The Best New Hotels 2026
The Vineta Hotel
Palm Beach
Opening in February 2026, The Vineta Hotel marks the highly anticipated U.S. debut of Oetker Collection, bringing European heritage hospitality to one of Florida’s most iconic addresses. Set on Cocoanut Row, just two blocks from Worth Avenue, the nearly century-old landmark returns under its original name following a meticulous restoration of its Mediterranean Revival façade—long emblematic of Palm Beach elegance.
The Vineta Hotel
Palm Beach
Opening in February 2026, The Vineta Hotel marks the highly anticipated U.S. debut of Oetker Collection, bringing European heritage hospitality to one of Florida’s most iconic addresses. Set on Cocoanut Row, just two blocks from Worth Avenue, the nearly century-old landmark returns under its original name following a meticulous restoration of its Mediterranean Revival façade—long emblematic of Palm Beach elegance.
COMO Le Beauvallon
St.Tropez
In the sun‑drenched splendor of the French Riviera, where sapphire waters meet fragrant pine and Provençal light bathes every curve of the horizon, COMO Le Beauvallon emerges as a refined sanctuary reinterpreting Riviera glamour with a fresh, timeless sophistication. Set above the Gulf of Saint‑Tropez and reopening in April 2026, this storied Belle Époque estate invites discerning travelers to experience the Côte d’Azur through a lens of elegant serenity and cultural depth.
COMO Le Beauvallon
St.Tropez
In the sun‑drenched splendor of the French Riviera, where sapphire waters meet fragrant pine and Provençal light bathes every curve of the horizon, COMO Le Beauvallon emerges as a refined sanctuary reinterpreting Riviera glamour with a fresh, timeless sophistication. Set above the Gulf of Saint‑Tropez and reopening in April 2026, this storied Belle Époque estate invites discerning travelers to experience the Côte d’Azur through a lens of elegant serenity and cultural depth.
L’Aventure
Paris
Opening in early 2026, L’Aventure promises to redefine the art of staying in Paris. Situated moments from the Arc de Triomphe, this new boutique hotel transforms a visit to the City of Light into a multi-sensory journey. With a limited collection of individually curated rooms and suites, each space is a canvas for creativity — Haussmannian elegance meets surrealist artistry in a theatrical, cinematic environment that invites exploration, reflection, and indulgence.
L’Aventure
Paris
Opening in early 2026, L’Aventure promises to redefine the art of staying in Paris. Situated moments from the Arc de Triomphe, this new boutique hotel transforms a visit to the City of Light into a multi-sensory journey. With a limited collection of individually curated rooms and suites, each space is a canvas for creativity — Haussmannian elegance meets surrealist artistry in a theatrical, cinematic environment that invites exploration, reflection, and indulgence.
Chesa Marchetta
Sils Maria
In the crystalline light of the Upper Engadin Valley, where snow-capped peaks frame alpine lakes and the whisper of history intertwines with contemporary impulses, Chesa Marchetta invites travelers into a world where heritage and modern luxury meld into an unforgettable sensory embrace.
Chesa Marchetta
Sils Maria
In the crystalline light of the Upper Engadin Valley, where snow-capped peaks frame alpine lakes and the whisper of history intertwines with contemporary impulses, Chesa Marchetta invites travelers into a world where heritage and modern luxury meld into an unforgettable sensory embrace.
Villa Colette
Cap Ferret
Perched at the tip of the iconic Cap Ferret peninsula, where the Atlantic whispers against the sand dunes and the Arcachon Bay mirrors the sky, Villa Colette is a new jewel of French coastal luxury, opening its doors in April 2026. This exquisite retreat combines the intimacy of a private home with the refined service of a world-class hotel, offering guests a sensorial journey into the heart of one of France’s most enchanting landscapes.
Villa Colette
Cap Ferret
Perched at the tip of the iconic Cap Ferret peninsula, where the Atlantic whispers against the sand dunes and the Arcachon Bay mirrors the sky, Villa Colette is a new jewel of French coastal luxury, opening its doors in April 2026. This exquisite retreat combines the intimacy of a private home with the refined service of a world-class hotel, offering guests a sensorial journey into the heart of one of France’s most enchanting landscapes.
