The best new hotels in 2026
Izu Retreat by Onko Chishin
Higashiizu - Japan
Perched on the verdant hills of the Izu Peninsula, overlooking the Pacific Ocean and volcanic landscapes, Izu Retreat by Onko Chishin embodies a contemporary Japanese retreat where nature, serenity, and design blend seamlessly. The resort offers elegant rooms and suites opening onto the sea or gardens, conceived as sanctuaries of light, tranquility, and minimalist comfort. At the heart of the experience, onsen thermal baths, a holistic spa, and locally inspired meals—highlighting seafood and seasonal vegetables—further enhance the invitation to relaxation. A true haven facing the vast blue sea, Izu Retreat celebrates the slow pace of life, the harmony of the elements, and the Japanese art of being present in the moment.
Izu Retreat by Onko Chishin
Higashiizu - Japan
Perched on the verdant hills of the Izu Peninsula, overlooking the Pacific Ocean and volcanic landscapes, Izu Retreat by Onko Chishin embodies a contemporary Japanese retreat where nature, serenity, and design blend seamlessly. The resort offers elegant rooms and suites opening onto the sea or gardens, conceived as sanctuaries of light, tranquility, and minimalist comfort. At the heart of the experience, onsen thermal baths, a holistic spa, and locally inspired meals—highlighting seafood and seasonal vegetables—further enhance the invitation to relaxation. A true haven facing the vast blue sea, Izu Retreat celebrates the slow pace of life, the harmony of the elements, and the Japanese art of being present in the moment.
The Huntington Hotel
San Francisco - United States
Nestled in the elegant Nob Hill neighborhood, The Huntington Hotel embodies the pinnacle of classic San Francisco hospitality with timeless charm and a discreet presence in the heart of the city. The hotel offers refined rooms where modern comfort blends with a warm, understated aesthetic, perfect for unwinding after a day of urban exploration. Its restaurant serves Californian cuisine inspired by local ingredients, while an intimate lounge bar invites relaxed evenings over cocktails. A true urban retreat, The Huntington combines historic elegance, attentive service, and an ideal location just steps from the iconic cable car and the city's hills.
The Huntington Hotel
San Francisco - United States
Nestled in the elegant Nob Hill neighborhood, The Huntington Hotel embodies the pinnacle of classic San Francisco hospitality with timeless charm and a discreet presence in the heart of the city. The hotel offers refined rooms where modern comfort blends with a warm, understated aesthetic, perfect for unwinding after a day of urban exploration. Its restaurant serves Californian cuisine inspired by local ingredients, while an intimate lounge bar invites relaxed evenings over cocktails. A true urban retreat, The Huntington combines historic elegance, attentive service, and an ideal location just steps from the iconic cable car and the city's hills.
Alpine Boutique Hotel wollée
Schladming - Austria
At the foot of the slopes in Schladming, in the Dachstein region, the Alpine Boutique Hotel Wollée is a new mountain hotel where contemporary design meets a welcoming alpine atmosphere. The hotel offers 32 rooms and suites, including two panoramic penthouses, all with balconies offering spectacular views of the surrounding peaks. After a day of skiing or hiking, guests can enjoy a modern take on regional cuisine in the restaurant or relax in the wellness area with its heated outdoor pool, saunas, and gym. Wollée embodies a modern and inviting retreat, perfect for savoring the fresh air of the Austrian Alps in every season.
Alpine Boutique Hotel wollée
Schladming - Austria
At the foot of the slopes in Schladming, in the Dachstein region, the Alpine Boutique Hotel Wollée is a new mountain hotel where contemporary design meets a welcoming alpine atmosphere. The hotel offers 32 rooms and suites, including two panoramic penthouses, all with balconies offering spectacular views of the surrounding peaks. After a day of skiing or hiking, guests can enjoy a modern take on regional cuisine in the restaurant or relax in the wellness area with its heated outdoor pool, saunas, and gym. Wollée embodies a modern and inviting retreat, perfect for savoring the fresh air of the Austrian Alps in every season.
The Zetter Bloomsbury
Bloomsbury - England
A new jewel in London’s boutique hotel scene, The Zetter Bloomsbury will open its doors in March 2026 in a row of interconnected Georgian houses opposite the British Museum, in the heart of Bloomsbury’s cultural district. The hotel offers 68 rooms and suites designed as elegant retreats, blending contemporary comfort with touches inspired by the area’s literary history. Its communal spaces—a lounge bar, a bright dining room, and a garden terrace—complete the experience, providing an intimate and refined address for discovering London in style.
The Zetter Bloomsbury
Bloomsbury - England
A new jewel in London’s boutique hotel scene, The Zetter Bloomsbury will open its doors in March 2026 in a row of interconnected Georgian houses opposite the British Museum, in the heart of Bloomsbury’s cultural district. The hotel offers 68 rooms and suites designed as elegant retreats, blending contemporary comfort with touches inspired by the area’s literary history. Its communal spaces—a lounge bar, a bright dining room, and a garden terrace—complete the experience, providing an intimate and refined address for discovering London in style.
Joud by the Sea Zanzibar
Mfumbwi - Zanzibar
Nestled along a pristine beach in Jambiani, on the island of Zanzibar, Joud by the Sea embodies a chic and contemplative seaside retreat. The resort offers 32 accommodations, ranging from elegant Deluxe rooms to spacious ocean-view villas, blending minimalist design with details inspired by local architecture. Its beachfront restaurant serves up flavors inspired by the ocean, while three outdoor pools offer spaces for swimming and relaxation. For wellness, the resort offers open-air massages, sunrise yoga, and a tranquil pace that celebrates slowness and connection with nature.
Joud by the Sea Zanzibar
Mfumbwi - Zanzibar
Nestled along a pristine beach in Jambiani, on the island of Zanzibar, Joud by the Sea embodies a chic and contemplative seaside retreat. The resort offers 32 accommodations, ranging from elegant Deluxe rooms to spacious ocean-view villas, blending minimalist design with details inspired by local architecture. Its beachfront restaurant serves up flavors inspired by the ocean, while three outdoor pools offer spaces for swimming and relaxation. For wellness, the resort offers open-air massages, sunrise yoga, and a tranquil pace that celebrates slowness and connection with nature.
Casa Serras Andorra
Andorra la Vella - Andorra
Located in the heart of Andorra la Vella, on Avenida Meritxell, Casa Serras Andorra embodies the art of "mountain + city + relaxation" in a chic and laid-back setting. The rooms and suites blend contemporary design with warm comfort, and some offer direct views of the vibrant capital. The hotel completes the experience with a Health & Social Club—spa, wellness center, and fitness center—perfect for unwinding after a day in the mountains or exploring the city. To extend the experience, a lounge bar and a seasonal restaurant showcase local produce in a convivial atmosphere—ideal for savoring all that Andorra has to offer.
Casa Serras Andorra
Andorra la Vella - Andorra
Located in the heart of Andorra la Vella, on Avenida Meritxell, Casa Serras Andorra embodies the art of "mountain + city + relaxation" in a chic and laid-back setting. The rooms and suites blend contemporary design with warm comfort, and some offer direct views of the vibrant capital. The hotel completes the experience with a Health & Social Club—spa, wellness center, and fitness center—perfect for unwinding after a day in the mountains or exploring the city. To extend the experience, a lounge bar and a seasonal restaurant showcase local produce in a convivial atmosphere—ideal for savoring all that Andorra has to offer.
The Site Hotel Ibiza
Playa d'en Bossa - Spain
Located on Talamanca Beach, overlooking the deep blue of the Mediterranean and just minutes from Ibiza's historic center, The Site Hotel Ibiza embodies a contemporary take on chic beach holidays. The hotel offers elegant rooms and suites designed as luminous havens—minimalist décor, large bay windows, and terraces opening onto the sea or the turquoise waters of the bay. Its fusion restaurant blends Mediterranean flavors with creative touches, while a spa, an infinity pool, and wellness areas invite relaxation under the Ibizan sun. A true "urban beach escape," the hotel combines contemporary sophistication, island rhythm, and the laid-back beach lifestyle.
