13 New Hotels You'll Want to Plan Your Entire Trip Around

Consider this your cue to start planning fall travel around some of the year’s most anticipated hotel openings.

Rendering: 25hours Hotels/Tonkin Zulaikha Greer

• Location: Sydney, Australia
• Why it’s notable: Australia’s first 25hours Hotel, reviving a historic Sydney theater with a cinematic design ethos and destination dining
• Type of traveler who will love this hotel: Culinary aficionados, the culturally curious
• Price: From $225

25hours Hotel The Olympia, the brand’s first property in Australia, is set within a heritage-listed former theatre in Sydney’s Paddington. The 109 rooms, split into “Dreamer” and “Renegade” categories inspired by cinematic archetypes, each feature original artwork by the Sydney painter, Kubi Vasak. Culinary director Mitch Orr, a leading figure in the city’s restaurant scene, oversees four venues: The Palomar, the first international outpost of London’s acclaimed Middle Eastern–influenced restaurant; The Mulwray, a cocktail and wine bar named after a character in the film Chinatown; Jacob The Angel café; and Monica, a 1960s Hollywood-inspired rooftop bar. Located just three kilometers from the CBD, the hotel sits at the junction of Paddington, Surry Hills, and Darlinghurst, positioning it as both a cultural stay for visitors and a lively hub for locals.

Photo: Aliée Istanbul

• Location: Istanbul, Turkey
• Why it’s notable: Paris Society’s Istanbul debut, combining large-scale wellness facilities with a Michelin-starred dining program
• Type of traveler who will love this hotel: Culinary aficionados, wellness wanderers
• Price: From $790

On Istanbul’s Golden Horn, Aliée Istanbul occupies restored dockyard buildings in the historic Tersane district. The 122 rooms and suites range from stone-walled spaces with soaring ceilings to garden-facing accommodations, all with access to the hotel’s shorefront Swim Club, which features a lagoon pool, Olympic lap pool, and waterfront lawns. The wellness offering is ambitious: Aliée Well⁺ spans 4,000 square meters and includes marble hammams, a Russian banya, cold plunges, cryotherapy, oxygen therapy, and a Longevity Clinic offering genetic and microbiome analysis. The six dining venues include Taste by three-Michelin-starred German chef Thomas Bühner; a Belle Époque–inspired cabaret supper club; a waterfront pizzeria with a copper oven; and a tea lounge serving rare blends curated by in-house sommeliers. As part of the Paris Society portfolio, the hotel also connects guests to Istanbul through private yacht trips on the Golden Horn, market tours with chefs, and studio visits with local artists and designers.

Photo: Appellation Healdsburg

• Location: Healdsburg, California
• Why it’s notable: The flagship of Charlie Palmer’s new brand, built to showcase Sonoma’s food and wine culture
• Type of traveler who will love this hotel: Culinary aficionados, the culturally curious
• Price: From $509

In the heart of Sonoma County, Appellation Healdsburg has opened as the flagship hotel of the new brand co-founded by chef Charlie Palmer and hospitality veteran Christopher Hunsberger. The 108-room resort spans eight acres with landscaped gardens, two pools, expansive event spaces, and the Terroir Spa, which incorporates local botanicals into its treatments. Folia Bar & Kitchen showcases open-fire cooking led by Reed Palmer, a Healdsburg native with experience at Blue Hill and Stone Barns, while the rooftop pairs vineyard views with inventive small plates and cocktails. Guests can also take part in Crafted at Appellation, a year-round calendar of workshops with regional artisans, ranging from cheesemaking to botanical mixology. Guestrooms and suites — all with outdoor space — are stocked with local pantry goods and a complimentary bottle of Sonoma wine.

Photo: Casa Palma

• Location: Palm Springs, California
• Why it’s notable: A Palm Springs classic reimagined with Mediterranean design and outdoor recreation
• Type of traveler who will love this hotel: Family vacationers, wellness wanderers
• Price: From $250

Casa Palma Hotel & Bungalows, now fully open with 33 rooms, sits one mile from downtown Palm Springs on land originally developed in the 1940s as a secluded retreat by Hollywood icon Errol Flynn. The design marries mid-century modernism and Mediterranean influence — a bright white façade, bougainvillea accents, and Greco-inspired tile stairs — with interiors in seafoam and slate tones, natural wood, woven textures. The property features two pools outfitted for water volleyball and basketball, a full-size court with pickleball overlays, expansive lawns for yoga or picnics, fire pits and barbecue zones, bikes for riding into town, and a fitness center. The signature restaurant, Chiquita, serves Mediterranean-inspired dishes indoors and al fresco, with views of the San Jacinto Mountains.

