The Hottest New Hotels Opening Their Doors Across The Globe in 2023 & 2024
By Olivia Emily
1 year ago
Looking ahead to 2023? So are we
We’ve lived through the holiday home rental revolution, and though you can find some incredible stays in unique buildings by hiring a villa, nothing comes close to the luxury of a hotel stay. Sketching out your travel plans and looking for something brand spanking new? Here’s are all of the hot new hotels opening across the globe in 2023 and beyond…
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Preview: The Hottest New Hotels Opening Their Doors in 2023 & 2024
Bulgari Hotel Rome – Italy
Opening: 2023
Joining the new Tokyo outpost, Bulgari Hotel’s new Rome hotel is set to open in 2023, situated in the heart of the Campo Marzio neighbourhood, close to the central Piazza Augusto Imperatore. With both the architecture and interiors being led by Italian firm Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel, the 100+ rooms promise a prestigious, well-appointed stay. There will also be ‘Il Ristorante’, curated by famed chef Niko Romito. bulgarihotels.com
Svart Hotel – Norway
Opening: 2023
Svart is the the world’s first energy-positive hotel – a destination that not only offers travellers all the usual tenets of high-end hospitality, but also hopes to inspire its guests to learn more about conservation, sustainability, climate change and preserving the surrounding polar region. Designed by architects Snøhett, Svart is its flagship project: a glass-fronted, doughnut-shaped building that will be built from prefabricated capsules in Holandsfjorden fjord, balanced on stilts. Within five years, Svart aims to be zero waste and energy positive. svart.no
Nobu Hotel Marrakech – Morocco
Opening: Summer 2023
Nobu’s first venture into Africa, the design-led Nobu Hotel Marrakech is located in the Hivernage district, steps from the city’s souks and vibrant Djemaa el-Fna. With 71 spacious guest rooms and suites, a selection of dining venues and rooftop spaces, and a spacious spa and fitness centre with indoor and outdoor swimming pools, it’s an exciting cultural hub. nobuhotels.com
Viceroy at Ombria Resort – Portugal
Opening: Spring 2023
Set in the Algarve’s lush green hills, the new secluded Viceroy will feature 76 luxe guestrooms and suites and 65 residences alongside an 18-hold golf course, surrounded by citrus groves, carob trees and small farms, and a stone’s throw from cobblestone villages. Get involved in organic farming and beekeeping, or try your hand at star gazing. Kids can enjoy Generation V Kids’ Club while grown ups wind down in the onsite spa and heated pools. viceroyhotelsandresorts.com
Ikos Porto Petro – Mallorca, Spain
Opening: Summer 2023
Bringing the five-star luxury it is known for to the Balearics, Ikos Porto Petro will be Ikos Resorts’ seventh property, with 319 elegant rooms and suites with terraces, private pools and Mediterranean views. There are five indoor and outdoor heated pools across the resort, along with pristine secluded coves and the natural beauty of the beach. ikosresorts.com
Montesol Experimental – Ibiza
Opening: Spring 2023
Following a redesign and renovation by Experimental Group, Ibiza’s Montesol reopened earlier this year, lengthening its history as Ibiza’s first hotel (previously known as Gran Hotel Montesol). With 33 rooms just off the main strip of the Paseo Vara de Rey, the redesign has been overseen by award-winning French hospitality designer Dorothée Meilichzon. montesolexperimental.com
Mandarin Oriental Costa Navarino – Greece
Opening: Spring 2023
A plethora of new openings for the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group in 2023 also sees the group’s first opening in Greece. Debuting in spring, Costa Navarino will be situated on the southwest coast of the Peloponnese amid unspoiled Mediterranean landscapes. With 99 guest rooms and 48 pool villas – all with outdoor terraces and sea views – guests will experience five restaurants and bars, 1,500 sqm of wellness facilities, a stunning 25m indoor-outdoor pool, as well as nearby watersports, biking, rock-climbing and golf. costanavarino.com
The Regina and Le Garage – Biarritz, France
Opening: Spring 2023
