With new hotels constantly emerging worldwide, Recommend has curated a selection of intriguing properties that cater to various traveler preferences. From luxury resorts to boutique escapes, these fresh additions offer unique experiences and amenities that can meet the diverse needs of any client, whether they’re seeking adventure, relaxation or cultural immersion.
Hotel Rio Guayas, Ecuador
Situated along the Guayas River in Guayaquil, Ecuador, considered the “Gateway to the Galapagos,” is the new Hotel Rio Guayas.
Hotel Rio Guayas features 16 suites and 20 guestrooms, gourmet restaurants and bars offering traditional Ecuadorian cuisine and international dishes, a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and event spaces for weddings and other social gatherings.
“We are incredibly excited to welcome guests to Hotel Rio Guayas and to share the rich cultural tapestry of Guayaquil with the world. Our goal is to provide an unparalleled experience that combines luxury, comfort and a deep connection to the local heritage,” said Sebastian Vergara, President & CEO of Art Hotels Ecuador, in a press statement. “As we prepare to open our doors, we invite travelers to immerse themselves in the history and beauty of Las Penas, while enjoying the exceptional service and amenities that Art Hotels Ecuador is renowned for.”
The fourth boutique hotel for Art Hotels Ecuador, an Ecuadorian-owned and operated hotel brand, Hotel Rio Guayas is situated in the historic neighborhood of Las Penas, the first neighborhood of Guayaquil with over 400 years of history. Declared a cultural heritage site in 1982, Las Penas is home to many historical figures, including presidents, musicians and poets.
For more information, visit hotelrioguayas.com/us.
Anantara Ubud Bali Resort, Indonesia
The new Anantara Ubud Bali Resort will become the second property from Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas on the Indonesian island when it opens on Oct. 1, 2024.
The resort is situated next to the village of Banjar Puhu and minutes away from the town of Ubud in Bali. It boasts 85 suites and villas and 15 residences. Your clients traveling from the airport to the resort will pass winding countryside roads flanked by rice paddies and traditional Ubud houses.
Influenced by Hindu traditions and juxtaposed with Javanese elements, the 570-sq.-ft. suites offer views of the surrounding jungle. The resort’s 1-bedroom villa features a spacious living area, an outdoor terrace and a private infinity-edge pool. Its 2-bedroom villas offer furnishings crafted from natural materials and neutral color palettes.
Anantara Ubud Bali offers open-air and specialty restaurants serving sustainable Balinese and international cuisines with locally sourced organic produce. The property also includes an adults-only swimming pool and family-friendly pool, a yoga deck for outdoor yoga, a fully equipped gym, a Kids’ Club and the Anantara Spa.
Guests can also enjoy arts and crafts workshops, cultural performances and cooking classes. Beyond the resort, your clients can explore Hindu temples and shrines and visit Central Ubud’s trendy eateries, boutiques and art galleries.
For more information, visit anantara.com.
Casa de las Artes, Spain
The newly opened Casa de las Artes, part of The Melia Collection, has debuted in Madrid’s Barrio de las Letras. Its name honors the seven fine arts, a nod to the area’s rich literary heritage.
The boutique property boasts only 12 rooms that range from the Superior Room to the Deluxe Room, the Artist Junior Suite and the Fine Arts Suite with Terrance. The interior design and decor was crafted by architect Alvaro Sans and interior designer Adriana Sans from the ASAH studio, in collaboration with Melia Hotels International. Their work was inspired by Miguel de Cervantes, the Spanish novelist, poet and playwright who lived in the neighborhood.
Nestled between Calle Atocha and Calle Moratin, Casa de las Artes offers a rich offering of activities and events designed to immerse travelers in the seven fine arts. Guests can engage with culture through an array of workshops, temporary exhibitions, film series and more.
Among its cultural spaces is the private cinema inspired by the classic Hollywood screening rooms of the 1950s. The hotel also features several leisure spaces including a quaint library, a thermal pool and a fitness center. Guests can also enjoy MACHE, the hotel’s restaurant whose name draws inspiration from the visual arts and is situated in the historic Spanish Railways Association building.
For more information, visit melia.com.
Mandarin Oriental Qianmen, Beijing
Featuring 42 courtyard houses in a traditional Chinese hutong neighborhood is the new Mandarin Oriental Qianmen, Beijing.
Rooms at the new luxury hotel range from the Deluxe Courtyard to the Residential and Mandarin Courtyard. Dining experiences at the Mandarin Oriental Qianmen include Yan Garden, where Michelin-starred Chef Fei and his team present guests with Cantonese cuisine; TIAO, the property’s contemporary cocktail bar and the Italian-inspired, VICINI. In addition, for guests interested in taking their tea time, there’s the Maple Lounge serving tea in the hotel’s courtyard.
The hotel also includes the Spa at Mandarin Oriental and a fitness center. Designed by Chinese artist Xu Bing, the property incorporates his original “Square Character Calligraphy,” which arranges alphabets into rectangular forms that resemble Chinese characters.
Situated within Beijing’s Central Axis, the hotel’s location is ideal for your clients eager to experience the capital’s most iconic sites. To mark its grand opening, the hotel is offering an exclusive Opening Offer deal curated to immerse guests in its authentic surroundings while adding a touch of luxury to their stay.
Valid now until Feb. 2025, the offer provides guests with a daily credit to use at the hotel’s restaurants and bar, the spa or for other services. Daily breakfast at VICINI or in-room dining is also included along with a limousine transfer from Beijing airports or train stations and 24-hour butler service.
For more information, visit mandarinoriental.com/beijing.
eriro, Austria
eriro, a 9-bedroom retreat accessible mainly by cable car, has officially opened its doors to guests in the Tyrolean Alps of Ehrwald, Austria.
Derived from the Old German High word meaning “the entrance of the forest,” eriro’s philosophy is to connect guests with the surrounding natural environment. Situated over 5,000 ft. above sea level, eriro invites guests to experience the region’s Alpine traditions through its personalized guest offerings.
Guests have access to one of eriro’s three in-house guides who specialize in nature and wilderness journeys. Guests may choose to embark on guided barefoot hikes through the forest, meditate in the wilderness, mountain bike or climb, learn to craft using local techniques with raw materials like wood and stone from the mountain or give yodeling a try.
Conceptualized by hoteliers Amelie and Dominik Posch, alongside Christina and Martin Spielmann, and crafted by timber construction expert Andreas Mader, eriro features only nine luxury suites in a minimalistic design that blend with the surrounding mountain range. Architect Martin Gruber utilized locally sourced, organic materials such as stone and wood from the area to give each of the nine rooms an authentic Alpine feel.
The eriro spa offers holistic treatments and massages, and guests can enjoy the property’s restaurant led by Chef David Franken. Guests can expect dishes that showcase the seasonal fare of the mountains with meals prepared using local wood, stone and grains, that are cooked over an open flame—adding depth, intensity and distinctive flavors and textures to each meal.
For more information, visit eriro.com.
