Jet-setting clients will appreciate these elegant and exciting hotels around the globe.
Kimpton Los Monteros Debuts in Marbella
IHG Hotels & Resorts has opened the Kimpton Los Monteros Marbella. Originally established in 1962, Los Monteros set the standard for luxury hospitality on the Costa del Sol, becoming Spain’s first hotel to earn a Michelin Star. Now, following an extensive transformation, Kimpton blends history with contemporary luxury, offering guests new dining and wellness experiences.
Kimpton Los Monteros features 195 guestrooms, including 60 suites, many with private terraces and panoramic sea views. As part of Kimpton’s signature approach, the hotel is also pet-friendly. With gastronomy at its heart, Michelin-starred Executive Chef Jose Carlos Garcia—celebrated for his acclaimed restaurant at Muelle Uno dock—curates an unparalleled culinary experience across the resort’s vibrant dining venues, from Mediterranean cuisine at Jara Restaurant to Mexican-inspired dishes at Escondido Rooftoop.
Guests can indulge in a world-class wellness retreat featuring a state-of-the-art spa by Maison CODAGE; daily yoga and fitness sessions; the Racket Club, offering tennis and paddle courts for sports enthusiasts; and nearby access to La Cabane Dolce & Gabbana Beach Club, a jet-set favorite for beachfront luxury.
For more information, visit kimptonlosmonterosmarbella.com.
Sofitel Debuts in Cairo
Sofitel has unveiled the Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile, a 5-star luxury hotel overlooking the Nile River. The hotel offers 615 guestrooms and 52 suites across 24 floors, each with private balconies, spa-like bathrooms and city or river views.
Located near the bustling Tahrir Square, guests can explore local markets and try traditional Egyptian cuisine. The hotel is also a short distance away from the Cairo Opera House, the infamous Giza Pyramids, the Cairo Citadel medieval fortress and the Ancient Coptic Quarter with its iconic churches.
Dining highlights include Jayda Nile Terrace, offering Egyptian-Lebanese flavors, Kamala for East Asian cuisine and Stage One nightclub. The onsite spa features a Jacuzzi, saunas and treatments blending French beauty rituals with Egyptian traditions. Guests can unwind at the expansive outdoor pool or stay active at the state-of-the-art fitness center.
Guests of the Luxury Club rooms and suites are also invited to join Club Millesime where they will have access to personal concierge butlers as well as complimentary breakfast, beverages and delicacies throughout their stay, further elevating the entire guest experience.
For more information, visit all.accor.com.
The Capra’s Valais Ski Safari in Switzerland
The Capra, a 5-star luxury wellness hotel in Saas-Fee, in the Swiss Alps, is inviting travelers to embark on its Valais Ski Safari, exploring some of Switzerland’s most coveted ski destinations.
Reopened for the 2025 winter season, The Capra has transformed into a 38-room boutique luxury hotel. Originally introduced in 2015, the hotel has undergone extensive renovations, including the addition of 14 new rooms—featuring six double rooms, seven junior suites and a penthouse suite—along with a major expansion to its world-class spa.
Guests can unwind in the hotel’s new relaxation areas, fitness room and yoga/Pilates studio. The Capra’s award-winning hospitality was recently recognized with two Michelin Guide Keys in October 2024.
Saas-Fee boasts over 1,200 miles of slopes spanning 34 world-class resorts. Guests of The Capra can ski across glaciers and explore legendary slopes at Saas-Fee, Zermatt, Crans-Montana and Verbier—all with the convenience of private car or helicopter transfers. Guided by Swiss-certified ski experts, each day’s itinerary is tailored to your client’s preferences, whether they seek thrilling off-piste adventures or scenic runs with panoramic views.
For more information, visit capra.ch.
COMO Le Montrachet in Burgundy
COMO Le Montrachet welcomes guests back for the season with a reimagined retreat made for immersive vineyard experiences and world-class gastronomy in the heart of Burgundy. This season, COMO Le Montrachet invites guests to savor authentic Burgundian flavors through exclusive pastry-making classes with Pastry Chef Adrien Lacombe. Limited to just four participants.
For those seeking a deeper culinary journey, guests can:
- Join an immersive cookery class
- Explore Beaune’s markets alongside a local chef to source seasonal ingredients before preparing a traditional four-course Burgundian meal
- Private vintage car tours through Burgundy’s vineyards, featuring personalized wine tastings at historic estates
- Guided e-bike tours along the Côte de Beaune, with scenic stops for curated wine tastings
Whether your clients are indulging in Michelin-worthy cuisine, exploring storied vineyards or unwinding in a tranquil countryside setting, COMO Le Montrachet promises an unforgettable escape in one of the world’s most revered wine regions.
For more information, visit comohotels.com.
The Maidstone New Orleans
New Orleans welcomes a new addition to its hotel scene with the official opening of The Maidstone New Orleans. Under the ownership of ISMD, following their transformation of The Maidstone East Hampton in 2024, this new property marks the brand’s expansion into the South.
Originally established in 1956 as the Crescent Motel, a classic American motor lodge, The Maidstone New Orleans has undergone renovations while preserving its original look and feel. Located in the Mid-City neighborhood, The Maidstone New Orleans features 18 rooms and suites, including eight King Rooms, eight Queen Rooms and two King Suites.
The Maidstone’s other highlights include:
- A saltwater pool with a bathing deck and tiled wall fountain
- Vibrant outdoor furnishings
- The Moon Garden, featuring a sunken fire pit
For more information, visit themaidstoneneworleans.com.