Originally opening in 1907, The Regina Hotel & Spa is a legendary hotel overlooking the Atlantic, with views of the Biarritz lighthouse. Refurbished by Experimental Group, the Belle Époque-style building is home to 72 rooms, a restaurant and bar, and a spa with outdoor swimming pool. Next door sits Le Garage, a 27-key property that was once a classic automobile garage. reginaexperimental.com / hotel-garage-biarritz.fr
Hotel La Palma – Capri, Italy
Opening: Spring 2023
The Oetker Collection added Hotel La Palma, Capri to the group’s portfolio of Masterpiece Hotels, bringing to life the island’s iconic dolce vita lifestyle as a reimagined incarnation of the original Hotel La Palma – the first and oldest hotel on the island. Located steps from the famous Piazzetta, the 50-room Hotel La Palma will comprise a rooftop restaurant and bar, a stunning pool deck, a spa and high-fashion boutiques. The La Palma Beach Club in the Marina Piccola aspires to be the day-into-night, buzzing epicentre of the social scene on the island, with food by celebrated Chef, Gennaro Esposito. oetkercollection.com
ROMEO Roma – Rome, Italy
Opening: Spring 2023
From the late, world-renowned architect Zaha Hadid, ROMEO Rome opened in the eternal city earlier this year, situated in a historic palazzo dating back to the 1500s, a former home of the noble Serroberti-Capponi family. Hoping to push beyond conventional luxury across 80 spacious guest rooms and suites, expect magnificent views, a destination restaurant, an open-air courtyard with indoor and outdoor pools, rooftop lounges and bars, and ROMEO The Spa by Sisley Paris. romeohotel.it
Locke at East Side Gallery – Friedrichshain, Berlin
Opening: May 2023
Bringing a touch of cool luxury to the German capital, Locke at East Side Gallery comprises of 176 studio apartments, most with private balconies with views of river or skyline views. Situated among Berlin’s trendiest Friedrichshain, Kreuzberg and Mitte inner districts, and taking design cues from microlocality (led by Matthew Grzywinski of Grzywinski+Pons), the apart-hotel also features a co-working area, coffee shop, rooftop terrace, 25 hour gym, and an audiophile bar and restaurant, introducing a new, immersive way of experiencing music. lockeliving.com
Ikos Resorts – Corfu
Opening: May 2023
Ikos Resorts in Corfu, Greece will be opening its sixth property in spring next year, adding to its portfolio of award-winning luxury all-inclusive resorts. Across the bay from Ikos Dassia, Ikos Odisia offers dramatic views and landscaped vistas across the Ionian Sea. Combining relaxed beach life with luxury 395 sumptuous rooms, suites, bungalows, and villas have each been thoughtfully designed for couples and families of all sizes. ikosresorts.com
VAKKO Hotel & Residences – Istanbul, Turkey
Opening: Spring 2023
From Turkey’s leading luxury goods house, VAKKO’s first hotel opened this spring, with 31 suites, an indulgent spa, gym, and a spectacular penthouse. Hoping to appeal to the fashion conscious, expect sumptuous interiors in the brand’s signature cream and black tones. vakkohotel.com
Bulgari Hotel Tokyo – Japan
Opening: April 2023
Occupying the top seven floors of an ultra-skyscraper in Tokyo’s Yaesu 2-Chome North District, Bulgari Hotel Tokyo is one of two new Bulgari openings in 2023. Situated withing walking distance of some of the city’s best attractions, the hotel will house 98 guest rooms, including multiple luxury suites and an extravagant Bvlgari Suite. bulgarihotels.com
The Rome EDITION – Italy
Opening: Early 2023
With 93 rooms and suites, two penthouses with private terraces, a signature restaurant with outdoor dining space, a cool cocktail bar, a rooftop pool, and a rooftop terrace to enjoy seasonal bites with a view, EDITION Hotels’ first venture into Italy is an exciting one. Situated a stone’s throw from Via Veneto and Bernini’s Tritone Fountain in Piazza Barberini, it will also be an ideal, luxurious spot from which to explore the eternal city. editionhotels.com
Ngorongoro Lodge, a Meliá Collection Hotel – Tanzania
Opening: Early 2023
Set in a rare conservation area, Meliá’s fourth Tanzanian property has the natural environment and local culture at its heart. Ngorongoro Lodge has been a feature of the nature reserve for some time, but Meliá’s major renovation will adapt the lodge to the needs of discerning, eco-conscious travellers, without damaging its authenticity and integration with its surrounding environment. With 28 rooms and 24 spacious suites with views of the crater, two restaurants, a barbecue area, a pool and a spa, it’s one to keep your eye on for your next safari adventure. melia.com
