t Les Hautes Roches
FRANCE
France’s leading luxury Troglodytic
hotel rises over the Loire Valley and
the meandering royal river. Sculpted
into the tufa cliff face is a labyrinth
of living spaces, each uniquely
curated with light, velvety shades
tastefully juxtaposed with vivid
splashes of colour. The surrounding
Châteaux de la Loire and the nearby
Vouvray vineyards unfold right
outside, for a richly rewarding trip
down culture lane.
› http://www.leshautesroches.comIconic Santorini Hotel u
GREECE
Sleep in style within the heart of a volcano.
The depths of Santorini’s volcanic cliffs play
host to these enigmatic, new cave suites
of the Iconic Santorini Hotel. Its dedicated
terrace features outdoor loungers and
a caldera-facing plunge pool offering a
splendid vista of the vast Aegean sea right
below. This is the pinnacle of luxurious
serenity, warm Hellenic hospitality and truly
unmatched local cuisine.
› http://www.iconicsantorini.comPhoto: Kokopelli’s Cavet Kokopelli’s Cave
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Fashioned out of sheer Ojo Alamo
sandstone cliffs overlooking the
stunning La Plata river valley and
sloping sandstone pathways, enter
the quaint charm of Flintstone-
esque Kokopelli’s Cave. Eclectic
home design, rugged, textured rock
walls and the warm tones of aspen
furniture coalesce into a homely
space for the perfect stay, complete
with a stone hot tub jacuzzi, small
patio and Native American kiva.
› http://www.kokoscave.us Desert Cave Hotel
AUSTRALIA
Hidden within the vast Australian
Outback is the famed opal mining town
of Coober Pedy, the unique setting
of Desert Cave Hotel. While there are
aboveground rooms as well, the more
daring can live underground. The cozy,
stone-walled rooms beneath are fitted
with native rocks and furnishings,
reflecting the unique culture of the
Australian Outback.
› http://www.desertcave.com.au
p Cappadocia Cave Suites
TURKEY
It isn’t Turkey without the
underground. The picturesque city of
Goreme brings you Cappadocia Cave
Suites, a lush subterranean experience
within its storied fairy chimneys.
Indulge in the way rich luxury melds
with the authentic style of Hittite,
Roman and Byzantine Periods. From
the private balcony, watch the iconic
Turkish hot air balloons rise against the
distant sunset.
› http://www.cappadociacavesuites.com/enPhoto: Cappadocia Cave Suites Ibis Styles London
Gloucester Road
ENGLAND
‘Mind the gap!’ screams at you from
the carpet, now your very own Tube
platform. Here is a quirky aboveground
rendition of London’s subway system,
splashed with oranges, yellows and
blues distinctively redolent of the
colourful Tube map. A stylish tribute to
the metropolis’ iconic underground,
its decor also takes a page from the
book of the sixties - plush velvet seats
in the lobby, arched windows and prints
bearing the names of famous stations.
› http://www.accor.comPhoto: Ibis Styles Photo: Desert Cave Hotel
Photo: Iconic Santorini Hotel