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The Silo Hotel<\/strong> | <\/span>Cape Town, South Africa <\/p>\n The Silo Hotel<\/a>, one of Cape Town\u2019s most iconic converted hotels, occupies the top six floors of a former grain silo, perched above the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary African Art<\/a> (MOCAA). Each of the hotel\u2019s 28 suites is uniquely decorated and adorned with contemporary African art, and they all feature panoramic windows. Enjoy sweeping views over the city stretching from Table Mountain to the Atlantic Ocean.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n InterContinental Khao Yai Resort<\/strong> | <\/span>Pak Chong, Thailand <\/p>\n Deep in Thailand\u2019s Khao Yai mountain range is InterContinental Khao Yai Resort<\/a>, a one-of-a-kind Bill Bensley-designed resort built from upcycled railroad carriages. The resort\u2019s railcar guestrooms are all individual, each transformed into distinct suites inspired by the golden age of train travel. Outside, you can explore Khao Yai<\/a>, Thailand\u2019s first national park and a UNESCO World Heritage site.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n Riggs Washington DC<\/strong> | <\/span>Washington, D.C., United States <\/p>\n Riggs Washington DC<\/a>, one of the city\u2019s standout converted hotels, occupies a landmark building that once housed the Riggs National Bank, famously known as the Bank of Presidents. Now a luxury boutique hotel, many of the building\u2019s legacy features can still be seen, offering guests a glimpse into its stately past. Dine at Caf\u00e9 Riggs<\/a> to admire the original Corinthian columns or visit the Silver Lyan Bar<\/a> to relax inside the former bank vault.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n Borgo San Felice Resort<\/strong> | <\/span>Siena, Italy <\/p>\n Borgo San Felice Resort<\/a> is more than a converted hotel; it\u2019s an entire village. This small hamlet in Italy\u2019s Chianti countryside was once a medieval town of meandering streets overlooking vineyards. Now a luxury retreat, guests can stay inside the former village houses, enjoy a botanic spa set within the old olive oil press and taste Michelin-starred cuisine seasoned from centuries-old herb gardens.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n Cap Menorca Relais & Chateaux<\/strong> | <\/span>Balearic Islands, Spain <\/p>\n Soldiers once marched within the grounds of Cap Menorca<\/a>, the former Llucarli military base, abandoned for years before being repurposed. French businessman Laurent Morel-Ruymen later acquired the property, spending over a decade transforming it into a luxury retreat welcoming romance and leisure seekers alike. Guests vacationing here\u2014basking in the Mediterranean sun, savoring Menorcan haute cuisine and sailing the coast\u2014can still glimpse the original canons pointing towards the sea.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n<\/article>\n Rosewood Schloss Fuschl<\/strong> | <\/span>Salzburg, Austria <\/p>\n A 1450s fairytale castle standing proudly on the banks of alpine Lake Fuschl, Rosewood Schloss Fuschl<\/a> was once a favored destination for royalty and cinematic stars. Now, this centuries-old retreat has been reimagined for a new generation of visitors. Soak in the serene views from the spa, dine in a historic alpine hut post-hike or enjoy the sounds of music in nearby Salzburg, the birthplace of Mozart.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n Palazzo Scanderbeg<\/strong> | <\/span>Rome, Italy <\/p>\n Once home to 15th-century Prince George Castriot, or Scanderbeg, Palazzo Scanderbeg<\/a> is now a luxurious gem among converted hotels. This residential-style retreat has been meticulously transformed, preserving heritage charms where modern comforts blend seamlessly with Renaissance architecture, including original vaulted ceilings and wooden floors.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n The Rebello<\/strong> | <\/span>Porto, Portugal <\/p>\n The Rebello<\/a>, named after the \u201clittle tail\u201d wooden boats that transported barrels of local wine down the River Douro, is housed within the 19th-century stonework of a former port warehouse. Now reimagined as a waterfront hotel, it combines heritage charm with modern design. Discover a rooftop bar, indoor pool and residential-style suites outfitted with full kitchens.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n Dunton Hot Springs<\/strong> | <\/span>Colorado, United States <\/p>\n Formerly a ghost town, Dunton Hot Springs<\/a> offers the unique chance to experience living in an authentic 1800s mining town. Restored with modern luxuries, the town\u2019s hand-hewn cabins now serve as a romantic getaway in the Colorado Rockies. Soak in hot springs inside the 19th-century bathhouse, dine in the old saloon and enjoy access to endless outdoor activities.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n The Liberty, a Luxury Collection Hotel<\/strong> | <\/span>Boston, United States <\/p>\n Once the Charles Street Jail, The Liberty<\/a> in Boston is now a luxury destination and one of the city\u2019s most fascinating converted hotels. Retaining much of its original architecture, it offers guests a glimpse into its storied past. Rooms now lock from the inside, but visitors can still stroll the original central atrium and catwalks and see the former \u2018drunk tank\u2019 cells at Alibi Bar & Lounge<\/a>.