Our Pick of Top 10 Low Season Stays

In each edition of our magazine we feature our favourite hotels from the issue's lead destinations. We know that taste in accomodation is highly subjective so we try to keep all angles covered!

This month, we have selected properties from Oman, Sri Lanka, Seville, Melbourne and Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy!

The Iconic Copacabana Palace, Rio

ICONIC: THE COPACABANA PALACE, RIO DE JANEIRO

The Copacabana Palace is without a doubt a Rio icon. Combining old-world glamour and modern-day cool, the palace offers multiple restaurants and bars – including one with a Michelin star, a pool, spa and more inside its heritage building and art-deco design. If that’s not enough, the iconic Copacabana beach is just a few steps from the door! Marvel at the Palace and book your stay

Belmond Copacabana Palace

HOTEL ALFONSO XIII, SEVILLE

This hotel is fit for a King – so fit that King Alfonso XIII commissioned it to be built in 1929 and named it after himself! The architecture and décor showcases native Andalusian design and distinct Sevillian style. Located in Seville’s old town, this iconic building offers a luxury stay with stunning details and restaurants and bars serving authentic Andalusian cuisine and tapas. Prepare to be wowed by the hotel

Hotel Alfonso XIII, Seville

LUXURY: SHANGRI-LA BARR AL JISSAH, OMAN

This luxury hotel in Muscat offers the best of both worlds – stunning stretches of beach in front of the hotel and rugged mountains behind it! There are six swimming pools and even a lazy river attraction at the hotel for hours of fun. And that’s not even their most special offering. The Barr Al Jissah runs a special Turtle Care project the endangered Hawksbill and Green Turtle species native to Oman’s beaches. Their dedicated turtle ranger on site educates guests on protecting the turtles and there are opportunities to see the turtles (and if you’re lucky – their hatchlings) on the beach. Check out the Shangri-la Barr Al Jissah

Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah

LUXURY: SANTANI WELLNESS RESORT, SRI LANKA

Located about an hour’s drive from Kandy, Santani Wellness resort is set on a lush former tea plantation 2,800 feet above sea level. This stunning, contemporary resort offers a range of wellness experiences from ayurvedic, detox, weight loss, sleep and stress therapies to personalised yoga retreats. The resorts’ minimalist design aims to have a minimal impact on the environment and all meals are personalised for each guest with all dietary requirements also catered for. Book to unwind at Santani Wellness Resort

Santani Wellness Resort

QUIRKY: SELINA LAPA, RIO DE JANEIRO

Located in the trendy Lapa district of Rio, Selina’s Lapa hotel is the perfect base to explore the area’s art scene. The hotel boasts a rooftop terrace, yoga deck, cocktail bar, movie theatre, co-working space and even an in-house radio station which broadcasts local musicians and inspiring stories. Book a private or shared room at Selina Lapa

Selina Lapa, Rio

QUIRKY: ADELPHI HOTEL, MELBOURNE

The Adelphi Hotel is a food lover’s dream in Melbourne, located on the iconic Flinders Lane which is home to amazing restaurants and bars for any time of day or night. From the life-sized metal horse and pink carriage reception desk to the liquorice stools in your room, the hotel design is luxury-meets-kitsch with a touch of whimsy. A highlight of the hotel is its in-house restaurant and bar ‘Om Nom’ which is famous for its eclectic desserts, indulgent high tea and unique cocktail list. Stay at the Adelphi Hotel

Adelphi Hotel, Melbourne

ECO: BANYAN CAMP, SRI LANKA

Banyan Camp is an off-grid eco retreat located close to the Udawalawe National Park in rural Sri Lanka. This is the perfect getaway for those looking to unplug and be close to nature in peaceful surrounds. You’ll stay in an open-air lodge made from reclaimed wood and sustainable materials and you’ll feast on beautiful homemade Sri Lankan food with all your meals included in your stay. Stay at Banyan Camp

Banyan Camp, Sri Lanka

ECO: SIX SENSES ZIGHY BAY, OMAN

Six Senses Zighy Bay is a luxury eco resort located on the stunning Musandam Peninsula in Oman. The hotel takes sustainability seriously through a number of environmental and social initiatives including supporting the local village and schools, recycling their own water and using it for irrigation purposes and their diving hosts are trained to removed ghost nets left by fishermen and to rescue sea creatures caught in the nets. Stay at Six Senses for sustainable luxury

Six Senses Zighy Bay, Oman

BOUTIQUE: HOTEL AMADEUS, SEVILLE

This unique hotel is inspired by classical music in both its design and its offering to guests. Watch an exclusive classical music concert or stay in a soundproofed room with a piano, harp or something else ready for you to play or practice on when you arrive. Also boasting a rooftop terrace and pool, this classically decorated hotel is located in the heart of Seville.

Hotel Amadeus, Seville

BOUTIQUE: OVOLO LANEWAYS, MELBOURNE

This boutique hotel is centrally located on Little Bourke Street and is perfect for exploring the city. What sets Ovolo apart are the fun perks included in your stay. We’re talking a fully-stocked mini bar in your room, breakfast, self-serve laundry, an all-day candy/ snack bar in the lobby where you can even fill up with your own ‘loot bag’ of sweets to take with you – all of which are FREE. Yes, you can help yourself to the minibar and not pay an extra cent for your room! Did we mention there’s a daily social hour where the first drink is on the house? Get ALL the goodies at Ovolo Laneways

Ovolu Laneways, Melbourne