The best new hotels in 2026
OKU Bodrum
Bodrum - Turkey
Nestled along the shimmering northern coast of the Bodrum Peninsula, OKU Bodrum is set to open its doors in this summer, promising a luxurious and serene retreat for travelers seeking an escape.
OKU Bodrum
Bodrum - Turkey
Nestled along the shimmering northern coast of the Bodrum Peninsula, OKU Bodrum is set to open its doors in this summer, promising a luxurious and serene retreat for travelers seeking an escape.
Villa Haven Resort Maldives
Atoll Ari - Maldives
Nestled in the heart of the South Ari Atoll, just a 35-minute seaplane flight from Malé, Villa Haven is a serene haven bathed by the turquoise horizon of the Maldives. This intimate resort features 73 villas and residences facing the sea, each with its own private pool, designed in a natural and sustainable style that celebrates local craftsmanship. For dining, it offers five restaurants and a lounge bar, perfect for convivial or refined moments. The wellness experience revolves around the Araamu Spa, set within a soothing tropical garden, and includes an infinity pool offering breathtaking views of the lagoon, for ultimate relaxation.
Villa Haven Resort Maldives
Atoll Ari - Maldives
Nestled in the heart of the South Ari Atoll, just a 35-minute seaplane flight from Malé, Villa Haven is a serene haven bathed by the turquoise horizon of the Maldives. This intimate resort features 73 villas and residences facing the sea, each with its own private pool, designed in a natural and sustainable style that celebrates local craftsmanship. For dining, it offers five restaurants and a lounge bar, perfect for convivial or refined moments. The wellness experience revolves around the Araamu Spa, set within a soothing tropical garden, and includes an infinity pool offering breathtaking views of the lagoon, for ultimate relaxation.
The Cole Boutique Hotel & Spa
Cape Town - South Africa
Located in the chic Sea Point waterfront district, facing the Atlantic Ocean and just a stone's throw from Table Mountain, The Cole Boutique Hotel & Spa embodies the contemporary elegance of a seaside urban retreat. The hotel offers approximately 60 suites and rooms, all elegantly decorated with marble, light wood, and clean lines, and featuring private balconies perfect for admiring the sunset over the Atlantic. Beyond comfort, the hotel boasts a rooftop restaurant, "Figo," with breathtaking ocean views, a lobby bar, "Script," serving expertly crafted cocktails, and a full-service urban spa with a sauna, cold plunge pool, and wellness treatments. Situated on the Sea Point promenade, steps from the sea, The Cole offers relaxed luxury: chic, contemporary, and maritime, it's a refined base for exploring Cape Town, a place where nature, design, and the sea intertwine.
The Cole Boutique Hotel & Spa
Cape Town - South Africa
Located in the chic Sea Point waterfront district, facing the Atlantic Ocean and just a stone's throw from Table Mountain, The Cole Boutique Hotel & Spa embodies the contemporary elegance of a seaside urban retreat. The hotel offers approximately 60 suites and rooms, all elegantly decorated with marble, light wood, and clean lines, and featuring private balconies perfect for admiring the sunset over the Atlantic. Beyond comfort, the hotel boasts a rooftop restaurant, "Figo," with breathtaking ocean views, a lobby bar, "Script," serving expertly crafted cocktails, and a full-service urban spa with a sauna, cold plunge pool, and wellness treatments. Situated on the Sea Point promenade, steps from the sea, The Cole offers relaxed luxury: chic, contemporary, and maritime, it's a refined base for exploring Cape Town, a place where nature, design, and the sea intertwine.
RESET Hotel Joshua Tree
Joshua Tree - United States
Located on 180 acres of pristine desert, just minutes from the north entrance of Joshua Tree National Park, Reset Hotel offers 65 minimalist modular accommodations, each with a private terrace, outdoor fireplace, and platform for stargazing. Inside, the rooms feature earthy tones and understated comforts—pour-over coffee, quality linens, and a modern bathroom—allowing nature to take center stage. The resort combines a saltwater pool, sauna, cold plunge pool, jacuzzi, and yoga studio to provide a rejuvenating escape after a day immersed in the desert. Far from typical hotel experiences, Reset is a complete reset—a place of silence, light, and an invitation to slow down.
RESET Hotel Joshua Tree
Joshua Tree - United States
Located on 180 acres of pristine desert, just minutes from the north entrance of Joshua Tree National Park, Reset Hotel offers 65 minimalist modular accommodations, each with a private terrace, outdoor fireplace, and platform for stargazing. Inside, the rooms feature earthy tones and understated comforts—pour-over coffee, quality linens, and a modern bathroom—allowing nature to take center stage. The resort combines a saltwater pool, sauna, cold plunge pool, jacuzzi, and yoga studio to provide a rejuvenating escape after a day immersed in the desert. Far from typical hotel experiences, Reset is a complete reset—a place of silence, light, and an invitation to slow down.
Esh Hotel & Spa
Nosara - Costa Rica
Nestled in the tropical jungle of Nosara, just a short walk from the waves of Playa Guiones, Esh Hotel & Spa embodies a design haven where understated luxury, wellness, and nature blend seamlessly. The hotel offers around thirty elegant suites and villas, some with balconies, terraces, or private pools, all opening onto the canopy and bathed in Pacific sunlight. At its heart, the Vitalis Spa invites relaxation with massages, a sauna, and cold plunge pools, while the cuisine—from mindful breakfasts to cocktails at the Ember & Ash Bar—celebrates local flavors and culinary creativity. A peaceful retreat between surfing, jungle, and mindfulness, Esh offers an immersive experience in the spirit of the “Blue Zone,” where body, mind, and environment harmonize for a truly rejuvenating escape.
