Go Ahead and Indulge at These Luxurious Hotel Lounges

Located in one of the city’s most historic and cherished buildings, Great Scotland Yard holds more hidden stories than any other hotel in London. Case in point? Síbín. Concealed behind a secret bookcase, Síbín is an elegant yet relaxed space for evening drinks near bustling Covent Garden. An ode to the illicit bars that originated in Ireland, this speakeasy inspired by wood and smoke presents a fresh and inclusive approach to the world of whisky through a carefully curated, ever-changing selection. The drinking den also features a mix of classic and antagonist-style whisky cocktails which are essential to any nightcap menu.

Originally built for the last viceroy of Spain in Mexico, Earl of Tepa, NH Collection Madrid Palacio de Tepa knows how to charm and dazzle. Located in an elegant palace designed by the Prado Museum’s royal architect Juan de Villanueva and decorated by award-winning designer Ramón Esteve, the hotel is set in the heart of Barrio de las Letras, Madrid’s literary district. For those looking to explore local flavors through a modern lens, there’s Castizo. Honoring Madrid’s classic tavern culture, the lounge features exposed wood, geometric tiling and delicate mirrors, while a marble bar offering salted and smoked meats, fresh seafood and fine cheeses is the centerpiece of the space. For something indulgent, pair a glass of Spanish wine with a traditional ham croquette.

Leave it up to Faena Hotel Miami Beach to spin the best music. Overlooking spectacular white sand and turquoise waters, this maximalist property boasts the very best in live entertainment. The pulse of the hotel’s beating heart is The Living Room, a close-quartered, lavishly leopard-printed lounge drawing the city’s most glamorous locals and visitors. Inspired by the glitz and glamour of 1950s Miami Beach, the Art Deco haunt invites you to sip on craft cocktails and groove to the sounds of jazz, swing, disco and everything in between.

The world’s first “super boutique” hotel, The Londoner is an urban resort that sets a new standard of extravagance. With London’s iconic Leicester Square as its backdrop, the show-stopping hotel designed by hospitality legend Yabu Pushelberg includes 16 floors of 350 luxurious rooms, six eateries and one wellness retreat. But taking center stage is The Residence—three beautifully designed spaces just for hotel residents. For contemporary comforts, there’s The Drawing Room, a classic British living room featuring a hand-painted mural by New York-based creative duo, En Viu. For socializing and cocktails, The Y Bar invites you in to sip and admire Andrew Rae’s comic illustrations. And finally, in the depths of the property, The Whisky Room is a secretive space where a rare whisky collection sits behind a secret door through the powder rooms.

Situated in the artsy Logan Circle neighborhood, the Viceroy Washington DC, rather fittingly, has a lounge where one can gaze upon vibrant local art, morning to evening. While surrounded by tree-lined streets that show off some of the city’s grandest architecture, the property takes pride in showing off the District’s creative side with fresh colors and bold patterns that invoke a street design feel. The community’s fresh and fearless perspective inspired the hotel to welcome guests to expand their minds at The Salon, a sophisticated gallery-style lounge featuring the work of local artists.

The splendor of old Rome can be found within Villa Spalletti Tivelli Rome’s Sala degli Arazzi, a private drawing-room furnished with Spalletti Trivelli family heirlooms, intricate tapestries and antiques from the 15th century. Checking in to this period residence is like stepping back in time as the hotel maintains its original construction inside and out. Channel your inner Italian aristocrat at Sala degli Arazzi whilst enjoying a complimentary drink from the self-serve bar.

Calling all Gossip Girl fans: live the life of Serena van der Woodsen and Blair Waldorf at The Gold Room, located within the landmarked Villard Mansion at Lotte New York Palace. Famed for its cameo in the pilot episode of the hit TV series, this magnificent space transports guests back in time to experience the glamour and opulence of the Gilded Age. Designed by legendary architect Stanford White, the Gold Room’s Renaissance-style details include 30-foot gilt ceilings, walls and wainscoting. The height of style continues when checked into The Towers at Lotte New York Palace—a glamorous collection of bespoke, extra-spacious guest rooms overlooking Midtown Manhattan’s stunning skyline.

A golden experience begins the moment you arrive at Fairmont Copley Plaza, where you are met with the ornate, gilded hallway known as Peacock Alley. An opulent front desk with gold accents shining underneath a domed sunroof is the starting point of your journey through a hallway adorned with chandeliers and intricate carpets. The final spot? The Gold Lounge. The hotel’s loyalty club lounge, the space has the feeling of a Back Bay mansion complete with gaming tables, sofas, a library, fireplace and TV room. A lavish morning breakfast buffet, an array of afternoon nibbles and an honor bar are all you need to have a decadent evening.

Inspired by the creative and dynamic culture of 1960’s London, the Sofitel St James London blends bold British design with contemporary French elegance–thanks to French interior designer Pierre-Yves Rochon. Afternoon tea, the great British tradition, is given a French twist at the Sofitel’s Rose Lounge. A pink and cream drawing-room displays fragrant roses along with live harp music to delight the senses. While guests are welcome to take tea the traditional way, accompanied by freshly baked scones, finger sandwiches and delicate pastries, there is also an opportunity to indulge in a French-focused menu of French onion soup, croque monsieur and a celeriac, truffle and bacon quiche inspired by head pastry chef Jamie Warley’s travels in France.

The name Las Ventanas al Paraiso may mean “the windows to paradise” but its newest hotspot must be entered through a clandestine door. Paying homage to the Prohibition era, La Botica, “drugstore” in English, is a multisensory journey to the 1920s through design, music and cocktails evocative of the period. True to its name, the speakeasy is themed around an herbal apothecary. Capturing the crowd through her charisma and international rhythms is Rosalía de Cuba, the property’s first and only artist in residence. And while situated on the southern tip of Mexico’s Baja Peninsula, this lounge does indeed have a dress code: no bathing suits, shorts or sandals, please.