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Mnemba Island Lodge
Steeped in culture and history, Zanzibar enticed adventurers, seafarers and traders from far and wide. Known as the spice island, from the centuries old trade of cloves, nutmeg and cinnamon, today the Zanzibar Archipelago is still bathed in the heady scents of spices and traditional dhows still drift across the horizon. A romantic hideaway, Mnemba Island is an exclusive paradise featuring twelve rustically chic beachside…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Azulik Tulum
In the heart of the Mayan jungle, a revolutionary project is about to redefine human evolution. A new vision of the future that is guided by ancestral knowledge and creates community is beginning to shape up.The VILLAS of AZULIK Tulum are built in harmony with the Mayan jungle and the Caribbean Sea. With no electric light, A/C, or television, we present nature as our main amenity, setting the perfect mood for a…
Boutique Hotel Die Alpbacherin
The history of DER ALPBACHERIN began in the former Angelika house. Some time ago, in the middle of Alpbach, at house number 405, stood the small bed and breakfast “Haus Angelika”. Georg and Lisa ran them with a lot of love. The success proved you right and so the desire for a new place for more guests was born. A dream came true. Together with daughter Valentina and her boyfriend Thomas, plans, dreams and…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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….
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Built from indigenous materials such as jacaranda and chocolate slate, you’ll find us at the confluence of three river valleys in the heart of the Mantiqueira Mountains.
These are known as the “mountains that weep” due to the abundance of springs and rivers and indeed it is here that you’ll enjoy endless sunny days, integrating mountain serenity with local features and modern luxuries.
We are blessed with seven water springs inside the property so we’re able to provide our guests with our own mineral water (the best drink in the house!). We also have a water treatment station so we can return clean water back to nature.
Enjoying a temperate climate with endless sunny days, this serene mountain setting makes the perfect connection with nature and the world around.
Evoking a sense of “outdoors inside”
Every detail has been thoughtfully chosen to respect the region’s topography, native traditions, art and contemporary culture, with a sense of ‘outdoors inside’.
The main building offers seven privileged accommodations with views of the valley or mountains. There are also 11 individual villas cleverly scattered around the lush mountains to guarantee privacy yet every comfort.
Botanique Villa With Plunge Pool
This is our most exclusive residence offering a palatial 3,700 square feet (350 square meters). One side offers the bedroom and bathroom and the other side features the spacious living and dining area.
The central outdoor patio has a mineral water plunge pool. There’s also an indoor and outdoor bathtub, comfortable lounge, fireplace, roomy terrace and gorgeous private 6,400 square feet garden (650 square meters).
Hideaway Villa Suite
Our Hideaway Villa Suite measures 1,400 square feet (130 square meters) and is surrounded by private 4,300 to 7,500 square feet gardens (400 to 750 square meters). Your home from home includes a fireplace, terrace and private garden with hammock, outdoor bathtub and lounge space.
Inside the villa, there are spacious bathing areas integrated with the environment. This is a fabulous option if you’d like to take advantage of one of our in-room spa treatments.
Lovingly homegrown and hearty
Soak up an ambiance that blends sun, florae, trees and herbs with the cool mountain breezes, resulting in the evocative and specific scents and flavors of authentic Brazil. The menu is modern, contemporary Brazilian with matching wines, exclusively chosen from the very finest on offer in Brazil.
The dining room is perched on the ridge to maximize the views. The spacious outdoor hillside terrace is shaded by natural awnings. It is also home to a signature bar.
A modern and contemporary Brazilian menu with exclusively chosen wines
With ingredients that are grown in, not flown in, Mina offers modern, contemporary Brazilian dishes paired with exclusively chosen wines.
Just as the food and wine celebrate Brazil, so does the setting. Enjoy 180-degree views of the mountains and valleys as the suspended fireplace warms the dining room with rich wood floors underfoot.
This is guaranteed to be an evening to remember!
Celebrate a special person, occasion or simply your joie de vivre over a carefully curated eight-course dining experience, lovingly prepared by chef Gabriel Broide and paired with an inspired selection of prestigious vintage wines.
Our wine cellar is only open with a prior dinner reservation so please get in touch if you are tempted!
A relaxing and peaceful atmosphere
Impeccable cuisine tailored to your tastes, with accompanying wine or cocktails to complement your in-room private dining experience. The same uncompromising quality as in our restaurants but totally on your terms.
Chillout Lounge
Our bar pays homage to the Mantiqueira mountains with its natural design, materials and locally-made furniture. Don’t forget to try our range of living drinks from homemade probiotics and tonics made from local ingredients alongside the more traditional beverage menu.
The healing power of the forest, thermal and mineral waters
There is no space for clichés in our treatment menu. Our Spa includes four treatment rooms, beauty salon, sauna and steam room with rainforest mist.
We also have an isotonic pool with the same amounts of salt and other oligo elements found in the human body. This means, it creates a feeling of balance and lightness that a regular pool does not.