Esh Hotel & Spa
Nosara - Costa Rica
Nestled in the tropical jungle of Nosara, just a short walk from the waves of Playa Guiones, Esh Hotel & Spa embodies a design haven where understated luxury, wellness, and nature blend seamlessly. The hotel offers around thirty elegant suites and villas, some with balconies, terraces, or private pools, all opening onto the canopy and bathed in Pacific sunlight. At its heart, the Vitalis Spa invites relaxation with massages, a sauna, and cold plunge pools, while the cuisine—from mindful breakfasts to cocktails at the Ember & Ash Bar—celebrates local flavors and culinary creativity. A peaceful retreat between surfing, jungle, and mindfulness, Esh offers an immersive experience in the spirit of the “Blue Zone,” where body, mind, and environment harmonize for a truly rejuvenating escape.
Siari Riviera Nayarit, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Riviera Nayarit - Mexico
Nestled between the lush Sierra Madre jungle and the emerald waters of the Riviera Nayarit, Siari, aRitz-Carlton Reserve redefines coastal luxury in a unique natural sanctuary in Mexico. The hotel offers 91 suites and villas—from panoramic oceanfront terraces to beachfront residences—all designed to capture the Pacific light and extend the horizon to the fullest. The restaurant, helmed by a renowned Mexican chef, features several culinary concepts inspired by the sea and local traditions, while the expansive HáYeka Spa combines hydrotherapy, indigenous rituals, and wellness spaces that open onto the landscape. Between jungle treks, yacht excursions, championship golf, and pristine swimmable beaches, Siari embodies a sensory escape where nature guides every moment.
Siari Riviera Nayarit, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Riviera Nayarit - Mexico
Nestled between the lush Sierra Madre jungle and the emerald waters of the Riviera Nayarit, Siari, aRitz-Carlton Reserve redefines coastal luxury in a unique natural sanctuary in Mexico. The hotel offers 91 suites and villas—from panoramic oceanfront terraces to beachfront residences—all designed to capture the Pacific light and extend the horizon to the fullest. The restaurant, helmed by a renowned Mexican chef, features several culinary concepts inspired by the sea and local traditions, while the expansive HáYeka Spa combines hydrotherapy, indigenous rituals, and wellness spaces that open onto the landscape. Between jungle treks, yacht excursions, championship golf, and pristine swimmable beaches, Siari embodies a sensory escape where nature guides every moment.
Capella Kyoto
Kyoto - Japan
Capella Kyoto will open in spring 2026 in Kyoto’s historic Miyagawa-cho district, nestled a short walk from Kenninji Zen Temple and Kaburenjo Theatre, where geiko and maiko perform traditional dances. The hotel will feature 89 rooms and suites, including six suites with private onsen baths, all designed to reflect the elegance of traditional machiya townhouses and the city’s cultural aesthetic. With its Auriga Spa inspired by Japanese rituals, several restaurants (including a French brasserie and Japanese spaces), and immersive experiences showcasing local crafts, Capella Kyoto embodies a subtle fusion of contemporary luxury, living heritage, and refined Japanese hospitality.
Capella Kyoto
Kyoto - Japan
Capella Kyoto will open in spring 2026 in Kyoto’s historic Miyagawa-cho district, nestled a short walk from Kenninji Zen Temple and Kaburenjo Theatre, where geiko and maiko perform traditional dances. The hotel will feature 89 rooms and suites, including six suites with private onsen baths, all designed to reflect the elegance of traditional machiya townhouses and the city’s cultural aesthetic. With its Auriga Spa inspired by Japanese rituals, several restaurants (including a French brasserie and Japanese spaces), and immersive experiences showcasing local crafts, Capella Kyoto embodies a subtle fusion of contemporary luxury, living heritage, and refined Japanese hospitality.
Kimpton Ashbel New York Park Avenue
Park Avenue - New York - United States
Nestled on Park Avenue, steps from Grand Central, the Kimpton Ashbel New York embodies the new wave of Midtown lifestyle hotels. Housed in a completely reimagined 1928 Beaux-Arts building, the hotel features approximately 205 rooms with townhouse interiors designed by Busta Studio, blending warm wood, gold accents, and contemporary art. On the ground floor, the Park & Bel café sets the rhythm of daytime, transforming from a chic coffee shop to a small-plates bar in the evening, while the common areas cultivate a residential atmosphere with cozy lounges and fireplaces. A discreet address conceived as an elegant refuge in the heart of New York's vibrant energy.
Kimpton Ashbel New York Park Avenue
Park Avenue - New York - United States
Nestled on Park Avenue, steps from Grand Central, the Kimpton Ashbel New York embodies the new wave of Midtown lifestyle hotels. Housed in a completely reimagined 1928 Beaux-Arts building, the hotel features approximately 205 rooms with townhouse interiors designed by Busta Studio, blending warm wood, gold accents, and contemporary art. On the ground floor, the Park & Bel café sets the rhythm of daytime, transforming from a chic coffee shop to a small-plates bar in the evening, while the common areas cultivate a residential atmosphere with cozy lounges and fireplaces. A discreet address conceived as an elegant refuge in the heart of New York's vibrant energy.
Morea House, Autograph Collection
Cape Town - South Africa
Facing the Atlantic Ocean in Cape Town's iconic Camps Bay district, Morea House embodies the new generation of South African design hotels. Opening in late 2025, this 90-room boutique hotel, conceived by interior designer Tristan du Plessis, features sculptural interiors crafted from natural materials—wood, stone, and bronze—inspired by the Twelve Apostles mountains and the ocean. On the culinary front, the OMRI restaurant reinterprets Lebanese cuisine with local influences, complemented by a poolside restaurant perfect for watching the sunsets, while a holistic spa and panoramic pool extend the wellness experience in harmony with nature.
