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Best luxury hotels for food lovers

Dining is the weakest dimension in luxury hotels overall — most great rooms sit above a forgettable restaurant, the kind you eat at once and then book elsewhere. This list is the exception: hotels where the kitchen is a reason to stay, not an afterthought, and where the food holds up under the same scrutiny as the room. These are the places people who paid the bill actually wrote home about — not for the marble, for the meal. At the top right now: Passalacqua, Fat Score 9.1.

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Passalacqua — Lake Como, Italy
Fat Legend
9.1

Independent

Passalacqua

Lake Como, Italy

Passalacqua has earned its crown as the world's finest hotel through an almost supernatural attention to detail that transforms luxury hospitality into something approaching art. Built around an 18th-century villa on Lake Como's eastern shore, the property achieves that rarest of feats: impeccable restoration that honors its aristocratic bones while delivering flawless modern comfort. The service operates at a level that borders on telepathic—staff remember your coffee preference by day two, anticipate needs before you voice them, and create moments of genuine warmth without ever crossing into familiarity. While the €3,300 nightly rates place it firmly in rarefied air, guests consistently report that Passalacqua delivers on its outrageous promise. The only notable weakness is occasional dining inconsistencies that feel jarring at this price point, though the breakfast remains legendary.

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Cheval Blanc Paris — Paris, France
Fat Favorite
8.8

Cheval Blanc

Cheval Blanc Paris

Paris, France

Cheval Blanc Paris has emerged as the modern crown jewel of Parisian luxury, occupying a historic perch above the Seine with views that sweep from Notre-Dame to the Eiffel Tower. Peter Marino's interiors strike the perfect balance between contemporary sophistication and Parisian soul — this feels genuinely French rather than international luxury pastiche. The LVMH backing shows everywhere: from the Dior Spa to the obsessive attention to detail in gift presentation and room amenities. While Plénitude's three Michelin stars anchor the culinary program, some guests find the restaurant scene less consistent than the hotel's soaring reputation suggests. The location puts you in the heart of tourist Paris, which can feel overwhelming during peak season, though the soundproofing largely insulates you from the chaos outside.

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Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa — Champillon, France
Fat Favorite
8.8
Founders' Verdict

Relais & Châteaux

Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa

Champillon, France

Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa occupies one of France's most coveted positions—a hilltop perch overlooking endless Champagne vineyards with views that stretch to the horizon. The contemporary design, all champagne tones and crystal chandeliers, feels both modern and timeless, though some guests find the spa layout could be more intuitive. What sets this property apart is the genuinely personal service: staff memorize names after a single encounter, arrange everything from proposal photography to beekeeper consultations, and deliver the kind of anticipatory care that justifies the premium. The location between Reims and Épernay is strategic for serious Champagne exploration, while the Michelin-level dining at Le Royal consistently delivers memorable meals. This is luxury hospitality executed with French finesse.

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Belmond Mount Nelson — Cape Town, South Africa
Fat Favorite
8.7

Belmond

Belmond Mount Nelson

Cape Town, South Africa

The Mount Nelson stands as Cape Town's grande dame, a powdery pink colonial masterpiece that casts an undeniable spell on guests. From the moment you arrive at this garden oasis beneath Table Mountain, the hotel's legendary afternoon tea service alone justifies the pilgrimage — complete with tea sommelier Craig and an army of expertly trained staff who remember your preferences after day two. The sprawling grounds offer genuine sanctuary in the city center, while the adult-only pool provides a refined escape. Service here operates at a different level entirely, with staff like Michael and Wellington delivering the kind of personal attention that transforms a stay into something memorable. While rooms showcase classic elegance rather than cutting-edge design, and some operational hiccups occasionally surface, this remains one of those rare properties that luxury travelers never want to leave.

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Capella Bangkok — Bangkok, Thailand
Fat Favorite
8.7

Capella

Capella Bangkok

Bangkok, Thailand

Capella Bangkok has earned its status as the #1 hotel on the World's 50 Best list through a combination of flawless execution and genuine Thai warmth. This riverside sanctuary delivers the intimate, residential feel that Bill Bensley's design intended — just 101 rooms and villas scattered across lush gardens along the Chao Phraya. The service operates at an entirely different level: staff know your name, anticipate your preferences, and create those small moments that transform a stay into a memory. While the location requires commitment to shuttles or taxis for city exploration, that seclusion becomes an asset when you're poolside watching longtail boats drift past. The breakfast alone justifies the rates — a full à la carte menu plus exceptional pastries that guests return for even after checking out.