The Site Hotel Ibiza
Playa d'en Bossa - Spain
Located on Talamanca Beach, overlooking the deep blue of the Mediterranean and just minutes from Ibiza's historic center, The Site Hotel Ibiza embodies a contemporary take on chic beach holidays. The hotel offers elegant rooms and suites designed as luminous havens—minimalist décor, large bay windows, and terraces opening onto the sea or the turquoise waters of the bay. Its fusion restaurant blends Mediterranean flavors with creative touches, while a spa, an infinity pool, and wellness areas invite relaxation under the Ibizan sun. A true "urban beach escape," the hotel combines contemporary sophistication, island rhythm, and the laid-back beach lifestyle.
Hotel Coeur Marin
Les Sables dʼOlonne - France
Just steps from the seafront in Les Sables-d’Olonne, the Hôtel Cœur Marin is preparing to reopen its doors in March 2026 after a complete renovation. This reimagined historic address will offer elegant and luminous interiors, where natural materials, soft hues, and oceanic inspirations will create a serene atmosphere, true to the Vendée seaside spirit. Conceived as a contemporary haven facing the Atlantic, the hotel will embody a new generation of chic and discreet hospitality, ideal for savoring the coast at the gentle rhythm of the waves.
Hotel Coeur Marin
Les Sables dʼOlonne - France
Just steps from the seafront in Les Sables-d’Olonne, the Hôtel Cœur Marin is preparing to reopen its doors in March 2026 after a complete renovation. This reimagined historic address will offer elegant and luminous interiors, where natural materials, soft hues, and oceanic inspirations will create a serene atmosphere, true to the Vendée seaside spirit. Conceived as a contemporary haven facing the Atlantic, the hotel will embody a new generation of chic and discreet hospitality, ideal for savoring the coast at the gentle rhythm of the waves.
Ciel Dubai Marina
Dubai Marina - United Arab Emirates
Nestled within the iconic Dubai Marina, Ciel Dubai Marina redefines urban hospitality with an elegant signature where contemporary luxury and endless views meet above the glittering skyscrapers. The hotel offers 545 refined rooms and suites, all bathed in natural light, with clean lines and spectacular panoramas of the marina or the Arabian Gulf, for a truly cosmopolitan experience. Its collection of restaurants and lounges, from the trendy rooftop to the sophisticated bar, complements global flavors in a chic and vibrant atmosphere. A true haven in the heart of the cityscape, Ciel embodies Dubai's airy glamour, where breathtaking vistas, bold design, and metropolitan living blend seamlessly.
Ciel Dubai Marina
Dubai Marina - United Arab Emirates
Nestled within the iconic Dubai Marina, Ciel Dubai Marina redefines urban hospitality with an elegant signature where contemporary luxury and endless views meet above the glittering skyscrapers. The hotel offers 545 refined rooms and suites, all bathed in natural light, with clean lines and spectacular panoramas of the marina or the Arabian Gulf, for a truly cosmopolitan experience. Its collection of restaurants and lounges, from the trendy rooftop to the sophisticated bar, complements global flavors in a chic and vibrant atmosphere. A true haven in the heart of the cityscape, Ciel embodies Dubai's airy glamour, where breathtaking vistas, bold design, and metropolitan living blend seamlessly.
Wilde Tigmi
Essaouira - Morocco
Just minutes from Essaouira's medina, Wilde Tigmi reveals itself as a bohemian and secluded haven, nestled between argan trees and the Atlantic Ocean. This intimate retreat houses nine unique rooms and suites, where Moroccan craftsmanship, clean lines, and a warm atmosphere blend seamlessly, far removed from traditional hotel conventions. Conceived as both a living space and a sanctuary, the hotel cultivates the art of slow living with a palm-fringed pool, a locally sourced restaurant, and a free-spirited, creative ambiance deeply inspired by the soul of Essaouira.
Wilde Tigmi
Essaouira - Morocco
Just minutes from Essaouira's medina, Wilde Tigmi reveals itself as a bohemian and secluded haven, nestled between argan trees and the Atlantic Ocean. This intimate retreat houses nine unique rooms and suites, where Moroccan craftsmanship, clean lines, and a warm atmosphere blend seamlessly, far removed from traditional hotel conventions. Conceived as both a living space and a sanctuary, the hotel cultivates the art of slow living with a palm-fringed pool, a locally sourced restaurant, and a free-spirited, creative ambiance deeply inspired by the soul of Essaouira.
Les Sources de Vougeot
Vougeot - France
Just a stone's throw from the legendary Clos de Vougeot, in the heart of the Côte de Nuits' classified vineyards, Les Sources de Vougeot occupies a former Cistercian residence reimagined as a five-star retreat. The hotel boasts 49 rooms and suites with a warm aesthetic, blending stone, original terracotta tiles, and Burgundian antiques in a chic country house style. For dining, Chef Julien Martin oversees a gourmet restaurant and a contemporary inn celebrating local produce, while a Caudalie spa nestled beneath medieval vaults offers pools, a sauna, and vinotherapy rituals, complemented by an outdoor pool in the heart of the gardens.
Les Sources de Vougeot
Vougeot - France
Just a stone's throw from the legendary Clos de Vougeot, in the heart of the Côte de Nuits' classified vineyards, Les Sources de Vougeot occupies a former Cistercian residence reimagined as a five-star retreat. The hotel boasts 49 rooms and suites with a warm aesthetic, blending stone, original terracotta tiles, and Burgundian antiques in a chic country house style. For dining, Chef Julien Martin oversees a gourmet restaurant and a contemporary inn celebrating local produce, while a Caudalie spa nestled beneath medieval vaults offers pools, a sauna, and vinotherapy rituals, complemented by an outdoor pool in the heart of the gardens.
SLS The Red Sea
Red Sea - Saudi Arabia
On the island of Shura, a jewel in Saudi Arabia's The Red Sea project, SLS The Red Sea has established itself as a luxurious and theatrical retreat on a pristine white-sand beach. Opening in late November 2025 with 150 rooms, suites, and villas—including 15 private pool villas—the resort, designed around Foster + Partners' "coral bloom" concept, blends visual boldness, natural textures, and playful touches. Five restaurants and bars invite guests on a daring culinary journey around the world, while the Ciel Spa, the large swimming pool, an open-air cinema, and kids' clubs punctuate the days in a vibrant and sun-drenched atmosphere. A true stage for seaside expression on the Red Sea, the resort combines design, entertainment, and well-being within an exceptional natural environment.
SLS The Red Sea
Red Sea - Saudi Arabia
On the island of Shura, a jewel in Saudi Arabia's The Red Sea project, SLS The Red Sea has established itself as a luxurious and theatrical retreat on a pristine white-sand beach. Opening in late November 2025 with 150 rooms, suites, and villas—including 15 private pool villas—the resort, designed around Foster + Partners' "coral bloom" concept, blends visual boldness, natural textures, and playful touches. Five restaurants and bars invite guests on a daring culinary journey around the world, while the Ciel Spa, the large swimming pool, an open-air cinema, and kids' clubs punctuate the days in a vibrant and sun-drenched atmosphere. A true stage for seaside expression on the Red Sea, the resort combines design, entertainment, and well-being within an exceptional natural environment.
The Companion
Vienna - Austria
In the heart of the Austrian capital, The Companion Vienna unveils 138 rooms designed as elegant urban retreats. Conceived by designer Piotr Wiśniewski, the interior blends Viennese parquet flooring, natural stone, and contemporary lines in a sophisticated yet welcoming style. Each space cultivates a hushed atmosphere, a subtle interlude between local artistic heritage and modernity. The experience is like an inspired interlude: a creative haven where you can slow down, in harmony with Vienna's vibrant rhythm.
The Companion
Vienna - Austria
In the heart of the Austrian capital, The Companion Vienna unveils 138 rooms designed as elegant urban retreats. Conceived by designer Piotr Wiśniewski, the interior blends Viennese parquet flooring, natural stone, and contemporary lines in a sophisticated yet welcoming style. Each space cultivates a hushed atmosphere, a subtle interlude between local artistic heritage and modernity. The experience is like an inspired interlude: a creative haven where you can slow down, in harmony with Vienna's vibrant rhythm.
