A conversation with The Maker

“Really, we are all are makers, but artists, craftsman, writers – and particularly art and design makers drove our inspiration.“ Lev Glazman THC: What inspired The Maker? LG: The Maker is inspired by the celebration of art, design and...

Lockdown Portraits

There’s a man, who stood in front of your favourite chefs and asked them to do something they’re simply not used to doing in their restaurants. He asked them to stand still. Established restaurant, food and portrait...

The Big Bond Issue

Since inception some six years ago we have rarely mentioned the matter of hotel rates. Because we believe there’s more to the modern day hotel experience. But during these times of hardship and challenges, we asked ourselves one question...

From place to place

The world, one could argue, is made up of a series of neighbourhoods and punctuating these neighbourhoods is a mix of independently run and chain operated hotels. Each and all bound by hospitality, public spaces, bars, restaurants and the spirit of...

Something to Say

“It’s the same story told over and over. All that the artist can offer the world is how they see those twelve notes”. You could say the latest incarnation of ‘A Star is Born’ was a film that had something to say, and acting veteran Sam Elliot was...

Sleeping Around

Tet Rouge, St.Lucia

Tet Rouge, St.Lucia

Best Known ForTet Rouge, who’s name is derived from the red roofs that top the buildings, is the smallest hotel on St. Lucia with only six rooms. This chic but cosy boutique retreat is an adults-only escape that delivers something a little different to the usual large-scale, all-inclusive resorts that litter the island. Each room has a stunning sea-view where you can see St.Vincent in the distance and is perfect for a romantic get-away. Every stay is different and personalised to the guests...

Fort Young, Dominica

Fort Young, Dominica

Best Known For Dominica’s only all-inclusive resort is situated in the small capital city of Roseau, on a piece of land that was...

Colégio Charm House, Portugal

Colégio Charm House, Portugal

BEST KNOWN FOR The unique Colégio Charm House was previously an 18th century palace that was originally built for the King of Portugal’s...

Saint James, Paris

Saint James, Paris

BEST KNOWN FOR Saint James is part-chateau, part-family estate, that delivers a chic country retreat, in the heart of Paris. This majestic residence...

Nobu Hotel, Warsaw

Nobu Hotel, Warsaw

BEST KNOWN FOR The Nobu hotel is named after the founder Nobu Matsuhisa, a Japanese celebrity chef, but the actor Robert De Niro is also a major...

About Us

The Hotel Culture is a new hub for hotel geeks, culture mavens, experience-seekers and brand insiders to share reviews, insights, knowledge and intelligence about the world of hotels.

Established in 2014, by a group of hotel obsessives from the UK, US and Australia, The Hotel Culture analyses what makes the perfect hotel stay in the world’s major gateway cities. In addition, the contributors provide insight into cultural events and brand collaborations both in and around lifestyle hotels and destinations internationally. A neighbourhood defines a hotel, but every just so often, a great hotel defines a neighbourhood, The Hotel Culture explores the relationship between brand, identity and sense of place.

OUR CONTRIBUTORS

Where Cultural Engineers

and taste-makers share their story and mindset

JACU STRAUSS, LORE GROUP

JACU STRAUSS, LORE GROUP

“I see interiors becoming even more diverse, and good design has a lot of emphasis on storytelling and meaning.“ JS THC: What inspires...

Adrien Gloaguen, Touriste

Adrien Gloaguen, Touriste

“The only thing that I am sure of is that I always want to change direction and create something new for each hotel. I hate...

Mark Hooper, Hole & Corner

Mark Hooper, Hole & Corner

“I tend to prefer brands who have always had a bit of culture and heritage central to what they do – like Hermès who have always championed...

Jonathan Plutzik, The Betsy

Jonathan Plutzik, The Betsy

“I am constantly inspired by all of the talented people that we are fortunate to collaborate with and how many of them are trying to make...

Loh Lik Peng, Unlisted Collection

Loh Lik Peng, Unlisted Collection

“There’s no future for us hoteliers if we don’t engage with businesses and the culture of our neighbourhood.” Loh Lik Peng Hotelier...

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