2026 is shaping up to be a landmark year for hotel openings across North America. From the alpine peaks of Colorado to the sun-drenched shores of Florida and the cultural hubs of Manhattan and Austin, an exciting array of new properties is set to redefine what it means to stay in style. These upcoming openings span iconic brands, boutique newcomers, and transformative redesigns—all united by a commitment to bold architecture, immersive design, and meaningful guest experiences.
From the elegance steps from Grand Central Station, to sky luxury in Colorado to secluded escapes on the shores of Florida, this curated list of the 26 most anticipated hotel openings for 2026 in North America offers a first look at what the travel industry will be buzzing about.
Kindred Resort - Projected opening: January 2026
Kindred Resort is the crown jewel of Keystone’s River Run Village in Keystone, Colorado. This ski-in, ski-out luxury destination offers immediate access to the slopes, a full-service spa, exceptional dining, and curated concierge service. Kindred welcomes pets, features original artwork, and is one of the few properties in Summit County with air conditioning. Its exclusive Kindred Club, the first luxury alpine club in the region, offers year-round perks for members. With ski valet, room service, and unmatched mountain access, Kindred is designed for adventurers, relaxation-seekers, and those who believe in forging unforgettable moments together.
Kimpton Ashbel - Projected opening: January 2026
Just steps from Grand Central Station, Kimpton Ashbel will bring refined elegance to Midtown Manhattan. Housed in a reimagined 1928 Beaux-Arts building, the 205-room hotel blends townhouse charm with modern sophistication. Guests will enjoy serene interiors with organic textures, gold accents, and sweeping views of Park Avenue and the Empire State Building. Social spaces include a fireplace-lit living room and a cozy family room beside a signature café offering locally sourced bites and curated cocktails.
The Baby Grand - Projected opening: February 2026
The Baby Grand is CH Projects’ bold new hotel across from the legendary Hotel Del Coronado. With just 31 rooms and design by Brooklyn’s Post Company, this $17 million boutique escape reimagines Southern California’s coastal charm through a surreal, maximalist lens. Expect immersive spaces layered with vintage tapestries, sculptural decor, and Kubrickian-style minibar displays. Three standout dining concepts include Night Hawk, a modern Greek restaurant set in a lush, jungle-like entryway; Fallen Empire, a moody oyster and champagne bar; and a mysterious omakase spot, all contributing to a dreamlike collision of nostalgia and futurism.
White Elephant Aspen - Projected opening: February 2026
White Elephant Resorts, renowned for its coastal luxury in Nantucket and stylish charm in Palm Beach, is expanding west with the opening of White Elephant Aspen. Set in the Rocky Mountains, this boutique hotel blends mountain contemporary design with modern luxe—think Roman clay walls, pitted brass, and warm natural textures. Guests can expect elevated amenities like ski lockers, a private slope shuttle, outdoor hot tubs, a pool, and complimentary bikes. Located in Aspen’s scenic Roaring Fork Valley, the hotel offers four-season appeal (from golden autumn hikes to world-class skiing), bringing White Elephant’s signature style and hospitality to Colorado’s most iconic mountain town.
The Sunny - Projected opening: Early 2026
The Sunny will welcome guests to Sunny Isles Beach, Florida, after a historic transformation by HB Capital Group. Formerly Newport Beachside Hotel & Resort, The Sunny is being transformed into a robust resort-style property and will offer 339 spacious guest rooms, an eclectic private art collection, six food and beverage outlets, a fitness center, spa & salon, ocean-front pool with tiki bar and fire pits, beach club and over 22,000 square feet of event space, including an outdoor terrace that offers one of the few oceanfront event spaces in Miami Beach and the only pier restaurant in Miami on the ocean.
JW Marriott Houston Downtown - Projected opening: Early 2026
The reimagined JW Marriott Houston Downtown will unveil a major expansion that unites the historic Samuel F. Carter Building with the adjacent 1920s Battelstein’s Building. The project adds 56 rooms for a total of 384 guest rooms and 89 suites, creating the largest collection of luxury accommodations in Houston’s historic core. Guests can expect a new rooftop pool and restaurant, expanded event spaces, and refreshed interiors by Rottet Studio. Timed for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, this multimillion-dollar transformation blends heritage architecture with modern luxury in the heart of Downtown Houston.
