We’ve Curated the World’s Best Boutique Hotels

At The Hotel Guru, we’re on a mission to bring you the crème de la crème of boutique hotels around the world. Our passion for exceptional stays drives us to go beyond ordinary, handpicking only those properties that capture the true essence of boutique luxury.

Our criteria? It’s simple yet rigorous. We seek out hotels that offer:

  • Unique Character: We believe that every boutique hotel should have a story to tell, whether it’s a chic urban retreat with bold contemporary design or a secluded countryside escape in a beautifully restored historic building.
  • Unparalleled Service: Personalised, thoughtful service is at the heart of the boutique hotel experience. We look for places where hospitality feels like a warm welcome from an old friend, with staff who go above and beyond to make your stay unforgettable.
  • Design That Inspires: From stylish interiors that reflect local culture to stunning architectural features, some of our chosen hotels are visual delights, designed to wow and create a lasting impression.
  • Memorable Experiences: We'll feature hotels that turn an ordinary night’s stay into an extraordinary adventure—whether that’s dining under the stars, relaxing in a hidden spa, or exploring a destination like a local.

Our expert team has traveled the globe, slept in hundreds of beds, and scrutinised the tiniest details so you don’t have to. We know that the right boutique hotel can elevate your travel experience from great to unforgettable, and we’re here to make sure you find your perfect match.

And because we've featured hundreds of hotels, we suggest you start browing some of the destinations we've explored.

The best boutique hotels in the world?

We feature hundreds of hotels, here's a handful that we believe set the bar as some of the best boutique hotels in the world.

Find Your Dream Boutique Hotel

Augill Castle

Cumbria (Cumbria)

Standing between the Lake District and the Dales rests this eccentric castle welcoming all the family into the countryside and the Eden Valley. Four poster beds and antique furnishings make up the comfortable rooms. Restaurant is open on weekends. Great hideaway and local exploring to be done.

  • Families - With fantastic facilities for kids, from cooking classes, to playgrounds, dressing up boxes and plenty of toys.
  • Country Escape - Spectacular walking, wonderful views and whiskey in the drawing room old school weekend in the country vibes.
  • Great walks - With national parks all around, this is the perfect spot to get on your walking boots.
  • Cooking classes - The hotel has a wonderful cookery school for children.
from £160 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Grace Santorini

Imerovigli

A hotel cut from the cliff's edge with wow factor views and indulgent surroundings. All white rooms, suites and a palatial villa with fabulous private balconies and hot tubs. Lovely Mediterranean restaurant and extensive spa. Truly romantic and luxurious.

  • Romantic Break - Beautiful all white accommodations, most with private plunge pool, superb views and award winning dining
  • Views - Panoramic sea views
  • Swimming Pool - Wonderful infinity pool with stunning sea views - the largest of its kind on Santorini
  • Restaurant - Seaview restaurant specialising in Mediterranean cuisine
from £533 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
The Caves

Jamaica (Light House)

Characterful 5* hotel on the cliffside. Funky, colourful cottages feature elegant rooms with white shutters, dark wood floors and enormous bathrooms. Some have small kitchen areas. Outdoor pool, spa treatments available and ladder-access to the sea. Grown-up ambience with superb service.

  • Honeymoons - Candle-lit dinners in the caves, in-room spa treatments and breathtaking clifftop views
  • Romantic Break - Designed for couples and with no children, complete romance, privacy and quiet
  • Cooking classes - Cooking and cocktail classes can be arranged
  • Views - Great views from the clifftop location
from £434 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Jade Mountain

St Lucia

Sublime hotel in the mountainside. The spacious rooms all have views of Piton Mountains, wooden floors, modern furniture and private infinity pools. Shared outdoor pool, gym, spa and tennis courts. Outstanding seafood cuisine, slick bar area. Luxurious, stunning and chic.

  • Romantic Break - Adult ambience, private infinity pools, jaw dropping views and spa treatments
  • Sights nearby - Near the St. Lucia's famous Piton mountains, a Unesco World Heritage Site
  • Restrictions on children - Children over 16 welcome
  • On the beach - Two private beaches
from £1044 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Hotel Urso

Madrid (Chueca)

This recently restored palatial hotel, located in the elegant Alonso Martínez area offers guests a gastronomic authentic Spanish restaurant and a lively bar, perfect for an evening tipple. Rooms have large windows, are comfortable and spacious. A great location.

  • City Style
  • Restaurant - Can Felisa Restaurant offers gastronomic authentic Spanish cuisine with a modern twist
  • Sights nearby - Palacio de Cristal in Buen Retiro Park
  • Spa
from £165 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
The Alila Jabal Akhdar Hotel

Nizwa

Overlooked by the Al Hajar Mountains, Alila's Oman property is an oasis of luxury amidst its rugged surrounds. Private villas with private pools allow for ultimate seclusion and enough space for families. Indulgent treatments can be sampled at the spa and delicious dishes at Juniper and Rose Lounge.

  • Romantic Break - An oasis in the heart of arid desert with mountain views - escape with a loved one
  • Spa breaks - Alila spas are legendary for their commitment to wellness - this is no exception
  • Views
  • Great walks - Village walks followed by a picnic in the wadis is a perfect way to spend the day
from £187 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Kakslauttanen

Lapland (Saariselkä)

You couldn’t ask for more from this prime Arctic resort that will suit adventure seekers, Aurora hunters, couples after a romantic getaway and families hoping for that magical Christmas experience in the heart of Finnish Lapland.

  • Great walks - In the summer months go on beautiful walks in the surrounding Lapland countryside.
  • Back to Nature - Surrounded by stunning nature in the Saariselkä Fell region of Finnish Lapland.
  • Restaurant
  • Quirky
from £279 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Pousada Castelo de Palmela

Setubal

An attractive cloistered pousada not far from Lisbon with incredible 360 degree panoramic views from the fortified hilltop location. Plain, simple and comfortable.

  • Sit-out Terrace - Amazing views to Setubal and beyond
  • Views
  • Sights nearby - Visit the castle of Palmela
  • Restaurant
from £108 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
La Mamounia

Marrakech

A magnificent luxury hotel set within lush gardens featuring an enormous pool. The indulgent spa and quality restaurants are a real draw, while grand oriental Art Deco interiors feature ornate Moroccan tilework, intricate stucco and carved wood. The elegant rooms are the height of luxury. Superb!

  • Romantic Break - Offering beautiful rooms, a tranquil atmosphere, a wellness centre and top-notch dining options — ideal for romance
  • Garden - The Mamounia Gardens are simply stunning and a tourist attraction in their own right
  • City Style - This is Marrakech's Grand Dame so you can expect opulent interiors throughout
  • Sights nearby - Two of the city's most famous sights, Koutoubia Mosque and Djemaa el Fna, are just a 5-minute walk away
from £308 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Borgo Santandrea

Conca dei Marini

Luxurious hotel boasting a spectacular position on the Amalfi Coast. Elegant rooms and suites feature simple contemporary furniture, geometric tiles, and fabulous sea views. Enjoy the three restaurants serving authentic regional dishes and a stunning infinity pool. A romantic hideaway.

  • Romantic Break - Gorgeous suites with fabulous sea views (from the bed), romantic restuarants, and a grown-up vibe
  • Sights nearby - Take a stroll around the postcard pretty Positano town and admire the architecture
  • Restaurant - Authentic regional cuisine is served in the hotel's three restaurants
  • Restrictions on children - Children above the age of 8 are welcomed but the feel is more adult
from £438 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

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