HOTELS & SPAS BLOG

JERUSALEM
Expect more buzz at the chic, recently opened Mamilla Hotel as it unveils its new Piero Lissoni-designed Akasha Wellbeing Retreat. It's decked out in cream limestone and has a hammam, watsu pools, hydrotherapy treatments and an organic juice bar. mamillahotel.com

HANGZHOU
The new Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake in China is based on a traditional Chinese village and has a stunning lagoon setting. Its pagoda buildings and pavilions are based around serene gardens. Expect a sublime spa and urban dining. fourseasons.com

NEW YORK
One of the most glamorous openings this year is The Chatwal. The Stanford White-designed building has been restored by architect and designer Thierry Despont and re-creates the 1930s Deco period — from the spacious rooms to the cocktail bar. thechatwalny.com

KOH SAMUI
The new Banyan Tree Samui has 78 luxe pool villas and the island's first hydrotherapy spa, The Rainforest. The Saffron restaurant offers spectacular views while more relaxed treats of sherberts and jellies are on offer at the infinity pool. The ideal chill out zone. banyantree.com

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