Picture snuggling up by a crackling fireplace in your luxurious hotel room, surrounded by jaw-dropping views and unparalleled comfort. Winter is coming, and if you’re anything like us and are looking for a cozy winter getaway then you’re in the right place. We’ve curated a guide to 10 comforting guest rooms perfect for the fall and winter seasons. At these charming properties, a vacation wrapped in elegant design, picturesque natural landscapes, and warmth awaits. 

1. Aman New York, New York, United States of America 

An urban oasis within the heritage Crown Building, Aman New York boasts a collection of upscale apartments and suites. Conceptualized by leading architect Jean-Michel Gathy, the property’s accommodations are among the largest in Manhattan and feature working fireplaces, sprawling bathrooms, and stylish interiors. While the hotel’s guest rooms are state-of-the-art, touches like the fireplaces bring extra comfort and romance. Pivoting doors with subdued lighting separate the living space and bedroom from the luxurious bathroom that houses oval soaking bathtubs and marble rain showers. Expansive windows frame the suites on 56th Street, while all others have floor-to-ceiling windows providing panoramic vistas of Fifth Avenue or 57th Street.

2. Guardianes del Bayo Cabañas & Spa, Argentina

​​Nestled in the beautiful Patagonian landscape, Guardianes del Bayo Cabañas & Spa is the perfect mountain retreat for those looking for a mix of luxury and nature. Its seven fireplace cabins are particularly noteworthy, offering a warm and welcoming ambiance in the winter season. Many of these country cabins offer stunning views of the verdant mountains, enabling visitors to enjoy the beauty of rural Argentina. The combination of homey cabins, beautiful views, and easy access to outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and skiing make for a truly distinctive experience. Additionally, the team at Guardianes del Bayo aims to provide their guests with a bespoke and attentive stay.

3. Mary Budden Estate, Uttarakhand, India 

Located inside the verdant Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary, the Mary Budden Estate is well-known for its quaint interiors, enchanting setting, and thoughtful service. The Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary is home to abundant wildlife, including leopards, tigers, elephants, and bears. The five-acre Mary Budden Estate offers three luxury cottages and lodges that feature logwood fireplaces, timber ceilings, stone patios, hand-picked antique furniture, and sweeping mountain vistas. In addition to unwinding in a hotel room with a fireplace, guests can go for hikes, and safaris and explore bird-watching trails with a local naturalist and guide. Moreover, this boutique homestay’s staff can set up private meals in various locations in the surrounding leafy forest or well-landscaped gardens.

4. Refuge de la Traye, Méribel, France

A serene retreat in the heart of the Alps, Refuge de la Traye in Méribel is a proud member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World. The property is located on a plateau, offering unobstructed vistas of the encompassing peaks and valleys. Refuge de la Traye’s guest chalets are particularly popular in the fall and winter months thanks to their rustic yet chic interiors, alpine setting, impeccable service, gourmet dining, and mountain adventures, which include skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing. The guest chalets are exquisitely decorated and feature wooden carvings, modern amenities, crackling fireplaces, and sumptuous furnishings.

5. The Sanctuary Beach Resort, California, United States of America 

The Sanctuary Beach Resort is situated amidst 19 acres of Pacific shoreline between the rolling hills of Carmel Valley and the Marina Dunes Preserve in California. The retreat aims to help guests pause and reconnect with their loved ones while steeped in surreal nature. Relaunched in June 2024, the scenic oceanfront hotel features 60 reimagined rooms and suites inside beachfront cottages designed by architecture firm FAROUKI FAROUKI, each fitted with a warm fireplace, a terrace framing the beachfront, wellness-enhancing rituals, plush furniture, and locally-crafted decor pieces and artworks.

6. SUJÁN Sher Bagh, Ranthambhore, India 

A ​​Relais & Châteaux property, Suján Sher Bagh is a 1920s-style safari camp set on the border of the Ranthambore National Park. It features 10 well-appointed tents and two tented suites adorned with a treasure trove of family heirlooms. The Royal ‘Sher’ Suite is ideal for those looking for privacy and seclusion. It is a double-bedroom suite, walled off from the camp with a private heated dip pool, an outdoor fireplace, and a deck with an open-air tree shower and bathtub. The Royal ‘Sher’ Suite is the ultimate romantic abode when it comes to a hotel room with a fireplace! 

7. The Resort at Pelican Hill, California, United States of America

The Resort at Pelican Hill is an Italian-inspired 504-acre luxury hotel in Newport Beach, California. The sprawling 332-room resort offers two luxurious accommodation options—bungalows and villas designed with the style and warmth of a Tuscan village. Ranging in size from 847 to 2,486 square feet, the aesthetically pleasing bungalows showcase a residential ambiance with comfortable furnishings, including hand-crafted wood-beam ceilings, fireplaces framed by Italian limestone, deep soaking marble tubs, inviting beds with 500-thread-count sheets, and private terraces with awe-inspiring ocean views.

8. Mihir Garh, Rajasthan, India 

Relais & Châteaux’s Mihir Garh is a boutique hotel located in the Thar Desert. The property features nine elegant suites, each with a private plunge pool and a well-manicured lawn. The retreat’s design is reminiscent of age-old Rajasthani fortresses. Visitors can enjoy sunset views from the comfort of their private suites, which house floor-to-ceiling windows and balconies that provide captivating vistas of the desert. Moreover, some of Mihir Garh’s suites are equipped with fireplaces crafted by local women using cow dung and environmentally sustainable materials. The fireplaces are decorated with delicate hand carvings, glitter, and mirror artwork, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration or camel safaris.

9. Anantara Villa Padierna Palace Benahavís Marbella Resort, Málaga, Spain

This award-winning resort, a former 18th-century palace, seamlessly marries historical charm with contemporary sophistication. The 125-key hotel boasts spacious guest rooms, suites, and pool villas. Once host to First Lady Michelle Obama, the property’s most regal villa features two bedrooms that occupy a floor each, and a spacious living room that features tasteful art pieces, a fireplace, and antique furniture. In addition, the villa houses a private pool overlooking the breathtaking natural landscapes. Guests can relax in their accommodations, explore the nearby historic towns of Marbella and Ronda, or indulge in a round of golf at one of the resort’s championship courses.

10. Twin Farms, Vermont, United States of America 

Twin Farms is encompassed by wildflower meadows, lush green forests, and pristine lakes as far as the eye can see. This Relais & Châteaux resort features 20 well-furnished cottages and suites, each meticulously conceptualized with a rustic design aesthetic and contemporary amenities. Indoor comfort takes the form of standalone bathtubs, Jacuzzis, and fireplaces. In the fall and winter, guests can enjoy snowshoeing, ice skating, and resting in an inviting hotel room with a fireplace.