These are the hotel openings TPG is most excited for in 2026

Every year, TPG’s team of travel experts sits down to assess which hotels will open over the coming year — and we’re thrilled to report that 2026 will bring some incredible additions to the hospitality world, many of which will be bookable on points via your favorite hotel loyalty program, or eventually using one of the luxury hotel programs from credit card issuers.

For those looking to stay close to home, the U.S. will welcome a mix of properties, from a sustainability-forward hotel down south to two new glamping options (one on each coast) and a handful of city hotels that have been on our radar for years.

There will be quite a few exciting new points options joining the mix in Mexico, from a new all-inclusive resort from one of our favorite Marriott brands to a stunning transformation of one of the most popular points hotels in Puerto Vallarta.

And across the pond, it’s going to be a big year for London, with a spate of new luxury points hotels joining the city’s already-flourishing scene. Those in search of a sunny European holiday will be thrilled to learn about new properties coming to Greece (in Crete and Corfu) as well as new points properties cropping up in Lisbon.

Over in Asia, we’ll see everything from two new luxury points resorts in Bali to a new Moxy in Japan’s premier ski destination later in 2026 — and more.

Wherever you’re planning to travel this year — or perhaps if you just need a bit of inspiration — our list of the most exciting hotel openings of 2026 is the perfect place to start.

— Ellie Nan Storck

New hotels opening in the US

From beautiful and bustling cities across the U.S. to stylish glamping setups in some of the country’s best national parks, there is a handful of hotels we have our eyes on this year, right here at home.

1 Hotel Austin

Austin, Texas

Expected opening: Spring

1 Hotels is a brand known for bringing nature inside, so it only makes sense that its first foray in Texas will offer design centered on Austin’s Waller Creek and Lady Bird Lake in a towering, 74-story building in the buzzy Rainey Street District. Guests will find natural stone, living walls of plants and plenty of sustainable touches. A spa and ultramodern gym will bring the brand’s wellness-forward ethos to the property, alongside a rooftop restaurant and signature restaurant.

Why we’re excited: As a native Texan, I know that the best days in Austin are spent in the water, and the hotel’s 16th-floor pool, offering city and nature views, will be a great new place to beat the summer heat. — Tanner Saunders

Rates at 1 Hotel Austin are not yet available.

Delano Miami Beach

Miami Beach, Florida

Expected opening: March

A legendary hotel dating back to 1947 returns to Miami Beach, bringing its storied design back home, but with modern twists and new surprises. Soft-toned rooms have windows framing the blue ocean, though splurging for a suite will give guests the real celebrity treatment. Round it out with the first U.S. outpost of Gigi Rigolatto, a beloved Italian restaurant, and Mimi Kakushi, a 1920s Osaka-inspired Japanese restaurant, and the Delano’s Miami return might be more cosmopolitan than ever.

Why we’re excited: Once a major celebrity hot spot, Delano Miami Beach will surely be the new “it” spot to see and be seen in one of the country’s “sceniest” locales. — Tanner Saunders

Rates at Delano Miami Beach start at $689 per night.

The Huntington Hotel

San Francisco, California

Expected opening: March

Set atop San Francisco’s Nob Hill, The Huntington Hotel operated from 1924 up until its closure during the pandemic. On March 1, this historic 143-key property will reopen following an extensive renovation led by local interior designer Ken Fulk. Though he is known for his maximalism, the pied-a-terre-like accommodations are a little more subtle than his usual designs, blending in with the historic Georgian-style architecture. But you’ll still find opulence here: The three-story Nob Hill Spa will feature an indoor pool and a heated outdoor terrace.

Why we’re excited: The Huntington is a member of Leading Hotels of the World, which means that if you have Leaders Club Sterling status through the right American Express card, you can get perks like free upgrades and daily continental breakfast for two. — Lyndsey Matthews

Rates at The Huntington Hotel start at $799 per night.

