One&Only’s portfolio of ultra-luxury escapes reaches out to new horizons
From the Maldives to Mexico, One&Only’s resorts and private homes around the world offer exceptional stays in idyllic locations, soon to include a first USA property, designed by Olson Kundig
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The One&Only group has long been a pioneer in resort design and luxury travel. Created in 2002 by South African hotelier and entrepreneur Sol Kerzner, it was born of an original and independent spirit, and has been raising the bar for resort experiences around the world for over 20 years.
Back in 2005, One&Only Reethi Rah in the Maldives, the company’s first purpose-built property, redefined hospitality in the Indian Ocean, changing the perception of the Maldives from a hub for scuba divers to a gold standard-setting destination for ultra-luxury travellers.
Deck view from the Eran Bungalow – Seafront suite at One&Only Aesthesis, Greece
Bringing the best of each destination to life – with curated cultural experiences, award-winning dining from the world’s best chefs, and revitalising spas that harness ancient healing rituals and cutting-edge techniques – One&Only’s expansion has continued apace.
One&Only now redefining city and alpine escapes
One&Only One Za’abeel in Dubai
View from guest room at One&Only One Za’abeel
Now, the brand is setting new benchmarks for ultra-luxury stays in urban and alpine destinations. One&Only’s first city experience, the Nikken Sekkei-designed One&Only One Za’abeel in Dubai, opened earlier this year and a first foray into the ski fields – and the United States – One&Only Moonlight Basin will welcome guests to the spectacular landscape of Big Sky, Montana, in 2025.
One&Only Moonlight Basin, USA, designed by Olson Kundig
One&Only Moonlight Basin
Designed by architect Tom Kundig of Seattle-based practice Olson Kundig, the One&Only Moonlight Basin, Montana resort promises to be deeply in tune with its surroundings, prioritising space and seclusion – with 360-degree views of Lone Peak and Spanish Peaks – and using local materials where possible.
‘To come into a landscape like this is almost like an invitation to a sacred situation, where it’s beautiful the way it is,’ says Kundig. ‘How do you make an architecture that actually unfolds itself into that landscape, but also doesn’t detract from that landscape? I could not imagine a higher honour at this point in my career, to help create a place like this with clients who are sensitive to maintaining the spirit of a landscape and the spirit of a local culture.’
View from a one-bedroom villa at One&Only Kéa Island, Greece
A one-bedroom villa at One&Only Kéa Island
One&Only also brings its exceptional design, personalised service and ultra-luxury amenities to the residential space, with One&Only Private Homes now available to purchase in Montana, as well as at a number of the brand’s other locations – Kéa Island in Greece, Portonovi in Montenegro, Le Saint Géran in Mauritius, and Mandarina in Mexico – with access to a One&Only resort right on their doorstep.
Dubai’s skyline seen from One&Only Royal Mirage’s beach
A view from One&Only Cape Town, South Africa
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Simon Mills is a journalist, writer, editor, author and brand consultant who has worked with magazines, newspapers and contract publishing for more than 25 years. He is the Bespoke editor at Wallpaper* magazine.
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