3 of the Hottest New Hotels to Book for Design

The pools at Nekajui are designed to make ultimate use of the lush surroundings.

Rafael Luhrs/Nekajui, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve

Nothing channels a sense of place quite like contemporary textiles and furniture inspired by a region’s generations-old crafts traditions, and this ultra-luxe new resort in a lush corner of Costa Rica leans into its environs with architecture inspired by the charming old haciendas of  Guanacaste. Pieces by local artisans are incporporated at every turn, from Latin American artwork to wood-carved details in the rooms to textiles inspired by the Sabanero culture. Nature is the other muse here, with lines blurred between outdoor and indoor living. You’ll be spending most of your stay immersed in these natural surroundings, from hiking through the verdant terrain to riding the funicular down to the private beach club, so bring plenty of stylish swimwear and some active gear to be ready for every adventure.

The Emory, London’s first all-suite hotel, is from the same luxury stalwarts as Claridge’s and the Connaught.

Kensington Leverne

Nestled between the tony enclaves of Belgravia and Knightsbridge and across from Hyde Park, the Emory is an elegant new addition to London’s posh hotel scene courtesy the same luxury stalwarts behind Claridge’s, the Connaught, and the Berkeley. When guests arrive at the city’s first all-suite hotel—typically in one of the property’s electric BMW i7s—they’re likely to wonder if they’ve found themselves at a high-end art gallery, brimming with works by artists like Damien Hirst. Six high-profile designers—including Pierre Yves Rochon, Alexandra Champalimaud, and Patricia Urquiola—divvied up the 9 floors to create distinct, discreet interiors across the 61 rooms. Everything about the Emory whispers quiet luxury, so your wardrobe should follow suit—bring your finest cashmeres, silks, and wools, and leave the loud labels and bold patterns at home.

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