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Looking to turn your home into a five-star escape without the hefty price tag? These luxury hotel-inspired candles are your ticket to a sophisticated, inviting atmosphere.
Some are even from actual luxury hotels, while others capture that high-end essence. Expect fragrances that evoke feelings of elegance and indulgence—perfect for creating a rich, welcoming vibe.
From airy coastal notes to deep, woody fragrances reminiscent of exclusive hotel lobbies, this curated list is all about making your home feel like a resort. NEST collaborated with The White Lotus tobring scents that elevate your space with a truly opulent ambiance.
In this guide, I’ll also share which candles come directly from luxury properties like The Ritz-Carlton and EDITION, along with why shoppers say these scents perfectly recreate the high-end hotel experience at home.
Get ready to bask in the luxury.
Lulu Candles- Jasmine, Oud & Sandalwood
Envelope your space in the elegant fusion of jasmine, oud, and sandalwood, a rich and velvety scent that feels straight out of a high-end hotel lobby.
Shoppers Say: “This is the best scented candle. Beautiful, luxury hotel vibe. Strong. Really is best candle ever. Great value.”
“This scent is almost identical to the scent wafting through the lobby of a memorable hotel I stayed at in Singapore. I love it so much, I have it on subscription!”
“The fragrance is indescribable. It smells ‘expensive’ like major hotel’s spa. And now I have it in my own home! Soooooo good!!!”
Apotheke Luxury Scented Candle- Charcoal
Immerse yourself in the deep, smoky warmth of this candle, where the rich blend of cedarwood, sandalwood, amber, and oud creates a sophisticated, hotel-inspired atmosphere that feels both intimate and luxurious.
Shoppers Say: “This one actually has a nice scent to it you wont find anywhere. Doesn’t smell cheap. If I can describe it, It has a hint of woodsy but classy department store fragrant to it. I remember walking into a really trendy hotel and noticed how nice it smells in there. This smells the closest to it.”
“The scent is amazing, exactly what I was looking for- nothing floral or too feminine, I hate those overly sweet, floral scents and prefer the more masculine ones like charcoal, cedar, sandalwood, leather and tobacco. It kinda reminds me of a boutique hotel lobby smell. Now, the other great thing about this candle is that it actually spreads out in the room, not just when you’re inches away from it.”
Hotel Collection Cabana Scented Candle
Channel the breezy elegance of The Ritz-Carlton with a fresh blend of bergamot, jasmine, and marine notes, grounded by warm amber and musk for a scent that feels like a luxury oceanfront escape.
Shoppers Say: “This candle smells awesome!!! We feel like we are on vacation every time we light it. It smells just like a Ritz Carlton hotel… Love it!!!”
“Definitely Ritz Carlton scent! In love with this scent. I have tried others but keep coming back to this one!”
“This candle is my secret weapon for creating a cozy atmosphere on rainy days.”
Hotel Lobby Signature Candle
Step into the scent of a five-star escape with the rich, smoky blend of agarwood, vetiver, and amber, wrapped in soft cedar and white musk for an effortlessly elegant, hotel-worthy ambiance.
Shoppers Say: “Hotel lobby candles smell AMAZING! I love the original and Paris. Smells like you just stepped into a hotel you know is gonna have the best service and amenities and you’ll sleep like a baby. Fresh, luxurious and impresses all guests. Love so much.”
“Smells fantastic – truly feels like you’re in a high-end hotel.”
“So luxurious, makes the house smell like a chic hotel!“
White Barn Bergamot Waters
Transport yourself to a luxurious lakeside retreat with this candle, blending refreshing bergamot, airy blue waters, and soothing sandalwood for a hotel-inspired vibe right at home.
Shoppers Say: “Best scent at BBW. It literally smells like a luxury hotel. It’s fresh and crisp.”
Apotheke Luxury Scented Candle- White Vetiver
Wrap your space in the understated luxury of cashmere, eucalyptus, and lilac, layered with earthy vetiver and warm sandalwood for a scent that feels effortlessly upscale and hotel-worthy.
