A list of my most anticipated New Hotel Openings or Renovations for 2026. Most, but not all, are Resorts, many are Luxury or Boutique properties. Hopefully they will be bringing something new and unique to the world of hospitality.
Announced to open 2026
The Maldives Is Getting Its First Superyacht Marina
Covering 500 hectares of a natural lagoon in the South Malé Atoll, Zamani Islands comprises eight islands, three individual resorts, a collection of lavish private residences, and amenities galore. It will also be home to the first superyacht marina in the Maldives and the first medical spa in the country, Atoll Estates claims. To top it off, the company says that Zamani Islands will be the first resort in the region to run on 100 percent renewable energy.
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The Robb Report
Announced to open 2026
Creators of exceptional, one-of-a-kind hospitality projects, Zannier Hotels has announced its appointment to manage the redesign of iconic French private island Île de Bendor, facing the city of Bandol in Provence, first brought to life by pastis pioneer Paul Ricard 70 years ago. Much more than just a resort project, the 2026 launch will see Zannier Hotels manage and operate the island destination from start to finish, a natural next step for the brand as it continues to cement its reputation as a management company.
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Zannier Website
Announced to open 2026
Scheduled to open in spring 2026, The Former Nara Prison, one of Japan’s Important Cultural Properties, will be renovated to become HOSHINOYA Nara Prison. Based on an agreement between Hoshino Resorts and The Former Nara Prison Preservation and Utilization Co., Ltd., the former prison will be reborn as a luxury hotel where guests can enjoy an extraordinary stay in its iconic red brick building with refurbished interiors.
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Hoshinoya Nara Prison Announcement website
Announced to open 2026
Bulgari Hotels & Resorts has signed plans to launch a new luxury resort in Los Angeles, scheduled for 2026 An agreement has been signed with owner and developer Gary Safady, making Bulgari Resort Los Angeles the second Bulgari property in the US, following the opening of the Miami property in 2025, and the twelfth gem in the Bulgari Hotels & Resorts collection.
Nestled amidst the majestic Santa Monica Mountains less than five miles from Rodeo Drive, the property will be surrounded by 33 acres of a stunning hillside park, natural wildlife and breathtaking views. Plans call for 58 Rooms and Suites and eight private estates, the signature Bulgari dining experience Il Ristorante – Niko Romito, a 10,000-square-foot Spa, state-of-the-art-gym featuring Bulgari’s exclusive Workshop training method, a private cinema and an exclusive eight-seat sushi bar.
The resort, formerly known as The Retreat, will be built in line with the most stringent environmental criteria certified by LEED.
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Bulgari Los Angeles website
Announced to open 2026
Situated in the heart of Mariner’s Cove at the northern end of the Gold Coast, the new hotel will be a gateway to some of the city’s popular tourist attractions including a range of waterfront restaurants and bars, the Broadwater, and white sand beaches.
The hotel is expected to feature 150 guestrooms and suites, including a planned 2,960-square-foot Ritz-Carlton Suite. Guests will also be able to enjoy refined dining establishments with a signature restaurant featuring semi-opened kitchens, a café and three bars including a lobby lounge, destination bar and poolside bar. Other facilities include an outdoor rooftop pool, fitness center and signature Ritz-Carlton Spa.
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The Luxury Travel Advisor
Announced to open 2026
Located on the southern end of the island, the Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Eleuthera is expected to feature an open-air resort including 90 intimate rooms forming part of the community once known as the iconic Cotton Bay Club. A range of select luxury amenities and exceptional services are slated to include an 18-hole golf course, a lavish spa and swimming pools, and restaurants all surrounded by pristine beaches, azure waters and tropical flora and fauna.
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Hospitality Net
Announced to open 2026
Marriott International has confirmed that The Ritz-Carlton, Diriyah will welcome its first guests in 2026. The hotel will feature 195 guestrooms including 34 suites along with a specialty restaurant, all-day dining venue, meeting rooms, outdoor pool, and a fitness center.
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Business Traveller
Announced to open 2024 2026
Located in the third largest island in Thailand, The Chedi Aquarius Koh Chang is set to open in 2024. With its pristine location and coastal ecotourism, the luxurious resort is worth visiting if you want to avoid crowds and the hustle and bustle of the big city.
