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C h o b e Wa t e r Vi l l a s
Namibia

Small Luxury Hotels of the World
adds three new boutique hotels
With a contemporary Madrid city-centre gem, laid-back luxury vibes in a Caribbean
escape and a lavish retreat in the heart of the capital of Laos, there is something to
please all independently minded travellers at SLH.
French Coco: Tartane, Martinique
This brand new all-suite hotel, is the first SLH hotel in Martinique and offers guests
a relaxed yet luxurious Creole experience. Located on the north east coast of the
island, French Coco sits in the lush grounds of the Caravelle Peninsula nature reserve,
a marvellously unspoiled, protected haven, famed for its tropical flora and wildlife.
The 17 elegant suites are decorated in raw and natural materials, with soothing shades
that bring the outdoors in.
The President by Akaryn; Vientiane, Laos

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This brand new boutique hotel brings a new level of luxury to the historic city of
Vientiane. Originally built as a gift to the Laotians by the Chinese government, this
hotel artfully balances traditional Laotian designs with French neoclassical influences.
The President has the privilege of being located right in the heart of Vientiane’s most
exclusive area. It sits in between the striking Parliament House and the Presidential
palace and opposite the Chou Anouvong Park – where you’ll spot locals practicing Tai
Chi in the morning and tourists enjoying a beer in the afternoon sun. The 32 spacious
rooms and suites boast high ceilings, marble floors and huge windows, many with
views of the expansive manicured grounds and the ‘English country-house’ inspired
garden maze.
Hotel Único: Madrid, Spain

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Despite its location in the lively Salamanca area of Madrid, once you step inside this
converted 19th century palace the mood is calm, peaceful and relaxing. It’s the perfect springboard for a day of historic sightseeing or luxury retail therapy along
Madrid’s Golden Mile. The hotel features a private courtyard garden and 44 soundproofed rooms and suites. The Marble mosaics, ornate staircase and high ceilings,
paired with Art Deco flourishes, create a quirky and contemporary atmosphere with
an aristocratic charm. The hotel’s crowning jewel is its two-Michelin starred restaurant, Ramón Freixa, one of Madrid’s best restaurants, making Hotel Único a culinary
must-visit.

www.slh.com

Namibian hospitality company O&L Leisure has
opened Chobe Water Villas, a luxurious riverside retreat in the Caprivi Strip on Namibia’s
Northern boundary, only a few kilometres from
the unique place where four countries meet:
Zimbabwe, Zambia, Botswana and Namibia.
A breath-taking destination for wildlife photographers and safari lovers, Chobe Water Villas
are situated on the northern bank of the mighty
Chobe River, which forms the border between
Namibia and the Chobe National Park in
Botswana, an area with one of the highest concentration of game in all of Africa.
Sixteen stylish stilted suites line a broad, glittering stretch of the Chobe River, with views over
Kasikili Island and the Chobe National Park
beyond. The vegetation is lush and supports a
dense population of elephants, lion, buffalo,
giraffe and various antelopes, making this a
unique corner of Namibia which, in many ways,
feels as much a part of wildlife-rich Botswana or
Zambia.
Accommodation - Accessible only by boat, the
gorgeous thatched water villas are shaded by
acacia trees and seduce with beautiful design.
Interiors by South African firm Design Union
feature sustainable, contemporary lines and
incorporate custom-made furniture, indigenous
textiles, cloud-soft linens and an Afro-chic collection of lighting fixtures and artworks. Floor to
ceiling glass doors in each suite fold open and
lead out to a large front terrace with and uninterrupted 180 degree river views.
Activities - Because of its elevated location,
wildlife viewing can be enjoyed straight from the
villas and lodge looking down onto the river.
Daily safari activities include morning game
drives in the Chobe National Park, cruises on the
Chobe River along the banks of the National
Park and Cultural & Sunset cruises on both the
Chobe and Zambezi Rivers. The lodge is also
only 70km by road from one of the great wonders of the world, the Victoria Falls, and day
excursions by road or air can be arranged.

www.chobewatervillas.com

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