2021 has been a roller-coaster year, and we're already looking at what 2022 might have in store for us holidaymakers. There's a host of new hotels looking to make their mark and we've asked our expert product team to sort the wheat from the chaff. Here's a handpicked sleection of some of the very best hotels looking to set the new year alight in some of the globe's most stunning destinations. Take a look at our list below and if any of these brand new hotels take your interest, call our travel concierge for more information.
Anantara World Islands
What could be more exclusive than staying in the first resort on Dubai’s most exciting place to stay? This unique archipelago provides a previously unseen perspective on that skyline while providing all the space, privacy and attention that you need and deserve.
This is the ideal space for family getaways with some of the most spacious and well-designed villas in Dubai. Not only this but some villas feature their own private pool with beach access. Where else can you enjoy a private island villa experience while being just a ten-minute boat ride to Jumeirah Beach?
Four restaurants, a state-of-the-art gym and a host of exciting water sports round off this brand new hotel, which we expect to be one of Dubai’s most exciting destinations in 2022.
OBLU Xperience Ailafushi
Just a ten minute ride from Velana Airport, this latest addition to the OBLU Collection offers all inclusive elegance with a range of modern bars, mouth-watering restaurants and 'La Promenade', a boutique retail scene so that you can mix up your relaxation with some retail therapy.
Four accommodation types can be found here, ranging from Ocean View Family Rooms to the stunning Water Villas, each shaped like a traditional Maldivian boat, with direct access to the shimmering warm waters of the ocean. Guests on the Fushi Plan also enjoy the pleasure of unlimited access to non-motorised water sports equipment, snorkelling gear and a host of daily organsied activities.
This is one of the most affordable new luxury hotels in the Maldives, so don’t miss out!
Chable Maroma
From the minimalistic edge of the pool villas to the perspective-shifting approach to wellness, Chable Maroma prioritise well-being in a way that few other hotels have even come close. Set on the edge of the thick Yucatan jungle before a resplendent beach, the inspirational setting allows guests to fully relax instantaneously. The disconnection from wider society also makes it so easy to reset, put your phone to one side, and enjoy living in the present moment.
When it comes to dining, no stone is left unturned in the creation of truly unforgettable culinary moments. Chef Jorge Vallejo (Executive chef at Quintonil, one of “The 50 Best Restaurants In The World”) tutors and guides executive chef Luis Quiroz to create authentic Mayan dishes and regional dishes using organic ingredients and dynamic flavours.
Chable Maroma is one of the finest contemporary hotels in the whole of Mexico. You won’t believe how special this place is.
Rosewood Bermuda
When you stay somewhere like Rosewood Bermuda, you leave your expectations at the door. You know they’re going to blow you away, but how they achieve this is most of the fun. Stunning views of Castle Harbour, a world-class SENSE® Spa and pools surrounded by lush tropical greenery help frame every moment in the most magical way. Here, perfection is a state of being for the entirety of your stay.
It’s important for Caribbean hotels to represent their heritage, and there’s no better stage for this than the dining table. Island Brasserie serves steakhouse favourites with locally harvested ingredients in a casual setting. Guests can also enjoy regional cocktails prepared by expert mixologists at Conservatory Bar & Lounge. This is the ideal spot for pre-dinner drinks with views of the twinkling surf and mesmerising sunsets.
The Caribbean is set to be one of the most popular destinations in 2022, so make sure you’re staying somewhere magical, before it’s too late.
OBLU SELECT Lobigili
Welcome to the Maldives’ latest island of love. Opening in February 2022, OBLU SELECT Lobigili is a contemporary 5-star resort, exclusively for adults. With 68 rooms and suites, you'll find a host of exclusive tailor-made experiences made especially for couples. From enchanting sunsets to underwater dining at Only Blu, stunning views in the infinity pool to snorkelling in the vast reefs with the PADI Certified Dive School, find your happiness at OBLU SELECT Lobigili.
There’s really no better spot to while away the days with the one you love the most.
