Samokatus Hotels

Address Montgomerie is an exclusive 5-star boutique resort set in the prestigious Emirates Hills of Dubai, featuring an 18-hole championship golf course. With just 22 elegant rooms, it offers a tranquil escape from the city noise, complete with lush green views, a scenic pool, and a highly praised spa. It is an ideal getaway for golf enthusiasts, couples, and those seeking serene relaxation.

Akra Antalya — a polished seaside city-hotel on Antalya’s Lara coastline — draws praise for sweeping sea-and-mountain views, an excellent multi-restaurant food offer (notable breakfast spread), well-kept pools and a modern spa. Staff service is frequently singled out with several guests naming employees who went above and beyond; a few isolated complaints (noise, rare maintenance issues, and infrequent allegations of poor treatment) appear among otherwise glowing reviews.

Set inside the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, Al Maha offers secluded Bedouin‑style villas with private heated pools, abundant wildlife views and curated desert activities. Reviewers praise flawless service, gourmet dining and absolute privacy — a pricey but widely recommended refuge from the city.

A boutique beachfront resort on Natai/Khok Kloi beach offering private villas, ocean-view lofts and a calm, sunset-facing shoreline. Guests repeatedly praise personalized service, wellness programmes and a peaceful atmosphere; occasional isolated complaints mention slow food service or insect sightings in some villas.

A tranquil boutique resort tucked away in a scenic coconut grove in East Bali, famous for its exceptional hospitality and peaceful seaside setting. Guests can enjoy a stunning oceanfront pool, limited but delicious à la carte breakfast, and a slow, restorative pace of life away from the crowded south.

Set in the bustling Jing'an district, Alila Shanghai is a spectacular urban resort transformed from the former Four Seasons. Designed as a peaceful Zen oasis, it offers spacious rooms, exceptional butler service, and outstanding dining options. However, guests should be prepared for minor room automation issues and occasional low-frequency AC noise.