Public West Hollywood

Los Angeles, California

Expected opening: Spring

Ian Schrager, the man who basically invented the modern concept of boutique hotels (and Marriott’s Edition brand), has long said his next big project is the expansion of Public Hotels, following the success of the sole New York iteration. The second property, found in West Hollywood, will live in the former The Standard, Hollywood property, famous from its appearance in “Sex and the City,” and have 137 moody rooms, three bars and restaurants, a social-focused lobby, and, the crown jewel, a 16,000-square-foot rooftop terrace.

Why we’re excited: After a fight to preserve the former The Standard building, an iconic wavy structure with a huge social impact on the who’s who of Los Angeles, the building gets a second life and a bold new vision. — Tanner Saunders

Rates at Public West Hollywood are not yet available.

Under Canvas White Mountains and Under Canvas Yosemite

Dalton, New Hampshire, and Groveland, California

Expected opening: April (Yosemite), June (White Mountains)

We’ve been fans of Under Canvas for years now, not only because the outdoor-focused brand offers travelers access to the great outdoors in laid-back style and comfort (it’s hard to beat glamping), but also because it does so on points, thanks to a partnership with Hyatt. Two new properties on opposite coasts will join the portfolio in 2026.

Why we’re excited: We’re particularly excited to see the brand add two very desirable locations to its growing portfolio: A second resort in New England — following Under Canvas Acadia in Maine — will come to the stunning White Mountains. This 86-acre retreat will surely be ideal for those who want to knock off some of the Presidential Range’s iconic 4,000-footers — many of which coincide with the New Hampshire section of the famed Appalachian Trail. The second property we can’t wait to see is the long-awaited Under Canvas Yosemite, on 85 acres of lush, forested land just a 10-minute drive from the Big Oak Flat entrance station at Yosemite National Park. — Ellie Nan Storck

Rates at Under Canvas White Mountains start at $251 or 22,125 World of Hyatt points per night. Rates at Under Canvas Yosemite start at $346 or 30,375 World of Hyatt points per night.

New hotels opening in the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America and South America

Luxury is the name of the game when it comes to openings in the Caribbean and Mexico this year, from one of the world’s most desired hotel brands opening on the Baja California peninsula to major points hotel openings around Cancun.

Amanvari

Baja California Sur, Mexico

Expected opening: Spring

If anything, exclusivity is the main differentiator with the Aman brand, and its first property in Mexico, with just 18 casitas and a handful of residences, is certainly no different. Inspired by the property’s desert location, the resort has a minimal but striking design, alongside top-tier amenities (like the Aman Spa), art and international restaurants ranging from Italian to Japanese.

Why we’re excited: Aman Spas are legendary, and this one will include a modern take on a traditional Indigenous sweat lodge called a temazcal. — Tanner Saunders

Rates at Amanvari are not yet available.

Andaz Turks & Caicos at Grace Bay

Providenciales, Turks and Caicos

Expected opening: Spring

Hyatt’s boutique lifestyle brand is making its Caribbean debut on Turks and Caicos’ famous Grace Bay Beach with just 59 hotel rooms and 74 residences across a 5 1/2-acre property. The resort features three restaurants and bars, including a rooftop venue with panoramic bay views, plus an indoor-outdoor spa, tennis and pickleball courts, and direct access to the popular Bight Reef snorkeling area.

Why we’re excited: As Hyatt’s first property in Turks and Caicos, this intimate boutique resort offers World of Hyatt members a points-bookable option on one of the Caribbean’s most coveted beaches. — Stephanie Stevens

Rates at Andaz Turks & Caicos are not yet available.

Grand Hyatt Cancun Beach Resort

Cancun, Mexico

Expected opening: July

Hyatt is expanding its footprint in the Quintana Roo area with Grand Hyatt Cancun Beach Resort, set to open this summer. The new resort will feature a massive 500 guest rooms and suites, over 10 dining options, nine pools, a fitness center, a spa, and more.

