The Balmoral has unveiled a new collection of private event spaces inspired by three of Scotland's most celebrated literary icons, designed to transform celebrations, private dining and corporate entertaining into distinctive story-led experiences.
La Serena Hotel Forte dei Marmi, set between the Apuan Alps and the sparkling Mediterranean on Tuscany’s riviera, has recently completed a multi-year transformation that transcends the traditional hotel renovation. Since its debut as a five-star property, ownership has refined every element of guest experience, reducing room inventory from 30 to 21 spacious accommodations and reimagining the entire property as a private Tuscan villa rather than a conventional hotel. This continued evolution has introduced the new Lumarea restaurant and chef, refreshed gardens and fitness facilities, and layered the interiors with carefully curated furnishings from celebrated European design houses including Poltrona Frau, Gervasoni, Paola Lenti, and Minotti, complemented by distinguished Italian details such as Frette linens and Culti amenities. The result represents a thoughtful expression of quiet luxury rooted in authentic Italian craftsmanship.
Admiral Hotel Copenhagen has unveiled a new outdoor pool and relaxation area, marking the completion of the $20 million investment that has elevated one of Copenhagen's most iconic waterfront hotels. Occupying a restored 1787 warehouse overlooking Copenhagen Harbor, Amalienborg Palace, and the Royal Danish Opera House, the landmark property has undergone a carefully phased renewal between January 2024 and July 2026.
Grecotel, Greece’s leading family-owned hospitality group, announces the completion of an extensive resort-wide restoration, revealing an entirely reimagined Cape Sounio, the Riviera sister to the much-celebrated, multi-award-winning city hotel The Dolli in Athens. Set upon a living archaeological site on the southernmost tip of the Attica peninsula on the Athens Riviera, guests at Cape Sounio have the unique opportunity to stay in a destination where ancient heritage, untouched nature and contemporary luxury exist in perfect harmony.
The Norfolk resort completes an exciting transformation, from refreshed bedrooms and a new stylish holiday retreat for groups to a stunning event terrace and spa lounge, as it sets its sights on growth within the leisure, weddings and corporate market.
The Fitzwilliam, Dublin, a cornerstone of premium Irish hospitality for nearly three decades, has entered a sophisticated new era with the completion of a sweeping, top-to-bottom renovation. The independent five-star property is welcoming discerning global guests with completely transformed interiors and highly tailored programming designed to anchor visitors in the local culture while serving as a gateway to the broader Irish landscape
Dorchester Collection announces one of the most significant investments in the history of Hotel Principe di Savoia, with an extensive restoration that will celebrate everything that has made it so admired while preparing this beloved Milanese address for its next century. The project represents a powerful expression of confidence in Milan and its future.
Monogram Collective announces the re-opening of the highly anticipated third hotel to its portfolio, The Vineyard in Berkshire. Re-opening its doors at the end of 2026, following an extensive multi-million pound renovation, The Vineyard has been imbued with a renewed spirit under Monogram Collective, with a timeless invitation for guests to gather, savour, and celebrate. Transformed as a contemporary countryside retreat, the property enters a new era where revelry becomes ritual and every occasion is an opportunity to raise a glass.
A piece of hotel history is set to return. The Badischer Hof in Baden-Baden will reopen for business today and start to welcome guests again. The hotel, which is able to look back on a rich tradition, will commence operations under the Leonardo Hotels name as part of the Leonardo Limited Edition brand, a carefully curated collection of individual hotels characterised by their history and character and by their link to the respective destination.
St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel has unveiled an elevated new chapter, marking the final stage of a multi-year transformation across the hotel and its sister property, Taj 51 Buckingham Gate Suites and Residences.
Located in the heart of the 7th district of Paris, just a stone's throw from the Champ de Mars and the Eiffel Tower, Hotel La Bourdonnais and its bar, Minuit Express, make the perfect starting point for a Parisian adventure. Fully renovated in the spring of 2026, this 4-star boutique hotel, part of the Inwood Hotels collection, boasts a prime location, just a few minutes away on foot from the most beautiful monuments the capital has to offer. Its elegant interiors, inspired by the golden age of explorers, offer a refined interlude at the heart of a vibrant and ever-changing Paris.
THDP has completed the interior redesign of the guestrooms and public areas of Porta Rossa Hotel Firenze Colbert Collection, one of Florence’s oldest and most historically significant hotels. The project redefines the guest experience through a sensitive and layered approach that enhances the building’s architectural and cultural legacy while introducing a contemporary language of understated elegance.
