Best New Beach & Island Hotels
The Shelborne By Proper
Miami Beach
A legendary address returns to the spotlight on Miami Beach, where The Shelborne By Proper unveils a bold new chapter of oceanfront luxury, blending Art Deco heritage with contemporary design and a distinctly laid-back, sun-soaked rhythm. Where golden light meets Atlantic horizons, The Shelborne By Proper captures the essence of Miami, vibrant, sensual, and effortlessly refined.
The Shelborne By Proper
Miami Beach
A legendary address returns to the spotlight on Miami Beach, where The Shelborne By Proper unveils a bold new chapter of oceanfront luxury, blending Art Deco heritage with contemporary design and a distinctly laid-back, sun-soaked rhythm. Where golden light meets Atlantic horizons, The Shelborne By Proper captures the essence of Miami, vibrant, sensual, and effortlessly refined.
The Shelborne By Proper
Miami Beach
A legendary address returns to the spotlight on Miami Beach, where The Shelborne By Proper unveils a bold new chapter of oceanfront luxury, blending Art Deco heritage with contemporary design and a distinctly laid-back, sun-soaked rhythm. Where golden light meets Atlantic horizons, The Shelborne By Proper captures the essence of Miami, vibrant, sensual, and effortlessly refined.
The Shelborne By Proper
Miami Beach
A legendary address returns to the spotlight on Miami Beach, where The Shelborne By Proper unveils a bold new chapter of oceanfront luxury, blending Art Deco heritage with contemporary design and a distinctly laid-back, sun-soaked rhythm. Where golden light meets Atlantic horizons, The Shelborne By Proper captures the essence of Miami, vibrant, sensual, and effortlessly refined.
The Best New Luxury Beach and Island Hotel Openings
Explore the most exciting new beach and island hotel openings across the globe, where contemporary architecture meets the raw beauty of coastal landscapes. Carefully curated by The New Stays, this selection features the latest luxury hotels on beaches and islands, from design-led boutique hideaways to expansive oceanfront resorts in both iconic and emerging destinations.
These newly opened seaside hotels stand out for their seamless blend of modern aesthetics and natural elements. Think minimalist architecture, organic materials, open spaces, and light-filled interiors that blur the line between indoors and outdoors. Panoramic ocean views, soft neutral palettes, and refined textures create serene environments designed for relaxation, privacy, and understated elegance.
From the crystal-clear waters of the Maldives and the unspoiled beaches of the Greek islands to the vibrant Caribbean and Mediterranean coastlines, each property offers a unique sense of place while embodying the essence of contemporary coastal living. These hotels are designed for travellers seeking both tranquillity and experience, combining laid-back island atmospheres with high-end amenities.
Many of these new openings feature direct beach access, private stretches of sand, curated culinary experiences inspired by local flavours, and sophisticated wellness spaces dedicated to rejuvenation. Intimate in scale yet rich in detail, they prioritise personalised service, refined comfort, and a deep connection to their surroundings.
Far from traditional seaside resorts, this new generation of beach and island hotels embraces a more conscious and design-forward approach to hospitality. Whether it’s a remote island escape or a reimagined coastal destination, each hotel offers a fresh perspective on luxury travel.
This curated collection brings together the best new beach and island hotels for travellers in search of inspiring coastal escapes, where design, atmosphere, and location come together to create unforgettable seaside experiences.