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Sebastian Schoellgen

Managing Director & Founder

London, United Kingdom

A keen traveller from a young age, Sebastian grew up exploring new places and developing an encyclopaedic knowledge of the best destinations and insider tips. After pursuing his love of travel and working in major hotel chains such as the Ritz Carlton and Rocco Forte, Sebastian decided to share his in-depth knowledge and created 84 Rooms.

Aiming to bring smaller, privately run and lesser-known hotels to the forefront, 84 Rooms not only enables people to book recommended rooms from the range of curated hotels and properties available, it advises them on the best time of year to visit, the best rooms, and the best activities and places to eat. Such has been the success of 84 Rooms the platform has produced a number of coffee table books in cooperation with the renowned teNeues Publishing Group and Phaidon Press to showcase a hand-picked collection of luxury boutique hotels in the most desirable destinations.

Articles by Sebastian Schoellgen

An Insider Guide To London’s Notting Hill, Kensington And Holland Park
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An Insider Guide To London’s Notting Hill, Kensington And Holland Park

84 Rooms founder Sebastian Schoellgen shares his insider’s guide to one of London’s most charming neighborhoods in the west of the city, from his favorite morning coffee spots to antique haunts.

By Sebastian Schoellgen

A Guide To Hydra
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A Guide To Hydra

Where to eat, stay, and play on Greece’s most stunning island.

By Sebastian Schoellgen

The Secret Stretch Of The Italian Riviera To Visit Now
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The Secret Stretch Of The Italian Riviera To Visit Now

84 Rooms founder Sebastian Schoellgen takes you on a grand tour of the quieter side of the Ligurian coast, from the French border to Genoa.

By Sebastian Schoellgen

Seven Scenic Train Journeys For 2025
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Seven Scenic Train Journeys For 2025

We have selected the routes to make your getaway as much about the journey as the destination. Expect village-hopping in the Italian Riviera, two-day European odysseys, and round-trips through Napa Valley's wineries. Full steam ahead.

By Sebastian Schoellgen

The 10 Best Swiss Ski Resorts To Visit This Winter
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The 10 Best Swiss Ski Resorts To Visit This Winter

Switzerland is a mountain lover’s paradise, with spectacular summits and fairytale scenery, ritzy resorts and grande dame hotels, pristine lakes, and epic pistes for skiers. As hotels in the Alps get ready for the new winter season, we share our favorite Swiss ski resorts, alongside the hotels, chalets, restaurants, and activities to bookmark.

By Sebastian Schoellgen

How To Spend A Weekend In Lake Garda
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How To Spend A Weekend In Lake Garda

A pocket guide to one of our favourite Italian lakes.

By Sebastian Schoellgen

An Insider Guide To The Swiss Alps In Summer
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An Insider Guide To The Swiss Alps In Summer

84 Founder Sebastian Schoellgen gives you six reasons why the Swiss Alps, his home from home, should be top of your list.

By Sebastian Schoellgen

An Insider’s Guide To Gstaad
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An Insider’s Guide To Gstaad

In the Bernese Mountains lies glitzy Gstaad, beloved of the European jet set and packed with swanky boutiques and grand old hotels. Originally a winter resort, Gstaad attracts about half of its visitors in the summer. At 1,000 meters or 3,280 feet, above sea level, the idyllic mountain town is worth visiting every season. 84 Rooms founder Sebastian Schoellgen has been living in the area for many years. Here he shares his latest discoveries and why you should visit this winter season.

By Sebastian Schoellgen

The 84 Rooms Guide To Zermatt
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The 84 Rooms Guide To Zermatt

From the best hotels to where to lunch on the mountains, we get the inside scoop from the super-smart Swiss ski resort.

By Sebastian Schoellgen

Alpine News From February 16th
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Alpine News From February 16th

A weekly new edition to the 84 Rooms newsletter during the winter season. Our top 5 of the week from hotel openings, product collaborations, recipes, pop-ups, snow reports, and more. Everything you need to know in The Alps is all curated in the 84 Rooms lens.

By Sebastian Schoellgen

Alpine News From February 8th
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Alpine News From February 8th

Alpine News is a weekly new edition to the 84 Rooms newsletter during winter season. Our top 6 of the week from hotel openings, product collaborations, recipes, pop-ups, snow reports, and more. Everything you need to know in The Alps, all curated in the 84 Rooms lens.

By Sebastian Schoellgen

The Best Hotel Lobbies In the Alps
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The Best Hotel Lobbies In the Alps

For socializing, working, drinks with friends, or a late-night rendezvous.

By Sebastian Schoellgen

The Voyager With Racil Chalhoub
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The Voyager With Racil Chalhoub

For our new series The Voyager, we talk to global tastemakers about their travel plans for the coming year. Last week we sat down with Racil Chalhoub. The fashion designer and London resident tells us which destination impressed her most in 2022 and her perfect Sunday at home.

By Sebastian Schoellgen

An Insider’s Guide To Aspen
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An Insider’s Guide To Aspen

The best places to stay, and where to eat, drink, and play in the chic Colorado resort.

By Sebastian Schoellgen

The 10 Best Wineries To Visit This Fall
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The 10 Best Wineries To Visit This Fall

From Napa Valley to Portugal via England’s East Sussex, our founder Sebastian Schoellgen handpicks the wineries to bookmark this year. All Vivino-approved, this is the Who’s Who of biodynamic and organic wines…

By Sebastian Schoellgen

The Voyager With Michael Grosman
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The Voyager With Michael Grosman

For our new series The Voyager, we talk to global tastemakers about their travel plans for the coming year. Last week we caught up with Michael Grosman, owner of Paris-based restaurant, Les Enfants Du Marché, and avid traveler.

By Sebastian Schoellgen

Where To Eat, Play, And Stay In Stockholm
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Where To Eat, Play, And Stay In Stockholm

The Scandi capital is one of Europe's prettiest towns. Take a look on the many things to see and explore this summer.

By Sebastian Schoellgen

An Insider's Guide To México City
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An Insider's Guide To México City

Where to stay, what to see, and most importantly where to eat in the foodie capital of the world, CDMX.

By Sebastian Schoellgen

The Voyager With Johannes Huebl
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The Voyager With Johannes Huebl

For our new series The Voyager, we talk to global tastemakers about their travel plans for the coming year. Last week we sat down with Johannes Huebl, Model and traveler.

By Sebastian Schoellgen

Riding The Iconic Cresta Run
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Riding The Iconic Cresta Run

Around the world, there are about 14 bob runs, the oldest (and only one made of natural ice) being in St Moritz, and two natural ice luge runs. There is only one Cresta Run. It is unique and it remains one of the last truly amateur sports.

By Sebastian Schoellgen

Our Guide To The Isles of Scilly
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Our Guide To The Isles of Scilly

Sparkling turquoise waters & laid-back island vibe. No, this isn't the Caribbean nor the Mediterranean. Introducing the subtropical Isles of Scilly, this summer’s coolest beach destination.

By Sebastian Schoellgen