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John Robshaw Checks Into the Inn Paradiso
By Sara Bliss on July 26, 2013HC Contributor, the amazing designer John Robshaw reports back on his trip to the Inn Paradiso in Paso Robles, California. Love this quirky hotel and John’s fun pics. From amazing vineyards to mineral hot springs and back to the cozy rooms at the inn, here’s John’s take on Paso Robles: I met Steve Werndorf and Gisela Marin ages ago and instantly connected with […] -
The Groovy Acapulco Chairs at the Grace Santorini
By Sara Bliss on July 22, 2013Browsing on the site Discover & Deliver, I came across the dreamy Grace Santorini hotel and these very cool Acapulco Chairs. Based on traditional Mayan hammock weaving they were originally produced in the 1950s. The mod vinyl chairs are available in 20 colors and are some of the grooviest outdoor chairs I’ve seen. The Acapulco Chair The 21-room […] -
Beachside Lunch in Mauritius at Dinarobin
By Sara Bliss on July 15, 2013A few months back I was exploring Mauritius and covering the new St. Regis for Indagare . Around the corner from the St. Regis was the Dinarobin Resort where we parked under a palapa for a bite one afternoon. Probably one of my favorite places for lunch….ever, totally laid-back with a killer view of the Indian Ocean. The vibe was […] -
Montauk in Manhattan: Gilligan’s at the Soho Grand
By Sara Bliss on July 6, 2013I love a great hotel bar. The ones are where even the locals want to hang out at. This summer Gilligan’s at the Soho Grand is that spot in NYC. I checked out the beach-themed alfresco pop-up for Refinery29 and decided it was going to my summer night go-to. The vibe is very laid-back with picnic tables, deck chairs, and kitschy […] -
Chic Daybeds from Dar Nanka in Marrakech
By Sara Bliss on July 2, 2013These amazing daybeds caught my eye at the 8-room Dar Nanka Hotel & Spa in Marrakech. Swap them for your standard loungers and they would bring a little bit of Morocco to your poolside. You could have a woodworker copy the design, or if you are closer to Morocco, contact the designer. He doesn’t have a website, but the hotel […] -
Courtney McGinnis Checks into the Palazzo Margherita
By Sara Bliss on June 26, 2013There are some people who just innately have an incredible eye for style and Courtney McGinnis is one of them. A former editor and stylist for J. Crew, Courtney recently teamed up with former Elle editor and Ruthie Sommers alum, Samantha O’Brien to launch Clover Design. Based in Bedford, NY, the vintage furniture dealers have an amazing knack for finding […]
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SARA BLISSAs a freelance design and travel writer, I am always on the lookout for the most innovative and glamorous hotels. I started Hotel Chic as a travel/design blog to showcase the coolest hotels around the globe, and show you how to bring the look home. Whether you use this site to plan your next trip, redecorate your bedroom, or check into an amazing hotel without leaving your couch, I hope Hotel Chic will be a source of inspiration. Read full bio.