The recent Mobile Travel Tracker report from Hotels.com found that millennials are spending on average 80 minutes a day on social media while on vacation and two thirds are glued to Instagram, so it’s no surprise that capturing the perfect shot is high on travelers’ list.
Insta-travel is the new norm, as vacationers seek out the world’s most picture-perfect hotels and plan their trips around snapping the perfect ‘Gram. One in six* admit they chose a hotel based on its potential social media ‘brag-ability’, so to celebrate the most brag-worthy hotels in its portfolio, Hotels.com™ has revealed 10 of the most Instagrammable hotels around the world.
Isabelle Pinson, Vice President, EMEA at Hotels.com brand, said; “We all know the drill: You walk into your hotel room and before you’ve even checked out the mini bar, you’re setting up the perfect shot of the room and the crisp linen for Instagram.”
“Our annual Hotels.com Mobile Travel Tracker report has revealed that now one in six people globally are choosing their next holiday destination based on social media #inspo. That’s why we thought it was time to create our own round-up of hotel hot shots.”
Beautiful balcony views, jaw-dropping bathrooms, statement staircases and rooftop pools each feature in the top 10. From London and Paris to Bangkok and Bali, Hotels.com aims to fill your feed with hearts, likes and envy-inducing comments, with these 10 insanely Instagrammable hotels. Watch out world, your Instagram feed is about to get even more striking. #winning
St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London; UK - Statement Staircase
Hotels.com review rating: 8.8 out of 10
Breath-taking, picture-perfect and majestic. The iconic staircase, familiar to many from the Spice Girls’ Wannabe music video, has been widely bragged about on social media. Get a mate to snap you gliding down these in your fresh holiday fashion for the ultimate envy-inducing post.
Rooms from AED 858* per night. For more information, please visit Hotels.com
Hotel Plaza Athenee; Paris - A Room with a View
Hotels.com review: 9.6 out of 10
A view so romantic, it even made Carrie Bradshaw squeal on Sex And The City. This quintessential Instagram photo will have your followers commenting #epic #wow. The rooms’ views of the Eiffel Tower, contrasted against the bright red flowers, the oh-so-Francais white shutters and a blue sky have become one of the most Instagrammed hotel shots.
Rooms from AED 3,951* per night. For more information, please visit Hotels.com
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island; Maldives – The Underwater Restaurant
Hotels.com review: 9.2 out of 10
16 feet below sea level, the Ithaa undersea restaurant will have you ‘walking on water’. With 180-degree panoramic views, there are an endless number of angles to capture that perfect ‘Gram. Serving up a six-course luxury dinner, there will be plenty for you to ‘snap’ #nofilterneeded.
Rooms from AED 2,571* per night. For more information, please visit Hotels.com
Hotel Fasano; Rio De Janeiro - The Perfect Pool Shot
Hotels.com review: 9.2 out of 10
Snap a ‘Gram at one of the best rooftop pools in Rio, with Sugarloaf Mountain in the background. A must-see sight in Brazil, social media lovers can capture this pic while posing poolside.
Rooms from AED 1,795* per night. For more information, please visit Hotels.com
Jade Mountain Resort; St Lucia - The Beautiful Bathroom Snap
Hotels.com review: 10.0 out of 10
Could a bathroom view be more inviting? Making waves among your followers, this epic view has become a hot-spot to capture a ‘Gram. With its stunning Caribbean views, luxurious setting and the air of ultimate indulgence, this bathroom is a must-soak and must-snap for travelers.
Rooms from AED 4,481* per night. For more information, please visit Hotels.com
Villa Saraswati; Bali - The Exclusive Luxury Shot
Hotels.com review: 8.8 out of 10
Perfect for a relaxation Instagram; these luxurious villas in Ubud exude exclusivity, leaving followers craving warm weather and a tranquil escape. You don’t need to be a celebrity to Instagram a shot of this hotel – but a good one might just make you famous!
Rooms from AED 466* per night. For more information, please visit Hotels.com
Barcelo Malaga; Malaga - The Playground Lobby
Hotels.com review: 8.8 out of 10
They say first impressions last forever and entering the Barcelo Malaga will certainly leave you wowed. Thanks to the giant stainless-steel slide, known in Spanish as EDHA (la Estructura Deslizante para Humanos Atrevidos), meaning ‘sliding structure for daring humans’, guests can check in to their stay in style.
Rooms from AED 535* per night. For more information, please visit Hotels.com
The Icehotel; Sweden - Ice, Ice, Bed…
Hotels.com review: 8.6 out of 10
If you have ever needed a post to take your profile to the next level, this is it. Almost everything in The Icehotel is (unsurprisingly) made of ice, with each suite being individually themed and hand carved by artists from around the world. It really is a one of a kind stay.
Rooms from AED 616* per night. For more information, please visit Hotels.com
Bellagio Casino; Las Vegas - The Ultimate Location Tag
Hotels.com review: 8.6 out of 10
This luxury hotel is established as a celebrity home from home and attracts hundreds of thousands of social media lovers a year. ‘Gram an image near the iconic water fountains or inside the mesmerising rooms to give your followers FOMO.
Rooms from AED 592* per night. For more information, please visit Hotels.com
Lebua at State Tower; Bangkok - The Ultimate Bar
Hotels.com review: 8.8 out of 10
The sky’s the limit! Bangkok’s Sky Bar is located at the top of the State Tower and with panoramic views that go on for miles, it makes the perfect Insta shot. Made famous by The Hangover franchise, you can play at recreating some epic scenes with your Wolf Pack to rack up those ‘likes’.
Rooms from AED 476* per night. For more information, please visit Hotels.com
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