The Best New Hotels
Mazzarò Sea Palace
Taormina - Italy
Perched directly above the crystal clear waters of the Bay of Mazzarò, beneath the timeless silhouette of Taormina and Mount Etna, Mazzarò Sea Palace unveils a sophisticated new chapter following its extensive 2026 redesign. Blending contemporary Mediterranean elegance with authentic Sicilian craftsmanship, this legendary seaside retreat redefines one of Italy's most iconic luxury destinations.
Mazzarò Sea Palace
Taormina - Italy
Perched directly above the crystal clear waters of the Bay of Mazzarò, beneath the timeless silhouette of Taormina and Mount Etna, Mazzarò Sea Palace unveils a sophisticated new chapter following its extensive 2026 redesign. Blending contemporary Mediterranean elegance with authentic Sicilian craftsmanship, this legendary seaside retreat redefines one of Italy's most iconic luxury destinations.
Park Hyatt Taormina
Taormina - Italy
Opening in 2028, Park Hyatt Taormina brings one of Hyatt's most prestigious luxury brands to Sicily for the very first time. Perched on the dramatic cliffs of the Ionian coast, just minutes from Taormina, this spectacular new retreat promises to combine breathtaking Mediterranean views, sophisticated contemporary design and the timeless charm of one of Italy's most captivating destinations.
Park Hyatt Taormina
Taormina - Italy
Opening in 2028, Park Hyatt Taormina brings one of Hyatt's most prestigious luxury brands to Sicily for the very first time. Perched on the dramatic cliffs of the Ionian coast, just minutes from Taormina, this spectacular new retreat promises to combine breathtaking Mediterranean views, sophisticated contemporary design and the timeless charm of one of Italy's most captivating destinations.
Belmond Villa Timeo
Taormina - Italy
Perched high above the sparkling Bay of Naxos, Villa Timeo opens a remarkable new chapter in Sicilian hospitality. Unveiled on June 18, 2026, this exclusive 21-room private villa by Belmond reimagines one of Taormina's most storied residences through the visionary interiors of celebrated French designer Laura Gonzalez, creating an intimate Mediterranean sanctuary where aristocratic heritage meets contemporary elegance.
Belmond Villa Timeo
Taormina - Italy
Perched high above the sparkling Bay of Naxos, Villa Timeo opens a remarkable new chapter in Sicilian hospitality. Unveiled on June 18, 2026, this exclusive 21-room private villa by Belmond reimagines one of Taormina's most storied residences through the visionary interiors of celebrated French designer Laura Gonzalez, creating an intimate Mediterranean sanctuary where aristocratic heritage meets contemporary elegance.
Mangia’s Costa Ragusa Borgo
Palermo - Italy
A new chapter of Mediterranean living is unfolding on Sicily’s sun-drenched southeastern coast, where Costa Ragusa Borgo & Resort reimagines the art of Italian hospitality through a dual concept of refined resort living and an authentic village atmosphere, opening in summer 2026. Where golden light meets olive trees and the deep blue of the Mediterranean, Costa Ragusa invites guests into a slower, more sensory way of experiencing Sicily.
Mangia’s Costa Ragusa Borgo
Palermo - Italy
A new chapter of Mediterranean living is unfolding on Sicily’s sun-drenched southeastern coast, where Costa Ragusa Borgo & Resort reimagines the art of Italian hospitality through a dual concept of refined resort living and an authentic village atmosphere, opening in summer 2026. Where golden light meets olive trees and the deep blue of the Mediterranean, Costa Ragusa invites guests into a slower, more sensory way of experiencing Sicily.
Explore New Hotel Openings Worldwide
Step into a curated world of newly opened and upcoming hotels, where each address has been selected for its vision, design, and sense of place. From refined luxury resorts to intimate boutique escapes and forward-thinking wellness retreats, discover new hotels worldwide that redefine how we travel today. Browse by region, year, hotel brand, or category to find the most relevant openings and book your next stay with confidence.



