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A new year always brings a fresh wave of wanderlust, and 2026 is already shaping up to be a landmark moment for luxury travel. With a promise of luxury at its best, some of the world’s most high-end hospitality brands are prepping up to unveil properties that are about thoughtfully curated experiences. From city escapes to hideaways tucked between mountains, bays, and private islands, here’s a list of luxury hotels that will be opening their doors soon.
Opening in Spring 2026, Capella Kyoto brings the brand’s understated luxury to Miyagawa cho, one of Kyoto’s most historic entertainment districts. Designed by Kengo Kuma and Associates with interiors by Brewin Design Office, the hotel will feature private onsen options, natural timber finishes, and a bamboo-lined courtyard, creating a meditative atmosphere. Dining will include a refined French brasserie and an intimate omakase counter, while the Auriga Spa will offer Kyoto-rooted rituals and serene treatment spaces.
Room rates are expected from JPY 1,50,000 per night (approx. Rs 85,870).
Scheduled to open in 2026, Amanvari will rise in the Sea of Cortés on Baja’s East Cape. The resort will debut with 18 elevated casitas and residences, each framing uninterrupted views of the Sierra de la Laguna. Wellness will be central, with an open-air yoga pavillion, modern temazcal, and Aman Spa. Dining will Italian, Japanese, and Baja-inspired cuisines, complemented by a private deep-water marina.
Rates will start from USD 3,500 per night (approx. Rs 3,00,000).
Set to open in 2026, Bvlgari Resort Ranfushi, at the Raa Atoll, will span 20 hectares with 54 villas, including private overwater options and a signature Bvlgari Villa on its own island. Dining highlights will include Il Ristorante by Niko Romito, Bao Li Xuan, Hoseki, and the beachfront La Spiaggia. Guests will be able to unwind at the Bvlgari Spa, yoga pavilion, La Galleria boutique, private library, and The Bvlgari Bar.
Villas will start at USD 6,500 per night (approx. Rs 5,70,000)
Rosewood Milan will open in 2026, occupying two 19th-century palazzos in the heart of the city's fashion district. Around seventy rooms and suites merge urban sanctuary with Italian grandeur, with elegant courtyards, a stylish restaurant and bar, and wellness facilities including an indoor pool. Room rates start at 1,200 Euros per night (approx. Rs 1,17,500).
Debuting in January 2026, Six Senses Amaala on The Red Sea, within the Triple Bay development, will feature 64 rooms, six suites, 30 villas, and 25 branded residences. Inspired by traditional coastal villages, the 3,000-square-metre spa will offer longevity therapies, cryotherapy, Watsu pools, and private yoga platforms.
Villa rates will begin at USD 4,500 per night (approx. Rs 3,98,000).
Opening in spring 2026, Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra will occupy a cliff-top peninsula with 131 rooms, suites, and bungalows, many with private terraces or pools. Mediterranean-driven cuisine, lush gardens, and sweeping sea views will create a sanctuary of relaxed sophistication.
Rates will start at EUR 1,000 per night (approx. Rs 1,02,000).