Finca Banyols, Vignette Collection
Alaró - Spain
Nestled in the verdant hills of Alaró, in the heart of the Majorcan countryside and facing the Serra de Tramuntana mountains, Finca Banyols, Vignette Collection reimagines a traditional finca as a sophisticated rural retreat. This restored historic estate houses approximately 35 elegant rooms, where exposed beams, natural stone, and contemporary lines combine to create an aesthetic that is both authentic and refined. Dining options include several restaurants, one of which is a fine-dining establishment showcasing local produce, while a spa inspired by the estate's ingredients, an indoor pool, and an outdoor pool extend the experience in the spirit of a Mediterranean retreat.
Finca Banyols, Vignette Collection
Alaró - Spain
Nestled in the verdant hills of Alaró, in the heart of the Majorcan countryside and facing the Serra de Tramuntana mountains, Finca Banyols, Vignette Collection reimagines a traditional finca as a sophisticated rural retreat. This restored historic estate houses approximately 35 elegant rooms, where exposed beams, natural stone, and contemporary lines combine to create an aesthetic that is both authentic and refined. Dining options include several restaurants, one of which is a fine-dining establishment showcasing local produce, while a spa inspired by the estate's ingredients, an indoor pool, and an outdoor pool extend the experience in the spirit of a Mediterranean retreat.
Dunluce Lodge
Antrim - Ireland
On Northern Ireland’s spectacular Antrim coast, Dunluce Lodge stands as a contemporary address overlooking the Atlantic, just steps from the legendary Dunluce Castle. The hotel features 35 elegant suites, with clean lines and natural materials, all designed to capture the ever-changing light and panoramic sea views. Its gourmet restaurant celebrates local seafood and Northern Irish produce, while a refined spa, with an indoor pool and relaxation areas, extends the slow living experience. Blending unspoiled nature, understated design, and a discreet art of living, Dunluce Lodge offers an exceptional retreat at the edge of the world.
Dunluce Lodge
Antrim - Ireland
On Northern Ireland’s spectacular Antrim coast, Dunluce Lodge stands as a contemporary address overlooking the Atlantic, just steps from the legendary Dunluce Castle. The hotel features 35 elegant suites, with clean lines and natural materials, all designed to capture the ever-changing light and panoramic sea views. Its gourmet restaurant celebrates local seafood and Northern Irish produce, while a refined spa, with an indoor pool and relaxation areas, extends the slow living experience. Blending unspoiled nature, understated design, and a discreet art of living, Dunluce Lodge offers an exceptional retreat at the edge of the world.
JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo
Tokyo - Japan
Nestled in Tokyo’s new Takanawa Gateway City district, the JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo embodies the arrival of the JW brand in the Japanese capital, offering a zen-like luxury retreat above the urban bustle. The hotel features 200 guest rooms and suites, including a selection of Mindful Rooms designed for well-being and relaxation, with panoramic views of the Tokyo skyline. For dining, several restaurants, as well as sophisticated bars and lounges, extend the culinary experience in refined style. A spa, swimming pool, fitness center, and dedicated quiet spaces complete this elegant and serene urban haven, ideally connected to Japan’s airport and rail network.
JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo
Tokyo - Japan
Nestled in Tokyo’s new Takanawa Gateway City district, the JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo embodies the arrival of the JW brand in the Japanese capital, offering a zen-like luxury retreat above the urban bustle. The hotel features 200 guest rooms and suites, including a selection of Mindful Rooms designed for well-being and relaxation, with panoramic views of the Tokyo skyline. For dining, several restaurants, as well as sophisticated bars and lounges, extend the culinary experience in refined style. A spa, swimming pool, fitness center, and dedicated quiet spaces complete this elegant and serene urban haven, ideally connected to Japan’s airport and rail network.
Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel
Newport Beach
Nestled on the Newport Beach peninsula, Bay Shores Peninsula exudes chic Californian style overlooking the sparkling waters of Newport Bay, just a stone's throw from the Pacific Ocean. The hotel offers elegant rooms and suites, decorated in a bright, coastal-inspired palette, with balconies or terraces perfect for enjoying sunsets over the water. Its beach club & spa, heated outdoor pool, and several oceanfront restaurants and lounges invite guests to extend their experience, blending surfing, relaxation, and culinary creativity. A quintessential coastal retreat, this address embodies the Californian lifestyle—informal, subtly sophisticated, and resolutely focused on the horizon.
Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel
Newport Beach
Nestled on the Newport Beach peninsula, Bay Shores Peninsula exudes chic Californian style overlooking the sparkling waters of Newport Bay, just a stone's throw from the Pacific Ocean. The hotel offers elegant rooms and suites, decorated in a bright, coastal-inspired palette, with balconies or terraces perfect for enjoying sunsets over the water. Its beach club & spa, heated outdoor pool, and several oceanfront restaurants and lounges invite guests to extend their experience, blending surfing, relaxation, and culinary creativity. A quintessential coastal retreat, this address embodies the Californian lifestyle—informal, subtly sophisticated, and resolutely focused on the horizon.
Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra
Costa d’en Blanes - Spain
Located on the exclusive Costa d’en Blanes coastline in the municipality of Calvià, Mallorca, Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra is a new seaside gem where contemporary luxury blends seamlessly into the Mediterranean landscape. The resort boasts 131 rooms, suites, and bungalows, each with a terrace or balcony offering full or partial sea views, some even featuring a private panoramic pool. For an exceptional experience, several restaurants inspired by local and international flavors, along with a signature spa—complete with indoor and outdoor pools—combine gastronomy, wellness, and refined hospitality overlooking the crystal-clear waters. A true Mediterranean haven, the resort embodies understated elegance and the laid-back island lifestyle in one of Spain’s most sought-after destinations.
Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra
Costa d’en Blanes - Spain
Located on the exclusive Costa d’en Blanes coastline in the municipality of Calvià, Mallorca, Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra is a new seaside gem where contemporary luxury blends seamlessly into the Mediterranean landscape. The resort boasts 131 rooms, suites, and bungalows, each with a terrace or balcony offering full or partial sea views, some even featuring a private panoramic pool. For an exceptional experience, several restaurants inspired by local and international flavors, along with a signature spa—complete with indoor and outdoor pools—combine gastronomy, wellness, and refined hospitality overlooking the crystal-clear waters. A true Mediterranean haven, the resort embodies understated elegance and the laid-back island lifestyle in one of Spain’s most sought-after destinations.
Rimrock Banff, Emblems Collection
Banff - Canada
Nestled in Banff National Park in Canada’s Rocky Mountains, Rimrock Banff stands as a luxurious alpine retreat, just minutes from the heart of Banff Village. The hotel is set to reopen as part of the Emblems Collection, featuring 257 elegant rooms and suites, each meticulously designed with attention to detail that blends modern comfort with mountain influences, often boasting spectacular views of the surrounding mountains, valleys, or forests. Its culinary offerings are complemented by a world-class spa, fitness center, and thermal pools for relaxation after a day of hiking, skiing, or exploring. Between breathtaking natural beauty, warm hospitality, and sophisticated comfort, Rimrock Banff embodies the art of alpine escape in the heart of one of Canada’s most iconic landscapes.
Rimrock Banff, Emblems Collection
Banff - Canada
Nestled in Banff National Park in Canada’s Rocky Mountains, Rimrock Banff stands as a luxurious alpine retreat, just minutes from the heart of Banff Village. The hotel is set to reopen as part of the Emblems Collection, featuring 257 elegant rooms and suites, each meticulously designed with attention to detail that blends modern comfort with mountain influences, often boasting spectacular views of the surrounding mountains, valleys, or forests. Its culinary offerings are complemented by a world-class spa, fitness center, and thermal pools for relaxation after a day of hiking, skiing, or exploring. Between breathtaking natural beauty, warm hospitality, and sophisticated comfort, Rimrock Banff embodies the art of alpine escape in the heart of one of Canada’s most iconic landscapes.
