Elite Traveler May-June 2018

INSPIRE TOP NEWHOTELS

Top New Hotels What does it take to be one of the world’s buzziest hotel openings? An incredible setting, for one. Our picks span stunning beaches, remote parts of Africa, unexplored islands, prime city locations and places deep inside forests. Next, beautiful and thoughtful design that inspires and provides a strong sense of place. Local materials, art and antiquities (at one, even a village of ancient houses) play a role, but ultra-luxe elements such as giant slabs of imported marble and shimmering, curved glass facades bring these hotels to the next level. Finally, impeccable service and amenities, including Michelin-starred chefs, decadent spas and experiences that immerse you in the destination, provide the finishing touches that make these hotels so special. Read on to find your next must-visit locale.

by Lauren Jade Hill and Kristen Shirley