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Villa San Michele, a Belmond Hotel, Florence, Reopens: The Legendary Renaissance Retreat Returns, Ushering in a New Era of Slow Luxury and Mindful Living

Perched high in the Fiesole hills, overlooking Florence in all its splendour, Villa San Michele, A Belmond Hotel, reopened on 28 April 2026 following a meticulous 18-month renovation. Once a Renaissance convent, the legendary retreat — renowned for its Michelangelo-inspired façade, terraced gardens and one-of-a-kind sweeping views — begins a new chapter as a destination for wellbeing and reconnection.

Belmond
Fiesole, Italy
Opening

The Luxury Collection Debuts on Rhodes with the Opening of Amoh, a Luxury Collection Resort, Rhodes

The Luxury Collection announces the opening of Amoh, a Luxury Collection Resort, Rhodes, marking the brand's arrival on the storied Greek island. Poised above the Mediterranean Sea, Amoh, a Luxury Collection Resort, Rhodes welcomes global explorers to a destination shaped by epicurean experiences, wellness, and cultural immersion. Set along Kavos Beach in Pefki, just moments from the ancient town of Lindos, the hotel emerges from a landscape where layers of history are etched into the coastline, bordered by a Hellenistic-Roman limestone quarry that anchors the resort in its archaeological past. The hotel's design, curated by the award-winning London design firm Studio Lost, is deeply informed by Greece's enduring stonework traditions and artisanal craftsmanship, as well as its ever-changing movement of the surrounding sea.  A restrained palette of minerals and tactile materials unfolds throughout the resort, while sculptural stone elements and artworks sourced from the nearby ancient quarry offer a quiet homage to the island's heritage.

The Luxury Collection
Pefki, Greece
Renovation

A New Era Begins at Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today unveils the reimagined Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus, marking a bold step forward for Istanbul’s most iconic hotel overlooking the Bosphorus. As the longest serving Hilton hotel outside of the Americas, the hotel’s transformation reflects how Hilton is redefining hospitality for today’s traveller and builds on seven decades of history as Istanbul’s original international host.

Hilton
Turkey
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FERGUS Group Strengthens its Presence in Mallorca with the Addition of Hotel Eolo, Reopening as tent Eolo in Spring 2027

FERGUS Group, the Spanish company specialising in hotel repositioning, continues to strengthen its presence in Mallorca with the addition of Hotel Eolo, located in the iconic Puerto Pollença. The 50-room property will join tent Hotels, the Group’s most innovative concept, which now reaches 10 properties across Spain. This latest addition reflects FERGUS Group’s successful repositioning model, transforming high-potential assets into distinctive hospitality concepts aligned with evolving travel trends. The hotel will operate throughout 2026 under the Affiliated by FERGUS model, before reopening in spring 2027 as tent Eolo, following a full repositioning to bring it in line with the tent signature concept and standards. 

tent Hotels
Port de Pollença, Spain
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Minor Hotels Announces Colbert Collection in London

Minor Hotels, a leading global hotel owner and operator, announces its first Colbert Collection property in the UK: The WestDill Mayfair Hotel London, Colbert Collection will open in London in Q4 this year. This announcement represents a key strategic step for Minor Hotels to launch a hotel at the heart of this global gateway city.  Colbert Collection, the group’s new premium soft brand, will encompass a global collection of independent hotels designed for those fuelled by a passion for culinary excellence and genuine social connection. 

Colbert Collection
London, United Kingdom
Renovation

Thompson Madrid Debuts New Culinary Concepts and a Transformed Surrounding Plaza at the Heart of the City

Thompson Madrid today announces a significant expansion with the completion of the surrounding plaza and the opening of three new restaurants. Since its debut, Thompson Madrid has set a standard for design-forward hospitality in the capital. Now, following a transformative evolution of both its city surroundings and its culinary program, the property is reintroducing itself as a destination for travelers who appreciate classics delivered with refined sensibility, distinctive style, and a deep connection to the culture of the city.

