Samokatus Hotels

Perched at an altitude of 1,300 meters in the High Atlas Mountains, Sir Richard Branson's Kasbah Tamadot is a magical luxury retreat combining Moroccan heritage with exceptional service. Guests can choose between uniquely decorated rooms and lavish Berber tents featuring private hot tubs. This peaceful sanctuary is ideal for relaxation, hiking, and soaking in spectacular valley views, located just an hour's drive from Marrakech.

Set within two Renaissance palaces and Florence's largest private garden, this legendary five-star hotel pairs museum-grade frescoes with modern luxury. Guests can enjoy a Michelin-starred restaurant, a tranquil spa, and an outdoor pool, all while tucked away in a quiet sanctuary just 15 minutes from the Duomo.

An ultra-luxury urban resort set on Cape Town's vibrant V&A Waterfront, featuring the city's largest rooms with panoramic Table Mountain views. Guests can enjoy a private island spa, a heated pool oasis, and world-class dining, including the only Nobu in Southern Africa.

Nestled in elite Mayfair, The Connaught seamlessly fuses classic British heritage with modern luxury, boasting the world-famous Connaught Bar and Hélène Darroze's three-Michelin-starred restaurant. It is legendary for intuitive butler service and bespoke guest care that makes everyone feel at home.

Perched in the Nihonbashi Mitsui Tower, Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo delivers refined luxury with sweeping Tokyo skyline—and occasional Mount Fuji—views, highly praised service, and several Michelin-starred dining options. Reviews repeatedly single out the spa, thoughtful staff and dining experiences, though a number of guests mention that rooms show their age and occasional housekeeping slip-ups.