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Cavo Tagoo Santorini
The exclusive Cavo Tagoo Santorini, twin of Cavo Tagoo Mykonos is located within walking distance from Fira and just a few kilometers from Oia, the resort offers luxurious suites, spectacular sunsets over the sea and a personalized service exceptional. All Suites are modern and feature a hot tub or private pool on the terrace style, design details, 43-inch LCD satellite TV, patio or terrace with stunning panoramic view…
Meneghetti Wine Hotel & Winery
In search for unique places, sometimes you need to get off the main roads. However, let them lead you to Bale, Istria. Then slow down and follow the road that gets narrower with every mile, as nature draws closer. Slow down even more, and then make a turn into the white road. As the iron gates of the Meneghetti estate open up in front of you, stop for just one moment – and realize that the magic actually appears off the…
Casa Casuarina Miami
Casa Casuarina was built in 1930 by Alden Freeman. Alden Freeman’s father, Joel Freeman was Treasurer of The Standard Oil Trust (also known as Rockefeller’s Company) and left Alden a fabulous wealth when he passed away. That gave the young and wealthy Alden the opportunity to retire at the age of 27 from being an architect and travel all over the world. Alden was also a descendent of the Mayflower on his mother’s side…
Il Sereno Como
Il Sereno brings a new era of luxury to the banks of Italy’s iconic Lake Como. Awarded the title of “Most Anticipated New Luxury Hotel Opening in 2016” by Luxury Travel Advisor magazine, Il Sereno’s ethos of understated elegance presents a freshness to this well-established destination. Designed by Patricia Urquiola, Wallpaper* Magazine Designer of The Year 2015, the all-suite hotel promises modern style and an authentic…
Cocos Hotel Antigua
Perched on a lush green hillside, encircled by miles of heavenly blue sea and sandwiched between two gorgeous white sand beaches is COCOS Hotel, an all inclusive Antigua resort for couples and adults only. This rustic yet romantic and cozy boutique resort is located on the sunset side of the beautiful Caribbean Island of Antigua and comprises of a collection of 35 quaint wooden Cottages positioned on a pictoresque…
La Clef Champs-Élysées Paris
La Clef Champs-Élysées Paris, a 5-star hotel in the centre of Paris, offers you a unique stay in a typically Parisian atmosphere. The building was built in 1907 by the Hennessy family, during the enchanting interlude offered by the Paris of the “Belle Époque”. Reflecting this magical era, our luxury hotel in Paris embodies a certain French art de vivre. La Clef Champs-Élysées Paris enjoys an idyllic setting and immerses you in the…
Villa Belvedere Taormina
Hotel Villa Belvedere is a delightful and charming boutique hotel, located at just a few minutes from Taormina’s lively town centre and from the world-famous Greek-Roman Theatre, which are both reachable by walking through the inspiring and panoramic Duca di Cesarò Botanic Gardens. The hotel benefits of wonderful views over the sea, the bay of Naxos and Mount Etna. The hotel has always been…
Royal Mansour Marrakech
The Royal Mansour can be counted amongst the few establishments in the world that defy hotel excellence. Just a few steps away from the famous Jemaa El Fna square beats the heart of the Marrakesh Palace, offering travellers the unique concept of a medina within a medina.
