Hotels We Love

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Each year we see more and more magnificent hotels pop up. This is great for travelers as it allows them to really enjoy their stay and want to spend time at their hotel. For 2015 there are some truly magnificent hotels we love and hope that we can stay at this year.

Cavas Wine Lodge in Mendoza, Argentina
What’s interesting about this lodge is that it is smack dab in the middle of a working vineyard. The hotel is filled with beautiful artwork. The onsite restaurant is impressive with items like lamb that’s been cooked for a full 24 hours. For those that want plenty of space there are Vineyard Villas which are a massive 2,200 square feet. Guests who book at least two nights will receive a complimentary massage.

Four Seasons Hotel in Hong Kong
As with most Four Season’s hotels, this one is impressive. The smallest room is about 500 square feet. The hotel features things like lemongrass soak spa treatments, silk furnishings and rainfall showerheads. One of the most impressive parts about it is the rooftop deck that has stunning views of Victoria Harbour as well as two swimming pools.

Nayara Springs in La Fortuna, Costa Rica
This hotel consists of 16 villas and is situated next to the Arenal Volcano. It looks like a retreat in the jungle with its hammocks and interesting wildlife that can be seen out of the windows. There’s a plunge pool filled with spring water from the volcano that guests can lounge around in. Guests can participate in daily Pilates or yoga classes each day.

Singita at Krugar National Park in South Africa
This hotel is for those that really want an intimate feel. It consists of only two lodges that are situated in the treetops. The walls are made of glass and they overlook the Lebombo Mountain Range. For those that really want to experience nature, the hotel will set up an outdoor bed. Guests tend to participate in guided walks to try to catch a glimpse of some of the local wildlife like giraffes, zebras and monkeys.

Lough Erne Resort in Enniskillen, Northern Ireland
This hotel was voted Northern Ireland’s hotel of the year for 2014. It’s located in the countryside and offers spectacular views. Guests can utilize the infinity pool and enjoy the luxury linens and the nearby Faldo Championship Golf Course. There’s also a Thai spa that offers ten treatment rooms so guests can experience plenty of pampering while at the Lough Erne Resort.

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Sue Lobo
Sue Lobo is a four-time Condé Nast Traveler Top Travel Specialist (2023, 2024, 2025 & 2026) and Senior Travel Advisor at Atlas Travel Center, one of the most decorated travel agencies in the United States. With more than 35 years of experience in the travel industry, Sue has planned, booked, and personally accompanied trips for thousands of clients — from first-time cruisers to seasoned luxury travelers who have circled the globe multiple times. Sue's areas of deep expertise include ocean and river cruising, European tours, group travel coordination, luxury travel, honeymoon planning, and family vacation design. She is a CLIA-certified cruise specialist and works within an agency that holds IATA and ARC accreditation and maintains an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. Over her career, Sue has been involved in more than 30,000 bookings and has personally coordinated over 200 travel groups — from faith-based group cruises and HBCU alumni trips to women's retreats, family reunions, and corporate incentive travel. What sets Sue apart is not just the credentials — it is the firsthand experience behind them. Sue has personally traveled to more than 20 countries across three continents, including Cuba, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, and throughout Europe. She has sailed on dozens of cruise ships across nearly every major line, walked the river cruise routes she recommends, and eaten at the restaurants she suggests to clients. Her recommendations come from personal experience, not brochures. In addition to advising clients, Sue writes extensively about travel for The Traveler's Atlas blog — covering everything from cruise line comparisons and overtourism trends to destination guides and practical travel tips. Her writing is grounded in the same expertise she brings to every client conversation: honest, specific, and built on decades of real-world travel experience. Sue is based in the United States and available to help travelers plan cruises, European tours, group trips, river cruises, honeymoons, family vacations, and more. To work with Sue, contact Atlas Travel Center at atlastravelweb.com.