Modern architecture in landscape hotels has redefined the way we experience the world's most stunning natural settings. Take, for instance, Juvet, a pioneer in the landscape hotel concept, seamlessly blending Scandinavian nature with sleek, functional design. Set within Valldal's breathtaking mountain and stream-laden terrain, Juvet's individually crafted landscape rooms offer a harmonious connection with the outdoors through expansive floor-to-ceiling windows. In Camps Bay, South Africa, the POD Boutique Hotel redefines beachfront luxury with its meticulously designed rooms featuring live-edge wood with granite accents and panoramic ocean views. Meanwhile, Italy's Il Sereno embraces the elegance of Lake Como, fusing contemporary style with nods to local culture, including captivating vertical gardens by botanist Patrick Blanc. Hotel Escondido in Oaxaca, Mexico, lives up to its name by offering secluded palapas with private pools, an infinity pool with mesmerizing beach views, and a tranquil spa retreat. Finally, Aire de Bardenas in Spain's Navarre province stands as an architectural marvel amidst the vast expanse of Bardenas National Park, offering guests a chance to revel in the surreal desert landscape from their cube-shaped rooms or bubbles with outdoor bathtubs. These landscape hotels exemplify the marriage of modern design and breathtaking natural beauty, redefining the art of accommodation.
“Scandinavian design. Panoramic glass windows. The magic of fresh mountain water. Feeling alive. ”
Juvet Landscape Hotel
NORWAY
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Juvet is one of the original landscape hotels, incorporating pure Scandinavian nature with modern, functional design, created by the Norwegian architects Jensen and Skodvin. Originally a 17th-century farm, the hotel is located in Valldal, Norway, surrounded by mountains and streams, with the name itself meaning ‘canyon’.
The seven landscape rooms are built individually into the landscape along the bank of the Valldøla river. No room is designed the same, with all the furniture being locally produced in the region of Sunnmøre. The architect's vision of achieving a sense of well-being with minimal design comes through with floor-to-ceiling windows, which let light and nature in. See the mountains from your bed as soon as you open your eyes. Alternatively, stay in one of two Bird Houses amongst the trees or the 2 bedroom Writer’s Lodge complete with a terrace and a workspace.
Pod Camps Bay
SOUTH AFRICA
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Camps Bay, a trendy suburb of Cape Town, sits between the majestic cliffs of Table Mountain and the navy blue Atlantic Ocean. POD Boutique Hotel is located directly across from Camps Bay Beach. Choose between 15 beautifully designed rooms, with modern live-edge wood and granite touches, and floor-to-ceiling glass windows. Three suites have private plunge pools, and the POD's wraparound pool terrace overlooks the ocean. Enjoy breathtaking views of the water or the 12 Apostles Mountain Range, while sipping a Caipirinha.
Il Sereno
ITALY
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Il Sereno is a modern boutique hotel, located on the banks of the infamous Lake Como, in Italy. Surrounded by picturesque mountains and dark teal water, the intimate hotel brings fresh contemporary luxury to the area. The design is inspired by Lake Como's history and culture, with the vertical gardens and sculptures, inspired by the colours and the movement of the lake. (specially created by botanist Patrick Blanc)
There are 30 lake front suites to choose from, complete with private terraces, lake views and floor-to-ceiling windows with plenty of natural light. Guests have a private beach, a fresh water infinity pool stretching over the lake, a full-service spa, and 3 classic wooden boats designed by Ernesto Riva available for the use.
Hotel Escondido
MEXICO
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Escondido, means "hidden" and the name really speaks for itself. Located in the state of Oaxaca, Hotel Escondido sits on a secluded beach, not far away from Puerto Escondido, Mexico’s surf paradise. Choose one of the sixteen design palapas with individual pools and terraces, all facing the beach. Take a swim in the long infinity pool, built parallel to the coast. Visit the spa for traditional Mexican treatments and really enjoy being away from it all.
Aire de Bardenas
SPAIN
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Aire de Bardenas is a modern hotel on the edge of Bardenas National Park – the largest desert in Europe, located in the northern province of Navarre, Spain. Surrounded by a wheat field, the hotel presents a unique setting, combined with a futuristic design and award-winning architecture. Stay in one the “cubes” or “bubbles”, with views to the desert; some with private gardens and large outdoor bathtubs. See spectacular sunrises and sunsets over the completely unobstructed horizon.
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