Located in the well-heeled residential area of Jardins in São Paulo, Hotel Unique is a must for savvy architecture fans and well-traveled urbanites alike. The spacey, green-weathered copper that adorns the facade stretches across the building's unusual shape, a massive inverted arch with circular windows like over-sized portholes. In guestrooms, unusual accessories from around the globe add to the ultra-cool feel, which is accented by the staff's coolly impeccable service. Upstairs, what is perhaps São Paulo's finest rooftop terrace offers amazing views of the city: that is, if guests can take their eyes off the fascinating crimson swimming pool that runs along its edge.

Constructed by Ruy Ohtake, the visually stunning Hotel Unique is a reference in modern architecture and originality. The public spaces are toweringly high, geometrically aligned, and carefully choreographed, like in Unique?s lounging lobby. Contemporary design from João Armentano mixes modern amenities and maximum comfort, all wrapped up in a sleek package.