Multiple Regions Hotels, Resorts
The most anticipated luxury hotel openings of 2025
Credit: Rosewood Miyakojima
From the majestic mountains of Montana to the crystalline waters of Lake Como and a little-known isle in Japan, these new and reimagined luxury hotels tick all the boxes and more for a memorable luxury escape
As 2025 unfolds, there is no end in sight for the travel boom – and no shortage of hotels opening their doors. Six Senses, Waldorf Astoria, 1 Hotels, Rosewood, One&Only, Edition Hotels and more luxury brands are launching hotels and resorts this year, and this new wave of accommodations promises ultra-personalised service and design-forward aesthetics in some of the world’s most breathtaking locations.
Here are the relaunches and debuts we are most excited about in 2025.
North America
Waldorf Astoria New York
USA
September 2025
One of the most iconic hotels in the world, the Waldorf Astoria New York is set to make a grand comeback in 2025 following a gargantuan restoration that began in 2017. This legendary Park Avenue landmark will blend its rich Art Deco heritage with modern design elements, offering 375 stylishly appointed rooms and suites, a world-class spa, and a collection of revitalised dining destinations, including the much-anticipated Lex Yard brasserie.
One&Only Moonlight Basin
Montana, USA
June 2025
For those seeking unparalleled luxury surrounded by rugged beauty, One&Only Moonlight Basin shouldn’t disappoint when it opens in Montana in June. Designed by the acclaimed Olson Kundig firm, this mountain resort – the first One&Only in the USA and the brand’s first alpine resort – will feature 73 guestrooms, 19 private luxury cabins, and an array of residential options, all seamlessly integrated into the surrounding wilderness. With private gondola access to 5,800 acres of ski terrain and exclusive excursions to Yellowstone National Park, the resort will combine adventure and indulgence in equal measure. Sign us up.
oneandonlyresorts.com/moonlight-basin
Hotel Lucile
Los Angeles, USA
April 2025
Following the devastating fires of January 2025, Los Angeles needs your tourism dollars – and where better to spend them than at the new boutique hotel, Hotel Lucile, opening in April. Housed in a church built in 1931 in the heart of Silver Lake, the 25-room intimate retreat retains many of the original architectural features of the church, including the distinctive stained-glass windows and detailed woodwork, keeping its historic charm intact. Throw in complementing warm yet modern interiors, a restaurant and bar, a rooftop lounge and pool with views of the surrounding Silver Lake area and you have a compelling case for an LA escape.
Rosewood Mandarina
Mexico
April 2025
Nestled along Mexico’s pristine Pacific coastline where the jungle meets the ocean, Rosewood Mandarina promises a tropical sanctuary combining barefoot luxury with Rosewood’s world-class hospitality. Slated to open on 1 April in Mexico’s Riviera Nayarit, just 50 minutes from Puerto Vallarta, the new all-suite resort – each featuring a private plunge pool and expansive outdoor terraces – has been designed with a deep reverence for Huichol and Cora cultures, integrating local craftsmanship and sustainable practices. With an emphasis on holistic wellness, the resort will be ideal for those looking for some R&R in a beautiful natural setting. Along with the Asaya Spa, expect five distinct dining experiences, four serene pools, a state-of-the-art fitness centre and the Explorers Club for kids. Plus, adventures await nearby at the Mandarina Polo & Equestrian Club, Mandarina Gold Club and in the surrounding rainforest, where you can soar over the jungle canopy on a zipline or work up a sweat at an obstacle course.
rosewoodhotels.com/en/mandarina
Europe
The Lake Como Edition
Italy
May 2025
Every person should experience Lake Como at least once – and growing design-led brand Edition Hotels seems to agree. The Lake Como Edition, slated to open in the European spring, is housed in a 19th-century building on the western shores of the world-famous lake and features 148 rooms and suites, including two penthouses. Guests can tap into la dolce vita at the lively lobby bar, a unique floating pool, a spa concept and multiple restaurants and bars overlooking Lake Como with stunning views of the Bellagio mountains. Edition Hotels is the collaboration between Marriott International and hotelier and cultural icon Ian Schrager – who co-founded Studio 54 and is said to have started the ‘boutique hotel’ concept in the 1980s. With signature cutting-edge design and vibrant social spaces at the centre of each property, we have high hopes for the Lake Como Edition.
