Elite Traveler Winter 2023/24

EDITOR’S CHOICE by Samantha Coles

Adare Manor, Signature Suite IRELAND

Passalacqua, Bellini Suite LAKE COMO, ITALY Since opening in 2022, Passalacqua has stolen the hearts of seasoned travelers and won many awards — including inaugural best hotel in the world by the prestigious World’s 50 Best organization. The 24-room boutique hotel dates back to the 18th century, when it was created as a place to enjoy the Italian art of dolce far niente . With too many outstanding features to list in this space, here is what you need to know: The Bellini Suite is a ‘villa within a villa,’ covering an enormous 2,700 sq ft. The palatial one-bedroom suite has a reception room with double-height vaulted ceilings and a resplendent Murano chandelier. The views of Lake Como are nothing short of inspired, too — Vincenzo Bellini thought so, as he penned a number of his famous operas from this very spot. From $10,000 per night. Contact Silvio Vettorello, general manager,

Set on an 840-acre estate, Adare Manor is a gorgeous Neo-Gothic manor hotel that dates back to 1862; it was the former seat of the Earl of Dunraven and Mount-Earl. Since opening as a hotel and resort in late 2017, Adare has gained a Michelin star, hosted prestigious gol fi ng events (it is set to host the 2027 Ryder Cup), and has won countless awards. The 1,076-sq-ft Signature Suite is full of delighting details: historical tapestry wall hangings, original 19th century art, Georgian-inspired furniture, ornate archways and grand windows with views of the formal French gardens and River Maigue. Guests of the one-bedroom suite have the services of a Manor Butler who can assist with any request. From $2,360 per night. Contact Deirdre Moloney, reservations manager, dmoloney@adaremanor.com, +35 361 605 200, adaremanor.com

silvio.vettorello@passalacqua.it, +39 031 443 11, passalacqua.it

Photos Stefan Giftthaler, Michael Spengler