The Vineta Hotel - Projected opening: Early 2026
Oetker Collection, the hoteliers behind icons like Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc and Le Bristol Paris, will debut its first U.S. property with the opening of The Vineta Hotel in Palm Beach. Housed in a restored landmark just two blocks from Worth Avenue, the hotel will feature 37 rooms, a Mediterranean-inspired design by Tino Zervudachi, and four distinct dining and social venues. With a signature restaurant, elegant bar, and lush courtyard, The Vineta Hotel brings refined European hospitality to Palm Beach’s storied social and cultural scene.
Ambros Daytona - Projected opening: Q1 2026
Set to redefine Florida’s Atlantic coast, Ambros Daytona will be Daytona Beach Shores’ first boutique, design-forward hotel. Featuring 50 Mediterranean-inspired rooms and a serene, wellness-centered ambiance, the property blends modern elegance with nostalgic beach charm. Visionaries behind the project aim to shift Daytona’s identity from motorsports hub to upscale seaside getaway. Guests can enjoy oceanfront views, minimalist interiors, a vibrant pool deck, and the soon-to-open Ambros Wellness Studio. Along 125 feet of oceanfront, the hotel will offer curated programming and elevated amenities to guests.
Olde Naples Hotel - Projected opening: Q1 2026
Olde Naples Hotel is Opal Collection’s newest boutique gem along Florida’s Gulf Coast, perfectly located between the beach and historic downtown. Nestled in the charming Third Street South District, this 109-room retreat blends timeless elegance with whimsical design details, paying homage to the original Naples Hotel of 1889. Highlights include a rooftop pool, courtyard lounging, Opal Spa treatments, and Annie’s, a bistro, bar, and bakery all in one. Vintage-inspired touches, such as a brass key box and art deco elevators, meet modern flair, creating a warm, nostalgic atmosphere.
The Greenleigh - Projected opening: Spring 2026
Opening in Spring 2026 in Houston’s River Oaks District, The Greenleigh is a 299-room luxury lifestyle hotel that reimagines the urban sanctuary. Surrounded by shady oaks and wildflowers, it blends nature, design, and soulful comfort. Guests can dine at dLeña, Richard Sandoval’s wood-fired Mexican restaurant, or enjoy skyline views from the rooftop, Highgrass. The hotel features a swim club, trade room bar, and over 13,000 square feet of indoor-outdoor event space.
Amanvari - Projected opening: Spring 2026
Set on Mexico’s untouched East Cape, Amanvari marks Aman’s debut in Baja California. Opening spring 2026 within the Costa Palmas community, this secluded 18-key resort and private residences will embody Aman’s signature blend of nature, privacy, and exceptional design. Designed by Elastic Architects, with initial contribution from Heah & Co, Amanvari sits between beach, desert, and estuary, offering panoramic views and organic architecture that flows effortlessly between indoors and out. Interiors use sand-toned materials and local artisan touches. Guests can expect world-class dining, an expansive Aman Spa, and immersive outdoor experiences, all rooted in the serene, elemental beauty of the East Cape.
Dolly Parton's SongTeller Hotel - Projected opening: Spring 2026
Opening this Spring in Nashville, Dolly Parton’s SongTeller Hotel is a vibrant tribute to the icon’s music, style, and storytelling spirit. Located at 211 Commerce Street, the 245-room luxury hotel blends whimsy, glamor, and Southern hospitality. Guests will find pink and gold décor, butterfly motifs, and musical touches throughout. Highlights include Dolly’s Life of Many Colors museum, two venues (Parton’s Live and Jolene’s), and the Cup of Ambition coffee shop. With premium in-room sound systems and artistic surprises at every turn, the SongTeller Hotel invites guests to unplug, connect, and experience Nashville through Dolly’s unforgettable lens.
Rimrock Banff, Emblems Collection - Projected opening: Early Summer 2026
Opening as the first Emblems Collection property in North America, Rimrock Banff offers a nature-immersed escape high on Sulphur Mountain in Banff National Park. Surrounded by alpine beauty, this 320-room retreat invites guests to reconnect with nature in every season, from turquoise lakes in summer to golden larch forests in fall. Moments from Banff Upper Hot Springs and the Gondola, it’s a launch point for hiking, skiing, golfing, and aurora viewing. Offering multiple new dining establishments and an indoor-outdoor wellness facility to awaken the senses, the resort is situated in a scenic UNESCO World Heritage setting just over 1.5 hours west of the Calgary International Airport.
