If you are going to Jaipur, India, check out the Devi Ratn, an opulent boutique hotel opening in October 2010 comprised of 60 suites and 3 villas, all of which have stunning views of the Aravali mountains. The interiors of Devi Ratn are impressive: contemporary chic blended with traditional artwork and colors from Rajasthan; terrazzo flooring, bay windows and latticework combine to create an unforgettable atmosphere.

The villas are set in an enclosed courtyard, each with a private pool and jacuzzi. The 180 square meter villas are based on themes of metal: copper, brass and silver. The interiors are crafted with intricate inlay, hammered metal surfaces and mirror-work. Each villa has a deluxe suite above which can be accessed separately. The bathrooms have a black river stone finish with a white marble sunken bath tub and a rain shower.

The Devi Ratn is perfect for weddings, and for couples on a honeymoon. There is a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, spa, gym, and free Wi-Fi. Rates for the suites start at around 190 EUR per night (US$240).

Devi Ratn
Jamdoli, Agra Road, Tehsil Ballupura
District Jaipur, Rajasthan – 303012
India
+91 9829781211
Email the hotel to inquire about a booking.

If you are going to Naples, Italy retracing the steps of Julia Roberts in the film “Eat Pray Love”, to immerse yourself in the city’s historic and culinary delights (read our pizza guide and restaurant guide), and absorb the atmosphere of one of Italy’s most fascinating cities, check out the following hotels in Naples (and south of Naples on the Amalfi Coast).

Bay of Naples with view of Vesuvius (photo by Zingaro/Luciano)

Naples Hotels

Romeo Hotel (luxury modern chic with hammam and sushi bar)

Grand Hotel Vesuvio (luxury historic hotel dating back to 1882, on the water, stunning views of the Bay of Naples)

Albergo del Purgatorio (artsy, bohemian chic)

Una Hotel Napoli (affordable contemporary boutique hotel)

Hotel Palazzo Caracciolo (neo-baroque palace)

Casa d’Anna (charming affordable bed and breakfast)

Amalfi Coast Hotels

Hotel Parco dei Principi (luxury hotel, design by Gio Ponti, Sorrento)

Casa Angelina (luxury modern hotel, Praiano; my favorite hotel on the Amalfi Coast)

Villa Krupp (budget hotel in Capri, amazing views of the Faraglione, the three rock formations that rise dramatically out of the sea)

Santa Caterina (luxury traditional hotel run by same family since 1880, Amalfi)

Hotel Il San Pietro (luxury hotel, traditional, Positano)

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This is part of a series on hotels and restaurants in and around Naples, where scenes from “Eat Pray Love” were filmed. Read our Eat Pray Love Bali Travel Guide and Eat Pray Love Rome Travel Guide.

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If you are planning a trip to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, make sure you check out Hotel Maya, a five-star hotel that mixes business with pleasure, notably, the luxurious spa with its holistic treatments, massage and yoga sessions. The hotel has a wonderful hydrotherapy pool and a gym.

Rooms are spacious and decorated in a contemporary style with floor to ceiling windows providing a view of the Kuala Lumpur skyline. There is a sky lounge where you can gaze at the Petronas Twin Towers, the tallest twin buildings in the world, while sipping wine and enjoying your cigars. The hotel is located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur’s business district, close to the Petronas Twin Towers and the shopping center, Suria KLCC, which features luxury designer brands and department stores like Isetan.

Hotel Maya
38, Jalan Ampang
50450 Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia
+60 3 2711 8866
Email the hotel to inquire about a booking.

If you are planning a trip to Moscow, check out the Golden Apple Boutique Hotel housed in a restored 19th century building whose interiors are designed by Canadian architect, Raphael Shafir. The hotel has 92 rooms that blend an avant garde style with luxury: lots of natural wood, marble and stone, combined with warm fabrics and textures.

My personal favorite is the Chekhov Deluxe suite, named after Russia’s most famous playwright who once stayed in this building. The hotel’s convenient location – a few steps away from the Hermitage Garden, close to the Kremlin, the Bolshoi Theatre and the Pushkin Theatre – is another reason to book a room here. Rates for a double room start at US$200 per night.

Golden Apple Boutique Hotel
11 Malaya Dmitrovka
Moscow 127006
Russia
7 (495) 980 7000
Email the hotel to inquire about a booking.

If you are going to St. Petersburg, check out the Hotel Rossi on the Fontanka River in the heart of St. Petersburg, within walking distance from the Nevsky Prospekt and other attractions such as the Hermitage and Kazan Cathedral.

The hotel is named after Carlo Rossi, an Italian architect who designed many of St. Petersburg’s landmarks. It is located in a restored building that blends tradition and contemporary style. There are 47 rooms with beamed ceilings and heating stoves, and modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi. Rates per night for a double room start at $130.

Hotel Rossi
55 Naberezhnaya Reki Fontanki
191023 St. Petersburg
Russia
+7 812 635 6333
Email the hotel to inquire about a booking.