Why we’re excited: Whether you want to lounge by one of the resort’s nine pools or have a unique dining experience each day, you will have no shortage of options when it comes to vacationing at Grand Hyatt Cancun Beach Resort. — Gabrielle Bernardini

Rates at Grand Hyatt Cancun Beach Resort start at $262 or 21,000 World of Hyatt points per night.

JW Marriott Costa Elena, Costa Rica All-Inclusive

Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Expected opening: Spring

Following the successful launch of the first W-branded all-inclusive resort, Marriott is taking the know-what-you-pay-up-front vacation style to the JW Marriott brand. A conversion property in Costa Elena, a popular resort and residential area in Guanacaste, the former resort and its 415 rooms will be transformed and upgraded to offer 11 bars and restaurants, a 16,000-square-foot spa, and (no joke) 17 swimming pools.

Why we’re excited: Marriott is proving that all-inclusive resorts can actually be a great, luxurious experience by throwing high-end brands with strict standards into the mix. — Tanner Saunders

Rates at JW Marriott Costa Elena, Costa Rica All-Inclusive are not yet available.

Park Hyatt Cancun

Cancun, Mexico

Expected opening: Late

While details about Park Hyatt Cancun are still rather sparse, we do know the beachfront property will beckon foodies with what it calls “immersive and rare” culinary, bar and lounge experiences, giving what you thought you knew about Cancun a run for its money.

Why we’re excited: World of Hyatt is the most award-friendly hotel loyalty program, so having a luxury offering in one of the world’s major beach destinations is a win. — Tanner Saunders

Rates at Park Hyatt Cancun are not yet available.

The St. Regis Costa Mujeres Resort, Cancun

Cancun, Mexico

Expected opening: July

Situated just north of Cancun’s Hotel Zone, The St. Regis Costa Mujeres Resort features 163 rooms and suites overlooking the Caribbean Sea’s turquoise waters and white-sand beaches. The St. Regis Costa Mujeres Resort will feature three on-site restaurants, an outdoor pool, an elevated fitness center, a spa and, of course, St. Regis’ iconic butler service.

Why we’re excited: Away from the noise of the Hotel Zone, The St. Regis Costa Mujeres Resort will provide an upscale experience for travelers wanting elevated luxury while visiting the Quintana Roo area. — Gabrielle Bernardini

Rates at The St. Regis Costa Mujere Resort, Cancun start at $419 or 126,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night.

The Westin Playa Vallarta, an All-Inclusive Resort

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Expected opening date: May

More of an evolution than an opening, one of the most popular points hotels in Puerto Vallarta is currently undergoing a transition from your typical beach Westin to the first all-inclusive Westin in Mexico. Located in the city’s marina district, The Westin Playa Vallarta will officially debut in May with 281 freshly redesigned suites, many of which feature swim-up access or private plunge pools and a brighter, beachier look. Guests will be able to indulge at a dozen different eateries, including those serving seafood, burgers, tacos and Japanese cuisine.

Why we’re excited: The hotel has enormous family and adults-only pools and will also offer beach cabanas and an outpost of Westin’s signature Heavenly Spa. — Eric Rosen

Rates at The Westin Playa Vallarta, an All-Inclusive Resort are not yet available.

New hotels opening in Europe

Whether you want views of Buckingham Palace fit for royalty or to see the northern lights in the Icelandic sky, Europe’s hotel scene has plenty of incredible points hotels opening this year.

Andaz Lisbon

Lisbon

Expected opening: March

With 170 guest rooms featuring views of landmarks like Sao Jorge Castle, Praca do Comercio and the Tagus River, Andaz Lisbon will open in early 2026, bringing the brand’s lively vibes and locally inspired design to Portugal’s fascinating capital city.

Why we’re excited: True to Andaz form, this hotel will be all about embracing the local culture, whether it’s through the Lusitanian cuisine served at the rooftop terrace restaurant alongside live music or the easy access guests get to the Baixa district’s galleries, shops and bustling squares. — Ellie Nan Storck

Rates at Andaz Lisbon start at around $350 or 25,000 World of Hyatt points per night.

