When you think classic hotels, brands like Hilton, Sheraton or Hyatt come to mind. What makes these legacy brands endure well into the 21st century is the fact that they do not rest on their laurels, and instead strive to innovate without losing sight of tradition.
Luxury classic hotels are not just there to feed, water and bed people for the night; they are there to let people experience 'living' in a dream-like environment where everything is taken care of for them. From stunning architecture to attentive service, the big hotel brands leave no stone unturned in their quest to give patrons a memorable experience that keeps them coming back for more.
Indeed the most popular hotels are those that aren't afraid to take risks, embracing new technologies and advertising strategies to get a leg up on their rivals.
29 Classic Hotel Innovations
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Palatial Parisian Hotels
The Shangri-La Hotel Paris is Now Recognized with Palace Status
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Stunning Waterfront Hotels
The Four Seasons Seattle Returns to Puget Sound
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Seductive International Spas
Shangri-La's Villingili Resort and Spa Offers Piece of Paradise
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Luxe Home Rental Services
Four Seasons' Residential Rentals Provides Short Term Vacation Rentals
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Cinematic Hotel Packages
Four Seasons' 'Pretty Woman for a Day' Recreates the Movie Experience
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Couture Hospitality Uniforms
The Hotel Missoni Edinburgh Outfits Staff in Missoni Gear
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Modern Luxurious Lobbies
Holiday Inn Becomes an “hautel” With New Futuristic Foyers
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Beachside Casino Hotels
The Westin Dawn Beach Resort & Spa in St. Maarten
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Luxury Vacation Rentals
Travel En Vogue Helps Vacationers Rent Luxury Condo Suites
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Tourism Tablets
The Mondrian Hotel iPads are Placed in Every Room to Simplify Guest Experience
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Immersive Virtual Safaris
An Online Experiential Travel Tool Gives Four Seasons Guests a Preview
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Healthy Hotels
10 American Chains That Promise to Leave You Feeling Recharged
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Allergy-Free Hotel Rooms
The Four Seasons in Chicago Offers a Hypoallergenic Suite
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Interactive Accommodation Apps
MIT's Future Hotel Experience Makes the Marriott More Interactive
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On-Demand Hotel Apps
The Ritz-Carlton Hotels & Resorts Mobile Hotel App Redefines Luxury Service
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Global Bed-Jumping
InterContinental Hotels Group Stages World's Largest Bed Jump
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Mediterranean Winter Getaways
Intercontinental Mar Menor Golf Resort & Spa
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Beer-Centric Hotel Packages
JW Marriott Chicago's Beer Travel Package is Heaven for Beer Lovers
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Twin Tower Hotels
The 1717 Broadway Marriott Hotel Will Make You Do a Double Take
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Luxury Eco-Hotels
Ritz-Carlton Charlotte Luxury Doesn't Sacrifice the Environment
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Twitter Concierges
Hyatt Extends Hospitality to the Internet With @HyattConcierge
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Fitness Gear Vending Machines
Westin Hotels & Resorts’ Machine Trades Tweets for Running Gear
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Complimentary Smartphone Services
Hyatt Regency Tsim Sha Tsui Provides Guests with a Free Phone
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Glamorous Barbie-Themed Hotels
The Seoul Sheraton Hotel Suites Offer a Fun and Enchanting Vacation
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Hotel Fitness Outfit Programs
The Westin New Balance Gear Lending Ensures Travellers Stay Active
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Resort Race Training Camps
