A fresh chapter in global luxury is unfolding with a series of high-profile openings set to redefine travel, living, and wellbeing. From the landmark debut of Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree in Singapore to Sunset Hospitality’s new flagship METT Singapore, these ventures signal a shift towards immersive, sustainable, and thoughtfully designed experiences.
Alongside innovative resorts in Thailand, Mexico, and London, this new wave promises to renew how we connect with nature, culture, and community. Topping it all off is at the sea itself, with Explora Journey’s EXPLORA III being set to debut with a landmark series of Asian itineraries.
Set in Singapore’s Mandai Wildlife Reserve, Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree brings the brand home for its 100th property. The resort’s 338 rooms and treehouse villas reflect the rainforest’s natural beauty through biophilic design, complemented by dining, spa, and wellness experiences shaped by sustainability.
By Fort Canning Park, METT Singapore marks Sunset Hospitality Group’s Asia-Pacific debut. The 84-room heritage hotel, designed by Jeffrey Wilkes, offers dining at L’Amo Bistrò del Mare, leisure at its pools and padel courts, and next-generation wellness at Madison House, a private club launching in 2026.
County Hall Kingston by London Square redefines heritage living in the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames. Due for completion in autumn 2027, the Grade II* listed building has been restored into 264 homes with landscaped gardens and 1893 Club amenities, including private dining, cinema, co-working, and wellness areas, from EUR 480,000.
Opening in summer 2026, KAIA Koh Phangan introduces a sustainable take on outdoor luxury living on Thailand’s northeastern coast.
Created by the teams behind Capella Bangkok and Four Seasons Chao Phraya, the beachfront tented resort blends nature-inspired design with cultural connection and a light environmental footprint, with further global openings planned.
From rainforest resorts to coastal retreats and city landmarks, the latest openings signal a shift in global luxury toward meaningful experiences and thoughtful design.
