Start Planning Now: Here Are the Chicest New Hotel Openings of 2023

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Vermelho Melides

Opening date: April 1, 2023

Owned and designed by Louboutin, this five-star, 13-room hotel is a pleasant hour-and-a-half drive from Lisbon. Filled with antiques, Portuguese tiles, Giuseppe Ducrot sculptures, farmhouse sinks, Carolina Irving upholstery, and more, Vermelho Melides is undeniably the most stylish new property in the country. 

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Vermelho Melides

Louboutin tapped several artisans to work on the hotel, including Greek artist Konstantin Kakanias, who painted the frescoes by hand.

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Vermelho Melides

The attention to detail at Vermelho Melides is second to none. 

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Courtesy of COMO Le Montrachet

Opening date: April 15, 2023

You might be familiar with celebrity-favorite COMO Shambhala Estate in Bali, but now the hotel group is opening its first-ever property in France. Housed in a freshly renovated 19th-century inn, COMO Le Montrachet is primely situated in the famous Burgundy wine region. 

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Courtesy of Carlton Cannes, a Regent Hotel

Opening date: March 13, 2023

Who wouldn't love to book a vacation on the French Riviera this year? I have a feeling the fashion set will make a beeline to Carlton Cannes, which opened last month after a meticulous two-year restoration. Boasting two new wings, the largest infinity pool in Cannes, and glorious ocean views, the hotel is bound to show up in your Instagram feed all summer long. 

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Courtesy of Carlton Cannes, a Regent Hotel

A press release from the hotel said it best: "A jewel of the Cote d'Azur revered by cinema stars, creatives, diplomats, and presidents for decades has returned to write the next chapter in its centennial history." 

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Drift Palm Springs

Opening date: March 15, 2023

Palm Springs has long been the weekend getaway of choice for the Hollywood elite. But now there's a fantastic new spot to book in the desert: Drift Palm Springs. Its interior design flawlessly combines steel, cedar, and brick to create a serene, organic aesthetic. In addition to studios, the hotel has one- to four-bedroom suites with kitchens.

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Drift Palm Springs

Drift Palm Springs also boasts a Baja-inspired restaurant, poolside cabanas, event space, a yoga studio, and more.

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Douglas Friedman/Courtesy of The Georgian Hotel

Opening date: April 4, 2023

First opened in 1933, this hotel has undergone careful renovation to preserve the property's original details. Situated smack-dab on Ocean Avenue in Santa Monica, The Georgian Hotel's beachfront location is hard to beat in L.A. County. 

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Douglas Friedman/Courtesy of The Georgian

The custom Art Deco finishes are definitely my favorite part of The Georgian Hotel's thoughtful renovation. 

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Courtesy of Faern Arosa Altein

Opening date: February 1, 2023

Skiiers will flock to the new Faern Arosa Altein, which has easy access to over a hundred miles of ski slopes. However, the summer season also offers a slew of alpine activities, including lake swimming, hiking, horseback riding, golfing, and more. 

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Courtesy of Faern Arosa Altein

A trip to the spa is definitely in order if you visit Faern Arosa Altein. 

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Josh Cho Photography

Opening date: Soft launch February 21, 2023

This one's personal for me as I visited Marina Riviera with my family almost yearly growing up. Following a complete renovation by the Casetta Group, the lakefront getaway in Southern California's mountain town of Big Bear has finally reopened. Built in 1968, the Viking-inspired lodge boasts 42 guestrooms and six two-bedroom cabins. The hotel is currently in a soft launch phase, with further additions expected to come later this year,  including a private beach, swimming pool, hot tub, sauna, and outdoor fire pits.

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Josh Cho Photography

Big Bear attracts droves of residents from San Diego and L.A. as it's the perfect destination less than three hours away. 

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Courtesy of Aleenta Retreat Chiang Mai

Opening date: April 6, 2023

News recently broke that White Lotus is filming its third season in Thailand, meaning the country will likely see a healthy boost in tourism. If you're searching for Thailand's best new hotel, look no further than the five-star Aleenta Retreat Chiang Mai. The four-bedroom teak villa is a standout amongst the property's 44 rooms. 

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Courtesy of Aleenta Retreat Chiang Mai

This resort looks like a picture of serenity. 

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Courtesy of Regent Hong Kong

Opening date: Soft launch March 16, 2023

Regent Hong Kong reopened in March after a two-year renovation led by the famed designer Chi Wing Lo. With panoramic views of Victoria Harbor, its serene interiors are a respite from hectic city life. Don't believe me? Peep the stunning Harbourside Restaurant pictured above. The hotel is currently in a soft launch phase, so reopenings of the spa, Regent Club, suites, and additional rooms will continue in the coming months.

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Courtesy of Regent Hong Kong

The five-star property includes four different delectable restaurants. 

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Montevalle Health & Wellness Resort

Opening date: January 17, 2023

Having grown up only 20 minutes from the Mexican border, I've traveled to Baja dozens of times. My latest obsession in the region is Montevalle Health & Wellness Resort in the buzzy wine region of Valle de Guadalupe. Located an hour and a half south of the San Diego border, this all-inclusive luxury resort is the ideal place to detox amongst olive trees and lavender fields. Plus, its wellness program is led by Dr. Carlos Bautista, an expert on natural and holistic therapies.

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Yi Hotel Mykonos

Opening date: June 2023

I don't have to tell you that fashionable travelers flock to Mykonos like moths to a flame. This summer, there will be a buzzy new hotspot in town: Yi Hotel Mykonos. Activities on offer include boat excursions, horseback riding, olive-oil tastings, jetskiing, in-room spa treatments, and more.

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Courtesy of Ember Locke

Opening date: July 2023

According to a recent press release from Ember Locke, the hotel's design draws inspiration from a historic London department store. "Drawing inspiration from the iconic Art Deco style of Derry & Tom's Department store and the golden age of Kensington, the design channels a glamorous midcentury aesthetic complete with ample green spaces." Ember Locke offers studios and one- and two-bedroom apartments, all of which have in-room kitchens. 

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Courtesy of Ember Locke

The property includes a bar, restaurant, co-working spaces, meeting areas, and private gardens.