6 comfort stays – urban retreats for delayed travel plans

Rocking chairs in the main building of Cavallo Point-the Lodge at the Golden Gate overlooking the … [+] famous bridge

Cavallo Point – the lodge at the Golden Gate

With the rush of travel bookings this summer, some travelers are finding that their desired resorts are sold out for the next several weeks while others are still surveying the scenery and deciding when to leave. But they need a break, especially if they live in a city. Fortunately, there are urban retreats that make it feel like you’re in a quieter, pastoral place.

The bedroom of Bungalow 1, Marilyn Monroe’s favorite

The Beverly Hills Hotel

The Beverly Hills Hotel Sure, there is an element to see and be seen in the Polo Lounge and Polo Patio, where listings are made at the surrounding tables. But the famous secluded bungalows scattered across 12 acres of tropical gardens are the other key element of this hotel, which is why its former residents read like an international who’s who of show business, industry, and politics.

The Beverly Hills Hotel offers a special program with the exotic car specialist Beverly Hills Car Rental … [+] Guests use elite cars at a discounted rate.

Car rental in Beverly Hills

In addition to the aspect of the extraordinary, there is a new promotion that has just been launched with luxury car specialist Beverly Hills Car Rental and will run until the end of the year. “Ride & Seek” hides a car key in the suite or bungalow (guests who cannot find it can pay US $ 250 for clues, money that is then donated to Covenant House California to help needy youth;) Three-day rental at a reduced price (USD 1,500 per day instead of USD 2,500) for a Rolls Royce Cullinan, Rolls Royce Ghost or Lamborghini Huracan. Guests staying in one of the hotel’s recently renovated Legendary Bungalows, the former homes of luminaries such as Marilyn Monroe and Howard Hughes, also have access to a special group of exotic cars: Bentley GTC Mulliner Edition Cabrio (Bungalow 1), 1953 Buick Roadmaster ( Bungalow 3), Ferrari Roma (Bungalow 5) and Rolls-Royce Dawn 2021 (Bungalow 9).

The Electric Lemon Terrace at the Equinox Hotel New York

Jesse Dittmar

Equinox Hotel New York Complementing the well-known health clubs, this New York City hotel could be a wellness retreat given the hotel’s extensive facilities, including a 25-foot indoor and outdoor saltwater pool, fitness training staff, and body technotherapy serve treatments. But part of the appeal is also the location: hidden in the specially built Hudson Yards district, formerly located in the middle of nowhere, with a view of the Hudson River. It is this river view, especially from the 8,000 square foot Electric Lemon Terrace on the roof, the setting for meals or the pool on a separate terrace, that really sets the tone for feeling away from the city.

A room at the Hotel Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton, overlooking the lake … [+] Michigan

Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton This new hotel, which opened in March on a Chicago landmark, owes its serene atmosphere to its expansive views of the water, in this case Lake Michigan. The name is a throwback to the Navy Association: During World War II, Navy Pier was a training center for Navy recruits and the home port of the USS Sable. Today, the marine theme continues in the rooms, which are decorated with weathered brass, shipbuilding materials, smooth curves usually seen in a ship’s cabin, and a color palette of blue greens and blues mixed with neutral tones. Each room has floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the lake, which includes fireworks on Wednesdays and Saturdays until Labor Day. Other activities that take place on the pier include sunset yoga and live music performances.

A modern living room with a king size bed at Cavallo overlooking Point- the Lodge at the Golden Gate … [+] the famous bridge

Cavallo Point – the lodge at the Golden Gate

Cavallo Point – The Lodge at the Golden Gate Just above the landmark of the bridge from downtown San Francisco, this former luxury lodge is located at Amy Post within the 75,000 hectare Golden Gate National Recreation Area, which offers guests a range of activities . There are 350 acres of hiking, biking, or running trails, picnic or kite-flying fields, surf lessons on Marin County’s beaches, or paddle boarding and kayaking on San Francisco Bay. Most of the rooms, either in the historical part with details from the turn of the 20th century or the modern suites on a hill, overlook the bay, the bridge and the city beyond.

The Sunken Garden and Italian Mansion at Austin’s Commodore Perry Estate, Auberge Resorts … [+] collection

Commodore Perry Estate, Auberge Resorts Collection

Commodore Perry Estate, Auberge Resorts Collection This 10 acre estate in the Hancock Park neighborhood of Austin, Texas, was formerly the home of Edgar Howard “Commodore” Perry, an Austin real estate developer; It was opened in June 2020 as a hotel with 54 rooms / suites. Designed by iconoclastic designer Ken Fulk, historical details mix with bright, modern accents in the original Italian mansion from 1927 and a separate inn. Outside, the extensive formal gardens and circular pool conjure up images of the extravagant parties Perry hosted here; Other activities include spa trips, wine tasting, and dining explorations at Lutie’s, the recently opened restaurant that puts local farmers and ranchers in the spotlight. And for golfers there is a 9-hole course across the street.

A common room in the mansion of the Commodore Perry Estate, Auberge Resorts Collection

Commodore Perry Estate, Auberge Resorts Collection

The Mandarin Oriental Washington DC When this international group’s hotel first opened in the capital of the United States, some observers criticized the location for believing it was too far from downtown / the political core of the city. While some developments have sprung up nearby in the meantime, especially the Wharf District, and the Smithsonian has always been around, this somewhat more secluded spot as a retreat is a bonus, especially since the Mandarin Oriental is known for creating atmospheric spas, which remove any feeling that you are in a city. This is done here with a mix of holistic and Asian treatments presented in a calming setting with Zen lounges and an amethyst crystal steam bath. The Asian decor, particularly in the 1,206-square-foot Oriental Suite, also has a transcendent element. Likewise the view of the Tidal Basin and the Jefferson Memorial.

The Oriental Suite in the Mandarin Oriental Washington DC overlooks the Jefferson Memorial

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group