Boutique Hotels & Resorts | Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Be Inspired

Can't decide between a relaxing beach holiday or a cultural city break?

December Sun

The gloom and doom of winter looms over many, but fear not – the sun will come up tomorrow if you head to the summer hotspots this winter.

CITY CENTRE HOTELS

Arts and culture? Festive winter breaks? Designer boutiques and buzzing nightlife? Historic sites and fine dining? Whatever you’re looking for, our small, city centre hotels put you at the heart of where it happens.

Spa Resorts

Balance mind and body, book an indulgent treat or simply seek out a bit of ‘me time’. With our collection of small, luxury spa resorts you’ll find the space to truly unwind.

Ski Resorts

Imagine racing down a thrilling ski run, mountain views opening out before you. Or perhaps gazing out across snow-covered scenery while you float in a private indoor pool.

Country House Hotels

Sink into a more leisurely pace of life with our exclusive country retreats. Time seems to stand still at these out-of-town havens, where days and nights are given over to total indulgence.

BEACH RESORTS

Hidden bays, pure white sands, swaying palms – there are times when only a beach holiday will do. At our selection of small but perfectly formed hotels, you’ll find those special spots that seem truly out of this world.

Adult Only Hotels

Boutique boltholes. Heavenly hideaways. When it’s a trip away for just the two of you, or a weekend with close friends, an exclusive adults-only escape can be just the ticket.

New Hotels

From chic tropical islands to stylish ski resorts, we've searched far and wide to bring you the world's most luxurious small hotels. Each month, we talk to hundreds of independent hoteliers - but only invite a select few to join the SLH portfolio.

Private Island Hotels

Be the first to leave footprints in pure, white sands, or to dive beneath turquoise waters. On a private island you’ll experience the life of luxury as a 21st-century castaway – and could even have your very own butler.

Modern Design Hotels

Sleek architecture. Sublime interiors. Experience the ultimate in 21st-century luxury in our modern design retreats. We’ve carefully chosen the most striking and elegant destinations, assembling a selection of small hotels that make a big style statement.

Family Hotels

There’s never a bad time to get the whole clan together for a holiday, and SLH offers luxurious family-friendly hotels that span both seasons and borders.

Fine Dining Hotels

Seeking out new flavours and creative cuisine is one of the best things about any holiday. With our collection of exclusive hotels boasting celebrated chefs and irresistible menus, you won’t have to go far to find them.

Honeymoon Hotels

For some, the perfect honeymoon is about giving in to utter luxury. For others, it’s the chance to plan the adventure of a lifetime. With our carefully selected boutique hotels, you can have the best of both worlds.

All-Inclusive Hotels

Embrace the life of leisure, with small hotels that offer an all-encompassing, luxury experience. Where, from the moment you arrive, you can relax knowing that absolutely everything will be taken care of.

Hotels with Pools

Perched on rooftops, carved from rocks or in dense tropical forest – at our boutique retreats you’ll take a dip in some of the world’s most beautiful settings.

Golf Resorts

Discover some of the world’s finest courses in our selection of luxury golf resorts. From a relaxing day on the green, to practicing your swing in a world-class training centre, these stylish hotels will inspire novices to pros.

Hotels with Rooftops

Imagine taking a dip in a moonlit infinity pool. Savouring a world-famous skyline from a rooftop bar. Or enjoying an evening of fine dining accompanied by panoramic vistas. With our selection of small, luxury hotels, the sky’s the limit.

Michelin® Hotels

Wake your taste buds up with delectable dishes that floor you with their intricate flavours, calculated preparation and impeccable presentation. 

Lake and Waterfront Hotels

From mystical pools deep in the jungle to shimmering mountain lakes, you needn’t head to the sea to find a waterside paradise. Our collection of lake and waterfront hotels are perched on some of the world’s most beautiful shores.

December Sun

The gloom and doom of winter looms over many, but fear not – the sun will come up tomorrow if you head to the summer hotspots this winter.