laïla, Seychelles, a Tribute Portfolio Resort – Seychelles
Opening: Early 2023
Tribute Portfolio’s Seychelles debut, laïla offers a calming oasis set in Anse Royale on the South-eastern coast of Mahé Island. Designed with MMAC Design and with 76 guestrooms and eight suites (complete with plunge pools), the resort hosts three restaurants, three bars, a delicatessen, spa, barbershop, gym, swimming pool and kids club. marriott.com
The Ritz-Carlton Melbourne – Australia
Opening: Early 2023
With an express elevator that whisks guests up to the top floor, The Ritz-Carlton is Australia’s tallest hotel. Celebrating Australian culture, there are holistic wellness facilities – like a peaceful yoga space, vitality pools and rejuvenating treatments that harness locally sourced botanicals – as well as a heated infinity pool with floor-to-ceiling views of the city from Level 64. ritzcarlton.com
JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge – Kenya
Opening: Early 2023
Masai Mara Lodge is Marriott’s first venture into the luxury safari segment, taking to the bank of Kenya’s River Talek to host guests on a unique base to discover the Masai Mara National Reserve. Think stunning vistas and abundant wildlife across seemingly endless plains. Then settle down and rest up in one of 20 guest tents, dine in the restaurant, sip in the lounge bar, or take a dip in the swimming pool. marriott.co.uk
Cap Karoso – Sumba Island, Indonesia
Opening: Early 2023
This 47-room, 20-villa eco-conscious haven – with organic farm to boot – is the product of the two young, ethically minded French adventurers, Fabrice and Evguenia Ivara, who first visited Sumba in 2017 and were captivated by its charm. Guests can expect eco-friendly architecture by Gary Fell’s GFAB practice, calming interiors by Jakarta-based Bitte Studio, artist ateliers, a creative kids programme, a beach club, a chef’s table restaurant, and an open-air cinema. capkaroso.com
Yazz Collective – Fethiye, Turkey
Opening: April 2023
Accessible only by sea, Yazz Collective is a new retreat set within a private bay in Turkey, designed to appeal to both the yacht set and cool creatives. Think beach restaurant, beach bar, and an intimate 16 guest houses peppered amid verdant gardens. Expect long days sprawled on Bali beds, sunrise yoga sessions, art workshops – and to turn the volume up at the weekend. yazzcollective.com
Magma Resort – Santorini, Greece
Opening: April 2023
Magma Resort Santorini, the first Hyatt-affiliated resort in the Greek Islands, is part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt. The 59-room property is managed by SWOT Hospitality and is located on the lava-made slopes of Vourvoulos among traditional vineyards, offering guests panoramic views of the Aegean Sea. The luxury resort has a state-of-the-art spa with volcanic-based treatments, private pools, and a restaurant by Michelin-starred chef Arnaud Bignon. magmaresortsantorini.com
Reverie – Sri Lanka
Opening: February 2023
Two new properties arrived in Sri Lanka in February, under the new Reverie umbrella from Sri Lanka’s leading luxury hotel collection, Resplendent Ceylon. Both situated on the south coast, find Kayaam House in Tangalle, home to six Ocean Rooms and two Palm Suites, all just steps from the ocean. Ahu Bay, however, is in Ahungalla, where four suites and three three-bedroom villas feature sandy tones, rattan furniture, recycled wood accents and plenty of natural greenery. thereverie.life
Image: Kayaam House
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Hôtel Dame des Arts – Paris, France
Opening: February 2023
Situated on the bustling Left Bank – in the beating artistic heart of the legendary St-Germain-des-Prés – Hôtel Dame des Arts is a game-changing opening in Paris. Embracing its culturally rich neighbourhood (once home to Picasso, Hemingway, Coco Chanel and the Fitzgeralds), Studio Saint Lazare is behind the branding, following its successful branding of the Nomad Hotels. There are Nouvelle Vague movie set interiors – designed by internationally renowned designer Raphael Navot – making for unique spaces and intricate colours and textures across 109 bedrooms, as well as a Rooftop Bar with 360-degree views of Paris. damedesarts.com
The Peninsula Istanbul – Turkey
Opening: 14 February 2023
