You’re Welcome

LGBTQ+ welcoming hotels

Right where you belong

As we take pride in being ‘independently spirited’ and ‘staying small’, we take great care to understand each and every one of our guests personally, as individuals and celebrating them for who they are – especially those from the LGBTQ+ community. People are at the very heart of all our hotels, which is why we understand the importance of inclusivity, authenticity and meaningful connection. We are committed to curating safe, welcoming spaces across our hotels worldwide, where your individuality is celebrated and you can feel confident being your authentic self – free to focus on what truly matters: experiencing the wonder and genuine joy of travel.

True luxury begins with a culture of inclusivity

Ultimately, our vision is simple. To create a world of intimate, beautiful hotels where everyone feels seen, celebrated and free to experience the joy of travel – exactly as they are. We stand for fairness and equity. Decisions around employment, opportunity and progression are made on merit, integrity and what is right. Our commitment to inclusion extends across borders and cultures. While we always respect local laws and customs, our values are global. In destinations where legal protections for LGBTQIA2S+ people may be limited, we are clear about what we believe in: equal dignity, equal respect and equal care for our guests and our people. Our hotels strive to be safe spaces — places where you can be your authentic self, without compromise.

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Hospitality Without Boundaries

We believe that hospitality starts and ends with people. This belief shapes how we and our hotels hire, how we partner, how we serve and how we care. Every member of the SLH family plays a vital role in creating experiences that are thoughtful, personal and inclusive. We are committed to nurturing environments where everyone can realise their full potential, free from discrimination, bias or fear. We celebrate the rich diversity of people, cultures, identities and experiences that make our world – and our hotels – extraordinary. From our independently spirited hoteliers to the guests who travel with curiosity and confidence, we believe everyone deserves to feel welcomed, respected and valued for who they are.

Meet our inclusive travel expert

Uwern Jong is Experientialist®-in-Chief of OutThere, the multi-award-winning luxury and experiential travel media brand rooted in values of diversity, discovery and discernment. A storyteller at heart and strategist by trade, he shares his insights of what exactly makes a hotel authentically inclusive and resonate with today’s culturally curious, affluent and ever-diverse traveller.

Join the LGBTQ+ friendly hotel collection

We’re looking for hotels that go the distance to welcome guests from the LGBTQ+. If you’re an inclusive hotelier, or know of a hotel that’s leading the way when it comes to welcoming guests from all backgrounds, nominate them to join the SLH LGBTQ+ friendly collection using the link below.