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.
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.
Escape to a private island home to pristine white sandy beaches. Denis Private Island is a coral islet consisting of just 375 acres, the island will help you to re-discover a forgotten mode of luxury and nature so beautiful that you’ll be immersed in moments. Experience the islands activities on offer, be it on land or in the sea, from rising early with the rangers for discovery nature tours, to kayaking across the crystal-clear waters and lagoons over tropical fish, turtles and colourful marine life. Denis Island provides responsible accommodation, striving for self-sustainability. Therefore, encourages you to embrace in a digital detox by saying ‘goodbye’ to your phones and ‘hello’ to island life, real food and real people whilst staying in one of our 25 free-standing cottages and villas for a once in lifetime paradise holiday.
The Seychelles Islands are known for their incomparable beauty, with pristine sandy beaches and mesmerising scenery being the norm for this gem of the Indian Ocean. Kempinski is a beachfront paradise, nestled in a secluded bay at the foothills of a magnificent mountain range. The resort offers a private haven for romantics at heart, as well as an activity-packed family getaway. The resort is ideally situated for day trips and excursions yet offers much in the way of exclusivity and privacy for those looking to get off the tourist track. With restaurants that serve diverse flavours and capture the cultural mix of the Seychelles, the cuisine has just as much to explore as the island. Here at Kempinski couples, families and friends are invited to holiday in a 5-Star resort, catering for everyone and guaranteed to leave you with memories that will be hard to beat.
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 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.
Renowned for its azure oceans, sandy white beaches, and lush emerald greenery – expect nothing but undisturbed views, charming creole hospitality and a new height of indulgence at this elegant 5-star boutique resort, situated in the picturesque northern tip of Mahe. At STORY Seychelles the emphasis is on utter tranquillity. Stretch out on a lounger with a chilled drink from the poolside bar or unwind in the low lit and luxurious surrounds of Sesel Spa. Adventure awaits in the underwater paradise of Beau Vallon Beach plus a wealth of activities and excursions will also be available to you on you stay. The resort offers the perfect paradise haven for couples, families, and friends – STORY even provides a club for kids dedicated to encouraging little ones explore and have fun. At the STORY Seychelles resort you’ll create memories that will last a lifetime.
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.
Home to breathtaking views of the Sabyinyo, Gahinga and Muhabura volcanoes and enclosed by high-altitude forests, Singita Kwitonda Lodge offers an experience unlike any of Singita’s other destinations. With exceptional natural beauty, eco-friendly luxury and transformative, purpose-driven experiences, the lodge was designed to complement this remarkable location, and the eight contemporary suites (as well as the private four-bedroom villa – Kataza House) are linked by volcanic rock pathways to the central lodge.
The interiors use local design and handcrafted details to adorn the carefully planned spaces. Layered textures and colours only enhance the quality of this tranquil haven and an experiential enclave leads to free-flowing indoor and outdoor areas. A convivial fire pit, interactive kitchen, bar-deli and wine cellar complete the picture in these magnificent rooms.
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.
