26. Capella Bangkok: Bangkok, Thailand
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In a busy city of 11 million, “Capella Bangkok is luxury and serenity incarnate,” wrote one reader. “There are few hotels there able to create a space that feels truly relaxing, and it’s definitely at the top of that list.” The 101-key hotel, which also offers a number of villas, is perched on the right bank of the Chao Phraya River.
Reader Score: 98.29
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27. Hotel de Russie, a Rocco Forte Hotel: Rome, Italy
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This property just south of the Piazza del Popolo is famed for its rich history (which includes a 1917 stay by Pablo Picasso and Jean Cocteau) and its 30,000-square-foot “secret garden,” designed by Giuseppe Valadier. Enjoy an outdoor dinner among pines and palms at Le Jardin de Russie before retreating to one of the 120 rooms and suites.
Reader Score: 98.29