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The definitive lists. Ranked, argued over and settled by editors who have stayed in every entry, then re-argued each season.

Top ListsBeyond summer: nine European hotels for off-season travelWhy late spring and early autumn are quietly becoming the best time to book Europe's finest addresses23 AugTop ListsThe Five European Openings of 2026From a private island off the Riviera to a resurrected retreat on the Adriatic, these are the new hotels that earned their attention.Europe · 04 JulTop ListsNew York: The EditNew York has never wanted for fine hotels, but these five stand apart for their distinct character and unwavering commitment to service.New York, USA · 12 JulTop ListsFive Courts Worth the JourneyA hotel tennis court is rarely the main event, but these five extraordinary settings make a compelling case for packing your racquet.Global · 07 JulTop ListsThe Art of DisconnectingThe most effective digital detox begins not with leaving your phone behind, but with arriving somewhere so complete that you forget to reach for it.Worldwide · 13 JulTop ListsFour Hotels Built for StargazingFrom the Namib desert to the shores of Maui, these properties are designed with the night sky in mind.Global · 13 JulTop ListsFive Hotels Built For TwoThese are properties designed with intent, where every detail conspires to create a world for two people.Worldwide · 13 Jul