If you’re planning your dream vacation or ‘vacation of a lifetime’, you’ll want to find somewhere to stay that is as comfortable and luxurious as possible. Below are some different types of luxury accommodations to be found around the world. I may not have quite touched on every possibility, but by the end of the article, I hope you’ll be much more informed as to the options available.
1. Boutique Luxury Hotels
A boutique luxury hotel can be thought of as a scaled-down hotel. In contrast to some giant mega-hotels, which can house hundreds of guests, the boutique luxury hotel sacrifices quantity for quality. These types of luxury hotels tend to house a small number of guests in extremely luxurious dwellings equipped with all the amenities and full hotel services. Small Luxury Hotels of the World has the widest collection of these types of hotels.
2. Five-Star Hotels & Resorts
5-star hotels and resorts offer some of the most luxurious rooms, the most dazzling views, some of the finest cuisine, and the most impeccable service to be found anywhere. Resorts and 5-star hotels have an atmosphere of their own. Among the biggest names known worldwide are Shangri-la Hotel, Sofitel, Four Seasons, Intercontinental, Conrad, Ritz Carlton, and many more.
3. Private Villas & Home Vacation Rentals
Private villas are extremely elegant dwellings constructed in some of the world’s most beautiful locations. Their counterparts, the home vacation rental, are slightly less well-dressed dwellings that are effectively normal homes available for rent. Villas, in contrast, spare no expense in outfitting themselves with every luxury available. Private villas and home vacation rentals are available anywhere in the world, but the best ones can be found in the Caribbean, Hawaii, France, Greece, Thailand, Indonesia, Italy, Spain, and more.
4. Chalets
The term “chalet” began its existence, describing the huts occupied by Arpitan herders. Later, it was adapted to refer to a type of Swiss house constructed from wood with a gently sloping roof featuring eaves at right angles. When the Alpine travel business became popular, the term chalet moved more into general usage to describe a wide variety of vacation rentals, not necessarily in an Alpine style, though frequently located in the mountains and near ski slopes. Go browse The Luxury Signature’s chalet collections to find a roster of the finest chalets to rent.
5. Château
From the French word describing the house or manor of a major lord or nobility, in modern usage, the château refers to a grand if somewhat medieval construct. In recent years, some of these sites have been renovated and re-purposed as luxury hotels or inns. With more in common with a castle than a modern home, the château offers visitors an intriguing place to stay.
6. Penthouses
At the apex of every luxury hotel, condo, or apartment is one room above them all – not only in its literal physical position but also typically in its amenities and comforts. The penthouse is almost always decked out in the very best the building has to offer, featuring massive rooms, stunning views, multiple rooms, private hot tubs and much more depending on location. Airbnb.com can be a great way of finding your next penthouse accommodation anywhere in the world.
7. Luxury Yachts
If none of the dwellings above suit your fancy, maybe you’d prefer to take up your accommodations on a luxury yacht. On board, you will find yourself wanting none of the luxuries of a 5-star hotel since they are all provided and personalized on these luxurious sea-faring accommodations. Luxury yachts can be available to charter for a few hours or days as you wish to lavish one on yourself.
Hopefully, this has given you some insight into what accommodations are available for your next travel. Plan carefully! Be sure to explore every available option that suits your requirements before making a reservation.
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Featured Photo: A breathtaking view from a hotel lobby in the heart of Tokyo by Marek Okon via Unsplash.
Sylvain is the Managing Director at The Luxury Signature and oversees the bookings/reservations department. He often travels around Asia, mainly in the islands of Phuket, Koh Samui, and Bali, inspecting luxury villas, connecting with villa owners, partners, and guests.