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Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris — Paris, France
Fat Favorite
8.7

Four Seasons

Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris

Paris, France

The Four Seasons George V is Paris's most operationally formidable palace hotel — a property where the service machine runs with a precision that most competitors simply cannot match. The legendary flower arrangements in the lobby set the tone for a stay where nothing is too difficult: 3am pastries and couples massages, impossible restaurant reservations, museum tickets that were sold out, shopping parcels collected from ten stores and mailed home. Rooms are spectacular with proper Parisian grandeur, the breakfast buffet has achieved near-mythic status among regular guests, and the Avenue George V location is as good as Paris gets. The one persistent shadow is how the property treats non-resident visitors — multiple independent accounts describe condescension toward day guests at the tea service and bar, a notable contradiction for a hotel that markets itself on warmth. As a hotel stay, though, this is about as close to flawless as the city offers.

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Four Seasons Surf Club — Miami, USA
Fat Favorite
8.7

Four Seasons

Four Seasons Surf Club

Miami, USA

The Four Seasons Surf Club achieves something remarkable in Miami — it delivers genuine refinement without the typical South Beach theatrics. Built on the bones of the 1930s Surf Club where Winston Churchill and Frank Sinatra once played, the property preserves original chandeliers and architectural details while adding Richard Meier's luminous modernist touch. Thomas Keller's Surf Club Restaurant anchors the culinary program with Michelin-starred sophistication, though breakfast can disappoint at these prices. The intimacy is key here — just 77 rooms spread across nine acres means you'll never fight for beach chairs or pool loungers. Service operates at a consistently high Four Seasons standard, with staff who remember names and preferences, though occasional lapses suggest the property hasn't quite reached the seamless anticipation of the brand's Asian flagships.

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Hotel Cipriani, A Belmond Hotel, Venice — Venice, Italy
Fat Favorite
8.7

Belmond

Hotel Cipriani, A Belmond Hotel, Venice

Venice, Italy

Hotel Cipriani occupies a category of its own in Venice — a private-island sanctuary on Giudecca that puts the city's chaos at a ten-minute boat ride's distance, which is exactly the point. The legendary 59-foot pool, manicured gardens, and that Bellini-hued façade deliver the kind of arrival moment that justifies the mythology; Travel + Leisure readers ranked it the number-one city hotel in Italy for 2025, and the consensus across seasoned luxury travelers backs that up. Where the property earns its most passionate defenders is in the combination of grand-hotel formality and genuine warmth — staff like concierge Alessandro and bar maestro Marchello are name-checked repeatedly by guests, and the rooftop breakfast terrace (with its resident hawk keeping pigeons at bay) is one of the more singular morning rituals in Italy. The one honest caveat: service consistency can slip at the poolside operation and in the restaurant — one guest reported an HVAC failure in peak summer, and Cip's Club received a damning account of dress-code rigidity handled without grace — so this is not a property that has achieved complete institutional polish at every touchpoint. Still, for a Venice base that functions as a resort escape while keeping the Piazza San Marco a short boat hop away, nothing else in the city competes on this combination of setting, soul, and scale.

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La Réserve Paris — Paris, France
Fat Favorite
8.7

Independent

La Réserve Paris

Paris, France

La Réserve Paris operates at a level that few hotels in the city can match, transforming the former mansion of Napoleon III's stepbrother into what feels like a supremely refined private residence. The 40-room property achieves that rare balance of Palace-level service without the stuffiness — staff anticipate needs with Swiss precision while maintaining an effortless warmth that makes guests feel genuinely at home. The three-Michelin-starred Gabriel restaurant anchors a dining program that rivals any in Paris, while the design seamlessly blends Second Empire grandeur with contemporary sophistication. At this price point, you expect excellence, and La Réserve delivers it consistently across every touchpoint.

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Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok — Bangkok, Thailand
Fat Favorite
8.7

Mandarin Oriental

Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok

Bangkok, Thailand

The Mandarin Oriental Bangkok stands as the flagship of luxury hospitality in Southeast Asia, a 150-year-old legend that somehow manages to feel both timeless and utterly current. This is service at its most intuitive — butlers who remember your preferences after one night, pool staff who replace your water glass before the ice melts, a concierge who can track down your lost phone in a Bangkok taxi. The riverside location on the Chao Phraya feels like a private sanctuary in the heart of the city, with that iconic boat shuttle whisking you to IconSiam or the Oriental Spa. Yes, newer properties like Capella Bangkok may offer flashier amenities, but none match the MO's effortless mastery of anticipatory hospitality — this is where luxury feels lived-in rather than performed.

