VillaVerde

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The Aparthotel VillaVerde in Algund near Merano is almost too good to be true. It's not an off-the-rack stay, but a travel experience with character in spades, somewhere between nature and city life. The fully equipped apartments, ranging from medium to extra-large, are the product of creative minds that think sustainably and away from the mainstream. Fresh ideas, familiar charm and a lot of attention to detail meet here in the best way. For the interior, soft colors and clear shapes have been combined with handmade vintage touches. The warmest recommendation is the in-house spa with saunas, a steam bath and a natural bathing pond. And thanks to the all-round sustainable approach at VillaVerde, you even do your part for the environment with every vacation.

VillaVerde
Alte Landstraße 12, 39022 Algund, South Tyrol
Web: villaverde-meran.com
Tel.: +39 0473 861600

Die HOCHKÖNIGIN

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Located in the heart of Maria Alm, the hotel die Hochkönigin offers everything you need for a perfect vacation in the mountains. While there's a guarantee of snow into March and April up in the mountains, spring is well on the way down in the valley. Extensive hiking tours in the sun are on the agenda, as are skiing or tobogganing. The special alpine design of the hotel and the use of wood in combination with modern elements and shapes create a warm and cozy atmosphere. At the in-house QUEEN SPA, relaxation awaits. How about a dive in the infinity pool in front of a dreamlike mountain panorama? A unique experience.

die HOCHKÖNIGIN - Mountain Resort
Hochkönigstraße 27, 5761 Maria Alm, Salzburg, Austria
Web: hochkoenigin.com
Tel.: +43 6584 7447

THE GERLOS

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The design hotel Garni - DAS GERLOS in the heart of the Zillertal Alps is outright futuristic. The golden-beige facade of the curved building shimmers in the sunlight, while inside you encounter a more classic, minimalist, cozy interior. The hotel is smart, small and simple, but in no way sacrifices style or luxury. Special highlights are the clean lines, the rooftop bar and the green wall in the lobby, hung with palm trees and climbing ivy for that extra wow factor. Quite simply, DAS GERLOS is perfect for anyone who can't get enough of mountains, nature, sustainability and simple design. 

Designhotel Garni - DAS GERLOS
Gerlos 182, 6281 Gerlos, Zillertal, Austria
Web: dasgerlos.com
Tel.: +43 5284 94100

Ikador Luxury Boutique Hotel & SPA

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Those who are drawn to Croatia might find their perfect vacation hideaway at the Ikador. Only nine rooms and seven suites comprise the boutique hotel – and the atmosphere is all the more quaint for it. With the Opatija Riviera right on its doorstep, you can enjoy an almost majestic sea view here – especially from the unique spa terraces. Speaking of the spa, special emphasis has been placed on signature treatments and a range of other wellness benefits at the Ikador. A relaxing time-out in the seawater pool? No problem. Thanks to the partnership with Italian yacht brand Riva, some areas of the hotel, including the pool bar and part of the Nobilion restaurant, are designed in the style of Riva ships. Of course, guests also have access to a Riva Aquariva boat, which is a great way to cruise the Croatian sea. 

Ikador Luxury Boutique Hotel & SPA
Ul. Svetog Nikole 2, 51410 Opatija, Croatia
Web: ikador.com.
Tel.: +385 51 207 020

NoMad London

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With the Royal Opera House on the doorstep, Covent Garden shopping and the Thames within walking distance, the NoMad Hotel in London is the perfect retreat for adventurers and city slickers. The building alone exudes history; it was once home to a courthouse and police station. Today, it houses a top-class boutique hotel, perfectly embodying the flair of the 1920s for the modern era. Special design details, such as the large courtyard restaurant glass house, traditionally decorated with countless hanging plants, will immediately catch the eye.

NoMad Hotel
Old Police Station Entrance, 28 Bow St, London WC2E 7AW, United Kingdom
Web: thenomadhotel.com
Tel.:  +44 20 3906 1600

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