6 Must-See Hotel Openings to Watch in 2026

Start planning 2026 travel now: these newly opened and soon-to-open properties around the world are set to welcome guests with exceptional design, service and locations.

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Birdwood Mansion

Located in Charlottesville, Virginia, Birdwood Mansion reopens in early 2026 as an intimate seven-room boutique hotel. Housed in a sensitively restored 19th-century mansion on the grounds of Boar’s Head Resort, the property pairs historic character with tailored hospitality for travelers seeking a refined, residential-style stay in the heart of Virginia’s wine country.

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© InterContinental Pokhara Begnas Lake

InterContinental Pokhara Begnas Lake

Marking the brand’s debut in Nepal, InterContinental Pokhara Begnas Lake opens in early 2026. The 80-room resort sits on the shores of Begnas Lake and offers sweeping views of the Himalayas, combining contemporary luxury with local design influences. It will appeal to guests looking for a peaceful lakeside base with easy access to trekking, cultural sites and natural scenery.

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Kimpton Era Midtown

Set to debut in summer 2026, Kimpton Era Midtown brings the Kimpton boutique experience to New York City’s Rockefeller Center. The 529-room property will feature two restaurants and a rooftop bar, offering both neighborhood-minded experiences and skyline views for visitors and locals alike. Expect the brand’s signature design-forward rooms and personalized service at the center of Manhattan.

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© Regent Jeddah Corniche

Regent Jeddah Corniche

Regent will make its Saudi Arabia debut in winter 2026 with Regent Jeddah Corniche. The 29-story hotel will offer 182 guestrooms, five penthouses and the brand’s first Regent Spa. Positioned along Jeddah’s waterfront, the property aims to blend refined luxury with local cultural touches and extensive wellness facilities.

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Six Senses London

Six Senses arrives in the United Kingdom with Six Senses London, opening in early 2026 near Hyde Park. The property will introduce the brand’s first Six Senses Place members’ club, alongside holistic wellness offerings, locally inspired dining and design that reflects the neighborhood’s character. This opening expands the brand’s global portfolio with a focus on sustainability and wellbeing.

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© The Westin Resort & Spa, Puerto Vallarta

The Westin Playa Vallarta, an All-Inclusive Resort

Westin’s first all-inclusive resort in Mexico is scheduled to debut in May 2026 following a comprehensive renovation of The Westin Resort & Spa, Puerto Vallarta. The refreshed resort will offer 281 suites, 10 culinary and entertainment venues, three retail outlets and the brand’s signature Heavenly Spa. The all-inclusive format aims to combine Westin’s wellness-led amenities with the convenience of an inclusive vacation experience on Mexico’s Pacific coast.