Conrad Corfu

Corfu, Greece

Expected opening: August

Greece is not getting just one, but two Conrad hotels this year. While we are also excited about the reimagined Conrad Athens The Ilisian opening June 1, we’re holding off booking our Greek beach vacation until the Conrad Corfu opens Aug. 1. Tucked into a bay near the southern tip of Corfu, this 136-key property has more than a dozen room categories, so everyone from solo travelers to multigenerational families can find the perfect fit.

Why we’re excited: While parents lounge at the beach or poolside, kids can enjoy the Genius Loci Kids Club, which features a treehouse-like wooden play structure set among a grove of olive trees. — Lyndsey Matthews

Rates at Conrad Corfu start at $348 or 75,000 Hilton Honors points per night.

Danieli, A Four Seasons Hotel, Venice

Venice, Italy

Expected opening: August

After undergoing an extensive reimagining, with a redesign helmed by Pierre-Yves Rochon, one of Venice’s most legendary luxury hotels — with its three centuries-old historic palaces and prime location near Piazza San Marco — will reopen as a Four Seasons property this summer.

Why we’re excited: We’re excited to see this icon enter a new era, but in particular can’t wait to see Four Seasons’ elegant take on the historic property, from a rooftop terrace with striking views of the glimmering Riva degli Schiavoni to sumptuous suites featuring nods to the palaces’ extensive histories. — Ellie Nan Storck

Rates at Danieli, A Four Seasons Hotel, Venice start at $8,722 per night.

Hotel Alexandra Rome, Vignette Collection

Rome, Italy

Expected opening: Early 2026

After undergoing a massive refurbishment, IHG will soon open its first Vignette Collection property in Italy. Hotel Alexandra Rome will offer 81 guest rooms with notable amenities such as a rooftop terrace, gym and restaurant.

Why we’re excited: Just steps from the famous Trevi Fountain, Hotel Alexandra Rome provides guests with easy access (on points!) to the city’s most iconic attractions and famed Via Veneto. — Gabrielle Bernardini

Rates at Hotel Alexandra Rome, Vignette Collection are not yet available.

Rosewood Blue Palace

Crete, Greece

Expected opening: 2026

For its first Greek property, Rosewood set its sights on the tranquil northeastern coast of Crete near the port town of Elounda. Located in half of the former Blue Palace Hotel (Phaea Blue, a Small Luxury Hotels of the World property bookable with Hilton Honors points, opened in the other half of the property in 2025), this luxurious hotel will have 154 rooms, 85 of which will have private pools. But even if you don’t nab one of those accommodations, there are still plenty of chances to get in the water with three outdoor pools and beach access.

Why we’re excited: If your Greek vacation goals are eating well and relaxing, this is the place to be: The resort will have six restaurants and bars, plus a spa featuring a yoga pavilion and an area dedicated to hydrotherapy treatments. — Lyndsey Matthews

Rates for Rosewood Blue Palace are not yet available.

Six Senses London

London, England

Expected opening: March

While its provenance has been more about barefoot luxury in far-flung island locales, the wellness-focused Six Senses has been rapidly expanding its portfolio of city hotels under the IHG banner lately, and one of the most exciting upcoming openings will be in London’s Bayswater neighborhood. Six Senses London will take up residence in a heritage-listed building that’s been totally reconceived by renowned international architecture firm Foster + Partners and will have just 109 guest rooms and 14 residences plus a private members club.

Why we’re excited: The hotel’s spa will span a whopping 25,000 square feet and will feature unique elements like a longevity medical clinic and London’s first magnesium-infused hotel pool, along with a cryotherapy chamber and various movement studios. — Eric Rosen

Rates at Six Senses London start at $966 per night. Points rates are not yet available.

The Standard, Lisbon

Lisbon, Portugal

Expected opening: 2026

The Standard, Lisbon will offer a new perspective of Lisbon’s signature terra-cotta rooftops when the 170-room property opens above the former Portuguese Royal Navy Hospital in the city’s picture-perfect Alfama neighborhood. Better yet, check out those views from the hotel’s rooftop bar, and take advantage of a lobby lounge, an all-day restaurant and The Standard’s signature takes on nightlife.

