Views That Stay With You
Some places stay with us long after we leave, not because of the amenities or service, but because of the view framed before our eyes. Around the world, many hotels remind us that travel is as much about perspective as it is about place. These destination offers a unique angle on beauty, ensuring that moments linger long after you fly home. Let’s journey through 20 of the best ones.
1. Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
Somewhere 57 stories high, the rooftop infinity pool at Marina Bay Sands stretches across three towers and offers breathtaking views of Singapore’s skyline. Guests gaze out over Gardens by the Bay by day and the famous light and water show by night.
2. Hôtel Plaza Athénée, Paris, France
Breakfast with the Eiffel Tower sparkling in view is a reality at Hôtel Plaza Athénée. Found on Avenue Montaigne, this Parisian landmark charms with red geranium-filled balconies and sweeping skyline vistas. Being featured in fashion shows and films has helped this hotel’s fame.
Plaza Athenee Hotel: Paris' Luxury Haven |4k tour| by The Leading Traveler
3. Amangiri, Canyon Point, United States
In the heart of the desert and with rooms featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, Amangiri gives you views of mesas. Its pool is carved into a natural rock formation, while stargazing nights reveal dazzling skies. Spanning 600 wilderness acres, this resort is a sanctuary of privacy.
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4. Jade Mountain Resort, Soufrière, St. Lucia
Jade Mountain redefines luxury with open-air sanctuaries that dissolve boundaries between room and surroundings. Each suite has a private infinity pool facing the Caribbean Sea and the Pitons. The sanctuaries are accessed by individual bridges and accented with rugged stone columns.
5. Belmond Hotel Caruso, Ravello, Italy
Once an 11th-century palace, Belmond Hotel Caruso clings to Ravello’s cliffs a thousand feet above sea level. Its infinity pool overlooks lemon groves, often praised as among Europe’s most scenic. Today’s guests can go on private coastal boat tours arranged by the hotel.
Caruso | Belmond Legends by Belmond
6. Icehotel, Jukkasjärvi, Sweden
Every winter, Icehotel rises anew from blocks of ice cut from the nearby Torne River. Guests can sleep in beds made of ice or choose warm rooms while still enjoying the views. From the hotel grounds, the Northern Lights often dazzle.
7. Explora Patagonia, Torres Del Paine, Chile
Large windows at Explora Patagonia frame Lake Pehoé and the dramatic Paine Massif. The lodge offers over 40 guided hikes revealing breathtaking viewpoints. Blending wood and stone into the wild surroundings, guests commonly spot condors or even pumas without leaving the property.
Explora Hotel, Torres del Paine: All you need to know by Swoop Adventures
8. Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Shaped like a sail and rising 321 meters, Burj Al Arab Jumeirah is built on its own island and provides views of the Arabian Gulf. Helicopters land on the rooftop helipad, while the Skyview Bar towers 200 meters above sea level.
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9. Hotel Villa Honegg, Ennetbürgen, Switzerland
Hotel Villa Honegg pairs Alpine beauty with wellness luxury. Its year-round warm infinity pool overlooks Lake Lucerne from 914 meters above sea level, offering uninterrupted vistas. Originally a 1905 villa, the hotel has been reborn as one of Switzerland’s most delightful retreats.
10. The Fairmont Banff Springs, Banff, Canada
Known as the “Castle in the Rockies,” this grand hotel overlooks the Bow Valley and surrounding peaks. Opened in 1888, it’s now a Canadian National Historic Site. Guests admire alpine views from every room and watch elk and deer grazing on the grounds.
11. Soneva Jani, Noonu Atoll, Maldives
Overwater villas are surrounded by turquoise lagoons at Soneva Jani, each with private pools and lagoon access. Some feature retractable roofs, letting guests stargaze from bed. Playful water slides plunge into the lagoon, while one of the Maldives’ largest telescopes serves celestial views.
SONEVA JANI | Most luxurious resort in the Maldives (full tour in 4K) by Luxury Travel Expert
12. Ashford Castle, County Mayo, Ireland
Overlooking Lake Corrib and woodlands and once owned by the Guinness family, Ashford Castle offers rooms with sweeping garden and water views. Guests can arrive by boat, try falconry on the grounds, and enjoy the fairytale atmosphere.
13. Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort, Saariselkä, Finland
Glass igloos at Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort reveal dazzling Northern Lights above the Arctic Circle. With one of Europe’s clearest skies, guests enjoy unforgettable star-filled nights. Some igloos even include private saunas. Traditional log cabins with panoramic windows and husky sled rides complete this escape.
14. Post Ranch Inn, Big Sur, United States
Post Ranch Inn is 1,200 feet above the Pacific and blends into redwoods and mountains. Rooms feature dramatic coastal views, and some suites add outdoor hot tubs overlooking the ocean. Humpback whales pass by the property’s lookout decks.
15. Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra, India
Only 600 meters from the Taj Mahal, Oberoi Amarvilas ensures every room faces the iconic monument. Guests can ride by golf cart straight to the Taj Mahal entrance. Built with sandstone and marble to echo the Taj, the hotel offers unparalleled views of this great landmark.
The Oberoi Amarvilas (India): SPECTACULAR hotel close to the Taj Mahal by Luxury Travel Expert
16. La Mamounia, Marrakech, Morocco
This hotel charms with gardens that reveal the Atlas Mountains and Koutoubia Mosque. Olive and citrus trees fill its gardens. Located just outside the medina, the hotel’s spa was awarded the Best Spa in Morocco by the World Luxury Spa Awards 2022.
17. Santorini Secret Suites & Spa, Santorini, Greece
Santorini Secret Suites delivers iconic Aegean views from its Oia cliffs location. Guests savor sunsets from private terraces, while the infinity pool appears to merge with the caldera below. Its picture-perfect scenery makes it one of Greece’s most photographed hotels.
Santorini Secret Suites & Spas by Video Vision 360
18. Hotel Fasano, Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
Overlooking Ipanema Beach, Hotel Fasano is a chic spot. Its rooftop infinity pool attracts travelers and locals alike for sunset views. Located in the heart of Ipanema, the hotel pairs city and beach panoramas with stylish interiors by Philippe Starck.
Grand Hotel Fasano - Official Video 2023 by Grand Hotel Fasano
19. Longitude 131°, Yulara, Australia
Luxury tents at Longitude 131° face Uluru, the world’s largest sandstone monolith. Guests awaken to sunrise through large windows and fall asleep beneath thousands of stars, thanks to zero light pollution. Guided walks lead to dramatic sunset vantage points.
Longitude 131° - Ultimate Luxury at Australia's Red Centre by The Tailor
20. Hotel Arctic, Ilulissat, Greenland
The world’s northernmost 4-star retreat overlooks the Ilulissat Icefjord. From their rooms, guests watch vast icebergs drifting past. They can also stay in cliffside igloo cabins for something unique. In summer, the midnight sun shines endlessly over this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
