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Condé Nast TravelerOct 7, 2026

Readers’ Choice Awards: 20 Top Hotels in South America 2026

Condé Nast Traveler readers rate their top hotels in South America, from Buenos Aires to Cartagena.

14 hotels in this story

Sofitel Legend Santa Clara CartagenaHotelBook your luxury suite in Cartagena walled city, near Castle San Felipe de Barajas.
Elsewhere
Alvear Palace HotelHotelBuenos Aires, ArgentinaCommissioned by the physician Rafael de Miero, it opened on 3 September 1932 after a decade of construction and became…
The Singular Santiago Lastarria HotelHotelSantiago, ChileAn offshoot of a dramatic Patagonia lodge, this new Singular sits in the heart of the city’s lively Lastarria…
The Singular PatagoniaHotelPuerto Natales, ChileThe exposed pipes in brick reception area and the funicular that take you down to the main building feel steampunk…
Palácio TangaráHotelRio de Janeiro, BrazilIt rises like a European palace out of the emerald-green Burle Marx park, incongruous perhaps with the sprawl of São…
Fasano Rio de JaneiroHotelRio de Janeiro, BrazilThe modern antidote to the Copa Palace’s grand hotel glamour, Philippe Starck’s Brazilian debut— which opened in 2007—…
Four Seasons Hotel Casa Medina BogotáHotelBogotá, ColombiaBogotá, due to its size and constant buzz, can be an intimidating city to visit, but the Four Seasons will make you…
Sumaq Machu Picchu HotelHotelAguas Calientes, PeruAguas Calientes, the laidback launching point to Machu Picchu was ripe for a five-star hotel, and Sumaq happily exceeds…
Miraflores Park, A Belmond Hotel, LimaHotelLima, PeruA see-and-be-seen spot for luxury travelers who want all the amenities.
W BogotaHotelBogotá, ColombiaColombia has been rising through the ranks in terms of destinations in the past decade—and you can always trust W…
W SantiagoHotelSantiago, ChileIn a glass-and-steel tower in the capital’s spotless Las Condes district, the 196-room W (the brand’s first foray into…
Monasterio, A Belmond Hotel, CuscoHotelCusco, PeruA national historic landmark, this sixteenth-century former seminary just blocks from the city center has "the serenity…
Palacio del Inka, a Luxury Collection Hotel, CuscoHotelCusco, Peru"This place is a real oasis, especially if you're there during one of Cuzco's many festivals." Across from the…
Palacio Duhau, Park Hyatt Buenos AiresHotelBuenos Aires, Argentina

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Condé Nast TravelerSep 17

On Colombia's Magdalena River, a New Cruise is Connecting Artisans and Travelers

Writer Charlie Hobbs sails on the new AmaMelodia from Cartagena to Barranquilla.

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AmaMelodiaPlacecruise ship sailing between Cartagena and Barranquilla
PalenqueHostel
CalamarNeighborhood
Elsewhere
Jair PalmaPlaceUsiacurí, Colombiainstructor teaching palm weaving

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Lonely PlanetJul 24

The best new hotels in the world

Lonely Planet writer and frequent checker-in-er Rebecca Wallwork shares her picks for the best new hotels in the world for 2026.

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Four Seasons CartagenaHotelModern amenities in Cartagena's artsy Getsemaní neighborhood.
GetsemaníNeighborhoodArtsy neighborhood in Cartagena.
Elsewhere
The CooperHotelCharleston, United StatesHarborside luxury hotel with coastal design.
White ElephantHotelAspen, United StatesContemporary chalet feel with playful flourishes.
WildLand Hope LodgeHotelLoch Hope, United KingdomRestored historic hunting lodge in northern Scotland.
&BeyondHotelOkavango Delta, BotswanaTwo intimate, minimalist camps in Okavango Delta.
ONE | GTHotelGeorge Town, Cayman IslandsLuxury hotel and residential development in George Town.
Hotel DaphneHotelHouston Heights, United StatesGuesthouse with bold art and quirky character.
HypsiRestaurantHouston Heights, United StatesPays homage to The Heights's private drinking clubs.
Hoanib Elephant CampHotelKaokoland, NamibiaTented camp with desert elephants and Himba tribe.
WildLand HopeHotelLoch Hope, United KingdomRetreat accommodations on Scotland's northern coast.
St. ClementPlace of worshipLondon, United KingdomClubby, homey, and chic hotel on the Thames.
Café ClementPubLondon, United KingdomAll-day dining with al fresco seating.
Bobbi's BarRestaurantLondon, United KingdomMoody atmosphere bar.
London EyeSightLondon, United KingdomIconic view from some rooms across the Thames.
Delano Miami BeachHotelMiami Beach, United StatesIconic South Beach boutique hotel with minimalist look.
HOSHINOYA Nara PrisonHotelNara, JapanTransformed penal facility into a luxury resort.
Nara Prison MuseumMuseumNara, JapanExhibits reflect on the realities of imprisonment.
SongTeller HotelHotelNashville, United StatesDolly Parton's hotel, a love letter to Nashville.
Casa RenoirHotelNoosa, AustraliaIntimate six-villa boutique wellness hotel.
Explora’s El CalafateHotelEl Calafate, ArgentinaLodge with stunning views of nature.
Perito Moreno GlacierSightEl Calafate, ArgentinaThe Perito Moreno, Francisco Gormaz or Bismarck Glacier is a glacier located in Los Glaciares National Park in…
Cormorant at 55 SouthHotelPuerto Williams, ChileSouthernmost hotel for Antarctica Fly Cruise package.
Baccarat RomeHotelRome, ItalySecond hotel venture by crystal barware company.
1 Hotel AustinHotelAustin, United States

