Specialty Coffee Arrives in Paradise - Trends in Luxury Resorts
From Las Vegas to Dubai, offering a well-curated coffee experience makes a significant difference at the high end of hospitality. Luxury resorts and 5 star hotels are increasingly positioning coffee as a signature amenity, recognising that outstanding coffee service is now a central marker of their commitment to comfort and luxury. This trend reveals how premium coffee has become integral to the definition of luxury hospitality.
Let’s explore a few luxury resorts around the world and delve into their coffee offerings. Each illustrates how thoughtful attention to detail distinguishes a five star hotel.
The Burj Al Arab, Dubai
Dubai’s iconic 210-meter luxury hotel, designed in the shape of a sail, has become a global symbol of luxury. Its 202 rooms across 56 floors are as luxurious as they get. With gold accents and exquisite tapestries, each suite becomes a one-of-a-kind home away from home.
The in-room amenities at the Burj Al Arab are equally impressive. The suites come with a coffee cabinet stocked with neatly arranged sugar, tea bags, and a range of coffee pods to use with the included coffee machine. Elegant cups and teapots complete the experience. Combined with an assortment of sweets and snacks, and a well-stocked minibar, and high-end toiletries, every suite in this palace-like hotel makes guests feel exquisitely cared for.
Gstaad Palace, Switzerland
Standing among the world’s most exclusive spa hotels, resorts, and luxury hotels, the Gstaad Palace dominates the alpine town of Gstaad, Switzerland. To call this ski resort and millionaire’s playground ‘luxurious’ would be an understatement. Champagne flows freely within the walls of this storybook château-like retreat.
The palace’s cosy rooms are fitted with handcrafted wooden furniture, with thoughtful amenities tucked into every corner. Guests can indulge in local baked sweets, nuts, and chocolates from the snack bar, while the mini bar ranges from soft drinks to fine Champagne.
Though some amenities carry an additional cost, the in-room coffee machine is complimentary. The coffee capsule system, complete with an assortment of blends, is a treasured treat for skiers returning from the snowy peaks.
Circa, Las Vegas
With 618 rooms, Circa is a relative newcomer to the Las Vegas hotel scene. The adults-only resort is more than just a bustling casino; it’s also a stylish retreat where guests can unwind and enjoy themselves. Besides six bars, lounges, and multiple restaurants, the suites provide high rollers with every comfort they could ask for.
Room amenities at Circa include multiple TVs, a private bar, several seating areas, and, of course, slippers, towels, and robes. What guests won’t find, however, is a self-serve in-room coffee station. Instead, Circa features Jack Pots, a 24-hour café dedicated to micro-lot coffees, roasted in small batches — complete with its own signature house blend. Guests can enjoy their coffee at the café or order it through a sophisticated room service accessed through multiple tablets in the rooms.
Adding Comfort, Excitement, and Aroma to Hospitality
Coffee service, in one form or another, has become a hallmark of the world’s most luxurious hotels and resorts. From Las Vegas to Switzerland and Dubai, leading hotels place careful attention on their amenity programs - with coffee often taking center stage.
Naturally, these standards have influenced the broader hospitality industry. Even the most modest bed-and-breakfasts or inns now typically include complimentary coffee. The difference lies in the brew’s quality, which often mirrors the property’s level of luxury. Still, no matter the setting, a good cup of coffee is always a welcome comfort for travelers.
Aware of this, a rising number of Food & Beverage Directors are choosing Hayman to charm guests and to stand out from the competition. This is the reason why our specialty coffee can be found in the rooms, restaurants, and bars, of many of the best hotels in the world.
