Berlin, Germany.
Sofitel Vienna Stephansdom, Vienna, Austria
Some hotels are merely a place to sleep, while others have loftier ambitions. The recently announced winners of the European Hotel Design Awards reveal the most beautifully designed, from rooms to bars, restaurants to lobbies. Even the humble bathroom gets a chance to shine.
Winner
Architecture of the year: New build category
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