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Ideas from the World’s Most Indulgent Hospitality

The world’s most luxurious hotel interiors are much more than a place to stay. From the moment you arrive, it’s clear that every detail has been considered and no element of comfort has been overlooked. There’s a sense of being totally looked after that’s unmistakably alluring.

The appeal of the best hotels is that they feel like a cocoon of perfectly balanced relaxation and sophistication. It’s not just the sumptuous furnishings; it’s the impeccable attention to detail. The service, the finishes, even the way the light softly glows – it’s a symphony of refinement that makes every guest feel important.

Certainly, for the road-weary traveller, there’s no place like home. But there are some things you very well might want to take along with you.

The Secret of Luxury Hotel Interiors

The thing is, what makes a luxury hotel feel luxurious and special is not just one thing. It’s not just the exquisite aesthetics…or the plush textures…or the gorgeous food…or the sophisticated palette…or the stunning artwork…or the excellent linens…the soft lighting…or even the thoughtfulness of the staff. It’s the considered mix of all of those things, and more…

It’s the overall experience that’s the true secret of that wonderful feeling. And it’s absolutely possible to have the best of both worlds – the special feeling of luxury hotel interiors in the completely bespoke privacy of home.

Decoding the Allure of Luxury Hotel Interior Design

To achieve that all-encompassing ambiance, there are layers of nuance and consideration that create the design concept. The world’s most wonderful hotels offer surprise and delight in every element.

Celebrate the details

In the places with the most luxurious sense of hospitality, no detail is too small to attend to, whether it’s the feel of the doorknob, the height of the bed, or the texture of the cushions.

Delight the senses

The most memorable hospitality is a full body experience – plush and pleasing textures, harmonious and varied visuals, interesting music, wonderful scents.

Make a statement

Luxurious hotels are not afraid to make a statement with interior design – they want your stay to be memorable. Decor and furnishings are selected with intent and displayed with flair.

Dramatise the walls

Many of the best hotels treat the walls themselves as artwork. Upholstering them, drenching them in colour or creating a panoramic mural are just a few of the options.

Frame the view

The best hotels are often in the most beautiful hotels, and they make the most of it: simply looking at the window is an absolute treat. Even if the view from every room isn’t noteworthy, making the most of the natural light with reflective surfaces or mirrors can add a sense of depth, dimension and space.

Phyto Bar at Fiac Revivo French Spa Resort

Elevate the everyday

Think beyond spalike and go for positively glamorous in the bathroom by adding unexpected touches like furniture and artwork, unexpected finishes and splashes of colour. It goes without saying to choose fixtures that are a pleasure to use everyday – and to treat yourself to the fluffiest towels, a deluxe bathrobe and the most indulgent toiletries.

Create thoughtful zones

Hotel rooms are a masterclass in zoning a space for multiple uses. Even a large suite will feature examples of designating areas for focus on work, relaxation and preparing for the day ahead.

8th floor hotel suite at The Standard Hotel London.

Use layered lighting

Lighting can make or break a room – it’s absolutely key. Don’t just rely on an overhead light – though a chandelier can make a fabulous statement. Elsewhere, mix ambient, task and accent lighting to create layers that set different moods. Lighting is enormously effective at transforming a space.

Anticipate every need

Whether it’s a table by the bed, a light in the entryway, or somewhere convenient to hang your coat, real luxury is about thoughtful touches that make life more seamless, more comfortable and more enjoyable.

Consider the context

Whether tropical or countryside, charming or cosmopolitan, the most impressive hotels manage to be both a celebration of the locale and a retreat from the intensity of life or travel.