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The 90 bedrooms and 15 River Lofts are designed with comfort rather than ceremony in mind, with generous proportions, bespoke furniture and warm, understated interiors that blur the line between hotel and private residence. Natural materials, handcrafted details and considered British design give the spaces a quietly sophisticated feel, while the River Lofts offer more expansive apartment-style living for longer stays or entertaining. The standout River Penthouse takes the concept further, with panoramic Thames views and generous spaces designed for gathering.

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St. Clement is designed as a place to spend time, not simply somewhere to sleep. Café Clement is an all-day neighbourhood café and bar with a south-facing terrace and garden seating, while Bobbi’s Bar provides a more intimate setting for late-night drinks and live music. Later in 2026, Lunette, a new restaurant from Florence Knight, will add another dining destination overlooking the river. The Health Club brings together a 25-metre pool, spa, sauna, steam room, hammam, fitness facilities and recovery spaces, making wellness as much a part of the stay as exploring the city.

But it is the philosophy behind St. Clement that sets it apart. Formality has been deliberately stripped away in favour of intuitive service, thoughtful details and the kind of easy hospitality that makes a hotel feel genuinely comfortable. Add one of the Thames’ most striking central London views and a location within the creative energy of 180 Quarter, and St. Clement feels like a fresh take on the London hotel – sophisticated without being stuffy, design-led without being self-conscious, and distinctly of-the-moment.

The Residence

Each of the six apartments is generously sized, ranging from 170 to 210 square metres, with the three-bedroom duplex adding a 55-square-metre private terrace. Interiors have been reimagined by French design duo Gilles & Boissier, pairing original Renaissance architecture with contemporary refinement, curated art and a deliberately understated palette. Some apartments retain original frescoes, while the top-floor duplex opens towards views of the Arno and city.

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The experience is distinctly residential, but with the service of a luxury hotel. A 24-hour concierge, maître de maison, twice-daily housekeeping and breakfast served in the apartment are included, while private chefs, personal trainers, yoga teachers, massages and other bespoke services can be arranged. Guests also have access to a library, playroom with billiards, fitness room and shaded patio, while the rooftop terrace is made for sunset aperitivo overlooking Santo Spirito and Palazzo Pitti.

The location is part of the appeal. Set in Santo Spirito, one of Florence’s most characterful neighbourhoods, the palazzo is surrounded by artisan workshops, independent boutiques, restaurants and the lively Piazza Santo Spirito. The historic centre and Pitti Palace are around five minutes away on foot, with Ponte Vecchio and the Uffizi less than ten minutes away – making La Réserve Firenze an ideal choice for experiencing Florence like a local, with the privacy and space of your own pied-à-terre.

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With just 32 rooms and suites, Borgo Pignano Florence feels intimate and residential. Rooms are located within the main villa and private annexes, with interiors pairing stone, linen, wood, Venetian fabrics and marble bathrooms with original architectural character. Many open onto views of the sculpted gardens or Florentine hills. For a more private stay, Villa La Sosta offers five en-suite bedrooms, shaded terraces and its own private entrance, with the full service of the hotel.

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The gardens are central to the experience, with shaded paths, outdoor terraces and a 30-metre heated swimming pool – the largest hotel pool in Florence. Wellness comes in the form of a spa with massage rooms, sauna and hammam, alongside a gym and yoga room. Dining follows the same understated approach, with restaurants and bars spread between elegant interiors and open-air terraces, designed around the seasons and the surrounding gardens. Beyond the property, Borgo Pignano is well placed for discovering another side of Florence, from artisan workshops and quieter piazzas to the city’s renowned cultural treasures.

For those who want Florence without being entirely immersed in its energy, Borgo Pignano Florence offers the best of both worlds: a refined, garden-filled retreat with the city’s art, architecture and culture just beyond its gates.

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Maison Bauchart comprises eight suites and two exceptional lofts, with options ranging from intimate one-bedroom retreats to privatising an entire floor for a three-bedroom retreat designed for families and groups of friends. Interiors balance the character of the historic building – think high ceilings, period details and elegant materials – with modern comforts and fully equipped kitchens. The two lofts occupy the former stables of the private residence, opening onto a beautifully planted patio. Each stay also includes a 24-hour concierge and butler service, offering everything from unpacking to organising fresh bouquets.

