Because hospitality design is meticulously done in service of a brand, its mission is to offer a transportive experience that provides a welcome dose of escape and relief. Hotel rooms, lobbies and restaurants are all created to provide a sense of place, highlighting the best assets of its location. The designer’s challenge is to incorporate strict codes, ergonomics, usability together with fantasy, in one perfect symphony that will give its clients a memorable vacation. It’s a show that begins with a brand’s imprint, expressed through design.

Metro.Style has rounded up three notable resorts and hotels with spectacular interiors. Take inspiration from these:

A Journey Through Time At The Chedi Hegra

Situated within Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site and opening by Q4 2023, The Chedi Hegra will offer 35 bespoke guest rooms, each with its own distinct connection to the Hegra landscape, a breath-taking testimony of human expression within the natural environment.

John Northen, RCU (Royal Commission for Alula) Vice President of Hotels & Resorts, said: “Sitting at the nexus of AlUla’s living museum, The Chedi Hegra embodies the fulfilment of our Journey Through Time master plan with its deep respect for heritage, sustainable design features, and an authentic luxury experience that celebrates what makes AlUla a special destination for travellers seeking both comfort and adventure.”

The Chedi Hegra Courtesy of GHC Asia

RCU is building the hotel directly into several existing structures, including an old railway station and surrounding buildings, Hegra Fort, and others. Structural and exterior walls, some with historical mud-brick construction, are being preserved and integrated with modern architecture. The vast majority of the UNESCO World Heritage Site will remain untouched by construction and carefully preserved by RCU to maintain the integrity of Hegra’s incredible human and natural heritage.

RCU has also ensured all design and construction efforts align with the Sustainability Charter for AlUla, including a light-touch tourism approach, imaginative infrastructure, planting of native flora, and an all-electric mobility system. Where possible, the project will use local construction materials and work with local businesses and labour, and the hotel is expected to create at least 120 jobs once fully operational.

The Chedi Hegra Courtesy of GHC Asia

Tommy Lai, Chief Executive Officer of GHM said “GHM is thrilled to introduce this luxurious heritage boutique hotel that will offer authentic, unrivalled lifestyle experience deep within the ancient Nabataean site of Hegra. As the first hotel within Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site, we are committed to preserve the site’s integrity while seamlessly integrating modern architecture and comforts. I am certain that guests will recognize and appreciate the value we place in minimizing our environmental impact, through the sustainable efforts of the hotel, in addition to our dedication in conserving the legacy of Hegra – a true GHM hallmark of creating inspired spaces.”

The property will feature three fine-dining restaurants, a café, and a full-service spa and pool, with many of the buildings connected by an overhead art canopy focused on wind movement and natural light.

The Chedi Hegra Courtesy of GHC Asia

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The Grace And Charm Of Thai Heritage

WorldHotels™ has expanded its portfolio in Thailand with the signing of Tawa Ravadee Resort, an exceptional upscale property that showcases the grace and charm of Thai heritage. This enchanting rural retreat has now joined WorldHotels™ Distinctive, a curated collection of individually established hotels that promise unique, welcoming and attainable stays for discerning travelers.

Overlooking a lake and surrounded by lush forests and rice fields in the Prachinburi province, close to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Khao Yai National Park, and approximately 2.5 hours’ drive east of Bangkok, this elegant resort is ideal for leisure breaks, cultural escapes, and out-of-town events.

Tawa Ravadee Resort Courtesy of GHC Asia

Guests can stay in contemporary Thai-inspired accommodation, which ranges from the spacious 38-square meter Superior Rooms to the expansive 72-square meter Lakeview Suites. Every room comes fully equipped with modern amenities, including complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi and a flatscreen TV with international cable channels, plus a marble bathroom and a private balcony or terrace.

Tawa Ravadee Resort Courtesy of GHC Asia

The resort’s bright and inviting Thiwaratree Restaurant serves authentic Thai, pan-Asian and Western cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, while the Lobby Lounge is a great place to relax with friends and enjoy refreshments. Guests can also cool off in an infinity-edged outdoor pool, work out in the fitness center and tee-off at the golf driving range.

Tawa Ravadee Resort is also an outstanding destination for events, with 10 meeting rooms and a dedicated Convention Hall that can host 1,000 guests. These diverse venues create outstanding options for life’s most memorable moments, including corporate retreats and one-of-a-kind weddings.

Tawa Ravadee Resort Courtesy of GHC Asia

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Fine Filipino Artisanal Craftsmanship At The Astoria Palawan

“It is a collaboration so epic— it changed the game. Our bags were transformed into magical pieces that enchanted the lobby of Astoria Hotel Palawan. It is truly an honour to be working with our country’s finest interior designers, Ivy Almario and Cynthia Almario,” says local bag and accessories designer, Zarah Juan. The esteemed design duo used her creations in The Astoria Palawan’s lobby that showcases equal parts whimsy and well-considered flair that highlight the beauty of Philippine craftsmanship. Endeavors such as these help creative artisanal communities and empower makers.

Astoria Palawan @zarahjuan

Neslted in an 8-hectare resort in Puerto Princesa, the Philippines’ “final frontier,” The Astoria Palawan is a love letter to the locale’s natural allure: The Sulu Sea, emerald green forests, majestic mountain ranges and fertile grasslands are all within reach in this peaceful slice of the Philippines.

Take a look at the best aspects of these hotels and resorts in the gallery below:

Tawa Ravadee ResortCourtesy of GHC Asia

Tawa Ravadee ResortCourtesy of GHC Asia

Tawa Ravadee ResortCourtesy of GHC Asia

Tawa Ravadee ResortCourtesy of GHC Asia

Tawa Ravadee ResortCourtesy of GHC Asia

The Chedi HegraCourtesy of GHC Asia

The Chedi HegraCourtesy of GHC Asia

The Chedi HegraCourtesy of GHC Asia

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The Chedi HegraCourtesy of GHC Asia

The Chedi HegraCourtesy of GHC Asia

The Chedi HegraCourtesy of GHC Asia

The Chedi HegraCourtesy of GHC Asia

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The Chedi HegraCourtesy of GHC Asia

The Astoria Palawan@zarahjuan

The Astoria Palawan@zarahjuan

The Astoria Palawan@zarahjuan

The Astoria Palawan@zarahjuan

The Astoria Palawan@zarahjuan

The Astoria Palawan@zarahjuan

The Astoria Palawan@zarahjuan

The Astoria Palawan@zarahjuan