Kiwi Curated
The World’s Most Colorful Hotels
by Eva ZhuAs a champion of the Aesthetic movement, advocating art for art’s sake, Oscar Wilde wrote “Mere color… can speak to the soul in a thousand different ways.” While we are no philosopher, we can’t help but soak in this sentiment at those beautiful design hotels that pull in color to emote a sense of place. Artfully dressed in vivid hues, pretty florals and soft pastels, here are some of the world’s most colorful hotels.
The World’s Most Colorful Hotels
Inside the famous Galleria Vittorio Emanuel II, art, beauty and design meet at the Galleria Vik Milano. Designed to reflect Milan’s rich artistic heritage, each one of its rooms and suites are distinct and showcase the works of artists from all corners of the world, from Italy to Uruguay.
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The vision of art patron Dakis Joannou and famed industrial designer Karim Rashid, Semiramis Hotel, Athens was destined to be bold and colorful. Innovative design, candy-inspired colors, bespoke furniture and pop art all work together to deliver this modern and playful hotel experience.
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Within SLS Brickell’s striking, colorful exterior are equally intriguing interiors, featuring décor by renowned designer Philippe Starck and an art collection by the Related Group. Throughout this hotel are delightful bursts of color, including museum quality artwork by contemporary artists such as Ana Isabel Martinez and Fabian Burgos.
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A nostalgic nod to the city’s retro-glam roots, The Confidante is a colorful showcase of mid-century modern design and decor. Between the bright rooms, candy-striped beach furniture and rotating art exhibit, every aspect of this stylish hotel is curated to bring forth the glamour of Miami Beach in the 1950s.
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Designed by owner Isabel Goldsmith-Patiño, each lavish suite at Las Alamandas has its own color scheme and style. Naturally blending into the tropical beauty of Mexico, this secluded beach hideaway is brightly decorated in hand-painted accents, embroidered textiles, custom tilework, and artisan paintings and sculptures.
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Located in the historic Colonial District, Casas del XVI is comprised of several individual houses, some dating back to the 16th century. They’ve been meticulously restored, each featuring a unique design concept. Whether inspired by the great fashion designers or rich folklore of the Dominican, the casas strike an artful balance between elegance and design, melding their authentic heritage with modern touches of color.
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Once a 16th-century villa, Byblos Art Villa Amistà has been reborn as a luxury hotel and permanent exhibition of contemporary art. Inside this one-of-a-kind hotel, colorful art and furniture from world-class artists and designers such as Alessandro Mendini, Philippe Starck and Marcel Wanders are juxtaposed with the villa’s classic Venetian design.
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A swanky interpretation of mid-century modern design, The Dwell Hotel is an infusion of color, charm and a touch of Hollywood glamour in downtown Chattanooga. Vintage-inspired rooms, a diner-style breakfast café and cosmic-themed cocktail bar all contribute to the character of this vibrant and quirky hotel.
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Bringing French art de vivre to London, Sofitel St James’ redesigned rooms exude elegant design details that include vibrant color accents reflecting the dynamic energy of the capital. Not to be missed is the Sofitel Spa, where decorative hints of color are seen alongside the building’s original architecture including an oak staircase, rose-colored marble walls, moulded ceilings and Corinthian-style columns.
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A celebration of the city’s architecture, culture and beauty, The Vintage Lisbon was created in collaboration with local artists, makers and businesses. Its clean, modernist lines and bespoke mid-century furniture pieces are thoughtfully set within uplifting color palettes that infuse elegance and joy into each space.
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Located in the hip neighborhood of Yaletown, OPUS Vancouver’s urban and contemporary rooms are each inspired by five lifestyle muses. From a cherry wine red to Liverpool green, they’re each painted a vivid color theme matching their muse and finished with pop-deco art on the walls.
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Designed to immerse guests in the vibrancy and artisanal heritage of Marrakech, El Fenn is steeped in saturated colors, hand-crafted details and mid-century design. On its walls are many artworks, both from co-owner Vannessa Branson’s private collection as well as acquired pieces from contemporary artists, including Fred Pollo and Antony Gormley.