1 Hotel Austin - Projected opening: Summer 2026
Opening in summer 2026, 1 Hotel Austin brings nature-inspired luxury to a 74-story development in downtown’s Rainey District. Located where Waller Creek meets Lady Bird Lake, the 251-room hotel will anchor the tallest tower in Texas and restore a vibrant green corridor into the historic Rainey Street District. Inspired by Hill Country ranches and Texas river houses, the design features reclaimed materials, native landscaping, and biophilic elements. Guests can expect serene accommodations, a rooftop bar and pool, farm-to-table dining, a Bamford Wellness Spa, and sustainable event spaces.
Faraway Sag Harbor - Projected opening: Summer 2026
Faraway Sag Harbor will transform the historic Baron’s Cove into a 67-room escape blending elegance, whimsy, and storytelling. Designed to feel like a collected compound over time, the reimagined property will offer harbor lofts, garden retreats, and a sun-dappled pool surrounded by intimate patios and lush courtyards. At its heart is Zagara, a new flagship restaurant inspired by Amalfi coastal living, serving oysters and coastal flavors from day to night. With layered design, local connection, and immersive charm, Faraway Sag Harbor invites discovery, creativity and weaves an experience that is intrinsically interlaced with the local environment.
Faraway Jackson Hole - Projected opening: Summer 2026
Faraway’s second opening this summer sees the iconic Snake River Lodge & Spa being reimagined as the Faraway Jackson Hole. Blending alpine heritage with immersive design, the transformed retreat will feature warm, textural interiors, luxurious rooms, a reimagined pool, and gathering spaces that invite connection. Surehand, the new cocktail club and restaurant, will serve ingredient-driven dishes and drinks inspired by Wyoming’s rugged spirit. From legendary ski runs and fly fishing to sage-scented mornings and fireside evenings, Faraway Jackson Hole invites guests into a sanctuary of adventure, reflection, and wild beauty.
Hotel Vin Rogers - Projected opening: Summer 2026
Coury Hospitality brings its signature style to Northwest Arkansas with the debut of Hotel Vin Rogers, an Autograph Collection hotel opening in summer 2026. Located in Rogers’ upscale Pinnacle Hills neighborhood, the 125-room property will offer a resort-style experience with a rooftop bar, speakeasy, signature restaurant, outdoor pool, and over 10,000 square feet of meeting and event space. Guests can expect elegant accommodations with marble bathrooms and designer touches while earning Marriott Bonvoy rewards. Steps from corporate hubs, restaurants, and scenic trails, the hotel blends business and leisure effortlessly, marking a bold new chapter for the Vin Hotel Collection and its second property.
The Harriman, A Viceroy Resort - Projected opening: Summer 2026
At the entrance to downtown Ketchum, Idaho, gateway to iconic Sun Valley, this new property will offer 73 guest rooms and 12 penthouses with sweeping mountain views. Property highlights include a rooftop observatory and outdoor terrace bar overlooking the Central Idaho Dark Sky Reserve, a full-service spa, indoor thermal pool, cold plunge and elevated dining featuring local ingredients. Designed by Hornberger+Worstell, de Reus Architects and FDG Design Group, the resort blends alpine heritage with modern sophistication for an immersive year-round mountain escape.
Signia by Hilton Indianapolis - Projected opening: Fall 2026
Opening as the fifth Signia in the U.S., Signia by Hilton Indianapolis is poised to redefine downtown Indianapolis. Connected via skywalk to both the Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium, this flagship hotel features seven dining venues (including a chef-driven signature restaurant and sky lounge), plus a 24-hour market with barista coffee and artisanal fare. Wellness amenities and the largest ballroom in Indiana elevate the guest experience. Just seven miles from the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway, this convention headquarters hotel combines premier business access with elevated leisure offerings, making it a standout addition to the city's skyline.