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Lonely PlanetJul 17

The best tropical vacation destinations on a budget

Plan an excellent tropical escape without spending a fortune at one of these budget-friendly warm-weather destinations.

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Playa BlancaSightoffers beach huts, bars, and hammocks for overnight stays
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Providencia IslandSightProvidencia, Colombiaremote Caribbean island with footprint-free golden sand beaches
Vanua LevuSightSuva, FijiFiji's second-largest island with pristine beaches and waterfalls
Gunung RinjaniTrailLombok, Indonesiamulti-day adventure climbing Indonesia's second-highest volcano
Pantai MawiSightLombok, Indonesiaworld-class surf breaks in southern Lombok
Air Terjun Sindang GilaSightLombok, Indonesiaspectacular waterfalls in Lombok's jungle interior
Gili IslandsNeighborhoodLombok, Indonesiafree from motorized transport, includes Gili Trawangan, Meno, Air
Zanzibar IslandSightZanzibar City, TanzaniaTanzania's jewel with cinematic coral reefs and soft sand beaches
KendwaSightZanzibar City, Tanzaniawidest beach on Zanzibar, swimmable with soft sand
PongweSightZanzibar City, Tanzaniacrowd-free coastline with sublime shades of turquoise on east coast
JambianiSightZanzibar City, Tanzanialaid-back tropical place on Zanzibar's southeast coast
PalawanHotelPuerto Princesa, Philippinesarchipelagic province with islands, waterfalls, caves, and wrecks
Green IslandSightCairns, Australiacoral cay near Cairns for reef trips
KurandaNeighborhoodCairns, Australianearby village with artsy, hippie markets
Rusty'sMarketCairns, Australiamarket filled with tropical fruits
Trinity BeachParkCairns, AustraliaIn the 2021 census, Trinity Beach had a population of 6,594 people.
BarbadosSightBridgetown, Barbadosaffordable Caribbean destination with public sugar-sand beaches
Brownes BeachSightBridgetown, Barbadossnorkel with seahorses, turtles, and rays
BathshebaSightBridgetown, Barbadosepic surfing on the wild Atlantic-facing east coast
Rainbow ReefSightSuva, Fiji
Namena Marine ReserveSightSuva, Fiji
Clifton BeachSightCairns, Australia

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Condé Nast TravelerJan 12

The Colombian Chefs Revitalizing the Country's Food Scene

From Bogotà to Cartegena and Medellín, a new generation of Colombians is drawing on tradition—and creating some of the world's best restaurants in the process.

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Chapinero AltoNeighborhoodlocus of Bogotá's food scene
Rogelio SalmonaPlacearchitect of mid-20th-century red-brick mansions
Mini-MalRestaurantrestaurant using Indigenous rites and biodiverse flora/fauna
Salvo PatriaRestaurantseasonal, waste-conscious restaurant
AmazonPlaceFrom the Colombian Amazon to Malawi's Kusango National Park, grants from the US government have been ended leaving…
LeoRestaurantChapinero restaurant with tasting menus
FunleoPlacefoundation working with producers across Colombia
TerritorioRestaurantrange of distillates using native ingredients
La Sala de LauraRestaurantbistro above mother's restaurant
La CandelariaNeighborhoodBogotá's colonial old town
Casa Mamá LuzRestaurantrestaurant of Luz Dary Cogollo, star of Street Food
Comuna 13Neighborhoodhillside slum in Medellín, now a tourist destination
Berracas de la 13Restaurantrestaurant and women's collective in Comuna 13
Mamba NegraRestaurantrestaurant known for ancestral Colombian ingredients
Elcielo HotelHotelhotel opened by Juan Manuel Barrientos
SambombiRestaurantbistro pioneering hyperlocalism
La Perseverancia marketMarketmarket where Mamá Luz started with a food stall
Príncipe ConejoPlaceurban farm near La Sierra
La SierraNeighborhoodarea with breeze block houses
Rituales café and roasterRestaurantworks with 35 coffee-producing families
Urban Coffee ToursPlaceoffers tours to coffee producers in La Sierra
PacificPlace
V60 drippersPlace

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Condé Nast TravelerDec 7, 2025

Expect to See These Hotels All Over Your Feed in 2026

From Venice to Kyoto and Costa Rica, it's going to be an unforgettable year for newcomers and familiar faces alike.