Set along the banks of the scenic Bosphorus in Istanbul’s historic Karaköy district, The Peninsula’s latest opening is set across four buildings, three of which are careful renovations of historical landmarks dating back to the early 1900s. It’s part of Galataport, a new waterfront revitalisation project that will see a promenade, museums and art galleries, restaurants, boutiques, and a cruise ship port join the hotel in due course. peninsula.com
The Georgian – Santa Monica, California
Opening: January 2023
Having originally opened in 1933 – and hosted the likes of Charlie Chaplin, Clark Gable, Marilyn Monroe, and Rose Kennedy – the iconic The Georgian hotel reopened early in 2023, with a historically-inspired restoration led by London and LA-based boutique design firm, Fettle. thegeorgian.com
Caravan Dakhla – Morocco
Opening: January 2023
Eco-hospitality group Habitas’ second Morocco property, Caravan Dakhla is set on the shores of the Dakhla lagoon, making the most of the location with a kitesurf school in partnership with Naish. There is also a Surf Wellness Clinic alongside 24 guestrooms, a locally-inspired restaurant and bar, a swimming pool, a yoga and wellness centre, and and outdoor cinema. Surf’s up! ourhabitas.com
Casa Baglioni – Milan, Italy
Opening: January 2023
Known for its fine hotels in Italy’s art cities, Baglioni Hotels & Resorts opened Casa Baglioni early in the new year, with an intimate 30 suites and bedrooms, a living area, an impressive wine cellar, and a restaurant from famed chef Claudio Sadler. Drawing inspiration from 1960s Milan, the spaces are designed by Italian architects Spagnulo & Partners, blending well with the surroundings of luxury boutiques, art galleries, antique markets and chic cocktail bars. baglionihotels.com
andBeyond Punakha River Lodge – Bhutan
Opening: September 2023
This September, andBeyond plan to open their first lodge in Asia, andBeyond Punakha River Lodge in the Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan. With six safari style tented suites, a two-room Family Suite with its own private pool, and the one-bedroom River House suites with private plunge pools or hot tubs (depending on the season), the lodge draws on its natural surroundings for inspiration, with uninterrupted views of the Himalayas and easy access to a range of walking trails and the Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten nearby. andbeyond.com
Hotel Le Grand Mazarin ParisLe Grand Mazarin – Paris, France
Opening: 18 September 2023
At the corner of rue des Archives and rue de la Verrerie, near the Hôtel de Ville, Maisons Pariente’s latest hotel (and its first urban hotel) opened earlier this year, embodying the cosmopolitan eclecticism of the Marais across 61 unique rooms and suites, along with a swimming pool, restaurant and bar. legrandmazarin.com
The Fifth Avenue Hotel – New York, USA
Opening: 16 October 2023
This historical gem has been transformed into a new landmark hotel, ideally positioned on the northwest corner of Fifth Avenue and 28th Street, steps away from Madison Square Park in the Nomad neighbourhood. Created by a collection of creative minds across design, art, gastronomy and hospitality, expect 153 guest rooms and suites (many with private terraces), an array of restaurants and bars under Chef Andrew Carmellini, and a 2,800 sqft Ballroom. thefifthavenuehotel.com
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Faern – Swiss Alps
Opening: January 2023
Two new resorts opened in the Swiss Alps early in the new year: Faern Arosa Altein and Faern Crans-Montana Valaisia. Approaching the destination with a fresh take – inspired by scenic sites and togetherness – Faern (a combination of the German ‘feiern’, to celebrate, and the English ‘fern’, the icon of mountain flora) will showcase the best of altitude living. Set to become the latest ski and snowboarding hotspot, Faern will stay open for the summer season, offering wellness activities, hiking and biking routes. faernresorts.com
TOKYO TORCH, Dorchester Collection – Tokyo, Japan
Opening: 2028
The Dorchester Collection has been selected as the management for the hotel in Torch Tower by Mitsubishi Estate Co., Ltd. and Tokyo Century Corporation, currently under construction but set to be Japan’s tallest building. Although, you’ll have to sit tight if you want to experience it – it won’t be open until 2028.
