These new properties are located in both established and emerging markets, including Georgia, Mexico, France, Tanzania, and Italy. The additions include both newly opened hotels and historic restorations, in line with LHW’s commitment to offering authentic and personalized luxury experiences.Here are the details of the new additions:
– Paradero Todos Santos (Baja California, Mexico) – An award-winning design that blends minimalist architecture with the natural beauty of the Baja desert. It offers a serene retreat where adventure and relaxation come together. (Opened 2021)
– Hotel Gabrielli (Venice, Italy) – A Venetian icon located on the Riva degli Schiavoni, reopening with historic elegance and a rare secret garden. (Reopening August 2025)
– Vista Ostuni (Puglia, Italy) – A retreat set in a 14th-century former convent, offering minimalist Italian design and modern comforts in “La Città Bianca.” (Opening Summer 2025)
– The Telegraph Hotel (Tbilisi, Georgia) – Situated in the former Tbilisi Post and Telegraph building, this property celebrates culture, gastronomy, and modern luxury. (Opening June 2025)
– Château de Théoule (Théoule-sur-Mer, France) – A 5-star property located on the French Riviera, offering Mediterranean-Japanese Michelin-starred cuisine and proximity to the sea. (Reopening Spring 2024)
-Grand Forest Metsovo (Ioannina, Greece) – A year-round mountain retreat offering alpine adventures and Epirus cuisine beneath the Pindus mountains.
– Palacio de Sancti Petri (Chiclana, Spain) – A neo-Mudejar palace combining Andalusian charm, Arabic influence, seaside indulgence, and Michelin-starred cuisine on the Costa de la Luz.
– Grand Hotel des Étrangers (Syracuse, Italy) – A neoclassical gem in Ortigia, overlooking the Ionian Sea, blending timeless elegance with modern touches.
– Pensione America (Forte dei Marmi, Italy) – A vintage-style adults-only villa offering seaside chic, tennis courts, and a private beach club. (Open April 2025)
– NgoroNgoro Lodge (Ngorongoro, Tanzania) – A luxurious safari lodge perched on the edge of the UNESCO-listed Ngorongoro Crater, offering wildlife immersion and African elegance. (Open 2023)
“Our latest Luxe Report shows a 15% annual increase in sales, a sign of sustained demand and continued growth in the global luxury travel sector. With these new locations, we continue to meet the expectations of curious travellers through a growing collection of independent, service-focused five-star hotels in established and emerging destinations,” – Deniz Omurgonulsen, VP Member Experiences, The Leading Hotels of the World.
The Leading Hotels of the World (LHW) continues to expand its global presence with the addition of several new properties to its portfolio. Recently, the organization introduced its Spring Collection, which includes six new members spanning Europe and North America. Furthermore, LHW has added seven more hotels from diverse locations, including Italy, Egypt, Brazil, the United States, Portugal, and England. These new additions further solidify LHW’s position in the luxury hospitality sector, catering to the growing demand for unique and high-end travel experiences across established and emerging destinations.
LHW members can also benefit from joining the Leaders Club loyalty program, which provides perks such as free breakfast, flexible check-in, and exclusive experiences at these new properties.