by Geoffrey Ravoire, Luxury Travel Advisor & Marketing Manager
2022 promises to keep us busy with a rich list of new, fabulous hotels to add to your bucket list. We are really excited to share the following list we compiled of new openings.
Villa Passalacqua, once the home of Italian royalty on Lake Como, is being restored to its former glory from the ancient gardens to the beautiful frescoes. New amenities added by Italy’s famed De Santis hotelier family (Grand Hotel Tremezzo) include a lakeside tennis court, open-air cinema, spa services in the fruit garden, and 24 sumptuous suites that embody classic Mediterranean charm. One of the suites, rumored to be the largest on Lake Como, features a double-height, balustraded music room where Bellini composed La Sonnambula in 1831!
Hidden away on a private eco-reserve on the Pacific coastline, Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo will deliver a new level of conscious luxury and a plethora of amenities across its 3,000+ acres. Designed to blend seamlessly into the environment, the resort will also be home to a Discovery Center, which will invite you to embark on educative activities about the area’s diverse native flora and fauna. Of course, you can expect all of the usual amenities we come to expect from Four Seasons: an organic spa nestled within the tropical forest, a comprehensive fitness center, and an impressive choice of dining outlets.
We can't wait for Stanly Ranch to finally open its doors in a historic Napa Valley estate with expansive views of the Mayacama Mountains. Both a culinary and wellness retreat, a stay at Stanly Ranch will offer everything from energy healing to sports science, IV infusions, or fantastic meals and tastings. The 78 standalone cottages and suites will guarantee privacy and allow you to make the most of California-style indoor-outdoor living.
Capri’s first-ever hotel (opened in 1822) is getting a complete make-over to join the prestigious Oetker Collection (Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc, Le Bristol, Eden Rock – St Barths, etc.). Centrally located, just a few steps from the famous Piazzetta, Hotel La Palma promises to wow guests with its rooftop Chef Gennaro Esposito restaurant and bar, private beach club, a newly built pool deck, intimate spa, and high-fashion boutiques. Expect artful interiors in Sultana’s classic-meets-contemporary style.
Tech entrepreneur Larry Ellison is converting his Coachella Valley estate into a tranquil and intimate 230-acres desert wellness destination, strategically positioned midway between Palm Springs to the north, and El Paseo shopping district to the south. Like its excellent sister property on Lanai, HI, this retreat will boast a state-of-the-art diagnostic center, a slew of fitness and mindfulness programming, a spa, and healthy fare by Nobu.
Tucked away on the Athens coastline, this new estate will open directly out onto the mesmerizingly blue waters of the Mediterranean. The resort’s 50 acres will include a lively beach club, dining destinations dishing up Greek delicacies, and a Chenot spa offering tailored health and wellness programs. Wrapped in ancient mythology in the heart of the Athenian Riviera, where lavender lands meet sapphire waters, One&Only Aesthesis will embody the timeless glamour of the Aegean.
Although this long-awaited hotel first opened for previews in November, only a few public outlets such as Tides (chef Gunnar Karl Gíslason’s modern Icelandic restaurant) have welcomed guests so far. The property’s big debut will be in the spring when it’ll unveil ash wood and gray oak designed accommodations, a “social spa,” a rooftop bar, and a nightclub. A much-needed addition to the Reykjavik hotel scene!
Set in the heart of Canyons Village at Park City Mountain, the ski-in, ski-out Pendry Park City will exude a modernist take on a traditional alpine lodge. Paying homage to the surrounding mountain landscape, the resort will feature warm, natural design elements that create a contemporary, open feel with floor-to-ceiling windows and curated artwork.
A former archiepiscopal seminary will now house Milan’s fashionable Portrait Milano, the brainchild of the Ferragamo family. The divine structure boasts a grand 1652 baroque entrance that opens onto an imposing, nearly one-acre piazza framed by a double-colonnaded loggia. Its once hallowed walls will showcase restaurants, a shopping arcade, and unique event venues to make it a major lifestyle hub in the heart of Milan - on Corso Venezia, with access to the luxury mecca of Via Sant’Andrea.
This year, Aman is set to open on 57th Street in the Crown Building. It’s a new life for the landmark which turned 100 in 2021. The property will feature 83 rooms, a three-story spa, a jazz club, the company’s first urban private residences (including a five-story penthouse), and a vast terrace. We particularly love that all the guestrooms will have a functioning fireplace. A long time coming, Aman New York will celebrate the Crown Building’s striking architecture, while simultaneously injecting it with a good dose of Aman spirit and style.
