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Hôtel Provençal · Hyères
Le Provençal | Hyères, France
On the French Riviera’s Giens Peninsula, where the sea borders dramatic salt flats, the recently reopened Le Provençal has a fresh new look. Beloved since the 1950s, the family-run hotel boasts understated elegance across its 41 rooms and suites, designed in a mid-century style by Rodolphe Parente. Set across five acres, the property also offers a tennis court, gardens, two restaurants, and a stunning seawater pool carved directly into the rock.
Sibbjäns · Sigsarve
Sibbjäns | Gotland, Sweden
On the Swedish island of Gotland, sustainability and style come together at Sibbjäns, a hotel, restaurant, and working farm. Housed in a restored 19th-century farmhouse, the property exudes Swedish charm, with wood accents, cozy textures, and exposed beam ceilings. Guests spend their days here exploring the island on bikes, cooling off at the outdoor pool (which is filled with rainwater and naturally filtered by plants), and savoring seasonal cuisine at the elevated restaurant. In summer 2026, a spa and fitness center will open.
Sunset Patmos · Patmos
Sunset Patmos | Patmos, Greece
On Patmos, Sunset hotel and restaurant is a laid-back escape located in the island’s bustling port. The boutique hotel pairs crisp, whitewashed architecture with understated interiors, bold modern art, sun-soaked terraces, and sweeping sea views. Most notable is its restaurant, which is run by the folks behind beloved Athens wine bar Wine is Fine. Photo Credit: ANASTASIA PERAHIA
Hôtel Massé · Paris
Hotel Massé | Paris, France
A very stylish new stay in Paris' Pigalle neighborhood, this 40-room boutique hotel is family-run and designed by Gasparetto Parenti (run by two designers who formerly worked at Festen, who did Château Voltaire). It's well-priced, design-forward (no two rooms are alike, but all are filled with vintage furniture), and surely going to be one of the city's coolest new places to stay.
Château La Commaraine | Burgundy, France
Burgundy wine country is set to welcome Château de la Commaraine, an ancient estate dating back to 1112 that has been lovingly restored with help from France’s architectural heritage protection organization. The result is an exquisite, 37-room boutique hotel that blends farmhouse warmth with French elegance, featuring a spa, outdoor pool, fitness center, and gastronomy helmed by celebrated chef Christophe Raoux.
Ardbeg House · Ballintoy Harbour
Ardbeg House | Islay, Scotland
Set on the windswept shores of Islay, Scotland, this 12-room retreat comes from the single malt Scotch whisky brand of the same name. The handsome property beckons whisky enthusiasts with complimentary tours and tastings at the nearby Ardbeg distillery. Meanwhile, design lovers and foodies will appreciate its cozy, fanciful decor and elegant Scottish restaurant.
Les Bassans · Brest
Les Bassans | Brittany, France
In France, glamorous seaside destinations like St. Tropez often steal the spotlight, but the region of Brittany—with its pink granite coast and this stunning new boutique hotel—is just as (or, even more?) worthwhile. Les Bassans offers laid-back luxury at its finest, with 25 rooms designed in a coastal-chic style complete with telescopes and ocean views. In addition to a restaurant inspired by a 1930s ocean liner, there’s a souped-up spa with a solarium, LED and collagen bar, and hammam.
The Newman · London
The Newman | London, England
This highly-anticipated Art Deco stay is set in London’s charming Fitzrovia neighborhood and comes from the team behind The Beaumont and The Goring. Its 81 elegant rooms feature rich, warm hues of burnt red and deep chocolate brown, beautiful bespoke floor patterns, headboards that nod to the iconic bangles of famed British writer and heiress Nancy Cunard who lived in the area, and bathrooms adorned with handmade tiles. The hotel also features a cocktail bar, bistro, and an entire floor dedicated to wellness, with a gym, spa, salt therapy room, and more.
Via Borgospesso · Milan
J.K. Place Milano | Milan, Italy
J.K. Place hotels are some of our favorite luxury stays, which makes their latest property in Milan, Italy’s design capital, all the more exciting. J.K. Place Milano will debut on Via Borgospesso in the fashion district, and the hotel will surely impress with elegant design, five-star service, and luxe amenities.
Vestige Son Ermità · Ciutadella
Son Ermità and Binidufà | Menorca, Spain
Set on an 800-acre estate on Menorca’s rugged coast, this pair of boutique hotels is a lovely addition to the small and authentic Balearic island (Son Ermità is open now, Binidufà opens spring 2026). Boasting 18th-century farmhouse suites, sparkling outdoor pools, and ultra-fresh cuisine, Son Ermità also offers activities like jeep safaris, boat excursions, cooking classes, and Pilates.
Brach Madrid - Hôtel Evok Collection · Madrid
Brach | Madrid, Spain
In the Spanish capital, all eyes are on the Brach hotel designed by Philippe Starck. Set in a seven-story building in Madrid’s city center—where Victor Hugo once lived, no less—the five-star hotel has eclectic art-filled interiors as well as a rooftop terrace and Mediterranean restaurant. There’s also a La Capsule spa, where guests can choose from an impressive menu of treatments ranging from luxe Clarins facials to holistic acupuncture and cutting-edge hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
Aman Rosa Alpina · San Cassiano
Aman Rosa Alpina | Dolomites, Italy
The Aman group just arrived in the Italian Dolomites with its beautiful renovation of the historic Rosa Alpina hotel. The revamped stay now offers guests access to world-class skiing and year-round outdoor adventures, as well as the group’s famously sleek suites—featuring Alpine-chic interiors and mountain views.
Casa Cook Madonna · Molina
Casa Cook Madonna | Dolomites, Italy
Another exciting addition to the Dolomites is the chalet-inspired Casa Cook Madonna. Perched at over 5,000 feet, the adults-only stay features 50 cozy rooms designed with muted colors and dark wood accents, along with private balconies overlooking the dramatic scenery. There’s also a wellness center with a spa and sauna, a boutique, a restaurant helmed by a Michelin-starred chef, and an elegant terrace for apres-ski cocktails.
The James Suite Hotel 1564 Firenze · Florence
The James Suite | Florence, Italy
Florence’s luxury hotel scene welcomed a stylish new arrival in the city’s central Sant'Ambrogio neighborhood. Housed in a restored Renaissance palazzo, The James Suite hotel is the brainchild of architect James Cavagnari, who grew up within its walls, and blends historic frescoes and stonework with clean, contemporary Italian design. In addition to the hotel’s 14 opulent suites, highlights include a sultry cocktail bar and a refined restaurant featuring Mediterranean-Tuscan cuisine.
Hotel Son Xotano Mallorca · Palma
Son Xotano | Mallorca, Spain
In Mallorca’s countryside, surrounded by rolling hills, olive groves, and vineyards, this ultra-refined hideaway set in a 12th-century estate is a study in rustic, understated elegance. Son Xotano’s interiors are designed with muted earth tones, stone walls, and serene murals, and the hotel offers experiences ranging from horseback riding and biking to yoga and massages (though, the setting and outdoor pool can easily occupy guests all day).
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