With Art Deco marking its centennial this year, there’s no better time to spotlight the world’s most dazzling hotels that embody the era’s signature glamour, elegance, and opulence. From gilded lobbies to geometric grandeur, these storied stays are a testament to a century of bold design and timeless luxury.
From the legendary Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc – the glamorous French Riviera palace that inspired Tender Is the Night – to Le Bristol Paris, also celebrating its 100th birthday, we’ve rounded up six spectacular properties with rich histories and enduring allure, where the bold designs and spirit of adventure that embodied the Jazz Age continue to delight the modern traveler.
The Beaumont Mayfair: A celebration of Art Deco glamour in London
Built in 1925/26, The Beaumont Mayfair puts the roar in Roaring Twenties, having started life as the British capital’s chicest parking garage. Today, the Grade II-listed hotel’s interiors pay homage to the building’s Art Deco roots, with the late Thierry Despont’s vision brought to life through bespoke furnishings, geometric symmetry, and a rich palette of woods and gleaming metals, capturing the era’s signature glamour. Beyond its design, the hotel immerses guests in Jazz Age elegance, from its world-class art collection to the intimate Gatsby Bar – named in honour of the legendary literary figure – where a menu of classic cocktails awaits.
HOW: Rates at The Beaumont Mayfair start from $754 for a Classic Room, or $1,966 for a Classic Suite, B&B. For more information, visit thebeaumont.com.
Gleneagles, the century old hotel invites guests to experience the glamour of a bygone era in Art Deco inspired spaces
Set amid Perthshire’s rolling Ochil Hills, The Gleneagles Hotel has been the retreat of choice for discerning travelers since 1924, earning its reputation as the ‘eighth wonder of the world’. The estate’s carefully restored interiors offer a true taste of Jazz Age glamour, from the intimate American Bar – where cashmere-paneled walls and vintage mirrored panels evoke the allure of a Gatsby-era salon – to The Century Bar’s sleek geometric design, polished finishes, and unrivaled whisky collection. As Scotland’s glorious playground, the Gleneagles experience today perfectly embodies the opulence of the Roaring Twenties.
HOW: Nightly rates at Gleneagles start from £700 per night (currently approx. $902) for more information, visit gleneagles.com.
Le Bristol Paris celebrates 100 years of timeless glamour with Art Deco-inspired elegance
As Le Bristol Paris also marks its 100th anniversary in 2025, the hotel remains a beacon of Art Deco elegance, having first opened at the height of the Roaring Twenties. From its grand entryway with soaring ceilings and opulent chandeliers to its rooftop pool designed to evoke the deck of a 1920s yacht, the hotel embodies the movement’s signature glamour and craftsmanship. In celebration of its centenary, the newly redesigned Imperial Suite pays tribute to Art Deco’s refined aesthetic, featuring bold geometric motifs, lacquered wood paneling, and custom-made artworks by George Condo, ensuring Le Bristol remains a living masterpiece of Parisian luxury.
HOW: Rates at Le Bristol Paris start from €1,701 (currently approx. $1,806) per night, room only. For more information, visit oetkercollection.com/hotels/le-bristol-paris.
Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc: The glamorous French Riviera palace that inspired F. Scott Fitzgerald’s Tender Is The Night
Perched on the southernmost tip of Cap d’Antibes, Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc has hosted the world’s most distinguished artists, writers, and luminaries. F. Scott Fitzgerald found inspiration here for Tender Is the Night, forever linking the hotel to the golden age of Riviera glamour. Guests looking to revel in Art Deco elegance can enjoy the two seaside restaurants, Louroc and The Grill., or take up residence in one of the legendary poolside cabanas, a signature of the hotel’s poolside offering since 1929. Today, this legendary Oetker Collection property continues to embody Côte d’Azur’s timeless mystique, where history, literature, and elegance converge in perfect harmony.
HOW: Rates at Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc start from €1,700 (currently approx. $1,834) per night, room only. For more information, visit oetkercollection.com/hotels/hotel-du-cap-eden-roc.
100 years of 1920’s glitz and glamour: The Boca Raton, enters into its centenary year as south Florida’s most storied resort
As The Boca Raton approaches its centennial in 2026, South Florida’s most storied resort remains a monument to 1920s flair and art deco glamour. Designed by visionary architect Addison Mizner, it has long defined Palm Beach luxury. At its heart is Cloister, where it all began. Opened in 1926 as the Ritz-Carlton Cloister Inn, the 294-room hotel quickly became a sought-after retreat, known for its grand architecture and secluded gardens.
One of five hotels within the resort’s private gated club, Cloister sits Harborside, moments from the Golf Club, Racquet Club, and Spa Palmera. Honouring its rich past, it offers world-class dining, amenities, and retail experiences. Through a century of change, it has remained a place of style, where past and present meet. Now, The Boca Raton invites guests to celebrate 100 years of timeless luxury.
HOW: Accommodation at The Boca Raton Cloister starts from $400 (approx. £346) To book, visit thebocaraton.com.
Built in 1927, The Lowell Hotel radiates timeless elegance, blending old-world glamour with refined Art Deco elements
As New York celebrates a century of Art Deco design, The Lowell stands as a refined tribute to the era’s timeless elegance. Opened in 1927, the hotel seamlessly blends classic sophistication with subtle Art Deco details – from its symmetrical façade to the geometric motifs in Jacques, the hotel’s distinguished bar, and the intricate crown mouldings of The Club Room. Polished metals, marble finishes, and rich textiles reflect the period’s signature materials, while its intimate, residential ambiance and rare wood-burning fireplaces evoke the exclusivity and craftsmanship of the 1920s.
HOW: For more information and to book, visit lowellhotel.com.
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