The New Hotels You'll Want to Book in 2018

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New construction, renovated properties, all-inclusive resorts, an English manor house, luxury tents, and tiny pod rooms are among our long list of new hotel openings for 2018.

Décor, whether decidedly modern or historic restoration, is receiving much attention, as are spectacular views and rooftop areas. Uninspired hotel restaurants are becoming a thing of the past as hotels work with recognized chefs to create unique dining experiences and inviting cocktail lounges.

Many of the hotels are destinations in themselves, and others will have you planning a trip to experience the property and explore a new country, city, or even just a different part of town. So, read over our list, take out your calendar, and start thinking about your 2018 travel plans.

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Kimpton La Peer Hotel

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West Hollywood, California

Luxury and style define this new hotel, situated in the walkable Design District neighborhood among boutiques and fashionable shops. White oak floors, soothing neutrals, and string art installations decorate the 105 guestrooms and suites. Guests will enjoy the heated outdoor pool and custom bicycles available for exploring the area. This pet-friendly hotel offers a hosted evening social hour.

Opening: January 2018
Price: From $440

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Jewel Grande Montego Bay Resort & Spa

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Montego Bay, Jamaica

This brand new all-inclusive Caribbean resort offers butler service, a two-floor, villa-inspired spa, two swimming pools, private beachside cabanas, and a state-of-the-art fitness center. The lavish accommodations include one and two-bedroom suites and three-bedroom villas. All accommodations feature a fully-equipped kitchen with high-end stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and private balconies.

Opening: January 2018
Price: From $798 for oceanfront junior suite

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Hotel Saranac

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Lake Saranac, New York

After a four-year, $30-million restoration, the iconic Adirondack hotel is reopening. Featuring 102 guestrooms and suites, the Hotel Saranac will be a modern, luxurious basecamp for local exploration. With an inviting restaurant and bar, spa and salon, swimming, biking, kayaking, and skiing, there will be something for everyone.

Opening: January 2018
Price: From $199

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Amanyangyun

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Shanghai, China

A truly unique lodging experience, 50 antique houses have been disassembled and meticulously restored to create 26 ancient dwellings, seamlessly integrating contemporary comfort into the 400-year-old buildings. Many of the dwellings now include private pools and courtyards, and guests can experience holistic wellness facilities and the opportunity to explore China’s heritage of arts, culture, and philosophy. Five restaurants offer the finest local and international cuisine.

Opening: January 2018
Price: TBD

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Pod Times Square

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New York, New York

This new hotel will offer 665 rooms on 28 floors, each room about 115 square feet of efficient space. Expanding on the micro-hotel concept, the hotel will also offer 45 Pod Pads, living suites from 600-800 square feet for extended stays. Located near lively Hell’s Kitchen, guests can enjoy the area’s trendy bars, restaurants, and nightlife as well as Times Square’s shows, shops, and activities.

Opening: January 2018
Price: From $100

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Freehand New York

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New York, New York

The 394-room hotel will be housed in the former George Washington Hotel in Gramercy Park, once home to many storied writers, musicians, and creatives. Its restaurant, Simon & The Whale, and its cocktail lounge, The George Washington Bar, will be led by acclaimed West Village restaurateur Gabriel Stulman. A rooftop restaurant is slated to open in spring.

Opening: January 2018
Price: TBD

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The Siren Hotel

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Detroit, Michigan

The Siren Hotel, housed in the iconic Wurlitzer Building, has been reimagined to include 106 rooms, seven food and beverage spaces, two retail boutiques, and a rooftop with panoramic views of the city. Food and beverage venues will include an eight-seat tasting counter by James Beard award nominee Garrett Lipar, and Candy Bar, a lobby cocktail bar with an extensive mixology program.

Opening: January 2018
Price: TBD

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The LINE DC

James C. Jackson

Washington, D. C.

The 220-room hotel, housed in a neoclassical church, includes three restaurants, two bars, a coffee shop, a live broadcast podcast network, and a rooftop with views of the Washington Monument.

Opening: January 2018
Price: From $268

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The Murray

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Hong Kong

In the heart of Hong Kong, this contemporary urban sanctuary will feature 336 spacious suites and guest rooms along with wellness facilities and five elegant dining destinations, including a glamorous rooftop restaurant and bar with panoramic views. Housed in the renovated Murray Building, originally built in 1969, this magnificent building celebrates both its past and future.

Opening: Mid-January 2018
Price: TBD

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Hotel Revival

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Baltimore, Maryland

Housed in a historic building dating back to 1929, the Hotel Revival is located in Baltimore’s lively Mount Vernon neighborhood. The 107-room, 14-story hotel celebrates the best of Baltimore past and present, featuring three dining options, including Topside, a rooftop restaurant serving Chesapeake Bay seafood, three karaoke rooms, and four event spaces.

Opening: Late January 2018
Price: From $159

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NoMad Los Angeles

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Los Angeles, California

The hotel features 241 rooms, a casually elegant restaurant and bar, library, an all-day Italian-inspired café, a formal dining room, and a rooftop pool that offers sweeping views of the city and the downtown Los Angeles skyline. Each of the rooms look to Italy for inspiration, a nod to the Giannini building’s historic roots as the former Bank of Italy.