VIEW HOTELInside the famous Galleria Vittorio Emanuel II, art, beauty and design meet at the Galleria Vik Milano. Designed to reflect Milan’s rich artistic heritage, each one of its rooms and suites are distinct and showcase the works of artists from all corners of the world, from Italy to Uruguay.
VIEW HOTELThe vision of art patron Dakis Joannou and famed industrial designer Karim Rashid, Semiramis Hotel, Athens was destined to be bold and colorful. Innovative design, candy-inspired colors, bespoke furniture and pop art all work together to deliver this modern and playful hotel experience.
VIEW HOTELWithin SLS Brickell’s striking, colorful exterior are equally intriguing interiors, featuring décor by renowned designer Philippe Starck and an art collection by the Related Group. Throughout this hotel are delightful bursts of color, including museum quality artwork by contemporary artists such as Ana Isabel Martinez and Fabian Burgos.
VIEW HOTELA nostalgic nod to the city’s retro-glam roots, The Confidante is a colorful showcase of mid-century modern design and decor. Between the bright rooms, candy-striped beach furniture and rotating art exhibit, every aspect of this stylish hotel is curated to bring forth the glamour of Miami Beach in the 1950s.
VIEW HOTELDesigned by owner Isabel Goldsmith-Patiño, each lavish suite at Las Alamandas has its own color scheme and style. Naturally blending into the tropical beauty of Mexico, this secluded beach hideaway is brightly decorated in hand-painted accents, embroidered textiles, custom tilework, and artisan paintings and sculptures.
VIEW HOTELLocated in the historic Colonial District, Casas del XVI is comprised of several individual houses, some dating back to the 16th century. They’ve been meticulously restored, each featuring a unique design concept. Whether inspired by the great fashion designers or rich folklore of the Dominican, the casas strike an artful balance between elegance and design, melding their authentic heritage with modern touches of color.
VIEW HOTELOnce a 16th-century villa, Byblos Art Villa Amistà has been reborn as a luxury hotel and permanent exhibition of contemporary art. Inside this one-of-a-kind hotel, colorful art and furniture from world-class artists and designers such as Alessandro Mendini, Philippe Starck and Marcel Wanders are juxtaposed with the villa’s classic Venetian design.
VIEW HOTELA swanky interpretation of mid-century modern design, The Dwell Hotel is an infusion of color, charm and a touch of Hollywood glamour in downtown Chattanooga. Vintage-inspired rooms, a diner-style breakfast café and cosmic-themed cocktail bar all contribute to the character of this vibrant and quirky hotel.
VIEW HOTELBringing French art de vivre to London, Sofitel St James’ redesigned rooms exude elegant design details that include vibrant color accents reflecting the dynamic energy of the capital. Not to be missed is the Sofitel Spa, where decorative hints of color are seen alongside the building’s original architecture including an oak staircase, rose-colored marble walls, moulded ceilings and Corinthian-style columns.
VIEW HOTELA celebration of the city’s architecture, culture and beauty, The Vintage Lisbon was created in collaboration with local artists, makers and businesses. Its clean, modernist lines and bespoke mid-century furniture pieces are thoughtfully set within uplifting color palettes that infuse elegance and joy into each space.
VIEW HOTELLocated in the hip neighborhood of Yaletown, OPUS Vancouver’s urban and contemporary rooms are each inspired by five lifestyle muses. From a cherry wine red to Liverpool green, they’re each painted a vivid color theme matching their muse and finished with pop-deco art on the walls.
VIEW HOTELDesigned to immerse guests in the vibrancy and artisanal heritage of Marrakech, El Fenn is steeped in saturated colors, hand-crafted details and mid-century design. On its walls are many artworks, both from co-owner Vannessa Branson’s private collection as well as acquired pieces from contemporary artists, including Fred Pollo and Antony Gormley.
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