La Citadelle Vauban of Belle-Île-en-Mer, one of the most remarkable heritage landmarks along the French coastline and a true emblem of the island, will become the first Emblems Collection property in France, joining Accor's newly launched ultra-luxury boutique hotel collection.
Hotel MOTTO, a boutique art and design hotel located in the heart of Vienna in its creative 6th district, has unveiled eight individually designed ART DELUXE Rooms, transforming the traditional hotel stay into an immersive artistic experience.
Mandarin Oriental is delighted to announce the upcoming opening of Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra, Mallorca on 1 June 2026. Located in Calvià near the elegant Puerto Portals, the resort offers captivating Mediterranean views, framed by Aleppo pines and the dramatic coastline. The stunning new property features 131 stylishly appointed rooms and suites, an array of innovative restaurants and bars, a signature wellness sanctuary, extensive leisure facilities and curated guest experiences.
Radisson Hotel Group is excited to announce the opening of Radisson Hotel Amsterdam Schiphol Airport Hoofddorp, a 281-room contemporary hotel that offers guests a perfect blend of comfort, convenience and Scandinavian-inspired design. Strategically located in the heart of Beukenhorst Business Park, the hotel provides easy access to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, Hoofddorp’s business district and key transport links, while also serving as a practical base for exploring Amsterdam and the surrounding region.
Corinthia Hotels has announced a new development in Italy with the signing of an agreement to develop, lease and operate a luxury resort, Borgo di Perolla, Tuscany.
Award-winning hospitality brand The Usual is set to open its first hotel in Florence in Q1 2027. Renowned for blending ESG values with bold design, creativity, and lifestyle, this will be the brand’s third European property, and their first step outside of the Benelux. True to its vision, The Usual is once again selecting a location with character, history, and a creative future. Where Heritage Meets Creative Energy
Glenapp Castle, the 21-bedroom Relais & Châteaux hotel located on Scotland’s southwest coast, will launch The Nest - a new standalone suite on 1 July 2026. The development strengthens the castle’s growth strategy by targeting the rising demand for private, wellness-led accommodation and longer-stay luxury travel.
Thackeray Group has opened onefifty fenchurch, a 33-apartment independent luxury aparthotel in the City of London, operated by Vertiq Hospitality Partners. The property marks the Group’s entry into the hospitality sector and caters to growing interest in high-end extended stays within the Square Mile.
Orient Express proudly unveils Orient Express Venezia at Palazzo Donà Giovannelli, the extraordinary rebirth of the 15th century architectural jewel, owned by Arsenale Group, reimagined by architect and interior designer Aline Asmar d’Amman as a hotel, for the first time in nearly six centuries. A new icon in the brand’s constellation of ultra-luxury travel experiences, the hotel invites guests into a world where Venetian history, contemporary artistry and the legendary spirit of the Orient Express art of travel converge in perfect harmony. Once a celebrated crossroad on the legendary route from Paris to Istanbul, Venice reclaims its role as a theatrical gateway for the Orient Express world of luxury travel.
Punta Tragara, part of the Manfredi Fine Hotels Collection, the iconic luxury boutique hotel overlooking the Faraglioni rocks and Marina Piccola Bay, open the season 2026 with a new suit and the refurbished Michelin-starred restaurant.
Bob W, the tech-powered hospitality operator, has signed a long-term lease agreement for a flagship city centre property in Munich, further strengthening its presence in Germany following a series of recent deals across the country.
On Friday, 27 March, Van der Valk Hotel Zwolle, part of Valk Exclusief, officially opens its new luxury wellness facilities. The wellness forms part of a major expansion project that has now been completed after two years. In addition to the new wellness, the hotel has added a second restaurant, six meeting rooms, and extra workspace for employees.
Reopening 8 April 2026, Sandblu Santorini returns as LXR Hotels & Resorts’ first retreat in Greece. A sanctuary above Kamari’s black-sand shoreline designed for travellers drawn to discovery, design, and deeply personal service, each of the hotel’s 66 rooms, suites, and villas channels the island’s Cycladic heritage, artfully styled to mirror the volcanic landscape and the ever-changing light of the Aegean.
Precise Resort Tenerife has just opened in Puerto de la Cruz following a two-year, €10 million renovation. Set on a cliff above the Atlantic and surrounded by 40,000 m² of botanical gardens, the 4-star resort is a refined and accessible oceanfront retreat on the island’s unspoiled northern coast. This arrival marks the latest addition to Precise Hotels & Resorts by founder Ron Ben Haim.
Hotel Excelsior Venice Lido - Venice's only luxury beachfront hotel and one of the most storied addresses in European hospitality is set to unveil its most significant transformation in recent history. Reopening on May 5, 2026, the landmark Moorish-inspired property on Lido Island will introduce a restored Palm Court, a new signature terrace restaurant, and the first wave of redesigned guest rooms, marking a defining new chapter for a hotel that has welcomed kings, world leaders and Hollywood royalty to its Adriatic shores since 1908.
Leonardo Limited Edition UK Hotels is delighted to announce a new era as Hotel Gotham becomes The Rex, a rebrand that signals a bold evolution for one of Manchester’s most iconic addresses. As the city’s most assured and discerning destination, The Rex, a luxury boutique hotel and private members retreat defined by discretion and indulgence will begin its next chapter as of 23rd April. Crowning King Street in the heart of Manchester, a place that has quietly played host to society’s most influential figures for decades, the 60-room hotel spanning 7 floors with striking city views will continue to celebrate its historic grandeur but introduce a modern style.
Today, Hard Rock International announces reservations are now open to bookings for July 2026 and onward at the highly anticipated Hard Rock Hotel Malta, a bold new Mediterranean destination.
Opening April 2026, Dun Aluinn, the acclaimed nine-bedroom Highland property overlooking Aberfeldy and the Tay Valley, will unveil a remarkable transformation and officially open as a fully staffed luxury hotel welcoming individual room bookings for the first time. This April marks a significant evolution for Dun Aluinn: independent travelers can now book and experience its rare “private house” atmosphere. This transition responds to a growing demand for intimate, design-led stays that deliver the warmth of a country home with the polish and service standards of a world-class hotel.
LENSCAPE Coterie marks the first chapter of the COTERIE Collection, a new brand of boutique hotels celebrating lifestyle, signature design, and cultural curation within a community setting. Located in Largo Actor Dias, next to the Fernandina Wall, in the heart of Porto, this new contemporary five-star hotel builds its narrative around photography with Portugal in every corner.
As Crete continues to emerge as one of the Mediterranean’s most compelling luxury destinations, JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa, the luxury seafront resort which launched in 2025, will reopen for the summer season on April 15, welcoming guests to a serene coastal retreat where architecture, nature and understated hospitality come together above the island’s dramatic shoreline near Chania.