Winter Destinations
1. Lanesborough Hotel
Hyde Park Corner, London $$$$
The Lanesborough is a 5-star luxury hotel located in Knightsbridge, London where guests are assured their every needs are well served. Awarded AA Hotel of the Year at the AA Hotel and Hospitality Services Awards 2023, on the doorstep of Hyde Park, just a short walk from Harrods, Harvey Nichols and London’s most exclusive shopping district; Sloane Street and Knightsbridge, this grand luxury mansion has undergone an inspired renovation by the famed interior designer Alberto Pinto.
2. St Martins Lane
Covent Garden, London $$$
Designer Philippe Starck conceived St Martins Lane London as a surrealist wonderland viewed through the looking glass of classic British eccentric taste. Cheeky and daring with a touch decadent, the lobby and social spaces are signature Starck style. It’s fitting that the hotel is situated in the bustling theatre district in Covent Garden - it is pure drama. Just ask the garden gnomes; this is classic London with a seriously seductive twist.
3. Cotswolds House Hotel and Spa
Chipping Campden, United Kingdom $$$
Nestled in the heart of Chipping Campden, the award-winning Cotswold House Hotel & Spa is a charming, Grade II listed Regency townhouse, complete with a tranquil spa, relaxed bistro, and the beautiful Fig Restaurant, a versatile space available for afternoon tea, dinner or private events.
5. Rustic Inn and Creekside Resort
Jackson, Wyoming $$
Experience all the rugged beauty and wild adventure of Jackson, Wyoming while enjoying the comfort of luxurious resort accommodations. The Rustic Inn Creekside Resort and Spa offers the amenities, the rustically refined environs, and a knowledgeable concierge team to ensure your experience around the Teton and Yellowstone National Parks is everything you’ve dreamed of.
6. Hotel Goldener Hirsch
Salzburg, Austria $$$
The Hotel Goldener Hirsch, A Luxury Boutique Hotel in Salzburg, epitomizes exceptional hospitality and celebrated tradition. Dating back to 1407, it embodies an enduring symbiosis between original country house and luxury boutique hotel, woven into the very fabric of Salzburg life. Located just steps away from Mozart’s birthplace, in the heart of the city’s evocative old town, Hotel Goldener Hirsch inhabits Salzburg’s fairy tale setting with natural grace.
8. Romantik Hotel
Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany $$
For 500 years, the small customs house from 1264 has been a hostel for people passing through. The hotel has not lost the charm of the time, also thanks to the attentive Berger host family. They have been running the romantic hotel with dedication and tradition for four generations. And like their ancestors, they are also committed to preserving the ancient structure of the building and the values associated with it. Modern amenities and individually designed rooms make your stay a real experience that you will definitely want to repeat.
9. Hotel Monteleone
New Orleans $$$
Known as the grand dame of Royal Street, Hotel Monteleone is one of the last great family owned and operated hotels in New Orleans. Since 1886, five generations of Monteleones have dedicated themselves to making their hotel what it was, and still is — a sparkling jewel in the heart of the French Quarter.
10. St. Francisville Inn
St Francisville, LA $$
For over forty years, the St. Francisville Inn has been a cornerstone of the Felicianas, offering lodging, dining, and a place to gather for local residents. On April 1, 2019, The Inn re-opened after an extensive renovation which breathed new life into the Victorian landmark. Additions included the addition of The Saint Restaurant & Bar (led by executive chef Michael Dardenne), an additional guest room, upgraded infrastructure, all new landscaping, and additional guest services, including room service. Today, The St. Francisville Inn is once again the most popular boutique hotel and meeting place in the Felicianas, offering true 5-star lodging and dining. Come enjoy poolside service, beautiful porches with rocking chairs, delicious meals, and craft cocktails nightly in The Saint.