COMO Hotels and Resorts reintroduces one of the French Riviera’s most storied addresses with the opening of COMO Le Beauvallon. Once a celebrated Belle Époque palace, the 42-room landmark has been meticulously reimagined as a refined Riviera sanctuary—where historic grandeur, considered design and thoughtful gastronomy converge in effortless harmony.
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.
Patmos Aktis, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa will reopen on 22 May following a full renovation and repositioning, completing a multi-year transformation that firmly establishes it as the only luxury beachfront resort on Patmos.
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.
Following a €10 million comprehensive renovation, the iconic hotel unveils a new bleisure concept that blends Meliá’s resort DNA with the vibrant energy of the Spanish capital.
Renovation introduces striking new design, delectable dining and dynamic social spaces
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.
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.
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.
The Leonardo Köln is welcoming guests again with immediate effect after three months of renovation works. Extensively remodelled rooms and bathrooms, revamped public areas and upgraded conference rooms will all ensure that both business travellers and city break visitors feel equally at ease.
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.
Locanda La Raia, the biodynamic winery and boutique hotel in Piedmont, Italy, has officially reopened, welcoming guests back for a new season in the rolling hills of Gavi, in Lower Piedmont. Set within the biodynamic 200-hectare estate of La Raia, where vineyards, woods, lakes, gardens and farmland form a singular ecosystem, the reopening marks a new chapter for the estate’s hospitality offering with the expansion of Borgo de La Raia: an ancient rural hamlet carefully restored in 2024 into a space for hospitality, and now further developed with the addition of two new apartments, Ape Regina and La Villa, introducing a more residential style of stay.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Hotel Riu Palace Nautilus, located in Torremolinos, Andalusia, has just reopened following a complete renovation. The hotel has been upgraded to the premium category of the chain, RIU Palace, and represents the arrival of the first RIU establishment of this superior standard on the peninsula. Following the extensive renovation, the hotel features a new restaurant, improved sea views, and an elegant and bright design throughout all its areas.
Set within the rolling vineyards and forests of Kakheti, Lopota Lake Resort & Spa, a 60-hectares family owned resort, has unveiled a newly completed reception and reimagined gift shop designed by Georgian architect Lado Lomitashvili, founder of Studio Gypsandconcrete, marking the latest chapter in the resort’s ongoing architectural evolution.