Curated luxury hotels in Africa

With a stay at Patina Maldives, Fari Islands in Fari Islands, you'll be by the ocean and within the region of Kassan Faru.

With a stay at Concorde Hotel Doha in Doha (Umm Ghuwailina), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Souq Waqif Art Center and Souq Waqif. This luxury hotel is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Doha Corniche and 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from City Centre Shopping Mall.

Surrounded by picturesque scenery, ancient castles, and thermal baths, Grand Hotel Billia welcomes guests in the heart of the popular spa town of Saint Vincent since 1908. It offers free access to the EVE spa on site.

Offering air-conditioned rooms with satellite TV and free Wi-Fi, the hotel is directly linked to the Casino de la Vallèe if you wish to enjoy a fun night out.

Chefs at the Grand Hotel Billia's restaurants prepare international dishes and the best cuisine from Aosta Valley. Meals are accompanied by DOC wines.

You can enjoy relaxing moments in the 1800-m² spa, including a hot tub, Turkish bath and sauna. A fitness centre is also available.

Grand Hotel Billia is at the foot of Mount Zerbion. The nearest ski lifts such as Cervinia, Pila and La Thuile are approximately a 30-minute drive away.

With a stay at Europe Villa Cortes in Arona, you'll be by the sea – a 3-minute walk from Playa de las Américas and 13 minutes by foot from Las Vistas Beach. This beach hotel is 4 mi (6.4 km) from Fañabé Beach and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Siam Park.

When you a stay at Pizzomunno Vieste Palace Hotel in Vieste, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Gargano National Park and Pizzomunno. This beach hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Scialara o Castello and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Vieste Castle.

When you stay at Four Seasons Resort And Residences At The Pearl - Qatar in Doha, you'll be in a shopping district, within a 15-minute drive of Katara Cultural Village and City Centre Shopping Mall. This beach hotel is 5.6 mi (8.9 km) from Katara Beach and 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from Doha Corniche.

With a stay at Hotel Brancamaria in Dorgali, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Gulf of Orosei and Circuito per mini Kart. This beach hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Aquarium of Cala Gonone and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Palmasera.

With a stay at HOTEL dGATES in Lahore (Garden Town), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Gaddafi Stadium and Liberty Market. This luxury hotel is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from M.M. Allam Road and 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Jilani Park.

With a stay at Sofitel Beirut Le Gabriel in Beirut (Achrafieh), you'll be within a 15-minute walk of ABC Mall and Sursock Museum. This luxury hotel is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from National Museum of Beirut and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Beirut Souks.

Located in Soldeu, Serras Andorra is in the mountains – a 1-minute drive from Soldeu Ski Resort and 12 minutes from TSF4 Solana Ski Lift. This family-friendly hotel is 6.5 mi (10.5 km) from TSD4 Pas De La Casa Ski Lift and 7 mi (11.3 km) from Pas de la Casa Resort.

With a stay at InterContinental Residences Dubai Business Bay by IHG, you'll be centrally located in Dubai, within a 10-minute drive of Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall. This family-friendly hotel is 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from Dubai World Trade Centre and 8.6 mi (13.9 km) from Mall of the Emirates.

With a stay at J.K. Place Capri in Capri (Marina Grande), you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Marina Grande and Marina Grande Beach. This luxury hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Spiaggia Libera di Marina Grande and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Bagni di Tiberio Beach.

A stay at Hotel Ullensvang places you in the heart of Ullensvang – a 2-minute drive from Lofthus Church and 9 minutes from Hardangerfjord. This beach hotel is 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Kinsarvik Church and 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from Mikkel Parken.

With a stay at Atlantica Plimmiri - All Inclusive in Rhodes, you'll be near the beach, just a 1-minute walk from Plimmýri Beach and 9 minutes by foot from Plimmiri / Πλημμύρι. This all-inclusive property is 19.7 mi (31.8 km) from Pefkos Beach and 22.2 mi (35.8 km) from Lindos Beach.

Surrounded by the scenery of the Dolomites, Hotel Ciasa Salares features a wellness centre with fitness facilities and an indoor pool. It also offers a sun terrace.

Rooms and suites at Hotel Ciasa Salares feature typical wooden décor and provide Sky TV, bathrobes and slippers and towels for the pool. They all come with a private bathroom.

Outdoor barbecue facilities and weekly summer picnics are also part of the services.

The well-equipped spa includes a hot tub, sauna and Turkish bath. In summer guests can sit out on the terrace, while in winter it is possible to enjoy the log fire inside. Free outdoor parking and a garage against payment are also available.

A stay at Marjan Plaza Hotel places you in the heart of Tbilisi, steps from Marjanishvili Theatre and 8 minutes by foot from Samaia Garden. This luxury hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Museum of Ilia Chavchavadze and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Georgian National Academy of Sciences.

Situated right in the heart of Avilés' old town, Hotel Palacio de Aviles Affiliated by Melia is a tastefully converted, 17th-century palace. Featuring free Wi-Fi, it is located in Plaza de España.

The hotel offers a choice of suites, junior suites and and deluxe rooms with garden views.

Surrounded by impressive gardens, each inviting and beautiful corner of the hotel has been classically decorated in keeping with its historic features. Palacio de Aviles Affiliated by Melia' restaurant offers creative interpretations of traditional dishes.

Situated opposite the town hall and overlooking the Ferrera Park, the hotel is well-situated for discovering the architectural and monumental heritage of the city. The coast is just a 5-minute drive away.

The Niemeyer Centre is 2.1 km away from the hotel, and a 5-minute drive will take you to the coast. Asturias Airport is a 20-minute drive away.

A stay at The First Musica - Preferred Hotels & Resorts places you in the heart of Rome, within a 15-minute walk of Spanish Steps and Piazza di Spagna. This luxury hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Pantheon and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Piazza Navona.

With a stay at Galle Fort Hotel in Galle (Fort Galle), you'll be steps from Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa and Galle Fort. This luxury hotel is 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Unawatuna Beach and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from National Maritime Museum.

Located in Samarkand, Silk Road by Minyoun is in the suburbs, within a 15-minute drive of Tomb of Prophet Daniel and Shakh-i-Zinda. This luxury hotel is 5.9 mi (9.4 km) from Afrasiab and 6.7 mi (10.9 km) from Bibi-Khonym Mosque.