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The Chancery Rosewood London — London, United Kingdom
Fat Favorite
8.7

Rosewood

The Chancery Rosewood London

London, United Kingdom

The Chancery Rosewood has transformed the former U.S. Embassy into Mayfair's most striking new luxury destination. Joseph Dirand's interiors are a masterclass in masculine elegance — walnut, brass, and rare green Indian marble creating spaces that feel both palatial and intimate. The all-suite concept delivers genuine value in a city where space is precious, while the Eagle Bar offers London's most dramatic rooftop views. Service shows occasional growing pains typical of a new opening, but the bones are exceptional: this is David Chipperfield architecture housing one of London's most impressive private art collections, with eight dining venues positioning it as a true neighborhood institution rather than just another hotel.

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Eden Rock St Barths — St Barthélemy, France
Fat Favorite
8.6

Oetker Collection

Eden Rock St Barths

St Barthélemy, France

Eden Rock remains the original St. Barths icon for good reason — its perch on the rocky outcrop dividing St. Jean Beach creates the most coveted location on the island, steps from Nikki Beach and Gustavia's boutiques. The property splits into two distinct experiences: Eden beachside suites offer direct sand access, while the Rock suites carved into the cliff provide dramatic panoramic views and ultimate privacy. Under Oetker Collection stewardship, the hard product shines with signature suites like Jane and Christopher Columbus delivering pink marble bathrooms, private terraces, and that ineffable St. Barths glamour. Service can be inconsistent — some staff deliver the intuitive anticipation you'd expect at this level, while others drift into 'island time' — but the villa program with dedicated concierges like Max and Sebastien consistently exceeds expectations.

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Le Bristol Paris — Paris, France
Fat Favorite
8.6

Oetker Collection

Le Bristol Paris

Paris, France

Le Bristol remains the gold standard for Parisian hospitality, a century-old institution that somehow feels both timeless and intimate. The Oetker family's stewardship shows in every detail — from the ragdoll cat greeting guests to the concierge team that can secure impossible reservations and the florists refreshing room arrangements daily. While the 8th arrondissement location puts you steps from the Élysée and major shopping, some find it less vibrant than the Marais. The real magic lies in the service: staff who remember your name, walk you personally to restaurants, and create that rare feeling of being genuinely welcomed home.

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The Connaught — London, United Kingdom
Fat Favorite
8.6

Maybourne

The Connaught

London, United Kingdom

The Connaught remains London's most confidently discreet luxury hotel, occupying prime Mayfair real estate with the gravitas of a gentleman's club that's learned to smile. This is hospitality at its most refined — staff who remember your name after one visit, martinis that justify their £30 price tag, and rooms that feel more like a private London residence than a hotel. The 2007 renovation struck an elegant balance between masculine heritage bones and contemporary comfort, though entry-level rooms can feel cramped by modern luxury standards. What sets The Connaught apart isn't flashiness but substance: this is where discerning travelers come when they want to feel like insiders rather than tourists.

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Aman Tokyo — Tokyo, Japan
Fat Approved
8.4

Aman

Aman Tokyo

Tokyo, Japan

Aman Tokyo remains the most architecturally arresting hotel in the city — Kerry Hill's soaring washi-paper ceilings, stone soaking tubs, and floor-to-ceiling views over the Imperial Palace Gardens create a hard product so compelling that even detractors concede it. The 33rd-floor lobby arrival is the defining urban hotel moment in Tokyo, and the pool is simply in another class. Where the hotel divides opinion is service: at its best — particularly in the restaurant, where staff like Niccolo Brachelente anticipate your needs before you voice them — it lives up to every Aman legend; at its worst, the concierge struggles to secure top-tier sushi reservations and breakfast hours can feel surprisingly rigid for the price point. In-room dining quality has slipped recently enough to generate real discussion, and the property shows its age in certain fixtures relative to newer competition like Bulgari. But for the traveler who values the hard product above all — the scale, the views, the bathing ritual — no other city hotel in Tokyo comes close, and the 50 Best ranking is deserved.

