Hottest Hotel Openings of 2024: Top Picks by LVK Travel

I'm excited to share the most hotly anticipated openings from dozens of brands debuting new outposts and restoring or renovating existing properties. Whether you're looking for a budget-conscious hotel where your points can save you cash, a splurge-worthy luxe getaway on the other side of the planet or a boutique property in one of your favorite cities, this list is chock-full of hotels worth planning an entire trip around.

The Ranch Hudson Valley in New York

Hudson Valley remains a hotbed of cool hotels, the newest being the second outpost from wellness brand The Ranch. The brand's debut property, The Ranch Malibu, captured the hearts (and shrunk the waistlines) of wellness-minded travelers — and we're sure the new East Coast retreat will do the same. Located in a historic estate with a striking Italian masonry stone facade, the 25-key property will offer three- and four-night stays that follow The Ranch's signature wellness programming.

Wilderness Desert Rhino Camp in Namibia

Wilderness Safaris' Desert Rhino Camp is undergoing an extensive reimagination tied to the safari outfitter's 20th anniversary supporting the Save the Rhino Trust and its efforts to ensure the survival of rhinoceros species throughout Africa, including the desert-adapted black rhinos that roam in the territory surrounding the camp. The new accommodations will comprise of eight Meru-style stretched-canvas tents designed to blend into the ochre- and gold-hued surrounding scenery. Guests will spend their days tracking wildlife like elephants and lions through the rocky desert landscapes then relax with a poolside cocktail or with dinners featuring sustainably sourced local ingredients around the campfire or by candlelight on the open-air deck under the stars.

Nobu Hotels & Residences in Toronto

Nobu is making its Canadian debut, and I'm already wowed by what's in store for the brand's forthcoming Toronto hotel and residences. Located above the landmark Pilkington Glass Factory, with two enormous towers overlooking the city and Lake Ontario, the urban property will feature 660 residential units, with the hotel's 36 suites nestled into the top of the west tower. Other hotel features will include a sure-to-be-chic wellness facility and — of course — a Nobu restaurant.

Hotel Bardo Savannah in Georgia

The Bardo concept is described as a beacon for the well traveled, and Hotel Bardo Savannah is tailor-made haven for that demographic, with luxurious rooms and suites with warm pops of color, textured accents like green velvet couches, ample natural light and Frette linens. Guests can enjoy hand-made pasta at Saint Bibiana, poolside Mediterranean fare at Bar Bibi and morning coffee or a cheeky nightcap at the hotel's lobby bar, Green Room. Those who frequent this Southern city should look into the property's private club, Club Bardo, which gives members exclusive access to a private clubhouse, pool and fitness facilities along with perks like complimentary valet and house accounts.

Raffles Singapore on Sentosa Island

The newest addition to the Raffles collection of ultra-luxury hotels will welcome guests August 2024 to its all-villa beachfront property on Sentosa Island, one of the most exclusive resorts in Asia and just a whisper away from the buzz of central Singapore. The legend continues with a modern interpretation of the iconic Raffles brand offering the highest expression of luxury in extensive tropical gardens with scenic views across the South China Sea, creating an island haven in the city.

The Hoxton Vienna in Austria

The Hoxton, Vienna has it all: a moody basement speak-easy, a poolside bar on the roof, 196 rooms that lean into free-spirited 20th-century Viennese design — and it's even debuting its own in-house event space. This property is a modernist gem in the Austrian capital's 3rd district, just a stone's throw from some of Vienna's coolest cultural sites, tons of eclectic shops and excellent bars and restaurants. Design denizens will be in heaven in this retro-chic space from the creative mind of Carl Appel (think 1950s-inspired elements and vintage furniture).

Six Senses La Sagesse in Grenada

The first location of IHG's luxury wellness brand to open in the Caribbean, Six Senses La Sagesse unfurls across 38 lush acres, between two powdery white-sand beaches and a lagoon. Throughout the property, expect decorative flourishes that pay homage to the island's cultural heritage as well as a surfeit of natural, renewable and repurposed materials that stay true to the brand's eco-sensitive ethos. Expect luxe touches like outdoor terraces with private plunge pools, decadent deep soaking tubs and wellness-oriented amenities, including a lavish spa that hosts visiting practitioners and holistic pursuits like meditation, fire rituals and candlelit yoga.

Hottest Hotel Openings in 2024