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article><\/div>\n 1 \/10<\/p>\n The Silo Hotel<\/strong> |Cape Town, South Africa <\/p>\n The Silo Hotel<\/a>, one of Cape Town\u2019s most iconic converted hotels, occupies the top six floors of a former grain silo, perched above the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary African Art<\/a> (MOCAA). Each of the hotel\u2019s 28 suites is uniquely decorated and adorned with contemporary African art, and they all feature panoramic windows. Enjoy sweeping views over the city stretching from Table Mountain to the Atlantic Ocean.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n 2 \/10<\/p>\n InterContinental Khao Yai Resort<\/strong> |Pak Chong, Thailand <\/p>\n Deep in Thailand\u2019s Khao Yai mountain range is InterContinental Khao Yai Resort<\/a>, a one-of-a-kind Bill Bensley-designed resort built from upcycled railroad carriages. The resort\u2019s railcar guestrooms are all individual, each transformed into distinct suites inspired by the golden age of train travel. Outside, you can explore Khao Yai<\/a>, Thailand\u2019s first national park and a UNESCO World Heritage site.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n 3 \/10<\/p>\n Riggs Washington DC<\/strong> |Washington, D.C., United States <\/p>\n Riggs Washington DC<\/a>, one of the city\u2019s standout converted hotels, occupies a landmark building that once housed the Riggs National Bank, famously known as the Bank of Presidents. Now a luxury boutique hotel, many of the building\u2019s legacy features can still be seen, offering guests a glimpse into its stately past. Dine at Caf\u00e9 Riggs<\/a> to admire the original Corinthian columns or visit the Silver Lyan Bar<\/a> to relax inside the former bank vault.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n 4 \/10<\/p>\n Borgo San Felice Resort<\/strong> |Siena, Italy <\/p>\n Borgo San Felice Resort<\/a> is more than a converted hotel; it\u2019s an entire village. This small hamlet in Italy\u2019s Chianti countryside was once a medieval town of meandering streets overlooking vineyards. Now a luxury retreat, guests can stay inside the former village houses, enjoy a botanic spa set within the old olive oil press and taste Michelin-starred cuisine seasoned from centuries-old herb gardens.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n 5 \/10<\/p>\n Cap Menorca Relais & Chateaux<\/strong> |Balearic Islands, Spain <\/p>\n Soldiers once marched within the grounds of Cap Menorca<\/a>, the former Llucarli military base, abandoned for years before being repurposed. French businessman Laurent Morel-Ruymen later acquired the property, spending over a decade transforming it into a luxury retreat welcoming romance and leisure seekers alike. Guests vacationing here\u2014basking in the Mediterranean sun, savoring Menorcan haute cuisine and sailing the coast\u2014can still glimpse the original canons pointing towards the sea.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n<\/article>\n 6 \/10<\/p>\n Rosewood Schloss Fuschl<\/strong> |Salzburg, Austria <\/p>\n A 1450s fairytale castle standing proudly on the banks of alpine Lake Fuschl, Rosewood Schloss Fuschl<\/a> was once a favored destination for royalty and cinematic stars. Now, this centuries-old retreat has been reimagined for a new generation of visitors. Soak in the serene views from the spa, dine in a historic alpine hut post-hike or enjoy the sounds of music in nearby Salzburg, the birthplace of Mozart.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n 7 \/10<\/p>\n Palazzo Scanderbeg<\/strong> |Rome, Italy <\/p>\n Once home to 15th-century Prince George Castriot, or Scanderbeg, Palazzo Scanderbeg<\/a> is now a luxurious gem among converted hotels. This residential-style retreat has been meticulously transformed, preserving heritage charms where modern comforts blend seamlessly with Renaissance architecture, including original vaulted ceilings and wooden floors.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n 8 \/10<\/p>\n The Rebello<\/strong> |Porto, Portugal <\/p>\n The Rebello<\/a>, named after the \u201clittle tail\u201d wooden boats that transported barrels of local wine down the River Douro, is housed within the 19th-century stonework of a former port warehouse. Now reimagined as a waterfront hotel, it combines heritage charm with modern design. Discover a rooftop bar, indoor pool and residential-style suites outfitted with full kitchens.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n 9 \/10<\/p>\n Dunton Hot Springs<\/strong> |Colorado, United States <\/p>\n Formerly a ghost town, Dunton Hot Springs<\/a> offers the unique chance to experience living in an authentic 1800s mining town. Restored with modern luxuries, the town\u2019s hand-hewn cabins now serve as a romantic getaway in the Colorado Rockies. Soak in hot springs inside the 19th-century bathhouse, dine in the old saloon and enjoy access to endless outdoor activities.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n 10 \/10<\/p>\n The Liberty, a Luxury Collection Hotel<\/strong> |Boston, United States <\/p>\n Once the Charles Street Jail, The Liberty<\/a> in Boston is now a luxury destination and one of the city\u2019s most fascinating converted hotels. Retaining much of its original architecture, it offers guests a glimpse into its storied past. Rooms now lock from the inside, but visitors can still stroll the original central atrium and catwalks and see the former \u2018drunk tank\u2019 cells at Alibi Bar & Lounge<\/a>.<\/p>\nHistoric Buildings Reborn as Luxury Hotels<\/h3>\n
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