Airy, classically elegant in the French colonial style and set in a garden estate. A serene atmosphere, high ceilings and white marble – at Amantaka even the location is cool. The hotel itself is the last word in quiet, understated visual elegance, boasting the suites and villas that feature typically tented beds and direct access to the tranquil courtyard; the grandest of them even have their own private pools. Famed for a top-notch service in a contemporary and tasteful setting – facilities include a spa, a fitness centre, a library and a boutique art