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1 The Silo in Cape Town

Hovering atop Cape Town's Victoria & Alfred waterfront is the Heatherwick Studio-designed Silo Hotel, a striking monument located just six floors above the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art in Africa (the largest museum of contemporary African art in the world). While the exterior structure boasts industrial-style geometric steel-and-glass, its interiors are an explosion of color, pattern, and art. The Silo's owner, Liz Biden, chose to include a subterranean private art gallery—known as The Vault—in the basement of the hotel, which features bi-annual exhibitions. Designed to showcase both up-and-coming and established artists, the collection spotlights an incredible collection of contemporary African art.

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2 AZULIK in Tulum

Situated within the jungle of Tulum, Azulik is equal parts luxury hotel and sculptural masterpiece. The resort's maze-like design, constructed from hand-crafted wooden frames and thatched straw roofs, reconnects its guests with nature through a visually striking stay. While the hotel itself offers guests a glimpse into the architectural mastery of Tulum's Mayan craftsman—including a small gallery located on the hotel's property—Azulik is essential in funding SFER IK, the contemporary art museum built under the same leadership. Located just a short drive away from Azulik, SFER IK is comprised of visual art exhibitions, artisanal workshops, and artist residencies.

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3 The Rosewood Hong Kong

Practically every square inch of Rosewood Hong Kong—the crème de la crème of Hong Kong hotels—is oozing with glamorous grandeur. While one would be forgiven for being tempted to spend the whole trip inside their Tony Chi-designed guest rooms with floor-to-ceiling marble bathrooms and jaw-dropping views of the harbor's turquoise waters below, the hotel's fabulously curated art collection is well worth a leisurely peruse. Collection highlights include a ginormous Henry Moore sculpture that greets visitors right as they arrive up the hotel's winding, cobblestoned driveway and a life-size elephant by Indian artist Bharti Kerr situated near the flower shop off the lobby. The property also boasts an aptly named Butterfly Brasserie adorned in Damien Hirst's signature winged creations. Abstract paintings by American artist Joe Bradley are located near the elevators and colorful neighborhood paintings William Low (an artist Tony Chi personally commissioned for Rosewood Hong) can be found in every guest room.

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4 The Fife Arms in Scotland

This five-star hotel, situated in the foothills of the Scottish Highlands, is a bespoke getaway (also known as a "Victorian coaching inn") founded by two contemporary gallerists with a knack for antiques and fine art. Framed by dramatic mountain ranges and an idyllic landscape, The Fife Arms features over 16,000 antiques and 12,000 works of art, ranging from Pablo Picasso to Gerhard Richter, and even watercolor paintings by Queen Victoria and Prince Charles. In addition to the incredible variety of activities the hotel provides—including fishing, foraging, and golfing—guests can expect special art tours throughout the newly redesigned property.

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5 Kimpton Hotel Born In Denver

Located in Denver's oldest neighborhood, LoDo, the Kimpton Hotel Born offers luxury amenities with a modern alpine aesthetic. In addition to knotty pine walls and cozy fireplaces throughout the property, the hotel also features an extensive art collection of work by local artists. In conjunction with the Museum of Contemporary Art, 32 artists created original or limited-edition items commissioned exclusively for the hotel. One of the main attractions is the Joel Swanson installation, which lines the hotel entrance.

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6 21c Museum Hotels

Founded by two contemporary art collectors, 21c hotels are located in eight cities throughout the United States, from Cincinnati to Nashville. Each property is centered around a multi-venue contemporary art museum—with exhibition space free of charge to the public—which is attached to a boutique hotel and restaurant.

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7 Gladstone Hotel In Toronto

8 La Colombe d'Or In Saint-Paul-de-Vence, France

In 1920, La Colombe d'Or began as a café bar and later expanded to an inn of three rooms. The owner, who had a particular interest in the arts, would often offer a few meals or a stay in exchange for paintings, which soon covered the walls. Since then, the art collection has continued to grow, with the most recent installation completed by Irish artist Sean Scully for the swimming pool area.

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9 Anse Chastanet In Soufriere, St. Lucia

Many artists who have been inspired by the scenic beauty of St. Lucia have dedicated their art to Anse Chastanet, a resort surrounded by lush green hills and pristine waters. Guest rooms and public spaces in the hotel are decorated with original art by local artists, including vibrant murals, "sky ceilings" and wooden sculptures. Artwork is also available to buy if you, too, find yourself inspired.

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10 Chambers Hotel In New York City

Every floor of Manhattan's Chambers Hotel is marked by a specific installation with work by artists such as Sheila Pepe, John Waters, and Bob and Roberta Smith. Overall, the hotel is home to more than 500 original works of art in common areas and guest rooms.

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11 The Dolder Hotel In Zürich

Tucked away next to a forest and overlooking the streets of Zürich, The Dolder Grand is home to an impressive lineup of more than 100 artworks from big-name artists. Take, for example, Salvador Dali's "Femmes métamorphosées - Les sept arts," Fernando Botero's "Woman with fruit," and Henry Moore's "Three-Piece Reclining Figure: Draped." Other famous names represented at the Dolder Grand include Zaha Hadid and Joan Miró.

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12 The Cosmopolitan In Las Vegas

You likely think of The Cosmopolitan as a place to hit the slots, but you may want to pay a visit just to observe the art. The 3,005-room resort showcases a constantly-updated lineup of contemporary works on its grounds. In 2015, it partnered with Artspace to curate a collection for nearly 50 new luxury suites, featuring artists such as Julie Graham and Jessica Craig-Martin. The hotel even has six Art-o-mat machines, which dispense original artworks.

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13 Rome Cavalieri In Rome

Truly an art gallery to stay in, Rome Cavalieri by Waldorf Astoria is something of a museum with its collection of masters' paintings, rare tapestries, French period furniture, and fine sculptures. Artists featured throughout the hotel span the traditional to the contemporary, including Henri Vollet, Ennio Morlotti, Nicolas Tournier, Andy Warhol, and Victor Brauner. As you walk through the hotel, you'll also find marble and bronze columns and busts.

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14 La Fonda On The Plaza In Santa Fe

While La Fonda On the Plaza hotel is truly an art hotel with paintings from local and Native American artists, much of its artistry also shows in that intricate details that grace the historic bones of the hotel, including handcrafted glass tiles, beautiful wooden headboards and cabinets, and handmade chandeliers of tin, glass, and copper.

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15 The Conrad In New York City

When you first walk into The Conrad, you're greeted with a striking blue and purple Sol LeWitt painting, "Loopy Doopy (Blue and Purple)," that rises 13 stories high (it took 100 gallons of paint and 3,000 hours to complete). The hotel has also partnered with the Public Art Fund to feature rotating art exhibits in addition to its 2,000 works already on display in suites and public areas.

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16 Conrad In Indianapolis

Book one of the "Collection" suites at the Conrad Indianapolis, and wake up to some of the world's greatest artists. Hand-signed pieces by the likes of Salvador Dali, Pablo Picasso, William John Kennedy, and Andy Warhol, among others, adorn the walls of the four suites, each devoted to a different art genre – contemporary, surrealism, modernism, and pop art. Expertly curated furnishings from designers like Eero Saarinen and Jonathan Adler round out the experience. Another highlight: Guests are greeted by the elegant lines of sculptor Gino Miles' "Transition" as soon as they enter the suites' private lobby.

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