Morea House, Autograph Collection
Cape Town - South Africa
Facing the Atlantic Ocean in Cape Town's iconic Camps Bay district, Morea House embodies the new generation of South African design hotels. Opening in late 2025, this 90-room boutique hotel, conceived by interior designer Tristan du Plessis, features sculptural interiors crafted from natural materials—wood, stone, and bronze—inspired by the Twelve Apostles mountains and the ocean. On the culinary front, the OMRI restaurant reinterprets Lebanese cuisine with local influences, complemented by a poolside restaurant perfect for watching the sunsets, while a holistic spa and panoramic pool extend the wellness experience in harmony with nature.
Tamodi Estate
Plettenberg Bay - South Africa
High above the wild hills of Plettenberg Bay, along South Africa's Garden Route, Tamodi Estate nestles on a private ridge between the ocean, mountains, and native forests. This secluded boutique lodge, comprising approximately 10 suites and villas, features warm interiors crafted from natural materials—wood, stone, and linen—designed to harmonize with the landscape and extended by expansive panoramic terraces. The experience is intimate and nature-centered: homemade breakfasts are served at the lodge, and there's an infinity pool overlooking the valley, creating the atmosphere of a private home without a formal fine-dining restaurant. Between a polo estate in development, hiking trails, discreet wellness, and absolute silence, this retreat embodies a slow-paced vision of South African luxury, deeply rooted in its local environment.
Tamodi Estate
Plettenberg Bay - South Africa
High above the wild hills of Plettenberg Bay, along South Africa's Garden Route, Tamodi Estate nestles on a private ridge between the ocean, mountains, and native forests. This secluded boutique lodge, comprising approximately 10 suites and villas, features warm interiors crafted from natural materials—wood, stone, and linen—designed to harmonize with the landscape and extended by expansive panoramic terraces. The experience is intimate and nature-centered: homemade breakfasts are served at the lodge, and there's an infinity pool overlooking the valley, creating the atmosphere of a private home without a formal fine-dining restaurant. Between a polo estate in development, hiking trails, discreet wellness, and absolute silence, this retreat embodies a slow-paced vision of South African luxury, deeply rooted in its local environment.
Palacio De Godoy Caceres
Cáceres - Spain
In the heart of the medieval city of Cáceres, Palacio de Godoy Cáceres transforms a 16th-century Renaissance palace into a discreet retreat. The interiors, designed by Szymon Keller, orchestrate a refined dialogue between historical heritage and contemporary elegance, blending noble materials with cosmopolitan touches. Each room becomes a hushed haven where the past is experienced in the present. An immersive experience at the crossroads of history and understated luxury.
Palacio De Godoy Caceres
Cáceres - Spain
In the heart of the medieval city of Cáceres, Palacio de Godoy Cáceres transforms a 16th-century Renaissance palace into a discreet retreat. The interiors, designed by Szymon Keller, orchestrate a refined dialogue between historical heritage and contemporary elegance, blending noble materials with cosmopolitan touches. Each room becomes a hushed haven where the past is experienced in the present. An immersive experience at the crossroads of history and understated luxury.
Rah Gili Maldives
Kaafu - Maldives
Nestled in the turquoise waters of the South Malé Atoll, Rah Gili Maldives reinvents island luxury with 74 private villas—37 of which are overwater—each boasting a private pool and breathtaking ocean views. Every villa blends natural textures with contemporary design, offering a sanctuary of tranquility and comfort in perfect harmony with its marine surroundings. The experience unfolds around refined culinary offerings in several restaurants and bars, a holistic spa inspired by the five elements, and memorable activities that celebrate nature and a free-spirited lifestyle. From dolphin watching and tropical rhythms to attentive service, each day is tailored to your individual style, in a relaxed elegance that is uniquely Maldivian.
Rah Gili Maldives
Kaafu - Maldives
Nestled in the turquoise waters of the South Malé Atoll, Rah Gili Maldives reinvents island luxury with 74 private villas—37 of which are overwater—each boasting a private pool and breathtaking ocean views. Every villa blends natural textures with contemporary design, offering a sanctuary of tranquility and comfort in perfect harmony with its marine surroundings. The experience unfolds around refined culinary offerings in several restaurants and bars, a holistic spa inspired by the five elements, and memorable activities that celebrate nature and a free-spirited lifestyle. From dolphin watching and tropical rhythms to attentive service, each day is tailored to your individual style, in a relaxed elegance that is uniquely Maldivian.
V Villas Maldives at Mirihi
Atoll Ari - Maldives
On the pristine private island of V Villas Maldives at Mirihi, just 42 villas offer intimate and refined luxury. Whether perched on stilts above the lagoon or nestled on the beach, they blend warm woods, natural textures, and seamless indoor-outdoor living for total immersion in the Indian Ocean. The experience combines tranquility and sophistication: fine dining, spa and wellness treatments, diving among vibrant reefs, or sunset strolls—every moment orchestrated by a dedicated butler in a setting where calm, light, and the sea set the rhythm of the day.
V Villas Maldives at Mirihi
Atoll Ari - Maldives
On the pristine private island of V Villas Maldives at Mirihi, just 42 villas offer intimate and refined luxury. Whether perched on stilts above the lagoon or nestled on the beach, they blend warm woods, natural textures, and seamless indoor-outdoor living for total immersion in the Indian Ocean. The experience combines tranquility and sophistication: fine dining, spa and wellness treatments, diving among vibrant reefs, or sunset strolls—every moment orchestrated by a dedicated butler in a setting where calm, light, and the sea set the rhythm of the day.