Cabo
Kavos - Greece
Located on the beachfront in southern Corfu, near Arkoudilas Beach and Lefkimmi Harbour, Cabo is a fully renovated adults-only resort that embodies contemporary chic and a relaxed island atmosphere. The hotel offers 60 modern rooms and suites with sea views, all bathed in natural light and featuring private balconies to enjoy the Ionian horizon. Its all-inclusive concept blends creative Mediterranean cuisine, lively bars, and wellness facilities (pools, spa, yoga) in a seaside setting, inviting guests to alternate between relaxation and exploration. A true lifestyle destination on the island, Cabo combines minimalist design, beach rhythms, and Greek hospitality under the Mediterranean sun.
Cabo
Kavos - Greece
Located on the beachfront in southern Corfu, near Arkoudilas Beach and Lefkimmi Harbour, Cabo is a fully renovated adults-only resort that embodies contemporary chic and a relaxed island atmosphere. The hotel offers 60 modern rooms and suites with sea views, all bathed in natural light and featuring private balconies to enjoy the Ionian horizon. Its all-inclusive concept blends creative Mediterranean cuisine, lively bars, and wellness facilities (pools, spa, yoga) in a seaside setting, inviting guests to alternate between relaxation and exploration. A true lifestyle destination on the island, Cabo combines minimalist design, beach rhythms, and Greek hospitality under the Mediterranean sun.
Nordelaia
Beaulieu-sur-Mer - France
Nordelaia is located in the village of Beaulieu-sur-Mer in the South of France. A 1960s seafront building has been transformed by Yakusha Studio with a minimalist design. The hotel, which overlooks the village’s harbor, consists of 33 rooms, exuding a sense of calm thanks to a soft color palette, softened edges, and the use of natural and local materials. A rooftop terrace, currently the only one in Beaulieu, offers views of the Mediterranean Sea.
Nordelaia
Beaulieu-sur-Mer - France
Nordelaia is located in the village of Beaulieu-sur-Mer in the South of France. A 1960s seafront building has been transformed by Yakusha Studio with a minimalist design. The hotel, which overlooks the village’s harbor, consists of 33 rooms, exuding a sense of calm thanks to a soft color palette, softened edges, and the use of natural and local materials. A rooftop terrace, currently the only one in Beaulieu, offers views of the Mediterranean Sea.
Santa Lucia Jungle Hacienda, Autograph Collection
Tárcoles - Costa Rica
Tropical immersion and understated luxury converge at Santa Lucía Jungle Hacienda, a boutique hotel nestled on the edge of the Carara National Park rainforest, on the banks of the Río Tárcoles River, about 90 minutes from the capital. The 87 rooms and suites, inspired by colonial architecture but reimagined with restraint, all face the mountains or the jungle, offering expansive views of the surrounding wilderness. Among them, the elegant "River Bliss" suites, located right on the riverbank, feature private terraces, outdoor fireplaces, and complete privacy. With its riverside pools, spa, local restaurant, and excursions—including boat safaris, hiking, kayaking, and wildlife viewing—the hotel blends comfort, adventure, and eco-consciousness in a unique tropical setting.
Santa Lucia Jungle Hacienda, Autograph Collection
Tárcoles - Costa Rica
Tropical immersion and understated luxury converge at Santa Lucía Jungle Hacienda, a boutique hotel nestled on the edge of the Carara National Park rainforest, on the banks of the Río Tárcoles River, about 90 minutes from the capital. The 87 rooms and suites, inspired by colonial architecture but reimagined with restraint, all face the mountains or the jungle, offering expansive views of the surrounding wilderness. Among them, the elegant "River Bliss" suites, located right on the riverbank, feature private terraces, outdoor fireplaces, and complete privacy. With its riverside pools, spa, local restaurant, and excursions—including boat safaris, hiking, kayaking, and wildlife viewing—the hotel blends comfort, adventure, and eco-consciousness in a unique tropical setting.
Castel Badia
San Lorenzo di Sebato - Italy
Perched on a hilltop in the Dolomites, the ancient castle-monastery Castel Badia combines a thousand years of history with contemporary comfort to offer a rare mountain escape. Its 28 unique rooms and suites blend ancient stone, warm wood, and modern furnishings, with breathtaking views of the valleys or the blooming gardens. On offer: a spa nestled within the ancient vaults, treatments inspired by local herbs, and reimagined Alpine cuisine served in its stone lounges. Just five minutes from the Plan de Corones ski area, this haven embodies the balance between heritage, nature, and serenity—a rejuvenating retreat in the heart of the Dolomites.
Castel Badia
San Lorenzo di Sebato - Italy
Perched on a hilltop in the Dolomites, the ancient castle-monastery Castel Badia combines a thousand years of history with contemporary comfort to offer a rare mountain escape. Its 28 unique rooms and suites blend ancient stone, warm wood, and modern furnishings, with breathtaking views of the valleys or the blooming gardens. On offer: a spa nestled within the ancient vaults, treatments inspired by local herbs, and reimagined Alpine cuisine served in its stone lounges. Just five minutes from the Plan de Corones ski area, this haven embodies the balance between heritage, nature, and serenity—a rejuvenating retreat in the heart of the Dolomites.
Falkensteiner Resort Lake Garda
Salo - Italy
Perched on the southwest shore of Lake Garda, a stone's throw from the historic center of Salò, the Falkensteiner Resort Lake Garda is a five-star destination where contemporary elegance and natural beauty blend harmoniously in a Mediterranean setting. The resort boasts 97 refined rooms and suites, designed in natural tones that echo the landscape of the lake and surrounding hills, with balconies or terraces perfect for enjoying every sunrise and sunset. The culinary spaces, from the main restaurant to the rooftop bar with its panoramic views, invite guests to savor Italian flavors in a chic yet relaxed atmosphere, while the Acquapura Spa draws on local plants and traditions to offer wellness and relaxation. A true lakeside sanctuary, this resort reinvents the lakeside experience, blending refinement, nature, and Italian hospitality.
Falkensteiner Resort Lake Garda
Salo - Italy
Perched on the southwest shore of Lake Garda, a stone's throw from the historic center of Salò, the Falkensteiner Resort Lake Garda is a five-star destination where contemporary elegance and natural beauty blend harmoniously in a Mediterranean setting. The resort boasts 97 refined rooms and suites, designed in natural tones that echo the landscape of the lake and surrounding hills, with balconies or terraces perfect for enjoying every sunrise and sunset. The culinary spaces, from the main restaurant to the rooftop bar with its panoramic views, invite guests to savor Italian flavors in a chic yet relaxed atmosphere, while the Acquapura Spa draws on local plants and traditions to offer wellness and relaxation. A true lakeside sanctuary, this resort reinvents the lakeside experience, blending refinement, nature, and Italian hospitality.
Izu Retreat by Onko Chishin
Higashiizu - Japan
Perched on the verdant hills of the Izu Peninsula, overlooking the Pacific Ocean and volcanic landscapes, Izu Retreat by Onko Chishin embodies a contemporary Japanese retreat where nature, serenity, and design blend seamlessly. The resort offers elegant rooms and suites opening onto the sea or gardens, conceived as sanctuaries of light, tranquility, and minimalist comfort. At the heart of the experience, onsen thermal baths, a holistic spa, and locally inspired meals—highlighting seafood and seasonal vegetables—further enhance the invitation to relaxation. A true haven facing the vast blue sea, Izu Retreat celebrates the slow pace of life, the harmony of the elements, and the Japanese art of being present in the moment.
Izu Retreat by Onko Chishin
Higashiizu - Japan
Perched on the verdant hills of the Izu Peninsula, overlooking the Pacific Ocean and volcanic landscapes, Izu Retreat by Onko Chishin embodies a contemporary Japanese retreat where nature, serenity, and design blend seamlessly. The resort offers elegant rooms and suites opening onto the sea or gardens, conceived as sanctuaries of light, tranquility, and minimalist comfort. At the heart of the experience, onsen thermal baths, a holistic spa, and locally inspired meals—highlighting seafood and seasonal vegetables—further enhance the invitation to relaxation. A true haven facing the vast blue sea, Izu Retreat celebrates the slow pace of life, the harmony of the elements, and the Japanese art of being present in the moment.