Collegio alla Querce, Auberge Resorts Collection
Florence, Italy
Open now
Another highly anticipated hotel on the list is the recently-opened Collegio alla Querce, Auberge Resorts Collection, situated on a hillside overlooking Florence‘s historic centre. Boasting panoramic views of the iconic Duomo and the bucolic Tuscan countryside, the 83-room-and-suite hotel is named after the 16th-century cultural institution the building once housed – the Collegio alla Querce, which was a centre of learning for more than 100 years. There’s a destination restaurant, a glass-enclosed garden room for all day dining, and a bar and cigar lounge set in the former academic admissions office.
Design throughout marries the old and new worlds – high Renaissance art, hand-picked antiques and frescoed walls alongside a vibrant palette, locally sourced materials and contemporary furnishings. Meanwhile, the meticulously restored Baroque gardens – where you’ll find an outdoor pool bar offering lunch and cocktails – provide a picturesque escape from Florence’s touristed streets. Heaven.
https://aubergeresorts.com/collegioallaquerce
Six Senses Milan
Italy
TBC
Rounding out Italy’s wave of heritage conversion hotels is Six Senses Milan, which will open in an historic building in the heart of Milan’s Brera district, opposite the Palazzo Di Brera, sometime this year. This much-anticipated urban retreat will combine state-of-the-art wellness offerings, farm-to-table dining and 68 guest rooms, including 15 suites – two of which boast private plunge pools.
According to Hospitality Design, the hotel has been designed by Tara Bernerd & Partners, with a modern yet warm aesthetic highlighting local craftsmanship, in keeping with the creative history of the hotel’s neighbourhood, known as Milan’s artists’ district. Think arabescato marble and antique brass detailing as well as handmade smoked glass, textured ceilings and mosaic borders. Amenities include an Earth Lab, an internal courtyard, a seasonal specialty restaurant and deli, spa, rooftop bar and pool. Six Senses has also announced Six Senses Lake Como will debut in 2028. The brand has a reputation for transforming heritage and historic buildings into luxury hotels.
sixsenses.com/en/new-openings/milan
Rosewood Amsterdam
Netherlands
May 2025
Rosewood Amsterdam will debut on the Prinsengracht in the city’s UNESCO-listed Canal District on 1 May 2025. Housed within the 18th-century Palace of Justice, the heritage conversion has been led by Studio Piet Boon, with design that echoes Dutch heritage, preserving original features like cellblocks and courtrooms. Many of the 134 rooms and suites offer views of the canals, courtyards or city rooftops, while three dining venues, an in-house distillery, the brand’s signature Asaya Spa, an indoor pool, and lush courtyard gardens are on offer. Outside, guests can enjoy curated experiences such as private salon boat tours along the canals, guided art walks in Amsterdam Noord’s contemporary galleries, and excursions to the quaint village of Durgerdam.
rosewoodhotels.com/en/amsterdam
Middle East & Africa
The Red Sea Edition
Saudi Arabia
June-August 2025
As part of Saudi Arabia’s ambitious Red Sea Project, The Red Sea Edition will open on Saudi Arabia’s Shaura Island in the northern hemisphere summer this year. The new retreat will feature 240 guest rooms, including one-, two- and three-bedroom suites, all designed to reflect the local cultural and social milieu. Guests can expect to indulge at two signature restaurants, a destination bar and a beach bar, with a state-of-the-art fitness centre, swimming pool and spa available onsite.
Anantara Kafue River Tented Camp
Zambia, Africa
Mid-2025
Anantara’s new tented camp is set to offer an exclusive new safari experience within Zambia‘s sprawling Kafue National Park, a three-hour drive from Victoria Falls or Lusaka. This intimate retreat will feature 12 elevated luxury tents, including a 600-square-meter Presidential Villa, each equipped with private plunge pools and exclusive boat access. The camp’s design emphasises sustainability, utilising eco-friendly materials and renewable energy sources, while amenities include a wellness area with a swimming pool, a restaurant and bar, a lounge, and a traditional African boma. Guests can engage in activities such as canoeing, fishing, birdwatching, and guided wildlife encounters. Sounds wild.
anantara.com/en/kafue-river-tented-camp
Asia & Australia
Raffles Sentosa Singapore
Open now
Situated on Sentosa Island, a 15-minute drive from Singapore’s Central Business District, recently-opened Raffles Sentosa Singapore occupies 100,000 square metres of tropical greenery, offering a tranquil retreat on Asia’s first GSTC-certified sustainable island destination. Designed to integrate seamlessly with its lush surroundings, the city-state’s first all-villa resort features 62 villas ranging from 210 square metres to the expansive 650-square-metre four-bedroom Royal Villa. Each villa includes a private pool, outdoor terrace and panoramic garden views through floor-to-ceiling windows.
