10 New Luxury Hotels Opening in 2021 - Full-Time Travel

10 New Luxury Hotels Opening in 2021

10 New Luxury Hotels Opening in 2021  

While the travel world lay mostly dormant last year, the teams behind these hotels were busy readying themselves for the industry’s big comeback moment. Slated to open in 2021, each property is a reminder that your next vacation is tantalizing close, and it’s going to be an incredibly satisfying, well-deserved treat. Commence dreaming (or planning) now…

Ambiente: A Landscape Hotel

Ambiente: A Landscape Hotel
Sedona, Arizona

The elegant, ultra-modern guest atriums of Ambiente are designed to blend seamlessly into the backdrop of Sedona’s famous red rocks. Spend the day hiking, biking and rock climbing through one of America’s most beautiful landscapes, then return to the serenity of your cube-shaped atrium, complete with plush bedding, motorized drapery and a giant bathtub stocked with Le Labo products. Opt for an atrium with a private roof deck and stargaze from the daybed while a flickering fire pit keeps you warm.  

Aman New York

Aman New York
New York, New York

What better destination for a hotel that values serenity and wellbeing than a city as frenetic as New York? Aman’s long-awaited NYC location opens this spring in Midtown’s Crown Building, boasting 83 spacious rooms and suites (complete with working fireplaces) and 22 private residences. If the hotel’s restaurants, wine cellar and jazz club weren’t impressive enough, there’s also a flagship Aman wellness center. Spread over three floors, it’s home to seven spa treatment suites, two unique Banya and Hammam Spa Houses with private outdoor terraces, and a 20-meter indoor swimming pool.

Montage Big Sky

Montage Big Sky
Big Sky, Montana

If the pandemic has you longing for time in the great outdoors, book yourself a stay at the Montage Big Sky in Montana. Situated about an hour’s drive from Yellowstone National Park and featuring skin-in/ski-out access to Big Sky Resort, the hotel’s location is as glorious during summer as it is in winter. Indoors, the new Montage has plush interiors incorporating regional woods and stone, plus giant windows to frame those jaw-dropping mountain views.  

Paradero Todos Santos

Paradero Todos Santos
Baja California Sur, Mexico

Paradero’s new hotel in sunny Todos Santos is practically camouflaged within its environment. Warm sand-toned interiors, beige concrete and locally made furnishings produced from natural materials are entirely at home amid acres of unspoiled, cacti-dotted farmland. But beyond the hip aesthetic, what makes Paradero Todos Santos special is its experiences-inclusive approach. Surfing at Cerritos or San Pedrito beach, guided hiking and mountain biking along the Pacific coast bluffs, hands-on farming tutorials, and Baja taco tours are all included in the nightly rate, which starts at $550. 

explora Salar de Uyuni

explora Salar de Uyuni
Salt Flats, South America

Ready to release your pent-up wanderlust? Join explora on its brand new 8-10 night journey, staying at its Atacama hotel in Chile and Uyuni lodge in Bolivia. Accompanied by an explora guide and a local driver, you’ll experience the peaceful terracotta mountains of the Atacama Desert and the mind-melting, endless Uyuni Salt Flat. It’s an immersive adventure through two of the world’s most unique landscapes.

Desa Potato Head

Desa Potato Head
Bali, Indonesia

Following the 2020 launch of Potato Head Studios - Desa Potato Head’s 168 guest room hotel – the property will expand this year, becoming Bali’s first “creative village.” Billed as “a multidimensional experience which transcends hospitality,” the new-look Desa Potato Head will incorporate a farm-to-table restaurant, multifunctional art gallery, environmentally driven kids club, amphitheater, beachfront pool, recording studio and a subterranean discotheque. What more could you ask for?

Habitas AlUla

Habitas AlUla
AlUla, Saudi Arabia

Habitas, which you might know from its Tulum  location, announced a new hotel concept in Saudi Arabia’s rapidly developing Ashar Valley. Surrounded by desert canyons full of hidden tombs and ancient monuments, the new Habitas hotel is part of the region’s burgeoning tourism industry (several high-end hotel brands including Bayan Tree and Aman are opening resorts nearby). The property’s 100 stand-alone capsules are sustainably made and maintained, and, true to the Habitas ethos, there’s a strong focus on ritual experiences that immerse guests in the local culture and landscape.

Six Senses Shaharut

Six Senses Shaharut
Shaharut Negev Desert, Israel

Drive through otherworldly deserts en route from Tel Aviv or Jerusalem and you’ll eventually see the inconspicuous outline of Six Senses Shaharut. The resort’s 60 suites and villas are designed to melt into the natural terrain, and some even come complete with their own private pool oasis. Guests at the Six Senses Shaharut can try camel trekking, mountain biking, hiking trails and parks, or indulge in traditional treatments and customized wellness experiences, including a hammam, at the resort’s on-site spa.

