Due to the boutique hotel’s hillside location, situated between olive trees, lavender, rosemary and sage, visitors enjoy a breath-taking view of the Tuscan coast and landscape from the panorama terrace. Quiet and stylish places of retreat are the hotel’s own heated saltwater pool, surrounded by olives and fragrant herbal plants, as well as the private pavilion in the nearby beach club, just a ten-minute drive away from the hotel. When entering the Locanda al Colle, you can already sense a relaxed environment, which makes it a one-of-a-kind location for hospitality, harmony and warmth.

Best Room – Colle Suite

The generous Colle Suite represents pure privacy. In addition to the bedroom, with a canopy bed, living room and two separate baths, the private terrace invites you to linger. Here, you can enjoy the view of the one-of-a-kind Tuscan landscape, with a fresh sea breeze and the scent of red currants and juniper.

The heart of Tuscany

In the heart of the dreamy landscape of Tuscany, surrounded by vineyards in the province of Siena, you will find the boutique hotel Follonico in the little town of Montefollonico. The hosts, Suzanne and Fabio, have created a cosy hideaway from an ancient farmhouse, following a long, laborious but passionate renovation of the property. The sophisticated bed & breakfast’s four suites and two standard rooms are waiting to welcome guests. Modern elements combined with traditional Tuscan style create a homely atmosphere.

You can also enjoy pure privacy at the Follonico: Each of the suites has its own entrance as well as direct access to the generous gardens full of fragrant flowers, olive trees and vine. The hotel’s “slow”sophy prevails throughout the entire hideaway. Guests are invited to escape stress and surrender themselves completely to Tuscany with its seasons. This philosophy is also experienced by the fact that guests enjoy only the best products from the region for breakfast.

BEST ROOM – Blu Notte Suite Follonico

The Blu Notte Suite can be accessed via an elegant staircase, which leads from a panoramic loggia to the first floor of the former farmhouse. The approx. 48 sqm room is split into a bedroom and living area by a round arch. An open fire and private balcony with a view over the San Biagio church are perfect for romantic evenings. ^{_{IT052035B5FHO8BHPF}}

LUXURY INSPIRED BY NATURE

Located on Canyamel beach on Mallorca’s north coast, the 5-star boutique hotel Pleta de Mar, opened in Spring 2017. Surrounded by Mallorca’s nature and looking out onto the sea on top of the steep coast, the hotel and its elegant style blends into the landscape perfectly, offering a wonderful view of the Canyamel bay with direct access to the sea. The Pleta de Mar’s 30 suites offer pure elegance and luxury with their stylish interior and décor. All suites have their own terrace and some of them also a private jacuzzi. The relaxation area offers two infinity-pools, a sun terrace with ocean-view and selected massage and beauty treatments. Guests can also enjoy culinary delicacies with the best seasonal ingredients at the hotel restaurant “Asador de Mar”.

BEST ROOM – Grand Suite Pleta de mar

With elegant interiors and its own outdoor pool, the “Grand Suite” is a unique suite offering the best possible comfort and luxury. The “Grand Suite” has a private area measuring 90 sqm with two bedrooms, a large living area and much more.

Peaceful landscapes and subtil luxury

Spacious outdoors are waiting for you: take your most comfortable shoes and discover the fields and landscapes of the eco-certified estate Monaci delle Terre Nere. The dreamlike residence at the slopes of Mount Etna is devoted to the concept of Slow Living – back to the roots and a true quality of life paired with fine luxury are the country boutique hotel’s philosophy.

It took 8 years to finish the estate, however, the result was definitely worth every effort: original features have been preserved in the rooms and suites and traditional Sicilian architecture has been lovingly paired with contemporary art.

Monaci delle Terre Nere offers all in one place: an eco-sustainable resort with its own wine estate and organic farm. By the way, self-grown products can be enjoyed in the restaurant “Locanda Nerello“, which treats its guests with exclusive culinary sensations.

Best Room – Two Bedroom

Situated on a small hill with breath-taking views of the residence, vineyards and the Mediterranean, Two Bedroom Monaci delle Terre Nere with two bedrooms offers space for up to 8 people. Housed in its own renovated cottage a few steps away from the main estate, there also belongs a private garden that allows to veg out and enjoy some undisturbed moments “al fresco”.