Why we’re excited: Standard properties are about as trendy as hotels come, and the new Lisbon outpost will be the coolest place to stay in town that you can also book with points. — Tanner Saunders

Rates at The Standard, Lisbon are not yet available.

The St. Regis Budapest

Budapest, Hungary

Expected opening: June

Currently accepting reservations for June 2 and beyond, the 102-key St. Regis Budapest is set to open in the northern half of the Klotild Palaces, a pair of ornate Belle Epoque-era buildings just off the Danube River. (Marriott also operates the other palace as a Luxury Collection Hotel.) In a city known for its historic thermal baths, it’s no surprise The St. Regis Budapest will have a stellar spa. In addition to treatment rooms and an indoor pool, the space will also feature a sauna, a hammam and what it’s calling “experience showers.”

Why we’re excited: Of all the hotel’s food-and-beverage venues, including sushi and cocktail bars plus a patisserie, we’re most excited for the daily afternoon tea served in its soaring, gilded atrium. — Lyndsey Matthews

Rates at The St. Regis Budapest start at $535 or 92,500 Marriott Bonvoy points per night.

The St. Regis London

London, England

Expected opening: Spring

London’s upscale Mayfair neighborhood is about to get a new resident. The St. Regis London, a retrofitted version of the former Westbury Mayfair, will soon debut after a renovation that added two new floors, a rear extension and an overhaul of the main entrance and facade.

Why we’re excited: The property will feature some of the quintessential amenities the brand is known for, such as a late-night jazz bar and the brand’s signature butler service, just steps from some of the city’s best shopping and dining. — Carly Helfand

Rates at The St. Regis London are not yet available.

Waldorf Astoria London — Admiralty Arch

London, England

Expected opening: Mid-2026

The most exciting Hilton opening of the year, this 100-room, 14-residence Waldorf Astoria will offer something very exclusive: direct views of Buckingham Palace and the legendary Mall, the ceremonial road leading up to the home of the British monarchy. Besides royal views, the property will also offer royal-worthy food, with chefs Clare Smyth and Daniel Boulud opening restaurants there.

Why we’re excited: One of London’s most iconic landmarks will be bookable with Hilton Honors points. — Tanner Saunders

Rates at Waldorf Astoria London — Admiralty Arch are not yet available.

New hotels opening in Asia

We always have our eye on an opening or two in Japan, but this year, exciting new hotels and resorts also stretch from the lush interior of Bali to the bustling streets of Kuala Lumpur.

1 Hotel Tokyo

Tokyo, Japan

Expected opening date: March

If you come to Tokyo for the views, this latest outpost from upscale eco-conscious brand 1 Hotels has got them. Perched on floors 38-43 of the Akasaka Trust Tower, the hotel offers sweeping panoramas of Tokyo Tower, the sprawling Imperial Palace grounds and the rest of the city’s skyscraper-packed skyline. Inside, however, guests will find 1 Hotels’ signature melange of natural materials, including primordial Oya stone, recycled timber and plenty of leafy live plants. With just 211 accommodations, including 20 suites and three penthouses, the hotel aims to create an intimate, retreat-like feel in the heart of this surging megalopolis.

Why we’re excited: 1 Hotel Tokyo’s Lobby Lounge & Bar will be a gin-lover’s dream thanks to its library of 50-plus Japanese gins, while the main restaurant will fuse French Riviera-inspired cuisine and seasonal Japanese ingredients. — Eric Rosen

Rates at 1 Hotel Tokyo start at $495 per night.

Capella Kyoto

Kyoto, Japan

Expected opening: March

One of Kyoto’s newest hotels will soon open in one of the city’s oldest precincts. Just around the corner from the landmark Kenninji Zen temple and with just 89 luxurious yet spare rooms and suites, the new Capella Kyoto will take over a former primary school in the Miyagawa-cho district, which has been completely redesigned by Kengo Kuma and Associates, one of Japan’s most notable architectural firms. Inspired by the former Japanese capital’s traditional machiya wooden townhouses, the hotel will feature elements like lush tsuboniwa gardens and gabled karahafu roofs.

