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Vacations are the perfect excuse to unplug, sleep late, and say “why not?” to that second cocktail. But best of all? They’re a chance to check into a gorgeous, style-savvy hotel. We’re not just talking four-star hotels, either, but hotels with incredible art, sumptuous textiles, and a smattering of well-considered antiques. After all, what’s a vacation without a little decor inspiration to bring back home? To discover the most stylish hotels out there, we asked fifteen interior designers to share a hotel where they love to drop their bags and their answers were all over the map…literally. From urban oases to tropical hideaways, these are the designer-approved hotels you can’t go wrong booking.

U.S.A.

Contemporary hotel room with wood headboard and black desk at the Bowery Hotel
Photo by Annie Schlechter, Courtesy of The Bowery Hotel

The Bowery Hotel in New York. My husband and I actually decided to get married at the Bowery recently while we were there for work… What a beautiful day! And space!” – Leanne Ford

“I spend a lot of time in New York and the Crosby Street Hotel never disappoints. The interiors, designed by Kitt Kemp, are fabulous and the service is impeccable.” – MA Allen

Europe

Mod black and white Patterned Hotel Room at Claridge's on Chairish
Photo courtesy of Claridge’s

“Claridges in London.” – John Loecke & Jason Oliver Nixon of Madcap Cottage

The Berkeley in London. The location is fabulous and I love the pool!” – Meg Braff

Chiltern Firehouse, London.” – Emily Ward of Pierce & Ward

Blue Sofa, assorted yellow chairs, and oversized plants at le sirenuse
Photo courtesy of le sirenuse

“le Sirenuse on the Amalfi Coast.” – Tori Mellott

“J.K. Place in Capri. Their blue and white color palette in the main guest space is to die for; it feels so on-point for the locale!” – Lindsey Coral Harper

Green Sofa, and 2 Gray Twin Beds, and ornate glass coffee table at Casa Howard
Photo courtesy of Casa Howard

“Casa Howard in Florence. I love small hotels that have a house-like feel.” – Alessandra Branca

“I just got back from a trip to Italy where I stayed at the fabulous  Grand Hotel Tremezzo in Lake Como. Other than it being ridiculously posh, the Italian level of hospitality is like nothing I’ve ever seen.” – Caitlin Murray of Black Lacquer Design

The Caribbean

Outdoor rustin chair, ottoman, and table sets at Round Hill Hotel and Villas
Photo courtesy of Round Hill Hotel and Villas

“The Harmony Hotel in Nosara, Costa Rica.” – Cortney Bishop

“For a beachy getaway, I love the Round Hill in Jamaica.” – Erin Gates

“Playa Grande Beach Club in the Dominican Republic.” – Celerie Kemble

“Nomade in Tulum.” – Jenny Wolf

Asia

Traditional Indian Painted Walls and King sized bed at Taj Lake Hotel
Photo courtesy of Taj Hotels Palaces Resorts Safaris

“Any of the charming riads around Jama el-Fna square in Marrakech; the Taj Lake Palace in Udaipur, India.” – John Loecke & Jason Oliver Nixon of Madcap Cottage

Africa

Traditionally patterned brown sofa, and armchair sets, with accent table under straw roof
Photo Courtesy of Klein’s Camp

“My mind went right to Klein’s Camp; a small lodge located on a Masai concession in the northern part of the Serengeti in Tanzania, bordering Kenya. It is a magical place to stay.” – Tharon Anderson

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Lead image courtesy of Le Sirenuse

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June 2, 2018

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