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Beautiful Bathtubs Around the World You Can Actually Visit
We’re on a sudsy mission to find the world’s best bathtub and we’re in need of your input. What are you into? Bathtubs in the Mexican jungle? Bathtubs overlooking the Scottish Highlands? Or are you more of the suds...
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We’re on a sudsy mission to find the world’s best bathtub and we’re in need of your input. What are you into? Bathtubs in the Mexican jungle? Bathtubs overlooking the Scottish Highlands? Or are you more of the suds in the city kinda bather? Whatever your bathtub goals, we’ve got you covered. All you need to bring along is a passport, a really comfy robe and your favorite bath bubbles and post-bath oils. Come along as we head to the tops of mountains and the bottoms of valleys to find the best in bathtub styles and vantage points.

Reporter: Alyssa Brown

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The Williamsburg Hotel

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Well hello, bathtub overlooking Manhattan. Why battle the sunset crowds on every rooftop in Williamsburg when you can be in a gorgeous suite overlooking the city skyline from the comfort of a bubble bath? Head on up to The Williamsburg Hotel and get sudsy.
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Caldera House

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What’s better than being cool? A hot, steamy bath overlooking the mountains, of course. This cozy getaway in Teton Village has giant en suite tubs where you can soak up the warmth after a big day on the slopes.
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Casa Adela

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    This private hilltop villa overlooks the mountain valley of San Miguel de Allende. The sprawling estate includes sleeping arrangements for up to 14 guests, and some of the suites offer XXL concrete tubs with gorgeous vantage points of the Sierra Nevada high desert plains.
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    Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle

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    Tucked away in the bamboo forests of Chiang Rai, this Thai resort has an outdoor spa that overlooks the grasslands. Book in for a massage, a body wrap and a solid hour of bathtub time overlooking the wildlife below.
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    The Silo Hotel

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    When you select your hotel room based on your bathtub view, South Africa’s The Silo Hotel in Cape Town is sure to be at the top of your list. Vantage options include Cape Town Harbor, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront or City Centre. Now all you need is to order the bubbly via room service.
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    Thalia Haven

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    Soak up the bathtub suds and Tasmania coastline views at Thalia Haven in Little Swanport. This gorgeous, secluded getaway offers luxury living for the adventurer who craves peace and quiet in an ancient stone cottage.
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    Aman Tokyo

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    Urban, cosmopolitan and somehow still completely serene, this Aman resort is home to 84 rooms and suites with sweeping views of Tokyo. Be sure to book a stay that has a bathtub, as these beauties overlook the whole stunning city scene.
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    Glen Oaks Big Sur

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    With its dramatic cliffs, golden sunsets and emerald waters, Big Sur’s coastline is nothing short of complete magic. In the middle of it all sits roadside boutique hotel Glen Oaks, where you can comfortably go for a steaming hot dip right outside your suite.
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    Viceroy Los Cabos

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    The Sea of Cortez proves a gorgeous backdrop to gaze at while you bathe in the soaking tub of your chosen guest room or residence at Viceroy Los Cabos. Here, you’ll be treated to luxurious bath products and a comfy robe to nuzzle into when you’re all done with your soak.
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    Two Bunch Palms

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      A 600-year-old natural spring is at the heart of this sprawling natural retreat just outside Palm Springs. At Two Bunch Palms, guests have access to bathe in teak-and-concrete soaking tubs that are set in the desert landscape, under towering palms. 
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      Vik Chile

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      Retreat. Wine. Spa. Bath. Repeat. That’s what’s on deck at Vik Chile in the Sexta Region. The views here span across 11,000 acres of vineyards with mountains and expansive skies as the backdrop.
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      Santa Clara 1728
      Lisbon, Portugal

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      Set in the old cultural quarter of beautiful, historic Lisbon, Santa Clara 1728 is a six-suite guesthouse that dates back to the 18th century. Inside you’ll find beautiful, minimalist and fully modernized rooms with stunning stone bathtubs that are sure to have you wanting to do an overhaul of your home bath as soon as you return home (if you return home, that is).
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      Lon Retreat and Spa
      Point Lonsdale, VIC, Australia

