(CNN) – The year ahead looks promising for travel, with many countries lifting restrictions, the launch of new flight routes and the hotel industry bringing its A game after two years of uncertainty.
From next-level luxury escapes in Dubai, Mozambique and the Maldives to trendy urban hideaways in Paris, Sydney and Palm Springs, this year’s exciting new hotel lineup has something for every traveler (and budget!).
We’ve hand-picked 20 incredible hotels opening in 2022 and 2023 to stay in – or dream about – in the new year.
Starting prices are included where available.
and Beyond Punakha River Lodge, Bhutan
andBeyond Punakha River Lodge, Bhutan
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Renowned for its breathtaking African safaris, luxury travel company andBeyond will launch its first lodge in Asia with the opening of Punakha River Lodge in Bhutan in September 2023.
The lodge will have just six safari-style tented suites, plus two villas with private pools and hot tubs (depending on the season). With its spectacular location on the banks of the Mo Chhu River deep in the Punakha Valley, each suite enjoys stunning 360-degree views of the surrounding Eastern Himalayas.
Other activities include nature walks, temple visits, waterfront lunches and traditional Bhutanese hot stone baths.
Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa, Maldives
Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa, Maldives
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Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa
Located on a lush tropical island in the sparkling turquoise lagoon of Raa Atoll, Emerald Faarufushi is the literal definition of paradise. Here, guests can choose from 38 chic beach villas or 42 equally luxurious overwater villas, perched on stilts above the ocean, each with its own private pool.
There’s also a large spa, a diving center, one of the largest kids’ clubs in the Maldives and five restaurants (which you’ll enjoy even more knowing the resort is all-inclusive). Emerald Faarufushi, a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, opened in October 2022.
Prices start at $1,378 all inclusive.
Hoshino Resort KAI Yufuin, Japan
Hoshino Resort KAI Yufuin, Japan
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It doesn’t get much more picturesque than KAI Yufuin, a luxury hot spring ryokan nestled between Mount Yufu and the famous rice fields of Oita. The stunning property — opening in August 2022 — was designed by Kengo Kuma (named by TIME as the world’s most influential architect of 2021) and has just 45 rooms tucked away amid cascading rice terraces.
However, what you’re really here for are the onsen (hot springs) – there are three on site for guests to enjoy. But for ultimate relaxation, book yourself a suite with its own outdoor onsen, so you can soak in the mineral-rich healing water in complete privacy.
Conrad Los Angeles, California
The Frank Gehry-designed Conrad Los Angeles has 305 plush rooms overlooking the City of Angels.
When luxury hotel group Conrad made its first foray into California, it spared no expense: the Frank Gehry-designed Conrad Los Angeles opens in summer 2022 and features 305 plush rooms framed by floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the City of Angels.
We’re highlighting not one, but two of celebrity chef José Andrés’ signature restaurants: San Laurel, an upscale Spanish-California restaurant, and rooftop Agua Viva, which serves cocktails and Latin-Asian bites.
There’s also a luxurious 7,000-square-foot spa that offers guests the latest in wellness technology — think compression boots that increase circulation and wearable bio-hacking discs that deepen relaxation. Next level stuff.
Regis Kanai Resort, Riviera Maya, Mexico
The St. Regis Kanai Resort, Riviera Maya, Mexico
St. Regis Kanai has wowed from the start with its otherworldly designs, drawing inspiration from the geometry of the local mangroves and the Pleiades constellation, a star cluster significant to Mayan culture. The resort, hidden in a 620-hectare nature reserve along Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, is divided into intersecting circles, built of white concrete and reflective crystals.
All 124 rooms and 20 suites will have ocean views; there are 32 additional villas with private pools. There’s also a spa, two golf courses and five restaurants (including, of course, a tequila and mezcal bar). Regis Kanai is scheduled to open in May 2023.
The Ritz-Carlton Melbourne, Australia
The Ritz-Carlton Melbourne, Australia
A heated infinity pool framed by floor-to-ceiling glass windows overlooks the city of The Ritz-Carlton Melbourne.
With a high-speed elevator taking guests straight to the 80th floor lobby, the Ritz-Carlton is set to be the tallest hotel in Australia when it opens in March 2023. The “Sky Lobby” – and the hotel’s 257 rooms and suites – – will have unparalleled views of the Yarra River, Marvel Stadium and the city skyline.
Other hotel amenities include an infinity pool framed by floor-to-ceiling glass windows (indoors and heated, of course, in a nod to Melbourne’s notoriously fickle weather) and a spacious wellness center that includes a yoga studio, sauna, two vital pools and six rooms for treatments.
