ORIGINAL EXPERIENCES

Each of our Originals comes from a unique background and has an interesting story to tell. That’s why we asked them to dream up a package to showcase their hotel, and their city, especially for you.

Created exclusively for Design Hotels™, our Original Experiences offer guests the chance to get insider tips on unseen locations, venture into
untouched places, and get a behind the scenes look at striking properties around the world.

Be treated to local specialties and enjoy tailor-made tours, gain access to exclusive hot spots, or be guided through the city by one of our Originals themselves, gaining an insight into the lives of these creative spirits.

 

Zürich by 25hours Hotel Company

The newest property from the vanguard 25hours Hotel Company, the industrial-chic 25hours Hotel Zürich West, in the Swiss city's exciting, arts-filled fifth district, places the local environment at the core of its colorful design concept.

Münster by David Deilmann

In addition to rehabilitating Münster’s historic Germania Brewery, architect Andreas Deilmann introduced a brand-new, modern wing to the otherwise brick-and-stone complex, transforming the entire area into a vibrant destination for travellers and locals alike.

Venice by Marianna Serandrei

Under the audacious eye of Marianna Serandrei, Ca’ Pisani has become both an international art hub and the initiator of a new Venetian élan—ancient repubblica reinvented as cultural oasis.

Saalbach-Hinterglemm by Sepp & Martina Kröll

Just an hour away from Salzburg, Sepp and Martina Kröll have transformed a 14th-century family estate into a modern retreat that exudes organic warmth and comfort.

A new era of Mayan cuisine

Experience the best of modern Yucatán cuisine as Mateo Granados takes over the kitchen at Papaya Playa Project, a rough-luxe retreat in Tulum, Mexico, on a 900-meter stretch of virgin beach facing the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea.

Kitzbühel by Uschi Schelle-Müller

By marrying rustic charm with an international sense of styling, Uschi Schelle-Müller and her Hotel Kitzhof Mountain Design Resort celebrate the timeless grace of the Tyrolean way of life.

Oslo by Petter A. Stordalen

Environmentalist and philanthropist Petter A. Stordalen is not only preserving the environment, he’s reshaping it with an island hotel that’s setting a new standard for sustainability, art, and architecture.

Lake Como by Andrea Colzani

With his groundbreaking C-Hotel & Spa, Andrea Colzani is bringing a bold new sensibility and style to the Lake Como region.

London by Des Gunewardena & David Loewi

Des Gunewardena and David Loewi made their name crafting London's dining renaissance. Now with South Place, their first hotel, they are forging a new revival and following a lifelong calling.

Rügen by Moritz Lau-Engehausen

Architect and interior designer Moritz Lau-Engehausen's singular vision infuses CERÊS, an idyllic seaside haven on the German Baltic island of Rügen.

Barcelona by Pau Guardans

Pau Guardans, owner of Grand Hotel Central, seeks to connect guests with the rich local culture at their doorstep, from the artisans of the vibrant El Born neighborhood to the market-sourced cuisine prepared on site by renowned chef Ramon Freixa.

Sölden by Sigi & Elisabeth Grüner

World-class skier Sigi Grüner has always felt at home in Austria’s Ötztal Valley. His completely rebuilt Bergland Hotel Sölden means we can now all feel at home there, too.

Singapore by Loh Lik Peng

Combining a sense of artistic whimsy with cutting-edge design, Loh Lik Peng’s Wanderlust in Singapore’s Little India was created with adventurous travelers in mind.

Munich by Rudi Kull & Albert Weinzierl

The first Design Hotel™ to grace the streets of Munich, the Louis Hotel is a perfect reflection of the Bavarian capital in which it stands: chic, poised, and full of heart.

Koh Samui by Kasemtham Sornsong & Tirawan Songsawat

Experience the pure wonder of an open book at Kasemtham Sornsong & Tirawan Songsawat’s The Library, a high-concept eco-resort on the Thai island of Koh Samui

Valencia by Antonio Pérez Navarro

Antonio Pérez Navarro has created hotels that lead his guests into both the glorious past and the luxurious present all at once.

Nairobi by Shamim Ehsani

Creating a hotel that both defines a city and represents a nation is a daunting task. But it's one that Nairobi’s Shamim Ehsani and his family pulled off to masterful effect.

St. Moritz by Puri

After four decades of working for major hotel companies, Puri strikes out on his own with a soul-stirring ski lodge.