Nine hotels giving the humble minibar a makeover

Once synonymous with mass-produced snacks and uninspired alcohol, the hotel minibar is finally getting a much-needed makeover. Properties around the globe are abandoning the standard fare in favour of the memorable – think small-batch treats, locally distilled spirits, and, in some cases, even more unconventional offerings – injecting a little whimsy and a hefty dose of luxury into the oft-forgotten amenity. Read on to discover nine hotels and resorts that are rethinking the minibar, transforming it into everything from a Champagne cave in New York City to a fragrance bar in Barcelona and beyond.