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Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues Geneva — Geneva, Switzerland
Fat Approved
8.4

Four Seasons

Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues Geneva

Geneva, Switzerland

Geneva's most storied address, the Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues has occupied its lakefront perch since 1834 — the original meeting place of the United Nations — and the bones show it beautifully: frescoed ceilings, crystal chandeliers, and gilded moldings that no amount of modern luxury hotel construction can replicate. The renovation has been handled with a deft hand, layering in a refined contemporary interior without stripping the building of its Neoclassical soul, and the lakeside suites (rooms 110, 210, 310 in particular, per Condé Nast) are among the finest in the city. Izumi, the Japanese rooftop restaurant, earns consistent praise as a destination in its own right, and the bar — anchored by bartender Nicolas — has developed a reputation for serious cocktail craft that punches well above the average hotel bar. The property's one credible weakness is inconsistency in lobby and café service: multiple independent reviewers report slow, occasionally dismissive floor staff in those casual spaces, which jars against the otherwise polished concierge team and housekeeping (daily small gifts in rooms is a signature touch). At these rates and in this city, that inconsistency is the only thing keeping this from a nine.

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La Residencia, A Belmond Hotel — Mallorca, Spain
Fat Approved
8.4

Belmond

La Residencia, A Belmond Hotel

Mallorca, Spain

La Residencia is one of those rare hotels where the setting does half the work — tucked into the Tramuntana foothills above Deià, it operates less like a conventional luxury property and more like a private village where you happen to be a guest. The Moorish-inflected architecture, immaculate terraced gardens, and 360-degree mountain views create a sense of place that almost no amount of money can manufacture, which explains why Travel + Leisure named it the top resort in Spain and Portugal for 2025. The service, under GM Thomas Moons, has demonstrably improved in the most recent cycle — complimentary olive grove hikes, sunset cruises to hidden lagoons, poolside vitamin C mist and almond service, and an almost telepathic attention to special occasions — though consistency remains somewhat room-dependent, and a handful of guests report being made to feel unwelcome, which is the hotel's most serious unresolved problem. The hard product is the honest caveat: base-category rooms are genuinely dated — dark wood, aging bathrooms, middling technology — and in August the air conditioning has repeatedly failed to keep pace with temperatures, a recurring complaint across multiple years and sources; a renovation is reportedly imminent. Book a junior suite or above, visit in May, June, or September, and La Residencia delivers an experience difficult to replicate anywhere else on the island.

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One&Only Palmilla — Los Cabos, Mexico
Fat Approved
8.3

One&Only

One&Only Palmilla

Los Cabos, Mexico

One&Only Palmilla stands as Los Cabos' enduring patriarch — a property that has attracted presidents and movie stars since 1956, when it opened as a 15-room retreat on one of Cabo's few genuinely swimmable beaches. The lush landscaping creates an oasis in the desert landscape, while the Mexican hacienda architecture feels both timeless and refreshed. Service remains the crown jewel here: butlers who remember your coffee preference by day two, staff who greet you by name throughout the property, and an intuitive hospitality that feels genuinely warm rather than scripted. But excellence comes at a premium that can feel punitive — $30 margaritas and $60 glasses of California cab test even deep pockets, though the quality justifies much of the expense.

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The Peninsula Hong Kong — Hong Kong, China
Fat Approved
8.3

The Peninsula

The Peninsula Hong Kong

Hong Kong, China

The Peninsula Hong Kong remains the grande dame of Asia luxury, delivering old-world service standards that put newer properties to shame. The legendary afternoon tea in the soaring lobby and fleet of Rolls-Royces aren't just theater — they're the visible markers of a hotel where staff-to-guest ratios feel lavish and every interaction is polished. Yes, the rooms show their 2013 renovation age with green marble bathrooms that feel dated, but harbor views from upper floors are unmatched and the Tsim Sha Tsui location keeps you steps from the Star Ferry and subway. This is classic luxury hospitality that newer brands struggle to replicate, even if the hard product no longer leads Hong Kong's luxury race.

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Cheval Blanc St-Tropez — Saint-Tropez, France
Fat Approved
8.2

Cheval Blanc

Cheval Blanc St-Tropez

Saint-Tropez, France

Cheval Blanc St-Tropez occupies a prime waterfront position on Flamands Beach, delivering the polished LVMH hospitality experience in a compact but supremely well-executed package. The property's greatest strength lies in its exceptional service — guests consistently rave about staff who remember names, anticipate needs, and create genuine warmth without the stuffiness often found at luxury hotels. While the rooms are notably small by luxury standards (a persistent complaint), they're beautifully designed with sea views and private terraces that effectively expand the living space. The three-Michelin-starred La Vague d'Or anchors an impressive dining program, though the hotel's intimate scale means limited facilities — the tiny pool and artificial beach won't satisfy those seeking expansive resort amenities. Location cuts both ways: you're walking distance to St-Tropez's shops and restaurants, but the shuttle dependency after 1 AM and main road proximity detract from the serenity you'd expect at this price point.