21 hotels in this story

Four Seasons Hotel and Residences CartagenaHotelSpans heritage buildings in vibrant Getsemaní
Elsewhere
The CooperHotelCharleston, United StatesWaterfront location overlooking Charleston Harbor
The Knox Hotel & Residences, Auberge Resorts CollectionHotelDallas, United StatesAnchors the magnetic Knox Street neighborhood
White ElephantHotelAspen, United StatesThird outpost with 54 rooms and mountain views
The Selvedge, a SingleThread InnHotelHealdsburg, United StatesRestored 1895 River Belle Inn on Russian River banks
The Huntington HotelHotelSan Francisco, United StatesGrande dame of Nob Hill, renovated by Ken Fulk
The Vineta, Oetker HotelsHotelPalm Beach, United StatesHistoric building on Cocoanut Row, recently renovated
1 Hotel AustinHotelAustin, United StatesNature-driven approach on banks of Waller Creek
AmanvariHotelCosta Palmas, MexicoUltra-luxe serenity within Costa Palmas community
Siari, a Ritz-Carlton ReserveHotelNayarit, MexicoEstate on 920 acres along Mexico's Pacific coast
JW Marriott Costa ElenaHotelGuanacaste, Costa RicaChic new all-inclusive property with 415 rooms
Explora El CalafateHotelEl Calafate, ArgentinaLuxury lodge near Lake Argentino with glacier views
Inkaterra Cabo BlancoHotelPiura, PeruEco-tourism destination on Peru's northern coastline
Waldorf Astoria London Admiralty ArchHotelLondon, United KingdomOccupies a Grade-I listed monument near Trafalgar Square
Cambridge House, Auberge CollectionHotelLondon, United KingdomGeorgian mansion on Piccadilly, balancing heritage and polish
The NewmanHotelLondon, United KingdomBoutique hotel in Fitzrovia with Art Deco design
HopeHotelScottish Highlands, United KingdomRetreat on vast Sutherland estate, part of rewilding project
Mercer MadridHotelMadrid, SpainLandmarked building, former HQ of Sociedad General Azucarera
Vestige Can JordiHotelFormentera, SpainLocated on Cala Saona, one of the island's best beaches
Zannier BendorHotelÎle de Bendor, FranceReimagined Provençal village on a private island
Airelles Palladio VeneziaHotelVenice, ItalyOccupies three historic buildings on Giudecca

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Condé Nast TravelerNov 10, 2025

Where to Go on Your Next Girls Trip

We asked well-traveled women to share their tried-and-true spots, and ended up with 14 picks from Puerto Rico to Puglia.

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Marriott Bonvoy Homes & VillasHotelProperty with rooftop pool and city views.
Jacada TravelPlaceOffers curated experiences like salsa lessons and yacht excursions.
Norma RistoranteRestaurantRestaurant with live music, pasta, and grilled seafood.
El Arsenal: The Rum BoxRestaurantOffers lessons on Colombian rums paired with chocolate.
Elsewhere
Taliesin WestAttractionScottsdale, United StatesFrank Lloyd Wright's former home and studio.
Andaz Scottsdale Resort & BungalowsHotelScottsdale, United StatesHotel with midcentury-modern vibes.
Duryea’sHotelMontauk, United StatesOffers sunset cottages and a restaurant by the water.
The Surf LodgeHotelMontauk, United StatesPopular outdoor bar with good music and sunset views.
Sea Pines ResortHotelHilton Head Island, United StatesPremier villas on Hilton Head Island.
Daufuskie IslandSightHilton Head Island, United StatesIsland near Hilton Head with preserved history.
Broccoli City Music FestivalFestivalWashington, United StatesMusic festival held in Washington D.C.
Lincoln MemorialParkWashington, United StatesCultural landmark in Washington D.C.
National Museum of African American History and CultureMuseumWashington, United StatesIt was established in 2003 and opened its permanent home in 2016 with a ceremony…
National Museum of Women in the ArtsMuseumWashington, United StatesThe National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA), located in Washington, D.C., is "the first museum in the world solely…
Kimpton Banneker HotelHotelWashington, United StatesHotel near the Washington Monument.
Washington MonumentSightWashington, United StatesMonument in Washington D.C.
Busboys & PoetsRestaurantWashington, United StatesServes Southern comfort food and doubles as a bookstore.
Silver SocialBarWashington, United StatesOffers elevated classics near Nationals Park.
La HaciendaRestaurantScottsdale, United StatesHidden gem restaurant inside the Fairmont Princess.
Well & Being SpaSightScottsdale, United StatesSpa getaway with the best views.
Naturalis Bio Resort & SpaHotelLecce, ItalyLuxury hotel in Salento with a nurturing vibe.

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