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Villas in Maldives

The Soneva Hotel Group is a world-leading sustainable luxury resort operator that offers luxurious hotels for those who prefer a secluded holiday. Its new project, called Soneva Jani Chapter Two, has been built in the Maldives, like most of the previous chic hotels. Soneva was the first company to launch a chain of 5-star hotels in the Maldives. Not so long ago, the company switched to the construction of water villas. Its new hotel is a cluster of almost 30 mansions with a sliding roof and a private pool. At some villas, there are even water slides that bring visitors directly into the lagoon.

Ultralux hotel in Montenegro

The One&Only hotel chain, which owns hotels in the world's most famous resorts, is entering the European market. The first project will be the One&Only Portonovi Hotel in Montenegro. Its opening is scheduled for May 1. The resort is located on the Adriatic coast and is surrounded by mountains. There is a helipad and access to the marina with more than 200 superyachts. Interestingly, for guests who prefer something better than luxury, the hotel provides the opportunity to stay in Private Homes with their own fireplaces and terraces.

Eco-chic resort in Seychelles

Club Med Seychelles is located on one of the private islands of the Indian Ocean at the heart of the Seychelles archipelago. The resort is owned by a French luxury tour operator. This place is considered the best in the world for scuba diving. Guests of the hotel can also observe the life of the ocean by drifting on the waves in boats with a special transparent bottom. Visitors can enjoy yachting lessons, blue marlin fishing, a meditation on the ocean shore, and even yoga in the middle of the jungle. The owners of the hotel are proud of the unique concept of the hotel - eco-chic. It means that the resort does no harm to nature.

Best view on Sicily

The location of the San Domenico Palace, Taormina, A Four Seasons hotel awakens excitement. The azure Ionian Sea, the picturesque Etna stratovolcano, and the ancient walls of the Dominican monastery are sure to cause admiration! Interestingly, the history of the building dates back to more than eight centuries. The new hotel complex with more than 100 rooms is located exactly in this building. The special feature of the hotel is a swimming pool built on the mountain of the cliff, which offers the best views of the stunningly beautiful Sicilian landscapes.

Pearl of Sardinia

The five-star hotel Baglioni Resort Sardinia will open its doors to guests on the first day of the summer. Its main advantage is its unique location. The hotel complex occupies 4 hectares of the protected territory of the island of Tavolara, located near the north-eastern coast of Sardinia. The hotel has 78 rooms. There is a spa center, a swimming pool with a huge terrace, a gym, golf courses, as well as two fashionable restaurants with high and Mediterranean cuisines.

Relax in Chinese tropics

The world's largest luxury hotel operator, LUX Resorts & Hotels, has business almost all over the world. Curiously enough, its first hotel in China has been opened only this year. It is hidden in tropical gardens near the Nansihe River. However, the hotel also has its own water attraction – a huge borderless infinity pool. As for the naturalistic aspect, the designers who worked on the creation of the complex also came up with a unique idea of lighting in the rooms. After sunset, the starry sky mode is activated, which enables city residents tired of the noise and greyness of cement buildings to properly relax.

Royal Luxury of Versailles

History lovers can finally rejoice: this summer on the territory of the Château de Versailles, apart from a traditional tour, visitors can also live in the royal palace. Hotel Airelles Château de Versailles, and Le Grand Contrôle are considered the Parisian landmarks. They were built in the 17th century. There are not many rooms in the hotel– only 14. Yet, how magnificent they are! The interior of the rooms was recreated according to the Versailles archives. The most luxurious apartments are the royal suite with an area of 120 sq. m.

Personal butler in Hurghada

The 5-star Rixos Premium Magawish Suites & Villas, located in the heart of the Egyptian city of Hurghada, also offers royal accommodation. The suites offer more than just a private garden, pool, or sea view. Among the exclusive services, there is even a personal butler service. This hotel may appeal to fans of scuba diving and water extreme sports. The hotel has its own diving and surfing club.