Luxury Hotels Journal

Independent, expert guides to the world's finest hotels — grand city landmarks, five-star flagships, and barefoot resorts.

Luxury Hotels: A Complete Guide to the World's Finest Stays

A complete guide to luxury hotels: what defines them, the main categories, standout properties, and how to cho…

Luxury Hotels New York: Where Old-World Grandeur Meets Modern Glamour

Discover the best luxury hotels New York has to offer, from Midtown icons to Tribeca hideaways and Upper East …

Luxury Hotels in Las Vegas: Suites, Casino-Resorts, and Quiet Luxury On and Off the Strip

Discover luxury hotels in Las Vegas, from grand Strip casino-resorts and all-suite towers to quiet, non-gaming…

Luxury Hotels in London: Grande Dames, Discretion, and the Art of Afternoon Tea

A discerning guide to luxury hotels in London: Mayfair and Knightsbridge grande dames, legendary afternoon tea…

Luxury Hotels in Paris: A Guide to the City's Palace Addresses

Discover the luxury hotels Paris travelers dream of: how Palace hotels rank above five stars, Right Bank vs Le…

Luxury Hotels in Miami: South Beach, Brickell & Bal Harbour

Discover luxury hotels in Miami, from South Beach design icons to beach resorts in Bal Harbour and sleek suite…

5 Star Hotels: What the Five-Star Rating Really Means

Discover what 5 star hotels really offer, how five-star ratings differ across countries, and how to tell true …

Boutique Hotels: A Guide to Design-Led, Intimate Luxury

Discover what defines boutique hotels: intimate scale, design-led interiors and personal service. Learn when t…

Luxury Beach Resorts: A Global Guide to the World's Finest Coastal Escapes

Discover the world's finest luxury beach resorts—from Maldives overwater villas to Caribbean and Bali retreats…