The ultimate vacation indulgence is a private bathtub, solitude and thoughtful amenities that elevate the bathing experience. Bathtubs come in many styles—from clawfoot tubs to wooden ofuru—each offering a distinct way to relax. The hotels below, around the world, feature some of the most remarkable bathtubs for travelers seeking a truly luxurious soak.
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La Réserve Paris
Housed in a 19th-century mansion in central Paris, La Réserve Paris has just 40 rooms and an intimate, elegant atmosphere. Rooms feature silk damask walls, velvet upholstery and herringbone parquet floors. Bathrooms are clad in Carrera marble and often include freestanding, silver-sided tubs. Many tubs are positioned to frame views of the Eiffel Tower or the Grand Palais, so guests can soak while admiring the Paris skyline.
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Royal Mansour, Marrakech
Royal Mansour’s individual three-story riads offer exquisite details and privacy, but the Grand Riad stands out. Spanning more than 19,000 square feet, it includes multiple bedrooms, private pools, a cinema, a hammam and expansive living spaces. One guest bathroom features floor-to-ceiling pink marble and a freestanding tub set into mother-of-pearl inlay. Guests staying in the Grand Riad also benefit from dedicated bath butler service and a curated selection of local bath products.
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Shou Sugi Ban House, The Hamptons
Each studio at Shou Sugi Ban House offers a choice between a Hinoki ofuru (a traditional Japanese soaking tub) and a modern air-massage soaking tub. The Hinoki ofuru recreates the tranquil warmth of a hot spring. Studios open onto private garden patios for meditation or massage, and nightly turndown amenities include seasonal soak salts, magnesium flakes scented with a bespoke essential oil blend and a herbal bath tea bag made from wildcrafted, organic ingredients that change with the seasons.
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Khwai River Lodge, A Belmond Safari, Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana
Set on the Khwai River, this intimate lodge offers tented rooms and a private suite that bring guests close to Moremi’s abundant wildlife. The Khwai Suite features a secluded deck with a heated pool and an open-air bathroom equipped with double showers and a copper-framed Victorian bathtub. Bathing here means unwinding while watching the riverbanks for passing animals.
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The Beaumont, London
The Beaumont channels Art Deco glamour across its public spaces and rooms. Bathroom design emphasizes black-and-white contrasts, floor-to-ceiling marble and vintage photography. The centerpiece in many bathrooms is a generously sized, deep tub—perfect for long, indulgent bubble baths after a day in the city.
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UXUA Casa Hotel & Spa
Casa Seu João at UXUA opens one entire wall to a private garden, wooden deck and swimming pool, inspired by a local fisherman’s welcoming home. The suite’s open-air bathroom features a sunken bathtub and sinks carved from tree trunks. The setting allows guests to bathe outdoors while enjoying the privacy and green views of a secluded garden.
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GoldenEye, Jamaica
The former home of Ian Fleming, GoldenEye preserves the writer’s tropical sensibility. The original building’s bedrooms each open onto private garden bath areas with large clawfoot tubs and outdoor showers. Guests can enjoy lush, tropical surroundings while soaking in classic tubs that nod to the estate’s literary heritage.
andBeyond Tengile River Lodge, South Africa
This river lodge offers floating suites along the Sand River in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve. Each suite includes a deep tub positioned to overlook riverine habitat, giving guests the chance to relax in the water while watching elephants, buffalo and other wildlife from the privacy of their suite.
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Nayara Tented Camp, Costa Rica
Nayara’s tented suites place an oversized soaking tub at the heart of each accommodation. High-backed tubs sit near private decks and plunge pools with views of Arenal Volcano. After exploring hanging bridges, visiting the property’s sloth sanctuary or sampling regional wines, guests can return for a long, restorative soak in a peaceful, nature-facing setting.