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Forty kilometres from Jodhpur, a 300-year-old ancestral home has become one of Rajasthan's most compelling places to stay. Chandelao Garh is not trying to be a resort. That is entirely the point
Fairmont Udaipur is scale, spectacle, and luxury moulded together into a destination wedding retreat
In 2026, hotel stays are being reshaped by travellers who expect more than a room. From personalised tech and quieter luxury to wellbeing-led design and seamless service, guests want stays that feel intuitive, immersive, and tailored
Spread across 76 acres near Madikeri, The Leela Coorg Forest Sanctuary blends wellness, luxury and the Western Ghats
Plantation stays in Coorg offer immersive escapes set within working coffee estates. Blending heritage bungalows, villas and homely retreats, they invite travellers to slow down and experience life shaped by nature, mist, and coffee culture
Ryokans offer a quiet alternative to modern hotels in Japan, built around tatami rooms, seasonal meals, and hot spring baths. This guide explores some of the country’s most notable stays, from remote river retreats to historic temple inns
From Amalfi Coast hideaways to Bali’s oceanfront retreats, explore the most breathtaking cliffside hotels around the world for your next luxury escape
Discover Tanzania’s most exceptional safari lodges, from the Serengeti plains to remote private reserves. Combining world-class wildlife, refined comfort and unforgettable settings, these stays offer the ultimate African safari experience
At Amrit Bhawan, director Varun Bajaj is reimagining Haridwar beyond pilgrimage. Through village visits, rose harvesting, and immersive local experiences, he reveals a more intimate side of the city shaped by landscape, culture, and the Ganga
Anand Shekhawat on why true sustainability begins with people, local land, and hospitality that feels human
Mother’s Day is best marked with time well spent by unwinding. These luxury stays offer calm surroundings, often set in forests, riversides, and heritage landscapes, where mothers can slow down and enjoy a break shaped by nature and quiet comfort
From luxury tented camps in Ranthambore to riverside lodges in Kanha, these wildlife retreats combine immersive safaris, refined hospitality, and front-row access to India’s tiger reserves
The Peninsula London pairs British elegance with an Asian philosophy of intuitive, uncompromising luxury
At Taru Villas – The Long House, architecture, space, and the coast come together to create a beach stay that feels personal, not performative
From winding forest paths to open valley views, Eagles Nest Dharamshala is designed for a slower, more mindful stay
A new wave of hotels is set to open in 2026, spanning wild landscapes and cultural capitals. Each one offers a distinct sense of place, with design, setting and experience carefully considered
Planning a long weekend? These five Himachal stays pair mountain views with thoughtful luxury for a restorative May break
Discover Patkote’s calm landscapes, local cuisine, and wildlife experiences at this serene Corbett retreat
From circuit-led expansion to experience-first stays, Sterling Holiday Resorts is rethinking how India travels today
Beyond tiger safaris, Corbett reveals river rituals, village life, Kumaoni food, and forest trails at Taj Corbett Resort & Spa
From Himalayan slopes to riverfront ghats and coastal skylines, these stays are all about the view, set in locations where you’ll naturally slow down and take it all in
At Taru Villas – Villu Wilpattu, the wilderness takes centre stage, with comfort designed to complement, not compete
India’s luxury nature retreats blend wilderness with quiet comfort, from Himalayan valleys to forested ghats and lakeside escapes. These stays focus on slow living, immersive landscapes, and thoughtful design rooted in nature and place
India’s art hotels blend design, heritage, and hospitality, where rooms, corridors, and public spaces become curated galleries shaped by artists, history, and place. From palaces to modern retreats, each stay carries its own visual story
Once Britain's Old War Office, The OWO now reveals a layered story of espionage, architecture and the women who worked behind its walls
Set above Sri Lanka’s cultural capital, Taru Villas – Kandy offers a slower, more reflective way to experience a city steeped in history
Sanctuary Amaidiyana is a new 23-key hotel by CGH Earth near Auroville, shaped around quiet living, sustainability, and slow, mindful experiences set close to nature on the peaceful edges of Tamil Nadu’s coastal belt
Art hotels bring together hospitality and curated collections, where paintings, sculpture and design are part of the space itself. From historic mansions to modern builds, each stay is shaped by a strong artistic identity
After a four-year hiatus, BTS reunited to create Arirang inside a secluded Beverly Hills villa, where the group lived and worked in one shared space making one of their most anticipated albums
From the shores of Kalutara to the cliffs of Tangalle, Anantara offers two distinct ways to experience Sri Lanka
What started as a work trip to Bhubaneswar ended with rooftop sunsets, soulful food, and a reminder to slow down a little
Tathastu Resorts launches its fifth jungle property, Tathastu Satpura, in Madhya Pradesh, offering villas, pool suites, immersive safaris and curated nature experiences in one of India’s most tranquil tiger reserves