Beyond mere aesthetics, the best architecture and design hotels in the world are purpose-built, immersive experiences — whether on land, sea or in the sky.

Keep yourself and the little ones satisfied with our Inspector-approved rundown of London’s family-friendly restaurants with top-notch cooking.

Wine is reason enough to travel, but throw in beautifully designed tasting rooms and showstopping views and you’ll see why these restaurants in the vines are worth the trip all on their own.

Follow the slow bend of the Loire River on a sun-drenched drive where vineyards, fairytale châteaux and next-generation chefs redefine the art of lingering.

High above the district of Ginza, the artist rooms at Park Hotel Tokyo are some of the boldest in the city. This is room number 3419.

Japan offers more than skyscrapers and ryokan: It’s home to some of the most unique hotel forms in the world.

For MICHELIN Inspectors, surprises don’t come easily. Accustomed to the world’s finest restaurants and most exceptional hotels, they’ve seen it all — or so they think.