Thompson
Madrid, Spain
Renovation

Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane Unveils Newly Renovated Suites This May

On May 1, 2026, Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane will unveil 14 newly renovated suites, marking a refined new chapter for this iconic Mayfair address. Blending timeless sophistication with the energy of modern London, the reimagined collection features bespoke detailing, rich textures, and subtle Art Deco influences, honouring the hotel’s heritage while embracing a contemporary sense of style and place. The collection includes Deluxe Suites, Park Suites, and Grand Suites, alongside a Royal Terrace Suite, Presidential Suite, and Garden Suite.

Four Seasons
London, United Kingdom
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lyf to Bring Social Living to Manchester

The Ascott Limited (Ascott), the wholly owned lodging business unit of CapitaLand Investment (CLI), in partnership with S Hotels & Resorts PCL, a Thailand-listed company and subsidiary of Singha Estate PCL, is pleased to announce the upcoming launch of lyf Piccadilly Manchester, marking the arrival of its experience-led social living brand in one of the UK’s most vibrant cities. Located on Portland Street overlooking Piccadilly Gardens, the property is currently undergoing a comprehensive transformation and is planned to officially launch by Autumn 2026.

LYF
Manchester, United Kingdom
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Hotel Byblos, Saint-Tropez Announces News for the 2026 Season

Hotel Byblos, part of family-owned Floirat Signatures, will reopen for the season on April 22, 2026. In keeping with the hotel's unique design in the heart of Saint-Tropez, it has appointed acclaimed architect Laura Gonzalez and designer Wanda Jelmini to renovate eight suites and four rooms respectively. The hotel will also introduce a new fitness centre, fitted with state-of-the-art equipment from Technogym, two new treatments at Byblos Spa by Sisley; as well as a new exclusive collection of curated items on Hotel Byblos' e-boutique, and a new on-site boutique located in the heart of the hotel.

Floirat Signatures
Saint-Tropez, France
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The Monteleone Now Open in Rural Umbria

The Monteleone, a new boutique hotel located on the border of rural Umbria and Tuscany has officially opened its doors. Set among the rolling hills of Monteleone d’Orvieto, one of Italy’s most evocative hilltop villages, framed by medieval walls, olive groves and verdant countryside, the 17-room retreat promises intentional slow living, offering a timeless sanctuary rooted in its surroundings, where guests are invited to pause and rediscover the beauty of simplicity.

The Monteleone
Monteleone d'Orvieto, Italy
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Kilchoan Estate by Dunton to Open in the Scottish Highlands in June 2026

Dunton proudly announces the opening of Kilchoan Estate June 2026, the brand’s first European property and a landmark addition to its portfolio of intimate retreats. Set across 13,000 acres of private wilderness between Loch Nevis and Loch Hourn, Kilchoan Estate by Dunton offers rare year-round access to one of the most remote and unspoiled corners of the Scottish Highlands, reachable only by boat or on foot.

Dunton
Mallaig, United Kingdom
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BLESS Collection Hotels Expands With New Luxury Opening at The Site Ibiza

Palladium Hotel Group's new and ambitious hotel project at The Site Ibiza will be developed under BLESS Collection Hotels brand. With the addition of this brand to a destination already emerging as an aspirational benchmark of the European summer, the hotel group introduces a refined and sophisticated proposal within a versatile and innovative environment. Ibiza has become an increasingly sought-after destination for U.S. travelers as the island evolves beyond its nightlife reputation into a hub for luxury hospitality, gastronomy, and cultural experiences. As American visitation to Spain continues to grow, brands like BLESS Collection Hotels are helping redefine Ibiza as a sophisticated Mediterranean destination for high-end, experience-driven travel.

BLESS Collection Hotels
Platja den Bossa, Spain
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A star is reborn: Sofitel London St James debuts its reimagined flagship suites by Pierre Yves Rochon

Sofitel London St James enters a new chapter rooted in the brand's Cultural Link and unmistakable French Zest, with the complete reinvention of its six signature suites by Paris-based interior architecture studio Pierre-Yves Rochon (PYR). Celebrating Sofitel's heritage as a bridge between French art de vivre and local culture, the renovation reflects a refined dialogue between Parisian elegance and London's 1970s creative spirit. ​

Sofitel
London, United Kingdom