Kala Lombok Hotel
Lombok - Indonesia
Located in the heart of Kuta Lombok, just minutes from the beaches and the island's famous surf spots, the Kala Lombok Hotel cultivates the spirit of a discreet tropical retreat. This intimate boutique hotel has only 14 carefully designed rooms, where natural materials, clean lines, and sandy tones evoke a laid-back lifestyle inspired by the Indonesian coast. Surrounding a lush garden, the common areas are arranged around an elegant outdoor pool and sun-drenched terraces, designed as places of calm and reconnection. The intentionally minimalist yet welcoming atmosphere reinforces the idea of a peaceful retreat amidst nature, surfing, and local Lombok life.
Kala Lombok Hotel
Lombok - Indonesia
Located in the heart of Kuta Lombok, just minutes from the beaches and the island's famous surf spots, the Kala Lombok Hotel cultivates the spirit of a discreet tropical retreat. This intimate boutique hotel has only 14 carefully designed rooms, where natural materials, clean lines, and sandy tones evoke a laid-back lifestyle inspired by the Indonesian coast. Surrounding a lush garden, the common areas are arranged around an elegant outdoor pool and sun-drenched terraces, designed as places of calm and reconnection. The intentionally minimalist yet welcoming atmosphere reinforces the idea of a peaceful retreat amidst nature, surfing, and local Lombok life.
1 Hotel Tokyo
Tokyo - Japan
Located in Azabudai Hills, the 1 Hotel Tokyo embodies an urban sanctuary where refined design, omnipresent nature, and a strong commitment to sustainability come together across 119 rooms, a refined locavore dining concept, and a fully immersive wellness space.
1 Hotel Tokyo
Tokyo - Japan
Located in Azabudai Hills, the 1 Hotel Tokyo embodies an urban sanctuary where refined design, omnipresent nature, and a strong commitment to sustainability come together across 119 rooms, a refined locavore dining concept, and a fully immersive wellness space.
Hôtel Villa Colette
Cap Ferret - France
In Cap-Ferret, where light dances between pine forests and tides, a new address redefines the standards of local hospitality. Villa Colette is a five-star hotel on the Cap Ferret facing the Arcachon Bay, embodying a sensitive and contemporary vision of luxury. More than a place to stay, it is a declaration of love for the bay, a home imbued with memories and emotions, where elegance feels instinctive.
Hôtel Villa Colette
Cap Ferret - France
In Cap-Ferret, where light dances between pine forests and tides, a new address redefines the standards of local hospitality. Villa Colette is a five-star hotel on the Cap Ferret facing the Arcachon Bay, embodying a sensitive and contemporary vision of luxury. More than a place to stay, it is a declaration of love for the bay, a home imbued with memories and emotions, where elegance feels instinctive.
AMOH, a Luxury Collection Resort
Lindos - Greece
On a spectacular peninsula on the eastern coast of Rhodes, a new hospitality narrative is being written between sea and memory. AMOH, a Luxury Collection Resort, Rhodes is already positioning itself as one of the most anticipated openings of 2026, an intimate retreat where the landscape feels sculpted to embrace silence, light, and an endless horizon. Just minutes from the historic village of Lindos, the property promises an immersion into a Greece that is both timeless and distinctly contemporary.
AMOH, a Luxury Collection Resort
Lindos - Greece
On a spectacular peninsula on the eastern coast of Rhodes, a new hospitality narrative is being written between sea and memory. AMOH, a Luxury Collection Resort, Rhodes is already positioning itself as one of the most anticipated openings of 2026, an intimate retreat where the landscape feels sculpted to embrace silence, light, and an endless horizon. Just minutes from the historic village of Lindos, the property promises an immersion into a Greece that is both timeless and distinctly contemporary.
Amorgina Resort
Amorgos - Greece
Far from the most crowded Cycladic islands, Amorgos remains one of Greece’s most authentic destinations. It is on these unspoiled shores that Amorgina Resort will open on July 6, 2025, an intimate retreat featuring just sixteen suites. Overlooking the Aegean Sea, this new hideaway embraces a quieter vision of luxury, where architecture, gastronomy, and nature come together in effortless harmony.
Amorgina Resort
Amorgos - Greece
Far from the most crowded Cycladic islands, Amorgos remains one of Greece’s most authentic destinations. It is on these unspoiled shores that Amorgina Resort will open on July 6, 2025, an intimate retreat featuring just sixteen suites. Overlooking the Aegean Sea, this new hideaway embraces a quieter vision of luxury, where architecture, gastronomy, and nature come together in effortless harmony.
OKU Bodrum
Bodrum - Turkey
Nestled along the shimmering northern coast of the Bodrum Peninsula, OKU Bodrum is set to open its doors in this summer, promising a luxurious and serene retreat for travelers seeking an escape.
OKU Bodrum
Bodrum - Turkey
Nestled along the shimmering northern coast of the Bodrum Peninsula, OKU Bodrum is set to open its doors in this summer, promising a luxurious and serene retreat for travelers seeking an escape.
Villa Haven Resort Maldives
Atoll Ari - Maldives
Nestled in the heart of the South Ari Atoll, just a 35-minute seaplane flight from Malé, Villa Haven is a serene haven bathed by the turquoise horizon of the Maldives. This intimate resort features 73 villas and residences facing the sea, each with its own private pool, designed in a natural and sustainable style that celebrates local craftsmanship. For dining, it offers five restaurants and a lounge bar, perfect for convivial or refined moments. The wellness experience revolves around the Araamu Spa, set within a soothing tropical garden, and includes an infinity pool offering breathtaking views of the lagoon, for ultimate relaxation.
