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Casa Lapostolle, Chilean Wine Region

The World's Best Vineyard Hotels

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Tess Van der Winsor

For a real taste of paradise, stay at one of our experts' picks of the best vineyard hotels across the globe.

You'll enjoy a dream vacation; combine luxury accommodation, picturesque countryside, rolling vineyards and of course, world-class wine making.

If you're a true oenophile, work your way down this list for some of the most sublime wine-tasting opportunities in the world.

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Franschhoek, South African winelands

South Africa: Cape Winelands

Some of the world’s most popular wines hail from South Africa’s Winelands. Throw in verdant rolling hills and spectacular mountains, picturesque towns and villages and culinary expertise, and you have a winning combination.

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1) La Residence

La Residence is surely South Africa’s most opulent and extravagent vineyard hotel. Just outside Franschhoek, the hotel is surrounded by farmland, vineyards and orchards, while the ornate interior of the hotel is furnished with antiques and original pieces of art.

The Maharani Suite, La Residence, The Winelands, South Africa

2) The Steenberg Hotel

On the oldest farm in the Constantia Valley, which has been producing wine since 1645, the Steenberg overlooks False Bay and is one of the best hotels for foodies in Cape Town; its two restaurants – where you can sample the award-winning wine alongside the delicious food – are world-class. As if that’s not enough, the hotel also has a private, 18-hole golf course beneath the Muizemberg Mountains – one of the best conditioned courses in South Africa.

Lounge and terrace view, The Steenberg Hotel, the Winelands, Cape Town, South Africa

3) Babylonstoren

Babylonstoren is located on a 200-hectare working Cape Dutch farm, one of the oldest in South Africa’s wine region. Beautiful and tranquil, the farm is a wonderful place for a few days of R&R.

Babel, Babylonstoren, the Winelands, South Africa

4) The Leeu Collection

This boutique hotel, winery and wellness spa is nestled within 68 hectares of vineyards and gardens in the Dassenberg mountains, and (what’s more) produces award-winning Mullineaux wines which you can sample in their wine studio.

Leeu House pool, Franschhoek, the Winelands, South Africa

5) Delaire Graff Lodges and Spa

Between Franschhoeck and Stellenbosch, Delaire Graff Lodges and Spa has ten villas, each with its own private plunge pool overlooking the scenic views across the Winelands from its hillside perch. Service is excellent.

Delaire Graff Owner's Lodge, the Winelands, South Africa
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Latin America: Mendoza, Carmelo & the Chilean wine region

Surrounding Santiago are the sweeping Wine Regions of Chile with their exciting range of producers from commercial to boutique, whilst just over the Andes you’ll find Mendoza, the picturesque heart of Argentina‘s wine industry. For something more unusual, Uruguay’s Carmelo boasts 100 acres of vineyards, with a micro climate perfect for grape growing and a number of small, family-run producers making some truly spectacular wines.

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1) Vina Vik Millahue

When it opened in 2010, Vik Millahue raised the bar for Chilean wine lodges. Intelligently designed, the lodge slots smoothly into its natural surroundings, with dark wood exterior and floor-to-ceiling windows. Delicious, traditional Chilean cuisine is served alongside the wine, making for a real bon-vivant’s heaven.

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2) Casa Lapostolle

Located in 450 acres of Chilean vineyards, Casa Lapostolle is a very exclusive resort, with only four casitas, in addition to guesthouse lodging. Lapostolle’s winery, Clos Apalta, produces excellent wines for guests to sample during their stay. When you’ve had your fill, you can unwind with a massage or float in the outdoor pool, overlooking the verdant vineyards.

Lapostelle, Chilean Wine Region, Chile

3) The Vines Resort & Spa

In the wine region of Mendoza, Vines Resort & Spa is a truly indulgent retreat where culinary excellence meets luxury accommodation. The onsite winery has tastings, wine-making tours and various activities, in addition to the spa, private patios with each of the 22 villas, and an infinity pool.

