The E-WOW Ocean Escape suite at W South Beach boasts a bathroom with a view. An elegant Japanese soaking tub looks out to a sea of blue, and the tech-savvy amenities — including an in-mirror television, heated floors, and a self-cleaning toilet — are merely an added bonus.
While travelers may often overlook the hotel bathroom, at some of the best properties around the world the room is becoming a design statement. Hotels are recognizing the draw of an ultra-luxurious bathroom and are offering guests ample space, oversized tubs and showers, and incomparable views.
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Add in unique furnishings and luxury amenities, and a hotel bathroom is more than a necessity — it's a delightful amenity in and of itself.
Here are 20 of the best hotel bathrooms from around the world.
W Retreat & Spa
An imaginative and unique design by Patricia Urquiola makes the bathrooms at the W Retreat & Spa truly original, but the real draw here is the painted steel tub, where guests can take in views of the ocean — and of the Paso Fino horses that frequently pass by.
Hilton Chicago
The Hilton Chicago is a favorite amongst many of our presidents for obvious reasons — recently renovated for $1.8 million, the suite’s bathroom offers unbeatable views of Lake Michigan and a pristine freestanding tub valued at over $10,000.
Sheraton Puerto Rico Hotel & Casino
The bathroom in the Presidential Suite at the Sheraton Puerto Rico Hotel & Casino embraces color, with a vibrant pop of green on its wall to accentuate the tranquil atmosphere of the room. An oversized tub sits parallel to an all-glass walk-in shower, providing even more Zen to this already calming bathroom suite.
The William Vale
The Vale Garden Residence bathroom at The William Vale features a sleek and modern design, with all-white furnishings, large geometric mirrors and amenities provided by L’Occitane en Provence.
Inns of Aurora
The bathrooms at the Inns of Aurora are meant to be quirky and eccentric: Each of the 19 restrooms have hand-painted Dalmation spots painted on the walls, courtesy of local artist Kari Ganoung Ruiz.
W South Beach
The E-WOW Ocean Escape suite at W South Beach boasts a bathroom with a view. An elegant Japanese soaking tub looks out to a sea of blue, and the tech-savvy amenities — including an in-mirror television, heated floors, and a self-cleaning toilet — are merely an added bonus.
Oil Nut Bay
The master bathroom in Poseidon’s Perch at Oil Nut Bay offers guests an extraordinary experience, with an outdoor shower built with locally sourced stone with built-in windows that offer priceless views of Virgin Gorda’s grottoes and hilltops.
Hotel Indigo
The master bathroom in the Duplex Penthouse at Hotel Indigo Lower East Side screams originality, featuring one-of-a-kind artwork by street artist Mr. Brainwash and floor tiles imported from Italy. Complete an indulgent experience here with a rain shower, a soaking tub and panoramic views of the New York City skyline.
Deer Path Inn
The bathrooms in the Deer Path Inn were made for pure lavishness. Guests can enjoy a grand walk-in shower dressed up in ornate mosaic tiles and indulge with complimentary Molton Brown amenities.
The Moorings Village
The Plantation House villa at the The Moorings Village feature tiling with Spanish flair and an oversized soaking tub that overlooks a massive walk-in shower, making these bathrooms feel and look bright and airy.
Casa de Uco Resorts
The Double Laguna Suites at Casa de Uco Resorts is a modern design lover’s dream, with a sophisticated walk-in shower and a spa bathtub that allows anyone soaking to take in the property’s 790 acres of vineyards and Andean mountain peaks for the ultimate relaxation experience.
The Spectator
The bathrooms at The Spectator are all about tranquility, featuring white marble from floor to ceiling, heated towel racks, and an oversized bathtub that is drawn by the suite’s personal butler.
Mirbeau Inn & Spa
The bathrooms at the Mirbeau Inn & Spa give off a warm and cozy aesthetic, with a show-stopping 16th century deep soaking tub as focal point.
AlSol Del Mar
Take the outdoors in at the AlSol Del Mar’s Honeymoon Suite bathrooms, with wood-slatted floors and windows that allow for views of the Caribbean. An oversized soaking tub and giant walk-in showers add to the luxurious charm of this suite’s bathroom.
AKA Rittenhouse Square
Minimal in its design, the penthouse bathroom at the AKA Rittenhouse Square makes a bold statement with the juxtaposition of natural elements and opulent furnishings. Calacatta gold herringbone marble mosaics speckle the oversized walk-in shower floor and marble covers the bathroom’s entirety.
Sandos Cancun Lifestyle Resort
Allow yourself to indulge at the Sandos Cancun Lifestyle Resort, whose bathrooms feature dual wash basins and a spa-like bathtub that overlooks one of the most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean.
Rock House
Stay at the Rock House to enjoy a bathroom that feels more like a tropical sanctuary. An outdoor shower made from limestone and an oversized soaking tub create an oasis for any guest, and the floor-to-ceiling herringbone tile add modern sophistication.
Los Sueños Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort
The Presidential Suite at the Los Sueños Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort is nothing if not grand, with an oversized bathroom that features a whirlpool master bath and a terrace for taking in tropical views.
The Jefferson
The Thomas Jefferson suite at The Jefferson has top-of-the-line products from Red Flower, an in-mirror TV, and a sprawling vanity.
AKA Times Square
The master bathroom in the Penthouse Residence suite at AKA Times Square is the epitome of luxury. This open-concept floor plan incorporates a freestanding soaking tub and a shower that sits behind a large glass wall, and is complete with a dual-sink vanity that includes Bulgari bath amenities.