Each area has been designed to intuitively take guests on a sensory journey. Take a step into the secret and sumptuous history of one of the…
Laucala Island Fiji
A private island refuge in the South Pacific, Laucala unites dramatic rainforest-laced landscapes and white sandy beaches with unparalleled levels of luxury and privacy. No expense has been spared at the exclusive tropical hideaway, where 25 Fijian-styled villas are set amid coconut plantations, beside deserted beaches and atop the island’s volcanic mountains, overlooking fertile coral reefs and endless jungle. Style and…
Relais Borgo Santo Pietro
Situated in the heart of Tuscany, Relais Borgo Santo Pietro was once a healing stopover for medieval pilgrims. Today it continues to provide a sanctuary for modern souls, merging a 5 star luxury hotel and spa concept with a ‘farm to plate’ philosophy on a 300-acre estate. A sumptuous feeling of home pervades the 800-year-old luxury farmhouse hotel, with its worn leather armchairs pulled up around open fires, fresh flower…
Il San Pietro Di Positano
The San Pietro di Positano is more than a hotel. It is a journey within a journey, where memories are created and never forgotten. A haven of peace, immersed in nature, this elegant home harmonises old-world traditions of hospitality with contemporary, understated luxury. Escape to this small slice of paradise suspended between the sea and sky. Carved into the cliff overlooking the mediterranean Sea, our rooms are a…
Bawah Reserve
A gorgeous tropical paradise surrounded by a blue ocean, Bawah Reserve sits in sheltered seclusion 160 nautical miles (300km) northeast of Singapore in the remote Anambas Archipelago, Indonesia. This pristine and previously uninhabited marine conservation area is surrounded by turquoise lagoons and coral reefs, which cater to outdoor adventurers looking to indulge as well as those looking to relax in paradise…
Boutique Hotel Die Alpbacherin
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Villa Principe Leopoldo Lugano
Live in a fairy tale, surrounded by prestige and nature. Imagine contemplating Lugano’s beauty in a princely residence. The former private home of German Emperor Wilhelm’s brother in law, the Villa is located on a picturesque promontory called the Collina d’Oro (Golden Hill), whose views and location are the best kept secret in town. If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to live in a legendary home, a stay…
Château de La Chèvre d’Or
Nature is everywhere at Château de la Chèvre d’Or. There are lots of different gardens filled with sculptures, fountains, waterfalls, flowers, herbs, trees and shrubs. The area is perfumed with the scents of jasmine, bougainvillea and roses. The magnificent colors create a framework that blends into the horizon and the sea…
Cliveden House
Cliveden House is a privately owned 5 Red Star award-winning hotel, and sister to the world-renowned Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa in Hampshire. Our story is one of over 350 years of powerful personalities, iconic parties and scandalous affairs. Built in 1666 by the 2nd Duke of Buckingham, as a gift to his mistress, Cliveden House has remained a pinnacle of…
Kudadoo Private Island
Kudadoo’s renowned eco-consciousness and sleek design extend to the Maldives island’s 15 over-water residences where your uninterrupted enjoyment of the private island charm and the splendid natural surrounds are the norm….
Juma Amazon Lodge
With its prime location in one of the most remote and preserved regions of the Amazon Rainforest, Juma Amazon Lodge is an intimate and inviting property harmoniously nestled into the forest environment which defines it. Juma Amazon Lodge features 19 intimate bungalows seamlessly nestled into the lush surroundings of the Amazon Rainforest. In order to accommodate the water levels of the wet season…
Aria Hotel Budapest
The Aria Hotel Budapest is a luxury boutique hotel with an exquisite design inspired by music. To compliment the musical concept, master designer Zoltan Varro’s vision was to simultaneously recreate the rich, lavish atmosphere of a historic Hungarian palace while also embracing visitors in the warmth and comfort of a private residence…
Piccolo Hotel Portofino
Hotel Piccolo Portofino, surrounded by the typical luxuriant vegetation of the Liguria Riviera, among the crystal clear water of Portofino and the blue sky, is a piece of art of the reception, unique of its kind. A hidden jewel, that has to be searched end discovered. Obtained from a refined period villa, today it is a boutique hotel, and from its generous terraces, a breathtaking view onto this exclusive stretch of coast…
Palazzo Navona Rome
The innovative Palazzo Navona Hotel fully deserved of its role as being amongst one of the most qualified 4 star Hotels within the city “centro”, capable of fulfilling its own lifestyle qualities to satisfy even the most demanding guest. The intimate and charming ambience emits a feeling of almost magic by creating a special atmosphere which pervades this residence surrounded by its historical-art and ancient Roman…
Mnemba Island Lodge
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Azulik Tulum
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Gecko Hotel & Beach Club Formentera
In the beautiful and protected island of Formentera, Gecko Hotel & Beach Club was set out for like-minded individuals to unwind, connect with oneself and nature and above all celebrate life. Gecko brings to Formentera a new form of hospitality that unites our love for the island, the beach life and the elegance of a time in the past that continues to inspire us. Our clublike restaurant, in front of the Migjorn beach, offers a…
GoldenEye is not an ordinary hotel, but a collection of private villas, cottages and beach huts. Each is set amid tropical gardens, private beaches and secluded coves—a Jamaica home away from home.