Photo: Faena New York

• Location: Manhattan, New York
• Why it’s notable: Alan Faena’s long-awaited New York debut, uniting hospitality with art and performance in a landmark Chelsea tower
• Type of traveler who will love this hotel: The culturally curious, money-is-no-object travelers
• Price: From $1,550

Faena has brought its theatrical brand of hospitality to Manhattan with the opening of Faena New York, a 120-room property inside Bjarke Ingels Group’s twisting One High Line towers overlooking the Hudson River. Designed in collaboration with Peter Mikic, the interiors channel old New York glamour through bold patterns, gilded details, and large-scale artworks, including a monumental Diego Gravinese mural in the lobby. At the center of the property is La Boca, Francis Mallmann’s restaurant where Argentine fire cooking meets live performance, alongside the Living Room, a lounge and gallery space featuring a Keith Haring original. Future additions will include Tierra Santa Healing House, a 12,000-square-foot spa set to open later this year, and Faena Theater, slated for 2026. True to the brand’s identity, the property blends luxury hospitality with art, design, and performance — positioning itself as both a hotel and a cultural venue.

Rendering: IHG

• Location: Gatlinburg, Tennessee
• Why it’s notable: The only hotel in Gatlinburg with a rooftop restaurant and bar overlooking the Great Smokies
• Type of traveler who will love this hotel: Adventure enthusiasts, family vacationers
• Price: From $179

In Gatlinburg, the new Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown marks the brand’s 175th global opening with 136 rooms, an infinity-edge pool, and the tallest rooftop venue in the city. Designed by SK Ballard Contract Interiors, the design combine Art Deco elements with mountain-inspired textures and photography by East Tennessee artists. Altitude Restaurant and Rooftop Bar serves New American dishes made with locally sourced ingredients and regional craft cocktails with panoramic views of the Smokies. Other amenities include 9,300 square feet of event space, a fitness center with Peloton bikes, and dog-friendly rooms. With the park entrance just minutes away, the hotel positions itself as both a stylish base for outdoor adventure and a social hub in Gatlinburg.

Photo: Limelight Boulder/Lowfield

• Location: Boulder, Colorado
• Why it’s notable: Largest all-electric hotel in the country
• Type of traveler who will love this hotel: Adventure enthusiasts, sustainability-focused travelers
• Price: From $270

On the CU Boulder campus, Limelight Boulder has opened as the largest all-electric hotel in the US, with 252 rooms and 26,000 square feet of event space. Built to LEED Gold standards, the property was designed by WATG, with interiors by Meyer Davis and HBA San Francisco, incorporating curated art and framing views of the Flatirons and downtown. A rooftop pool with mountain panoramas, fire pits, coworking spaces, and a game room shape its communal areas, while Ajax Tavern brings Aspen’s après culture to Boulder under executive chef Jeff Gundy. The property also features Crepe Therapy Café from James Beard–honored chef Mawa McQueen. The hotel introduces brand programs such as Limelight Live, showcasing local and touring musicians, and Adventure Architects, which pairs guests with in-house experts to build custom itineraries across Boulder’s trails, food scene, and cultural highlights.

Photo: Mama Shelter Singapore

• Location: Singapore
• Why it’s notable: The first Mama Shelter in Asia, bringing the brand’s playful design and nightlife culture to Singapore
• Type of traveler who will love this hotel: Family vacationers, the culturally curious
• Price: From $190

In Singapore’s Somerset district, Mama Shelter makes its Asian debut with 115 rooms, with lively dining and entertainment at its core. The ground-floor restaurant and bar, led by chef Eugene Chan, doubles as a social hub, featuring a ceiling-spanning mural painted on-site by Parisian street artist Beniloys. Upstairs, the rooftop adds Mediterranean fare, two pools, and late-night DJ sets. Nearly half of the rooms feature terraces, and the brand’s first bunk options make it easy for families or groups. Designed by Dion & Arles, the interiors draw on Singaporean traditions with Peranakan-inspired tilework, stained glass, animal motifs, and playful textiles. Mama Shelter’s arcade games, weekly live performances, and pet-friendly atmosphere are likely to draw locals as much as visitors.

