Aman Sveti Stefan – A Return to the Montenegrin Coast

After five years, the iconic Aman Sveti Stefan is reopening its doors no later than June of this year. Situated on a fortified 15th-century island near Budva, this unique city-hotel blends medieval architecture with the prestigious Aman luxury. The resort consists of authentic stone cottages and narrow alleyways that preserve the spirit of times past. The interior is defined by minimalist design, natural materials, and soothing Mediterranean tones. A particular gem of the offering is Villa Miločer, a former royal residence surrounded by a forest of cedar and olive trees. This summer will mark the return of one of the most exclusive destinations in the Mediterranean, ready once again to offer peace and privacy in its most refined form.

THE WOLSELEY CONQUERS NEW YORK

The legendary London institution The Wolseley—a name synonymous with Art Deco aesthetics and Viennese charm—is expanding into the world of hospitality. Minor Hotels has announced the opening of The Wolseley Hotel New York in early 2027.

Located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, this will be the first-ever hotel under the iconic brand. The project will breathe new life into a historic 1905 building that once served as a club for Broadway artists.

Aman Niseko – A New Standard of Alpine Luxury in Japan

Aman announces its fourth Japanese property — Aman Niseko, set on the slopes of Mount Moiwa within the legendary Niseko resort in Hokkaido. Opening in 2030 inside a protected nature reserve, the retreat will house 30 mountain-view suites and 31 private residences, each appointed with its own onsen. Designed by the late Kerry Hill, the architecture pays quiet homage to the indigenous Ainu culture of Japan’s north. The first destination wellness retreat of its kind in Japan, Aman Niseko is poised to become the defining address for those who know exactly where to go.

Rosewood Blue Palace Opens in Crete

Rosewood will enter Greece in 2026 with the transformation of Crete’s storied Blue Palace into Rosewood Blue Palace. Reimagined under the brand’s A Sense of Place philosophy, the seaside sanctuary between Plaka and Elounda will feature 154 rooms and suites, 85 with private pools, alongside six dining venues, Asaya wellness, and architecture by K-Studio. The result promises a culturally rooted, design-forward retreat shaped by Crete’s mythic landscape and luminous Aegean horizon.

Four Seasons Resort Arrives on Mykonos

Four Seasons makes its long-anticipated debut on Mykonos, introducing a new address defined by restraint, precision, and effortless elegance. Set along a quieter stretch of the island’s coastline, the resort balances contemporary architecture with Cycladic heritage, offering refined rooms, suites, and private villas—many with pools overlooking the Aegean. Thoughtfully composed dining and spa experiences complete the picture, positioning this opening as a composed counterpoint to Mykonos’ high-energy reputation: discreet, confident, and unmistakably Four Seasons. Opening mid 2026. 

Four Seasons to Open Resort on Zanzibar

The new-build Four Seasons Resort Zanzibar will include 60 private villas with one- to three-bedroom configurations. Accommodations will have an interior design by MOMA and eco.id, each with views of the Indian Ocean across the 126-acre beachfront property. The resort will feature five dining venues, including a lobby lounge and bar, a poolside grill, a Mediterranean all-day restaurant, a signature seafood spot with beachside views, and a Levantine grill specializing in wood-fire cuisine. Amenities include a sprawling oceanfront pool with cabana service, a complimentary Kids For All Seasons program, water sports, local excursions, fitness facilities, meeting spaces, and a spa with five private treatment rooms and an outdoor cabana for open-air treatments.

The first Orient Express hotel set to open in Rome

Opening in spring 2025, Orient Express La Minerva will debut in Rome’s historic Piazza della Minerva, steps from the Pantheon. Housed in the 17th-century Palazzo Fonseca, the property underwent a meticulous restoration led by architect Hugo Toro. Originally built in 1620 as the Fonseca family residence and later transformed into a hotel in 1811, it will feature 93 rooms, including 36 suites and four Signature Suites offering stunning views of the Pantheon and Piazza della Minerva.