The Four Seasons Westlake Village is Offering a Triathlon Training Camp
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Cultural Luxury Spas
The Marriott Quan Spa in New Delhi Brings Culture to your Spa Experience
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Tailored Spa Services
The 'Spa by JW' Marriott Hotel and Spa Experience Suits Individual Needs
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Celebratory Price-Slashed Suites
The Shangri-La Hotel in Dubai Charged Three Dollars for Its Rooms
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Luxury Bag Pop Ups
Hermès Debuted a Designer Bag Installation Pop Up in Manhattan
Futuristic Imaginative Design Concepts
Toyota Introduces the Unique E-Collection of Products
Celebrity-Fronted High-Fashion Campaigns
Versace's 2024 Icons Campaign Embodies the Brand's Ethos
Anniversary-Honoring Archival Homeware
Habitat Introduces its 60th Anniversary Collection
Stimulating Contemporary Workspaces
Studio Alexander Fehre Designs Hyatt at The Circle
Exotically Refurbished Hotels
The Pelican Hotel Displays Unique Room Aesthetics
Modernized West Hollywood Hotels
Short Stories Hotel Blends Californian and European Elements
Fashion-Inspired Luggage Campaigns
Samsonite's Jet Gala Event Fuses Fashion and Travel Essentials
Parisian Airport Pop-Ups
Moët Hennessy's Paris Concept Event Featured Travel Exclusives
Luxury Branded Hotels
Elie Saab Unveils First Luxury Hotel, ' Post Hotel & Residences'
Cinema-Inspired Hotel Packages
The St. Regis Hotel Boasts the Cinematic Experience Room Package
Brand Heritage Watch Collections
GUESS Celebrates with the Launch of Four Iconic Watches
Hotel Room Vehicle Designs
The Mercedes x Belmond Vision Pullman Express is a Hotel on Wheels
Individually Designed Suites
The Palma Riad Boutique Hotel Features Unique Accents and Foliage
Brand Heritage-Appreciation Campaigns
Timberlands Racy 'ICONIC' Campaign Honours Its Legacy
Stationery-Themed Hotel Rooms
The Villa Fontaine Haneda Airport Garden Hotel Boasts Unique Stays
Personality-Forward Luggage Brands
Airs Luggage is the Perfect Travel Companion for Expression
Hotel-Approved Sustainable Flip Flops
Feelgoodz Has Teamed Up with the Iconic Beverly Hills Hotel
Icon-Led Travel Experiences
Airbnb Icons Offers Experiences Hosted by Icons in Music, Film, & More
Retail Store Revamps
H&M Updates Shopping Experience with Luxe, Tech-Savvy Store in London
Luxurious All-Inclusive Resorts
Marriott Hotels Launched Its First All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun
Shapeshifting Outer Space Hotels
The Acromnia Orbital Hotel Imagines Life in Space
QSR Hotel Pop-Ups
This KFC Staycation is an Exclusive Limited-Time Experience
Collossal Crocodile Campaigns
The Lacoste 'Play Big' Campaign Features Artists and Athletes
AI-Powered Travel Campaigns
Samsonite's Bring It 2024 Campaign Exudes Timeless Style & Durability
Retro Nightlife-Inspired Hotels
Necchi Architecture Designs the Hôtel Château d'Eau
Luxury Jewelry Concept Stores
Birks Has Opened a New Concept Store at Royalmount
Terrace Brand Endeavors
Louis Vuitton Features its Latest Collection at a Beachfront Pop-Up
Digital Travel Retail Experiences
Clarins Debuted an Initiative at the Airport in Hainan, China
British-Inspired Winter Getaways
The Standard, High Line Launched its 'Hedge & Hearth' Experience
Nature-Inspired Hotel Furniture
Bernadotte & Kylberg Present the Eriksberg Collection in a Hotel
Luxuriously Refined Romanesque Hotels
Villa Geba Boutique Hotel Boasts Scenic Views of Montenegro
Invasive Wood Hotel Interiors
Policronica Transforms the Hotel Elysée Montmartre Interiors
Hospitality-Inspired Pajama Capsules
Four Seasons Unveils its 'Hotel Pajamas Collection'
Modern Boutique Hotels
The Postmark Hotel is a Restorative Space in the Heart of Newmarket
Sophisticated Hospitality Establishments
The Revery Toronto Downtown Recently Opened Its Doors
Timeless Gin Campaigns
Tanqueray Debuts the Classic or Nothing Campaign
Revitalized Culinary Efforts
Moroccan Hotel Takes Food Localization to New Heights
Atlanta Heritage Contemporary Hotels
The New FORTH Hotel Takes Pride in its Atlanta Roots
Luxury Hotel Capsule Collections
Late Checkout: A Ritz-Carlton Story Shares Co-Branded Styles
Vacation-Inspired Clothing Lines
Saint Holiday Emphasizes Sustainability & Ethical Manufacturing
Experiential Airline Stores
The Emirates World Travel Store Features Lounge Displays
Rugged Legacy Beer Campaigns
Coors Banquet Reinvigorates Start Your Legacy Campaign
