Combining elegance, refinement, and impeccable service, and showcasing creativity and empowerment of women in the hospitality industry, female-owned hotels around the world embody style and grace. From boutique retreats to urban landmarks, these innovative hoteliers have designed spaces that go beyond accommodation. Each corner reflects a detailed design, blending modern elements with timeless beauty. These female owners curate unique experiences with a personal touch, delivering bespoke expeditions and personalized moments. These hotels also support inclusivity and empowerment, delivering opportunities for women in the industry.

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Stonefield Villa Resort, St. Lucia

The beautiful St Lucia location was named after a female historical figure, Saint Lucy of Syracuse. Owned by Anista Brown, the Stonefield Villa Resort is a 26-acre cocoa plantation in the Pitons, with the Caribbean Sea below. It used to be the owner's childhood home before she transformed it into a beautiful resort featuring a restaurant, spa, events area, and villas with private pools. Being the only property on the island with a pre-Columbian rock landmark, the leash-abundant grounds provide the hotel's restaurant with fresh fruit, vegetables, and herbs.

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The Mansion Bali, Ubud, Indonesia

Folded away in the heart of Bali's art and cultural township in Ubud, Claudine Quynh created a resort that is home to art and classic Balinese immersion. Today, The Mansion is a home away from home, supplying luxury, art, nature, and wellness. Featuring leafy landscaped gardens, Balinese water qualities, lotus ponds, and gorgeous art in almost every corner, and unique staff, the hotel is unlike any other.

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The Downtown Clifton, Tucson, Arizona

After leaving her career in law, Moniqua Lane set her imagination into the Downtown Clifton, celebrating the old building's original shine and charm. She loved the property so much that she opened another one, The Citizen Hotel, also in Tucson. The hotels connect to the Tucson community, defined with genuineness and authenticity. The hotel's goal is to make people fit, as the locals consider their neighborhood bar or restaurant places that reflect their culture and roots.

Hotel Manapany, St. Barts

Located five minutes away from the town of Gustavia and the St. Jean beach site, Hotel Manapany, owned by Anne Jousse, offers Caribbean-inspired luxury with a feel of St.-Barts roots. The owner wanted to recreate the memory of when she first visited the island when it was still natural, Bohemian, and not commercialized. She thought of something that would serve privacy and immersion in the wild while exposing the beauty of St. Barts. Guests can relax or do yoga on the beach, go to the spa, or learn to surf and experience what St. Barts has become.

COMO Point Yamu, Phuket, Thailand

The COMO Hotels and Resorts, owned by Christina Ong, features 14 properties, including the beautiful Point Yamu in Thailand, overlooking the Andaman Sea and the scenic limestones of Phang Nga Bay. The hotel's interiors are embellished with contemporary Thai luxury. The property offers a wellness retreat, named the COMO Shambhala, where guests can totally relax and world-class restaurants serving Thai and Italian cuisine.

The Retreat Costa Rica, Atenas, Costa Rica

Diana Stobo created The Retreat, a scenic boutique hotel overlooking amazing views in Atenas, Costa Rica. The whole experience lies around the relaxing and healing vibes of Costa Rican's amazing mountains and nature. Beyond the beautiful hotel room and the feeling of home, guests are impressed by the open kitchen, the scrumptious food, the fast service, and the staff's warmth.

The Roundtree in Amagansett, New York

Sylvia Wong, an avid tourist, was inspired to open a boutique hotel combining simple luxury and warm hospitality. The hotel's hidden gem location set it apart from other properties in the Hamptons. Its modern, intimate design makes guests feel like their second home. Located in the heart of Amagansett village and surrounded by farmland, the boutique hotel is within walking distance of some of the most stunning beaches in the area.

Garden of the Gods Resort & Club, Colorado Springs, Colorado

Judy Mackey and Brenda spent five years shaping the Colorado Springs oasis, turning it into a clinical health and wellness resort. In addition to spa treatments, guests also work with personal coaches and lifestyle trainers to help them feel happier and healthier. The Garden of the Gods Resort and Club has a mission to improve guests' lives through the natural beauty of Colorado Springs and the hospitality and wellness of their highly considered clinicians and team members.

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The Chanler At Cliff Walk, Newport, Rhode Island

Growing up surrounded by hospitality as her father owned a hotel, Lani Shufelt reopened her father's property in the charming seaside city of Newport and, after a three-year renovation, made it worth the try. Fast-Today, it's a luxury hotel featuring beautifully designed rooms, including the unique Renaissance, one of the most beloved suites. Guests feel they are staying in their private mansion, overlooking the Cliff Walk and the Atlantic Ocean. The hotel aims to make each day for our guests meaningful in looks and sense.

Casa Palopo, Lake Atitlan, Guatemala

In 2010, Claudia Bosch checked in to the beautiful Casa Palopó as a guest and checked out as the hotel’s new owner. The hotel has turned into a luxury resort, featuring beautiful rooms and a private villa, a boutique that offers personalized experiences inspired by Guatemala's culture. There is also the Palopo Activo program, in which some guests get back their nightly fare in vouchers to shop locally. Guests have the choice to also experience the beauty of Lake Atitlan by staying at the coolest places in Guatemala.