Just outside Nashville, Southall Farms will be a place where the land and its people honor the traditions of Southern hospitality. A farm, inn, and spa rooted in sustainability, abundance, and luxury. Nestled in the rolling hills outside Historic Franklin, Tennessee, the 325-acre farm is being transformed into a world-class destination dedicated to the circle of life. Here, history will meet innovation, the earth will feed the kitchen, and the experience will nurture the soul.
A boutique luxury eco-lodge, The Homestead is part of South Africa’s Nambiti Private Game Reserve. Consisting of just 12, sustainable luxury units, the lodge is split between six lodges designed for solo travelers and couples looking for seclusion and private space; and six lodges designed for larger family/friend getaways. African dishes made from locally sourced ingredients will be served while expert guides aim to educate and encourage you to embrace the locale, with tailored excursions and experiences like hiking, anti-poaching sessions, animal photography, and tours to significant battlefields.
Set in an 18th-century, UNESCO-listed palazzo overlooking bustling Via del Corso, Six Senses is opening its first Italian hotel. Naturally, the spa and Roman baths will be the core of the property, but we fully expect the rooftop terrace to be another major draw. On the ground floor, a trattoria with an open kitchen will welcome locals and visitors with modern interpretations of Italian cuisine.
From its earliest incarnation, in 1886, as a popular stagecoach stop during California’s Gold Rush, to its years as a surreptitious hangout through Prohibition, The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern has long held a fabled place in Central Coast lore. The beloved landmark’s next chapter is led by Auberge Collection and will position the Inn as the definitive luxury destination in the Santa Ynez Valley. Expect modern farmhouse design, an open-air restaurant, and an outdoor pool with a bar, cabanas, and fire pits.
Located in the Catskills, just 90 minutes from New York City, this Adirondack estate will make a perfect getaway from it all. With only 10 suites spread among three buildings, every guest will experience privacy and peace. When not enjoying activities ranging from fly-fishing to in-suite Ayurvedic spa treatments, the private patios overlooking the Toronto Reservoir Lake will be your retreat.
The 18th-century grand country house-turned-hotel has been restored to preserve the historic architecture and gardens while offering today's creature comforts and luxe amenities. As one of the latest installments in the ever-expanding Relais & Chateaux collection, the hotel is promising to deliver the finest in Irish culinary arts. Unique (and very Irish) guest experiences include equestrian offerings, the original Guinness bar, a world-class spa, and stunning views of the Rock of Cashel.
Take in the stunning red rocks of Sedona from one of the 40, adults-only, standalone cube-shaped accommodations that hover on tall steel piers. Most offer a rooftop deck complete with a fire pit and a daybed perfect for stargazing. Inside, the floor-to-ceiling windows allow for 360-degree views of the surrounding national forest or striking red-rock formations. There’s even an on-demand wine dispenser in each suite, where you can self-serve from a selection of northern Arizona wines.
Surrounded by a stunning house reef, Alila Kothaifaru Maldives will offer you serenity and adventure in Raa Atoll, a scenic 45-minute seaplane journey from Malé. Enjoy spectacular sunrise or sunset views from one of the nature-oriented beachfront and overwater villas or dive excursions to Hanifaru Bay, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. For those in search of a truly remote and picturesque escape!
Opening along the stunning Bosporus strait, The Peninsula Istanbul is sure to become a haven for tastemakers visiting this historical and bustling city. Lush gardens, hammam steam baths, and exquisite Turkish design elements artfully marry ancient traditions and modernity. The hotel's opulent suites are just steps away from the city's most popular landmarks…but with all the amenities on offer on property, you’ll want to incorporate some R&R too.
Bordering the stunning Zion National Park, Spirit’s immersive and conscious offering is rooted in creating experiences that encourage a meaningful relationship with the world around us. Ranging from two to five bedrooms, Spirit’s accommodations have been carefully designed to celebrate and showcase the stunning surrounding landscape. Each suite features a separate living area with floor-to-ceiling windows, wraparound terraces, and lavish bathrooms with deep soaking tubs, as well as a private wellness space, which can be used for in-suite spa treatments, exercise, or meditation. Bonus: each suite also houses two electric bikes.