The Huntington Hotel
San Francisco - United States
Nestled in the elegant Nob Hill neighborhood, The Huntington Hotel embodies the pinnacle of classic San Francisco hospitality with timeless charm and a discreet presence in the heart of the city. The hotel offers refined rooms where modern comfort blends with a warm, understated aesthetic, perfect for unwinding after a day of urban exploration. Its restaurant serves Californian cuisine inspired by local ingredients, while an intimate lounge bar invites relaxed evenings over cocktails. A true urban retreat, The Huntington combines historic elegance, attentive service, and an ideal location just steps from the iconic cable car and the city's hills.
The Huntington Hotel
San Francisco - United States
Nestled in the elegant Nob Hill neighborhood, The Huntington Hotel embodies the pinnacle of classic San Francisco hospitality with timeless charm and a discreet presence in the heart of the city. The hotel offers refined rooms where modern comfort blends with a warm, understated aesthetic, perfect for unwinding after a day of urban exploration. Its restaurant serves Californian cuisine inspired by local ingredients, while an intimate lounge bar invites relaxed evenings over cocktails. A true urban retreat, The Huntington combines historic elegance, attentive service, and an ideal location just steps from the iconic cable car and the city's hills.
Alpine Boutique Hotel wollée
Schladming - Austria
At the foot of the slopes in Schladming, in the Dachstein region, the Alpine Boutique Hotel Wollée is a new mountain hotel where contemporary design meets a welcoming alpine atmosphere. The hotel offers 32 rooms and suites, including two panoramic penthouses, all with balconies offering spectacular views of the surrounding peaks. After a day of skiing or hiking, guests can enjoy a modern take on regional cuisine in the restaurant or relax in the wellness area with its heated outdoor pool, saunas, and gym. Wollée embodies a modern and inviting retreat, perfect for savoring the fresh air of the Austrian Alps in every season.
Alpine Boutique Hotel wollée
Schladming - Austria
At the foot of the slopes in Schladming, in the Dachstein region, the Alpine Boutique Hotel Wollée is a new mountain hotel where contemporary design meets a welcoming alpine atmosphere. The hotel offers 32 rooms and suites, including two panoramic penthouses, all with balconies offering spectacular views of the surrounding peaks. After a day of skiing or hiking, guests can enjoy a modern take on regional cuisine in the restaurant or relax in the wellness area with its heated outdoor pool, saunas, and gym. Wollée embodies a modern and inviting retreat, perfect for savoring the fresh air of the Austrian Alps in every season.
The Zetter Bloomsbury
Bloomsbury - England
A new jewel in London’s boutique hotel scene, The Zetter Bloomsbury will open its doors in March 2026 in a row of interconnected Georgian houses opposite the British Museum, in the heart of Bloomsbury’s cultural district. The hotel offers 68 rooms and suites designed as elegant retreats, blending contemporary comfort with touches inspired by the area’s literary history. Its communal spaces—a lounge bar, a bright dining room, and a garden terrace—complete the experience, providing an intimate and refined address for discovering London in style.
The Zetter Bloomsbury
Bloomsbury - England
A new jewel in London’s boutique hotel scene, The Zetter Bloomsbury will open its doors in March 2026 in a row of interconnected Georgian houses opposite the British Museum, in the heart of Bloomsbury’s cultural district. The hotel offers 68 rooms and suites designed as elegant retreats, blending contemporary comfort with touches inspired by the area’s literary history. Its communal spaces—a lounge bar, a bright dining room, and a garden terrace—complete the experience, providing an intimate and refined address for discovering London in style.
Joud by the Sea Zanzibar
Mfumbwi - Zanzibar
Nestled along a pristine beach in Jambiani, on the island of Zanzibar, Joud by the Sea embodies a chic and contemplative seaside retreat. The resort offers 32 accommodations, ranging from elegant Deluxe rooms to spacious ocean-view villas, blending minimalist design with details inspired by local architecture. Its beachfront restaurant serves up flavors inspired by the ocean, while three outdoor pools offer spaces for swimming and relaxation. For wellness, the resort offers open-air massages, sunrise yoga, and a tranquil pace that celebrates slowness and connection with nature.
Joud by the Sea Zanzibar
Mfumbwi - Zanzibar
Nestled along a pristine beach in Jambiani, on the island of Zanzibar, Joud by the Sea embodies a chic and contemplative seaside retreat. The resort offers 32 accommodations, ranging from elegant Deluxe rooms to spacious ocean-view villas, blending minimalist design with details inspired by local architecture. Its beachfront restaurant serves up flavors inspired by the ocean, while three outdoor pools offer spaces for swimming and relaxation. For wellness, the resort offers open-air massages, sunrise yoga, and a tranquil pace that celebrates slowness and connection with nature.
Casa Serras Andorra
Andorra la Vella - Andorra
Located in the heart of Andorra la Vella, on Avenida Meritxell, Casa Serras Andorra embodies the art of "mountain + city + relaxation" in a chic and laid-back setting. The rooms and suites blend contemporary design with warm comfort, and some offer direct views of the vibrant capital. The hotel completes the experience with a Health & Social Club—spa, wellness center, and fitness center—perfect for unwinding after a day in the mountains or exploring the city. To extend the experience, a lounge bar and a seasonal restaurant showcase local produce in a convivial atmosphere—ideal for savoring all that Andorra has to offer.
Casa Serras Andorra
Andorra la Vella - Andorra
Located in the heart of Andorra la Vella, on Avenida Meritxell, Casa Serras Andorra embodies the art of "mountain + city + relaxation" in a chic and laid-back setting. The rooms and suites blend contemporary design with warm comfort, and some offer direct views of the vibrant capital. The hotel completes the experience with a Health & Social Club—spa, wellness center, and fitness center—perfect for unwinding after a day in the mountains or exploring the city. To extend the experience, a lounge bar and a seasonal restaurant showcase local produce in a convivial atmosphere—ideal for savoring all that Andorra has to offer.
The Site Hotel Ibiza
Playa d'en Bossa - Spain
Located on Talamanca Beach, overlooking the deep blue of the Mediterranean and just minutes from Ibiza's historic center, The Site Hotel Ibiza embodies a contemporary take on chic beach holidays. The hotel offers elegant rooms and suites designed as luminous havens—minimalist décor, large bay windows, and terraces opening onto the sea or the turquoise waters of the bay. Its fusion restaurant blends Mediterranean flavors with creative touches, while a spa, an infinity pool, and wellness areas invite relaxation under the Ibizan sun. A true "urban beach escape," the hotel combines contemporary sophistication, island rhythm, and the laid-back beach lifestyle.
The Site Hotel Ibiza
Playa d'en Bossa - Spain
Located on Talamanca Beach, overlooking the deep blue of the Mediterranean and just minutes from Ibiza's historic center, The Site Hotel Ibiza embodies a contemporary take on chic beach holidays. The hotel offers elegant rooms and suites designed as luminous havens—minimalist décor, large bay windows, and terraces opening onto the sea or the turquoise waters of the bay. Its fusion restaurant blends Mediterranean flavors with creative touches, while a spa, an infinity pool, and wellness areas invite relaxation under the Ibizan sun. A true "urban beach escape," the hotel combines contemporary sophistication, island rhythm, and the laid-back beach lifestyle.
Hotel Coeur Marin
Les Sables dʼOlonne - France
Just steps from the seafront in Les Sables-d’Olonne, the Hôtel Cœur Marin is preparing to reopen its doors in March 2026 after a complete renovation. This reimagined historic address will offer elegant and luminous interiors, where natural materials, soft hues, and oceanic inspirations will create a serene atmosphere, true to the Vendée seaside spirit. Conceived as a contemporary haven facing the Atlantic, the hotel will embody a new generation of chic and discreet hospitality, ideal for savoring the coast at the gentle rhythm of the waves.
Hotel Coeur Marin
Les Sables dʼOlonne - France
Just steps from the seafront in Les Sables-d’Olonne, the Hôtel Cœur Marin is preparing to reopen its doors in March 2026 after a complete renovation. This reimagined historic address will offer elegant and luminous interiors, where natural materials, soft hues, and oceanic inspirations will create a serene atmosphere, true to the Vendée seaside spirit. Conceived as a contemporary haven facing the Atlantic, the hotel will embody a new generation of chic and discreet hospitality, ideal for savoring the coast at the gentle rhythm of the waves.
