Minimalist Hotels to Inspire Slow Living

Native greenery, reclaimed wood, earthen plaster, clay tones, marble bathrooms and organic cotton linens—1 Hotel West Hollywood shows how the perfect sanctuary can be created right in the heart of a city. This LEED Silver certified eco-hotel with sweeping views of the Hollywood Hills inspires guests to refresh and recharge in the lap of luxury with floor-to-ceiling windows and thoughtful touches that bring nature indoors.

A favorite of solitude-seeking celebs, Amangiri’s unique architecture is an ode its dramatic Utah desert surroundings. Blending effortlessly into untouched red-rock country, this discreet desert locale’s interiors speak to an upscale simplicity. Mirroring the environment in both aesthetic and feeling, it leans on clean lines and an abundance of natural materials like stone floors, natural timbers and the regular appearance of water. Take shelter in accommodation like the Terrace Suite, offering travelers their very own view of the mountain ridge.

A design tip from Viceroy Los Cabos: use the horizon and ocean as a guide to ensure an aesthetic that is both daring and dazzling. In stark contrast to the stucco charms of Los Cabos, this modern resort is a celebration of polished glass, clean lines and white decor that can seem at times like one has ventured aboard a docked spaceship. Each room is designed for an indoor/outdoor experience, with nature close at hand and boundless sunlight streaming in.

Discover a tranquil way of living from the comforts of Finca Serena Mallorca, a countryside hideaway surrounded by olive trees in beloved Mallorca. Reflecting the energy of the island and flooded in sunlight, rooms and suites here are elegant in their simplicity with warm tones and natural materials. Cotton, linen, stone and wood all make for unique spaces where décor and warmth seamlessly integrate and inspire an aura of calm and comfort.

To step into Les Roches Rouges is to delight in the pleasures of Provence. Set on a pristine Mediterranean beach opposite the Ile d’Or, this slice of paradise is at home amidst surf and sun. Bedrooms and suites all brim with light, offering breathtaking sea views and ‘50s modernist decorations inspired by the concept of a “holiday on the coast.” Each room features vintage Provençal antiques and a terrace where guests are free to slow down, reconnect with nature and admire the sailboats bobbing offshore.

&Beyond-Sossusvlei Desert Lodge is a lesson in harmony, showing us that sustainability and luxury can go hand in hand. Tucked into a sandy socket at the base of the foothills surrounding the NambiRand Nature Reserve, &Beyond-Sossusvlei is a contemporary oasis of 10 stone and glass villas overlooking towering sand dunes and seemingly endless desert terrain. Minimalist interiors open to a private veranda designed to protect you from the hot sun; at night you can stargaze through the huge skylight above your bed.

Carved out of the surrounding wild, majestic landscape, Fasano Punta del Este is effortlessly in touch with nature. Nestled alongside the Maldonado River, this hotel’s minimal exterior speaks to what is found indoors with rooms done in soft, cozy neutrals with pristine marble, local stone and rich-hued indigenous woods. A typical slow day here would include waking up to endless views and feeling the sweet breeze from the terrace under the bamboo pergola.

A hillside hideaway framed by olive trees and native greenery, Olea All Suite Hotel is a minimalist’s dream. This one-of-a-kind Mediterranean escape offers contemporary elegance and sun-drenched terraces, with a quiet romantic ambiance that ensures peaceful moments. The ultra-stylish Presidential suite offers sweeping views of the island, which can be enjoyed from the private pool.