Shoppers Say: “I was first introduced to this candle when walking into the lobby of a boutique hotel in NYC. After our third visit, I finally asked the front desk what they were using to get such a fabulous aroma and they directed me to this product! Now my home is filled with the White Velvet Signature Scent. It’s lovely.”
“This candle burns so slow and clean and the scent is like a luxury hotel. Very calming, clean, and just so good!!!”
M&Sense Jasmine Garland Scented Natural Soy Wax Candle
Surround yourself with the crisp elegance of hyacinth, jasmine, and orange flower, balanced by soft vanilla and musk for a scent that feels as fresh and refined as a luxury hotel stay.
Shoppers Say: “Very boujee. Smells amazing like an expensive hotel, fresh clean sheets, sandal wood and almond extract. Burns nicely and fills a room with scent within 20 minutes. Only downfall is the price; i just don’t like spending tons of money on a candle that will run out.”
“I adore the scent! It smells similar to a boutique hotel I stayed in years ago. When I finished the candle, I repurchased from Sephora. Have repurchased twice and will continue until the end of time.”
Salt & Stone Santal & Vetiver Candle
Sink into the warm, grounding embrace of sandalwood, amber, and vetiver, a rich and smoky blend that captures the quiet luxury of an upscale hotel lounge.
Summer House star PaigeDeSorbo raved about a deodorant in the same scent, remarking, “I love this. It smells like when you walk into a really expensive hotel.”
Shoppers Say: “Awesome fragrance! I feel like I’m at the spa!”
“Love this scent! I light the candle in my bedroom before bedtime and it fills the room with a relaxing scent. I love feeling like I’ve walked into a spa when I’m ready to drift off to sleep.”
Maison Louis Marie No.04 Bois de Balincourt Candle
Drift into the quiet luxury of a high-end retreat with the warm, woody blend of sandalwood, cedar, and vetiver, accented by a touch of spice for an effortlessly sophisticated scent.
Shoppers Say: “Very boujee. Smells amazing like an expensive hotel, fresh clean sheets, sandal wood and almond extract. Burns nicely and fills a room with scent within 20 minutes. Only downfall is the price; i just don’t like spending tons of money on a candle that will run out.”
“I adore the scent! It smells similar to a boutique hotel I stayed in years ago. When I finished the candle, I repurchased from Sephora. Have repurchased twice and will continue until the end of time.”
Yankee Candle Midnight Jasmine
Immerse yourself in the understated glamour of EDITION HOTELS with the bold, sophisticated blend of black tea, citrus, and smoky undertones, creating a scent that feels effortlessly chic and inviting.
Shoppers Say: “This product has a beautiful, accurate, strong flower scent that works great in a common room or for a spa/escape-like atmosphere in the bathroom.”
The White Lotus x Nest Cucumber & White Sage
Experience the serene luxury of The White Lotus with this limited-edition candle, blending cucumber, white sage, and lavender for a spa-like scent inspired by Thailand’s most indulgent resorts.
Shoppers Say: “This is a super fresh smelling candle. I definitely can smell the cucumber and it gives me spa vibes. The votive is a little small and not super effective at scenting a large space, but it makes for a nice gift.”
“I love the smell of this candle & it burns so well! It’s a nice & peaceful smell that isn’t too much but also fills a room. It literally smells like you are at a spa lol. It also burns evenly & has lasted a while!”
Edition Candle
Immerse yourself in the understated glamour of EDITION HOTELS with the bold, sophisticated blend of black tea, citrus, and smoky undertones, creating a scent that feels effortlessly chic and inviting.
Shoppers Say: “Smell of luxury. I first smelt this scent when a group of friends and I walked into the Edition Hotel in Miami Beach… I walked in and was captivated by the scent, it was in the lotion and soap in the restroom…just everywhere and smelt luxurious… I had to get this for my home. I was not disappointed with this candle and I will be purchasing it again!”
“Perfect candle for the evening. If you have stayed at an Edition you will know.”
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