The NoMad Hotel, Los Angeles
Launch date: January 21, 2018
The West Coast outpost of New York’s hotspot NoMad is set to open its doors in Downtown LA. Extending the spirit of the original vibrant property, the new hotel resides in the historical Giannini Building with 241 rooms and suites, 10,000 square feet of meeting and event space, including a rooftop pool and gathering space overlooking the city of stars. The new NoMad hotel also boasts the first restaurants and bars outside of Manhattan by in-demand Chef Daniel Humm and restaurateur Will Guidara, the power duo behind one of the “World’s 50 Best” restaurants.
Raffles Europejski, Warsaw
Launch date: Early 2018
Situated along the Royal Route next to the Presidential Palace in Old Town, the historic building has been an icon since its inception. Through its thoughtful restoration project, rich blend of Polish heritage, skilled local craftsmanship and contemporary art on display, the Raffles Europejski Warsaw reflects the narrative of the nation’s history. The property will feature 106 elegant suites featuring carefully curated Polish art by Anda Rottenberg and Barbara Piwowarska; a restaurant showcasing Poland’s rich produce and cuisine; a bar and cigar lounge; a pâtisserie that evokes the hotel’s fascinating story; as well as a spa featuring six treatment rooms.
Hotel Lutetia, Paris
Launch date: Spring 2018
The iconic landmark situated in the vibrant St.Germain des-Pres area of Paris came to being in 1910 when the building was a daring move from art nouveau to the emerging style of art deco. The hotel with a fabled past quickly became a place where pioneers and connoisseurs of art, philosophy, science and politics continually gathered, including Ernest Hemingway, James Joyce, Picasso, Matisse and Josephine Baker. After a massive facelift, the modern grand hotel designed is an ideal contemporary haven with all the facilities and amenities of today’s palace hotels. Amongst the 184 beautifully designed bedrooms, will be 47 suites. Of these suites, five signature suites, individually designed, will include two penthouse suites with private access to terraces as large as 70 sqm and boasting an unrivalled 360-degree view of Paris. Under the supervision of three Michelin starred chef Gerald Passedat, the hotel houses an eclectic mix of restaurants and bars along with a grand historic Salon Cristal ballroom for up to 300 people and the Akasha Holistic Wellbeing Centre.
The Langley, Buckinghamshire
Launch date: June 2018
The third Duke of Marlborough’s old hunting lodge is set to be the new gem on the luxury hotel landscape of the English countryside. Opening in the summer, the grade II listed mansion sprawling across 500 acres will have 41 rooms plus a vast spa and fitness centre, with programmes set by the celebrity personal fitness trainer, Matt Roberts, ideal for those looking to tone up before a big celebration- either in the 18th-century gardens by Capability Brown or the expansive outdoor gardens and parklands, including an English Heritage listed Lebanon cedar tree abundant in natural beauty. The luxury hotel and spa set in the heart of the Buckinghamshire is a sister hotel to The Wellesley Knightsbridge, London’s finest boutique-grand hotel and offers the same level of luxury and exclusivity but with its own unique character.
Zadún, the Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Los Cabos
Launch date: Spring 2018
The name Zadún – dunas in Spanish – is inspired by the unique topography and dunes of the region San José del Cabo with panoramic views of the Sea of Cortez. These rare estates draw inspiration from their regional native cultures and offer a highly personal connection between guests and the location, an experience very signature to the Ritz Carlton Reserves. The striking design of Zadún, celebrates the meeting point of the desert and the sea exuding a true sense of the rich coast. The property features 115 elegantly designed suites and villas, many with their own private plunge pools. The Reserve also features a collection of Ritz-Carlton Reserve Residences.
Anantara Tozeur Resort, Tunisia
Launch date: June 2018
Some might remember the exquisite Saharan setting for this stunning new-build property from the original Star Wars movie. The new luxury retreat epitomizes Anantara’s essence of authentic luxury – from its exquisite design to rich indigenous experiences, set in the splendid southwest Tunisian city of Tozeur. All the 93 guest rooms, villas and pool villas are designed for romance and quality time with family and friends – complemented by inspirational facilities. Guests can savour the rich flavours of the destination, or broaden their culinary horizons with exotic Thai cuisine. A luxury spa assures opulent pampering with six massage rooms and lavish ballroom events and wedding are catered to by the brand’s award winning tailored services.
One&Only Gorilla’s Nest, Rwanda
Launch date: mid-2018
Cushioned in the foothills of the breathtaking Virunga Volcano Range, One&Only Gorilla’s Nest makes the magical possible as you enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime, personal encounter with the rare and majestic mountain gorilla, roaming free in its own natural habitat. Not only do visitors get an exclusive front-row seat to one of Africa’s oldest national parks, the spectacular modern haven will strive to follow the brand’s successful Wolgan Valley property in achieving carbon-neutral certifications by CarbonZero and compliment state-of-the art spa treatments and cuisine with traditional African elements.
The Abu Dhabi EDITION
Launch date: late 2018
Promising “high octane glamour”, the long-awaited Abu Dhabi Edition is expected to open between October and December this year, with 257 rooms. As a part of the luxury lifestyle brand partnership between Ian Schrager and Marriott International, the lavish property is an ideal new addition to the booming hospitality landscape. The Edition also features 57 exclusive residences, with two signature restaurants and a three-storey nightclub. A staggering space of 107,000sqft has been dedicated to creating a state-of-the-art meeting and event space, including meeting studios, ballrooms and boardrooms.
W Amman
Launch date: January 2018
Amman’s illustrious new downtown, the Abdali district, is now home to Starwood’s first W Hotel in Jordan, offering a vibrant urban retreat for both business and leisure guests. The brand new property features 280 guest rooms and suites, a number of signature beverage and food outlets, in addition to a multitude of extraordinary W amenities. From a design perspective, the building’s unique organisation and expression are inspired by the rock formations of the famous Nabatean city of Petra. The journey of guests through the building, including all entertainment, food and beverage experiences, is based on breath-taking shard and canyon-like structures found naturally in the region.
Baglioni Resort, Maldives
Launch date: March 2018
The first ever outpost of the Italian-owned Baglioni chain, offers comprehensive luxury teamed with elegant European style and mouth-watering gourmet dining. The 96-villa resort is a 40 min seaplane ride away from Male airport, and hosts a deluxe array of natural treatments in a lush, tropical setting within the island of Maagau in Dhaalu atoll. Meanwhile, beach volleyball, the beach gym and a range of watersports will keep the more active guests entertained.
