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The 17 New Hotels You Should Visit in 2026—From Tuscany to Tanzania

They’re design decadence at its best

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As obvious as it sounds, the best new hotels opening in 2026 are all about getting away…no, really getting away. That means checking into a former factory in upstate New York, retreating to a far-flung private island, crawling beneath the sheets in the jungles of the Riviera Maya, or venturing down to the tip of Chile to catch some z’s in the world’s southernmost hotel. Even the one hotel on this list that’s in LA—one of the buzziest cities in the world—is in a former church and has big plans to get you to read more during a visit. And because this is AD, each one also packs a serious design punch—forget Pinterest, you can get all your decor inspo here. So pack your bags and bring an appreciation for remote R & R to this year’s crop of creative new hotels.

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1/17
Hotel Lucile (Los Angeles, California)
It only makes sense that one of the most-anticipated boutique hotels in the City of Angels is located in a reimagined church. Hotel Lucille, opening this spring, transforms the 1931 spiritual space into a 25-room stay set to maintain a strong sense of community. Expect an immersive art gallery with rotating exhibitions, author salons, and a book club in partnership with beloved local bookstore Skylight Books. And, of course, because it is a church, all the cultural programming will be set against a backdrop of arched windows, stained glass, and vintage furnishings.
Photo: Adrian Gaut
2/17
Pocketbook Hudson (Hudson, New York)
Pocketbook Hudson—a combo of a 46-room hotel, restaurant, galleries, and boutique shopping—opened its doors to the public at the tail end of 2025. Just two hours north of New York City, this creative complex is set in a former pocketbook factory built in 1883. Rooms (designed by AD100 firm Charlap Hyman & Herrero) feature exposed brick, custom millwork by local studio Primary Visual, custom lamps and mirrors from Brooklyn-based Misha Kahn, and locally made toiletries by Village Common. Still to come in 2026: a bathhouse offering sublime spa treatments and movement classes.

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3/17
Hideaway Round Top (Round Top, Texas)
Calling all vintage lovers: You have a brand-new, exceptionally stylish place to bunk when you head to central Texas for the biannual Round Top Antiques Fair. Hideaway Round Top—a design-forward retreat set on 21 acres and made up of a three-bedroom farmhouse and two separate cottages—officially opened on March 1. Not only is Hideaway located within striking distance of vintage treasures, it’s also filled with them. The design, a collaboration between Studio Seiders and Sam Burch Architect, features vintage textiles and antique quilts repurposed as modern art installations.
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4/17
The Huntington Hotel (San Francisco, California)
A Bay Area icon is back. After being shuttered for years and undergoing an extensive renovation, the century-old Italian Renaissance Revival–style property reopened on March 1. Originally designed as a residential building, the Huntington became a hotel that hosted the likes of Lauren Bacall, Truman Capote, and Princess Margaret. The revamped retreat, with interiors by Ken Fulk, is likely to draw an equally glamorous crowd. It has 71 guest rooms and 72 suites, as well as a sprawling wellness destination. Guests to the hotel’s 9,000-square-foot Nob Hill Spa will descend a curving staircase to find a pool atrium decked in Moroccan-inspired latticework and flanked by a double-height fireplace.

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5/17
1 Hotel Austin (Austin, Texas)
Famous for their nature-inspired stays, 1 Hotels is set to unleash their leafy designs on the Texas capital this spring. 1 Hotel Austin will have a rooftop bar and pool, a restaurant serving sustainable cuisine, and a spa with treatments that feature local botanicals. The concept for the hotel honors the surrounding natural ecology as well as traditional Texas river houses, utilizing native stone and reclaimed wood and shrubs.
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6/17
Larch House (Whitefish, Montana)
Looking for a place to cozy up beneath a Pendleton blanket after a day of alpine adventure? Larch House, which opened earlier this year, is just minutes from Glacier National Park. The year-round retreat, designed by AD100 firm Olson Kundig, has 39 rooms, including Cabin Suites with fireplaces and Larch House Suites with unobstructed mountain views. In addition to modern alpine decor throughout the property, the hotel is home to a private art collection, including pieces by David Yarrow, Sam Reveles, and Kate Hunt. Additionally, original artwork by Madeline Boyle can be found in each room.

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7/17
Sève Chemuyil (Riviera Maya, Mexico)
Experience peak indoor-outdoor living at Sève Chemuyil, a hotel made up of nine unique lodges that are nestled in the jungle—about 20 minutes north of Tulum. Floor-to-ceiling windows, outdoor showers, private rooftop decks, and suspended terraces mean you can still soak up your lush surroundings even while kicking back at your personal lodge. Some even have their own cenotes. Sève, which gets its name from the French word for sap (another nod to nature), opens this September.
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8/17
Orient Express Venezia at Palazzo Donà Giovannelli (Venice, Italy)
Centuries-old frescoes, mosaic floors, and arrival via boat—what else would you expect from a stay at a 15th-century noble family’s home directly on the Venice canals? Orient Express Venezia is every bit as iconic as it sounds, right down to its name—the hotel sits on the original Orient Express route to Constantinople. Architect and interior designer Aline Asmar d’Amman has meticulously restored the Neogothic and Baroque property so that you can cruise in, drop your bags in a suite or apartment, and settle into la dolce vita.

