These properties are not just a place to stay; they are the destination.
The world of luxury travel is in the midst of a renaissance, with a new wave of spectacular hotels and resorts opening their doors in 2025. These properties are designed to be complete, self-contained worlds, offering such a stunning array of amenities, dining, and experiences that the idea of leaving the grounds seems almost absurd. They are immersive sanctuaries built for the discerning modern traveler.
From private islands to urban palaces, these are the new standard-bearers of high-end hospitality.
1. Amanvari in Mexico is a serene desert oasis.
Set on a tranquil stretch of the Sea of Cortez in Baja California, Amanvari is one of the most anticipated new resorts in the world. The property is designed as a peaceful oasis, with freestanding, minimalist pavilions that seem to float over the surrounding desert landscape. Each pavilion has its own private pool and floor-to-ceiling glass walls that blur the line between indoors and out, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape, as featured in Travel + Leisure .
The resort features a private beach, a world-class Aman spa, and multiple dining venues that celebrate the fresh ingredients of the Baja region. It’s a place of quiet, understated luxury designed for total relaxation.
2. The Six Senses in Kyoto, Japan offers a wellness journey.
Located in the historic Higashiyama district of Kyoto, the new Six Senses brings the brand’s signature focus on wellness and sustainability to the heart of Japan’s ancient capital. The hotel is designed as a contemporary urban sanctuary, with serene, Japanese-inspired interiors and beautiful gardens. The real centerpiece, however, is the massive Six Senses Spa, which will be a destination in its own right, as shared by The Times.
The spa offers a unique blend of traditional Japanese healing practices, like Zen meditation and onsen bathing, with modern, science-backed wellness programs. It’s the perfect urban retreat for a traveler looking to rejuvenate their mind, body, and spirit.
3. Rosewood Kona Village is a legendary Hawaiian resort reborn.
The original Kona Village Resort was a beloved, iconic Hawaiian destination for decades before it was destroyed by a tsunami. In 2025, it has been beautifully and sustainably rebuilt by Rosewood, preserving the spirit of the original while adding a new layer of modern luxury. The resort is a collection of traditional, thatched-roof “hale” (bungalows) scattered across a stunning black-lava landscape on the Kohala Coast, according to CN Traveller.
The property is powered by 100% solar energy and has a renewed focus on celebrating native Hawaiian culture. It’s a triumphant and spectacular return for a legendary resort.
4. One&Only Moonlight Basin in Big Sky, Montana is a skier’s dream.
Perched high in the mountains of Montana, the new One&Only Moonlight Basin is set to become one of the most exclusive ski resorts in North America. This stunning, modern-alpine resort offers unparalleled ski-in, ski-out access to the vast and uncrowded slopes of Big Sky. The property features beautifully designed rooms and private villas, all with fireplaces and dramatic views of the surrounding peaks.
Beyond the world-class skiing, the resort offers a wealth of year-round activities, from fly-fishing and horseback riding in the summer to a state-of-the-art spa. It’s a new pinnacle of luxury in the American West.
5. The Waldorf Astoria London is a new icon in a historic landmark.
In one of the most spectacular transformations in London, the city’s historic Admiralty Arch has been converted into a new, opulent Waldorf Astoria hotel. This iconic landmark, which stands at the end of The Mall leading to Buckingham Palace, now houses one of the city’s most prestigious hotels. The renovation has preserved the building’s incredible historic details while adding modern, luxurious suites and amenities.
The hotel offers unparalleled views of the palace and the royal processions. It’s a chance to stay in a true piece of British history, a new grand dame hotel in the heart of royal London.
6. COMO Le Montrachet brings luxury to Burgundy, France.
For wine lovers, the new COMO Le Montrachet is a dream come true. Located in the heart of Burgundy, one of the world’s most revered wine regions, this hotel is a sophisticated and serene base for exploring the famous vineyards. The hotel is a collection of beautifully restored 18th-century buildings, offering a modern and understated take on French country luxury.
The hotel’s own restaurant is a major draw, and the concierge can arrange for exclusive, private tours and tastings at some of the region’s most prestigious and hard-to-access wineries. It’s the ultimate destination for a serious oenophile.
7. The Red Sea Project in Saudi Arabia is a futuristic vision.
One of the most ambitious tourism projects on the planet, the Red Sea Project in Saudi Arabia is beginning to open its first phase of ultra-luxury resorts in 2025. This massive development is built around an archipelago of over 90 pristine islands and is powered entirely by renewable energy. The first hotels to open, like the St. Regis Red Sea Resort, feature stunning, futuristic architecture.
The area is also a protected marine reserve, offering incredible diving and snorkeling in a part of the world that has been largely untouched by tourism. It’s a bold and spectacular new frontier for luxury travel.
8. Banyan Tree Ilha Caldeira is a private island in Mozambique.
Set on a private island off the coast of Mozambique, the new Banyan Tree Ilha Caldeira is putting this beautiful and emerging African destination on the luxury travel map. The resort is a collection of 40 private pool villas, all with stunning, direct views of the Indian Ocean. The island is part of a marine reserve, offering pristine coral reefs and incredible diving.
This is a destination that offers a unique combination of world-class luxury and a true sense of adventure and discovery in a part of the world that is still very much off the beaten path. It’s the ultimate barefoot luxury escape.
9. The St. Regis Jackson Hole adds a new layer of luxury.
The mountain town of Jackson Hole, Wyoming, has become a year-round playground for the ultra-wealthy, and the arrival of a new St. Regis hotel solidifies its status as a top-tier luxury destination. Located at the base of the Teton Mountains, the hotel offers the brand’s signature butler service and a new level of refined, five-star luxury to the famously rugged town.
With a world-class spa, multiple dining venues, and easy access to both Grand Teton National Park and the legendary ski slopes, it is poised to become the most sought-after address in this billionaire’s mountain paradise.
10. Nobu Hotel Tulum brings celebrity chic to the jungle.
The trendy, bohemian beach town of Tulum, Mexico, is getting a major injection of celebrity glamour with the opening of the new Nobu Hotel. Backed by Robert De Niro and celebrity chef Nobu Matsuhisa, this beachfront property will feature the brand’s signature, minimalist Japanese aesthetic blended with a rustic, local design. The centerpiece, of course, will be a stunning Nobu restaurant.
The hotel is designed to be a chic and sophisticated haven, offering a more polished and high-end experience than the rustic eco-lodges that once defined the area. It’s set to become the new hotspot for the international jet set.