The Homestead, Nambiti, South Africa
The Homestead, Nambiti, South Africa
This new eco-conscious luxury safari lodge is the stuff dreams are made of: nestled in the heart of the wildlife-rich Nambiti Private Game Reserve, it features 12 suites that are as sustainable as they are plush.
While many safaris focus solely on game drives, The Homestead will offer a range of experiences, such as animal photography classes, bike tours, cooking with local ingredients and participating in sustainable initiatives. For those more inclined to relax, there’s also an infinity pool overlooking the savannah, perfect for lounging with a G&T in hand. The opening of the Domestic House is planned for the end of 2023.
The Homestead, Nambiti Private Game Reserve, Ladysmith, 3370, South Africa
1 Hotel Hanalei Bay, Hawaii
1 Hotels is bringing its distinct brand of sustainable luxury to Hawaii with the opening of its Kauai outpost in February 2023. Its 252 rooms will feature reclaimed wood furnishings, beds upholstered in organic cotton linens and plenty of native greenery.
Like all 1 Hotels, the resort is LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certified and carbon neutral, and will limit single-use plastics and work closely with local farmers and fishermen to source ingredients for their restaurants.
Apart from sustainability, the hotel’s biggest advantage is its location. Located on the shores of Hanalei Bay below the lush high cliffs of Mount Makana, it offers some of the most beautiful views in Hawaii from the hotel’s expansive Sunset Terrace.
Ace Hotel Sydney, Australia
Ace Hotel’s newest Sydney outpost could be its coolest property yet.
Known for its chic boutique hotels in Brooklyn, Palm Springs and Kyoto, Ace Hotel’s latest Sydney outpost (its first and only hotel south of the equator) might be its coolest yet.
The stylish 264-room property is located in the heart of trendy Surry Hills, surrounded by cafes, bars and art galleries. In a nod to its eclectic address, its rooms feature exposed brick walls, handwoven woolen blankets, vintage record players and acoustic guitars.
Hotel highlights include a killer Australian art collection scattered throughout the property and the Kiln rooftop restaurant, which serves exciting contemporary Australian food — with a view to match.
Viceroy at Ombria Resort Algarve, Portugal
Viceroy at Ombria Resort Algarve, Portugal
While Viceroy Hotels is best known for its elegant oceanfront hideaways in Santa Lucia, Los Cabos and Santa Monica, its newest outpost in Portugal will be set amidst 150 acres of lush, rolling countryside.
Surrounded by miles of citrus groves, small farms and quaint cobbled villages, this 76-room hotel makes for the perfect countryside escape. But don’t let its pastoral setting fool you: in signature Viceroy style, the property is as plush as any resort on Capri or St. Tropez — complete with infinity pools, an expansive spa and an 18-hole golf course.
Atlantis The Royal, Dubai
Atlantis The Royal in Dubai has 44 suites with infinity pools.
There’s luxury, and there’s Atlantis The Royal: a stunning feat of architecture boasting 795 opulent rooms, 44 suites with infinity pools, 17 restaurants and bars (including eight helmed by celebrity chefs such as Heston Blumenthal, Nobu Matsuhisa and José and The 295-foot-long Skypool on the 22nd floor will make guests feel like they’re swimming in the clouds.
In case all that wasn’t enough to stand out, the extravagant hotel is also home to the world’s largest jellyfish aquarium, a “fire-breathing” fountain and its own private beach. It is scheduled to open in early 2023.
Atlantis The Royal, Crescent Road, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Naviva, A Four Seasons Resort, Mexico
Naviva, A Four Seasons Resort, Mexico
This unique Four Seasons resort is set amidst 48 hectares of lush forest on the Nayarit Riviera.
If you’re looking for a remote escape to nature, you can’t beat Naviva, an unspoiled nature hidden amidst 48 hectares of lush forest on the Nayarit Riviera. Opening Dec. 1, 2022, the Retreat is Four Seasons’ first tented resort in the Americas and one of its smallest resorts in the world, with just 15 tents.
Of course, each tent has its own pool and deck with a hammock and outdoor shower – this is the Four Seasons after all. But what sets this resort apart is its exploratory nature.
From discovering hearths hidden by the ocean’s edge to experiences like swimming in a moonlit forest, everything at Naviva is created to help guests connect more deeply with their natural surroundings.
Prices start at $3,950 all inclusive.
Hotel Cerro, San Luis Obispo, California
Hotel Cerro, San Luis Obispo, California
Located in the heart of downtown San Luis Obispo, Hotel Cerro is the most charming new boutique hotel on the Central Coast of California. There are only 65 rooms in the attic, including 14 suites with bathtubs, fireplaces and private terraces equipped with fireplaces.
