Colors of the World

An old-worldamansion rendered anew, a jungle enclave enriched sical decor, or a freestanding treehouse perched on the glittering Pacific coastline bold hotel design has the power to unleash the imagination and cement a sense of place. Beyond the scenic landscapes they occupy, these luxury properties are travel experiences in themselves, with scene-setting details spanning from clever color palettes and artisanal textures to historic architecture and bespoke furniture.

HOTEL BARDO Savannah, Georgia

Awash in shades of peachy pink and earthy green, Hotel Bardo brings maximalist flair to a historic mansion. “Our ‘riot clash’ aesthetic mixes traditional styles with contemporary touches,” says Huxley Hogeboom, an executive vice president at Left Lane Development. Don’t miss Club Bardo’s stylish alcoves, replete with original chandeliers and floors. 

PLAYA GRANDE BEACH CLUB

Río San Juan, Dominican Republic

Hidden along the Dominican Republic’s pristine northern coastline, this collection of pastel-hued bungalows brings Palm Beach wonderment to a tropical jungle setting. Designer Celerie Kemble weaves together antiques with elegant accents like light fixtures crafted from dried fruits. A textural highlight is the bar lined with pressed seashells. “I’ve never met a beach house that wasn’t improved by the speckled and intricately formed presence of some shells,” Kemble writes in her book Island Whimsy.

BROADWICK SOHO London