What It Is
Chic Retreats is a London-based specialist OTA that curates a handpicked collection of boutique hotels, luxury villas, design apartments, and restaurants with rooms from around the world. The platform focuses exclusively on independently owned, preferably owner-managed properties that offer a distinctive, personalised guest experience — ranging from intimate B&Bs to design-led boutique hotels, with rates starting from £75 per night.
Who It Serves and How to Connect
Chic Retreats targets independent travellers aged 25 and upward who prioritise character, authenticity, and personal service over branded hotel chains. For accommodation providers, the platform operates a curated partner programme accessible via partner.chicretreats.com. Properties that meet the editorial standards — owner-managed, design-conscious, and offering unique 'Chic Treats' guest perks — can apply to join the collection. Listed properties gain exposure to an international audience of boutique-travel enthusiasts.
Notable Specialty
Unlike volume-driven OTAs, Chic Retreats positions itself as a quality-led curation platform. Its editorial approach means each listed property is showcased as a destination in its own right rather than competing purely on price. This makes it particularly valuable for boutique and lifestyle properties seeking visibility among high-intent travellers who are unlikely to discover them on mainstream OTAs.