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Our Favorite City Hotels For an Authentic Stay
Arthouse Hotel New York New York, NY
New York may be the city that never sleeps, but the Upper West Side is a handcarved four-poster king with fine linens. In this calm residential neighborhood, where worldly refinement emanates from every corner, the inviting Arthouse Hotel is a breath of fresh air, celebrating creativity and community. Regardless of if you've been to New York before, arriving at Arthouse feels pleasantly familiar — like you're being warmly welcomed back home. With its prime location, exceptional service, and a bar serving wonderful drinks and snacks, it's perfect for travelers seeking a memorable stay in the Big Apple.
Eau Palm Beach is the epitome of a rejuvenating sanctuary, set against Florida's gold coast. Upon arrival, a welcome glass of champagne in the lobby immediately sets a luxurious tone. The rooms, the most spacious on Palm Beach Island, are designed by Jonathan Adler and feature private balconies with hanging chairs for ocean gazing. Dining here is an unending culinary journey, from Bōken's sushi to Polpo Palm Beach's Italian flavors. But it's the Forbes Five-Star spa (one of only 49 in the US) that truly elevates the experience. Here, you can indulge in treatments in open-air garden settings or even customize your own body scrub at the Scrub and Polish Bar. For the ultimate in luxury, book the Eau Lanai Terrace Suite, offering a private garden and easy access to the resort's pools.
For a truly unique London experience, drop anchor at Sea Containers London, a marvelous hotel that evokes the ambiance of a 1920s transatlantic cruise liner docked on the south bank of the River Thames. The location is unbeatable—to get to the Tate Modern and The London Eye it only takes a minutes-long walk along the Thames. The offerings are glamorous, including many rooms with river views or patios, a dream spa with a plethora of treatments made onsite, and three distinct places to drink & dine, including an award-winning, ingredient-driven cocktail bar from mixologist Ryan Chetiyawardana and an eclectic rooftop bar and terrace overlooking the city and river.
Just steps from the beating heart of Nashville, Music Row, this boutique hotel is the perfect base from which to experience the city's boundless creativity. Catch homegrown live acts at Analog, the intimate on-site music venue, or kick back in the Vinyl Library and immerse yourself in some classics. The rooms and suites offer all the fixings you could imagine, from granite bathrooms with rainfall showers to floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the city. There are even Writers Studios with state-of-the-art equipment if you want to live your dream of being a rockstar, even if only for the day. And thanks to the hotel's prime location, you're never too far from any of Nashville's excellent bars, restaurants, or cultural attractions.
From the food to the aptly-named French Quarter, New Orleans is proud of its former life as a French colony. Embrace that heritage wholeheartedly at Maison de la Luz, a spectacular hotel by the brilliant minds at Atelier Ace, where light and airy French-inspired design combine with the soul of New Orleans to create an eclectic, lush experience you won't soon forget. From fresh coffee delivered to your room each morning to an honor bar in the guests-only Living Room at night, the hospitality here is astounding, and with access to all the amenities at the nearby Ace Hotel New Orleans, you have endless spaces to gather, create, and dream.