Borgo Santandrea

Borgo Santandrea
Amalfi, Italy

The Borgo Santandrea on Italy’s Amalfi Coast is basically our post-pandemic travel dreams come to life. This boutique hotel offers 29 rooms and 16 suites set into terraced grounds above one of Amalfi’s rare sandy beaches. Picture yourself enjoying panoramic views of the azure ocean from the privacy of your elegant bedroom, or catching rays by the seaside pool (one of only two in the region) with a glass of prosecco.

Kalesma Mykonos

Kalesma Mykonos
Mykonos, Greece

Kalesma, meaning ‘inviting’ in Greek, is everything you could want from a Mykonos hotel – a family-run boutique property with whitewashed walls, a shaded courtyard restaurant serving traditional wood-fired dishes and ocean views that capture both sunrise and sunset. What’s more, each of Kalesma’s suites and villas come with private pools, which is ideal if you’re feeling too chilled to venture down the hill to Ornos Bay for a swim. Perhaps our favorite feature, though, is the hotel’s team of friendly locals, including an “experiences concierge” who will help you find secluded swimming caves, delicious eateries, hip beach clubs and quiet coves.

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There's more to Greece than the white and blue buildings and the surrounding Mediterranean Sea. If you're planning a visit, check out these places below!

📍Kokkinopilos. Preveza
📍Verliga Dragon lake, Thessaly
📍Ithaca island, lonian Sea
📍Aoos springs lake, Epirus
📍Lake Prespes, Macedonia
📍Balda di Stringa waterfalls, Epirus
📍Meteora, Thessaly
📍Pelion, Thessaly
📍Lake Zorika, Epirus
📍Mt Lakmos
📍Crete island, Aegean Sea
📍Gistova Dragon lake, Macedonia

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Swim or kayak through the limestone cliffs of the Twin Lagoon, a must-visit destination for those traveling to Coron, Palawan, Philippines. It is called "twin" lagoon because it consists of two lagoons separated by a limestone cliff, with one lagoon on top of the other. The water in the inner lagoon is warm and clear, with a stunning turquoise color that makes it popular for swimming and snorkeling.

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Take a dip in a series of seven saltwater lagoons located in the Atacama Desert of northern Chile. The Lagoons of Baltinache are known for their beautiful turquoise waters and unique geological formations. The high concentration of minerals in the water gives it a unique buoyancy that makes swimming in the lagoons a unique experience.

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Watching the sun rise above the clouds at Haleakalā National Park is one of the most memorable experiences you could have. Haleakalā is a Hawaiian name that means “House of the Sun” and is an awesome place to watch the clear night sky and stars fade away as the sun lights up the sky and the earth.

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Just 1 hour from Shanghai by train, Cherry Blossom Valley is a popular tourist destination, particularly in the spring when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom. The valley is named after the thousands of cherry blossom trees that cover the area and create a stunning display of pink and white flowers. The trees were originally planted in the 1980s by a group of Japanese experts who were invited to China to help with reforestation efforts. The best time to visit is typically in late March or early April. Get there early to beat the crowds!

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New Zealand is unbelievable. See it for yourself:

1. Fiordland National Park
2. A classic backcountry hut trip
3. Blue Pools walk
4. Hooker Lake
5. Milford Sound
6. Lake Pukaki

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Surrounded by lush greenery, towering karst mountains, and the river flowing through, the Detian Waterfall is a popular tourist attraction and a symbol of the close relationship between China and Vietnam. It is the largest waterfall in Asia and the fourth largest cross-border waterfall in the world.

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Escape to a serene and peaceful oasis away from the bustling city of Marrakech at Le Jardin Secret—a beautiful and historic garden where visitors can escape the noise and chaos and enjoy the beauty of nature. The garden was originally built in the 16th century and is home to many different species of plants, including exotic flowers, citrus trees, and palm trees.

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For a magical moment and bucket list travel experience, visit the end point of the annual monarch butterfly migration. Starting in August, the monarchs travel 2,800 miles south from Canada, making a temporary home amid the towering trees of the Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve in Mexico, where the two most popular sanctuaries to view them are el Rosario in the state of Michoacan and Piedra Herrada in Estado de México. Standing in silence while thousands of delicate wings beat in unison is something you'll never forget.

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There's just something beautiful about snow covered landscapes like this popular attraction in southwestern Utah. Known for its unique geology, @brycecanyonnps_gov consists of a series of natural amphitheaters, called "hoodoos," formed by erosion of the rock layers.

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As we experience a couple more weeks of winter, we can't help but dream of tropical destinations like Hawaii. The warm water, sunny skies, and consistent waves make it an ideal destination for surfers. Hawaii has a vibrant surf culture and community and is also a beautiful place to explore outside of the water, with lush green mountains, stunning beaches, and unique cultural experiences.

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5 PLACES IN THE U.S. THAT FEEL LIKE ANOTHER PLANET:
1. @sequoiakingsnps, California
2. @canyonlandsnps, Utah
3. @olympic_nps, Washington
4. @whitesandsnps, New Mexico
5. Vermillion Cliffs National Monument, Arizona
6. Knik Glacier, Alaska

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