You know how the experience of browsing the carefully curated shelves of a local boutique is a much more pleasant experience than shopping in a massive big-box store? Hotel stays are often the same way. Some of my favorite stays have been in boutique hotels with an intimate atmosphere and a distinct, personality-infused style. Related:…

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Small Hotels of the World just welcomed its newest member — and Hilton Honors loyalists can rejoice. Casona Roma Norte, a Michelin-recognized member of Mexico City’s boutique hotel scene, has joined the growing list of points hotels that go far beyond the cookie-cutter offerings. Here’s what you need to know to book a stay at…

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