Ciel Dubai Marina
Dubai Marina - United Arab Emirates
Nestled within the iconic Dubai Marina, Ciel Dubai Marina redefines urban hospitality with an elegant signature where contemporary luxury and endless views meet above the glittering skyscrapers. The hotel offers 545 refined rooms and suites, all bathed in natural light, with clean lines and spectacular panoramas of the marina or the Arabian Gulf, for a truly cosmopolitan experience. Its collection of restaurants and lounges, from the trendy rooftop to the sophisticated bar, complements global flavors in a chic and vibrant atmosphere. A true haven in the heart of the cityscape, Ciel embodies Dubai's airy glamour, where breathtaking vistas, bold design, and metropolitan living blend seamlessly.
Ciel Dubai Marina
Dubai Marina - United Arab Emirates
Nestled within the iconic Dubai Marina, Ciel Dubai Marina redefines urban hospitality with an elegant signature where contemporary luxury and endless views meet above the glittering skyscrapers. The hotel offers 545 refined rooms and suites, all bathed in natural light, with clean lines and spectacular panoramas of the marina or the Arabian Gulf, for a truly cosmopolitan experience. Its collection of restaurants and lounges, from the trendy rooftop to the sophisticated bar, complements global flavors in a chic and vibrant atmosphere. A true haven in the heart of the cityscape, Ciel embodies Dubai's airy glamour, where breathtaking vistas, bold design, and metropolitan living blend seamlessly.
Wilde Tigmi
Essaouira - Morocco
Just minutes from Essaouira's medina, Wilde Tigmi reveals itself as a bohemian and secluded haven, nestled between argan trees and the Atlantic Ocean. This intimate retreat houses nine unique rooms and suites, where Moroccan craftsmanship, clean lines, and a warm atmosphere blend seamlessly, far removed from traditional hotel conventions. Conceived as both a living space and a sanctuary, the hotel cultivates the art of slow living with a palm-fringed pool, a locally sourced restaurant, and a free-spirited, creative ambiance deeply inspired by the soul of Essaouira.
Wilde Tigmi
Essaouira - Morocco
Just minutes from Essaouira's medina, Wilde Tigmi reveals itself as a bohemian and secluded haven, nestled between argan trees and the Atlantic Ocean. This intimate retreat houses nine unique rooms and suites, where Moroccan craftsmanship, clean lines, and a warm atmosphere blend seamlessly, far removed from traditional hotel conventions. Conceived as both a living space and a sanctuary, the hotel cultivates the art of slow living with a palm-fringed pool, a locally sourced restaurant, and a free-spirited, creative ambiance deeply inspired by the soul of Essaouira.
Les Sources de Vougeot
Vougeot - France
Just a stone's throw from the legendary Clos de Vougeot, in the heart of the Côte de Nuits' classified vineyards, Les Sources de Vougeot occupies a former Cistercian residence reimagined as a five-star retreat. The hotel boasts 49 rooms and suites with a warm aesthetic, blending stone, original terracotta tiles, and Burgundian antiques in a chic country house style. For dining, Chef Julien Martin oversees a gourmet restaurant and a contemporary inn celebrating local produce, while a Caudalie spa nestled beneath medieval vaults offers pools, a sauna, and vinotherapy rituals, complemented by an outdoor pool in the heart of the gardens.
Les Sources de Vougeot
Vougeot - France
Just a stone's throw from the legendary Clos de Vougeot, in the heart of the Côte de Nuits' classified vineyards, Les Sources de Vougeot occupies a former Cistercian residence reimagined as a five-star retreat. The hotel boasts 49 rooms and suites with a warm aesthetic, blending stone, original terracotta tiles, and Burgundian antiques in a chic country house style. For dining, Chef Julien Martin oversees a gourmet restaurant and a contemporary inn celebrating local produce, while a Caudalie spa nestled beneath medieval vaults offers pools, a sauna, and vinotherapy rituals, complemented by an outdoor pool in the heart of the gardens.
SLS The Red Sea
Red Sea - Saudi Arabia
On the island of Shura, a jewel in Saudi Arabia's The Red Sea project, SLS The Red Sea has established itself as a luxurious and theatrical retreat on a pristine white-sand beach. Opening in late November 2025 with 150 rooms, suites, and villas—including 15 private pool villas—the resort, designed around Foster + Partners' "coral bloom" concept, blends visual boldness, natural textures, and playful touches. Five restaurants and bars invite guests on a daring culinary journey around the world, while the Ciel Spa, the large swimming pool, an open-air cinema, and kids' clubs punctuate the days in a vibrant and sun-drenched atmosphere. A true stage for seaside expression on the Red Sea, the resort combines design, entertainment, and well-being within an exceptional natural environment.
SLS The Red Sea
Red Sea - Saudi Arabia
On the island of Shura, a jewel in Saudi Arabia's The Red Sea project, SLS The Red Sea has established itself as a luxurious and theatrical retreat on a pristine white-sand beach. Opening in late November 2025 with 150 rooms, suites, and villas—including 15 private pool villas—the resort, designed around Foster + Partners' "coral bloom" concept, blends visual boldness, natural textures, and playful touches. Five restaurants and bars invite guests on a daring culinary journey around the world, while the Ciel Spa, the large swimming pool, an open-air cinema, and kids' clubs punctuate the days in a vibrant and sun-drenched atmosphere. A true stage for seaside expression on the Red Sea, the resort combines design, entertainment, and well-being within an exceptional natural environment.
The Companion
Vienna - Austria
In the heart of the Austrian capital, The Companion Vienna unveils 138 rooms designed as elegant urban retreats. Conceived by designer Piotr Wiśniewski, the interior blends Viennese parquet flooring, natural stone, and contemporary lines in a sophisticated yet welcoming style. Each space cultivates a hushed atmosphere, a subtle interlude between local artistic heritage and modernity. The experience is like an inspired interlude: a creative haven where you can slow down, in harmony with Vienna's vibrant rhythm.
The Companion
Vienna - Austria
In the heart of the Austrian capital, The Companion Vienna unveils 138 rooms designed as elegant urban retreats. Conceived by designer Piotr Wiśniewski, the interior blends Viennese parquet flooring, natural stone, and contemporary lines in a sophisticated yet welcoming style. Each space cultivates a hushed atmosphere, a subtle interlude between local artistic heritage and modernity. The experience is like an inspired interlude: a creative haven where you can slow down, in harmony with Vienna's vibrant rhythm.
Finca Banyols, Vignette Collection
Alaró - Spain
Nestled in the verdant hills of Alaró, in the heart of the Majorcan countryside and facing the Serra de Tramuntana mountains, Finca Banyols, Vignette Collection reimagines a traditional finca as a sophisticated rural retreat. This restored historic estate houses approximately 35 elegant rooms, where exposed beams, natural stone, and contemporary lines combine to create an aesthetic that is both authentic and refined. Dining options include several restaurants, one of which is a fine-dining establishment showcasing local produce, while a spa inspired by the estate's ingredients, an indoor pool, and an outdoor pool extend the experience in the spirit of a Mediterranean retreat.
Finca Banyols, Vignette Collection
Alaró - Spain
Nestled in the verdant hills of Alaró, in the heart of the Majorcan countryside and facing the Serra de Tramuntana mountains, Finca Banyols, Vignette Collection reimagines a traditional finca as a sophisticated rural retreat. This restored historic estate houses approximately 35 elegant rooms, where exposed beams, natural stone, and contemporary lines combine to create an aesthetic that is both authentic and refined. Dining options include several restaurants, one of which is a fine-dining establishment showcasing local produce, while a spa inspired by the estate's ingredients, an indoor pool, and an outdoor pool extend the experience in the spirit of a Mediterranean retreat.
