The Most Anticipated Luxury Hotel Openings in 2026
- Dee Momi
- Aug 15
- 7 min read
Updated: Oct 7
From private island escapes to historic palazzos and long-awaited city debuts, 2026 is shaping up to be a landmark year in luxury hospitality.
While some openings are quietly elegant and others are bold statements of design and destination, they all bring something new to the high-end travel space - and many are the result of years of planning, restoration or architectural ambition.
Enjoy our curation of the most exciting openings from globally respected names selected for their location, brand integrity and the experiences they promise to deliver for discerning travellers.
Expect nuance, design, exclusivity and a little bit of magic.
Disclaimer: All information is correct at the time of publishing and may be subject to change whilst properties remain under development.
BAHAMAS
Location: Across two of the Exumas’ most secluded private cays - Children’s Bay Cay and Williams Cay.
Design: Eco-conscious island pavilions nestled into natural landscapes across 400 acres of remote land.
Vibe: Raw beauty refined - minimal luxury with ultimate privacy.
Capacity: 36 pavilions plus an exclusive number of branded residences.
Notable inclusions: Private beach club, berthing marina, diverse culinary experiences.
Ideal for: Families wanting space, HNW wellness retreats, low-density luxury seekers.
BELIZE
Four Seasons Caye Chapel
Location: 300-acre private island off the coast of Belize.
Design: Contemporary island architecture with customised features and bespoke artwork.
Vibe: Exclusive, off-grid eco-luxury with Four Seasons polish.
Capacity: 100 rooms, 18 over water bungalows plus 148 residences.
Notable inclusions: Private airstrip / heliport, 9-hole golf course, 20 berth marina and conservation-focused initiatives.
Ideal for: Oceanfront escapists, yacht travellers and eco-conscious luxury seekers.
CRETE
Location: Between Plaka village and the port of Elounda, Crete.
Design: A reimagining of the existing Blue Palace resort, blending Cretan elegance with Rosewood’s refined aesthetic.
Vibe: Slow-luxury on the Aegean, with a deep sense of place and privacy.
Capacity: 154 rooms and suites, including 85 with private pools.
Notable inclusions: Hydrotherapy treatments, private beach, elevated Greek dining.
Ideal for: Mediterranean loyalists, wellness travellers, heritage-inspired escapes.
FLORENCE
Location: Fiesole hills above Florence. Design: Renaissance-era villa converted into Belmond luxury with period details intact. Vibe: Timeless luxury, tranquility and refined romance. Capacity: 46 rooms and suites, including a private 3-bedroom villa. Notable inclusions: Panoramic heated swimming pool, cooking school, guest-accessible wine cellar, Italian gardens with city views. Ideal for: Art and history lovers, Florence connoisseurs, celebrating special occasions.
GSTAAD
Four Seasons The Park
Location: Nestled in the Swiss Alps, near Gstaad village.
Design: Traditional Alpine chalet elegance reimagined with modern luxury interiors.
Vibe: Cosy, historic mountain retreat with polished service and wellness at its core.
Capacity: 75 rooms and suites, including luxury Penthouse Residences for purchase.
Notable inclusions: Full-service Alpine spa, indoor / outdoor swimming pools, Michelin-level dining.
Ideal for: Winter sports enthusiasts, multi-generation family trips, discreet A-list holidays.
JEDDAH
Four Seasons Jeddah at the Corniche
Location: Jeddah’s Corniche waterfront with Red Sea views. Design: Modern Arabesque with rich regional influence. Vibe: Sleek coastal retreat in a rapidly developing cultural hub. Capacity: 269 rooms and suites, 21 serviced apartments and 64 private residences including 2 penthouses. Notable inclusions: Rooftop pool, luxury spa and hammam, elegant shisha / cigar lounge. Ideal for: Executive stays, HNW locals, art and culture-driven travellers.
LONDON
St. Regis London
Specific location: Former Westbury Hotel site in Mayfair, by New Bond Street.
Design: Classic British refinement reinterpreted with the signature St. Regis allure, marking the brand’s debut in the UK.
Vibe: Heritage luxury with a modern Mayfair edge.
Capacity: 196 rooms and suites.
Notable inclusions: Hallmark butler service, luxury spa, speakeasy jazz bar.
Ideal for: Business-meets-pleasure travellers, brand loyalists, city elegance.
Waldorf Astoria London Admiralty Arch
Location: Historic Admiralty Arch overlooking St James’ Park.
Design: Preserved Grade I-listed grandeur with elevated contemporary styling.
Vibe: Regal and refined - a true London landmark reimagined.
Capacity: 100 rooms and suites, plus a Presidential 2-bedroom suite with Buckingham Palace views.
Notable inclusions: World-renowned Chef’s dining concepts, underground bar, ballroom.
Ideal for: History lovers, city first timers, luxury hotel collectors.
MALDIVES
Location: Raa Atoll, Maldives.
Design: Sleek Italian minimalism meets tropical barefoot sustainable luxury.
Vibe: Fashion-forward serenity - low-key glamour in the middle of the ocean.
Capacity: 54 villas across 20 hectares, including an exclusive property on a private island.
Notable inclusions: Signature Bvlgari Spa, gourmet dining with Italian / Asian influences, yoga pavilion.
Ideal for: Style-conscious couples, discreet honeymoons, high-fashion escapists.
MALLORCA
Location: Calvià Design: Elegant Balearic design with a focus on natural materials and coastal charm, championed by award-winning Spanish architect and interior designer. Vibe: Sophisticated and secluded - understated elegance meets holistic serenity. Capacity: 131 rooms including 44 suites and 9 bungalows. Notable inclusions: Signature wellness therapies, multiple pools, panoramic views. Ideal for: Wellness seekers, design lovers, relaxed romantic breaks.