Taking less than an hour by ferry from the atmospheric mainland, The Chedi Aquarius Koh Chang will bring you a 200-key resort with an all-day-dining restaurant, a cliff-edge restaurant, rooftop bar, spa, infinity pool with a pool bar, and conference facilities overlooking the fathomless Gulf of Thailand.
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The Chedi website
Announced to open 2026
Opening in 2026 and spanning multiple coastal locations, Six Senses South Carolina Islands will be conveniently located just a short distance from the Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport. The hotel management agreement was recently signed by Timothy Pitcher, President of Whitestone, along with partner Redrock Portfolio, Inc., and Six Senses Chief Executive Officer Neil Jacobs and Chief Development Officer Omar Romero, marking the next chapter in a working partnership extending several years.
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Six Senses South Carolina Islands Announcement website
Announced to open 2026
Six Senses is coming to Grand Bahama as part of a project that will boost local tourism, development, and investment. With social and environmental responsibility at its heart, the new resort and residences will create employment opportunities for Grand Bahamians, encourage sustainability and regenerative activity on the island, and engage the surrounding community while protecting the land for future generations of locals and visitors to Grand Bahama.
Designed by architects 3XN, the resort village will comprise 45 waterfront and canal villas enjoying 2,400 feet (732 meters) of beach frontage and water on three sides. In addition to the guest accommodations, plans are afoot for a signature restaurant, beach venue, boathouse, and pool bar. Future development of the 36-acre site will see direct access to a new marina.
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Six Senses Grand Bahama Announcement
Announced to open 2026
Six Senses is taking its wellness and sustainability formula to a sanctuary in Napa County, an agricultural haven producing some of the world’s most sought-after wine. Named after the natural thermal Aetna Springs discovered in the 1870s, the original resort thrived until the 1970s as a natural spa destination, with Aetna Mineral Water also sold throughout the American West.
“Six Senses Napa Valley will marry the region’s beauty with the unique natural resources of the original Aetna Springs,” said Six Senses CEO Neil Jacobs. “Working with Weller Development Partners, Pegasus Capital Advisors, and committed sustainability partners, we have the right energy in place to revitalize this precious jewel in the Napa crown as a destination to rewild our guests back to a connection with nature, each other, and ultimately themselves.”
for more details:
Six Senses Napa Valley Announcement
Announced to open 2026
Mandarin Oriental will open a luxury resort in Vietnam
The Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group announced that it will manage a new resort with branded residences in Phu Yen province, one of Vietnam’s coastal regions of outstanding natural beauty. The project is scheduled to open in 2026 and will be the group’s third property in Vietnam. Mandarin Oriental, Bai Nom will sit on an expansive beach, surrounded by raised plateaus with stunning views of the coastline and the ocean. The architecture and design will incorporate many natural Vietnamese elements and local cultural references. 72 suites and villas, including 25 Residences at Mandarin Oriental, will spread out across the 29-hectare site. Guest accommodation will be located directly on the beach, and dotted through the hills, and feature private terraces and pools. A variety of cuisines will be offered at three restaurant and bars, all with views of the surrounding nature. A Mandarin Oriental Spa will sit on the resort’s cliff top, providing 360-degree views; indoor and outdoor heat and wet experiences, a lap pool and a sunset pavilion for healthy refreshments will be an integral part of the spa experience.
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Hotel News Resource website
Announced to open 2026
Montage to Open Two Resorts in Riviera Nayarit in 2026
Montage International and DINE have reached an agreement for the development of both a Montage and a Pendry resort within the 1,500-acre, private peninsula master-development community of Punta Mita in Mexico’s Riviera Nayarit. Set to open in 2026, the new resorts will include Montage Punta Mita with branded Montage Residences; and Pendry Punta Mita with branded Pendry Residences.
Guests of both properties will also enjoy access to the amenities of the broader Punta Mita development, including two signature Jack Nicklaus golf courses, five residential beach clubs, ocean adventures through the Punta Mita Ocean Sports team and more.