The Nora Hotel - Projected opening: Fall 2026
The Nora Hotel will bring timeless elegance to West Palm Beach’s vibrant Nora District. This marks BD Hotels’ first ground-up project outside New York, in collaboration with NDT Development, Place Projects and Wheelock Street Capital. Inspired by Addison Mizner’s Mediterranean and Spanish Colonial Revival architecture, the design blends intricate tilework, arched passages, and natural materials. Interiors by Gachot Studios promise refined luxury, while dining includes Pastis, the iconic NYC brasserie by Stephen Starr, plus a rooftop restaurant, lounge, pool, and private cabanas. The Nora Hotel will offer a fresh, elevated retreat just across the bridge from Palm Beach Island.
The Knox Hotel and Residences, Auberge Collection - Projected opening: Late 2026
Auberge Collection’s 22nd property in the United States will bring contemporary luxury to Dallas’s vibrant Knox Street district. Designed by Martin Brudnizki Design Studio, the 140-room hotel blends modern elegance with the neighborhood’s historic charm. Located near Highland Park and the Katy Trail, it offers a walkable, social setting with standout dining, a lively pool bar, and sophisticated indoor-outdoor spaces. Wellness is central, with an Auberge spa and movement studio just steps from the trail and it will also offer dynamic food and beverage concepts and curated experiences.
The Beckwith - Crested Butte - Projected opening: Winter 2026/27 ski season
Launching for the Winter 2026/27 season, The Beckwith will be the only ski-in, ski-out hotel at the base of Crested Butte Mountain. A reimagining of Elevation Hotel & Spa by South Street Partners and WoodHouse, this luxury retreat honors the region’s mining roots and alpine spirit. The multi-phase renovation includes refreshed guest rooms, vibrant gathering spaces, and an Adventure Lab with concierge and gear rentals. Signature venues like billy barr, Matchstick Lounge, and new bistro Telly’s will offer rich après-ski experiences. Beckwith Residences, starting at $1.6M, and Club Beck membership complete this bold new alpine destination.
Four Seasons Yachts - Projected opening: 2026
Debuting in 2026, Four Seasons I redefines ultra-luxury yachting with 95 expansive all-suite accommodations, each with spa-like bathrooms, private terraces, and panoramic sea views. Designed by Prosper Assouline, the yacht blends mid-century glamour with modern comfort, featuring standout spaces like Piscine, a pool that transforms into a dance floor, and Horizon Lounge, an adults-only Moroccan-inspired retreat. Guests enjoy bespoke itineraries across the Mediterranean and Caribbean, with curated experiences, immersive cultural events, and seamless wellness offerings. With a one-to-one staff ratio, transformative venues, and a focus on connection and discovery, Four Seasons I delivers a voyage where luxury feels deeply personal.
The properties listed below are confirmed to open in 2026; however, no images or renderings have been provided at this time.
The Elene - Projected opening: Early 2026
A collaboration between Mosaic Hotel Collection and Napa Valley Land Company, this luxury escape will feature architecture by Signum Architecture, interiors by Parts and Labor Design, and landscaping by Surfacedesign. The 50-room boutique resort set along the Napa Valley Vine Trail will present elevated amenities, including a heated pool, recovery garden with infrared sauna and mineral pools, and multiple dining venues—a restaurant, café, and bar. Each suite offers nearly 1,200 square feet of indoor-outdoor space and is designed for conscious luxury with residential-style comfort.
Three Hills Estate- Projected opening: Spring 2026
Nestled in Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains, Three Hills Estate is a boutique retreat offering 85 rooms across the historic 1913 Manor House, a spa wing, and 21 private cottages on 44 scenic acres. Originally home to author and women’s rights advocate Mary Johnston, the estate blends heritage with modern luxury. Guest rooms feature refined design, luxe linens, curated spa amenities, and garden views. The Spa at Three Hills offers a serene, European-inspired wellness experience with multi-temperature baths, sauna ceremonies, a salt cave, and Kneipp hydrotherapy.
Kimpton Tres Rios Riviera Maya, an All-Inclusive Resort - Projected opening: Spring / Summer 2026
Kimpton Tres Rios Riviera Maya will set a new standard for all-inclusive luxury in North America. Nestled within a 340-acre nature park along Mexico’s Caribbean coast, the resort features 355 suites with private balconies, plunge pools, and stunning views of mangroves or sea. Guests can enjoy seven restaurants, five bars, wellness-focused activities, and eco-adventures like kayaking and cenote exploration. Blending modern design with natural textures, the property emphasizes sustainability, local culture, and refined comfort.