Hapimag AG, a leading provider of holiday apartments across Europe, has made one of its most popular properties on Sylt fit for the future. After around one and a half years of construction, the Westerland Aalborg resort presents itself as a modern retreat that masterfully combines tradition with contemporary style. Since 11 June 2026, the property, located in immediate proximity to the beach promenade and Brandenburger Strand, has been combining ecological efficiency with barrier-free comfort.
Finca La Bobadilla, the iconic 73-room luxury estate set on a magnificent 350-hectare private landscape in the Sierra de Loja, is now open following a meticulous design-led renovation by Único Hotels.
The St. Regis London is set to debut in the heart of Mayfair this autumn, bringing the storied legacy of St. Regis Hotels & Resorts to one of London's most coveted addresses. Following a full renovation, the hotel occupies a landmark position at the intersection of Bond Street and Conduit Street, on the doorstep of the city's most distinguished fashion, art and cultural destinations.
Luxury Family Hotels is delighted to announce the grand opening of The Ickworth in Suffolk, following a full renovation by StudioJill. The Ickworth’s full refurbishment includes all bedrooms, public areas, wellness facilities and restaurants, celebrating a new lease of life for the historic and esteemed Grade 1 listed Italianate house. Set within 1,800 acres of Suffolk countryside and just under two hours from London, The Ickworth is the latest jewel in the Luxury Family Hotels crown.
Nestled on the slopes of the Berici hills, Hotel Villa Michelangelo Vicenza – Starhotels Collezione has long been a peaceful retreat for travelers seeking authentic hospitality just minutes from the historic center of Vicenza. Today, following an ambitious renovation of all rooms and suites, the property introduces a refreshed visual identity rooted in the value of Italian craftsmanship and a concept of luxury defined by subtle yet unforgettable details. The restyling was led by interior designer Carlotta Oddone, whose vision is built on a few key principles: uniqueness, a renewed concept of luxury in high-end hospitality, and the celebration of the “invisible details” of fine craftsmanship - elements that quietly transform each space into a lived experience. Originally built in the 18th century as a Palladian-style country residence for the Tomi family, a long-established local family, the villa passed through several noble owners before becoming a hotel in the late 1970s. Today, with its exposed beam ceilings, traditional Venetian terrazzo floors, and a five-hectare park dotted with centuries-old trees and olive groves, the property embodies the spirit of a living historic home - at the heart of Starhotels Collezione philosophy. The redesign draws inspiration from the surrounding Vicenza landscape, balancing two distinct visual themes: the organic, evocative nature of floral motifs and the structured rhythm of geometric stripes, which introduce a contemporary edge. Each of the 52 rooms and suites has been conceived as a unique space, while maintaining a cohesive color palette: each room is entirely one of a kind. Colors and custom-designed textiles play a central narrative role. Fabrics, specially printed on velvet from Oddone’s Rosemarie and Stripes collections, are used across furnishings and serve as a unifying thread throughout the project in its various colorways. Headboards, lamps, seating, and trims share recognizable forms and moods, yet are expressed through ever-changing combinations and tones. In line with Starhotels’ philosophy, the renovation places strong emphasis on local craftsmanship, bringing together artisans from Vicenza with trusted Piedmont-based makers as part of the Group’s contemporary patronage project La Grande Bellezza – The Dream Factory. Tappezzeria Bruscato, located just a short distance from the hotel, handled the production and installation of curtains and headboards, while Vicenza-based artist Giorgio Bertoldo created the wall decorations. Select original furnishings from the villa have also been restored and reintegrated, reinforcing a sense of continuity with the property’s history.
Luxury Family Hotels is proud to announce the completion of a multi-phase restoration of Woolley Grange, the beloved Jacobean manor located 20 minutes drive from Bath. Following the initial refurbishment completed in October 2025, this final milestone sees the unveiling of the redesigned Walled Garden and the much anticipated Walled Garden Rooms, in addition to the debut of the property’s redesigned outdoor swimming pool.
Mandarin Oriental, Lago di Como is delighted to announce its reopening for the season with a redesigned restaurant, new signature spa treatments and La Primavera in Lake Como accommodation package.
The redevelopment of the iconic Hotel van Oranje on Koningin Wilhelminaboulevard in Noordwijk aan Zee, in the Netherlands, is now underway. Following the start of construction on Residences van Oranje in January, work has now also begun on the large-scale renovation and extension of the five-star hotel.