Nordelaia Sur Mer
Beaulieu-sur-Mer, France
Bathed in Riviera light and suspended between the deep blue of the Mediterranean and the understated elegance of the Côte d’Azur, Nordelaia Sur Mer emerges as one of the most anticipated openings of 2026, a refined coastal sanctuary where contemporary design meets the art of slowing down.
Nordelaia Sur Mer
Beaulieu-sur-Mer, France
Bathed in Riviera light and suspended between the deep blue of the Mediterranean and the understated elegance of the Côte d’Azur, Nordelaia Sur Mer emerges as one of the most anticipated openings of 2026, a refined coastal sanctuary where contemporary design meets the art of slowing down.
Sheraton Jeju
Jeju
Set against the elemental beauty of Jeju Island, where lava-sculpted coastlines meet the endless horizon of the Pacific, Sheraton Jeju emerges as one of the most anticipated luxury openings of 2026, redefining the island escape through contemporary design, immersive wellness, and a deeply rooted sense of place.
Sheraton Jeju
Jeju
Set against the elemental beauty of Jeju Island, where lava-sculpted coastlines meet the endless horizon of the Pacific, Sheraton Jeju emerges as one of the most anticipated luxury openings of 2026, redefining the island escape through contemporary design, immersive wellness, and a deeply rooted sense of place.
Waimarino Lodge
Queenstown
Perched above the tranquil waters of Lake Wakatipu, Waimarino Lodge offers a private alpine sanctuary where contemporary design, immersive nature, and bespoke experiences converge. Nestled in the secluded enclave of Bob's Cove, just 12 minutes from central Queenstown, the lodge blends breathtaking vistas, discreet luxury, and adventure into a sanctuary that feels worlds apart from everyday life.
Waimarino Lodge
Queenstown
Perched above the tranquil waters of Lake Wakatipu, Waimarino Lodge offers a private alpine sanctuary where contemporary design, immersive nature, and bespoke experiences converge. Nestled in the secluded enclave of Bob's Cove, just 12 minutes from central Queenstown, the lodge blends breathtaking vistas, discreet luxury, and adventure into a sanctuary that feels worlds apart from everyday life.
Rosewood Milan
Milan
In the very soul of Milan, where haute couture meets neoclassical façades and creativity flows through every street, Rosewood Milan is set to open in 2027, offering an intimate urban sanctuary that seamlessly blends heritage, contemporary design, and sophisticated luxury.
Rosewood Milan
Milan
In the very soul of Milan, where haute couture meets neoclassical façades and creativity flows through every street, Rosewood Milan is set to open in 2027, offering an intimate urban sanctuary that seamlessly blends heritage, contemporary design, and sophisticated luxury.
Conrad Corfu
Corfu
Set along a secluded stretch of sun‑drenched coastline on Corfu, Conrad Corfu is poised to become one of the most compelling luxury resort openings of 2026, seamlessly blending the island’s storied history with modern design, immersive experiences, and refined hospitality rooted in place and culture.
Conrad Corfu
Corfu
Set along a secluded stretch of sun‑drenched coastline on Corfu, Conrad Corfu is poised to become one of the most compelling luxury resort openings of 2026, seamlessly blending the island’s storied history with modern design, immersive experiences, and refined hospitality rooted in place and culture.
The Vineta Hotel
Palm Beach
Opening in February 2026, The Vineta Hotel marks the highly anticipated U.S. debut of Oetker Collection, bringing European heritage hospitality to one of Florida’s most iconic addresses. Set on Cocoanut Row, just two blocks from Worth Avenue, the nearly century-old landmark returns under its original name following a meticulous restoration of its Mediterranean Revival façade—long emblematic of Palm Beach elegance.
The Vineta Hotel
Palm Beach
Opening in February 2026, The Vineta Hotel marks the highly anticipated U.S. debut of Oetker Collection, bringing European heritage hospitality to one of Florida’s most iconic addresses. Set on Cocoanut Row, just two blocks from Worth Avenue, the nearly century-old landmark returns under its original name following a meticulous restoration of its Mediterranean Revival façade—long emblematic of Palm Beach elegance.