Luxury Airport Retail Expansions
Schiphol Airport's Lounge 2 Will Feature More Luxury Brands
Singer-Songwriter-Inspired Hotel Stays
The Bisha Hotel Presents a Unique Taylor Swift Experience
Refined Japanese Serene Homes
The Six Senses Kyoto Home Offers a Relaxed Space for Visitors
Shoppable Travel Storefronts
Expedia Travel Shops Make It Easy to Book Recommended Getaways
Zero-Waste Hotel Menus
Hilton's The Taste of Zero Waste Aims to Cut Landfill Contrubitions by 50%
Eco-Friendly Hotel-Home Hybrids
SH Hotels & Resorts Debuts 1 Hotel & Homes San Miguel De Allende
Inventive Retail Strategies
H&M is Working to Localize Its Shopping Experience
Iconic Vacation Itineraries
Intrepid Travel Launches Epic Vacays Inspired by Blockbuster Films
Modern Carbon-Neutral Ecolodges
Hotel Belmar Boasts 26 Boutique Rooms in Costa Rica
Singer-Songwriter-Inspired Hotel Lounges
1 Hotel Toronto Introduces the 'Folklore Lounge'
Sustainable Hospitality Cosmetics
The L’Occitane en Provence Aromachology Collection is Eco
Timeless Clothing Collections
The Burberry Classics Collection Has Recently Been Updated
Prison-Transformed Luxe Hotels
Hoshino Resorts Plans to Alter the Nara Prison into a Resort
Mid-20th-Century Holiday Campaigns
Saks Fifth Avenue Unveiled its 'Gifts of Delight' Campaign
Collaborative Auction Experiences
Hospitality Meets Collectible Art Through This Auction Event
Anniversary-Honoring Bright Hotels
The HÔTEL Onitsuka Tiger Arrives in Paris for the Olympics
Pet-Friendly Travel Hubs
Mars and Tripadvisor Launched a Helpful Hub for Pet Parents
Engaging Airline Platforms
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Launches a New Travel Well Platform
Luxury Chinese Cuisine Experiences
Mott 32 Will Open Its Door at the Shangri-La Hotel in Toronto
Pop Culture-Inspired Rentals
Airbnb Unveils the New 'Icons' Experiences for Short-Term Guests
Self-Service Contemporary Hotels
MM:NT Berlin Lab is a Beta Hotel Operated by Adina Hotels
Hyper-Local Dining Establishments
Hotel Belmar Stands Out with Its Sustainable Cuisine
Sustainable Luxury Hotels
Hotel Juana's Sustainable Transformation: Upcycling Luxury in Antibes
Refreshed Retreat Interior Designs
THE AFICIONADOS and Nicemakers Design the Brecon
Festive Hotel Activations
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Has Unveiled Its Annual Holiday Programming
Mom-Centric Hospitality Experiences
The St. Regis Hotel Toronto Offers a Luxurious Experience
Hospitality Loyalty Programs
Millennium Hotels and Resorts Revamps Its Reward Program
Festive Hotel Pop-Ups
IHG Hotels & Resorts Presents Chalet Programming and Holiday Activations
Ultra Luxury Hotel Expansions
The 'Rocco Forte House' Concept in Milan is Private and Intimate
Branded Luxury Beauty Retreats
The CHRISTIAN DIOR Luxury Beauty Retreat in Doha is High-End
Travel-inspired Brand Campaigns
Michelin Launches the On the Road and Beyond! Campaign
Relaxing Beachside Boutique Hotels
The James Bradley by George DiStefano is a Tranquil Escape
Elevated Outdoor Lodging Experiences
Hilton Has Announced an Exclusive Partnership with AutoCamp
17th-Century Converted Hotels
Post Company Designs the Locke de Santa Joana Interiors
Customer-Exclusive Brand Trips
Cocokind is Hosting a Customer Brand Trip to Napa Valley in 2025
In-Hotel AI-Driven Workouts
Hyatt Regency Has Partnered with Future for a Unique Service
Collaborative Hotel Canvas Totes
W Hotels x Thomas Lélu Debut a Collection of Playful Accessories
Family-Friendly Hotel Accommodations
Hotel X Toronto x CYBEX Provides Family-Centric Luxury
Sci-Fi Fragrance Collections
The Hotel Collection Star Wars Range Marks May the Fourth
Affordable Luxury Vacations
Sunwing Vacations and Hyatt Partner for the Benefit of Canadians
Luxury Hotel-Inspired Varsity Collections
Sporty & Rich x The Carlyle Hotel Debut Vintage Styles
Pillow Fort Hotel Retreats
Emma Unveils a New Sleep Retreat for Guests Driven by Nostalgia
Charming Time Period-Inspired Furniture
West Haddon Hall Designs the Collection I of Furniture
Contemporary Classic Home Decor
Lemieux et Cie has Launched a New Modern Collection
Nostalgic Nantucket Hotels
Parts and Labor Design and Brad Guidi Design the Beachside Hotel
Kindness-Promoting Culinary Experiences
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Marks World Kindness Day
Crafted Holiday Activations
Loews Hotels & Co will Offer Festive Pop-Ups and Seasonal Sips
Femininity-Exploring Boutique Hotels
Estudio Carroll Designs the Xique Boutique Hotel