Dunluce Lodge
Antrim - Ireland
On Northern Ireland’s spectacular Antrim coast, Dunluce Lodge stands as a contemporary address overlooking the Atlantic, just steps from the legendary Dunluce Castle. The hotel features 35 elegant suites, with clean lines and natural materials, all designed to capture the ever-changing light and panoramic sea views. Its gourmet restaurant celebrates local seafood and Northern Irish produce, while a refined spa, with an indoor pool and relaxation areas, extends the slow living experience. Blending unspoiled nature, understated design, and a discreet art of living, Dunluce Lodge offers an exceptional retreat at the edge of the world.
Dunluce Lodge
Antrim - Ireland
On Northern Ireland’s spectacular Antrim coast, Dunluce Lodge stands as a contemporary address overlooking the Atlantic, just steps from the legendary Dunluce Castle. The hotel features 35 elegant suites, with clean lines and natural materials, all designed to capture the ever-changing light and panoramic sea views. Its gourmet restaurant celebrates local seafood and Northern Irish produce, while a refined spa, with an indoor pool and relaxation areas, extends the slow living experience. Blending unspoiled nature, understated design, and a discreet art of living, Dunluce Lodge offers an exceptional retreat at the edge of the world.
JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo
Tokyo - Japan
Nestled in Tokyo’s new Takanawa Gateway City district, the JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo embodies the arrival of the JW brand in the Japanese capital, offering a zen-like luxury retreat above the urban bustle. The hotel features 200 guest rooms and suites, including a selection of Mindful Rooms designed for well-being and relaxation, with panoramic views of the Tokyo skyline. For dining, several restaurants, as well as sophisticated bars and lounges, extend the culinary experience in refined style. A spa, swimming pool, fitness center, and dedicated quiet spaces complete this elegant and serene urban haven, ideally connected to Japan’s airport and rail network.
JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo
Tokyo - Japan
Nestled in Tokyo’s new Takanawa Gateway City district, the JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo embodies the arrival of the JW brand in the Japanese capital, offering a zen-like luxury retreat above the urban bustle. The hotel features 200 guest rooms and suites, including a selection of Mindful Rooms designed for well-being and relaxation, with panoramic views of the Tokyo skyline. For dining, several restaurants, as well as sophisticated bars and lounges, extend the culinary experience in refined style. A spa, swimming pool, fitness center, and dedicated quiet spaces complete this elegant and serene urban haven, ideally connected to Japan’s airport and rail network.
Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel
Newport Beach
Nestled on the Newport Beach peninsula, Bay Shores Peninsula exudes chic Californian style overlooking the sparkling waters of Newport Bay, just a stone's throw from the Pacific Ocean. The hotel offers elegant rooms and suites, decorated in a bright, coastal-inspired palette, with balconies or terraces perfect for enjoying sunsets over the water. Its beach club & spa, heated outdoor pool, and several oceanfront restaurants and lounges invite guests to extend their experience, blending surfing, relaxation, and culinary creativity. A quintessential coastal retreat, this address embodies the Californian lifestyle—informal, subtly sophisticated, and resolutely focused on the horizon.
Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel
Newport Beach
Nestled on the Newport Beach peninsula, Bay Shores Peninsula exudes chic Californian style overlooking the sparkling waters of Newport Bay, just a stone's throw from the Pacific Ocean. The hotel offers elegant rooms and suites, decorated in a bright, coastal-inspired palette, with balconies or terraces perfect for enjoying sunsets over the water. Its beach club & spa, heated outdoor pool, and several oceanfront restaurants and lounges invite guests to extend their experience, blending surfing, relaxation, and culinary creativity. A quintessential coastal retreat, this address embodies the Californian lifestyle—informal, subtly sophisticated, and resolutely focused on the horizon.
Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra
Costa d’en Blanes - Spain
Located on the exclusive Costa d’en Blanes coastline in the municipality of Calvià, Mallorca, Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra is a new seaside gem where contemporary luxury blends seamlessly into the Mediterranean landscape. The resort boasts 131 rooms, suites, and bungalows, each with a terrace or balcony offering full or partial sea views, some even featuring a private panoramic pool. For an exceptional experience, several restaurants inspired by local and international flavors, along with a signature spa—complete with indoor and outdoor pools—combine gastronomy, wellness, and refined hospitality overlooking the crystal-clear waters. A true Mediterranean haven, the resort embodies understated elegance and the laid-back island lifestyle in one of Spain’s most sought-after destinations.
Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra
Costa d’en Blanes - Spain
Located on the exclusive Costa d’en Blanes coastline in the municipality of Calvià, Mallorca, Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra is a new seaside gem where contemporary luxury blends seamlessly into the Mediterranean landscape. The resort boasts 131 rooms, suites, and bungalows, each with a terrace or balcony offering full or partial sea views, some even featuring a private panoramic pool. For an exceptional experience, several restaurants inspired by local and international flavors, along with a signature spa—complete with indoor and outdoor pools—combine gastronomy, wellness, and refined hospitality overlooking the crystal-clear waters. A true Mediterranean haven, the resort embodies understated elegance and the laid-back island lifestyle in one of Spain’s most sought-after destinations.
Rimrock Banff, Emblems Collection
Banff - Canada
Nestled in Banff National Park in Canada’s Rocky Mountains, Rimrock Banff stands as a luxurious alpine retreat, just minutes from the heart of Banff Village. The hotel is set to reopen as part of the Emblems Collection, featuring 257 elegant rooms and suites, each meticulously designed with attention to detail that blends modern comfort with mountain influences, often boasting spectacular views of the surrounding mountains, valleys, or forests. Its culinary offerings are complemented by a world-class spa, fitness center, and thermal pools for relaxation after a day of hiking, skiing, or exploring. Between breathtaking natural beauty, warm hospitality, and sophisticated comfort, Rimrock Banff embodies the art of alpine escape in the heart of one of Canada’s most iconic landscapes.
Rimrock Banff, Emblems Collection
Banff - Canada
Nestled in Banff National Park in Canada’s Rocky Mountains, Rimrock Banff stands as a luxurious alpine retreat, just minutes from the heart of Banff Village. The hotel is set to reopen as part of the Emblems Collection, featuring 257 elegant rooms and suites, each meticulously designed with attention to detail that blends modern comfort with mountain influences, often boasting spectacular views of the surrounding mountains, valleys, or forests. Its culinary offerings are complemented by a world-class spa, fitness center, and thermal pools for relaxation after a day of hiking, skiing, or exploring. Between breathtaking natural beauty, warm hospitality, and sophisticated comfort, Rimrock Banff embodies the art of alpine escape in the heart of one of Canada’s most iconic landscapes.
Cabo
Kavos - Greece
Located on the beachfront in southern Corfu, near Arkoudilas Beach and Lefkimmi Harbour, Cabo is a fully renovated adults-only resort that embodies contemporary chic and a relaxed island atmosphere. The hotel offers 60 modern rooms and suites with sea views, all bathed in natural light and featuring private balconies to enjoy the Ionian horizon. Its all-inclusive concept blends creative Mediterranean cuisine, lively bars, and wellness facilities (pools, spa, yoga) in a seaside setting, inviting guests to alternate between relaxation and exploration. A true lifestyle destination on the island, Cabo combines minimalist design, beach rhythms, and Greek hospitality under the Mediterranean sun.
Cabo
Kavos - Greece
Located on the beachfront in southern Corfu, near Arkoudilas Beach and Lefkimmi Harbour, Cabo is a fully renovated adults-only resort that embodies contemporary chic and a relaxed island atmosphere. The hotel offers 60 modern rooms and suites with sea views, all bathed in natural light and featuring private balconies to enjoy the Ionian horizon. Its all-inclusive concept blends creative Mediterranean cuisine, lively bars, and wellness facilities (pools, spa, yoga) in a seaside setting, inviting guests to alternate between relaxation and exploration. A true lifestyle destination on the island, Cabo combines minimalist design, beach rhythms, and Greek hospitality under the Mediterranean sun.
Nordelaia
Beaulieu-sur-Mer - France
Nordelaia is located in the village of Beaulieu-sur-Mer in the South of France. A 1960s seafront building has been transformed by Yakusha Studio with a minimalist design. The hotel, which overlooks the village’s harbor, consists of 33 rooms, exuding a sense of calm thanks to a soft color palette, softened edges, and the use of natural and local materials. A rooftop terrace, currently the only one in Beaulieu, offers views of the Mediterranean Sea.