Opening: Late January 2018
Price: TBD

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Hotel Figueroa

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Los Angeles, California

After extensive renovations, the 90-year-old hotel will celebrate its restoration back to its original 1920s Spanish Colonial splendor with 268 rooms, including 63 suites. Two destination restaurants created by acclaimed chef Casey Lane, four bars, intimate private event venues, and a beautifully refurbished pool area will create a welcome oasis conveniently close to L.A. Live, Staples Center, and the Los Angeles Convention Center.

Opening: Early 2018
Price: From $340

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Taj Exotica Resort & Spa

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Havelock Island, Andamans, India

This 30-acre property will offer 75 spacious villas, inspired by the indigenous Jarawa huts. With modern amenities in the midst of an untouched natural paradise, the villas will provide the ultimate in comfort and luxury while guests enjoy lush green mangroves and rich coral reefs.

Opening: Early 2018
Price: TBD

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Six Senses, Bhutan

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Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, Gangtey, and Bumthang

Five luxury lodges will create a “Six Senses Journey” exploring the country while being pampered in the eco-friendly hotels, each with its own style. With 82 suites across the five lodges, guests will enjoy personal service and wellness amid rural Himalayan surroundings. Scott Dunn Private Journeys offers an itinerary to explore this unspoiled, majestic country.

Opening: Early 2018
Price: TBD

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Rosewood Luang Prabang

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Prabang, Laos

The hotel will offer 22 deluxe villas, garden villas, private pool villas, and luxury tents with features such as open-air showers, tubs, and living rooms. The luxury tents will have their own private dining areas and wrap-around decks. There will be two dining options: a bar and a bistro serving French and Laotian cuisine.

Opening: Early 2018
Price: TBD

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Waldhotel Burgenstock

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Lake Lucerne, Switzerland

Surrounded by pre-alpine forest in the Swiss Alps and overlooking Lake Lucerne, the hotel offers 160 rooms and suites, focusing around health and wellness with activities such as golf, tennis, and skating. An integrated spa and medical services are available as well.

Opening: Early 2018
Price: From $400

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Awasi Iguazu

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Misiones, Argentina

Located just 15 minutes from the world’s largest waterfalls and situated on the banks of the River Iguazu, the 14 villas will each have a private plunge pool, outdoor shower, and spacious living area. Each villa will be assigned a guide and a 4WD vehicle for exploring. The main lodge, a short distance from the villas, will house a restaurant and bar.

Opening: February 2018
Price: TBD

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The Fairlane Hotel

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Nashville, Tennessee

This classic mid-century building turned boutique hotel offers 81 rooms, just steps from the action in downtown Nashville. Retro-modern décor evokes a “business in front, party in back” personality, and a lively lobby is the place for power lunches and after-work drinks. Mile End Delicatessen, Union Teller coffee counter featuring Stumptown, and Ellington’s, the 4th floor terrace restaurant, add a variety of food and drink venues.

Opening: February 2018
Price: From $259

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Hotel Amapa

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Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

The hotel combines the traditional Mexican aesthetic with contemporary design to create a fresh new vibe. Named after the neighborhood within its Zona Romantica location, the Hotel Amapa will offer 55 rooms one block from Playa Los Muertos. A showcase for Mexican design, the hotel is filled with local craftsmanship. Food and beverage options highlight coastal Mexican cuisine, and guests will enjoy the hotel’s rooftop pool and bar.

Opening: February 2018
Price: TBD

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W Brisbane

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Brisbane, Australia

Stunning views across the Brisbane River, three engaging dining and cocktail venues, along with W Hotels Signature Comforts will make this 5-star hotel the place to stay in Brisbane. The hotel will offer 312 stylish guestrooms, including 29 suites, two Wow suites, and the Extreme Wow Suite (the brand’s interpretation of a Presidential Suite). All that and an AWAY Spa and 24-hour, ultra-modern gym.

Opening: March 2018
Price: TBD

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The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort

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Big Island of Hawaii

After a $46-million renovation and conversion, the Hapuna Beach Hotel will debut as The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort. A luxurious destination for well-being and relaxation, the resort will offer a new adults-only pool, an artfully designed lobby, and 232 guestrooms and 17 suites. New dining concepts include Meridia, a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant, the casual Naupaka Beach Grill, and Ikena Landing, an open-air breakfast venue.

Opening: March 2018
Price: TBD

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DTLA Proper Hotel

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Los Angeles, California

Housed in the former YMCA building on the historic Broadway corridor, the Downtown LA Proper Hotel will offer two ground floor restaurants, a rooftop pool and lounge, and unique suites and public areas based on the building’s historic spaces. The 4th floor library will display original ceiling frescoes and the historic basketball court will become a Hollywood screening room suite.

Opening: Mid 2018
Price: TBD

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Infusion Beach Club

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Palm Springs, California

This 62-room boutique hotel in the heart of Palm Springs will feature custom designed décor and private mountain views. The 1769 Social will serve tapas and craft cocktails as guests enjoy the sounds of eclectic music by day and acoustics by evening.