Daydreaming of a luxury trip? Here are 14 of the world's most amazing hotels - including rainforest spas, crazy avant-garde design, mountaintop ex-monasteries and deluxe ocean villas.
Encuentro Guadalupe
Valle de Guadalupe - Mexico
Sleeps 4 per room
In central Valle de Guadalupe in Mexico, amidst an ecological reserve and Baja California wine country is the stunning resort of Encuentro Guadalupe. Each room is an independent pod and comes with huge vistas across the surrounding vineyards and valleys.
The Retreat Hotel at Blue Lagoon
Grindavik - Iceland
Sleeps 2 per room
Enjoy a five-star, luxurious stay at this amazing hotel in Iceland, complete with a subterranean spa, incredible restaurant and a spectacular private lagoon. Take a restorative dip in the mineral-rich waters, gently warmed by the centuries-old lava canyons below.
Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses
Kaikoura - New Zealand
Sleeps up to 5 per cabin
Hideout in the treetops with a stay at this stunning and sustainable luxury retreat located between New Zealand’s epic Kaikoura ranges and the Pacific Ocean. Cabins built from recycled materials perch on stilts and offer glorious views, while the restaurant serves exceptional locally caught seafood.