Why we’re excited: Capella Kyoto will be a dining destination thanks to a French brasserie called Lanterne, an elevated cocktail lounge called Yoi and, most notably, a 12-seat restaurant called SoNoMa by SingleThread in partnership with chef Kyle Connaughton and head farmer Katina Connaughton of the much-lauded SingleThread in Sonoma. — Eric Rosen

Rates at Capella Kyoto start at $1,200 per night.

Conrad Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Expected opening: 2026

Southeast Asia’s latest outpost of Hilton’s tony Conrad brand will take up residence in the city’s Golden Triangle district and will be spread across 50 floors and field an impressive 481 rooms and suites. Though details are still scant, the hotel will have an expansive wellness complex with a fitness center, indoor pool and spa, plus five restaurants and bars and plenty of event space.

Why we’re excited: The Malaysian capital is becoming a points hotbed thanks to a slew of recent and upcoming hotel openings, including this one where Hilton Honors points will come in handy. — Eric Rosen

Rates at the Conrad Kuala Lumpur are not yet available.

Fairmont Hanoi

Hanoi, Vietnam

Expected opening: February

Hanoi’s Old Quarter isn’t exactly brimming with luxury hotels, which makes the arrival of this latest Asian Fairmont that much more exciting. The hotel has 279 guest rooms, including 38 Fairmont Gold rooms, and 12 spacious suites and is a short stroll from the city’s famed Hoan Kiem Lake and its famous red footbridge. The hotel fields no fewer than eight bars and restaurants, including Tran Dynasty, where chef Luke Nguyen whips up his contemporary take on traditional Vietnamese delicacies.

Why we’re excited: Days out in Hanoi can be hectic, so we’re excited to slip into the enormous 38,000-square-foot wellness center, complete with the 10-room Cirua Spa, plus a gym and hydrotherapy and thermal circuits. — Eric Rosen

Rates at the Fairmont Hanoi start at $243 per night.

JW Marriott Bali Ubud Resort & Spa

Bali, Indonesia

Expected opening: Late 2026

Another major points hotel opening in Ubud, the expansive JW Marriott Bali Ubud Resort & Spa will open with 79 suites and 22 villas (including ones with private pools) surrounded by the lush greenery the island is famous for. Multiple pools, bars and restaurants and a spa will provide plenty of entertainment, but Ubud’s first Sunset Jungle Club will surely take it to another level.

Why we’re excited: It’s a new era for the JW Marriott brand (take a look at the first Tokyo outpost for proof), and we can’t wait to see it in jungle-resort form. — Tanner Saunders

Rates at JW Marriott Bali Ubud Resort & Spa are not yet available.

Kimpton Suntaya Bali Ubud

Bali, Indonesia

Expected opening: Mid-2026

In what many call the “spiritual heart” of Bali, IHG One Rewards members can check in to what’s shaping up to be a stunner of a resort with 101 light and airy rooms along the Wos River and near Ubud Palace. The hotel will offer resort favorites, like a pool, day club and gym, but also a mix of cultural elements and activities.

Why we’re excited: Don’t miss dinner at Imamura, which will transport your taste buds to Japan. — Tanner Saunders

Rates at Kimpton Suntaya Bali Ubud are not yet available.

Mondrian Maldives

Noonu Atoll, Maldives

Expected opening: Mid-2026

Mondrian’s signature design-forward aesthetic is coming to the Maldives with a 105-villa Noonu Atoll resort, where all accommodations — 72 overwater pool villas, 30 beach pool villas and three-bedroom residences — feature private plunge pools. Located 45 minutes by seaplane from Male, the resort promises art-inspired interiors, four dining venues and cultural programming that reflects Maldivian heritage.