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The experience is centred around privacy and personalised service. Guests can make use of their own kitchen, with the option of having a private chef prepare a meal in the residence or ordering from room service, while the hotel’s concierge can arrange tailored experiences throughout Paris. The wellness facilities provide a quiet retreat after a day in the city, with treatment rooms, a hammam, sauna and plunge pool, alongside a fitness space. There is also a bar and beautifully landscaped patio for moments spent closer to home.

Located on Rue Quentin Bauchart, between Avenue George V and Avenue Montaigne, Maison Bauchart puts Paris’s Golden Triangle at your feet – from haute couture and fine dining to the Champs-Élysées, Place de la Concorde and the Seine. But its real appeal lies in the contrast: step through the discreet entrance and the energy of the city gives way to an intimate, residential world that feels entirely your own.

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The Newman’s rooms and suites are designed to feel more like elegant London bedrooms than conventional hotel accommodation, combining warm materials, natural textures and contemporary detailing with a distinctly British sense of style. The interiors are understated rather than showy, creating calm spaces to retreat to after a day in the city, while the larger suites offer a more residential feel for longer stays or those wanting extra space.

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The experience is deliberately intimate, with dining, drinks and wellbeing woven into the rhythm of the hotel rather than treated as separate facilities. Guests can settle into the restaurant and bar for relaxed meals and cocktails, while the wellness offering provides a quieter counterpoint to the energy of central London. The real luxury, however, is the location: step outside and Fitzrovia’s independent cafés, galleries and restaurants are on the doorstep, with Soho, Oxford Street, Regent Street and the West End all within easy reach.

For travellers who know London well – or want to experience it beyond the obvious five-star addresses – The Newman offers a more understated way to stay in the capital. Think thoughtful design, a neighbourhood atmosphere and the feeling of having a stylish London base rather than simply checking into a hotel.

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Rather than a single traditional hotel building, Iniala Valletta unfolds across a collection of historic spaces, each with its own character. Rooms, suites and private residences range from intimate harbour-facing rooms to expansive residences with private terraces and plunge pools. Original limestone, vaulted ceilings and Maltese architectural details are paired with sculptural contemporary design, curated art and richly considered materials, with interiors created by a roster of international designers including Autoban and A-Cero. The result is eclectic without feeling overdone, and distinctly connected to Valletta.

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Gastronomy is a major part of the experience, led by ION Harbour by Simon Rogan, the property’s two-Michelin-starred restaurant perched above the Grand Harbour. For something more intimate, ION at Sea takes the experience onto the water aboard a Riva 44 yacht, while the Ark Lounge offers a more relaxed setting for cocktails, coffee and afternoon drinks. The hotel also has the subterranean Essensi Spa and a state-of-the-art gym, with personalised treatments and wellbeing experiences woven into the stay.

Beyond the hotel, Iniala’s position makes exploring Valletta effortless. Step outside and you are immediately amongst the city’s honey-coloured limestone streets, historic churches, independent boutiques and lively cafés, while the Grand Harbour provides an ever-changing backdrop. For travellers who want Malta’s history and culture, but with an unapologetically contemporary edge, Iniala Valletta offers the city at its most immersive – part private residence, part design hotel and part gastronomic destination.

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No two rooms at Casa Bonavita are alike. Spread across the Main House and Dower House, each has its own character, combining original 18th-century features with hand-selected furnishings, artwork and distinctive decorative details. Rooms range from 24-square-metre Standard rooms to spacious Suites, while the standout Folly Suite occupies its own historic oval-shaped building within a private gated garden, complete with its own swimming pool.

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The house revolves around its gardens and dining spaces, with a restaurant set within an exquisitely frescoed room and opening onto a flagstone courtyard beneath orange trees. Mediterranean cooking takes a contemporary approach, with seasonal, locally sourced ingredients and a strong emphasis on simplicity and freshness. There is also a spa with sauna, cold plunge and treatments, alongside two swimming pools and quiet garden spaces designed for lingering.