GoldenEye is a place. A mindset. A far-reaching myth in the collective imagination. And yet, GoldenEye couldn’t exist anywhere in the world—except, of course, exactly where it is.
Artists and writers. Spies and seducers. Their stories are as much a part of this place as the ancient tangle of vines and trees that have made GoldenEye a jungle garden of incredible diversity.
I-tal means food that’s local and natural fresh from the sea and the tree. Jamaican dining gets its avor from the wisdom of I-tal cuisine. Local specialties fill our menu along with seasonal produce grown at Pantrepant Farm.
The FieldSpa—its philosophy and treatments—are grounded in the moist, island earth and incorporate its healing waters. Pure Jamaican in rhythm and tempo, FieldSpa opens a window to our island ways. The plant-based powers of our treatments cultivate a soothing and improved sense of centeredness while promoting a feeling of calm.
Playful adventures in the waves. Bumpy rides up the hill to Firefly. Paddleboarding at sunrise. A midnight dip in the GoldenEye Lagoon. Rituals are meant to be repeated, but experiences are never the same.
VILLAS
Each of our stand-alone villas is its own private world, set in a verdant garden of native greenery and sitting directly on the beach or lagoon. Ann Hodges, the noted Jamaican architect, designed every villa with the best of relaxed, barefoot living in mind—hardwood floors, high ceilings, cool linens and oversized furniture.
A sexy outdoor shower in each villa’s lush secluded garden enhances the sights, smells and sounds of nature. The full kitchen and outdoor dining table make al fresco eating a part of the villa experience.
ONE BEDROOM BEACH VILLA
Each of the five One Bedroom Beach Villas open directly onto Low Cay Beach. All are furnished with a full kitchen, large private porch with outdoor dining table, king-size bed, en-suite bathroom with claw foot tub and adjoining outdoor garden shower.
TWO BEDROOM LAGOON VILLA
Our Two Bedroom Lagoon Villa has all the amenities and conveniences of all our villas — king-size beds, en-suite bathrooms with claw foot tubs, outdoor garden shower, large private porch and full kitchen. This particular villa sits directly on GoldenEye’s four-acre lagoon and has its own stone deck and an additional wooden deck with direct lagoon access.
VILLA VESPER
Vesper is our brand new spacious 5 bedroom villa that sits directly on the tranquil lagoon. This private, open-air villa features spacious king-size bedrooms, a fully fitted open plan kitchen, large private verandas, and a beautiful garden overlooking the lagoon.
It’s the only villa of its size on the lagoon, making it unique and ideal for groups or families. A large veranda leads down to the lagoon and two freestanding Lagoon Cottages – the perfect location for couples. It’s a great spot for watching the sunset or enjoying a quiet morning on the water.
LAGOON COTTAGES
A perfect perch for paddleboarding at sunrise or a midnight dip, it doesn’t get better than a cottage directly on the lagoon. Guests who love to start, and end, each day with a swim treasure the cottages for their direct access to the water from their own private dock.
Every cottage includes a kayak making easy a serene and invigorating voyage. Turn the music on low and, listen to the soft splash of the water as it laps against the side of the dock. Take in the heady scents of the lush plants and flowers that surround you.
Indulge in modern luxuries (Blackwell Rum, hand-dyed batik robes, bath and beauty products made with local botanical ingredients) while appreciating all the tranquil turquoise waters have to offer.
BEACH HUTS
Chris built the huts in the style of his own GoldenEye hut and to mirror the way he likes to live. “To me, hut life is about casualness and simplicity. What makes it special are the louvered windows. During the day, you control the light and the breeze. At night, when you open the louvers, you feel like you’re sleeping under the stars.
The feeling is very basic. Even primal,” Chris says. At GoldenEye, our village of huts is built at various heights and scattered around a garden that stretches between Snorkeler’s Cove (where life teams below the waves) and Shabeen (our rooftop lounge and whimsically-designed freshwater pool) on one side and Button Beach, with its gentle, almost wave-less waters, on the other.
Check into any of our huts and you’ll find hand-dyed batik robes and our bath and beauty products made with local botanical ingredients waiting for you. Bring your toothbrush. Flip flops. Bathing suit. Not much else. That’s life in a hut. Essentially…as good as it gets.
