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Chalets Chamarel

The Chalets Chamarel is the first hotel of its kind situated uniquely at the top of Natural Forest with unparalleled panoramic views of the West and East Coasts of Mauritius, from the Indian Ocean to  500 acres of forest stretching as far as the horizon. The 11 chalets are built spaciously apart for a perfectly intimate and private setting, immersed in nature. Each chalet has unique yet equally stunning panoramic views from sunset to sunrise. The location of the resort is ideal for those wanting to explore Mauritius’ raw beauty or experience its thrills and adventures. This tailor-made destination will allow you to discover Mauritius’ fauna and flora, the island’s natural phenomenons, plus Mauritian cuisine and tradition – all whilst creating unforgettable moments and memories.

Mandarin Oriental Tokyo

High above the city, Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo is a five-star luxury hotel with views to take your breath away. Conveniently located in Nihonbashi, this luxurious hotel in Tokyo enjoys a bird’s eye view of the breathtaking city skyline. Surrounded by chic boutiques, 157 spacious rooms and 21 stunning suites designed in a chic, contemporary style, acclaimed restaurants and one of the best spas in the city, Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo is a luxurious five-star original. Enjoy complimentary high-speed internet access throughout your stay. You can also choose a whole host of pampering extras to make your stay a truly personal one.

Fourseasons Hotel Kyoto

The Four Seasons Kyoto hotel opened in October 2016 and is set in an 800-year-old traditional garden in Japan’s historic imperial capital. They offer 5-star luxury accommodation with the style and vibe of today’s Japan, set in the scenic Higashiyama district of temples. The light-filled Hotel affords breathtaking views in every direction, including the Kiyomizudera Temple, its own five acre (two hectare) pond in gardens and the local, traditonal neighbourhood.

Hakone Kowakien Ten-Yu

Tucked away within the magnificent mountains of Hakone, Hakone Kowakien Ten-yu is an authentic sanctuary sheltered away from the bustling life of the inner city. The concept of the ryokan is to illustrate the harmony of authentic Japanese hospitality paired with the tranquillity of Japan’s natural landmarks. Witness the sun rising in the sky while bathing in the enormous open-air ‘onsen’, a hot spring providing an infinite view of the horizon. In addition, all rooms feature their own private open-air bath. Delight in the beautifully presented cuisine at the onsite restaurant to top off your heavenly experience in one of Japan’s unmissable regions.

andBeyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge

Visiting this lodge will take guests to the heart of the Namib Desert; a 31,419 acre expanse which is the world’s oldest living desert. The tranquillity and serenity offered by one of Africa’s most compelling landscape pairs beautifully with the privacy of this property. There are just 12 guest suites available, making it all the more exclusive for anyone staying here. Each guest suite offers amenities such as air conditioning and a glass-encased rain shower in the en-suite. Even when indoors, you’ll feel at one with the nature here, as each suite boasts a retractable skylight for stargazing at the awe-inspiring expanse of the Namibian night sky, right from the comfort of your own bed. Activities such as dune walks, quad biking and helicopter rides are just a few ways that visitors can explore the natural landscape, admiring it from above or down below. The guest area, where walls become windows that fold away completely, boasts uninterrupted views of the desert that surrounds the property.

Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge

Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge is Rwanda’s first ever community owned lodge. The 5-star lodge boasts a prime location, set on the edge of the Parc National des Volcanos in a lush green property of 11 hectares, enjoying breath-taking and dramatic views of the surrounding volcanoes. All guest cottages are discretely situated in the folds of the hills and amongst the verdant vegetation of the Sabyinyo property. Each beautifully appointed en-suite cottage, with its country-chic style and open log fires, is an ideal haven of warmth and luxury. The cottages host the perfect base from which to explore this unique and fascinating corner of Africa. The main lodge building is designed with guests in mind – with assorted seating areas in the main lounge, reception and an entertainment room providing intimate privacy, or the opportunity to meet other guests. The cuisine at the lodge is nothing short of delightful, both on the eyes and palate, matched with exceptional service and truly magical atmospheres.

Virunga Lodge

The incredible Virunga Lodge is a premier luxury gorilla lodge in Rwanda and one of the finest and most renowned lodges in all of Africa. Perched high on a ridge with stunning views of the Virunga Volcanoes, you can also absorb the Musanze valley to the west and Lake Bulera and Ruhondo to the east. These are the finest views in Africa, seen from rooms uniquely decorated in the Rwandese style. Fantastic food and exceptional personalised service by the carefully trained staff are the cherry on top of this beautiful lodge, where you are guaranteed to have a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Each of the ten luxurious bandas has a private terrace from which guests can watch the orange sunrise over the dramatic and varied landscape of mountains, volcanoes and lakes. Luxuriously appointed, the rooms are accented with vibrant Rwandese fabrics and stylish locally inspired furniture.

The Retreat by Heaven

Town & Country and The New York Times call The Retreat in Rwanda one of the top new hotels in the world in 2018.  The American owners of Heaven Restaurant created The Retreat, a 12-room luxury boutique hotel located on a tree-lined street steps from Kigali City Center and 20 minutes from the airport.  Due to great success in their first 2 years they are expanding! 8 new luxury pool villas and a new wine lounge are under construction and will be open by December 2020. The Retreat is Kigali’s first eco-friendly resort and features solar electricity, organic toiletries, locally-crafted furniture from a Tanzanian sustainable teak farm, outdoor showers, private terraces, a yoga and meditation room, spa, large heated saltwater swimming pool with jacuzzi and diving rocks, and an open-air fitness centre.  Fusion Restaurant and its Swahili-inspired bar, located at The Retreat, offer delicious farm-to-table international cuisine.

Bisate Lodge

Bisate Lodge hosts dramatic views of the Bisoke and Karisimbi volcano peaks rising through the forests of nearby Volcanoes National Park. Exploring around Bisate includes community visits, birding, golden monkey tracking, helping reforest the area, Gorilla Guardian Village, the Twin Lakes of Ruhondo and Burera, as well as Dian Fossey’s burial site. Guests will stay in one of six opulent en-suite Forest Villas, warmed by a central fireplace and offering breath-taking views from the deck. Both the architecture and interiors are rooted in Rwandan cultural traditions. The vision of Bisate is to be a model of sustainable ecotourism in Rwanda. Its reforestation and rehabilitation projects have each guest partnering with us and contributing to biodiversity conservation and local community upliftment, making a far-reaching positive impact on an iconic endangered species: the mountain gorilla. A stay at Bisate Lodge will have you in wonderment, promising one of the most thrilling safari destinations in Africa.

Little Kulala

Located in the Kulala Wilderness Reserve on the dry Auab riverbed, Little Kulala is both luxurious and private. Situated within the awe-inspiring serenity of the desert, this luxury camp is incredibly remote and offers guests experiences unique to the area and its dense terrain. Guests will be able to admire the 27,000 hectares that surround them when staying here, with views from their private suite and rooftop deck. Highly focused on wilderness conservation, activities at the property highlight the biodiversity of the area, bringing guests up close and personal to a vast array of flora, fauna and wilderness creatures that call this reserve their home. Game drives shows guests the beauty of the area as does the hiking and cycling on offer. This will allow guests to discover the magnificent dunes of Sossusvlei, undisturbed as far as the eye can see. Quad biking is perfect for those thrill-seeking adventurers and the property itself offers its visitors the chance to unwind on site should they wish to do so. The library and spa are all accessible and each suite’s rooftop deck allows guests to sleep outside and stargaze. A trip here in the Namibian Desert truly is a magical experience.

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