COMO Le Beauvallon
St.Tropez
In the sun‑drenched splendor of the French Riviera, where sapphire waters meet fragrant pine and Provençal light bathes every curve of the horizon, COMO Le Beauvallon emerges as a refined sanctuary reinterpreting Riviera glamour with a fresh, timeless sophistication. Set above the Gulf of Saint‑Tropez and reopening in April 2026, this storied Belle Époque estate invites discerning travelers to experience the Côte d’Azur through a lens of elegant serenity and cultural depth.
COMO Le Beauvallon
St.Tropez
In the sun‑drenched splendor of the French Riviera, where sapphire waters meet fragrant pine and Provençal light bathes every curve of the horizon, COMO Le Beauvallon emerges as a refined sanctuary reinterpreting Riviera glamour with a fresh, timeless sophistication. Set above the Gulf of Saint‑Tropez and reopening in April 2026, this storied Belle Époque estate invites discerning travelers to experience the Côte d’Azur through a lens of elegant serenity and cultural depth.
L’Aventure
Paris
Opening in early 2026, L’Aventure promises to redefine the art of staying in Paris. Situated moments from the Arc de Triomphe, this new boutique hotel transforms a visit to the City of Light into a multi-sensory journey. With a limited collection of individually curated rooms and suites, each space is a canvas for creativity — Haussmannian elegance meets surrealist artistry in a theatrical, cinematic environment that invites exploration, reflection, and indulgence.
L’Aventure
Paris
Opening in early 2026, L’Aventure promises to redefine the art of staying in Paris. Situated moments from the Arc de Triomphe, this new boutique hotel transforms a visit to the City of Light into a multi-sensory journey. With a limited collection of individually curated rooms and suites, each space is a canvas for creativity — Haussmannian elegance meets surrealist artistry in a theatrical, cinematic environment that invites exploration, reflection, and indulgence.
Chesa Marchetta
Sils Maria
In the crystalline light of the Upper Engadin Valley, where snow-capped peaks frame alpine lakes and the whisper of history intertwines with contemporary impulses, Chesa Marchetta invites travelers into a world where heritage and modern luxury meld into an unforgettable sensory embrace.
Chesa Marchetta
Sils Maria
In the crystalline light of the Upper Engadin Valley, where snow-capped peaks frame alpine lakes and the whisper of history intertwines with contemporary impulses, Chesa Marchetta invites travelers into a world where heritage and modern luxury meld into an unforgettable sensory embrace.
Villa Colette
Cap Ferret
Perched at the tip of the iconic Cap Ferret peninsula, where the Atlantic whispers against the sand dunes and the Arcachon Bay mirrors the sky, Villa Colette is a new jewel of French coastal luxury, opening its doors in April 2026. This exquisite retreat combines the intimacy of a private home with the refined service of a world-class hotel, offering guests a sensorial journey into the heart of one of France’s most enchanting landscapes.
Villa Colette
Cap Ferret
Perched at the tip of the iconic Cap Ferret peninsula, where the Atlantic whispers against the sand dunes and the Arcachon Bay mirrors the sky, Villa Colette is a new jewel of French coastal luxury, opening its doors in April 2026. This exquisite retreat combines the intimacy of a private home with the refined service of a world-class hotel, offering guests a sensorial journey into the heart of one of France’s most enchanting landscapes.
Nordelaia Sur Mer
Beaulieu-sur-Mer, France
Bathed in Riviera light and suspended between the deep blue of the Mediterranean and the understated elegance of the Côte d’Azur, Nordelaia Sur Mer emerges as one of the most anticipated openings of 2026, a refined coastal sanctuary where contemporary design meets the art of slowing down.
Nordelaia Sur Mer
Beaulieu-sur-Mer, France
Bathed in Riviera light and suspended between the deep blue of the Mediterranean and the understated elegance of the Côte d’Azur, Nordelaia Sur Mer emerges as one of the most anticipated openings of 2026, a refined coastal sanctuary where contemporary design meets the art of slowing down.
