Each month in our Spotlight Series, we shine a light on a handful of extraordinary hotels through a themed edit, a curated lens on the stays we think deserve a place on your radar, or perhaps your wishlist.
This month’s selection is all about bucket list destinations, properties with a sense of occasion, shaped by setting, rarity and the feeling they leave behind. The kind of places that offer much more than a beautiful room, from staying in the heart of the wilderness to floating above crystal-clear waters. These are the hotels shaping our wish list for 2026.
Nimmo Bay
Tucked into the wild and remote beauty of British Columbia, Nimmo Bay is the kind of place that feels almost impossible to reach, in the best possible way. Accessible only by helicopter or seaplane, it offers a rare blend of adventure, comfort and deep immersion in nature. Families can spend their days bear spotting, salmon fishing, kayaking through still waters or exploring the coastline with expert guides, before retreating to beautifully designed cabins and genuinely warm hospitality. It’s wild, luxurious and unlike anywhere else.
Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge
Set among ancient forests and the stillness of Vancouver Island’s wilderness, Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge is a place that feels quietly extraordinary. Families stay in luxurious safari-style tents, complete with wood-burning stoves and private decks, while days are shaped by horseback riding, wildlife encounters, kayaking and time spent completely off-grid, without ever giving up comfort. It’s immersive, elegant and full of the kind of experiences children will remember long after they get home.
Cheval Blanc Randheli
Set in the Noonu Atoll in the Maldives, Cheval Blanc Randheli pairs exceptional design with an effortless sense of calm. Spacious villas open onto private pools and dazzling white-sand beaches, while families are exceptionally well looked after, from thoughtful service to beautifully designed children’s spaces. It manages to feel both polished and deeply restful, offering all the beauty of the Maldives with the ease and privacy that make a family stay truly special.
Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay
Perched above one of Bali’s most beautiful bays, Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay brings together traditional Balinese character and the comfort of a fully self-contained villa stay. Families have space to spread out, private plunge pools, and a setting that feels both peaceful and connected to local life. Days can be filled with time at the beach, temple visits, cooking classes or simply slow mornings by the pool. It’s a hotel that makes Bali feel both soulful and easy.
Four Seasons Resort Langkawi
Surrounded by rainforest, limestone cliffs and a wide sweep of beach, Four Seasons Resort Langkawi feels wonderfully tucked away. The setting is dramatic, but the experience is calm, spacious and deeply family-friendly, with nature woven into every part of the stay. Children can spot monkeys and hornbills, families can spend days on the sand or in the mangroves, and the villas offer the kind of privacy and comfort that make longer stays especially appealing. It’s one of those hotels that manages to feel both adventurous and deeply restorative.
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