Today’s luxury traveler is seeking more than five-star accommodations—they’re looking for meaningful connections to the places they visit. These five newly opened hotels answer that demand by blending thoughtful design, history and immersive experiences, creating stays that are as memorable as the destinations themselves.
History & Wine in France
History and wine come together at Château la Commaraine. This meticulously restored 12th-century estate has reopened as Burgundy’s first fully immersive five-star hotel set within a working Premier Cru Monopole vineyard.
Located in Pommard, just outside Beaune, the former residence of the Dukes of Burgundy blends more than 900 years of winemaking heritage with contemporary luxury, giving guests front-row access to one of France’s most celebrated wine regions. The 37-room property overlooks the estate’s vineyards, with accommodations ranging from elegant guestrooms to distinctive suites, including one housed inside the château’s medieval tower.
The experience extends well beyond the guestroom with vineyard tours, cellar tastings and seasonal wine experiences at Domaine de la Commaraine, complemented by two restaurants led by acclaimed French chefs, a heated pool and a myBlend spa. Personalized itineraries—from hot-air balloon rides over Burgundy to private wine safaris and cycling excursions—offer travelers an insider’s perspective on the region’s rich culinary and viticultural traditions.
For more information, visit chateaulacommaraine.com.
Art, Cinema & Gastronomy in Spain
Hotel Palacio Bellas Artes San Sebastián, Curio Collection by Hilton
A century after first welcoming audiences as one of Spain’s earliest cinemas, Palacio Bellas Artes has taken on a starring role as one of San Sebastian’s newest luxury hotels. Meticulously restored, the 1914 Beaux Arts landmark has reopened as Hotel Palacio Bellas Artes San Sebastian, Curio Collection by Hilton, where cinematic history, contemporary design and the city’s celebrated culinary scene come together under one roof.
Located steps from the Old Town, La Concha Beach and San Sebastian’s famed pintxos bars, the 81-room hotel preserves many of the building’s original architectural details, from its restored dome to the former theater stage, while weaving film-inspired touches throughout the guest experience.
Each room showcases an original work by Basque artist Lander Andonegi, transforming the hotel into a living gallery. At the heart of the property is Lotu, the signature restaurant from chef Andoni Luis Aduriz. The result is a stay that celebrates the city’s rich artistic, architectural and gastronomic heritage in equal measure.
For more information, visit hilton.com.
Nature & Sense of Place in Hawaii
Hale Hōkūala Kaua‘i, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hilton’s Curio Collection makes its Hawaii debut this fall with the opening of Hale Hōkūala Kaua‘i, a boutique-style resort set between Nāwiliwili Bay, Hāʻupu Mountain and the Jack Nicklaus-designed Ocean Course at Hōkūala. The 210-room retreat embraces indoor-outdoor living with open-air architecture, spacious private lānais and a design inspired by traditional Hawaiian bungalows.
Opening Oct. 1, the resort serves as both a tranquil escape and an ideal base for exploring Kaua‘i’s famed North Shore, Waimea Canyon and Hanalei Bay. Guests can spend their days golfing, biking scenic trails or visiting The Farm at Hōkūala, which preserves native Hawaiian canoe plants, before returning to a Portuguese- and Hawaiian-inspired signature restaurant, outdoor pool and wellness-focused amenities.
For more information, visit hilton.com.
Barefoot Luxury & Marine Adventure in the Maldives
V Villas Maldives at Mirihi – MGallery Collection
MGallery Collection makes its Maldives debut with V Villas Maldives at Mirihi, an all-villa retreat. Located on the private island of Mirihi in the South Ari Atoll, the 42-villa resort is surrounded by beaches and turquoise lagoons and features contemporary architecture inspired by Maldivian craftsmanship.
Accessible by a 30-minute seaplane flight from Malé, the resort features beachfront and overwater villas—including new pool villas—all with dedicated butler service. Experiences extend beyond the accommodations with ocean-to-table dining, holistic wellness at Mirihi Spa and the property’s signature M Moment: a private yacht journey through Ari Atoll to snorkel alongside whale sharks, manta rays and sea turtles.
Blending luxury with authentic local culture and marine adventure, V Villas Maldives at Mirihi offers an elevated take on one of the world’s most sought-after island destinations.
For more information, visit mgallery.accor.com.
Design & Sustainable Luxury in Greece
Eréma, a Member of Design Hotels
Perched on Cape Chalaka along the southeastern coast of Milos, Eréma brings contemporary Cycladic design to one of Greece’s most captivating islands. The 41-suite retreat, part of Design Hotels, blends seamlessly into the volcanic landscape, with architecture inspired by the island’s rugged terrain and natural ligh. Every suite features a private pool and views of the Aegean Sea.
Designed to achieve LEED Gold certification, at Eréma guests can savor modern variations of Cycladic cuisine by Greek chef Yiannis Kioroglou, unwind with mineral-inspired treatments at Elios Spa or explore Milos through curated experiences ranging from boat excursions to the cliffs of Kleftiko and sunrise visits to the rock formations of Sarakiniko.
With interiors crafted by local artisans and a deep connection to the island’s culture and landscape, Eréma offers a sophisticated retreat that captures the authentic spirit of the Cyclades.
For more information, visit erema.gr.
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