The resort chain One & Only It has 15 units spread across the world, always outside major centers, in paradisiacal locations – with the exception of hotels in Cape Town and Dubai – and exotic locations, which excel in good taste, glamor and high quality standards. Constantly awarded, the five star hotels They offer guests a distinctive personality and style, always with a touch of local culture, authentic hospitality and unmatched energy. Therefore, we have gathered here luxury experiences from You Must Go! at some One&Only resorts around the world, which will certainly inspire you to plan your next trip!
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You Must Go! nos resorts One&Only pelo mundo
Africa
One&Only Cape Town – África do Sul
With a privileged location, with incredible views of the Table Mountain and next to the WaterFront, o urban resort in Cape Town It has a small island, where some of the charming rooms are located. One&Only Cape Town is divided into two parts: the main building and the 1,000m² island in the center of the hotel. It is surrounded by a river where it is possible to do Standup and swim. Furthermore, it is where the SPA, a huge infinity pool, and the Isola restaurant are located. The rooms and suites have contemporary decor, with African art objects, lots of wood and varied colors. Among the hotel’s five bar and restaurant options, there is Nobu, one of the most famous Japanese restaurants in the world, and the first in Africa.
The spa is also of excellent quality, with twelve treatment rooms, saunas, swimming pools and jacuzzis. Enjoy and read our complete experience here best hotel in Cape Town.
One&Only Le Saint Géran – Mauritius
On the paradisiacal Flacq Beach, amid tropical gardens and with stunning views of the Indian Ocean, One&Only Le Saint Géran is the ideal retreat for families and couples of all ages. The 42-year-old property, which underwent a million-dollar renovation a few years ago, has a colonial style and design inspired by the beachside environment. With elegant decor, the rooms and suites overlook the lagoon or the beach. In total there are three stunning swimming pools, two of which are practically on the beach. The spa pool is also charming and invites you to take a dip at any time of the day.
There are six gastronomic options, including bars and restaurants, such as the Asian Tapasake and the steakhouse Prime. La Terrasse is outdoors, and is extremely pleasant, between the beach and the pool. One&Only in Mauritius also offers a range of activities and experiences, such as water sports, boat trips and even trails around the island. Read our full review about the hotel here.
North America
One&Only Palmilla, in Los Cabos – Mexico
Respecting local culture and architecture, One & Only Palmilla has its own personality and managed to adapt the brand’s elegance to the Mexican style in Los Cabos, one of the most popular vacation destinations for Americans – as it is close to Los Angeles, in Baja California. With impeccable landscaping, white walls and Spanish colonial touches, the resort in Los Cabos It has contemporary Mexican decor, and each corner is more charming than the last. There are 173 accommodations, divided between rooms, suites and villas, all very well decorated, with beautiful views and a cozy atmosphere. Furthermore, the luxury hotel in Los Cabos It has three swimming pools, one of which is jaw-dropping infinity. The second is for adults only, with a bar and view. And the third is the very peaceful one, the spa.
There is also direct access to two stunning beaches, practically deserted, with clear waters and a landscape full of rocks, very exotic and typical of the region. Meanwhile, the SPA has more than 6 thousand m² and a series of different treatments, as well as a beauty salon, well-equipped gym, yoga classes, as well as golf courses and tennis and basketball courts. There are four restaurants, one of which is run by none other than the starred New York chef Jean Georges. Furthermore, the service at One&Only Palmilla is impeccable, and the hotel also offers a series of experiences, such as local cooking classes and bicycles to travel around the property.
Asia
One&Only Royal Mirage – Dubai
Certainly one of best hotels in Dubai! It is divided into three different hotels: The Palace, Arabian Court and Residence & Spa. There is also One&Only The Palm, located on the island of Palm Jumeirah, opposite the other three. There are 65 acres of lush gardens, 1km of private beach, and the imposing entrance to The Palace, where our editor-in-chief Renata Araújo stayed, attracts attention with its golden camels. In fact, a grand hotel, with high ceilings, marble floors, paintings and sculptures.
In total there are 231 rooms, divided into five categories, all with contemporary decor with an Arabic touch. Gastronomy is taken seriously, with 16 varied options of bars, restaurants and lounges. Tagine, for example, offers the best of Moroccan cuisine, while Eauzone presents modern Asian cuisine. The spa is a separate chapter, with a series of treatments.
As novidades do One&Only Resorts
And One&Only resorts continue to open around the world! Reservations for One&Only One Za’abeel, in Dubai, are now open for December this year. This is the brand’s first vertical urban resort, featuring iconic architectural design by acclaimed architects Nikken Sekkei. One Za’abeel’s twin skyscrapers are intersected by the cantilever longest in the world, The Link – a futuristic boulevard floating 100 meters above the street.
Another long-awaited novelty for this year is the debut of One&Only in Greece, with One&Only Aesthesis, located on the edge of Glyfada, along the Athenian Riviera. Scheduled to welcome guests from October, the resort is set in the middle of a forest reserve, and a 21-hectare protected beach, with 95 bungalows, 18 residences and two breathtaking villas.
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Text and photos by Renata Araújo and Duda Vétere.
