These Impeccably Designed Hotels Look 5-Star But Are Less Than $250 Per Night
Besides fashion, travel is my other true love. So when I get to combine the two, you know I'm one happy camper. For this story, I decided to highlight reasonably-priced hotels around the world that have stunningly stylish interior designs—I wouldn't blame you if you mistook these properties for five-star hotels.
My list includes a regal Vienna hotel fit for royalty, a funky Paris enclave replete with vivid colors, a newly opened Copenhagen hot spot, a serene Provence escape, and more. Stateside, I also included a new Palm Springs hotel perfect for weekend getaways and a posh Miami destination. Scroll down to see my favorite stylish hotels and my shopping recommendations to match each vibe.
1. Hotel Motto, Vienna
This hotel has only been open for a year, but it's quickly become the talk of Vienna. Hotel Motto's charming interior design includes whimsical wallpaper, fringed lamps, serene bathrooms, and more. Rooms start at $139 per night.
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2. Hotel Les Deux Gares, Paris
The cobalt-blue velvet couch might have been what sold me on Hotel Les Deux Gares, one of Paris's newest hotels. Located in the 10th arrondissement, the property's quirky-cool design is perfect for artistically inclined travelers. Rooms start at $163 per night.
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3. La Bionda, Begur, Spain
While the island of Mallorca might get all the press these days, I'm dying to go to La Bionda on the mainland. Located an hour and a half's drive from Barcelona in the town of Begur, this resort has impeccable reviews and even better décor. The small boutique hotel is housed in a thoroughly restored 17th-century building and prides itself on its sustainability measures. Rooms start at $148 per night.
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4. Esmé, Miami
Formerly a 1920s artists' colony, Esmé has been lovingly renovated to the tune of $40 million. The Miami Beach hotel has a whopping five different restaurants, each as beautiful as the next, in addition to a rooftop pool. Rooms start at $250 per night.
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5. 25hours Hotel Indre By, Copenhagen
I stayed at 25hours Hotel Indre By during my last trip to Copenhagen Fashion Week and was blown away by the fun and colorful décor. There are so many different stylish pockets of the hotel to explore, including the moody, '70s-inspired lounge room replete with vinyl records, the charming café with scrumptious pastries, and the corkboard-bedecked guest rooms with fun tiled bathrooms. Rooms start at $142 per night.
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6. Le Moulin de Lourmarin, Provence, France
When my mom and I visited Provence in September, we drove around to all the lovely hilltop villages of the Luberon region. One of my favorite towns to visit was Lourmarin, where we spent several hours browsing all the cute shops. We stopped for lunch at Le Moulin de Lourmarin, which has an absolutely delightful patio that's perfectly positioned for prime people-watching. With minimalist décor, the hotel offers a serene respite from tiring travel. Rooms start at $145 per night.
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7. Azure Sky, Palm Springs
As a SoCal native, I can attest to the fact that Palm Springs is the absolute best weekend getaway. While I've stayed at several different hotels and Airbnbs over the years, I'm excited to try the city's newest offering, Azure Sky. Houses in a 1959 property that has undergone extensive renovation, the hotel just reopened in March 2022. Rooms start at $186.
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Erin got her start as aBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing intern over 13 years ago—back when the site only published a single story per day. (Who What Wear has since increased that number twentyfold.) She graduated magna cum laude from USC, which is how she ended up moving to Los Angeles from her hometown of San Diego. In college, she also interned at Refinery29, where she was promoted to editorial assistant and then assistant editor. After nearly three years at R29, she came back to WWW in 2016, where she currently holds the title of Associate Director of Fashion News (as well as the unofficial title of resident royal expert—in case you haven't noticed her numerous Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton stories). She spends her days trying to incorporate her idols, Anna Wintour and Roger Federer, into as many stories as possible. Outside of work, she loves tennis, classic rock, traveling, and smothering her dog with affection.