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      There’s a natural spring that runs under the farm at Lon Retreat and Spa, providing mineral water to the property’s heated pool and spa treatment rooms. And for guests staying in one of the 7 gorgeous suites, even the in-room soaking tubs are fed by the springs.
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      Coqui Coqui Mérida
      Mérida, Mexico

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      Opulence, decadence and a rich history make Mérida seem like it’s of another era. And so it makes perfect sense that at Coquí Coquí in Merida you’d find a couple of clawfoot bathtubs set side-by-side under a giant, drippy crystal chandelier and surrounded by marble, rich velvets and with an abundance of fragrances to adorn your body with.
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      The Calile Hotel
      Brisbane, QLD, Australia

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      A modern getaway for the stylish set, The Calile Hotel offers bright and beautiful rooms filled with pastel hues and colorful tiles. So, it only makes sense that there would be some gorgeous bathtubs thrown in the mix. Keep your eyes peeled for the suites with large soaking tubs overlooking the bright lights of the CBD.
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      Kandolhu Maldives
      North Ari Atoll, Maldives

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      You can take your bath as warm as you’d like from this perch above the Indian Ocean in the Maldives. Kandolhu is a stunning luxury resort that feels like a little slice of paradise, where each overwater bungalow has a bathtub with the best of the best ocean views.
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      Singita Kataza House
      Rwanda

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      This earthy, beautifully designed four-bedroom villa sits along the edge of Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda. Singita Kataza House includes a private wine cellar, house staff, a couple of heated pools and large stone bathtubs where you can soak as long as you’d like while gazing out at the gardens and lush green surrounds. 
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      Waitomo Hilltop Glamping
      Waitomo, New Zealand

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      The bathtub at Waitomo Hilltop Glamping looks out onto rolling hills of New Zealand farmland. Spend your day hiking and exploring the north island, scope out the glowworm caves of Waitomo and get back to base camp for an awesome sunset bath.
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      Azulik
      Tulum, Mexico

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      The Maya Spa at Azulik in Tulum practices ancient healing rituals under a canopy of jungle palms. Book into the beachfront villas and you’ll have a mosaic clad soaking tub overlooking the turquoise sea.
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      Awasi Patagonia
      Torres del Paine, Chile

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      Set between the vast forests, lakes and mountains of Patagonia, this luxury private reserve has a dozen villas to choose from. But since we’re all about incredible outdoor bathing experiences, it’s the two-bedroom master of villas with its outdoor hot tub that we’re crushing on.
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      Hotel Peter & Paul
      New Orleans, Louisiana

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      Before heading up to the clawfoot tub in your decadently southern suite at Hotel Peter & Paul, be sure to stop into The Elysian Bar downstairs for a libation. An old convent, church, rectory and school house set the elegant grounds of this New Orleans haunt.
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      Hotel Joaquin
      Laguna Beach, California

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      Pop on a record, order a glass of champagne and get the bubbles going in your gorgeous stone bathtub at Hotel Joaquin. This chill, stylish Laguna Beach hotel is very high on our design crush radar, and the Pacific views are unbeatable for bathtub lounging.
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      Boheme
      Mykonos, Greece

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      This small luxury hotel in the heart of Mykonos is cozy, stylish and all about encouraging your wellness routine. Follow up a yoga session in the gardens with a massage or a soak in your private outdoor Jacuzzi in the honeymoon or the bohemian suite overlooking the Aegean Sea.
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      Six Sense Zil Pasyon
      Seychelles

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      From the spacious residences with private pools to the top-notch yoga and wellness programs, an escape to this private island in the Seychelles is luxurious in every sense of the word. And, of course, the bathtubs meet and exceed expectations, set beside huge windows that look out to the glistening turquoise seas.
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      Joshua Tree Acres
      Joshua Tree, California

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      Tucked between the creosote bushes, rolling tumbleweeds and Joshua Trees of the stark Mojave Desert landscape is a clawfoot tub where you can soak in the sunset till your desert-lovin’ heart’s content. And when you’ve gotten all fresh, you can follow it up with an overnight in a vintage airstream at Joshua Tree Acres.

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