Bulgari Resort Ranfushi – Maldives
Opening: 2025
Bulgari Hotels & Resorts recently announced that it will be opening a new resort in the Maldives in 2025, Bulgari Resort Ranfushi, the thirteenth hotel in the Bulgari Hotels and Resorts collection. If the Italian brand’s long history of masterful fragrances and accessories – as well as its other hotels – are anything to go by, it promises to be a stunning, luxurious escape. bulgarihotels.com
Four Seasons Hotel Cartagena – Colombia
Opening: TBD
Located on the doorstep of Cartagena’s historic walled city – a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which can be viewed from the rooftop pool – Four Seasons Hotel Cartagena will open in 2023, complete with 131 guest rooms and suites, and a total of six restaurants and bars. Several culturally significant buildings, dating as far back as the 16th Century, are being restored as a result, including the Cloister of Saint Francis, the Club Cartagena (a 1920s Beaux Arts masterpiece) and four theatres. fourseasons.com
ÀNI Private Resorts – Anguilla, Caribbean
Opening: 2024
With outposts across the Caribbean and Southeast Asia, ÀNI Private Resorts’ latest development – a 15 suite estate complete with tennis court, gym, spa and beach front pavilion – will arrive on Shoal Bay in Anguilla in 2024. With a 1:1 ratio of guest to staff, expect to kick back and relax, with signature services and amenities at your fingertips. aniprivateresorts.com
The Warren Street Hotel – NYC, USA
Opening: Early 2024
A new opening is coming to the Big Apple in 2024, situated between West Broadway and Greenwich Street in the heart of Tribeca, New York. With 57 guest rooms and 12 residential spaces, The Warren Street Hotel will feature interiors from Kit Kemp Design studio, accompanied by incredible views of the World Trade Center and the Hudson River. firmdalehotels.com
Ozen Mansion Kolkata – India
Opening: Early 2024
From the Indian Ocean to India proper: Ozen’s first post outside of the Maldives will be in India’s Kolkata, reminiscent of a stately residence with 235 rooms, and two presidential suites with a private pool. City-focused, the Ozen Mansion will have a ‘club lounge’ concept, with approximately 6,500 sqm of indoor and outdoor venues, including an art banquet hall with pre-function space, open air courtyard and lawn, boardrooms, three expansive conference rooms, and a pool party hall with open-air space. theozencollection.com
One&Only Moonlight Basin – Montana, United States
Opening: 2024
Nestled between Lone Peak and the Spanish Peaks, One&Only will be launching its first resort and residential community in the States in 2024, in Big Sky, Montana. Boasting beautiful views overlooking Montana’s mountains and wildlife, this will also be the brand’s first alpine resort, with 73 guest rooms and suites in the main lodge, 19 secluded villas, a separate ski lodge and a Chenot Spa. Designed by Olson Kundig, the interiors promise sleek and contemporary aesthetics, complete with glass walls showcasing the mountain ranges of Big Sky. oneandonlyresorts.com
One&Only Aesthesis – Glyfada, Greece
Opening: TBD 2023
Following the recent opening of One&Only Portonovi in Montenegro, a new One&Only outpost is coming to Greece’s Athenian riviera in 2023: One&Only Aesthesis. Embodying the glamour of 60s and 70s Greece, the chic resort will be 30 minutes from the centre of Athens, balancing city life and history with the relaxing surroundings of the Aegean sea and natural thermal springs of Lake Vouliagmeni. There will also be a Chenot Spa, home to pioneering, scientifically-rooted treatments for optimum health and vitality. oneandonlyresorts.com
The Standard – Singapore
Opening: TBD 2023
Modern hotel brand The Standard’s new Singapore outpost will feature 143 rooms in a prime location on Orange Grove Road, slated to open in 2023. A short walk from the UNESCO Singapore Botanical Gardens, the hotel will feature all of The Standard charms we’ve come to love: a signature restaurant, nightlife vibrancy, and cultural programming, with the added benefit of an infinity pool and pool bar set within a lush botanical courtyard. standardhotels.com