Deck and pool at The Vines Resort & Spa, Mendoza, Argentina

4) Finca Narbona, Carmelo, Uruguay

One of Uruguay’s oldest wineries, Finca Narbona dates back to the 18th century. There are only five rooms, which suits the rustic charm of the lodge, and guests can tour the wineries, picnic in the vineyards, and enjoy tasting sessions. The food is divine, too: there’s an onsite restaurant and the farm even produces its own cheese.

Finca Narbona, Carmelo, Uruguay

5) Cavas Wine Lodge, Mendoza, Argentina

There are fourteen rooms at Cavas Wine Lodge, each with their own private plunge pool with views across the vineyards stretching out to the foothills of the Andean mountains. There’s a 35-acre vineyard, a wine cellar with 250 vintages from Mendoza, and, for real wine enthusiasts, the lodge’s spa even offers wine therapy treatments.

Cavas Wine Lodge, Mendoza, Argentina
Marlborough Wine Region, New Zealand

Australasia: Marlborough & Margaret River

Some of the finest New World wines hail from this part of the world, including Marlborough’s enduringly popular sauvignon blanc. Combine this with the lush forests and wild flowers of Margaret River‘s wine country, or the wild farmland of Marlborough Sounds, and you won’t ever want to leave.

Wine glass at a vineyard in Marlborough, New Zealand

1) The Marlborough Lodge, New Zealand

Marlborough is New Zealand’s gourmet province, and this sumptuous retreat, nestled in a 16-acre country estate at the heart of the Marlborough wine region, is in the perfect location for exploring the surrounding vineyards. Dinner here showcases the best of local produce.

Heated pool at the Marlborough Lodge, New Zealand

2) Cape Lodge, Margaret River, Australia

Boutique wineries abound in this ruggedly beautiful coastal region, and Cape Lodge is snugly placed right in the middle of it. With spa treatments, scenic tours and a restaurant featuring seasonal, local and home-grown produce (complemented, of course, by an extensive wine list) this is the perfect spot for true indulgence.

Cape Lodge, Margaret River, Australia
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Europe: La Rioja, the Douro Valley & the Barolo region

The classic Old World wines of France, Spain, Italy and Portugal feature some of the most world-renowned names in the business. This is where history, culture, stunning scenery and, of course, taste explosions all collide with elegant sophistication.

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1) Hotel Marques de Riscal, La Rioja, Spain

This architecturally stunning hotel is home to a Michelin starred restaurant, Vinotherapy spa and design-focused indoor pool, and makes the perfect base from which to explore this world-renowned wine region. Visit in Autumn to experience the best of the grape harvest.

Hotel Marques de Riscal, Al Fresco Restaurant Terrace, La Rioja, Spain

2) Hotel Viura, La Rioja, Spain

Also in the La Rioja region, Hotel Viura is another design gem with bright, airy interiors, situated in the quaint little village of Villabuena de Alava. Enjoy exquisite tasting menus of Rioja and Basque cuisine, immerse yourself in the local viticulture as you tour local vineyards, and simply enjoy the natural beauty of the surrounding area.

Restaurant terrace at Hotel Viura, La Rioja, Spain

3) Six Senses, Douro Valley, Portugal

This stunningly renovated 19th century manor house combines heritage architecture with contemporary design features and modern luxury – not to mention fabulous views. Enjoy local seasonal produce, sample the Wine Library’s extensive (and stunning) vintages, and explore the fertile, wine-focused valley surrounding you.

Pool at Six Senses, Douro Valley, Portugal

4) Relais San Maurizio, Piedmont, Italy

Built on the site of a 400 year old monastery, this charming hotel is the pinnacle of elegant, polished luxury, with features ranging from ancient fireplaces to its jacuzzi-with-a-view (and what a view). San Maurizio is famed for its restaurant scene, so get stuck into some truly delectable Italian cuisine alongside some top-class Barolo wines.

Restaurant terrace, Relais San Maurizio, Pidemont, Italy

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