The best places to stay in the world, selected by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler
The top property in the United States, this low-rise resort has a setting on the Kona-Kohala Coast that is "a deliriously delightful dream." It has...
This modern-day castle at Blackcomb Mountain's base is "a sports lover's dream," with "more activities than you have time for," including golf,...
On the site of a former plantation and along Pinney's Beach, this 15-year-old low-rise has "a superb location." Guest rooms, set in several two-story...
Every room at this whitewashed Moorish resort on Maundays Bay has its own sea-view terrace; some even have private solariums, "so you can sunbathe au...
Located on a Pacific isthmus, this two-year-old resort constructed mostly of lava rock "puts you up close with nature, yet it's so luxurious." Rooms...
"Explora is the place to stay" in this desert town that one guest likens to "Santa Fe a hundred years ago." Activities include at least eight trips...
"Hammocks on the beach and sitting areas under the palms ensure hours of peace" at this Balinese inn. "The water is pure, warm turquoise magic." Rooms...
"Everything is geared toward the golfer" at this 800-acre coastal resort. Three courses, one of which hosted the British Open three times, overlook...
With activities including falconry classes and "exhilarating four-wheel-drive tours," guests of this château-style hotel are kept busy. "Rather large...
Upon entering the perfect-scoring rooms at Europe's top resort, guests find a complimentary box of chocolates awaiting them, "and the stay only gets...
Filipino hacienda architecture and a garden atrium embellish this beachfront resort. In "lush tropical gardens that hum with birdsong," a new spa...
The perfect-scoring staff "should run a school on hotel service." This 190-acre landscaped resort has "a spectacular clifftop location." Dining...
"Everything is right there at your fingertips" at this 40-acre water world. Private balconies and traditional furniture give rooms "a lovely Balinese...
Given the frequent elephant and leopard sightings at this camp rebuilt ten years ago, guests liken it to "a living, breathing zoo"—hence the...
Stay in these ocher, thatch-roofed buildings on the Sand River and "see cheetahs lounging by day, lions feasting by night." Eight new suites come with...
Fans of lions flock to this camp amid fig trees. Wood-floored tents are elevated, allowing animals the freedom to roam below; outdoor showers "allow...
Laid out like a traditional Fijian village, with lagoons and "meticulous landscaping," this 17-acre environmentally sensitive former coconut...
"The service and the views are consistently spectacular" at this 19-year-old Matira Point property. Overwater thatched fares have coconut wood...
This resort off the North Queensland coast is "bang on the reef" and has "extremely friendly staff," complimentary snorkeling lessons, and guided...