THE GAZEBO
Overlooking both Low Cay Beach and the Lagoon, the Gazebo is an open-air perch where you can sip a GoldenEye cocktail while watching a fiery Caribbean sunset. Dinner dishes range from local surf and turf to favorite Jamaican specialties served with an international wine list.
BIZOT BAR
On the western arm of Low Cay Beach, Bizot Bar is the spot for stylish low-key dining. Located just steps from the sea and our fresh-water swimming pool, Bizot Bar serves breakfast and lunch that includes fresh salads, yummy burgers and tasty pastas, as well as famously authentic Jamaican specialties.
BAMBOO BAR
Very simple, very special this is our super laidback rum bar right on rustic Button Beach. With sand underfoot, enjoy the smoky flavors of Jamaican Jerk BBQ along with grilled fish straight from the sea. As soon as their boats pull in, local fisher man bring by their freshest catch.
SHABEEN
Next to the pool by Beach Huts and Snorkeler’s Cove, Shabeen is the super relaxed spot for cocktails and drinks. Grab a Red Stripe and wander upstairs to the rooftop lounge and take in a panoramic view of the sea.
IN-ROOM DINING
For a really delicious treat, try our in-room dining! We’ll deliver breakfast on the veranda of your Lagoon Villa or set a romantic dinner on the porch of your Beach Villa. You decide, we’ll make it happen!
OUTDOOR DINING
Private dining by candlelight on the far edge of the Peninsula? Torch-lit beach BBQ? Use your imagination and we’ll keep it cooking!
FIELDSPA AT GOLDENEYE
Located in a cottage on the edge of the lagoon, with private open-air treatment huts, guests find FieldSpa intensely restorative. From the cozy setting nestled in the bush to the earthy scent of spices hanging in the air, the connection to the surrounding natural environment imparts a deep sense of calm.
Many of the botanical elixirs and essential oils we use are made on site, drawing on traditional Jamaican recipes and drawing the healing powers of flowers, roots, leaves and herbs grown at our farm, Pantrepant.
TREATMENTS
Massages, soaks, scrubs, and baths are just some of our sensual treatments promoting holistic wellness and rejuvenation. Homegrown remedies like pimento and ginger, peppermint and rosemary, and lemongrass and wild lime, revitalize the mind and body.
Our treatments soothe sore muscles, invigorate the soul, replenish your skin, and increase circulation. Please, have a look at our menu. We’re happy to suggest which experiences can best help you recharge—physically and emotionally.
DEEP MUSCLE RELEASE THERAPY WITH LYNDALE
Visit our gifted and intuitive therapist Lyndale. Working with a combination of massage and pressure point movements, Lyndale works to release stored and blocked energy created from stress, shock or old injuries and accidents. This exceptional massage helps to restore muscle and skeletal alignment and will bring back balance to both body and mind.
BLUE MOUNTAIN COFFEE WRAP
Coffee is known to help reduce the appearance of cellulite making this wrap excellent for fluid retention. A brisk dry skin brushing will loosen old skin and prepare the body for the wrap
DEEP TISSUE RELIEF WITH A WARMING BUSH BATH
An invigorating and healing soak in our outdoor tub that will increase circulation and help soothe sore muscles with essential pimento and ginger oil and herbs. Followed by the warming pimento and ginger deep tissue massage with heated rice bag therapy inspired by herbal massage techniques in Thailand.
Once the body is soothed let us replenish your skin with an Anti–Aging OSEA facial using the finest antioxidants such as red wine and pomegranate as medicine for the skin. Finally enjoy a reflexology session with natural coconut shea butter.
NETI YOGA WITH ORAH
Neti Yoga has re-emerged, in modern times as an exotic fusion of ancient Scared Egyptian Temple Dance combined with traditional Asana to create a dynamic flow.
Pranayama and electromagnetic grounding are infused into this healing heart-opening practice that regen- erates and rejuvenates all of the body systems. Each class ends with a guided relaxation and meditation, followed by vibrational healing ‘sound bath’ using Tibetan Singing Bowls.