Why we’re excited: As part of the ALL — Accor Live Limitless loyalty program, you can redeem points for overwater villas in the Maldives, making this sleek sanctuary one of the most accessible ways to experience a true bucket-list destination on points. — Stephanie Stevens

Rates at Mondrian Maldives are not yet available.

Moxy Niseko Village

Niseko, Japan

Expected opening: Late 2026

While details about this forthcoming Marriott are scarce, we know it will be in one of the world’s best ski destinations, bringing the Moxy brand’s playful spirit to the heart of Niseko in the form of modern, tech-forward rooms and lively social spaces.

Why we’re excited: For Marriott Bonvoy loyalists — or anyone looking for a new way to spend points in Japan’s premier ski destination — this opening is an exciting one, as it adds something both fresh and accessible to Niseko’s hotel scene. — Ellie Nan Storck

Rates at Moxy Niseko Village are not yet available.

NoMad Singapore

Singapore

Expected opening: Late 2026

Hilton acquired the clubby, boho-luxe NoMad brand back in 2024, but has yet to open a location beyond the London original. That’s going to change in 2026 with the debut of NoMad Singapore in the city’s boutique-packed Orchard Road district. Though details are still minimal, the hotel is expected to have 173 rooms and suites, and from the renderings, it looks like it will sport one of the city’s most dramatic facades.

Why we’re excited: Another chance to use Hilton points in Southeast Asia for a swanky city stay? Yes, please! — Eric Rosen

Rates at NoMad Singapore are not yet available.

Waldorf Astoria Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Expected opening: Late 2026

With a prime Golden Triangle location, Waldorf Astoria Kuala Lumpur will mark the brand’s Malaysian debut, featuring 272 suites reflective of Waldorf Astoria’s signature elegance.

Why we’re excited: The hotel will be all about location and connection, situated just steps from excellent shopping, dining and landmarks, and one of the city’s main transportation hubs, Kuala Lumpur Sentral Station, just minutes away. — Ellie Nan Storck

Rates at Waldorf Astoria Kuala Lumpur are not yet available.

New hotels opening in Africa and the Middle East

What’s new on the African continent? Luxury city hotels, safari camps you can book with points and even an all-inclusive resort that combines the best of a safari and beach vacation.

Club Med South Africa Beach & Safari

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Expected opening: July

This summer, Club Med will debut in South Africa with this unique beach-and-safari approach to the brand’s signature all-inclusive offering. Located just 45 minutes from Durban, the lodge will be set between the beach and the bush, with the adventures of Mpilo Safari Lodge just 45 minutes away by plane.

Why we’re excited: The primary lodge is located on nearly 82 acres of lush land bordered by pristine Indian Ocean beaches, where guests can enjoy swimming and surf school when they aren’t jetting off to the nearby Mpilo Safari Lodge to spot the Big Five. — Ellie Nan Storck

Rates at Club Med South Africa Beach & Safari are not yet available.

The Cape Town Edition

Cape Town, South Africa

Expected opening: Late 2026

We first learned about this latest Edition installment in December, and we still have almost a year to wait before it comes to completion along Cape Town’s tourist-friendly V&A Waterfront. When it does, though, it is expected to have 142 rooms and suites and restaurants galore, including a rooftop bar for fabulous Table Mountain views.

Why we’re excited: The Edition Cape Town will also have a pool for leisurely afternoons between sightseeing jaunts and a spa for relaxing, all without leaving the city’s thriving waterfront. — Eric Rosen

Rates at The Cape Town Edition are not yet available.

JW Marriott Mount Kenya Rhino Reserve Safari Camp

Laikipia, Kenya

Expected opening: May

Over the last few years, Marriott has expanded its presence in the world of safaris. Now, a 20-tent, JW Marriott-branded camp in the Solio Game Reserve near Mount Kenya will bring private plunge pools, four bars and restaurants, a resort-style pool, and, as a Marriott Bonvoy property, another chance to book a dream safari with points.

