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Episode 7 - Watch Now
Episode 7 features design that embraces its stunning location, starting with ANA InterContinental Beppu Resort & Spa, Japan. We then visit an AAA Four Diamond oceanfront resort in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico - Costa Sur Resort Classico Collection by Sonesta. Next, we ascend Lookout Mountain in Georgia to discover Cloudland at McLemore - a sophisticated five-star destination. Finally, in Austin, Texas, we showcase the beautiful mass timber boutique Hotel Magdalena.

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Season 4

Episode 7 - Watch Now
Episode 7 features design that embraces its stunning location, starting with ANA InterContinental Beppu Resort & Spa, Japan. We then visit an AAA Four Diamond oceanfront resort in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico - Costa Sur Resort Classico Collection by Sonesta. Next, we ascend Lookout Mountain in Georgia to discover Cloudland at McLemore - a sophisticated five-star destination. Finally, in Austin, Texas, we showcase the beautiful mass timber boutique Hotel Magdalena.

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Episode 6 begins in Japan at Hotel Indigo Karuizawa, a riverside retreat blending local craftsmanship with contemporary design. Then we feature Salamander Middleburg Resort in Virginia, a Five-Star estate whose architecture blends seamlessly with the surrounding countryside. Next, discover stieg'nhaus, an intimate six-suite design boutique in the Austrian Alps defined by quiet luxury. The journey continues to The Ranch at Laguna Beach, a Southern California sanctuary celebrated for its craftsman architecture and pioneering sustainability. Finally, we showcase Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island, a multi-million-dollar renovation of an oceanfront property.

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Season 4, Episode 5 begins in Tokyo, Japan, at the vibrant urban retreat Hotel Indigo Tokyo Shibuya. Then in El Paso, Texas The Plaza Hotel Pioneer Park is an Art Deco landmark blending modern luxury with authentic Southwestern style. Next, we showcase Mollie Aspen, a boutique lodge in the mountains of Aspen, Colorado. Then find seaside serenity at Seven Beach Lane in Westhampton Beach, New York. Finally, we explore a unique and impressive destination hotel in Colorado Springs - Hotel Polaris at the U.S. Air Force Academy.

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Season 4 Episode 4 begins in St. Julian's, Malta, with the stunning ME Malta by Meliá, a towering hotel designed by Zaha Hadid. Next, we highlight a resort that seamlessly blends contemporary luxury with Polynesian charm - The Westin Bora Bora Resort & Spa. Then, explore the massive multi-million-dollar renovation of the Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX, where design is used to meet the needs of modern travelers. Finally, innovation and design are on display when the Oztent makes a statement in Times Square.
Episode 3 - Watch Now
Hotels ByDesign Episode 3 explores SingleThread Farm Inn in Healdsburg, CA, where a deeply integrated approach to hospitality is inspired by Japanese omotenashi and the surrounding Sonoma County terroir. Then, we travel to Sydney to showcase The EVE Hotel, a stylish nexus of art, culture, and culinary experiences that reflects the dynamic energy of its neighborhoods. Next, step aboard Cunard's newest ship, Queen Anne, which celebrates the influential design styles of past and present through a bold interpretation of Art Deco. Finally, the Corinthia Palace in Malta, a refined retreat that masterfully blends old-world charm with a fresh, contemporary spirit.
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Episode 2 begins in the ancient city of Mdina, Malta, at the Xara Palace, a boutique hotel meticulously restored. Then, we travel to Nashville to discover the Hermitage Hotel, a masterclass in lighting design and atmosphere. Next, we step aboard Cunard's Queen Mary 2, the world's only true ocean liner, defined by luxury and Art-Deco design. Finally, we explore the Berkeley Hotel in Denver, a boutique hotel thoughtfully designed to interact with its residential neighborhood through genuine originality.
Episode 1 - Watch Now
Our season premiere begins with the secluded luxury of Little Palm Island Resort & Spa in the Florida Keys, America's only private island retreat. Then, it’s off to Boston to explore the striking cantilevered design and sky lobby of the new Raffles Boston. Next, we step aboard Cunard's Queen Anne, where heritage meets modern luxury on the newest ship in their fleet. Finally, we discover the contemporary elegance and asymmetrical design of the Four Seasons New York Downtown in the heart of the Big Apple.
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We begin in the heart of Times Square. The Tempo is a hotel that has the energy of exploration and discovery. Next stop, Ontario and Elora Mill, a one-of-a-kind accommodation perched atop the Elora Gorge amid panoramic views. Then join us at Ashford Castle where Ireland’s history meets world-class service. We fly back to Chicago with our story on the Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown. And finally, we’re off to Croatia for a lesson in “mindful luxury” at Maslina Resort.

