Explore 9 Extraordinary Hotel Dining Experiences Around The World

Embark on a global culinary adventure with these extraordinary hotel dining experiences that immerse you in new worlds of flavor and singular spaces. From a spice route-inspired restaurant aboard a traditional boat in the Maldives, to a historic eatery in a converted 19th century blacksmith shop in Patagonia, these hotels offer more than just a meal — they invite you to explore a destination’s history and culture via your palate.

Dining by the Ayung River at Kubu with Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

Located in the heart of Bali’s beloved town of Ubud, the Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve celebrates the town’s rich culture, traditions, and holistic lifestyle. Inspired by Ubud’s farmers’ deep connection to the land, the property’s in-house restaurant, Kubu, offers a one-of-a-kind dining experience. The Ayung River flows directly alongside the restaurant and private dining cocoons add a special touch. All dishes, including offerings in Kubu’s signature six- to eight-course menus, showcase Mediterranean and European specialties prepared with locally sourced ingredients.

A Historic Culinary Experience at El Asador with The Singular Patagonia

At The Singular Patagonia, El Asador offers guests an authentic culinary experience. Located in the old blacksmith shop of the hotel, El Asador enchants with its nineteenth-century facade. Specializing in wood-fired meats (with lots of delicious options for vegans), guests can feast on amazing local offerings like hare, lamb, king crab, seaweed, honey and more. Located in the transformed Frigorifico Puerto Bories, a post-Victorian cold-storage plant constructed in 1915 and recognized as a national heritage site, the Singular Patagonia embodies the spirit of the region, celebrating its untouched environment and honoring local history.

Ba’theli at Milaidhoo Maldives: A Culinary Voyage on the Spice Route

The legendary Spice Route comes alive at Ba’theli Lounge & Restaurant where guests can enjoy a Maldivian culinary exploration aboard a traditional boat on the lagoon at Milaidhoo Maldives. Inspired by putting an innovative spin on local ingredients, chefs at this restaurant showcase Maldivian food traditions while pleasing modern palates. Perched on a boat, the restaurant’s setting pays homage to the Maldivian Spice Route.

Where Culinary Delights Meet Beachside Bliss: Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach

At Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach‘s SugarSand you can discover Bali beachfront dining. Following a delectable meal, guests can enjoy a refreshing dip in the pool to unwind. SugarSand is an oasis that blends exquisite cuisine, lively music, and a vibrant atmosphere, creating the perfect environment for both relaxation and celebration. The venue has two levels; on the first floor you’ll find a communal area and a gorgeous infinity pool, and on the second there’s an open-air lounge with breathtaking vistas of the Indian Ocean.

Places you Need to See to Believe – Klein Jan at Tswalu Kalahari Reserve

Why not combine your once-in-a-lifetime animal sightings with a once-in-a-lifetime meal? Tswalu, South Africa’s largest private game reserve, not only offers an unforgettable safari experience, it also manages to have one of Southern Africa’s most extraordinary dining experiences at Klein Jan. Without giving too much away of the surprise, you’ll start your meal at a 100-year-old farmhouse and end…, well that’s for you to discover. Suffice to say you’ll be awed by one of the best meals of your life.

Local Design Elements at Market Kitchen in W Algarve

Discover Market Kitchen at W Algarve, which was the first luxury lifestyle property in the area. Here, guests will experience a vibrant Portuguese market culture come alive. The communal table is awash in hand-crafted azulejos, a Portuguese art form featuring hand-painted, tin-glazed ceramic tiles commonly found on the interiors and exteriors of churches and homes. Enjoy carefully crafted dishes like Algarvian seafood cataplana and local grilled octopus.

Rustic 1617 Restaurant Nestled in the Austrian Alps

Naturhotel Forsthofgut in Leogang, Austria invites guests to experience a one-of-a-kind dining experience at its 1617 Restaurant, located in the property’s Altholzstube, which means “old wooden room” in German. The restaurant’s design highlights the property’s incredible 400-year history. The surrounding Austrian Alps provide a striking backdrop as you dine on Austrian dishes like venison loin and freshly caught salt-crusted arctic char that are filleted and carved tableside.

Discover Icelandic Delights at Sky Lagoon’s Smakk Bar

Sky Lagoon, a captivating geothermal wonder just beyond Reykjavik’s city limits, celebrates Iceland’s rich heritage by partnering with local artisans and producers to curate an authentic and immersive experience at Smakk Bar. The partners involved feature local family-run businesses and community members who have all contributed profoundly to Iceland’s food journey, from the first specialty coffee shop, to one of Iceland’s oldest bakeries.

Orchid Conservatory at The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur – Malaysia

The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur is one of the city’s most storied properties and in this iconic hotel you’ll find the Orchid Conservatory. This glass-encased atrium showcases a breathtaking hanging garden and orchidscape, the only one of its kind in the country. The kinds of orchids on display change in harmony with the seasons.