Stephanie Chen

🏨 Boutique hospitality company Dear Valentine has unveiled Luna and Lyra guesthouses in New Orleans' Lower Garden District. Developed by Melissa Shelton, these homes, part of the Muses collection, offer a combined total of 17 bedrooms and accommodate up to 34 guests. Luna, built between 1865-1871, and Lyra, a 20th-century home, share historical charm with modern amenities, including plunge pools and chef’s kitchens. This launch brings Dear Valentine’s city presence to seven properties.

🏨 Avi Brosh's Palisociety opened Hôtel Lili in Beverly Hills, a 44-room hotel in a 1939 building. Designed by the in-house team, it blends European style with Los Angeles charm. The hotel opts for a residential, atmospheric aesthetic instead of traditional luxury. Public spaces transform from reception areas to a lobby bar by night, offering intimacy and elegance. Guests have access to a nearby swimming pool, enhancing their stay with bespoke amenities.

🏨 La Galerie at Hôtel Fouquet’s Paris has been transformed by Friedmann & Versace into a Parisian lounge inspired by the 1920s and ’30s. Artisans such as Ateliers Gohard and Blundell & Therrien contributed to its Art Deco elegance. Intricate marble and onyx flooring, bronze-inlaid columns, and bespoke wood marquetry enhance the space. Ambient lighting merges with custom bronze and alabaster fixtures, highlighting bespoke furniture like mahogany armchairs and velvet sofas.

🏖 Nikki Beach Hospitality Group will open Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Marrakech in 2028 along Route de l’Ourika. The resort will feature over 100 suites, from 484 to 5,381 sq ft. It will include more than 50 luxury villas, a wellness center, an underground sports complex, and tennis courts. The beach club will feature a large pool with floating platforms, a DJ booth, and retail boutiques. The development aims to offer a comprehensive lifestyle experience.

🎤 IGC Hospitality unveils Winnie's Jazz Club at Refinery Hotel in NYC's Garment District. The club, redesigned by Garrett Singer Architecture + Design, features Art Deco and 1970s-inspired aesthetics. The intimate venue includes a performance stage, plush seating, and sound-absorbing elements. The design balances flapper-era glamour with modern energy, creating a unique atmosphere. Winnie's combines speakeasy allure with a lounge vibe, offering a sensory experience in a historically rich setting.

🏨 Dun Aluinn, originally built in 1909, opens this month as a fully staffed luxury hotel in the Scottish Highlands. The nine-bedroom estate, located in Aberfeldy overlooking the Tay Valley, features rooms with expansive valley views. Designed by Susie Whyte, spaces include a dining area for 20 guests, two lounges, and a private cinema room. Restorations were done by local artisans, preserving historic details with materials like wood from an antique church pew.

🏨 Hotel Viking in Newport, Rhode Island, reopens in May, marking its 100th anniversary with a multimillion-dollar renovation led by KHP Capital Partners. The hotel features 208 rooms, a historic 1926 room key cabinet, and a local art collaboration. Chef Robert Andreozzi leads the food program with venues like Pescadou and Cap Club. Amenities include Spa Fjör and over 13,000 sq ft of event space. Kay Chapel, dating back to 1859, hosts up to 200 guests.

🍴 Rüya Istanbul has launched at Çırağan Palace Kempinski, Istanbul, reconnecting its Anatolian culinary roots after successes in Dubai, Cannes, and Riyadh. Conran & Partners designed the interior, merging Eastern and Western influences, with Byzantine architecture inspirations. Notable features include custom pendant lights, Seljuk Star partitions, and turquoise tables, culminating in a terrace overlooking the palace gardens. The design narrates a rich cultural heritage, blending traditional Turkish elements with modern aesthetics.