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Aryana Boutique Hotel

Aryana is an exclusive Boutique Hotel situated in the UNESCO World Heritage City of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. The hotel consists of 8 carefully designed bedrooms. Anuradhapura is blessed with hot sunny weather for the most part of the year and is a desirable destination for those with a love for art, architecture, history and natural beauty. With plenty to discover and Sri Lankan awe to be consumed, Aryana Boutique provides an idyllic haven for relation and comfort after busy days in the sacred city.

The Notary’s House

Nestled amidst a coconut grove in expansive gardens, The Notary’s House is an exquisite boutique escape in the Sri Lankan countryside, within short reach of Colombo. The house was designed with the wide open spaces of nature in mind; with home comforts and personal service, it is a perfect balance of unique luxury and effortless relaxation. Each of the six bedrooms have stunning views of the surroundings, including the glassy lake, and guests are welcome to explore the beautiful gardens and plush flora. With a pool, lounge and high-class, traditional cuisine the only problem is you may never want to leave!

Hotel Cabañas del Lago

Cabaña del Lago Hotel is an ideal place to rest and a gateway to discover the beautiful City of Puerto Varas, Lake Llanquihue and all of the treasures and activities this area has to offer. Among such are its exuberating natural setting, exquisite cuisine and rich cultural heritage. Cabaña del Lago Hotel is a family owned business, founded in 1980, which hasn’t stopped growing since then. It has also naturally maintained traditional German customs that are part of the city’s unique cultural identity.
Among the top ranked Hotels in Puerto Varas, the Cabaña del Lago Hotel offers 157 guest rooms distributed within an architectural beauty that proudly stands on the hilltops of Puerto Varas, overlooking Lake Llanquihue. The panoramic view accessible from the hotel provides a unique relaxing experience, enriched by the beautiful sight of the volcanoes and natural surroundings.

Hotel AWA

Hotel AWA is located in Chilean Patagonia, only 20 minutes away from the city of Puerto Varas! It is the perfect place to explore Patagonia. This wonderful hotel is very spacious, featuring large floor to ceiling windows that offer stunning views of Llanquihue Lake and the Osorno Volcano. The rooms come also equipped with Wi-Fi access, a television, fireplace and a mini bar. Guests may enjoy delicious meals at the onsite restaurant as well as unwind with refreshing handcrafted drinks at the bar. The hotel also offers a spa that features two heated pools, a sauna, steam room, hydro massage pool and various of spa therapies.

The Cliff

An early morning at The Cliff, it’s 6.30 am and the sun is rising in Africa. As its golden light spreads across the lake, far below your clifftop hideaway, the water ripples and transforms, like a desert rose, into a shimmer of pink, as a flamboyance of flamingos begins a new day. Each tent is built on solid foundations at the edge of the cliff, and faces the lake, allowing guests 180 degree views of the panoramic paradise, yet maintaining privacy. Not wanting to waste the view, the tent is spacious and the freestanding bath looks outwards. While the exterior environment at The Cliff is pure Africa, the room interiors combine organic chic with international design to create the understated style of a modern boutique hotel.

Los Cauquenes

Los Cauquenes Resort and Spa is a magnificent getaway at the base of the Andes mountain range. Such a distinctive area merits an extraordinary resort. Perfectly balancing tranquillity and adventure, this resort provides every amenity for a truly outstanding break. Choose from a number of luxury rooms – perfect for families and couples alike – all with fantastic views of the Andes or the Beagle Channel and enjoy spending your days hiking around the stunning surroundings. Guests can use both the indoor and outdoor pool, enjoying spectacular views and scenery. With a full spa and wellness area, this luxury resort is a flawless way to experience Ushuaia and will leave guests with memories to last a lifetime.

Las Balsas

Located in Villa La Angostura, Argentina, Hosteria Las Balsas is surrounded by 20 hectares of native forest that is protected in the natural vastness of the Nahuel Huapi National Park. Rooms at the villa range from the standard lago room to the corner suite, each featuring a TV, heating, and private bathroom. Guests can enjoy dining at the onsite restaurant, which is known for its exclusive cuisine and warm hospitality.

Llao Llao

Situated in Bariloche, Llao Llao Resort, Golf & Spa features studios and suites with incredible views of the lakes, forests, and mountains, equipped with minibars, work desks, TVs and free Wi-Fi. Leisure and fitness options at the hotel include an indoor/outdoor pool, a spa, a golf course, a marina, a solarium, and a private beach.

Rubondo Island Camp

Rubondo Island Camp is the only lodge on Rubondo Island, offering guests an exclusive opportunity to stay within the largest island national park in Africa. Rubondo’s eight luxury chalets are positioned along the shores of Lake Victoria, where guests can admire the sweeping views of the tranquil water and lush surrounding forests from the moment they awaken, until the sun slips away at dusk. Rubondo Island is home to a crucial chimpanzee rehabilitation project which was launched in the 1960s. Guests are able to get involved in this unique project and learn about its history, as well as embark on treks into the vast forests and see the resident chimpanzees for themselves. Rubondo Island is largely covered in pristine greenery, with three-quarters of the island covered in forest. This provides an excellent habitat for the many exotic birds (including egrets, cormorants, pied kingfishers, grey parrots, and African darters) and butterflies who rest within the trees. Guests may also encounter wild elephants on land, or lounging hippos and crocodiles in the lake’s waters. This private and remote camp offers an incredible chance to encounter all kinds of creatures in a peaceful and unspoilt setting.

Kosi Forest Lodge

Kosi Forest Lodge is a peaceful and intimate safari lodge that rests in the shade of the towering trees that line the edge of the sand forest that overlooks the Kosi Bay section of iSimangaliso. Set within a World Heritage Park, Kosi Forest Lodge offers guests a comfortable and homely setting surrounded by beautiful scenery, a wide selection of beach and wilderness activities and incredible wildlife.

The wooden, canvas and thatch cabins blend into the natural landscape, creating minimal disruption to the natural setting and creatures. From the comfort of the poolside, guests can watch the hippos and flamingos fill the lake, as the sun sinks in a golden sky, casting a fiery glow on all that lies before it.