In this top 10 boutique & design hotel experiences of 2023 vid, Swank Guide will take you with us as we travel the world to uncover the most unique boutique hotels and resorts. From the city to the beach and mountains, throughout the year we discovered amazing design hotels, wild Airbnbs, luxury hotels, and bargain hotels with tons of style. We chose each resort for its design, the natural beauty surrounding it, and that something special that can only be understood once you’ve stayed somewhere.

Join Swank as we reveal insider tips, crazy views, and exclusive peeks into these architectural marvels. Experience through my eyes the world of high-end hospitality, where attention to detail crafts an unforgettable experience.

(Pssst… Our top 10 last is actually a top 11 list… there was a tie in one category.)

Here are links to an in depth look at each place:

• Most Luxe: Alila Villas Uluwatu – Bali
• Best Glamping: Woodnest Odda Treehouses – Norway
• Best Beach Resort: The Round Hill Hotel – Jamaica
• Best Luxe Bargain: The COMO Uma Ubud – Bali
• Best Foodie Destination + Most Sustainable: The Manshausen Resort – Norway
• Most Unique + Unusual (Tie): The Capella – Bali; GoldenEye Resort – Jamaica;
• Best Remote Escape: The Artic Hideaway – Norway
• Best City Hotel: Sommero + Villa Inkognito – Norway (Coming January 2024)
• Best Design + Architecture: Soori Hotel – Bali
• Most Fun + Best For Families: The Rockhouse Hotel – Jamaica