Villa Haven Resort Maldives
Atoll Ari - Maldives
Nestled in the heart of the South Ari Atoll, just a 35-minute seaplane flight from Malé, Villa Haven is a serene haven bathed by the turquoise horizon of the Maldives. This intimate resort features 73 villas and residences facing the sea, each with its own private pool, designed in a natural and sustainable style that celebrates local craftsmanship. For dining, it offers five restaurants and a lounge bar, perfect for convivial or refined moments. The wellness experience revolves around the Araamu Spa, set within a soothing tropical garden, and includes an infinity pool offering breathtaking views of the lagoon, for ultimate relaxation.
The Cole Boutique Hotel & Spa
Cape Town - South Africa
Located in the chic Sea Point waterfront district, facing the Atlantic Ocean and just a stone's throw from Table Mountain, The Cole Boutique Hotel & Spa embodies the contemporary elegance of a seaside urban retreat. The hotel offers approximately 60 suites and rooms, all elegantly decorated with marble, light wood, and clean lines, and featuring private balconies perfect for admiring the sunset over the Atlantic. Beyond comfort, the hotel boasts a rooftop restaurant, "Figo," with breathtaking ocean views, a lobby bar, "Script," serving expertly crafted cocktails, and a full-service urban spa with a sauna, cold plunge pool, and wellness treatments. Situated on the Sea Point promenade, steps from the sea, The Cole offers relaxed luxury: chic, contemporary, and maritime, it's a refined base for exploring Cape Town, a place where nature, design, and the sea intertwine.
The Cole Boutique Hotel & Spa
Cape Town - South Africa
Located in the chic Sea Point waterfront district, facing the Atlantic Ocean and just a stone's throw from Table Mountain, The Cole Boutique Hotel & Spa embodies the contemporary elegance of a seaside urban retreat. The hotel offers approximately 60 suites and rooms, all elegantly decorated with marble, light wood, and clean lines, and featuring private balconies perfect for admiring the sunset over the Atlantic. Beyond comfort, the hotel boasts a rooftop restaurant, "Figo," with breathtaking ocean views, a lobby bar, "Script," serving expertly crafted cocktails, and a full-service urban spa with a sauna, cold plunge pool, and wellness treatments. Situated on the Sea Point promenade, steps from the sea, The Cole offers relaxed luxury: chic, contemporary, and maritime, it's a refined base for exploring Cape Town, a place where nature, design, and the sea intertwine.
RESET Hotel Joshua Tree
Joshua Tree - United States
Located on 180 acres of pristine desert, just minutes from the north entrance of Joshua Tree National Park, Reset Hotel offers 65 minimalist modular accommodations, each with a private terrace, outdoor fireplace, and platform for stargazing. Inside, the rooms feature earthy tones and understated comforts—pour-over coffee, quality linens, and a modern bathroom—allowing nature to take center stage. The resort combines a saltwater pool, sauna, cold plunge pool, jacuzzi, and yoga studio to provide a rejuvenating escape after a day immersed in the desert. Far from typical hotel experiences, Reset is a complete reset—a place of silence, light, and an invitation to slow down.
RESET Hotel Joshua Tree
Joshua Tree - United States
Located on 180 acres of pristine desert, just minutes from the north entrance of Joshua Tree National Park, Reset Hotel offers 65 minimalist modular accommodations, each with a private terrace, outdoor fireplace, and platform for stargazing. Inside, the rooms feature earthy tones and understated comforts—pour-over coffee, quality linens, and a modern bathroom—allowing nature to take center stage. The resort combines a saltwater pool, sauna, cold plunge pool, jacuzzi, and yoga studio to provide a rejuvenating escape after a day immersed in the desert. Far from typical hotel experiences, Reset is a complete reset—a place of silence, light, and an invitation to slow down.
Esh Hotel & Spa
Nosara - Costa Rica
Nestled in the tropical jungle of Nosara, just a short walk from the waves of Playa Guiones, Esh Hotel & Spa embodies a design haven where understated luxury, wellness, and nature blend seamlessly. The hotel offers around thirty elegant suites and villas, some with balconies, terraces, or private pools, all opening onto the canopy and bathed in Pacific sunlight. At its heart, the Vitalis Spa invites relaxation with massages, a sauna, and cold plunge pools, while the cuisine—from mindful breakfasts to cocktails at the Ember & Ash Bar—celebrates local flavors and culinary creativity. A peaceful retreat between surfing, jungle, and mindfulness, Esh offers an immersive experience in the spirit of the “Blue Zone,” where body, mind, and environment harmonize for a truly rejuvenating escape.
Esh Hotel & Spa
Nosara - Costa Rica
Nestled in the tropical jungle of Nosara, just a short walk from the waves of Playa Guiones, Esh Hotel & Spa embodies a design haven where understated luxury, wellness, and nature blend seamlessly. The hotel offers around thirty elegant suites and villas, some with balconies, terraces, or private pools, all opening onto the canopy and bathed in Pacific sunlight. At its heart, the Vitalis Spa invites relaxation with massages, a sauna, and cold plunge pools, while the cuisine—from mindful breakfasts to cocktails at the Ember & Ash Bar—celebrates local flavors and culinary creativity. A peaceful retreat between surfing, jungle, and mindfulness, Esh offers an immersive experience in the spirit of the “Blue Zone,” where body, mind, and environment harmonize for a truly rejuvenating escape.
