The pandemic has been devastating to many sectors of the hospitality industry, but plenty of incredible hotels that were in development forged ahead knowing the crisis would ultimately be behind us and eager travellers would knock at their doors. Here are a few that are eager to receive you when you are ready:
The Muir – a much needed new luxury hotel on Halifax’s waterfront.
AC Hotel Maui Wailea is just a quarter-mile from the Shops at Wailea and will be a favourite of the Marriott Bonvoy set.
Alila Marea Beach Resort in Encinitas, California, near San Diego. Laidback, “chill” and relaxed, this is Hyatt’s Alila brand’s first new build in the States.
Fairmont Century Plaza – a new identity rising out of Architect Minoru Yamasaki’s mid-century modern landmark after five years closed.
Mission Pacific Hotel features the only rooftop pool bar in northern San Diego County
Montage Big Sky is the first ultra-luxury hotel development in the state of Montana
The Cloudveil overlooking the historic town square of Jackson Hole is another of Marriott’s expanding Autograph Collection.
The Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin Reserve will be walkable to both Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios and strives for a boutique feel.
Park Hyatt Toronto will reopen after extensive renovations in the same posh Yorkville location
Alaia Belize is touting itself as “the first true four-diamond resort on Ambergis Caye.” https://alaiabelize.com
St. Regis Bermuda In the charming town of St. George’s, is the first Marriott property on the entire island.
Botanika Osa Peninsula will open this fall after more than 20 years of operating as Costa Rica’s most iconic billfish sports fishing destination, Crocodile Bay Resort.
Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo, México will open in late 2021 on a private peninsula of Costa Alegre, near Puerto Vallarta.
Airelles: Chateau de Versailles La Grand Controle will treat guests to a very immersive experience at this historic royal residence.
Canopy by Hilton Paris Trocadero provides a new option in the ritzy 16th Arrondissement, right across the Seine from the Eiffel Tower
The Edition Reykjavik has been steadily rising alongside the iconic Harpa Concert Hall in Iceland’s capital city and will open this summer.
InterContinental Chiang Mai Mae Ping. The Imperial Mae Ping Hotel, a landmark in the downtown Chiang Mai landscape for more than 30 years, is getting the full IHG makeover.
Kimpton Naranta Bali will make a splashy debut in Southeast Asia with its 50-villa resort on the coast of Nusa Dua, southern Bali.
Andaz Bali. Beachfront in the “fisherman’s village” of Sanur, the resort will also feature a 22-acre spa.
Roku Kyoto, LXR Hotels & Resorts will be the first property in Hilton’s luxury collection in the Asia Pacific region and Hilton’s first foray into Kyoto.
The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands, will feature a mix of 100 land and overwater villas ranging from one to three bedrooms.
Six Senses Shaharut - a stunning new property incorporated into Israel’s Negev Desert.
The Muir – a much needed new luxury hotel on Halifax’s waterfront.
AC Hotel Maui Wailea is just a quarter-mile from the Shops at Wailea and will be a favourite of the Marriott Bonvoy set.
Alila Marea Beach Resort in Encinitas, California, near San Diego. Laidback, “chill” and relaxed, this is Hyatt’s Alila brand’s first new build in the States.
Fairmont Century Plaza – a new identity rising out of Architect Minoru Yamasaki’s mid-century modern landmark after five years closed.
Mission Pacific Hotel features the only rooftop pool bar in northern San Diego County
Montage Big Sky is the first ultra-luxury hotel development in the state of Montana
The Cloudveil overlooking the historic town square of Jackson Hole is another of Marriott’s expanding Autograph Collection.
The Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin Reserve will be walkable to both Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios and strives for a boutique feel.
Park Hyatt Toronto will reopen after extensive renovations in the same posh Yorkville location
Alaia Belize is touting itself as “the first true four-diamond resort on Ambergis Caye.” https://alaiabelize.com
St. Regis Bermuda In the charming town of St. George’s, is the first Marriott property on the entire island.
Botanika Osa Peninsula will open this fall after more than 20 years of operating as Costa Rica’s most iconic billfish sports fishing destination, Crocodile Bay Resort.
Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo, México will open in late 2021 on a private peninsula of Costa Alegre, near Puerto Vallarta.
Airelles: Chateau de Versailles La Grand Controle will treat guests to a very immersive experience at this historic royal residence.
Canopy by Hilton Paris Trocadero provides a new option in the ritzy 16th Arrondissement, right across the Seine from the Eiffel Tower
The Edition Reykjavik has been steadily rising alongside the iconic Harpa Concert Hall in Iceland’s capital city and will open this summer.
InterContinental Chiang Mai Mae Ping. The Imperial Mae Ping Hotel, a landmark in the downtown Chiang Mai landscape for more than 30 years, is getting the full IHG makeover.
Kimpton Naranta Bali will make a splashy debut in Southeast Asia with its 50-villa resort on the coast of Nusa Dua, southern Bali.
Andaz Bali. Beachfront in the “fisherman’s village” of Sanur, the resort will also feature a 22-acre spa.
Roku Kyoto, LXR Hotels & Resorts will be the first property in Hilton’s luxury collection in the Asia Pacific region and Hilton’s first foray into Kyoto.
The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands, will feature a mix of 100 land and overwater villas ranging from one to three bedrooms.
Six Senses Shaharut - a stunning new property incorporated into Israel’s Negev Desert.
Here a a few others we are looking forward to visiting. Some new, some refurbished, and all recent additions to the extensive Traveller Made luxury collection:
Casa del Mare, Dubrovnik - A private villa with private beach on the shore of the Adriatic Sea.
Cap D'Antibes Beach Hotel - Classic modern style with chic and sophisticated architecture and an authentic infinity pool in the heart of lush Mediterranean vegetation.
Cheval Blanc St-Tropez - L'éclat mythique de la Riviera
TXAI Resort, Itacaré, Brazil. - The best of Bahia, from its unspoilt beach and coconut groves to the jungle bungalows crafted with local bamboo and palm fronds.
7Pines Kempinski Ibiza - nestled in a pine grove on the cliffs with unobstructed views of the Mediterranean
ORIGINS Luxury Lodge, Costa Rica - a place where time stands still, in the high valley jungles of Costa Rica
Casa del Mare, Dubrovnik - A private villa with private beach on the shore of the Adriatic Sea.
Cap D'Antibes Beach Hotel - Classic modern style with chic and sophisticated architecture and an authentic infinity pool in the heart of lush Mediterranean vegetation.
Cheval Blanc St-Tropez - L'éclat mythique de la Riviera
TXAI Resort, Itacaré, Brazil. - The best of Bahia, from its unspoilt beach and coconut groves to the jungle bungalows crafted with local bamboo and palm fronds.
7Pines Kempinski Ibiza - nestled in a pine grove on the cliffs with unobstructed views of the Mediterranean
ORIGINS Luxury Lodge, Costa Rica - a place where time stands still, in the high valley jungles of Costa Rica