INTRODUCTION TO MEDITATION
This class introduces students to several unique styles of meditation, to find the ‘best fit’ for one’s individual mind’s focus. The student will have the opportunity to delve into, practice and connect to each style until they feel confident enough to begin their own personal meditation practice.
Meditation has been proven to have many health benefits in every level of our being – physical, emotional and mental. If you have ever wondered about meditation, this is your opportunity to explore new horizons.
POOLS & BEACHES
Reverie and reflection, feeling and flow-water has its way of dissolving hard edges while stirring the spirit to life. Low Cay is the main beach at GoldenEye.
With 500 feet of white sand, it’s so wide and sprawling, it can sometimes feel like its own private deserted island while Button Beach—the rustic strip of sand home to our very own rum bar—is as adorable as its name implies.
Our water sports guides, helpers and instructors are trained lifeguards and skilled sailors. They will assist with beach towels, kayaks and glass-bottom boats. Or grab a snorkel and fins at Snorkeler’s Cove to explore one of the many coral reefs closeby.
WATA SPORTS!
Low Cay is the main beach at GoldenEye—500 smooth, sandy feet of beach shaped like a croissant. It’s so wide and sprawling, it can sometimes feel like its own private, deserted island. While Button Beach—our rustic beach that’s home to a bar shack—is as adorable as its name implies.
Our water sports guides, helpers and instructors are trained lifeguards and skilled sailors. They will assist with beach towels, kayaks and glass-bottom boats. If you’re into swimming with the fishes, head to Snorkeler’s Cove—that’s where you can grab a snorkel and fins before exploring one of the many coral reefs close by.
KAYAKING
GoldenEye’s varied shoreline lends itself to exploration by kayak. Depart from Wata Sport Beach.
STAND-UP PADDLEBOARDING
The fast growing sport of stand-up paddle boarding is a wonderful way to enjoy our lagoon, Oracabessa Bay and the open sea beyond.
SAILING
Learn how to sail with our certified Wata Sports team at Button Beach. Navigate the Caribbean Sea on one of GoldenEye’s Sun Fish or Hobie Cat sailboats.
DEEP SEA FISHING
Blue and White Marlin, Barracuda, Sailfish, Spearfish and Wahoo are the kind of fish you would be going after on a Deep Sea Fishing excursion.
Available vessels are the 38foot speed/ power boat “For Your Eyes Only”, and “Whaler One”, the 33foot sport and fishing boat. Water and Red Stripe beers are provided, and a picnic can be arranged upon request. 48-hour advance booking required.
OUT AND ABOUT
The Blue Mountains are one of the world’s most mystical landscapes. More than just where Jamaica’s famous coffee comes from, the Blue Mountains are home to Strawberry Hill, another jewel in the crown of the Island Outpost hotels.
At 3,100 feet above sea level, to spend a night or two in the Blue Mountains is to experience a Jamaica you never knew existed. To find out more about staying at two Island Outpost hotels during one trip to Jamaica, we suggest you see our Two Post Outpost invitation.
PLANT A TREE
Michael Caine, Kate Moss, Quincy Jones and Johnny Depp have all planted trees at GoldenEye. You can, too, by making a donation of USD$1,000.00 to the Oracabessa Foundation, which works with the town of Oracabessa on sustainable, local development.
TENNIS, ANYONE?
GoldenEye’s tennis court is floodlit and is available day and night on a first come, first served, fair share arrangement.
FIREFLY
Firefly has the most stunning view in the Caribbean. The property’s magical legacy spans centuries and has been both sacred and strategic, prized by all who have lived there—from the island’s indigenous people, the Taino, to the notorious pirate-turned-governor Sir Henry Morgan.
In 1948, celebrated playwright Noël Coward acquired the property, and it stands today as Coward designed it: a modest, modern house with grand history and stunning views. At Firefly, Coward entertained glamorous personalities from movie stars to literary greats and even Britain’s Queen Mum, who famously stopped in for lunch on her 1965 trip to Jamaica.
Firefly is a 15-minute drive from GoldenEye. It is the ideal location for large parties or weddings, as well as a relaxing afternoon picnic. Plan to stay for sunset, when the bright pink, dusky blue and deep gold light converge in the sky. Guest Services will arrange your visit to Firefly.