Siari Riviera Nayarit, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Riviera Nayarit - Mexico
Nestled between the lush Sierra Madre jungle and the emerald waters of the Riviera Nayarit, Siari, aRitz-Carlton Reserve redefines coastal luxury in a unique natural sanctuary in Mexico. The hotel offers 91 suites and villas—from panoramic oceanfront terraces to beachfront residences—all designed to capture the Pacific light and extend the horizon to the fullest. The restaurant, helmed by a renowned Mexican chef, features several culinary concepts inspired by the sea and local traditions, while the expansive HáYeka Spa combines hydrotherapy, indigenous rituals, and wellness spaces that open onto the landscape. Between jungle treks, yacht excursions, championship golf, and pristine swimmable beaches, Siari embodies a sensory escape where nature guides every moment.
Siari Riviera Nayarit, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Riviera Nayarit - Mexico
Nestled between the lush Sierra Madre jungle and the emerald waters of the Riviera Nayarit, Siari, aRitz-Carlton Reserve redefines coastal luxury in a unique natural sanctuary in Mexico. The hotel offers 91 suites and villas—from panoramic oceanfront terraces to beachfront residences—all designed to capture the Pacific light and extend the horizon to the fullest. The restaurant, helmed by a renowned Mexican chef, features several culinary concepts inspired by the sea and local traditions, while the expansive HáYeka Spa combines hydrotherapy, indigenous rituals, and wellness spaces that open onto the landscape. Between jungle treks, yacht excursions, championship golf, and pristine swimmable beaches, Siari embodies a sensory escape where nature guides every moment.
Capella Kyoto
Kyoto - Japan
Capella Kyoto will open in spring 2026 in Kyoto’s historic Miyagawa-cho district, nestled a short walk from Kenninji Zen Temple and Kaburenjo Theatre, where geiko and maiko perform traditional dances. The hotel will feature 89 rooms and suites, including six suites with private onsen baths, all designed to reflect the elegance of traditional machiya townhouses and the city’s cultural aesthetic. With its Auriga Spa inspired by Japanese rituals, several restaurants (including a French brasserie and Japanese spaces), and immersive experiences showcasing local crafts, Capella Kyoto embodies a subtle fusion of contemporary luxury, living heritage, and refined Japanese hospitality.
Capella Kyoto
Kyoto - Japan
Capella Kyoto will open in spring 2026 in Kyoto’s historic Miyagawa-cho district, nestled a short walk from Kenninji Zen Temple and Kaburenjo Theatre, where geiko and maiko perform traditional dances. The hotel will feature 89 rooms and suites, including six suites with private onsen baths, all designed to reflect the elegance of traditional machiya townhouses and the city’s cultural aesthetic. With its Auriga Spa inspired by Japanese rituals, several restaurants (including a French brasserie and Japanese spaces), and immersive experiences showcasing local crafts, Capella Kyoto embodies a subtle fusion of contemporary luxury, living heritage, and refined Japanese hospitality.
Kimpton Ashbel New York Park Avenue
Park Avenue - New York - United States
Nestled on Park Avenue, steps from Grand Central, the Kimpton Ashbel New York embodies the new wave of Midtown lifestyle hotels. Housed in a completely reimagined 1928 Beaux-Arts building, the hotel features approximately 205 rooms with townhouse interiors designed by Busta Studio, blending warm wood, gold accents, and contemporary art. On the ground floor, the Park & Bel café sets the rhythm of daytime, transforming from a chic coffee shop to a small-plates bar in the evening, while the common areas cultivate a residential atmosphere with cozy lounges and fireplaces. A discreet address conceived as an elegant refuge in the heart of New York's vibrant energy.
Kimpton Ashbel New York Park Avenue
Park Avenue - New York - United States
Nestled on Park Avenue, steps from Grand Central, the Kimpton Ashbel New York embodies the new wave of Midtown lifestyle hotels. Housed in a completely reimagined 1928 Beaux-Arts building, the hotel features approximately 205 rooms with townhouse interiors designed by Busta Studio, blending warm wood, gold accents, and contemporary art. On the ground floor, the Park & Bel café sets the rhythm of daytime, transforming from a chic coffee shop to a small-plates bar in the evening, while the common areas cultivate a residential atmosphere with cozy lounges and fireplaces. A discreet address conceived as an elegant refuge in the heart of New York's vibrant energy.
Morea House, Autograph Collection
Cape Town - South Africa
Facing the Atlantic Ocean in Cape Town's iconic Camps Bay district, Morea House embodies the new generation of South African design hotels. Opening in late 2025, this 90-room boutique hotel, conceived by interior designer Tristan du Plessis, features sculptural interiors crafted from natural materials—wood, stone, and bronze—inspired by the Twelve Apostles mountains and the ocean. On the culinary front, the OMRI restaurant reinterprets Lebanese cuisine with local influences, complemented by a poolside restaurant perfect for watching the sunsets, while a holistic spa and panoramic pool extend the wellness experience in harmony with nature.
Morea House, Autograph Collection
Cape Town - South Africa
Facing the Atlantic Ocean in Cape Town's iconic Camps Bay district, Morea House embodies the new generation of South African design hotels. Opening in late 2025, this 90-room boutique hotel, conceived by interior designer Tristan du Plessis, features sculptural interiors crafted from natural materials—wood, stone, and bronze—inspired by the Twelve Apostles mountains and the ocean. On the culinary front, the OMRI restaurant reinterprets Lebanese cuisine with local influences, complemented by a poolside restaurant perfect for watching the sunsets, while a holistic spa and panoramic pool extend the wellness experience in harmony with nature.
