Rhythms Of The Land

Across the globe, these exceptional hotels bring guests closer to the land, the sea, and the stories behind every ingredient. From Zurich to Lombok, Minami-Uonuma to Sonoma, each Design Hotels property pairs thoughtful design with culinary experiences rooted in local traditions. Whether exploring organic gardens in Umbria, savouring freshly caught seafood in Tulum, or planting rice in Japan’s snowy valleys, guests can immerse themselves in flavours, textures, and techniques that celebrate place, provenance, and craft. These retreats turn every meal into a journey, every taste into a connection, and every stay into a celebration of the rhythms of the land.

 

Immerse Yourself In Indonesia

 

An intimate seven-villa retreat on the pristine white-sand shores of Ekas Bay, Innit Lombok marries minimalist luxury with a deep respect for the island’s cultural heritage. Each villa draws inspiration from traditional lumbung-style houses and is crafted from natural materials such as teak, rattan, and locally sourced wood and stone.

 

 

Dining at Anakampung restaurant is a highlight – choose from a catch speared by local fishers that very day, enjoy lobsters raised in their floating farm and grilled over coconut husks, and savour vegetables grown nearby. The menu, overseen by chef Matthew Angga (with experience in Michelin‑level kitchens), brings Indonesian flavours to life in a relaxed beachfront ambience. Guests can also visit the floating lobster farm, fish with local experts, and learn to prepare traditional Indonesian dishes.

 

For more information and reservations, call +62 (0) 811 – 3900 – 8500 or email: reservations@innithotels.com.

 

Savour Organic Japan

 

Set against the snowy mountains of Niigata’s Ōsawa valley, Satoyama Jujo’s main house is a 150-year-old timber structure painstakingly restored alongside minimalist Scandinavian inspired furniture and contemporary art pieces. At the heart of the experience is dining at the restaurant Sanaburi, where mountain foraged vegetables, wild greens, and locally grown produce are given starring roles. Ingredients are harvested from the surrounding forest and fields, then treated with traditional preservation methods unique to the snow country region.

 

 

Rice grown locally in Minami Uonuma – the famed Koshihikari variety – is presented with pride, steamed in clay pots and served as the centrepiece of the meal. Guests can join seasonal experiences, from planting rice in early summer and celebrating with harvest feasts, to winter snowshoe tours accompanied by meals crafted from preserved local staples, fully immersing themselves in land-rooted traditions.

 

For more information and reservations, call +81 (0) 257 – 836 – 777 or email: info@satoyama-jujo.com.

 

Mexican Beach Living

 

At XELA Tulum, the boundary between nature and design feels almost imaginary. Set along a stretch of powder-soft shoreline, the hotel leans into a quietly luxurious minimalism – sun-washed woods, sculptural lines, breezy suites that seem to inhale the Caribbean air.

 

 

The culinary rhythm follows the same philosophy, focused on freshness and seasonal ingredients that highlight tropical flavours. The menu evolves with what’s vibrant and abundant, offering bright, sun-drenched dishes meant to be enjoyed in a relaxed, barefoot setting. Soon, a new Omakase concept will open, bringing an intimate, chef-guided tasting experience to the property. XELA also offers a ‘Mezcal Tasting Workshop for Two’, inviting guests to explore the story of agave, regional terroir, and the craft of mezcal through guided tastings and sensory techniques.

 

For more information and reservations, call +52 (0) 984 – 806 – 2837 or email: concierge@xelatulum.com.

 

California’s Beautiful Bounty

 

In the heart of Sonoma wine country, Hotel Healdsburg brings together contemporary elegance with the warmth of a family estate – natural woods, stone accents, and sunlit interiors create a serene backdrop for exploring the region. Culinary life revolves around Dry Creek Kitchen, where seasonal, locally sourced ingredients from nearby farms, orchards, and vineyards are celebrated at their peak, bringing Sonoma’s bounty directly to the table.

 

 

Guests can immerse themselves in the land through Farmers’ Market to Table: a Saturday morning spent wandering the market with Executive Chef Shane McAnelly, meeting local purveyors, and discovering the best seasonal produce, followed by a six-course tasting dinner celebrating the day’s freshest ingredients. Seasonal experiences – from olive-oil tastings to floral workshops paired with picnic lunches – further honour the region’s flavours, craft, and the hotel’s refined design.

 

For more information and reservations, call +1 707 – 431 – 2800 or email: frontdesk@hotelhealdsburg.com.

 

Tasty Swiss Cuisine

 

At The Home Hotel Zürich, the farm-to-table spirit is not a gesture but a guiding principle. The hotel’s warm, lived-in elegance makes guests feel instantly grounded, and that same spirit of authenticity extends to the culinary and wine experiences found throughout the property. Nowhere is this more apparent than at Terravigna, the hotel’s interconnected ground-floor wine boutique and the brand’s only Zurich outpost. Intimate and thoughtfully curated, the shop showcases bottles from small, independent producers who champion ethical, sustainable, biodynamic, and low-intervention wine-making.

 

 

Guests are invited to explore these vineyard-driven stories with the help of warm, knowledgeable staff whose expertise spans local Zurich estates, regional standouts, and inspired pairings. Many of Terravigna’s finest selections – including favourites like Casa Rojo – also grace the menu at LouLou French Grill & Raw Bar, creating a seamless thread from soil to glass. With regular tastings and workshops held both in the shop and throughout the hotel, Terravigna has become a lively gathering point for Zürich’s wine lovers – a place where craft, connection, and a true sense of home meet.

 

For more information and reservations, call +41 (0) 442 – 132 – 299 or email: welcome@thehomehotel.ch.

 

Palatial Italian Lifestyle

 

Perched on a hillside in the medieval village of Panicale overlooking Lake Trasimeno, Rastrello is housed in a meticulously restored 14th‑century palazzo. The design honours the old – original stone walls, wooden beams, and ironwork remain – while introducing a warm minimalism: subtle materials, custom furnishings, and a palette drawn from the Umbrian countryside.

 

 

The culinary heart of Rastrello lies in the restaurant Cucina & Giardino, where menus shift with the seasons and reflect the rhythms of the land. Many vegetables, fruits, and herbs are harvested in the hotel’s own organic gardens; the estate also includes olive groves that produce award‑winning extra‑virgin olive oil. At dinner, dishes like handmade pasta nestled beside garden‑fresh vegetables and house‑pressed oil appear on a terrace with panoramic views of the valley. Rastrello also offers immersive experiences – from olive‑oil tastings to truffle hunts – that deepen the connection between land, cuisine, and culture.

 

For more information and reservations, call +39 (0) 353 – 412 – 6302 or email: info@rastrello.com.

 

 

Source: Design Hotels.