Hotel Unique

The hotel is the darling of artists, designers, and other creative types, but also draws a steady flow of foreign and Brazilian guests who come for the chic surroundings and excellent service.

Don't dwell too long on the uncommon structure of this Ruy Ohtake-designed digs in São Paulo's refined Jardim Paulista neighborhood; this vaguely Jetsonian spot is still very much a luxury hotel.

Sao Paulo's space-age sanctum is super sleek, from the staff to the architecture: a real design pin-up for Brazil with a rooftop bar that's at the heart of the local scene.

Far from being gimmicky, however, the luxury hotel strikes a balance between stylish and eccentric.

Living up to its name, the modernist Hotel Unique is truly one of a kind. The Oasis Suite features bold modern design, two queen beds and a private terrace overlooking the city. Havaianas slippers introduce a touch of local flavor.