Tucked away in the lively city of Colombo, Maniumpathy is a hidden gem that combines Ceylonese history with colonial elegance. Named after Manipay, a town in Jaffna, this…
We love nothing more than a new trendy boutique hotel. Being it’s the beginning of the year, HAP CEO & Editor-in-Chief Brandon Berkson shares his hyper-curated selection of…
If you’re looking for bold, aromatic Sri Lankan flavors in the heart of New York City, Lungi is your destination. Situated in Manhattan’s Upper East Side, this new…
The original 1962 Okura Tokyo, a mid-century modern icon designed by architect Yoshiro Taniguchi, was a stunning fusion of modernist flair and Japanese craftsmanship. Built just in time…
An upmarket lakeside haven at the end of a dirt road that’s a 40-minute drive from Sri Lanka’s most charming colonial city, Galle, Tri Lanka is a hidden…
We live and breathe boutique hotels, so it only made sense to focus on the smallest, most unique stays. Here are our faves with 12 rooms or fewer….
If you’re a fan of The Sound of Music and keen on learning more about the town where Mozart was born and raised, the charming Austrian hamlet of…
Hotels Above Par Founder & Editor-in-Chief Brandon Berkson shares his two cents about the top boutique hotels to visit in 2025—and we can’t wait to tell you who…
Le Toiny St. Barth—one of our favorite boutique hotels in the Caribbean—has just completed an extensive renovation by Bee Osborn Interiors, and the result is a masterclass in…
Hotels Above Par Founder Brandon Berkson here. There’s no city like Berlin. You tour its nefarious, poignant historical vestiges during the day, then by night, you dance until…
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