Discover Quiet Luxury through Off-Peak Travels
- 03 September 2025
Discover Quiet Luxury through Off-Peak Travels
As we say farewell to summer , Europe welcomes a quieter, cooler shoulder season, an ideal time to explore iconic destinations at their most intimate. From storied city landmarks to secluded coastal escapes, The Luxury Group by Marriott International presents a curated collection of hotels offering indulgence, heritage, and a slower pace, perfect for travellers seeking a deeper connection and memorable stories worth retelling.
Vienna, Austria – Hotel Imperial, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Vienna
Vienna in autumn is a symphony of culture, elegance, and seasonal charm. At Hotel Imperial, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Vienna, once a private palace of Duke Philipp of Württemberg, guests are welcomed into a world of regal refinement, where jewel-toned silk walls, marble bathrooms, and sparkling chandeliers evoke 19th-century grandeur. Located on the grand Ring Boulevard encircling Vienna's historic centre, the hotel offers front-row access to Vienna’s opera houses, galleries, and grand cafés. With impeccable concierge and butler service, as well as award-winning dining at OPUS Restaurant and Café Imperial Wien, a stay at the hotel is a celebration of timeless luxury, music, and memory.
Rates from €525 per room, per night. For more information, please visit www.marriott.com
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Crete, Greece – JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa
Crete’s quieter months exudes a deeper kind of luxury, offering space to breathe and time to reconnect. Nestled along the coastline of Marathi near Chania, JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa spans 100 serene acres and features 160 elegantly appointed guestrooms, suites, and villas, many with private pools and sweeping views of the Aegean Sea. Guests can enjoy open-fire Cretan cuisine at ANOEE, fresh produce from the JW Garden, and bespoke cocktails by Line Athens. Wellness is central to the experience, with the ANOSEAS Spa, yoga deck, and panoramic pools offering space for renewal.
Rates from €302 per room, per night. The resort will close for the 2025 season on October 31st and reopen in April 2026. For more information, visit www.marriott.com
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Edinburgh, Scotland – The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh
In the shoulder season, Edinburgh reveals its quiet grandeur in every cobbled street and neoclassical silhouette. Set in a landmark on St. Andrew Square, The Edinburgh Grand recently joined The Luxury Collection to offer an urban retreat blending historic grandeur with modern elegance. Once the Royal Bank of Scotland’s Headquarters, the building now houses one- to three-bedroom suites with full kitchens, ideal for extended stays. Guests enjoy artisanal welcome treats, whisky nightcaps, and tartan pyjamas for children, plus refined dining at The Register Club, Lady Libertine, and Hawksmoor.
Rates from £460 per room, per night. For more information, please visit www.marriott.com
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Prague, Czech Republic – W Prague
As autumn’s arrival, Prague’s storybook charm takes on a richer allure. Opened late last year, W Prague marked the brand’s entry into the Czech Republic, revitalising the iconic Grand Hotel Evropa with a bold blend of Art Nouveau heritage and avant-garde design. Located on Wenceslas Square, a bustling cultural hub in Prague's New Town, W Prague features 161 stylish guestrooms and suites, including the WOW Bohemia Duplex. Transforming the city’s culinary scene, the hotel features a prestigious line-up of dining destinations, including Le Petit Beefbar at Grand Café, W Lounge, Above Rooftop, and the hidden speakeasy Minus One.
Rates from €264 per room, per night. For more information, visit www.marriott.com
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London, England – JW Marriott Grosvenor House London
London in autumn settles into a slower season ideal for gallery visits, riverside strolls, and afternoon tea in historic gems. Nestled on Park Lane in the heart of Mayfair, JW Marriott Grosvenor House London, the former estate of the Dukes of Westminster, blends nearly a century of luxury hospitality with aristocratic heritage. Overlooking Hyde Park, guests can savour prime cuts at JW Steakhouse, enjoy award-winning Afternoon Tea in the Park Room or retreat to The Bourbon Bar, home to over 500 rare, single-batch bourbons.
Rates from £384 per room, per night. For more information, visit www.marriott.com
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Madrid, Spain | The Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Madrid
Madrid’s off-peak season brings a softer rhythm to the city’s vibrant streets, perfect for slow strolls, gallery visits, and lingering tapas lunches. Originally commissioned by King Alfonso XIII in 1912, The Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Madrid, has been beautifully restored to blend Belle Époque grandeur with contemporary sophistication. Located in the heart of Barrio de las Letras, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the hotel features 470 elegant guestrooms and suites, a carefully refurbished stained-glass dome, and interiors inspired by past guests like Picasso and Hemingway. Guests can enjoy exclusive cultural experiences, refined dining at La Cúpula, and cocktails at the literary inspired 27 Club.
Rates from €419 per room, per night. For more information visit www.marriott.com
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Berlin, Germany – The Ritz-Carlton, Berlin
Autumn in Berlin is a season of quiet charm, perfect for slow travel. Nestled in the heart of Potsdamer Platz, The Ritz-Carlton, Berlin blends timeless elegance with modern sophistication, making it the perfect base for city exploration. As the leaves turn, guests can enjoy the city’s rich cultural tapestry, from world-class museums and historic landmarks to the vibrant art and culinary scenes. Inside the hotel, refined interiors inspired by Art Deco design, personalised service, and curated experiences ranging from a celebrated Champagne Brunch in the elegant POTS restaurant to revitalising treatments at the spa, offering a sanctuary of calm.
Rates from €314 per room, per night. For more information visit www.marriott.com
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