Poeticized Luxury Fashion Campaigns
Club 21 Debuts its Cinematic 'Salute The Detail' Campaign
Luxury Brand Spa Takeovers
Dior Offers Exclusive Wellness Experience at the Beverly Hills Hotel
Hospitality-Focused Tattoo Services
The Standard Hotel Offers the Inked Out Package to Guests
Global Digital Marketplaces
Renaissance Hotels' R FINDS Shares Goods from Local Artisans
Kid-Friendly Hotel Amenities
Vanity Group Offers Soothing, Entertaining Hotel Amenities for Kids
Sustainable Hospitality Cleaning Solutions
Kärcher India Leads Sustainable Cleaning in Hospitality
Global Hospitality Campaigns
Raffles Hotels and Resorts Debuts 'The Butler Did It' Campaign
Historically Inspired Hotels
The Kingston Marriott Brings Together Historic Charm and Modernity
Documentary-Style Hotel Campaigns
W Hotels' 'Hotel Tales' is a Captivating New Campaign
Whimsical Urban Hotel Extensions
Neri&Hu Complete the Artyzen New Bund 31 Hotel Design
Redefining Hotel Brand Visions
Marina Bay Sands Unveiled its 'Above Beyond' Campaign
Contemporary Sleek Boutique Hotels
Vermilion Zhou Design Group Created the NI HAO Hotel
Haute Hotel Haircare Products
The Christophe Robin Hotel Collection Includes Two Ranges
Hotel Sleep Experiences
Hilton Launches a New Sleep Retreat Experience for Sleep-Driven Consumers
Historical Mining Hotels
The Mining Exchange Hotel Fuses Old and New Charm
Hospitality-Focused Cultural Initiatives
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts Debuts 'Behind the Journey'
Stylishly Luxurious Bath Accessories
Pigeon and Poodle Launches Its 2024 Bath Collection
Contemporary Luxe Thai Retreats
AvroKO Designs the Luxurious Centara Reserve Samui Hotel
Localized Destination Campaigns
Rosewood Hotels & Resort Debuts 'Discovered at Rosewood'
Design District Boutique Hotels
Studio Collective Designs the Hotel at the Moore in Miami
Minimal Environmental Footprint Hotels
'Shorebreak Resort' is Committed to Reducing its Footprint
Tradition-Focused Digital Libraries
Nestlé Brands Introduced the Living Traditions Library
Exquisite Private Residential Hotels
The Columns in New Orleans is a Carefully Restored Mansion
Culture-Fusion Restaurant Designs
Dorothée Meilichzon Designs the Henri Restaurant in a Hotel
Made-to-Order Eco Luxury Mattresses
The Bensons Artisan Mattress Collection Has Five Models
All-Suite Luxurious Hotels
The Emory Hotel Opens with Designs by Richard Rogers
Fashion-Forward Hotel Transformations
SO/Paris Gets a New Design with Annual Lobby Activations
Historic Beachside Mediterranean Resorts
India Mahdavi Reimagines the Monte-Carlo Beach Resort
Classically Inspired Localized Hotels
Hotel Henrietta Features Warm Interiors and Vintage Art
Harmonized Luxury Japanese Hotels
HOTEL THE MITSUI HAKONE Maintains Standards of Tradition
Mountainside-Inspired Bespoke Hotels
Bernard Dubois Renovates the Bouchardon Hotel in Paris
Hotel Art Openings
Perrotin Gallery Will Open an Outpost in London's Claridge’s Hotel
Slumber-Inducing Hotel Collections
Sleep Glow Launches its Newest Sleep Collection for Hotels
Simplistic Traditional Hotel Interiors
The Four Seasons Hotel Osaka has a Modern Ryokan
Relaxed Luxurious Dynamic Hotels
The Riviera Maya EDITION at Kanai is Sustainably Designed
Hotel Wellness Campaigns
Hyatt Hotels Launches 'Wellness at Hyatt' for International Yoga Day
Elegant Interior Hotel Designs
Tonen Lead the Interior Design of the Hotel Bella Grande
Hotel-Led Vintage Markets
The MOB Hôtel Hosted a Vintage Market, an Eco Conference and Workshops
Exclusive Sci-Fi Scents
Hotel Collection Releases New Star Wars Fragrances
Boutique Hospitality Destinations
The Evelyn Offers All-Day Dining and Luxury Accommodations
Custom Hospitality Solutions
Hudini Implements a Digital Interface for Royal Mansour Marrakech
GHG-Reducing Hotels
Choice Hotels is Committed to Reducing its Eco Footprint through Various Means
Serene Luxurious Hotel Spas
Patricia Urquiola Designs the Luxurious Six Senses Rome Hotel
Certified Eco-Friendly Hotels
CityBox Uses a 'Green Key Certification' to Ensure Hotel Standards
Renovated Luxe Resort Hotels
Tara Bernerd & Partners Redesigns the Tranquil Maroma Hotel
Sustainable Hotel-Supporting Airlines
Jet2Holidays Offers a Certified Sustainable Hotel Package
Baroque Italian Hotels
The Paragon 700 is a Restored Palace that Boasts Opulence
Enchanting Folklore-Inspired Hotels
Marcel Wanders Designs the Kimpton BEM Hotel in Budapest
Viral Baby Hotel Partnerships
The Four Seasons Hotel Partners a Viral Baby for a Weekend