The world of hotels is constantly changing…here are a few new hotels which opened in the latter part of 2014, as well as a few noteworthy returns and openings to watch for in 2015…
Recently opened:
Montage Kapalua Bay – Opened in June 2014, the beautiful Montage Kapalua Bay combines the seamless Montage service with residential style suites overlooking Maui’s Kapalua Bay. When can I leave??
Park Hyatt New York – Opened in August 2014, the Park Hyatt New York has become the flagship property for Park Hyatt. Across the street from Carnegie Hall and steps from Central Park, it offers some of the largest and slickest rooms in New York.
Four Seasons Orlando – Opened in August 2014, the Four Seasons Orlando offers high end luxury and service inside the gates of Walt Disney World…the obligatory trip to take the children or grandchildren just got a bit more enticing.
Gansevoort Dominican Republic – Opened in December, 2014, the Gansevoort Dominican Republic is bringing luxury to the Puerto Plata on the Northern Coast of the Dominican Republic – previously an area known for its three star all inclusive resorts. With just 48 suites and a chef formerly with famed restaurant El Bulli, this could become the place to be in the Caribbean this year.
Aman Tokyo – Opened in December, 2014, this is Aman’s first urban hotel. Tokyo is certainly not lacking in five star hotels, but the Aman Tokyo is taking the game to a whole new level.
Notable Re-Openings in 2015:
Ritz Paris – We have been patiently waiting since 2012 for the iconic Ritz Paris to return…fingers crossed they will meet their 2015 rendezvous date.
The Lanesborough, London – After closing a year ago for extensive renovations and now managed by the exclusive Oetker Collection, look for the re-opening of the Lanesborough later this year…no doubt it will be spectacular!
Coming in 2015:
Baccarat Hotel New York – Slated to open in February, 2015, expect to be dazzled by the first foray into the hotel world by Baccarat Crystal. No expense has been spared making this hotel the place to see and be seen in midtown Manhattan.
JW Marriott Venice – Opening in March, 2015, the JW Marriott Venice, located on a private island in the Venice lagoon, offers best of both worlds – easy access by boat to one of the most beautiful cities in the world and a resort setting.
Rosewood at Baha Mar – Opening in June, 2015. I am anxiously awaiting the opening of this proprety, as I think it is filling a sorely needed gap for luxury hotels in the Bahamas. It will be part of a larger resort opening at the same time which will include a Grand Hyatt and a SLS. Look for this to be a popular spot for 2015’s festive season – you will want to book far in advance!
Four Seasons Hotels are scheduled to open five new hotels and resorts in 2015! Two to keep your eye on for later in the year…Four Seasons Oahu Ko Olina in Hawaii on the site of the former Marriott Ilihani; and Four Seasons Hotel at the Surf Club in Surfside, Florida offering a classic “surf club” vibe. From my experience last year, Four Seasons resorts sell out quickly for the holidays (their Maui property had a waiting list of 300 names in October!) – time to plan ahead for next Christmas!
Ritz Carlton has five properties on tap for 2015 – all in Asia including a Ritz Carlton Reserve in Ubud, Bali; two hotels in China – a city hotel in Nanjing and a golf resort in Haikou; an all suite property in a casino on Macau; and and a beach resort in Malaysia.
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I hope this list whets your appetite for travel in 2015…I certainly wouldn’t say no to checking out a few of these this year!!
I am going to continue the “New and Noteworthy” series throughout the year, focusing on the latest and greatest in the world of travel including hotels, travel trends and new (or newly reopened) cultural attractions and sights around the world. Feel free to send “alerts” my way!
Sandy… great list. 4 Seasons in Orlando? Sounds like every family member will be happy!! Sent your link to the Mister with a note – job change?? Have a great week.
Sandy, these properties look fabulous! I personally and waiting for the Ritz Paris, it was a beautiful place then and I am sure to will be spectacular in 2015.
Have a great week.
WHOA! This is an amazing wealth of information and one post I am bookmarking right away to start planning and plodding!! I can attest to the great food at the Gansevoort, excellent! Had the best fish tacos every single day for lunch:)
The FS in Orlando makes me wish I had a young one again:) And a Baccarat Hotel…..amazing! I would love to get to the new Rosewood in Bahamas, I bet it will be fabulous! Thank you Sandy for always telling us about the latest and greatest in the world of travel:)
Oh, I want to pack my bags right now. Anywhere sunny will do just fine. And I can't wait to see what's new at the Paris Ritz! Sandy, do you know if the Hemingway Bar is coming back? That was always my favorite spot for a Martini…
Thanks for keeping us up to date – and for giving us a little mini vacation, too! XOXO
such great news!! I sure wish they had had the Four Season's opened in Disney when we went last year!! That would have been nice! especially since I plan on never going back there (fingers crossed). I love the DR and now with a Gansvoort?! that would be a beautiful getaway! Thank you! Now I want to plan a vacation stat!
Oh my!!!! Wonderful news, thank you for letting us know Sandy!!!
Oh Sandy, the Ritz Paris would be my number one place of opulence to stay at….OH YES! Great photos, and thank you that in this world that is becoming more and more laden with fear, that you bring us joy and bright hope of safely traveling and exploring this world. MUCH LOVE! Anita
I am not a fan of the Ritz Hotels. I always have a negative experience with them. But the Four Seasons Hotel is one of my favourites. I am excited now that there is a Four Seasons Hotel in Orlando. I would like to visit that hotel when I go there. The other resorts look so beautiful and enticing too.
Oh, how I wish that Four Seasons had been at Disney when we did our obligatory trip! 🙂 You've just added to my dream list, though the Italian Riviera is the next big dream trip – just me and Grant…no little travelers this time.
xoxo Elizabeth
Sandy,
What fun to wander to brand new spots -and brand new escapes to stay at. Nothing worse than arriving at a vacation to find shabby and worn accommodations.
My niece is working in Tenerife Spain at the Ritz and learning lots. She is in the field of hospitality and tourism! You two need to meet!
You'd have a lot to chat about!
PvE
You make me feel prepare my luggage and depart tomorrow morning! Woah… 😀
Hi Sandy,
OMG…You have no idea how long it's been since I've had a real vacation. Does a night at Boston hotel after a Inagaural ball count? LOL
It is my DREAM, (or one of the million), to some day stay at the Ritz in Paris!
Hope you are having a lovely weekend and thanks for the mini escape…So needed.
Love,
Deb xo
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Sweet and lovely Sandy,
Thank you for visiting me today. I am really sick over making this decision, but I can't go on. I have nothing left but my poetry to work on, and it just isn't suitable for the blogging community. But I will be visiting from time to time, and surely HERE! Much love and thank you for the wonderful trips you've taken me on! Anita
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