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Rosewood Beijing — Beijing, China
Fat Approved
8.2

Rosewood

Rosewood Beijing

Beijing, China

Rosewood Beijing delivers the brand's signature residential luxury in China's capital, with thoughtfully curated rooms that feel more like a sophisticated private library than a hotel. The property excels in the details that matter—spacious suites with genuine art and books, exceptional concierge service that handles complex requests, and what many consider Beijing's finest hotel pool. While the CBD location lacks the cultural immersion of newer hutong properties, it compensates with easy access to business districts and reliable Western-standard service that particularly appeals to first-time China visitors.

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Rosewood Miramar Beach — Montecito, USA
Fat Approved
8.2

Rosewood

Rosewood Miramar Beach

Montecito, USA

Rosewood Miramar Beach delivers genuine luxury on California's coast, with Rick Caruso's vision manifesting as polished bungalows scattered across manicured grounds like a high-end village. The Michelin-starred Caruso's anchors exceptional dining, while the adult pool and private beach create proper sanctuary moments. However, the freight train that bisects the property remains a jarring intrusion — guests report loud whistles throughout the day, and the adjacent freeway construction adds industrial noise. At $1,500+ per night, these disruptions feel particularly grating, though the service team's warmth and the property's undeniable beauty keep many returning despite the acoustic challenges.

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The Peninsula Paris — Paris, France
Fat Approved
8.1

The Peninsula

The Peninsula Paris

Paris, France

The Peninsula Paris delivers refined Asian hospitality within a classically French envelope, occupying a discreet 16th arrondissement perch that feels both central and residential. The hotel's strength lies in its seamless blend of Peninsula's signature technology and service precision with Parisian elegance — rooms feature tablet-controlled everything, marble bathrooms with nail dryers, and some of the largest accommodations in the city. While service generally impresses with thoughtful touches like remembering preferences and personalized welcomes, it occasionally stumbles on basics like breakfast orders. The rooftop L'Oiseau Blanc offers genuine fine dining with panoramic views, though ground-floor dining feels overpriced for what's delivered.

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Rosewood London — London, United Kingdom
Fat Approved
8.1

Rosewood

Rosewood London

London, United Kingdom

The original Rosewood London occupies an Edwardian Belle Époque masterpiece in Holborn, offering genuine old-world grandeur with Belle Époque architecture, soaring ceilings, and the celebrated Mirror Room. While the location sits outside Mayfair's golden triangle, it delivers authentic British luxury with exceptional afternoon tea and the world-renowned Scarfes Bar. Service hits the mark with genuine warmth and professional competence, though it occasionally lacks the intuitive anticipation of London's very finest. The suites are genuinely spacious by London standards, but some room categories feel underwhelming given the price point. This is classic luxury done right, though it's now overshadowed by the brand's spectacular new Chancery property in Mayfair.

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The Mark Hotel — New York, USA
Fat Approved
8.1

Independent

The Mark Hotel

New York, USA

The Mark delivers Upper East Side glamour in spades, with Jacques Grange's maximalist interiors creating an Instagram-perfect backdrop that feels more like a chic private club than a hotel. The location opposite Central Park is unbeatable, and when the service clicks—particularly the legendary concierge team led by figures like Suzana—it's genuinely world-class. But consistency remains elusive. Too many guests report basic operational failures: broken key cards, poor room maintenance, and front desk confusion that shouldn't happen at this price point. The Jean-Georges dining program feels increasingly tired, and the famous hot dog cart outside has become more novelty than necessity. It's a hotel that trades heavily on its Met Gala mystique, yet recent experiences suggest the substance doesn't always match the style.

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Four Seasons Ritz Lisbon — Lisbon, Portugal
Fat Approved
8.0

Four Seasons

Four Seasons Ritz Lisbon

Lisbon, Portugal

The Four Seasons Ritz Lisbon is Lisbon's grand dame — a palatial 1950s landmark perched above Parque Eduardo VII with sweeping city views, an extraordinary art collection, and the kind of unhurried, warm service that Four Seasons does best. The concierge team is genuinely exceptional, the bar is one of the most civilized rooms in the city, and the gym and pool rank among the best urban wellness setups in Portugal. The honest caveat: this is an aging property in the middle of what appears to be a phased renovation, and some rooms show their age with tired carpets and inconsistent maintenance — most notably thermostat reliability, which has drawn repeated complaints. If you need cutting-edge minimalist design, newer properties in Chiado will suit you better; if you want grande dame gravitas, a superb breakfast, and staff who actually follow through, the Ritz delivers something few competitors in Lisbon can match.

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