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9/17
Amanvari (East Cape, Mexico)
Aman lovers have been anxiously awaiting the luxury brand’s first property in Mexico, and it finally arrives this July. Amanvari sits on the Sea of Cortez in Baja California Sur, giving guests direct access to one of the most diverse marine ecosystems on the planet. Jacques Cousteau famously called it the world’s aquarium. In addition to the sea, villas at Amanvari—there will be 18 in total—have private pools. The property will also have a spa, temazcal, yoga pavilion, and access to local organic farms.
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10/17
The Cormorant at 55° South (Puerto Williams, Chile)
When the Cormorant at 55° South opens in October, it’ll be the world’s southernmost hotel and a luxurious launch point for the last continent: Antarctica. Fittingly, Silversea, the luxury cruise company, is behind the property, so Antarctic expeditions can seamlessly start and end at the Cormorant. However, the 150-room hotel is much more than just a pitstop; it’s a destination in its own right. Local art, sweeping Patagonian views, and the opportunity to take off on guided land excursions are all part of the experience.

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11/17
Ubuyu, a Banyan Tree Escape (Ruaha National Park, Tanzania)
This safari stay proves that interesting architecture and the chance to experience mind-blowing wildlife don’t have to be mutually exclusive. At Ubuyu, a Banyan Tree Escape—which opens this May—the one-, two-, and three-bedroom villas are inspired by Maasai vernacular architecture, as well as the curves of the nearby Great Ruaha River. They’re also constructed with natural materials, including thatch, clay, timber, and muninga hardwood, and decked in bespoke furniture hand-carved by local craftspeople. Such striking surroundings are only rivaled by the sight of elephants, cheetahs, and lions that guests can encounter on a private safari.
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12/17
Chapter Chianti (Tuscany, Italy)
Mix rustic Tuscan charm with a restored 16th-century medieval village and modern Italian design and you’ll get Chapter Chianti, opening in June. The 82-room hotel, designed by Tristan Du Plessis of Studio A, is just 45 minutes from Florence. Though the interiors are more contemporary than country, the activities on offer are all about traditional Tuscan charm. Go truffle hunting, olive oil harvesting, or mountain biking. Or simply soak up the night’s sky on a star-gazing experience.

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13/17
Six Senses (London, England)
Luxe hotel brand Six Senses lands in London in March, bringing its distinctive wellness offerings to the Big Smoke. Of course there’s a spa, but there’s also a biohack recovery lounge, a flotation room, a sensory suite, cryotherapy, and the city’s first magnesium pool (a type that uses minerals to keep the water clean). Additionally, an alchemy bar—a modern-day apothecary rooted in European herbalism—offers guests personalized consultations as well as hands-on workshops using herbs, botanicals, and natural ingredients.
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14/17
The Zetter Bloomsbury (London, England)
Opening April 1, the Zetter Bloomsbury is a true design lover’s getaway. The hotel as a whole, set in a Georgian-era building, pays homage to its past residents, and each room features its own unique art and knickknacks. Of the 68 rooms, some have canopied beds and claw-foot tubs, and all are gorgeously appointed in the Zetter’s brilliantly British and subtly quirky style. Beyond the rooms, the Parlour is the place for a fireside cocktail or a mini mince pie, and the Orangery serves afternoon tea with garden views.

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15/17
Bvlgari Resort Ranfushi (Raa Atoll, Maldives)
If you need one more reason to escape to a tropical island paradise, Bvlgari has it for you. The exact opening of Bvlgari Resort Ranfushi is still TBD, but it’s slated for the end of this year. When it does roll out its white-sand welcome mat, expect beach villas with private swimming pools, overwater villas, and one signature villa on its own island. The resort will also have four restaurants, including the Chinese fine dining restaurant Bao Li Xuan.
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16/17
One&Only Moonlight Basin Resort (Big Sky, Montana)
Nestled at the edge of an untamed forest, One&Only Moonlight Basin opened at the tail end of 2025. Designed by AD100 architect Tom Kundig, the property balances nature and architecture with a deft touch. “The low-slung volumes appear to burrow into the greenery, their broad flat roofs reading as dashed lines across the verdant expanse,” AD’s Sam Cochran wrote in the January/February issue. Guests can enjoy plenty of outdoor recreation including Nordic skiing and a gondola ride as well as modern luxuries, like the stone-clad spa.

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17/17
The Carlton Milan (Milan, Italy)
Located in the fashion district, The Carlton is a new boutique offering in Milan with 71 rooms. Designed by Philip Vergeylen and Paolo Moschino, the interiors pull from an Art Deco vernacular and are outfitted with bold Earth tones and a rich material palette. There are three restaurant onsite, all helmed by Fulvio Pierangelini's gastronomic vision, including Spiga, seen above, which offers a seasonal menu crafted from local ingredients.