The travel industry is continuing its upward trajectory, with U.S. airlines reporting that 271 million passengers flew this summer, representing a 6.3% increase compared to last year. Of these travelers, 38% ventured internationally. This growth trend is expected to persist into next year, and travelers will be greeted by a host of new hotels opening around the world. Here are some of the most anticipated properties:
### **Fidelity Hotel, Cleveland, OH**
**Opening Date:** January 2025
Located in Cleveland’s historic Euclid Avenue district, Fidelity Hotel is a redevelopment of the 103-year-old Baker Building. Managed by New Waterloo, an independent hotel management company, the property will feature 97 guest rooms and suites, a full-service restaurant, a bar, and meeting spaces. The design, by Hartshorne Plunkard Architecture and Whiting-Turner, will blend modern and historic elements, with custom furniture and curated art paying homage to Cleveland’s rich history.
### **Salterra, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Turks & Caicos**
**Opening Date:** February 2025
Set on the unspoiled island of South Caicos, Salterra will offer 100 luxurious guest rooms and suites, each with ocean views and bespoke amenities. The resort will feature a spa offering wellness experiences inspired by the island’s natural beauty, a Kids’ Club with educational programs, and six distinct dining options. Salterra promises to be a haven for relaxation and family-friendly activities.
### **Levantine Hill Hotel, Yarra Valley, Victoria, Australia**
**Opening Date:** March 2025
Nestled in Victoria’s renowned Yarra Valley wine region, Levantine Hill Hotel will offer 33 rooms and is designed to blend seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. The property, part of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, will be ideal for winery getaways, weddings, and events. The hotel is located on a vineyard that has been producing premium grapes since the 1990s, offering guests a true wine country experience.
### **The Sundays, Great Barrier Reef, Queensland**
**Opening Date:** May 2025
Located in the Whitsundays, The Sundays is a boutique escape with 59 rooms, offering a laid-back luxury experience amidst the tropical beauty of Hamilton Island. Guests can enjoy sunrise yoga, water sports, a pool, and al fresco dining at the water’s edge. The property is easily accessible via direct flights from major Australian cities and boat transfers from Queensland.
### **The Trail Hotel, Bardstown, KY**
**Opening Date:** Spring 2025
The world’s first bourbon-infused luxury hotel, The Trail Hotel, will open in Bardstown, Kentucky, the Bourbon Capital of the World. The restored historic property will feature 95 rooms, eight suites, a four-star restaurant, three bars (including a speakeasy), and a swim club. With direct access to Kentucky’s Bourbon Trail, the hotel will cater to both leisure travelers and event planners with its expansive conference facilities.
### **NOBU Hotel Toronto, Canada**
**Opening Date:** Spring 2025
Nobu Hotel Toronto will rise 45 stories in the heart of the city’s Entertainment District, blending modern luxury with minimalist Japanese design. The hotel will occupy the top floors of the west tower, offering panoramic views of Lake Ontario and the Toronto skyline. The property will feature 36 suites, a private lounge, a wellness center, and a two-level Nobu restaurant with a sushi bar, private dining rooms, and an outdoor terrace.
### **Miraval The Red Sea, Saudi Arabia**
**Opening Date:** Fall 2025
Miraval Resorts & Spas will mark its 30th anniversary with the opening of Miraval The Red Sea, its first international location. The resort will feature 180 guest rooms, suites, and villas, along with a signature Life in Balance Spa, a Mindfulness Wellbeing Center, and several culinary destinations. The resort will offer a variety of curated wellness experiences, making it a premier destination for relaxation and rejuvenation.
### **Rumi on Louth, Louth Island, South Australia**
**Opening Date:** 2025
Located off the coast of South Australia’s Eyre Peninsula, Rumi on Louth will offer a secluded luxury escape surrounded by raw wilderness and stunning scenery. Guests will arrive via catamaran and enjoy world-class dining, a luxury day spa, and activities such as kayak fishing and catamaran cruises. The resort will blend local seafood and native ingredients with Mediterranean flavors, creating a unique culinary experience.
These upcoming hotels are set to offer travelers a wide range of luxurious experiences, from urban sophistication to island getaways, ensuring that there’s something for every type of traveler in 2025.
Source: forbes.com