Episode 2 - Watch Now
We open with the ultimate oceanfront urban escape at Prince Waikiki in Honolulu. Then, we visit Southall Farm & Inn in the rolling hills of Franklin Tennessee. Travel to India to explore the unique details of The Leela Palace: New Delhi, a true muse of the city's multifaceted legacy. Next, discover a collection of Chalets, with breathtaking views of Mt. Blanc - L’Alpaga Resort in Megeve. The episode is capped by a story about Wentworth Mansion in Charleston.

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We open with Cameron House on Loch Lomond, a 17th-century Baronial mansion, boasting exceptional elegance and breathtaking views. We present a story on Alila Napa Valley then Mike Chapman takes us to Boutique Hotel Alhambra & The Historic Villas, located on the enchanting island of Lošinj, Croatia. We showcase the award-winning French Quarter Inn in Charleston and keep the southern charm rolling with Grand Hotel - “America’s Summer Place” since 1887 - in Mackinac Island, Michigan.

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First up, Hotel 11 in Calgary - the first MOD Collection by Sonesta hotel overlooking The Rocky Mountains. Then, the award-winning Spectator Hotel in Charleston; a high-design, distinctive boutique hotel for the well-heeled traveler. Next, a revamped modernist style hotel built in the 1950s, weaving along the coast of the French Riviera - Les Roches Rouges. Hotel Zachary is located in the heart of Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood - inspired by designs of world-renowned Wrigley Field architect Zachary Taylor Davis. Finally, discover a jewel on the bank of the majestic lake Pichola in Udaipur, India. The Leela Palace Udaipur is spectacular in its architecture and boasts a veritable gallery of traditional artwork in its interior.

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A sensational opening to Episode 5 with Atlantis The Royal in Dubai, featuring world-renowned design and breath-taking views of the Dubai skyline and Arabian Sea. Then, Sublime Comporta, a luxurious resort in Portugal where time stands still, and nature presides. Next, immaculately restored 19th Century Zero George in Charleston, South Carolina. Architect Ma Ry Kim explores 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay, the oceanfront sanctuary on Kauaʻi’s North Shore in Hawaii. And finally, we are transported to another place and time with the Titanic Hotel in Belfast.

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We open in Mauritius with the architecturally striking LUX* Grand Baie - a beachside resort with distinctive modernist design. Then we showcase Hotel Le Moulin - a boutique hotel that encapsulates the enchanting essence of Village Life in the heart of Luberon, Provence. Next, The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill, pushing the limits. A hotel located in a restored Book Tower Building, ROOST Detroit exemplifies an extended-stay hotel created with high-design and architectural flair at the forefront. Finally, a five-star water-front stay in Croatia awaits. Hotel Ambasador Split offers a travel experience rich in ancient architecture and experiences, off-the beaten-path.

Episode 7 - Watch Now
Episode 7 opens with The Leela Palace Jaipur - a pivotal landmark set against the majestic backdrop of the Aravalli range in Udaipur, India. Next Ballyfin Demesne, Ireland’s most lavish Regency mansion. Then Hemlock Neversink invites you to unwind, reconnect, and rest in the Catskills, New York. We showcase The First Collection Jumeirah Village Circle, representing the epitome of urban resort living in the vibrant heart of Dubai. Finally, a former prison transformed into a place of tranquility: The Interlude has become an urban retreat, immersed in Melbourne’s eclectic and creative culture.

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Our season finale opens in Nice, Cote D'azur with Anantara Plaza - offering high-end glamour and luxury and views of the Mediterranean sea. Then, discover the vibrancy and magic of The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua. Next, overlooking the village of Bonnieux, Capelongue is Hotel Capelongue, boasting 57 premiere rooms and suites and breathtaking views. Finally, located in Tallinn, Estonia, one of Europe’s most historic cities is Nordic Hotel Forum. Offering modern Scandinavian design and Estonian warmth and hospitality.
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