The year isn’t over yet—some of the most exciting hotel debuts are still ahead. From vineyard châteaux in Burgundy to barefoot hideaways in Indonesia, 2025’s final months promise a wave of high-profile openings around the globe.

Ardbeg House – Isle of Islay, Scotland

Whisky fans can look forward to the opening of Ardbeg Housein September 2025, a new hotel part of LVMH. Once the Islay Hotel, this property has been transformed into a snug haven with views over the harbor. Each of the 12 themed rooms by designer Russell Sage tells the story of the legendary distillery, while intimate spaces such as the whisky cave, restaurant and courtyard bar bring Scottish hospitality to life. Nightly rates from $300.

Wilderness Magashi Peninsula – Akagera National Park, Rwanda

Wilderness Magashi Peninsula – Akagera National Park, Rwanda

Wilderness Magashi Peninsula – Akagera National Park, Rwanda

Wilderness Magashi Peninsula launches in September 2025 within a private concession in Rwanda’s Akagera National Park. Well suited for families and groups, the retreat features a four-bedroom villa and two twin suites, spaced apart for maximum privacy. Guests can expect personalized guiding and wellness rituals inspired by the surrounding landscape. As it’s part of the prestigious sustainablity-focused Wilderness brand, the lodge operates fully on solar power and invests in local partnerships. Nightly rates start from approximately $3,000 per person.

Aliée Istanbul,

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Aliée Istanbul – Istanbul, Turkey

Aliée Istanbul, part of the Paris Society Collection, is opening fully this September after a soft launch earlier in the year. Set on the shores of the Golden Horn, the property brings together 122 rooms spread across four historic vaulted buildings. With dining led by a Michelin-lauded chef, a farm-to-table garden restaurant and a relaxed all-day Living Room concept, the hotel is a hub for culinary excellence. Nightly rates from $926.

Park Hyatt Los Cabos at Cabo del Sol

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Park Hyatt Los Cabos at Cabo del Sol – Cabo del Sol, Mexico

Opening October 2025, the Park Hyatt Los Cabos at Cabo del Sol is poised to mark Hyatt’s debut on the Baja California Sur coastline. This ultra-luxury flagship will feature 163 keys, many with private plunge pools and views of the Sea of Cortez. Guests can choose between five dining concepts, and there will be an expansive wellness complex. Nightly rates from $1,380.

The Claremont

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Claremont Boutique Hotel – Cape Town, South Africa

Another October 2025 opening, the 15-room Claremont Boutique Hotel (no website) comes from the safari-focused Sabi Sabi Collection. Nestled against the dramatic backdrop of Table Mountain in Cape Town, the vibe here is contemporary South African chic with laid-back coastal ease. Nightly rates TBD.

Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai

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Mandarin Oriental Downtown – Dubai, UAE

The Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai will make its debut in October 2025, adding a new jewel to the brand’s Middle Eastern portfolio. Located in the Burj Khalifa district, the 259-room hotel blends sleek GCC architecture with Mandarin Oriental’s signature Asian-inspired service ethos. Other perks include a state-of-the-art spa and unobstructed views of the city skyline and Arabian Gulf. The property will also feature Dubai’s first-ever Mandarin Oriental branded residences available for lease. Nightly rates from $464.

Shakti Prana – Kumaon, India

Shakti Himalaya unveils the new seven-suite, solar-powered Shakti Prana in October 2025. A mountaintop retreat framing Himalayan views, the lodge is made up of stone cabins (one is a two-bedroom suite), each with a sitting room with open fireplace. Rooms are only bookable via Shakti Himalaya itineraries (for example, a five night Village Walks experience, including three nights at Shakti Prana, starts from $6,450 per person).

Naples Beach Club, A Four Seasons Resort

Naples Beach Club, A Four Seasons Resort

Naples Beach Club, A Four Seasons Resort – Naples, Florida, USA

The Naples Beach Club, A Four Seasons Resort is scheduled to open in October 2025, introducing Four Seasons to Florida’s Gulf Coast for the first time. Rising on the site of the beloved Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club, the reimagined resort sits on over 1,000 feet of prime white-sand beachfront. Highlights include a signature restaurant by James Beard Award-winning chef Gavin Kaysen and a new 18-hole golf course by legendary golf architect Tom Fazio. Nightly rates from $1,100.

Château de la Commaraine

Château de la Commaraine

Château de la Commaraine – Burgundy, France

Opening in November 2025,Château de la Commaraine (the new sister property to Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa) will become Burgundy’s first five-star hotel set within a working vineyard. Guests will be able to stay just steps from the vines, enjoying gourmet dining and immersive tastings. Nightly rates TBD.

Maya Hotel Courchevel 1850

Maya Hotel Courchevel 1850

Maya Hotel Courchevel 1850 – Courchevel, France

Maya Hotel Courchevel 1850 debuts in December 2025 as a boutique chalet retreat at the heart of one of the French Alps’ most prestigious ski resort. Blending French glamour with Japanese-inspired elegance, the property is made of just 14 keys, including the Lalique Suite and Lalique Apartment adorned with custom glass works by Maison Lalique. Expect beauty treatments by Japanese beauty brand Forlle’d; ski-in/ski-out access; and full-hotel buyout options. Nightly rates from$1825 with a two- to five-night minimum, depending on the season.

Nihi Rote – Rote Island, Indonesia

From the creators of highly hyped Nihi Sumba comes Nihi Rote (no website), opening in winter 2025 on Indonesia’s remote Rote Island. The resort will feature 23 pool villas along the wild shoreline of Bo’a Beach, balancing barefoot luxury with meaningful community engagement. With an onsite academy to train locals in hospitality, Nihi Rote stays true to the brand’s ethos of social impact. Nightly rates from $2,090.