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INTRODUCES
STYLISH HOTELS IN EPIC LANDSCAPES
Small
Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) is celebrating the month of love by
introducing three new romantic hotels in breathtaking destinations including
Comporta in Portugal, Raa Atoll in The Maldives and Santa Teresa de Cobano in
Costa Rica. Each hotel blends into its natural environment, surrounded by lush
vegetation and offering unparalleled sea views that are meant to be enjoyed
with loved ones. Ski lovers will also be delighted with the introduction of two
elegant mountain retreats in South Tyrol and Zermatt that fuse contemporary
style with Alpine chalet charm. These latest SLH member hotels offer an ideal
snapshot of the independently minded portfolio. Visit www.slh.com to find out
more.
Quinta Da Comporta Wellness Retreat, Comporta,
Portugal
61 Deluxe rooms, 4 Pool
Villas and three bedrooms from MYR1,350 per night including breakfast
Opens 15th March
2019
Located
in the heart of Comporta’s idyllic village, Quinta da
Comporta is the new sustainable signature project envisioned and
designed by renowned Portuguese architect, Miguel Câncio Martins. Nestled on a
stunning 17-hectare estate, surrounded by undulating umbrella pines and cork
trees, wild sand dunes, stunning rice fields and over 60km of pristine, white-sand
beaches, the hotel features whitewashed walls and cool-toned touches,
reflective of both traditional Portuguese style and contemporary design. Each
room has a luxurious beach hut feel, with rustic-style furniture drawn from a
natural colour palette and sun-bleached woods that merge seamlessly with the
hotel’s beautiful surroundings. The restaurant serves organic and fresh produce
that is locally sourced and harvested in the hotel’s Bio Garden. Rising out of
the Rice Fields just over the heated Infinity Pool, Oryza Spa uses rice as the
core element of inspiration, sourcing its health and holistic benefits through
the development of innovative treatments and products that are exclusive to the
spa.
SLH
Insider Tip: Guests should pay a visit to Comporta Café on Comporta beach, a
rustic lounge bar featuring a row of white cabanas and DJs spinning house music
at sunset. It is a great place to enjoy a cocktail or a plate of seafood.
Faarufushi Maldives, Raa Atoll, Maldives
80 rooms from MYR3,577 per night including
breakfast and dinner
Opens March 2019
Bringing barefoot luxury to the
remote northern Raa Atoll, Faarufushi Maldives will welcome guests from March 2019 with 80
spacious villas that offer a striking realisation of contemporary design amidst
a naturally stunning seascape. Hidden among palm trees are 10 Beach Bungalows
and 27 Beach Retreats, whilst 39 sleek Ocean Retreats with Pool are positioned
over the island’s sparkling azure lagoon. For the ultimate indulgence, the
Island Residence comes complete with an individual expansive infinity pool
overlooking at its very own stretch of the Indian Ocean. The hotel’s Nika Spa
blends into the lush vegetation of the island with six treatment rooms and a
garden compound with a hydro pool surrounded by outdoor lounges and relaxation
pavilions. The Faarufushi house reef boasts magnificent coral overhangs and
swim throughs, allowing guests to discover the abundant marine life that lies
beneath the waves. This spectacular reef will be the ideal experience for
divers and snorkelers alike.
SLH
Insider Tip: At the reef’s edge, the overwater bar with alfresco seating provides
the perfect sunset view as well as a great location to enjoy floral and
tea-inspired cocktails.
Hotel Nantipa, Santa Teresa de Cobano, Costa Rica
15 rooms from MYR1,493 per night including
breakfast
Opens February 2019
Immersed
in the surf culture of Santa Teresa on the Nicoya Peninsula, Hotel
Nantipa is set to make waves in this picturesque part of Costa Rica with
every design element inspired by the ocean and the sky – right down to its
name, which means ‘blue’ in the native Nicoya tribal language. The cloud-nine
boutique retreat offers beach-edge suites and bungalows with hammocks and
garden, pool or ocean views ensuring guests have the sand between their toes
and the soothing sound of the sea in their ears from dusk til dawn. Beautifully
positioned right on the beach, Nantipa’s restaurant serves creative Costa Rican
cuisine with a side of sunset views. The zingy ceviche assortments and the
grilled seafood are staples on the authentic menu that also features favourites
like tacos, gallos, casados among other local delicacies. With the
wildlife-rich jungle behind and the ocean in front, there is plenty to do in the
area from surf lessons and beach horseback riding to visiting the mighty
Montezuma Waterfall or taking a boat to the talcum powder sands of Tortuga
Island.
SLH
Insider Tip: The beach in front of Nantipa has scenic rocks with small
tide pools perfect for children to dip in before enjoying a swim in the 270
square meters pool at the center of the property.
Hotel Schweizerhof, Zermatt, Switzerland
95 rooms from MYR1,595 per night including
breakfast
Re-opened 21st December
2018
Recently acquired by Michel
Reybier, the iconic Schweizerhof Zermatt at the foot of the Matterhorn in the heart of
The Alps, re-opened on 21stDecember, transformed, ready for the 2019
ski season. The new style is warm and bold, with alpine charm, including soft
rugs and wood which are present throughout. Some of the in-room technology
includes Chromecast devices for screen mirroring, Netflix and Spotify account
access, smart lighting control and RFID room keys. A client app also enables
guests to book their table and pay their bill, book spa treatments, open their
room, speak with the in-house teams, reserve ski equipment and check the slope
conditions. The Spa by Schweizerhof offers an exclusive list of spa treatments
created with cosmeceutical products from Nescens, the Swiss anti-ageing
science. Guests will also be kept entertained with an indoor swimming pool,
three saunas open 24/7, a Turkish bath and a fitness centre, while yoga
masterclass and private fitness coach are also available.
