No Time Like the Present to Visit these Epic Bond Locations

Blending local heritage with contemporary luxury, this authentic Puglian hideaway oozes Bond cool. You get the best of both worlds here, with the Adriatic Sea on one side and dense countryside on the other. You’ll feel like you’re in a movie and that’s probably why this area drew in producers of No Time To Die. Matera also has its own selection of boutique hotels to stay in, but there’s more to do on the coast. Take a day trip to see the ancient city and stay in some luxury instead.

This spectacular property isn’t hiding its 007 credentials this season. Visitors can book themselves on a two-day James Bond experience that sees them travelling by vintage car and boat to some of the locations seen in No Time To Die. As well as a trip to Matera, Bond fans will also get to see some of the other locations in Puglia itself that were used for the movie. The elegant 18th-century palace steeped in history is the ideal backdrop for a Bond-inspired adventure this autumn, and even if you don’t take the trip option you can enjoy a Martini in the hotel whilst admiring 007-inspired art by Amalia Knoll.

The martinis served at Duke’s Bar are often cited as the inspiration for Bond’s favourite tipple. Served shaken not stirred, the best examples of the drink are prepared at your table and at Duke’s you’ll get this service on a rosewood table-side trolley. Aside from the famous bar, the hotel itself is a throwback to classic luxury and in the perfect location for all Bond aficionados to go exploring.

London is full of modern little homages to Bond, but nothing beats an original stop like this shirtmaker in the city. Sean Connery used to get his outfits for the series made here and even invented a special shirt used in Dr. No (1962). A whole host of A-list clientele continue to buy their clothes here today, and you’ll feel part of an elite group as soon as you walk into the shop close to Mayfair.

If you’re visiting either Ice Q or 007 Elements then your best bet for a place to stay is Das Central. You can arrange a special package that includes a gondola ride to the top of the Gaislachkogl as well as a stay at the luxury resort. Many of the stars of Spectre stayed at the hotel and the subsequent construction of 007 Elements was overseen by the owners of the property. You’ll get all the alpine cosiness you would expect from such a place, with the top-notch spa and sauna facilities treating any minor ailments you might pick up from a day on the slopes during the popular ski season.

The fascinating link between Ian Fleming and his Caribbean retreat is worthy of a novel itself, but it’s safe to say that this is the spot where James Bond was born. The luxury resort isn’t really a hotel, but a collection of private villas, cottages and beach huts. In No Time To Die, Bond is seen residing in a beachside home and you’ll get to fully recreate the stay at Goldeneye too.

You’ll feel like you’re staying in a stylish friend’s home at this four-room turn-of-the-century mansion in hip Roma. Enter the bright courtyard filled with climbing plants and foliage, pause to sip artisanal mezcal from the honesty bar, then skip up the small staircase to your room. Each light and bright suite is named in honour of past residents, including a Mexican historian, an urban planner, and a besotted Frenchman who fell for the lady of the house.

All the trappings of a luxury hotel are evident at this Polanco pensión: from fine linens to a finger-on-the-pulse concierge and two top-flight restaurants. But Las Alcobas takes it to the next level. Ring your personal bath butler to arrange a spa-like treatment in your suite, upon which steam jets will be set, bath oils presented and mood lighting dimmed for ultimate relaxation. Afterwards, head down for dinner at Dulce Patria, one of the top restaurants in Latin America.

Built in 1892 to house Orient Express passengers about to embark on their long journey to Paris, the Pera Palace is an Istanbul institution. Other than the Ottoman palaces of the time, this was the first building in the country to offer electricity, hot running water and an elevator, which still works today. This opulent 19th-century vibe remains throughout each of its 115 rooms and suites. The hotel is located one block from the boutiques of İstiklal Avenue in Beyoğlu, and foodies will also love their stay here: enjoy afternoon tea in the Kubbeli Lounge, take dinner at the glitzy Agatha Restaurant and have drinks at the dimly lit Orient Bar.

Istanbul isn’t known for its skyscrapers, which only makes this glistening five-star property stand out even more. Everything about Raffles Istanbul is contemporary, from its business district location in the Beşiktaş area of the European side to the hotel’s 185 crisp, minimalist rooms. This 134m (440ft) tower is Raffles’s only foray into mainland Europe. The ultra-modern rooms and six innovative dining options make this one of Istanbul’s most exclusive hotels, and perfect for every wannabe James Bond.