Gran Marbella Resort & Beach Club Review 2026 — Champneys Spa, Private Beach & Slow Luxury in Elviria

Gran Marbella Resort Swimming pool area

Gran Marbella Resort & Beach Club is the Costa del Sol’s clearest answer to the question of what a wellness-focused five-star looks like when it isn’t trying to compete with the Golden Mile. Spain’s first Champneys Spa, Garden Suites with private pool, direct access to Real de Zaragoza beach — Marbella’s quietest stretch — and the unhurried pace of an Iconic Luxury Hotels property. Reviewed 2026.

The Savoy London Review — Is It Still Worth It in 2026?

The Savoy Hotel London sign

The Savoy is London’s original luxury hotel—opened in 1889, reborn after a £220 million restoration, and still one of the city’s most iconic addresses. Based on a recent stay, this review covers the Edwardian and Art Deco rooms, Gordon Ramsay’s restaurants, the American Bar, the indoor pool, and whether it delivers on the price tag. 8.5/10.