Sprawled across 63 acres, Montage Punta Mita will have 140 guestrooms, Spa Montage and a fitness center, a collection of culinary experiences, resort pool, Compass Sports center offering pickleball, tennis and a range of outdoor activities, meeting and event spaces, a game room, and the brand’s signature Paintbox children’s program. Montage Punta Mita will also offer 91 private Montage Residences within the resort community ranging from 2,800 to over 11,000 square feet of living space.
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The Luxury Travel Advisor
Announced to open 2026
Introducing Pendry Barbados. The first international destination from Pendry Hotels & Resorts, this island oasis reflects a new chapter for Pendry’s signature sensibilities, bringing contemporary, comfortable luxury to a stunning Caribbean setting in St. Peter, on the country’s coveted west coast. This is where a blanket of white sand, the sea’s kaleidoscope of azure blues and the exquisite beauty of Barbados’ warm, welcoming culture surround you at every step. Pendry Barbados will feature 74 newly designed beachfront guest rooms, a private marina, multiple signature dining concepts, Spa Pendry, Pinwheel Kids’ Club and more, all alongside the debut of Pendry Residences Barbados.
for more details:
Pendry Barbados website
Announced to open 2026
Rosewood San Francisco will occupy 15 floors of the 61-story, approximately 1.1-million-square-foot building in the new center of the city. Designed by internationally acclaimed Pelli Clarke Pelli Architects, the 800-foot super-tall building is the last of greater downtown San Francisco’s skyscraper developments for the foreseeable future, and one of just three projects with a direct connection to the Salesforce Park via a pedestrian skybridge. In addition to the hotel, the tower will feature incomparable residences, office, retail spaces and an expansive pedestrian realm.
for more details:
Rosewood San Francisco Announcement
Announced to open 2023 2026 2027
Hokkaido is Japan’s untamed northern wilderness, as famous for its summer flower fields as for its legendary ski resorts. On the slopes of Mount Moiwa, Niseko’s finest gem, lies Aman’s fourth Japanese property. The only development on the mountain, it encompasses the country’s first destination wellness retreat and 31 exclusive Aman branded Residences, all set within a nature reserve with unparalleled views of Mount Yotei.
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Aman Niseko website
Announced to open 2026
Aman Wadi Safar, located in the desert landscape near the city of Riyadh, will be home to a 78-key Aman hotel, a collection of up to 34 Aman Branded Residences, and facilities including a signature spa and a range of dining experiences. The hotel will draw inspiration from its natural environment, as well as traditional Najdi design elements to embrace the values of a community lifestyle. It is scheduled to open in 2026.
Aman Group has also announced Janu Diriyah, an additional property in the pipeline for Aman’s sister-brand Janu. Slated to open in 2026, Janu Diriyah will be located near the UNESCO World Heritage Site of At-Turaif, close to the historic city of Riyadh. Comprising 120 hotel rooms and a spa, as part of the Janu Wellness offering, the property will include several dining experiences and a range of programming.
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The Luxury Travel Advisor
The Chedi Wadi Safar is located in one of Saudi Arabia’s most important cultural destinations and will be part of the Diriyah Gate Development Authority’s (DGDA) transformation of Diriyah – the birthplace of Saudi Arabia and the capital of the First Saudi State – into a premier destination for world-class cultural and lifestyle experiences. Known for its spaces that offer tranquil environments to discerning guests, The Chedi Wadi Safar will pay a fitting tribute to the majestic Wadi Safar by delivering its renowned authentic and unrivalled approach to hospitality. Exhibiting elegance and timeless authenticity imbued with our signature hallmark of A Style to Remember to all who visit Diriyah while staying respectful of the unique beauty of this sacred place.
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GHM website
Announced to open 2025 2026
Bulgari Hotels & Resorts has announced plans for Bulgari Hotel Miami Beach, to open in 2025. The Hotel will be the 11th property in the collection.
The Bulgari Hotel Miami Beach will be located at 100 21st street in Miami Beach, and will be the first ever Bulgari Hotel in the United States. Located on the waterfront with access to Miami beautiful beaches, the Hotel will offer stunning ocean views just a few steps from the exciting Miami Art Deco district.