Nordelaia
Beaulieu-sur-Mer - France
Nordelaia is located in the village of Beaulieu-sur-Mer in the South of France. A 1960s seafront building has been transformed by Yakusha Studio with a minimalist design. The hotel, which overlooks the village’s harbor, consists of 33 rooms, exuding a sense of calm thanks to a soft color palette, softened edges, and the use of natural and local materials. A rooftop terrace, currently the only one in Beaulieu, offers views of the Mediterranean Sea.
Santa Lucia Jungle Hacienda, Autograph Collection
Tárcoles - Costa Rica
Tropical immersion and understated luxury converge at Santa Lucía Jungle Hacienda, a boutique hotel nestled on the edge of the Carara National Park rainforest, on the banks of the Río Tárcoles River, about 90 minutes from the capital. The 87 rooms and suites, inspired by colonial architecture but reimagined with restraint, all face the mountains or the jungle, offering expansive views of the surrounding wilderness. Among them, the elegant "River Bliss" suites, located right on the riverbank, feature private terraces, outdoor fireplaces, and complete privacy. With its riverside pools, spa, local restaurant, and excursions—including boat safaris, hiking, kayaking, and wildlife viewing—the hotel blends comfort, adventure, and eco-consciousness in a unique tropical setting.
Santa Lucia Jungle Hacienda, Autograph Collection
Tárcoles - Costa Rica
Tropical immersion and understated luxury converge at Santa Lucía Jungle Hacienda, a boutique hotel nestled on the edge of the Carara National Park rainforest, on the banks of the Río Tárcoles River, about 90 minutes from the capital. The 87 rooms and suites, inspired by colonial architecture but reimagined with restraint, all face the mountains or the jungle, offering expansive views of the surrounding wilderness. Among them, the elegant "River Bliss" suites, located right on the riverbank, feature private terraces, outdoor fireplaces, and complete privacy. With its riverside pools, spa, local restaurant, and excursions—including boat safaris, hiking, kayaking, and wildlife viewing—the hotel blends comfort, adventure, and eco-consciousness in a unique tropical setting.
Castel Badia
San Lorenzo di Sebato - Italy
Perched on a hilltop in the Dolomites, the ancient castle-monastery Castel Badia combines a thousand years of history with contemporary comfort to offer a rare mountain escape. Its 28 unique rooms and suites blend ancient stone, warm wood, and modern furnishings, with breathtaking views of the valleys or the blooming gardens. On offer: a spa nestled within the ancient vaults, treatments inspired by local herbs, and reimagined Alpine cuisine served in its stone lounges. Just five minutes from the Plan de Corones ski area, this haven embodies the balance between heritage, nature, and serenity—a rejuvenating retreat in the heart of the Dolomites.
Castel Badia
San Lorenzo di Sebato - Italy
Perched on a hilltop in the Dolomites, the ancient castle-monastery Castel Badia combines a thousand years of history with contemporary comfort to offer a rare mountain escape. Its 28 unique rooms and suites blend ancient stone, warm wood, and modern furnishings, with breathtaking views of the valleys or the blooming gardens. On offer: a spa nestled within the ancient vaults, treatments inspired by local herbs, and reimagined Alpine cuisine served in its stone lounges. Just five minutes from the Plan de Corones ski area, this haven embodies the balance between heritage, nature, and serenity—a rejuvenating retreat in the heart of the Dolomites.
Falkensteiner Resort Lake Garda
Salo - Italy
Perched on the southwest shore of Lake Garda, a stone's throw from the historic center of Salò, the Falkensteiner Resort Lake Garda is a five-star destination where contemporary elegance and natural beauty blend harmoniously in a Mediterranean setting. The resort boasts 97 refined rooms and suites, designed in natural tones that echo the landscape of the lake and surrounding hills, with balconies or terraces perfect for enjoying every sunrise and sunset. The culinary spaces, from the main restaurant to the rooftop bar with its panoramic views, invite guests to savor Italian flavors in a chic yet relaxed atmosphere, while the Acquapura Spa draws on local plants and traditions to offer wellness and relaxation. A true lakeside sanctuary, this resort reinvents the lakeside experience, blending refinement, nature, and Italian hospitality.
Falkensteiner Resort Lake Garda
Salo - Italy
Perched on the southwest shore of Lake Garda, a stone's throw from the historic center of Salò, the Falkensteiner Resort Lake Garda is a five-star destination where contemporary elegance and natural beauty blend harmoniously in a Mediterranean setting. The resort boasts 97 refined rooms and suites, designed in natural tones that echo the landscape of the lake and surrounding hills, with balconies or terraces perfect for enjoying every sunrise and sunset. The culinary spaces, from the main restaurant to the rooftop bar with its panoramic views, invite guests to savor Italian flavors in a chic yet relaxed atmosphere, while the Acquapura Spa draws on local plants and traditions to offer wellness and relaxation. A true lakeside sanctuary, this resort reinvents the lakeside experience, blending refinement, nature, and Italian hospitality.
The Best New Hotels of 2026: Visionary Design, Advanced Sustainability & Unforgettable Experiences
A New Generation of Exceptional Hotels
In 2026, the hospitality industry reaches a new milestone with the opening of spectacular hotels across the globe. Driven by visionary design, a holistic approach to well-being, bold innovations in sustainability, and a growing demand for authentic experiences, these new properties redefine the art of contemporary travel. More than just places to stay, they are immersive destinations that anticipate the desires of today’s discerning travelers: responsible luxury, inspired architecture, a deep sense of place, and tailored hospitality.
Destinations Redefining Modern Luxury
In 2026, a new wave of exceptional hotels pushes the boundaries of modern luxury, blending sustainable architecture, ecological awareness, and deeply sensorial experiences. Around the Mediterranean, new openings stand out with sculptural architecture fully integrated into the landscape—clean lines, natural materials, mineral palettes, and sweeping sea views. Mediterranean gardens, shaded terraces, and sun-drenched spaces enhance the ambiance. In the Caribbean, ultra-private retreats focus on slow living and total disconnection: pristine beaches, suites opening onto lush tropical surroundings, bespoke services, and wellness-oriented experiences designed to unwind the body and mind. Marine explorations, signature treatments, and nature-focused activities enrich these idyllic escapes. Across Asia, new slow-living sanctuaries celebrate craftsmanship, ancestral traditions, and cultural rituals. These immersive hotels combine organic materials, tranquil spaces, holistic wellness programs, and spiritual influences. Cultural workshops, traditional ceremonies, and multisensory experiences deepen this pursuit of harmony and authenticity. In Latin America, sustainable lodges blend seamlessly into spectacular natural settings—lush jungle, dramatic mountain ranges, and vast wild landscapes—offering intuitive, environmentally conscious luxury. Guided expeditions, eco-initiatives, and authentic encounters highlight the commitment behind these exceptional stays. In Saudi Arabia, the hotel openings of 2026 signal a new era of high-end tourism in the Middle East. From monumental desert landscapes to the pristine Red Sea coast and visionary cultural projects, the country unveils futuristic hotels combining bold architecture, refined hospitality, and immersive exploration. These destinations sit at the heart of groundbreaking giga-projects, offering innovative luxury shaped around nature, culture, and discovery. Desert excursions, sustainable programs, and next-generation wellness facilities elevate these extraordinary stays.
2026 Trends: A More Responsible & Experiential Luxury
In 2026, the most anticipated hotel openings share a common philosophy: bioclimatic architecture, sustainable materials, locavore gastronomy, innovative wellness concepts, and culturally immersive experiences. These are not just hotels—they are living spaces where design, sustainability, and emotion merge to create a new vision of modern luxury.
The Stay Some Days Selection
Stay Some Days reveals an exclusive selection of the best new hotels of 2026. Whether you dream of cultural immersion, a nature-rich retreat, or a stay defined by spectacular design, discover the year’s most inspiring destinations and be among the first to experience these extraordinary new openings.
