Curated luxury hotels in Africa

A 16th-century castle, Château Les Oliviers de Salettes sits in a 31-hectare park just 20 km from Montélimar Train Station. It offers 2 swimming pools, a terrace, a garden, a restaurant and a smoking lounge.

The air-conditioned rooms at Château Les Oliviers de Salettes feature a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a view of the mountains or park, and a private bathroom.

A breakfast is available daily at an extra cost, and the restaurant serves traditional French cuisine. The Château also has a bar.

Château Les Oliviers de Salettes features a spa and hot tub, which are available with a supplement, and guests can rent electric bike and vintage cars.

Free WiFi and free private parking are provided on site, and the A7 motorway is 14 km from the property.

When you stay at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi in Ithaafushi, you'll be by the ocean, within a 5-minute drive of Kandooma Beach and Biyadoo Beach. This beach resort is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Bodu Hurraa Beach and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Dhigufinolhu Beach.

Situated in Câmpulung Moldovenesc, 35 km from Voronet Monastery, AQUARIUS BOUTIQUE HOTEL features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. With a bar, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property is allergy-free and is set 33 km from Adventure Park Escalada.

The rooms at the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a safety deposit box. The units have a wardrobe.

Guests at AQUARIUS BOUTIQUE HOTEL can enjoy a buffet or a continental breakfast.

At the accommodation guests are welcome to take advantage of an indoor swimming pool, a sauna and a Turkish bath. You can play tennis at AQUARIUS BOUTIQUE HOTEL, and the area is popular for skiing.

Humor Monastery is 38 km from the hotel. Suceava International Airport is 82 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

With a stay at Barceló Montecastillo Golf in Jerez de la Frontera, you'll be 7 mi (11.3 km) from Estadio Municipal de Chapin and 8.6 mi (13.8 km) from Alcazar Gardens. This family-friendly hotel is 9.1 mi (14.6 km) from Jerez Cathedral.

With a stay at JW Marriott Istanbul Bosphorus, you'll be centrally located in Istanbul, within a 10-minute walk of Galataport and Galata Tower. This luxury hotel is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Dolmabahçe Palace and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Topkapi Palace.

Located in Kemer, Juju Premier Palace is by the sea – a 1-minute drive from Beldibi Beach Park and 9 minutes from DinoPark. This all-inclusive property is 8.1 mi (13.1 km) from Sarisu Beach and 8.7 mi (13.9 km) from Setur Antalya Marina.

Centrally located in Dubai, Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah, Dubai is within a 15-minute walk of Nakheel Mall and The View at The Palm. This beach hotel is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Dubai Marina Mall and 3.7 mi (6 km) from The Walk.

In a scenic location in the Ticino countryside, a 15-minute drive from Lugano’s centre, this exclusive 5-star resort on 25 hectares of grounds offers panoramic views. An elegant restaurant, and a spa area with an indoor and an outdoor pool are at guests´ disposal. Free WiFi and a 24-hour concierge service are available.

Collina d’Oro’s 1,000 m² spa area includes various wellness facilities, as well as a fitness room. A wide range of massages and beauty programmes, as well as hydrotherapy are available.

The spacious, air-conditioned rooms at Resort Collina d'Oro - Hotel, Residence & Spa are elegantly furnished and decorated with fine stone and woods, wooden floors, and high-quality fabrics. They come with a flat-screen satellite TV with 100 channels, an electric kettle, and a large bathroom with bathrobes, slippers, and a multifunctional shower head. A pillow menu is available and mineral water is provided.

The restaurant includes a sun terrace and a pool bar during summer and serves refined dishes made from regional products, as well as a wide selection of wines. It has its own vineyard and organic garden.

Agra Bus Stop is 200 metres from the resort. The Hermann Hesse Museum is 1 km away, and 8 golf courses are between 10 and 50 km away.

Guests receive the Ticino Ticket which allows free admission and discounts at several local attractions as well as free use of public transport.

Facing the beachfront, Aloe Boutique Hotel & Suites - adults only offers 5-star accommodation in Almirida and features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and terrace. Offering a bar, the property is located within a few steps of Almirida Beach. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Every room includes a kettle, while certain rooms will provide you with a balcony and others also provide guests with sea views.

The breakfast offers buffet, continental or Full English/Irish options. At Aloe Boutique Hotel & Suites - adults only you will find a restaurant serving Greek, Mediterranean and European cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.

The accommodation features amenities such as an on-site business centre and sauna.

Archaeological Museum of Rethymno is 38 km from Aloe Boutique Hotel & Suites - adults only, while Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori is 4.2 km away. Chania International Airport is 32 km from the property.

With a stay at Al Raha Beach Resort & Spa in Abu Dhabi (Al Raha Beach), you'll be a 5-minute drive from Aldar Headquarter Building and 10 minutes from Abu Dhabi Golf Club. This beach hotel is 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from Yas Waterworld and 6.8 mi (10.9 km) from Ferrari World.

When you stay at Hotel Villa Cipriani in Asolo, you'll be in the historical district, just steps from Dolomites and 3 minutes by foot from Castle of Caterina Cornaro. This golf hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Asolo Civic Museum and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Cimitero di Asolo.

With a stay at Sivota Diamond Spa Resort in Igoumenitsa, you'll be near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Bela Vraka Beach and Syvota Harbour. This family-friendly hotel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Zavia beach and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Gallikos Molos Beach.

With a stay at The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels, you'll be centrally located in Madrid, steps from Gran Via and 8 minutes by foot from Puerta del Sol. This luxury hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Prado Museum and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Plaza Mayor.

A stay at Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre places you in the heart of Dubai – a 3-minute drive from City Centre Deira and 6 minutes from Dubai Festival City Mall. This family-friendly hotel is 3.7 mi (6 km) from BurJuman Mall and 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from Gold Souk.

Located in Panaji, DoubleTree by Hilton Goa-Panaji is on the waterfront, within a 10-minute drive of Basilica of Bom Jesus and Church of Our Lady of Immaculate Conception. This family-friendly resort is 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary and 7.5 mi (12.1 km) from Reis Magos Fort.

Located in Istanbul (Bakırköy), JW Marriott Hotel Istanbul Marmara Sea is within a 15-minute drive of Bosphorus and Sultanahmet Square. This luxury hotel is 7.8 mi (12.6 km) from Blue Mosque and 8.2 mi (13.3 km) from Grand Bazaar.

With a stay at Maxx Royal Belek Golf Resort in Serik (Belek), you'll be a 1-minute drive from Montgomerie Golf Course and 5 minutes from Belek Mosque. This all-inclusive property is 15.2 mi (24.5 km) from Lara Beach and 21.6 mi (34.8 km) from Side West Beach.

When you stay at The Ciao Stelio Deluxe Hotel - Adults Only in Larnaca, you'll be in the entertainment district, just steps from Mackenzie Beach and 8 minutes by foot from Larnaca Salt Lake. This beach hotel is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Church of Saint Lazarus and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Finikoudes Beach.

With a stay at The Mandala Berlin, a Member of Design Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Berlin, steps from Potsdamer Platz and 13 minutes by foot from Brandenburg Gate. This family-friendly hotel is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Friedrichstrasse and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Zoo Berlin.

With a stay at Villa Sant'Andrea, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina Mare in Taormina (Mazzaro), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Isola Bella and Letojanni Beach. This beach hotel is 15.9 mi (25.6 km) from Mount Etna and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Taormina Cable Car.