Much of Casa Bonavita’s charm lies in its sense of discovery – a tucked-away courtyard here, a frescoed room there, or an unexpected piece of art around the next corner. With its intimate scale, highly individual interiors and residential atmosphere, Casa Bonavita feels less like somewhere you check into and more like being invited into an exceptionally stylish Maltese home. It is a particularly compelling choice for travellers looking beyond the island’s larger resorts and seeking somewhere with genuine character, creativity and a strong sense of place.

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Spread across seven floors, La Fondation’s 58 rooms and suites are designed as calm, light-filled retreats, with warm materials, clean lines and considered details. Rooms range from intimate 21-square-metre Superior Rooms to the 60-square-metre Esprit Libre Suite, while the 54-square-metre Sacré Cœur Suite offers panoramic views of the basilica. Selected suites feature private balconies overlooking the Paris rooftops, with connecting options also available for families and groups.

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La Fondation is as much a place to spend time as it is a base for exploring Paris. At its heart is a 25-metre indoor semi-Olympic pool, alongside a spa with sauna, hammam and personalised treatments, plus a state-of-the-art fitness club with Technogym equipment, climbing wall, group classes and recovery spaces. Dining spans La Base, a lively neighbourhood brasserie on rue Legendre, and Les Ailes, a more intimate restaurant serving modern French cuisine, while the rooftop offers panoramic views across Paris – particularly atmospheric at sunset.

The location is part of the appeal. Batignolles has a distinctly local feel, with independent cafés, restaurants and boutiques creating a more relaxed rhythm than the tourist-heavy centre. From here, guests can explore the surrounding neighbourhoods before returning to La Fondation for a swim, treatment or rooftop aperitif. For travellers looking to experience a more creative, residential side of Paris, La Fondation offers a fresh take on the city – part hotel, part neighbourhood clubhouse and part wellness retreat.

Images courtesy of La Fondation | Romain Ricard

The Lodge

Designed as a deeply immersive base for exploring the wilderness, the lodge features just 10 rooms, each with views towards either the mountains or surrounding forest. Panoramic windows connect the interiors with the landscape, while three outdoor hot tubs provide a peaceful place to unwind beneath the Patagonian skies.

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Exploration is central to the experience, with expert-led activities taking guests beyond the well-known trails of Torres del Paine. Hikes through forests and across open valleys, horseback riding among guanacos, e-biking, kayaking and visits to remote lagoons offer different ways to discover the reserve and surrounding wilderness. The reserve itself is at the heart of Explora’s conservation work, with rewilding helping restore habitats for native wildlife including guanacos, pumas and condors. Guests can experience this recovering ecosystem alongside local gaucho traditions and the reserve’s lesser-known landscapes, making the lodge as much about conservation and discovery as adventure.

Opening in December 2026, Explora Torres del Paine Conservation Reserve offers a more intimate and off-the-beaten-path complement to Explora’s established lodge within the national park – bringing together remote wilderness, active conservation and deeply immersive exploration.

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Designed by Chilean architect José Cruz Ovalle, the lodge comprises just 20 rooms, with natural materials, organic forms and expansive windows designed to connect the interiors with the surrounding landscape. Outdoor hot tubs, massage rooms and inviting communal spaces provide a tranquil retreat after a day spent exploring the wilderness.

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Exploration is at the heart of the experience, with more than 30 guided activities included in every stay. Guests can hike across the Patagonian steppe, explore glacial landscapes, ride on horseback, venture out by overland vehicle or discover the region’s lakes and hidden valleys, with experiences tailored to different interests and fitness levels. The iconic Perito Moreno Glacier is also accessible from the lodge, offering another perspective on one of Patagonia’s most extraordinary natural landmarks. Back at the lodge, dining celebrates the flavours of Patagonia through local ingredients including lamb, trout, native herbs and seasonal produce. All stays include accommodation, meals and drinks, explorations, spa facilities, national park entrance fees and airport transfers, making the lodge a seamless base for experiencing the region.

With its remote setting, understated architecture and deeply immersive approach to exploration, Explora El Calafate offers a new way to experience the vastness of Argentine Patagonia – where the wilderness remains firmly at the centre of the stay.