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5 Travel Moments You’ll Only Have at These Luxury Hotels

From perfume blending in Napa to a private hammam in Marrakech, these luxury stays allow you to experience more.

Luxurious seating overlooks an infinity pool and the ocean at Impression by Secrets Isla Mujeres.

Discover your own definition of luxury at Impression by Secrets Isla Mujeres.

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Thread count and welcome gifts may signify luxury for some when it comes to hotels. But beyond amenities like private plunge pools and wellness facilities, the seemingly small details of Hyatt’s luxury hotels define the experience—by tailoring it to you. A moment as simple as the concierge remembering your name or returning to your room to find your sunglasses cleaned and neatly arranged, is what transforms an accommodation into something more. Thoughtful property-wide offerings, such as individual yoga classes tailored to your skill level or private guided tours with expertly crafted itineraries, bring an elevated personal touch, too. It’s about individualized service, freeing you to immerse yourself in your surroundings, being more present, and discovering the type of travel that’s most meaningful and impactful to you.

The Park Hyatt, Alila, Miraval, Impression by Secrets, and The Unbound Collection by Hyatt brands all feature hotels and resorts worldwide that embrace this concept of personalization and take it to new heights. These are places where your needs are anticipated before you know you have them, and your experiences are exclusive. Below are five trips that embody what you can expect with Hyatt’s luxury brands, from a transformative holistic retreat deep in the Texas Hill Country to a getaway off the coast of Mexico with dedicated butler service.

Wellness Guides at Miraval Austin Resort and Spa

Glass doors open up to a serene room, with thoughtfully designed seating. Across the way another set of doors is open overlooking trees.

Start your journey at Miraval Austin with intention.

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You’ll find more than healthful meals and restorative spa services at a Miraval resort. Dedicated, nurturing Miraval specialists will help you develop a one-of-a-kind wellness journey with an imaginative array of activities tailored to your personal goals. The property also encourages guests to participate in a device-free experience and leave their phones in their rooms, adding a layer of privacy and mindfulness to the atmosphere.

A woman stands in the rock labyrinth at Miraval Austin.

Focus on mindfulness while walking the labyrinth at Miraval Austin.

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At all Miraval resorts, including Miraval Austin Resort and Spa, you can lean into personalized itineraries based on your intentions. Expert specialists will take you on a transformative inner-work journey, helping you create balance through mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual practices, as well as immersive activities. That might mean reflecting within the on-site labyrinth, exploring Ayurvedic teachings, or developing strategies for letting go, navigating loss, or reigniting your inner purpose.

Personalized spa treatments at Park Hyatt Marrakech

There are endless ways to relax at Park Hyatt Marrakech.

There are endless ways to relax at Park Hyatt Marrakech.

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The idea of a hotel as a “home away from home” isn’t about having the same amenities as your home. Instead, it’s finding comfort and peace around every corner—something that Park Hyatt hotels, including Park Hyatt Marrakech, fully embrace.

A spa pool sits in the center of a large room at Park Hyatt Marrakech.

Find serenity at Park Hyatt Marrakech.

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Park Hyatt Marrakech opened in the Moroccan city in the summer of 2024. Creating a grand sanctuary for travelers seeking a wellness experience with a powerful sense of place, the ochre buildings and tranquil gardens were inspired by the city’s historic palaces.

Le Spa Park Hyatt Marrakech offers a serene sanctuary that blends elegance with Moroccan traditions. With 10 private cabins, two spa suites designed for couples, a hammam, sauna, indoor pool, and a range of specialized treatments—from one-on-one stretching and relaxation sessions to yoga nidra classes and tension-relieving massages—you can choose your path to restoration and mindfulness.

Signature scent making at Alila Napa Valley

Couple walking through vineyard with mountains in the background

The vineyards at Alila Napa Valley serve as the perfect backdrop.

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Local culture, connection, and sustainability form the foundation of the Alila brand experience. Each resort’s unique offerings and experiences—grounded in rich interactions and thoughtful exploration—curate a memorable guest stay, like at Alila Napa Valley.

Woman stands at a balcony looking out at the vineyard, with mountains in the background.

Escape to California wine country at Alila Napa Valley.

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Take Alila Napa Valley’s Scents of the Valley Personalized Scenting experience, available to a limited number of guests. With an Aftel-trained perfumer, you’ll dive into scent memory, learn about local flora, and work together to create your bespoke scent. Upon checkout, you’ll leave with an exclusive signature scent that instantly transports you to Northern California wine country.

Dedicated butler service at Impression Isla Mujeres by Secrets

Turquoise water fills a private infinity pool next to a swim up bar

Enjoy a day of leisure by the pool at Impression Isla Mujeres by Secrets.

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“All-inclusive” may not typically be synonymous with luxury, but the two Impression by Secrets hotels—Moxché and Isla Mujeres—turn the idea on its head. With curated gastronomy and tailored experiences, every aspect of your trip will be hand-crafted to suit you individually.

A suite at Impression Isla Mujeres by Secrets looks out on the Caribbean’s clear blue waters. The suite is decorated with a king bed, living area, and jucuzzi.

Look out on the Caribbean’s clear blue waters from your suite at Impression Isla Mujeres by Secrets.

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As a guest of Impression Isla Mujeres by Secrets, located on an island just off the coast of Cancún, you can unwind with as much or as little activity as you’d like. The resort’s butlers pride themselves on designing your stay to align with your ideal trip. If you want to tour the island on an electric bike, they will handle it. Planning to snorkel along the world’s second-largest coral reef requires nothing more than making the request. For those whose idea of heaven is lounging by the pool every day, they’ll ensure you’ll want for nothing.

Reiki at Hotel La Compañia del Valle, part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

A pool looks out over a beautiful garden, with Hotel La Compañia del Valle in the background.

Enter a world of beauty and relaxation at Hotel La Compañia del Valle.

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Although each hotel within The Unbound Collection by Hyatt brand has its own story woven from location, design, and history, they all have a shared goal—to serve as the perfect backdrop to your own travel story. Properties such as Hotel La Compañia del Valle provide the inspiration, freedom, and support you need for a luxurious getaway.

The saltwater pool at Hotel La Compañia del Valle is surrounded by luxurious lounge chairs, greenery, and a mountain view.

Spend an afternoon in the saltwater pool at Hotel La Compañia del Valle.

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Hotel La Compañia del Valle, a Tuscan retreat–inspired hotel in Panama, is home to just 70 rooms and suites and an 18,000-square-foot Elysium Spa, which opens in July 2025. Of course, massages and other body treatments are on the menu, but other unexpected additions—like chocolate and wine therapy, underground Roman baths, and Reiki healing—allow you to design your ideal day.

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