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Ode to the Egg Chair: The Mira Hong Kong
By Sara Bliss on April 21, 2011Those of you who read this blog regularly know that I tend to feature hotels that are more homey and less hotely. So, at first glance, the slick 400 plus room Mira in Hong Kong would be the type of property I would probably pass over. Not because it isn’t fabulous, it is, but because it is a little on […] -
Moroccan Beach Chic: La Sultana Oualidia
By Sara Bliss on April 16, 2011For those of you who fell in love with the exotic glamour of La Sultana Marrakesh this week, check out the hotel’s sister boutique property, La Sultana Oualidia. The 11-suite hotel is located 2 1/2 hours away on Morocco’s Atlantic coast, and pairs gorgeous Moroccan design with a glorious beachside setting. Staying at both hotels would be a dreamy way to […] -
Global Glamour: La Sultana Marrakech
By Sara Bliss on April 12, 2011It is grey and rainy here in New York– an absolutely perfect day to hop on our magic carpets and get lost in the color and pattern of the divine La Sultana in Marrakech. La Sultana features 27 guest rooms and suites, plus 1 apartment, spread out over 5 restored riads. Each riad features a garden or courtyard in the […] -
Your Pad in West Hollywood: Checking into Palihouse
By Sara Bliss on April 11, 2011Wishing you could find a hotel in L.A. that doesn’t feel like a hotel at all, but rather the hip Hollywood pad you’ve always dreamed of? Searching for a place with your own gorgeous kitchen, a staff that will stock groceries in your fridge, plus your own private outdoor terrace for eating a home cooked meal under the stars? And for evenings […] -
Celebrating Color at the Pantone Hotel
By Sara Bliss on April 5, 2011For those of you living in white boxes, either because you’re playing it safe or you’re in a rental that doesn’t allow you to paint, you might want to take your design cues from the Pantone Hotel in Brussels. As the worldwide color authority, Pantone is the perfect brand to open a hotel that showcases the power of color to […] -
In Love With Saint Lucia
By Sara Bliss on April 1, 2011Everything about St. Lucia is completely and utterly magical. I just got back from the island and I can’t say enough good things about it. Everyone we met was so friendly and incredibly proud of their stunning island. It is absolutely one of the most gorgeous islands in the Caribbean which you will notice at every turn–whether you’re taking a dip […]
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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.