Tamodi Estate
Plettenberg Bay - South Africa
High above the wild hills of Plettenberg Bay, along South Africa's Garden Route, Tamodi Estate nestles on a private ridge between the ocean, mountains, and native forests. This secluded boutique lodge, comprising approximately 10 suites and villas, features warm interiors crafted from natural materials—wood, stone, and linen—designed to harmonize with the landscape and extended by expansive panoramic terraces. The experience is intimate and nature-centered: homemade breakfasts are served at the lodge, and there's an infinity pool overlooking the valley, creating the atmosphere of a private home without a formal fine-dining restaurant. Between a polo estate in development, hiking trails, discreet wellness, and absolute silence, this retreat embodies a slow-paced vision of South African luxury, deeply rooted in its local environment.
Tamodi Estate
Plettenberg Bay - South Africa
High above the wild hills of Plettenberg Bay, along South Africa's Garden Route, Tamodi Estate nestles on a private ridge between the ocean, mountains, and native forests. This secluded boutique lodge, comprising approximately 10 suites and villas, features warm interiors crafted from natural materials—wood, stone, and linen—designed to harmonize with the landscape and extended by expansive panoramic terraces. The experience is intimate and nature-centered: homemade breakfasts are served at the lodge, and there's an infinity pool overlooking the valley, creating the atmosphere of a private home without a formal fine-dining restaurant. Between a polo estate in development, hiking trails, discreet wellness, and absolute silence, this retreat embodies a slow-paced vision of South African luxury, deeply rooted in its local environment.
Palacio De Godoy Caceres
Cáceres - Spain
In the heart of the medieval city of Cáceres, Palacio de Godoy Cáceres transforms a 16th-century Renaissance palace into a discreet retreat. The interiors, designed by Szymon Keller, orchestrate a refined dialogue between historical heritage and contemporary elegance, blending noble materials with cosmopolitan touches. Each room becomes a hushed haven where the past is experienced in the present. An immersive experience at the crossroads of history and understated luxury.
Palacio De Godoy Caceres
Cáceres - Spain
In the heart of the medieval city of Cáceres, Palacio de Godoy Cáceres transforms a 16th-century Renaissance palace into a discreet retreat. The interiors, designed by Szymon Keller, orchestrate a refined dialogue between historical heritage and contemporary elegance, blending noble materials with cosmopolitan touches. Each room becomes a hushed haven where the past is experienced in the present. An immersive experience at the crossroads of history and understated luxury.
Rah Gili Maldives
Kaafu - Maldives
Nestled in the turquoise waters of the South Malé Atoll, Rah Gili Maldives reinvents island luxury with 74 private villas—37 of which are overwater—each boasting a private pool and breathtaking ocean views. Every villa blends natural textures with contemporary design, offering a sanctuary of tranquility and comfort in perfect harmony with its marine surroundings. The experience unfolds around refined culinary offerings in several restaurants and bars, a holistic spa inspired by the five elements, and memorable activities that celebrate nature and a free-spirited lifestyle. From dolphin watching and tropical rhythms to attentive service, each day is tailored to your individual style, in a relaxed elegance that is uniquely Maldivian.
Rah Gili Maldives
Kaafu - Maldives
Nestled in the turquoise waters of the South Malé Atoll, Rah Gili Maldives reinvents island luxury with 74 private villas—37 of which are overwater—each boasting a private pool and breathtaking ocean views. Every villa blends natural textures with contemporary design, offering a sanctuary of tranquility and comfort in perfect harmony with its marine surroundings. The experience unfolds around refined culinary offerings in several restaurants and bars, a holistic spa inspired by the five elements, and memorable activities that celebrate nature and a free-spirited lifestyle. From dolphin watching and tropical rhythms to attentive service, each day is tailored to your individual style, in a relaxed elegance that is uniquely Maldivian.
V Villas Maldives at Mirihi
Atoll Ari - Maldives
On the pristine private island of V Villas Maldives at Mirihi, just 42 villas offer intimate and refined luxury. Whether perched on stilts above the lagoon or nestled on the beach, they blend warm woods, natural textures, and seamless indoor-outdoor living for total immersion in the Indian Ocean. The experience combines tranquility and sophistication: fine dining, spa and wellness treatments, diving among vibrant reefs, or sunset strolls—every moment orchestrated by a dedicated butler in a setting where calm, light, and the sea set the rhythm of the day.
V Villas Maldives at Mirihi
Atoll Ari - Maldives
On the pristine private island of V Villas Maldives at Mirihi, just 42 villas offer intimate and refined luxury. Whether perched on stilts above the lagoon or nestled on the beach, they blend warm woods, natural textures, and seamless indoor-outdoor living for total immersion in the Indian Ocean. The experience combines tranquility and sophistication: fine dining, spa and wellness treatments, diving among vibrant reefs, or sunset strolls—every moment orchestrated by a dedicated butler in a setting where calm, light, and the sea set the rhythm of the day.
Kala Lombok Hotel
Lombok - Indonesia
Located in the heart of Kuta Lombok, just minutes from the beaches and the island's famous surf spots, the Kala Lombok Hotel cultivates the spirit of a discreet tropical retreat. This intimate boutique hotel has only 14 carefully designed rooms, where natural materials, clean lines, and sandy tones evoke a laid-back lifestyle inspired by the Indonesian coast. Surrounding a lush garden, the common areas are arranged around an elegant outdoor pool and sun-drenched terraces, designed as places of calm and reconnection. The intentionally minimalist yet welcoming atmosphere reinforces the idea of a peaceful retreat amidst nature, surfing, and local Lombok life.
Kala Lombok Hotel
Lombok - Indonesia
Located in the heart of Kuta Lombok, just minutes from the beaches and the island's famous surf spots, the Kala Lombok Hotel cultivates the spirit of a discreet tropical retreat. This intimate boutique hotel has only 14 carefully designed rooms, where natural materials, clean lines, and sandy tones evoke a laid-back lifestyle inspired by the Indonesian coast. Surrounding a lush garden, the common areas are arranged around an elegant outdoor pool and sun-drenched terraces, designed as places of calm and reconnection. The intentionally minimalist yet welcoming atmosphere reinforces the idea of a peaceful retreat amidst nature, surfing, and local Lombok life.
