From just opened to just about to, new hotels around the world will take you to new places while making you feel right at home.
The Surrey, A Corinthia Hotel, NYC
The Surrey, A Corinthia Hotel, has launched its booking engine and is now accepting reservations for stays beginning Sept. 1st, 2024. In collaboration with the Reuben Brothers, the opening of The Surrey heralds Corinthia’s inaugural venture into North America and the reimagining of an iconic Upper East Side establishment.
First built in 1926 as a residential hotel and located on the corner of East 76th Street and Madison Avenue, the original Surrey was frequented by celebrities, creatives, and world leaders, establishing an illustrious legacy. In its latest iteration, The Surrey, A Corinthia Hotel is primed to reestablish itself as one of the city’s most sought-after destinations for visitors and New Yorkers alike.
Highlights of the highly anticipated hotel include:
- 70 guest rooms and 30 suites designed by MBDS, including four theme suites inspired by the picturesque bridges of Central Park.
- Casa Tua, The Surrey’s exclusive food and beverage partner offering a restaurant and lounge along with the Club, an exclusive private members’ area.
- The Surrey Spa featuring Sisley Paris comprising two treatment rooms, a steam room and sauna, sensorial shower, salt relaxation room, and a fitness center.
- A collection of 14 private residences located above the hotel, offering owners exclusive access to The Surrey’s roof terrace, an elegant and intimate space that has been transformed into a private verdant oasis inspired by the English cottage garden.
For more information visit www.corinthia.com/the-surrey.
Tropicana Los Cabos
The freshly renovated and relaunched Tropicana Los Cabos will open its doors this August 2024 in San Jose del Cabo. This Mexican hacienda-inspired boutique hotel is just steps away from art galleries, swimmable beaches, biking routes and the San Jose del Cabo Harbor. The 70-room property is also conveniently located within 20 minutes of Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) with direct flights from major cities across the U.S. and Mexico.
Originally built in 1956 as the Tropicana Inn, the hotel and restaurant were once operated by a well-known local family and served as a landmark social connection point for Josefinos and visitors alike. Today, the new Tropicana Los Cabos seeks to retain that same spirit of hospitality and community while providing contemporary amenities and serving as a meeting place for both locals and modern travelers seeking relaxation, authentic cultural connection, and a wide spectrum of outdoor adventures.
In addition to traditional and farm-to-table dining, Tropicana Los Cabos will feature a wellness center offering a full menu of services including Tibetan bowl singing, guided meditation, massage services, and classes on the outdoor yoga terrace, along with a game room including a pool table and boardgames, an outdoor hot tub and heated pool, and complimentary bicycles to ride around town.
For more information, visit Tropicana Los Cabos.
ESPACIO The Hakone Geihinkan Rin-Poh-Ki-Ryu, Japan
The recently opened ESPACIO The Hakone Geihinkan Rin-Poh-Ki-Ryu has introduced a new level of luxury, privacy, design and world-class hospitality to Japan’s legendary mountain hot-springs destination of Hakone. Tucked into a pristine valley in the forested Miyanoshita region, the 9-suite retreat blends meticulous organic design with top-tier wellness programming and culinary excellence in a one-of-a-kind natural paradise.
ESPACIO The Hakone Geihinkan Rin-Poh-Ki-Ryu is the first concept in Asia from the creators of ESPACIO The Jewel of Waikiki, the Forbes five-star, AAA diamond-winning Hawaii property voted #1 in Honolulu by Conde Nast Traveler readers.
Borrowing the Spanish term for “space” or “universe,” and named for Japan’s Kirin, Phoenix, Tortoise and Dragon deities, ESPACIO The Hakone Geihinkan Rin-Poh-Ki-Ryu invites guests to a calm sanctuary reserved for a select few each night. The guest journey begins with a private cable car ride descending 100 meters into a secluded and unexplored valley carved by the tranquil Haya River.
Guest villas create a private sanctuary with spacious interiors, outdoor pavilions and both indoor and outdoor baths. Several villas feature private saunas, swimming pools and rooms for tea ceremonies and entertaining. All villas at ESPACIO The Hakone Geihinkan Rin-Poh-Ki-Ryu are fed by the pristine Dogashima hot spring, the most prized of the legendary Seven Hot Springs of Hakone. In addition, ESPACIO Spa features an open-air Hakone lava cave bath, a luxury bedrock bath crafted from ancient Austrian marble, and additional spa treatments inspired by the seasonality of Hakone.
For more information, visit houoh.jp/en.
Raffles Jaipur
Raffles Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of Raffles Jaipur, a majestic retreat that brings the brand’s gracious service, elegance, and enchanted glamour to one of India’s most vibrant destinations. Located a short drive away from the main attractions of the fabled ‘Pink City’ and encircled by the ancient Aravalli Hills, the new Raffles Jaipur is a modern-day re-creation of a palace, paying homage to the regal art of living.
Featuring 50 guestrooms and suites, each unique in layout and décor, Raffles Jaipur inspires and invites guests to connect with the local culture at every corner. Upon arrival, a Shikar tent evokes memories of Royal Mughal expeditions, and the hand-carved sandstone columns in the hotel’s courtyard—each carved from different eras of Rajasthani architecture—offer a peek into the glorious past. Unique to Raffles Jaipur, butlers will provide guests with curated healing rituals traditional to Rajasthani culture, including botanical infused bathing, health elixirs made from local spices, and specially developed plant-based ointments.
Dining experiences at Raffles Jaipur offer a modern interpretation of local gastronomy. Inspired by the primarily plant-based culinary tradition of the Zenana, or women’s quarters of the Mughal court, the dishes at Arkaa, the hotel’s specialty restaurant, celebrate the essence of the Progressive North Indian region using local ingredients sourced from nearby micro-farms. Traditional afternoon tea is served in Safir, while the rooftop bar Sehara serves Mediterranean-inspired dishes with an emphasis on Italian specialties.
For more information visit raffles.com.
Hotel Les Lumieres Versailles, France
The new 31-room Les Lumieres Versailles—once known as the Hôtel du France—has opened just steps from the renowned Chateau de Versailles. Recently inducted into Relais & Chateaux, the world’s leading luxury hotel and restaurant association, Les Lumieres melds historic features with contemporary luxury, and promises a transformative journey of cultural immersion and personal discovery.
The historic property was given to Edouard Colbert and Antoine III de Gramont by the ‘Sun King’ Louis the XIV. Located on the historic Gramont and Villacerf pavilions, which date from the 17th and 19th centuries, the property underwent an ambitious restoration project and now resonates with splendor and majesty. From the central library to monthly lectures to the journals thoughtfully provided in each room, the hotel is a testament to an enlightened era.
Les Lumieres also echoes the splendor of “Grand Versailles” and its gardens. Guests wander through corridors intoxicated by refreshing floral fragrances crafted by renowned Versailles candlemaker Trudon, founded in 1643 on the threshold of the reign of Louis XIV.
Among the dining experiences, Le Cafe Pierre Herme Paris transports visitors to a bygone era, with 20-foot-high ceilings and windows offering panoramic views of the Place d’Armes. Here, urban clamor dissipates, and a gourmet journey begins.
For more information, visit leslumieres.com/en.