The resort’s spa, housed in a converted heritage landmark, features 13 treatment rooms dedicated to holistic wellness experiences. Dining options include Empire Grill for modern Italian cuisine, Royal China for refined Cantonese dishes, Hashida for Japanese omakase, and the Raffles Room for signature afternoon tea. Guests can also enjoy bespoke dining experiences such as poolside meals at their villas, picnics in the gardens, or intimate dinners on a secluded stretch of Tanjong Beach, accessible directly from the resort. Island time has never looked so good.
Aman Nai Lert Bangkok
Thailand
April 2025
Aman’s much-anticipated Bangkok property will bring the brand’s slick, minimalist style of luxury to the heart of the Thai capital when it opens on 2 April 2025. Nestled within the lush grounds of Nai Lert Park in the Lumpini district, the 52-suite hotel, designed by Jean-Michel Gathy of Denniston Architects, blends contemporary elegance with local heritage, incorporating antiques, artisanal details, and a century-old Sompong tree as a central architectural feature. Highlights include a 1,500-square-metre Aman Spa and Wellness Centre with both holistic and medical treatments, an exclusive Aman Club, multiple dining venues – including Arva and The Pool Bar on the 9th floor – and ultra-private areas on the 19th floor for guests and club members. The hotel also offers branded residences and an expansive Aman Suite spanning 713 square metres. Guests can access bespoke experiences and seamless travel through a curated Aman Asia program, with special benefits for multi-night stays.
aman.com/hotels/aman-nai-lert-bangkok
Rosewood Miyakojima
Japan
Now open
Just when you thought Japan couldn’t get any more compelling, Rosewood opens a luxury resort on an untouched peninsula on the little-known, idyllic island of Miyakojima. Known as the ‘Island of Prayers’, the tropical isle in Japan’s Ryukyu archipelago, southwest of Blue Zone destination Okinawa, boasts coral-fringed beaches, crystal-clear waters and subtropical landscapes, offering a tranquil alternative to the nonstop energy of Japan’s tourist-filled cities. Designed by Studio Piet Boon, the resort features 55 private villas, each with its own pool and garden and views of the water, blending modern minimalism with local materials like Ryukyu limestone to echo the island’s natural beauty. Plus: enjoy four dining venues, an oceanfront infinity pool, and the Asaya Spa with six treatment rooms, a yoga studio, and a fitness centre. With a sustainable ethos and an emphasis on privacy and nature, Rosewood’s first Japanese property has us excited for what’s ahead for this rapidly-growing brand.
rosewoodhotels.com/en/miyakojima
1 Hotel Melbourne, Australia
July
Blending sustainability with contemporary urban luxury, 1 Hotel Melbourne will bring the brand’s eco-conscious ethos to the new Seafarers precinct on the banks of the Yarra River from 1 July 2025. The hotel’s 277 rooms and 114 residences will feature abundant natural light, greenery, and views of the city or water. True to the 1 Hotels brand, Melbourne’s newest hotel is rooted in biophilic design, incorporating 2,000 living plants.
Meanwhile, the heritage-listed Goods Shed No.5, Melbourne’s sole surviving riverbank cargo shed from the pre-containerisation era, serves as the hospitality heart of the hotel, reflecting the property’s emphasis on respecting the lands, waters, and traditions surrounding it. The unique space incorporates over 2,000 salvaged materials and features a signature restaurant, bars, cafe, events space and a lounge that seamlessly connects to Seafarers Rest Park, a new 3,500-square-metre park planted with native flora. The wellness offering comprises the Bamford Spa and The Field House gym, complete with sauna, steam room, jacuzzi and pool. Located on the CBD tram line, the hotel marks 1 Hotels’ Australian debut.
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