MEXICO
Location: Baja Peninsula’s East Cape, on the Sea of Cortez.
Design: Elevated pavilions with seamless indoor-outdoor living and panoramic desert-meets-sea views.
Vibe: Remote, elemental and indulgently peaceful.
Capacity: 20 stilted bi-level pavilions with private pools and 24 branded residences.
Notable inclusions: Private stretch of white sand beach, organic gardens, full service spa with yoga and pilates studios.
Ideal for: Adventure-curious Aman fans, barefoot luxury purists, honeymooners.
MIAMI
Location: On Collins Avenue in the Faena District, Miami Beach.
Design: Sleek, meditative lines and natural materials with Japanese influence.
Vibe: Ultra-luxury sanctuary incorporating an interior / al fresco flow.
Capacity: 56 rooms and suites, plus 22 branded residences.
Notable inclusions: Direct beach access, holistic wellness, the exclusive Aman Club.
Ideal for: Aman devotees, quiet luxury lovers, experiential Miami escapes.
MILAN
Location: Former Palazzo Branca in the heart of Milan, by the city’s fashion district.
Design: 19th-Century classicism blended with contemporary Milanese chic.
Vibe: Understated fashion-world luxury with a grand historic backdrop.
Capacity: 70 rooms including 20 suites.
Notable inclusions: Courtyard / garden restaurant, urban spa, indoor pool.
Ideal for: Fashion weeks, creative professionals, shopping-fuelled city breaks.
MYKONOS
Location: Above Kalo Livadi Bay, Mykonos.
Design: Whitewashed Cycladic architecture with minimalist modern interiors.
Vibe: Refined yet relaxed - classic Mykonos, Four Seasons style.
Capacity: 94 sea-view accommodations including 30+ suites with private plunge pools.
Notable inclusions: Direct private beach access, secluded beach club with cabanas and two infinity pools, signature spa, boat jetty.
Ideal for: Summer jet-setters, groups of friends, design-minded travellers.
RIYADH
Location: In Wadi Safar, near Riyadh.
Design: Traditional Najdi-inspired structures married with Aman’s clean aesthetic.
Vibe: Desert sanctuary rooted in history, elevated by wellness and community connection.
Capacity: 80 rooms and 37 residences.
Notable inclusions: Branded spa with hammam and banya houses, racquet club, numerous pools.
Ideal for: Cultural enthusiasts, wellness-focused travellers, discreet luxury desert escapes.
The Oberoi Diriyah
Location: UNESCO-listed Diriyah district, near Riyadh.
Design: Inspired by Najdi architecture, fused with Oberoi’s serene luxury approach.
Vibe: Cultural and historical immersion meets world-class service in a private enclave.
Capacity: 60 rooms and 10 branded residences.
Notable inclusions: Heritage walks, private pools, access to The Royal Diriyah Golf Club and the Royal Equestrian + Polo Club.
Ideal for: Cultural travellers, new-to-Saudi explorers, thoughtful luxury seekers.
ROME
Location: Former headquarters of Italy’s Banca Nazionale del Lavoro, near Via Veneto.
Design: Grand Roman architecture paired with Rosewood’s warm minimalism.
Vibe: Roman elegance with a modern pulse.
Capacity: 157 accommodations including 44 suites.
Notable inclusions: Rooftop bar with city views, Roman bathhouse in the original vault, grand ballroom.
Ideal for: First-timers to Rome, high-end city lovers, film set glamour revellers.
SARDINIA
Mandarin Oriental Porto Cervo
Location: Overlooking the Gulf of Pevero, in Porto Cervo.
Design: Mediterranean modernity with crisp lines and an indoor-outdoor style integrated with nature.
Vibe: Stylish coastal hideaway, amidst a lush forest setting with a strong wellness thread.
Capacity: 83 rooms and suites with breathtaking views.
Notable inclusions: Award-winning wellness spa, direct beach access, exclusive beach club, locally rooted cuisine.
Ideal for: Italian-summer loyalists, yacht guests, luxury retreaters.
SYDNEY
Waldorf Astoria Sydney
Location: Circular Quay - a prime harbourside spot.
Design: Sleek, modern Australian design with dramatic Harbour Bridge and Opera House views.
Vibe: Understated glamour in a refined urban setting.
Capacity: 179 rooms and 41 suites.
Notable inclusions: Rooftop bar boasting panoramic views, fine dining, spa with indoor pool, grand ballroom.
Ideal for: City-breakers, luxury cruise explorers, business travellers.
VENICE
Four Seasons Hotel Danieli
Location: Directly on the waterfront of the Venetian lagoon, near St. Mark’s Square.
Design: 14th-Century Venetian Gothic meets contemporary luxury.
Vibe: Historic opulence reimagined for a new era with scenic views.
Capacity: 204 rooms and suites.
Notable inclusions: Restaurant terrace, private boat access, rooftop pool.
Ideal for: Heritage hotel collectors, cultural travellers, romantic escapes.
The Langham Venice
Location: Within the former 17th-Century glass factory Casino Mocenigo, on Murano island.
Design: Baroque heritage restored with Langham’s timeless, grand hotel style.
Vibe: Romantic, artistic and tranquil, with a focus on wellness.
Capacity: 133 rooms and suites.
Notable inclusions: Central courtyard with a swimming pool and manicured gardens, signature Chuan Spa, al fresco / rooftop bars, private cooking school.
Ideal for: Repeat Venice visitors, couple’s breaks, Murano glass and art lovers.
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