CITY CENTRE HOTELS

Arts and culture? Festive winter breaks? Designer boutiques and buzzing nightlife? Historic sites and fine dining? Whatever you’re looking for, our small, city centre hotels put you at the heart of where it happens.

Spa Resorts

Balance mind and body, book an indulgent treat or simply seek out a bit of ‘me time’. With our collection of small, luxury spa resorts you’ll find the space to truly unwind.

Ski Resorts

Imagine racing down a thrilling ski run, mountain views opening out before you. Or perhaps gazing out across snow-covered scenery while you float in a private indoor pool.

Country House Hotels

Sink into a more leisurely pace of life with our exclusive country retreats. Time seems to stand still at these out-of-town havens, where days and nights are given over to total indulgence.

BEACH RESORTS

Hidden bays, pure white sands, swaying palms – there are times when only a beach holiday will do. At our selection of small but perfectly formed hotels, you’ll find those special spots that seem truly out of this world.

Explore by Destination

Choose from over 500 small, independent luxury hotels in more than 80 countries.

Italy

The art, the food, the fashion, the history – for the best of everything, all roads lead to Italy.

Greece

Uncover lively cities and traditional culture, timeless landscapes and mythic monuments.

Dubai

An energetic, futuristic vision with a rich Arabian heritage between the desert and the sea.

France

Culture, cuisine and a certain ‘je ne sais quoi’… France does luxury like nowhere else in the world.   

Sri Lanka

Explore striking landscapes, stunning seascapes and culture that’s been left untouched.

USA

From the Wild West to the Easy Going East, city breaks to country retreats… the USA offers a world of experiences. 

Thailand

Exotic beaches, fascinating cities, warm-hearted people and culinary wonders are just for starters.

Maldives

Ditch your shoes and pinch yourself – this is a tropical utopia with island spa retreats and luxury hotels on stilts.

Paris

A city of style and romance, where world-renowned sights meet a lively local spirit.

Mexico

Ancient history and modern luxury, all wrapped up in exquisite natural beauty.

London

Red buses, black ravens, Green Park – London has an enthralling array of colourful sights and world-famous sites.

Japan

A beguiling mix of contrasts with unique customs and cuisine – steeped in tradition yet ahead of its time.

Australia

Australia may be the oldest land on the planet, but its buzzing beachfronts, bars and galleries make this a very ‘now’ place to be. 

New Zealand

Dramatic mountains and thermal springs meet cosmopolitan cities on these island jewels. 

Phillipines

Over 7,000 islands backed by jungle, peppered with mountains and fringed with blissful beaches.

Malaysia

Colour memories with white sand beaches, golden temples, emerald tea plantations and scintillating cities.

Switzerland

Artists, poets and royalty have all been inspired by Switzerland’s majestic scenery. 

Morocco

An Aladdin’s cave of sights, sounds and sensations – get lost and find yourself again in magical Morocco.

Bahamas

Swim with dolphins, dance to Calypso rhythms, snorkel in crystal clear waters, or hop from paradise to paradise. 

Barbados

Surf, scuba dive or swim with turtles by day... then spend the night partying to Caribbean rhythms.

Costa Rica

A natural paradise of emerald cloud forest and golden beaches, dramatic volcanoes and divine cuisine.

Dominican Republic

A beach resort with a difference – discover indigenous artwork and idyllic towns full of character.

United Kingdom

A land of lively cities and sleepy countryside, iconic sights and trend-setting style.  

Indonesia

Rainforests to rice paddies, beaches to blue seas, and vibrant markets to volcanoes.

Italy

The art, the food, the fashion, the history – for the best of everything, all roads lead to Italy.

Greece

Uncover lively cities and traditional culture, timeless landscapes and mythic monuments.

Dubai

An energetic, futuristic vision with a rich Arabian heritage between the desert and the sea.

France

Culture, cuisine and a certain ‘je ne sais quoi’… France does luxury like nowhere else in the world.   

Sri Lanka

Explore striking landscapes, stunning seascapes and culture that’s been left untouched.

USA

From the Wild West to the Easy Going East, city breaks to country retreats… the USA offers a world of experiences. 

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