Why we’re excited: The 19,000-acre Solio Ranch Conservancy specializes in rhino breeding programs, meaning that guests have a better-than-ever chance to encounter white and black rhinos, along with other safari stars like leopards and cheetahs. — Tanner Saunders

Rates at JW Marriott Mount Kenya Rhino Reserve Safari Camp are not yet available.

Singita Elela

Okavango Delta, Botswana

Expected opening: Late 2026

Singita, which boasts some of Africa’s most luxurious safari lodges, is expanding into Botswana’s biodiversity-rich Okavango Delta. Elela will operate year-round, giving guests the chance to experience the stunning wetland region in all seasons through a conservation-focused lens.

Why we’re excited: Guess of Elela will have exclusive access to more than 420,000 acres of untouched wilderness and the chance to get up close and personal with the thousands of species that call it home. — Carly Helfand

Rates at Singita Elela are not yet available.

Waldorf Astoria Rabat Sale

Sale, Morocco

Expected opening: Early 2026

Thirty-four floors up inside the Mohammed VI Tower — Morocco’s tallest building — the Waldorf Astoria Rabat Sale is preparing to open its doors. Conveniently located minutes from museums, theaters and high-speed rail connections to Casablanca and Tangier, the hotel will offer breathtaking views of the Bouregreg River and Rabat skyline.

Why we’re excited: The hotel will feature a variety of dining concepts, including poolside Mediterranean, Asian fusion and a fine-dining menu developed by chef Alain Ducasse. — Carly Helfand

Rates at Waldorf Astoria Rabat Sale are not yet available.

New hotels opening in Oceania

It’s a long journey to this part of the world, but hotels in Australia’s wine capital, along Sydney’s beaches and across the islands of Fiji have us plotting a trip.

InterContinental Sydney Coogee Beach

Sydney, Australia

Opened: December 2025

With its teeming central business district and sights like the famous opera house, some visitors might forget that Sydney can be a fun beach destination, too. Look no further than the city’s fancy eastern suburbs along the shores of the Pacific to find charming seaside hamlets like Coogee, which is along a gorgeous coastal walk that connects it to Bondi. There, you’ll also find Australia’s latest InterContinental, which quietly opened just before the end of last year, with 198 rooms including 22 suites, all of which have been significantly overhauled since the hotel’s former life as a Crowne Plaza. Come this March, guests can also take advantage of a rooftop deck with a bar and an infinity pool looking out over the ocean.

Why we’re excited: The hotel’s main restaurant, Shutters, serves elegant Mediterranean fare, but the InterContinental is also home to the latest restaurant from British celebrity chef Rick Stein, serving ultrafresh seafood with Asian-inflected flavors. — Eric Rosen

Rates at the InterContinental Sydney Coogee Beach start at $280 or 47,000 IHG One Rewards points per night.

Treehouse Hotel Adelaide

Adelaide, Australia

Expected opening: Late 2026

Treehouse is the younger, more playful brand from the same folks behind 1 Hotels, so expect this upstart to bring an upbeat energy to a new $350 million development in the heart of the South Australian capital called Market Square. The Treehouse Hotel Adelaide will have 248 rooms and suites, plus plenty of public areas to lounge, cowork and dine at the hotel’s various bars and restaurants.

Why we’re excited: With a newly launched flight from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) on United Airlines, Adelaide is bound to become one of Australia’s up-and-coming destinations for U.S. travelers, and this hotel should help. — Eric Rosen

Rates at the Treehouse Hotel Adelaide are not yet available.

The Westin Fiji Golf Resort & Spa

Nadi, Fiji

Expected opening: Late 2026

Formerly called the Westin Denarau Island Resort & Spa, The Westin Fiji Golf Resort & Spa will reemerge late this year after a renovation project that touched all of its guest rooms, restaurants and public spaces. What’s not changing? Its idyllic location overlooking Nadi Bay.

Why we’re excited: Updated rooms plus 30 acres of exclusive oceanfront space sounds like a match made in heaven. — Carly Helfand

Rates at The Westin Fiji Golf Resort & Spa are not yet available.

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