The Homestead – Nambiti Private Game Reserve, South Africa
Opening: TBD 2023
This 12-suite, eco-conscious, ultra-luxury lodge is set to open in the Nambiti Private Game Reserve – two and a half hours from Durban, four hours from Johannesburg – in Q2 2023, opening up one of South Africa’s most ambitious conservation projects to guests with tailored game drives, cooking classes, community elders visits, birding adventures. Here, the Big 5, along with over 50 species of wildlife, can be experienced without the threat of malaria. Hoping to redefine the eco-luxury lodge, innovative architecture – which combines new structures with original, 19th century buildings – will blend seamlessly with the surroundings. homesteadlodge.com
The Pavilions Anambas – Indonesia
Opening: Late 2023
New from boutique luxury hotel brand, The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts: a twin-island private hideaway off the northwest coast of Indonesia, close to Singapore and sheltered by coral reefs, surrounded by turquoise waters, and home to eight pristine beaches. Part of Indonesia’s Kepulauan Riau (Riau Archipelago, a chain of over 1,796 islands) and accessible only by private boat or floatplane, there will be an intimate 10 luxury Residences available for purchase alongside 12 guest villas alongside a clubhouse, restaurant, beach bar and state-of-the-art spa. pavilionshotels.com
InterContinental Chiang Mai Mae Ping – Thailand
Opening: December 2023
Blending tradition and modernity, the InterContinental Chiang Mai Mae Ping will be the first hotel to open as part of a new partnership between IHG Hotels & Resorts and Thailand’s lifestyle real-estate group, Asset World Corporation (AWC). Guests can expect a sense of retreat and nature in the heart of a bustling city, across 240 rooms showcasing indigenous Lanna decor, like lacquering and metal beating. ihg.com
The Lana – Dubai
Opening: December 2023
The Dorchester Collection’s first foray into the Middle East, The Lana has been developed in partnership with visionary real estate group OMNIYAT. Located in Business Bay, it will overlook the Downtown area, with 225 guest rooms and suites situated in a 30-storey tower. Expect ultra luxury with world-class dining and an expansive pool with panoramic views. dorchestercollection.com
Paragraph Freedom Square – Tbilisi, Georgia
Opening: November 2023
The Luxury Collection’s first outpost in Georgia, Paragraph Freedom Square is in the most iconic postcode in Tbilisi, an iconic destination and authentic gateway to the city. Two hundred and twenty guestrooms have been designed with traditional Georgian touches mixed with modern luxury finishes. The same is true in the hotel’s specialty restaurant, from furnishings to food. For spectacular views, the Skybar provides the perfect evening escape. There’s also a luxurious spa, indoor pool, gym, and rooftop cable car to the neighbouring golf course. the-luxury-collection.marriott.com
XELA – Tulum, Mexico
Opening: 1 November 2023
Pronounced ‘shell-ah’, the gorgeous new XELA will open its doors in Tulum, Mexico on 1 November 2023, the latest addition to Namron Hospitality’s locally-rooted collection of boutique hotels. Overlooking the Caribbean Sea and sitting just across the road from the lush jungle, XELA is located in one of the first private villas ever built on Tulum Beach (previously owned by a Belgian designer and an avant-garde British artist), revitalised by local residential architect Carlos Larios in his first hotel project. Expect just 12 bedrooms, accompanied by a rooftop lounge, beachfront restaurant, two swimming pools, spa cabins, a private beach and a boutique. xelatulum.com
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