From a Palermo Palazzo to a Converted New Orleans Church, Where to Stay in The Infatuation's Favorite Food Cities

At The Infatuation, we spend the majority of our time eating at, and writing about, restaurants. We have writers and editors across the country and around the world who dine out almost every day and review the restaurants in their cities: the good, the bad and the highly entertaining. And even when we need a vacation, we tend to travel wherever has the best food. 

Fortunately, there are incredible places to stay in our favorite food cities around the world. Some of these properties even offer special culinary experiences, like the cooking classes and winery tours available through Villa Igiea in Palermo, Italy. Others serve a really great breakfast, or make a fantastic cocktail. Either way, expect an especially delicious stay. (Photo courtesy of Shangri-La Paris.) 

Villa Igiea, a Rocco Forte Hotel (Palermo, Italy)
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Palermo is a chaotic city. And while that’s part of its charm, you definitely don’t need to stay in the thick of it. Villa Igiea—a 19th-century palazzo that’s roughly a 15-minute shuttle ride from the center of town—is a great respite from the crowds, but convenient enough to reach Palermo’s best restaurants and markets, which you should definitely visit for some Sicilian pan pizza and arancini. You can also book food-related activities and experiences through the hotel, like cooking classes, street-food tours and a day trip to a few Marsala wineries. — Tiffany Yannetta, Director, Expansion Content & Business Strategy

Shangri-La Paris (Paris)
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This former residence of Prince Roland Bonaparte in Paris has 100 rooms, terraces with Eiffel Tower views and a signature scent that’s almost edible. Shangri-La’s Asian roots are on display throughout the property, but especially at the two fine-dining restaurants: La Bauhinia has French and international dishes, while Shang Palace spotlights southeastern Chinese specialties, including dim sum and barbecue. In the lobby, Le Bar Botaniste serves botanical-based cocktails, which can fuel the five-minute walk to the Musée d’Art Moderne de Paris or the Palais de Tokyo. — Kym Allison Backer, Editorial Director

Condesa DF, Mexico City, a Member of Design Hotels (Mexico City)
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Here’s the thing about Mexico City: It has more museums than just about anywhere else in the world. Also, there’s something really special to eat on almost every block. So if you’re doing your trip right, you probably won’t be spending too much time at your hotel. That’s why we like Condesa DF. It’s right on the edge of the Condesa neighborhood near Roma Norte—perfect for a quick walk to a great taco or tasting menu. Plus, it’s design-forward, with a bright atrium-style patio and comfortable rooms without any unnecessary frills. — Arden Shore, Editor in Chief

Hotel Peter & Paul (New Orleans)

This converted church and schoolhouse is a short walk from Frenchmen Street, where you can find incredible live music and some of the most fun bars in New Orleans. But if it’s great food you’re after, you don’t even have to leave the property. Locals will tell you that The Elysian Bar, the hotel’s bar and restaurant housed in a 150-year-old rectory, makes some of the best cocktails in town (including a mean Sazerac), and their roasted Gulf shrimp might be one of the most memorable bites of the trip. — Ryan Pfeffer, Miami Senior Editor

Marco Polo Ortigas, Manila (Manila, Philippines)

The gorgeous pool, excellent breakfast buffet and views of the Rizal mountains are reasons enough to stay at this hotel. Yet another? Vu’s Sky Bar and Lounge on the 45th floor. There’s live music, but your attention will be on the glittering skyline and stream of headlights coming down the city’s highways. The restaurants and bars in Makati are also a quick cab ride away, so don’t miss the chance to sample the Philippines’ diverse cuisine, including dishes like lechon, torta and halo-halo (a dessert of mixed fruit, beans, shaved ice and ice cream).  — Gabe Bergado, Staff Editor

G-Rough, Rome, a Member of Design Hotels (Rome)

This 10-room boutique hotel makes you feel like you just signed a lease for a cute little Roman apartment. Despite its size, the rooms are spacious (and have very comfy chairs), and the overall property strikes the perfect balance between modern and old—most of the wood beams from the original building are still intact. The lobby bar opens right out onto the street, where it’s always a party at night. Plus, the hotel is just a five-minute walk to the Pantheon and great focaccia (and more) in Campo de’ Fiori. — Carlo Mantuano, Senior Editor

The Breakers (Palm Beach, Florida)

You can’t talk about Palm Beach without mentioning The Breakers. The century-old, Mediterranean-style beach palace has four oceanfront pools, 10 tennis courts, Florida’s oldest golf course and, most importantly, 10 restaurants. Don’t miss the Sunday brunch, which includes a buffet of seasonal stone crabs, caviar, lamb chops and eggs Benedict you can enjoy while sitting under a sunlit dome. Afterward, bike around the island—or never leave the property. Some folks of means love The Breakers so much, they actually live there. — Virginia Otazo, Miami Staff Writer