It’s sustainable to boot: the LEED-certified hotel has limited single-use plastic and offers guests free bottled water, with filtered refill stations set up on every floor. The hotel also has its own edible organic gardens where seasonal fruits, vegetables and herbs are grown, which are used daily in the hotel’s SLO Brasserie restaurant.
Other features include a spa that incorporates herbs and botanicals from the hotel’s gardens into its treatments and a luxurious rooftop pool deck that boasts dramatic 360-degree views of the city, surrounding hills and countryside.
Hotel Cerro, 1125 Garden Street, San Luis Obispo, California
The Rome EDITION, Italy
Luxury lifestyle brand EDITION Hotels is set to open five new properties worldwide in 2023, but we’ve got our eye on its first Italian outpost, built in a beautiful historic building just steps from Via Veneto and Bernini’s Tritone fountain.
The hotel will feature 93 modern, design-focused rooms and suites, including two penthouses, each with a private terrace. Other facilities include a craft cocktail bar, an open-air restaurant and a picturesque rooftop pool and terrace with stunning views of the Eternal City.
Banyan Tree Ilha Caldeira, Mozambique
Banyan Tree Ilha Caldeira, Mozambique
This Banyan Tree property has 40 thatched villas spread across an island off the coast of Mozambique.
With just 40 thatched-roof villas scattered across a small tropical island off the coast of Mozambique, Banyan Tree’s newest resort might make you feel like you’ve been haplessly marooned on a remote island—albeit with private pools.
In addition to soaking and sunbathing, the resort will offer activities such as kayaking, snorkeling and diving in the Primeiras and Segundas Archipelago, Africa’s largest marine reserve, of which Ilha Caldeira is a part. In an effort to preserve the pristine environment, the resort is entirely solar powered and all water is desalinated on site. It is scheduled to open at the end of 2023.
Hôtel Dame des Arts, Paris, France
Hôtel Dame des Arts, Paris, France
There are definitely glitzier and fancier hotels in Paris, but chances are they don’t have the heart and soul of this new boutique hotel in Paris’ Latin Quarter. The Hôtel Dame des Arts has just 109 rooms, but they are thoughtfully decorated with bespoke furniture and bold original artwork (each room has its own unique collection). One third have private terraces with a view of the Eiffel Tower.
There’s also a French fusion restaurant in the lobby run by Mexican chef Othoniel Alvarez Castaneda, as well as a sleek spa and gym equipped with pelotons. But the hotel’s crowning glory is its spacious rooftop bar, which serves champagne, craft cocktails and 360-degree views of the City of Light. It is scheduled to open in February 2023.
Shinta Mani Mustang – Bensley Collection, Nepal
Shinta Mani Mustang – A Bensley Collection, Nepal
Award-winning designer Bill Bensley has the vision behind this new lodge at the gates of Mustang, a remote kingdom in Nepal that has been off-limits to foreigners for centuries. Starting in May 2023, guests can book a stay in one of Shinta Mani Mustang’s 29 suites, which are modeled after a traditional Tibetan home and offer stunning views of the Himalayas.
While there’s plenty to do inside the house — there’s also a lovely spa and a farm-to-table Nepalese restaurant — guests are encouraged to spend time off the grounds. Shinto Mani’s highly personalized guest experience program honors the tradition of Sherpa hospitality and offers guests everything from guided walks off the beaten track to leisurely gourmet picnics.
Prices start at $1,700 (all inclusive).
Casa Cody, Palm Springs, California
Casa Cody, Palm Springs, California
If you’re looking for luxury that’s a little more modest—and at a slightly more affordable price than many on this list—Casa Cody is the place to be.
Although the hotel was built in the 1920s, it was bought by boutique hotel firm Casetta in 2017 and has been completely transformed and relaunched in 2022 with stylish new rooms, villas and a poolside restaurant serving cocktails, beer and artisanal food.
Its 30 rooms are scattered among acres of fragrant citrus trees (fruit pickers invite guests to help themselves) and intimate pools shaded by palm trees and lush bougainvillea. An added bonus: because it’s located in the ever-pleasant Palm Springs, Casa Cody offers travelers a year-round summer getaway.
Casa Cody, 175 S Cahuilla Rd, Palm Springs, CA
The Peninsula Istanbul, Turkey
The Istanbul Peninsula is located on the shores of the Bosphorus.
With lush landscaped gardens and stunning water views — located on the shores of the Bosphorus — Peninsula Istanbul is an oasis in the bustling heart of Turkey’s most famous city.
The property has 177 luxurious guest rooms decorated with Turkish textiles, marble bathrooms and wide windows. It also boasts a lavish spa with a hammam, a rooftop restaurant and two pools — an outdoor pool located on the shores of the Bosphorus, as well as a stunning indoor pool lit by domed skylights and surrounded by marble columns.