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Bulgari Miami website
Announced to open 2026
Set in the heart of Downtown Miami’s Financial District, our 40-story new-build hotel will be located in the Brickell neighborhood – a hotspot for locals and visitors alike. Guests can anticipate our signature chambers and social spaces, along with a beer garden, spa and communal working space. So, grab your sunscreen and meet us there in 2026.
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Virgin Hotels Miami website
Announced to open 2026
Japan’s first Waldorf Astoria is set to open in 2026. Hospitality giant Hilton has signed a management agreement with real estate company Mitsui Fudosan for this property which is expected to become a prominent address in Tokyo.
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Waldorf Astoria Tokyo Nihonbashi Announcement website
Announced to open 2026
The location: exotic. The allure: intoxicating. On the crystal-blue Caribbean, in an archipelago of rainforest islands, just a short flight from Panama City, there unfolds a travel experience like no other. Viceroy Bocas del Toro Panama will feature 42 private overwater villas — a first-ever for the region and the pinnacle of what makes this destination truly extraordinary.
The destination will span 457 acres and include 186 guestrooms and residences. This epic locale is complemented by eight onsite restaurants and lounges, numerous pools, a spa, a fitness center and meditation rooms.
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Viceroy Bocas del Toro website
Announced to open 2024 2026
Located south of Hoi An’s charming town center, Rosewood Hoi An is a beachfront resort comprised of 70 guest rooms and 30 residences. There is a big focus on wellness here and five of the accommodations feature dedicated spa treatment rooms. Additionally, the integrated Asaya spa and wellness concept consists of 14 single and double treatment rooms, fitness facilities, a wellness lounge, a yoga pavilion, as well as indoor and outdoor hydrotherapy pools. For dining, guests can enjoy Vietnamese cuisine at a specialty restaurant, a poolside-oceanfront restaurant and bar, and a bistro serving regional cuisine distinctive to Hoi An. The property also had a lawn with sea views, which can be used as an event space, and there’s also an 18-hole championship golf course nearby, designed by Robert Trent Jones II.
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Rosewood Hoi An Website
Announced to open 2026
Spanning 740,000 square meters, the Wangjiang New City development will include a K11 Art Mall, office buildings and workspaces, luxury residences and cultural attractions, in addition to Rosewood Hangzhou. The hotel itself will sit in a standalone building totalling 25,000 square meters over 16 storeys. Beyond the many establishments and institutions within the lively development, visitors will enjoy exceptional access to many of the city’s key landmarks and lifestyle destinations including West Lake and the central business district, Qianjiang New City. The area will also be connected to two subway lines, allowing for easy travel to other parts of the city.
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Rosewood Hangzhou website
Announced to open 2026
Set within one of China’s most storied and attractive destinations, Rosewood Xi’an is set to join our growing portfolio of properties across China in 2026. Located in the east of the city’s Qujiang District, the urban resort will provide leisure and business travelers alike an ultra-luxury home base close to major arts, shopping and tourism attractions such as the Du Lin Relics Park, Xi’an Botanical Garden and Grand White Deer Plain.
Rosewood Xi’an will feature a total of 180 rooms and suites in addition to four food and beverage outlets comprising a casual bistro, Chinese restaurant, specialty restaurant and a bar. The hotel will also offer the brand’s exclusive executive lounge, The Manor Club, as well as Asaya, Rosewood’s integrative well-being concept, which will feature eight treatment rooms, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a fitness center and a Rosewood Explorer’s club with a plethora of activities for children.
for more details:
Rosewood Xi’an website
Announced to open 2026
Rosewood Chengdu will occupy the top floors of a new 300-meter tall, mixed-use tower in the city’s central business district, signifying an important addition to Rosewood’s expanding footprint in Greater China.
The ultra-luxury hotel will feature 180 rooms and suites and the exclusive Manor Club executive lounge. The Chengdu luxury hotel is destined to become a dining and entertainment destination with four restaurants and bars and recreation options will include spa, fitness center and pool. The Pavilion, Rosewood’s signature, residential-style meeting and function area, will be ideal for corporate and social event venues.
for more details:
Rosewood Chengdu website
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