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L’Hotel Marrakech by Jasper Conran: A Fresh Take on Moroccan Style
By Sara Bliss on August 2, 2017Celebrated British designer Jasper Conran has put his stamp on everything–women’s fashion, Waterford crystal, dinnerware, books, textiles, and now his own glamorous boutique hotel. L’Hotel Marrakech is set in a 19-century Riad with five suites that surround a lush courtyard garden. Inspired by 1930s design, the property features antique furniture, graphic textiles, lighting and art from Jasper’s own collection. With lots […] -
Pink & Green at El Fenn in Marrakech
By Sara Bliss on January 9, 2017If you are color-obsessed you will love El Fenn in Marrakech. The hotel was originally a private riad converted into a hotel by Vanessa Branson and Howell James in 2004. It was recently revamped by general manager Willem Smit who oversaw the two-year update which was unveiled in 2014. The hotel features 28 color-saturated rooms. One thread throughout several spaces are […] -
Josef Frank Fabrics at c/o The Maidstone
By Sara Bliss on August 22, 2016For years, The Maidstone Arms Inn in East Hampton was a cute, preppy inn with nautical theme. That all changed a few years ago when the hotel was bought by Swedish hotelier Jenny Ljungberg, who renamed it, c/o The Maidstone, and gave the inn a whimsical, color-saturated, eco-friendly makeover. She teamed up with Nadia Tolstoy (Leo’s granddaughter), to give each of the 19 rooms a […] -
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By Sara Bliss on January 4, 2015Rounding up the coolest new design hotels. Here’s the ultimate travel wishlist with 12 dream destinations. Malliouhana, Anguilla It’s impossible not to fall in love with the colorful, preppy-meets-glamorous revamp of this island favorite. Auberge Resorts spent 18-months on the renovation with Todd-Avery Lenahan of TAL Studios (who also did the amazing Hotel Jerome in Aspen). Between the stunning design […] -
Checking in to the St. Regis in Mauritius
By Sara Bliss on August 14, 2013More and more I am trying to live by the motto that you only live once. So when the stars aligned and I was able to visit my oldest friend who lives in Mauritius and write about the gorgeous new St. Regis there for Indagare too, I jumped at the chance. It was a 30-hour trip from NYC, completely crazy considering I […] -
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 […]
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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.