SLH
Insider Tip: The Valais region is honoured in each dish at the hotel’s
Cheese Factory: a table with a decidedly Swiss “stübli” feel, where raclette
and fondue can be shared in an atmosphere roused by the Alpen horn and Swiss
folk music. Try one of the unashamedly rich desserts on the menu including the
meringue with red berries served with Gruyère double cream.
Hotel
Montchalet, South Tyrol, Italy
17 rooms from MYR2,100 per night including
breakfast
Set
in the idyllic mountain village of Ortisei, in Val Gardena, Hotel
Montchalet is surrounded by the soaring natural wonders of the
Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The property combines four ranges of
luxury suites (silver, gold, platinum and VIP) featuring pebble tones and crisp
whites, silver tints and charcoal accents – alongside beautifully exposed wood.
Some of the suites even include their own private infrared saunas as well as
steam baths and outdoor Jacuzzis. Its spa and wellness area has been
designed to ensure deep relaxation boasting unique facilities such as futuristic floating sunbeds by NU RELAX, an
indoor pool, experience showers and a fitness area with Technogym machines.
When it comes to gastronomy, the smartly-dressed dining room exudes a sense of
high-altitude glitz serving wellness cuisine with reimagined traditional
Tyrolean recipes. The property provides daily Maserati transfers to Europe’s
finest slopes as well as sleigh rides and snowshoeing during the winter.
SLH
Insider Tip: Guests
looking to enjoy active holidays need only ask the hotel’s knowledgeable
concierge team. From organising golf or tennis lessons, mountain biking,
paragliding to hiking routes in the Dolomites, they know the region like the
back of their hands.
And in other news...
Casa
Madrona Hotel & Spa Completes Multi-Million Wellness Renovation –
Sausalito, USA
Overlooking Sausalito's
boat-filled harbour on Richardson's Bay, Casa Madrona Hotel & Spa is unveiling a multi-million-dollar renovation
with a focus on the lobby and a new Wellness Experience. The recent renovation
focused on the following spaces: newly constructed modern lobby with 20 foot
stone wall and co-working space; the spa with three bright treatment rooms; a
dedicated Wellness Courtyard with a 62-inch television featuring
Fitness-On-Demand workouts; and nine dedicated Wellness Guest Rooms, with tech
forward amenities. The final stage of the renovation, due to be completed in
Spring 2019, is a cutting-edge fitness room with Peloton spin bikes and
classes. Giving guests a glance into the future, Casa Madrona will be the first
hotel to introduce a sleep fitness program leveraging innovative technology and
personal biometrics.
Rockliffe
Hall’s Gym Gets Makeover – Darlington, United Kingdom
Rockliffe
Hall has invested £200,000 in a complete refurbishment of its gym to
help maintain the five red star resort’s position as one of the most
prestigious in the UK. The gym includes the most up-to-date cardio, resistance
and functional training equipment from Technogym, official supplier to the
Olympic and Paralympic Games for the last two decades. Rockliffe Hall’s gym has
also been completely redecorated to finish off its fresh new look. The
new-look gym also includes a larger free-weight and functional area, while
retaining the Kinesis Wall and MyWellness software.
Stein
Eriksen Residences Unveils New Restaurant The 7-8-8-0 Club - Utah, USA
Stein
Eriksen Residences, the finest mountain lodging experience in modern
luxury, welcomes guests to its onsite dining establishment, The 7-8-8-0 Club,
now open for the 2019 winter season. The latest addition to Stein Collection’s
world-renowned restaurants, The 7-8-8-0 Club features an innovative menu of new
favourites and savoury foods with convenient ski-out/ski-in access for skiers
enjoying the slopes of Deer Valley Resort. Menu items include delectable dishes like Short
Rib Poutine, Edamame & Cashew Hummus with Crudité Vegetables, and Utah
Smoked Trout Mousse. Winter season brings an après-ski experience that is
impeccably complemented by the spectacular snow-capped mountain views while
cool summer nights pair perfectly with the open terrace and inviting fire pits
– not to mention the expansive vistas.
Mi
Amor Presents A New Program of Culinary Styles that Deliciously Push the
Boundaries – Tulum, Mexico
Headed
by award-winning Chef Paul Bentley, Mi Amor’s culinary program broadens its horizons
with an exciting program of guest chefs. The series runs through May, with one
dinner per month, welcoming diners interested in new urban flavour sensations
and fanciful cocktails. The dates and menus for the upcoming months are April
19, Justin Smillie from Upland Restaurant in New York will be introducing a
menu of Asian and Italian influences with a California overtone; and May 29,
Chef Christian Page from Los Angeles will be offering an evening of
Mediterranean fare. Jasper Soffer of NYC’s acclaimed Mulberry Project has also
designed an ingredient-driven cocktail program exclusively for Mi Amor,
categorized under such headings as Gin & Tonic, Champagne Cocktails, or
with fun creations like Sonny & Cher, a tangy mix of tangerine and Aperol.
Eat
Jersey Food Festival Returns to The Atlantic Hotel in March 2019 – Jersey,
Channel Islands
Celebrating
25 years of SLH membership this year, The
Atlantic Hotel will be toasting the return of the Eat Jersey Food Festival from 22nd to
23rd March 2019 with two events at the Ocean Restaurant. On
Friday 22nd March, Executive Chef Will Holland will be joined by a
line-up of acclaimed chefs from Jersey and Britain to celebrate the finest
island produce and dining. On Saturday 23rd March, Ocean Restaurant embraces
‘Social Saturday’, an exclusive pop-up restaurant for one day only in
partnership with the renowned Social Eating House, London. Will Holland will be
joined by Chef Patron Paul Hood for a collaborative ‘four-hands’ menu of dishes
for lunch and dinner service.
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