1 Hotel Tokyo
Tokyo - Japan
Located in Azabudai Hills, the 1 Hotel Tokyo embodies an urban sanctuary where refined design, omnipresent nature, and a strong commitment to sustainability come together across 119 rooms, a refined locavore dining concept, and a fully immersive wellness space.
1 Hotel Tokyo
Tokyo - Japan
Located in Azabudai Hills, the 1 Hotel Tokyo embodies an urban sanctuary where refined design, omnipresent nature, and a strong commitment to sustainability come together across 119 rooms, a refined locavore dining concept, and a fully immersive wellness space.
Hôtel Villa Colette
Cap Ferret - France
In Cap-Ferret, where light dances between pine forests and tides, a new address redefines the standards of local hospitality. Villa Colette is a five-star hotel on the Cap Ferret facing the Arcachon Bay, embodying a sensitive and contemporary vision of luxury. More than a place to stay, it is a declaration of love for the bay, a home imbued with memories and emotions, where elegance feels instinctive.
Hôtel Villa Colette
Cap Ferret - France
In Cap-Ferret, where light dances between pine forests and tides, a new address redefines the standards of local hospitality. Villa Colette is a five-star hotel on the Cap Ferret facing the Arcachon Bay, embodying a sensitive and contemporary vision of luxury. More than a place to stay, it is a declaration of love for the bay, a home imbued with memories and emotions, where elegance feels instinctive.
AMOH, a Luxury Collection Resort
Lindos - Greece
On a spectacular peninsula on the eastern coast of Rhodes, a new hospitality narrative is being written between sea and memory. AMOH, a Luxury Collection Resort, Rhodes is already positioning itself as one of the most anticipated openings of 2026, an intimate retreat where the landscape feels sculpted to embrace silence, light, and an endless horizon. Just minutes from the historic village of Lindos, the property promises an immersion into a Greece that is both timeless and distinctly contemporary.
AMOH, a Luxury Collection Resort
Lindos - Greece
On a spectacular peninsula on the eastern coast of Rhodes, a new hospitality narrative is being written between sea and memory. AMOH, a Luxury Collection Resort, Rhodes is already positioning itself as one of the most anticipated openings of 2026, an intimate retreat where the landscape feels sculpted to embrace silence, light, and an endless horizon. Just minutes from the historic village of Lindos, the property promises an immersion into a Greece that is both timeless and distinctly contemporary.
Amorgina Resort
Amorgos - Greece
Far from the most crowded Cycladic islands, Amorgos remains one of Greece’s most authentic destinations. It is on these unspoiled shores that Amorgina Resort will open on July 6, 2025, an intimate retreat featuring just sixteen suites. Overlooking the Aegean Sea, this new hideaway embraces a quieter vision of luxury, where architecture, gastronomy, and nature come together in effortless harmony.
Amorgina Resort
Amorgos - Greece
Far from the most crowded Cycladic islands, Amorgos remains one of Greece’s most authentic destinations. It is on these unspoiled shores that Amorgina Resort will open on July 6, 2025, an intimate retreat featuring just sixteen suites. Overlooking the Aegean Sea, this new hideaway embraces a quieter vision of luxury, where architecture, gastronomy, and nature come together in effortless harmony.
The Best New Hotels of 2026: Openings, Design and Exceptional Experiences
A New Generation of Luxury Hotels in 2026
In 2026, new hotels opening around the world embody a new vision of travel. Combining visionary design, sustainable architecture, holistic wellness and immersive experiences, these new addresses are redefining the codes of contemporary luxury. More than just places to stay, these hotels are becoming true destinations. They respond to the evolving expectations of modern travelers: meaningful experiences, a strong connection to their surroundings, a more responsible approach and deeply personalized hospitality.
New Hotel Openings Around the World in 2026
In the Mediterranean, new luxury hotels opening in 2026 focus on architecture that blends seamlessly with the landscape. Natural materials, contemporary lines, Mediterranean gardens and spectacular sea views create elegant and timeless experiences. In the Caribbean, new hotel openings are embracing privacy and complete disconnection. Open-air suites surrounded by nature, untouched beaches, wellness treatments and ocean experiences create exclusive escapes designed for slowing down. In Asia, new hotels celebrate slow living, local craftsmanship and ancient traditions. These immersive retreats combine minimalist design, wellness programs and meaningful cultural experiences. In Latin America, 2026 hotel openings are set within breathtaking landscapes, from lush jungles to dramatic mountains and untouched wilderness. These sustainable hotels prioritize a respectful approach to nature and local communities. In the Middle East, especially Saudi Arabia, major new hotel projects are unveiling a futuristic vision of luxury. Between vast deserts, the Red Sea coastline and ambitious cultural developments, these destinations combine bold architecture, innovation and unforgettable experiences.
2026 Trends: A More Sustainable and Experiential Luxury
The new hotels of 2026 share a common philosophy: creating more authentic and conscious travel experiences. Sustainable architecture, responsible materials, local gastronomy, innovative wellness programs and cultural immersion are becoming the new symbols of luxury. These 2026 hotel openings are no longer simply about accommodation, but about creating a complete travel experience.
The Stay Some Days Selection
Stay Some Days reveals a curated selection of the most anticipated new hotels of 2026. Each address is chosen for its unique identity, architecture, surroundings and the quality of the experience it offers. Discover the hotels shaping the future of travel: inspiring, sustainable and designed for travelers seeking exceptional stays.