Peninsula Istanbul is scheduled to open in February 2023. Prices start at $653.
The Peninsula Istanbul, Karaköy, Kemankeş Karamustafapaşa Mahallesi, Kemankeş Cd. No:34, 34425 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Turkey
The Anam Mui Ne, Vietnam
Several resorts are slated to open in Vietnam in 2023, but we’re focused on The Anam Mui Ne, an independent resort (owned by Vietnamese hotelier Pham Van Hien) opening in southeast Vietnam in January.
There’s something special about its elegant Indochina-inspired design: think hand-laid mosaic tiles and cornice detailing, plinth statues, clawfoot tubs and leather-wrapped tables.
Each of The Anam Hotel’s 127 rooms also features original paintings by Vietnamese artists that tell the story of the country; even the joinery is handcrafted by local artisans using wood sourced from sustainable Vietnamese harvests. More than a luxury hotel, Anam is a love letter to Vietnam.
The Anam Mui Ne, 18 Nguyễn Đình Chiểu, Phương Hàm Tiến, Thành phố Phan Thiết, Bình Thuận 77000, Vietnam
Why is there no 13th floor in hotels in America?
Early designers of high-rise buildings, fearing a fire on the 13th floor or fearing the superstition of the occupants about rumors, decided to omit the 13th floor from being listed in the elevator numbers. This practice became common and eventually found its way into American mainstream culture and building design.
Why is the number 13 unlucky in hotels? This is a fear that dates back to biblical times when Judas, the betrayer of Jesus, was the 13th to sit at the Last Supper table. Your guests may be hesitant to take a room if it’s on the 13th floor or even if the room number itself is 13.
Why do some buildings in the US not have a 13th floor?
Many older buildings do not have a 13th floor due to superstition. Because many people consider the number unlucky, they will not want to live or work on the 13th floor, and landlords and investors will often skip the floor because they know it will be more difficult to sell and rent apartments on the floor.
Do American hotels have a 13th floor?
Marriott Jr. was quoted. who said, “That was one of the first things I learned: don’t go to the 13th.” In fact, Otis Elevators estimates that 85% of buildings with elevators don’t have a designated 13th floor. Of course, not all hotels skip the 13th floor.
What is the biggest hotel chain?
Marriott International Marriott is the largest hotel chain in the world by the number of available rooms. It has 30 brands with 7,642 hotels, including 1,423. 044 rooms in 131 countries and territories. Between 2020 and 2021, the number of Marriott International rooms increased from 1,358.
What is the largest hotel chain in the US? The largest hotel chains in the USA 2022
- Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) …
- Red Roof Inn. …
- Westmont Hospitality Group. …
- Extended stay in America. …
- Red Lion Hotels Corporation. …
- Aimbridge Hospitality. …
- G6 Hospitality. Number of properties in the US: 1,400. …
- Best Western International, Inc. Number of properties in the US: 2,161.
What are the top three hotel chains in the world?
The three largest hotel brands by number of properties are OYO, Wyndham and Marriott.
Who is bigger Marriott or Hilton?
Hilton has 18 brands and more than 6,100 properties in 118 countries. Marriott has 30 brands and more than 7,000 properties in 131 countries and territories.
Where do most celebs stay?
Celebrities can be found in various places in the US and abroad, but the largest concentration of famous people is still in the Hollywood Hills.
Where do all the American celebrities live? 1. California And the US state where most A-listers were born is, surprise, surprise, California. But there’s more to this star state than just LA.
How many 5 star hotels are there in the world?
Luxury hotel statistics show that there are over 4,400 4 and 5 star hotels worldwide. The leading group in the world is the Wyndham Hotel Group with over 9157 facilities. They are followed by Choice Hotels International with over 7,045 and Marriott International with 7,003.
How many 5-star hotels are there in the world? London now has the most five-star hotels, overtaking Macau, China. The list includes 210 five-star hotels, 69 five-star restaurants and 64 five-star spas with a total of 1,694 winners.
How many Forbes 5 star hotels are there in the world?
The 64th annual list includes 323 five-star hotels, 558 four-star hotels and 401 recommended hotels; 74 restaurants with five stars, 112 with four stars and 67 recommended restaurants; and 102 five-star spas and 193 four-star spas worldwide. Park Hotel Vitznau (Switzerland).
How many 7 star hotels are there in the world?
Burj Al Arab Dubai They call it the only official 7-star hotel in the world, so of course it’s the first place you want to book if you want to be blown away by the ultimate in luxury. The architectural design inspired by sails is the first thing that catches your eye.
Which country has most 5 star hotels?
UK. The British capital consistently tops the list of the best five-star hotels in the world with around 75 hotels in the city alone.