Sheraton Jeju
Jeju
Set against the elemental beauty of Jeju Island, where lava-sculpted coastlines meet the endless horizon of the Pacific, Sheraton Jeju emerges as one of the most anticipated luxury openings of 2026, redefining the island escape through contemporary design, immersive wellness, and a deeply rooted sense of place.
Sheraton Jeju
Jeju
Set against the elemental beauty of Jeju Island, where lava-sculpted coastlines meet the endless horizon of the Pacific, Sheraton Jeju emerges as one of the most anticipated luxury openings of 2026, redefining the island escape through contemporary design, immersive wellness, and a deeply rooted sense of place.
Waimarino Lodge
Queenstown
Perched above the tranquil waters of Lake Wakatipu, Waimarino Lodge offers a private alpine sanctuary where contemporary design, immersive nature, and bespoke experiences converge. Nestled in the secluded enclave of Bob's Cove, just 12 minutes from central Queenstown, the lodge blends breathtaking vistas, discreet luxury, and adventure into a sanctuary that feels worlds apart from everyday life.
Waimarino Lodge
Queenstown
Perched above the tranquil waters of Lake Wakatipu, Waimarino Lodge offers a private alpine sanctuary where contemporary design, immersive nature, and bespoke experiences converge. Nestled in the secluded enclave of Bob's Cove, just 12 minutes from central Queenstown, the lodge blends breathtaking vistas, discreet luxury, and adventure into a sanctuary that feels worlds apart from everyday life.
Rosewood Milan
Milan
In the very soul of Milan, where haute couture meets neoclassical façades and creativity flows through every street, Rosewood Milan is set to open in 2027, offering an intimate urban sanctuary that seamlessly blends heritage, contemporary design, and sophisticated luxury.
Rosewood Milan
Milan
In the very soul of Milan, where haute couture meets neoclassical façades and creativity flows through every street, Rosewood Milan is set to open in 2027, offering an intimate urban sanctuary that seamlessly blends heritage, contemporary design, and sophisticated luxury.
Conrad Corfu
Corfu
Set along a secluded stretch of sun‑drenched coastline on Corfu, Conrad Corfu is poised to become one of the most compelling luxury resort openings of 2026, seamlessly blending the island’s storied history with modern design, immersive experiences, and refined hospitality rooted in place and culture.
Conrad Corfu
Corfu
Set along a secluded stretch of sun‑drenched coastline on Corfu, Conrad Corfu is poised to become one of the most compelling luxury resort openings of 2026, seamlessly blending the island’s storied history with modern design, immersive experiences, and refined hospitality rooted in place and culture.
The Most Anticipated Luxury Hotel Openings of 2026
Explore the most remarkable new luxury hotel openings of 2026, where design, innovation, and thoughtful hospitality converge. Carefully curated by The New Stays, this collection brings together newly opened properties redefining modern travel across continents, from intimate retreats in nature to ambitious urban flagships.
Each hotel represents a fresh approach to hospitality. Interiors are carefully considered, combining natural materials, light, and space to create environments that feel alive yet welcoming. Wellness, sustainability, and cultural storytelling are seamlessly woven into the experience, while dining celebrates local flavours with creativity and refinement.
Across cities and remote destinations alike, 2026 marks a year of evolution in the global hotel landscape. Heritage properties are being reimagined for a new generation of travellers, while emerging brands introduce bold concepts with a focus on authenticity, design, and mindful experiences. Boutique hotels breathe new life into classic destinations, and luxury groups explore unexpected locations with imaginative offerings.
What unites the most compelling new hotels of 2026 is a focus on quality, depth, and emotional connection. Architecture is purposeful, wellness is integrated, and luxury is defined by privacy, comfort, and immersive experiences rather than extravagance. Guests are invited to move at their own pace, connect with place, and experience hospitality that feels both contemporary and personal.
From serene countryside sanctuaries to vibrant city addresses, these new hotels reflect the evolution of travel—where experiences matter as much as amenities, and every detail is designed to inspire, restore, and delight. This curated selection showcases the openings set to define the year ahead, offering travellers both a guide to what’s new and inspiration for journeys to come.









