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Highlighting the St. Regis Resort Cap Cana, Autograph Collection in the Philippines, along with other notable hotel updates over the past week.

A series of hotel openings took place across various global destinations—the Dominican Republic, Australia, Vietnam, and elsewhere.

Latest news on The St. Regis Cap Cana Resort, Autograph Collection in the Philippines, as well as...
Latest news on The St. Regis Cap Cana Resort, Autograph Collection in the Philippines, as well as other hotel developments during the week

Highlighting the St. Regis Resort Cap Cana, Autograph Collection in the Philippines, along with other notable hotel updates over the past week.

Luxury travel enthusiasts can look forward to a plethora of new hotel openings across the globe in the coming years. Here are some of the most anticipated properties set to open in late 2025 and beyond.

In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), two notable properties are on the horizon. The Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai, scheduled to open in October 2025, will feature 259 rooms and suites, two restaurants, a spa, a fitness center, and an outdoor pool. Rates are anticipated to start around $590 per night.

Hard Rock Hotel & Residences Ras Al Khaimah, planned for 2025/2026, will be located in Ras Al Khaimah’s Beach District near Al Marjan Island. This property will offer approximately 300 hotel rooms and 395 branded residences, dining options including waterfront restaurants and a rooftop bar, plus event, spa, fitness, beach club facilities, and multiple pools. This will be Hard Rock’s first UAE property and aims to boost tourism and economic growth in the area.

The UAE hotel construction pipeline is strong, with over 100 new hotels expected by the end of 2025 and dozens more by 2026, indicating ongoing development across the region.

In the Philippines, no specific upcoming hotel openings were mentioned in the recent listings.

Other notable upcoming international hotel openings include Pendry Barbados, targeting an end-of-2026 opening with 80 oceanfront rooms and suites and over 40 private residences. The property will feature a spa, fitness center, kids’ club, and marina access.

25hours Hotel The Olympia, Sydney, Australia, is set to open in September 2025 with 109 rooms and multiple dining options.

Andaz Lisbon, Portugal, is expected in early 2026 with 170 guest rooms and suites and several dining options.

In the Dominican Republic, The St. Regis Cap Cana Resort has already opened, offering 200 guest rooms with ocean views and 36 suites with direct plunge pool access. The resort boasts four swimming pools, a children's and teens club, nine dining outlets, a spa with 14 treatment rooms, and a wine bar.

Hilton has inked a deal for the Waldorf Astoria Nile River Experience in Egypt, scheduled to open in late 2026, featuring 29 suites and various amenities.

Hyde Melbourne Place, a high-end hotel in Australia, has also opened its doors with 191 rooms and suites, two restaurants, a bar, meeting rooms, a fitness center, and a hotel shuttle. The typical cash price for a night at Hyde Melbourne Place is from $192.

Beach House Fort Lauderdale, a Hilton Resort, has undergone renovations and reopened, featuring updates to its public areas, 375 suites, and new dining options.

Raffles Estera East Cape Resort & Residences, Mexico, plans to open later this decade, offering 80 rooms and 46 branded residences, and various amenities.

La Quinta by Wyndham Batumi, a new hotel in Georgia, has opened with 98 guest rooms and suites, a fitness center, a wellness center, a restaurant, and a bar.

The Farm at San Benito, Autograph Collection, is scheduled to open in the Philippines in 2025, although no further details were provided.

Ennismore's Hoxton brand is landing in Nashville, Tennessee, in 2027, featuring 200+ guest rooms in 5 room categories and various amenities.

Tru by Hilton Chillán Ferrat, a new hotel in Chile, has opened with 91 guest rooms, a fully equipped gym, complimentary Wi-Fi, a 24/7 market, and a multipurpose lobby for work and play.

Lastly, Four Seasons Resort Ajman at Al Zorah, United Arab Emirates, will open in 2026, offering 74 guest rooms and suites, and various high-end amenities.

For those preferring to use points, every 2,000 ALL - Accor Live Limitless points can cover roughly $45 of your bill at Hyde Melbourne Place. The typical points cost for a night at The St. Regis Cap Cana Resort is from 100,000 Marriott Bonvoy points.

These exciting hotel openings promise to elevate the travel experience for tourists worldwide, offering a blend of luxury, comfort, and unique amenities in various destinations.

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