Relax Together
Enjoy an Alchemy Bar experience where you will each create a unique body scrub and herbal poultice. Your therapist will then tailor your full body scrub and signature massage to incorporate your exotic creations.
Botanique Detox
A cleansing journey for body, mind and soul. Including a purifying body scrub, contouring massage using a thermogenic mask and detox facial. Complemented with a detox refreshment.
Himalayan Singing Bowl Meditation
The sounds emitted by singing bowls work as a type of energy medicine, restoring harmony to your vibrational frequencies. This experience brings about energy clearing, deep relaxation and emotional balance.
Reconnection in many ways
The resort’s many on-site and off-site attractions are diverse and unique. In addition to fitness programming, there are hiking and horse-riding trails for exploring the native forest and observing the exuberance and beauty all around.
Romance hiding in every corner
Our gardens and lush local countryside are a perfect, intimate background for your unforgettable celebration. From popping the question to making your dream come true, we are here to assist you with every detail.
Where creativity bursts free
We can help you shape the perfect content and context for any corporate event, such as a press conference, product launch or campaign, board meeting, workshop, training and more.
We offer a choice of calm and tranquil spaces to fuel your collaboration and enable your ideas to burst free. For example, our cozy and sophisticated glass house provides an intimate setting for strategic discussions or forums.
It accommodates around 50 people in an auditorium format and 20 people in an informal lounge format.
Forest Foraging in Brazil
Foraging is the technique that incorporates the essence of flavors from the surroundings and this is how our Mina Restaurant brings the Mantiqueira to the table. You can accompany our chef on this quest and take a stroll through the forest to discover a few surprises along the way.
Paragliding at Pico Agudo
Fly like a bird and enjoy an eagle’s-eye view over the Mantiqueira mountains and valleys beneath you! This unique 30-minute paragliding flight over Brazil will certainly change your perspective as you soar and swoop before your instructor brings you gently back down to earth.
Local Artisan Tours in Brazil
Understand the process of creating beautiful ceramic pieces. Regardless of the use, the goal is to find balance and harmonious forms.
Everything counts: every imperfection, detail, or cut-out adds to the importance of the piece to create something unique and special. The visit to the atelier can also include a special modeling clay class.
Local Farms Tours
The Mantiqueira region is booming with local producers. Understanding the soil along with basic concepts of agriculture and permaculture are just the starting point.
Enter the wonderful world of olive oil to understand how olive trees are planted and harvested, and taste the oils to savor all the distinct flavors and aromas.
Brazil Winery Tours and Tasting
Take a guided winery tour around our local vineyards overlooking the mountains of Mantiqueira. Learn more about winemaking while strolling through the vines. At the end, let all the flavors emerge during a tasting class. Cheers to that!
Beer Tours and Tasting
Craft beers are not produced in a non-professional manner. On the contrary, they follow strict production processes, but on a smaller scale and with fewer employees, which guarantees special attention to deliver a personalized production.
Maturation occurs naturally, without the addition of chemical compounds to accelerate the process.
Ice Cream Factory
Let’s start right from the first step, and how crops are grown and cows are fed in an organic way to guarantee the best flavor. Milking cows is the next step to producing ice cream, cream cheese, butter and more. Choosing your favorite flavor is the hardest step of all!
Mountain Biking in Brazil
The Mantiqueira region is well known for its amazing mountain biking terrain. There are many tracks with different levels of difficulty. Enjoy a family day out or go for something more extreme. We can also provide a guide to cycle with you and show you the hidden gems of trails.
Everything starts with the source
Our organic farm to fork menus align with our Eat With Six Senses philosophy, resulting in the quality our guests expect while lowering our carbon footprint as everything is grown in not flown in. Our on-site composting allows us to manage waste and return valuable nutrients back to the soil.
We’re blessed with seven water springs inside the property so we’re able to provide our guests with our own mineral water (the best drink in the house!). We have a water treatment station so we can return clean water back to nature.
Mindful of making responsible decisions, we also work with community members to see how we can contribute to a better quality of life for everyone, while preserving and celebrating local traditions and culture and the beautiful natural environment surrounding us.
When to visit Mantiqueira
As a year-round destination, any time is a good time to visit. May to August, wintertime, is more festive, filled with sunny days and chilly nights.
Autumn is breathtaking as the mountains come alive with fiery reds and oranges. Spring and summer connects you to the abundant wildlife and outdoor activities on offer to get you up close and personal with nature.
Pico Agudo
Launch off the summit for an unforgettable paragliding experience. If you’d like to keep your feet on the ground, there’s also a viewpoint with a panoramic view.
Pedra do Baú
As its name suggest, this rock, shaped like a treasure’s chest, forms part of the Serra da Mantiqueira, and is well-known in the region for its dramatic climbing routes.
Lageado Waterfall
Enjoy a scenic cascade that forms a natural pool in the middle of the rocks, with a sandy bottom, perfect for wild swimming and rewilding your soul.
