As 2016 draws to a close, and as tradition has it, we're rounding up a few 'Best of posts' this week. For our 2nd post, we bring you boutique style hotels that we loved.  From quaint rental airbnb-style spaces to more official hotels.  Here's the countdown below.





9.  Aquiles Eco Hotel
Made from wooden containers, set within a concrete skeleton, the Aquiles Eco Hotel, on the beach of the fishing village São Pedro in Cape Verde (Africa) is a great prototype for a sustainable hotel.  The hotel's philosophy reflects a total ecological environmental integration.


8. A Malibu Airstream
A perfect little spot perched on a hilltop in Malibu overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Catalina, Santa Barbara Island and the Santa Monica Mountains. Click here to see more.



7. Ace New Orleans
Located at the corner of Carondelet and Lafayette streets in the Warehouse District of New Orleans, Ace's cool hotel style reputation continues this time featuring an Art Deco-influenced vibe with Ace signature extras such as in-room record players, Smeg fridges and acoustic guitars. Click here to see.


6. Joshua Tree Casita 1919
Approximately fifteen miles from Joshua Tree National Park sits The Joshua Tree Casita , a bohemian-styled two bed, one bath mid-century airbnb home.  Located near the west entrance of Joshua Tree National Park, the rental boasts complete silence, open desert views, desert wildlife, and a breathtaking starry sky (best seen from the hot tub!).  Click here for more.



5. Town Hall Hotel and Apartments - 2068
 From across the pond in London at the Town Hall Hotel and Apartments.  Located in the East End, the award-winning hotel mixes architectural character with a modern edge. Click here to see more.



 
4. Byron Beach Abodes
A family run business, Byron Beach Abodes specializes in boutique-style accommodations.  Featuring The Cottage, The Chapel and the House which each have their own unique style and are only a five minute walk to Byron's best beaches.  Click here to visit.

 


3. The Bunkie Cabin - 5435
We fell in love with Lynne Knowlton's new treehouse property, the Bunkie Cabin. Click here to read more.

 

2. Los Enamorados Ibiza Los Enamorados Ibiza- 7542
Los Enamorados is a boutique hotel located on the north of the island of Ibiza. Created by Pierre Traversier, ex-basketball player and magazine editor, Rozemarijn de Witte, Los Enamorados (meaning "in-love") is seaside in the little romantic harbor of Portinatx. Click here to see more.



1. Restored Historic 1889 Cottage in SC - 11896
This adorable 1889 historic Airbnb cottage located in Beaufort, South Carolina was recently restored by its' interior designer owner in South Carolina. Click here to see.


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