Rendering: Marriott

• Location: Reno, Nevada
• Why it’s notable: A locally owned extended-stay hotel with resort-style outdoor amenities
• Type of traveler who will love this hotel: Family vacationers, adventure enthusiasts.
• Price: From $167

At the foot of the Sierra Nevada, Residence Inn Reno South brings 128 extended-stay suites to South Reno’s growing business and entertainment district. Owned by the Pegram and Carano families, longtime figures in Nevada hospitality, the hotel sits next to the Tamarack Casino and is within easy reach of Lake Tahoe, Mt. Rose Ski Resort, and downtown Reno. Each suite includes a full kitchen and living area, with connecting options available for families. Guests have access to a heated pool and whirlpool with mountain views, practice on the putting green, or gather at the outdoor firepits. A Peloton-equipped fitness center, 24-hour laundry, and complimentary breakfast round out the amenities.

Photo: Sir Hotels

• Location: London, England
• Why it’s notable: Sir Hotels’ first London property, set in a restored 17th-century textile warehouse in Devonshire Square
• Type of traveler who will love this hotel: The culturally curious
• Price: From $290

The Amsterdam-based Sir Hotels group has chosen a 17th-century warehouse in East London’s Devonshire Square for its first London address. Interiors by Maison 191 draw on Bauhaus geometry, the textile work of Anni Albers, and mid-century architects Quincy Jones and John Lautner, with terracotta tiling, arched windows, and custom-designed furniture in deep blue, green, and earthy tones. Rooms overlook Devonshire Square and the city skyline, offering a quiet retreat above one of London’s liveliest districts. A rotating gallery wall in the lobby highlights emerging artists, while the Sir Shop features pieces by local makers. The all-day brasserie serves seasonal plates, with a flagship restaurant and private members club, The Cover, still to come.

Photo: Skaneateles Fields Resort & Spa

• Location: Skaneateles, New York
• Why it’s notable: A wellness-focused resort with a strong culinary pedigree in the Finger Lakes
• Type of traveler who will love this hotel: Culinary aficionados, wellness wanderers
• Price: From $199

In New York’s Finger Lakes, Skaneateles Fields Resort & Spa offers 89 rooms and suites on 100 acres. Amenities include a year-round outdoor pool, an indoor pool, saunas, pickleball and bocce courts, a nine-hole executive putting green, fire pits, and miles of trails. A shuttle also runs to the village of Skaneateles. The property’s signature restaurant, Fields, is led by executive chef Esperanza Guzman in partnership with the nearby Tap Root Fields farm. The bar program is overseen by William Elliott — the James Beard Award–winning bar director behind Brooklyn’s Maison Premiere — whose latest project, Tigre, has drawn national buzz. The result is a resort that fuses serious wellness — including a salt chamber, hot–cold plunges, a yoga studio, and full spa — with a strong culinary perspective, all backed by Curio Collection by Hilton perks.

Photo: Rosewood

• Location: London, England
• Why it’s notable: One of the year’s most anticipated UK hotel openings
• Type of traveler who will love this hotel: Luxury travelers, the culturally curious
• Price: From £1,200

The hottest reservation in London this year, The Chancery Rosewood has reopened Eero Saarinen’s 1960 former US Embassy as a 144-suite hotel after a seven-year, billion-pound transformation led by Sir David Chipperfield with interiors by Joseph Dirand. Its dining program spans eight venues, including the first European Carbone, TOBI MASA by Masayoshi Takayama, and Eagle Bar, a seventh-floor terrace overlooking Mayfair. The subterranean Asaya Spa includes a 25-meter pool, sauna, steam room, and the Taktouk Clinic, led by London dermatologist Dr. Wassim Taktouk. An art collection of more than 700 works, with commissions by Christopher Le Brun and Anthony Grace, underlines the property’s ambition as a new cultural landmark for the capital.

Photo: Hilton

• Location: New York City, New York
• Why it’s notable: Iconic landmark reopens after an eight-year, $2 billion restoration
• Type of traveler who will love this hotel: Luxury travelers, the culturally curious
• Price: From $1,600

The Waldorf Astoria New York — “the greatest of them all,” in Conrad Hilton’s words — has reopened after an eight-year, $2 billion restoration that transformed the 1931 Art Deco tower into 375 of Manhattan’s largest guest rooms and suites, along with 372 private residences. Architecture firm SOM and designer Pierre-Yves Rochon oversaw the meticulous preservation and restoration of landmark interiors. Guests can now book the hotel’s three dining venues: Lex Yard, a brasserie from Chef Michael Anthony; Yoshoku, a Japanese concept with a kaiseki-style tasting menu; and the revived Peacock Alley. Other highlights include the Guerlain Spa (opening soon), 43,000 square feet of restored event space including the Grand Ballroom, and a discreet porte-cochère entrance on 49th Street — the only one of its kind in Manhattan.