Just in time for the travel comeback, numerous new locations await travel-loving guests. Elegant luxury, a wide range of offers and sustainabilitypractices: These hotel openings are inviting.

OKU Ibiza

Camí del Portixol 2, 07820 Sant Antoni de Portmany, Ibiza, Spain
T: +34 971 348477
okuhotels.com

With the "OKU Ibiza", the hotel chain OKU opens its second hotel. Overlooking Cala Gracio Bay and not far from numerous other bays, an oasis of casual relaxation awaits. Earth tones, natural light and high-quality materials dominate the rooms, which lack nothing in comfort and elegance. The 50-metre-long turquoise pool invites you to dream while listening to the beats of some of the island's best DJs during Sunday brunch. The excellent cuisine is international with Asian influences, but the ingredients are regional and seasonal. Late risers will also enjoy an all-day breakfast offering at "To Kima". A highlight of the resort is the Private Villa with four bedrooms, private sun terrace and pool. The adults-only hotel's spa also has it all. The gym is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment, including natural materials. Daily yoga and pilates sessions ensure inner peace. Double rooms from € 281 per night.

Aman New York

The Crown Building, 730 5th Avenue, 10019 New York, USA
T: +1 212 201888
aman.com

In the heart of New York, in the famous Crown Building, a superior luxury oasis awaits you this year. A highlight of the new Aman is the 22-metre pool with a view over Central Park. The design of the hotel combines modern New York architecture with Asian influences; it comes from the hand of Jean-Michel Gathy. Guests can enjoy sushi and sashimi dishes at the "Nama" restaurant, or Italian cuisine at the "Arva", overlooking Central Park. The Wine Library, the hotel's own wine cellar, welcomes guests for private parties and is the perfect place for wine tastings in an elegant ambience. The spa spans three floors and offers hammam, yoga and hydrotherapy in addition to Aman Treatments. The relaxation areas are partly outdoors. In the evening, guests can listen to relaxing jazz in the jazz club. As in the "Aman Tokyo", 22 private residences await travellers who want to make their second home at the best address in New York. Price on request.

Ameron Zurich Bellerive Au Lac

Utoquai 47, 8008 Zurich, Switzerland
T: +41 44 2444242
ameronhotels.com

A dignified ambience from the 1920s reinterpreted - this is how the "Bellerive Au Lac", which was taken over by the Ameron Group, presents itself. After extensive renovation, an elegant hotel now shines in a prime location, with a view over the lakeside promenade and the glittering Lake Zurich. 61 elegant rooms and suites, all with lake or city views, offer every comfort. The culinary highlight is the "Studio Bellerive". Film enthusiasts know the name: Zurich's first film studio, which had its origins in the former tennis hall of the "Bellerive", was called this. In the restaurant, brasserie, grill and bar combine to form an enjoyable overall concept. Guests feast on street food de luxe or look forward to grilled dishes from the lava grill. In summer, guests can jump into Lake Zurich directly from the hotel grounds and cool off. Highlight: The online booking is tailor-made - you can easily add extras such as late check-outs or make non-binding requests. Double room from CHF 225 per night.

Matild Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Budapest

Váci u 36, 1056 Budapest, Hungary
T: +36 1 5505000
marriot.com.

Built in the Belle Époque, alone the façade of Budapest's new hotspot already exudes elegance and flair. The PaLais is a Unesco World Heritage Site and has been lovingly restored to preserve its ambience. Inside, dignified luxury with modern influences awaits discerning travellers. The suites are generously designed and some offer wonderful views over the Danube and the rooftops of the city. The culinary highlight is the restaurant "Spago", which is managed by the Austrian top chef Wolfgang Puck; "The Duchess" allows impressive views over the rooftops of Budapest, while you can casually end the evening with drinks. Historical ambience also awaits in the "Matild Café", which still retains the flair of its origins. In the Swan Spa, guests can look forward to excellent treatments and a traditional Turkish hamam. Double room from € 392 per night.

The Green O

4069 Backcountry Road, 59823 Greenough, Montana, USA
T: +1 888 209 3085
thegreeno.com

Unspoiled nature, unspoiled views, privacy and "adults only": If you are looking for a break from everyday stress, check into one of the twelve houses of "The Green O". Secluded in the forests of Montana, the accommodations are equipped with every comfort and provide for romantic nights under the starry canopy, which you can gaze at through the glass roof of the house. In summer, the spa awaits in bright tents outdoors; optionally, treatments can be enjoyed in the comfort of your own home. Horse lovers will be delighted with the extensive riding facilities at the "Green O", while adrenaline junkies can explore the Skyline Aerial Adventure Park or let off steam at the "Bone Rattler" mountain bike park. In terms of cuisine, the "Social Haus" tempts guests with modern, seasonal cuisine. The ingredients are partly produced on the 15-hectare "Paws Up" ranch or come from local producers. A highlight is the live fire cooking. Double room from USD 3515,- per night.

The St. Regis Cairo

1189 Nile Corniche, Cairo, Egypt
T: +20 2 25979000
marriot.com.

Directly on the banks of the Nile, in the centre of the metropolis of Cairo, the "St. Regis Cairo" awaits travellers with 39 floors of luxury. The hotel charmingly combines modern architecture with Egyptian style and presents itself in decadent grandeur. The Iridium Spa conscientiously caters to guests seeking relaxation and offers a selection of pools, a high-tech gym, saunas and an ice room in addition to numerous treatments. In addition to the first-class "J&G Steakhouse", the "La Zisa" is also a culinary highlight - Italian cuisine with a view of the Nile. The suites with panoramic windows also score with great views over the river or the historic part of Cairo and are generously laid out. The interior is high class and radiates quiet elegance. Those seeking peace and quiet can sit in the library, browse through books and marvel at the numerous works of art on display - and enjoy afternoon tea in "The Water Garden". Double rooms from € 190 per night.

Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid

Plaza de la Lealtad 5, 28014 Madrid, Spain
T: +34 91 7016767
mandarinoriental.com

After extensive renovations, Madrid's first address shines in new splendour. The house from the Belle Époque impresses with a stately, elegant ambience, which has been naturally preserved. A highlight of the spacious suites is the 190 m² Royal Suite in one of the house's turrets with chandelier and golden accents. In addition to classic grandeur, you'll also find modern, chic touches in the suites. After a long day in town, guests can unwind in the spa with an indoor pool, steam room and treatments all around. A gym with Technogym equipment is also part of the offer. The "Palm Court" not only serves afternoon tea in an elegant ambience, but also classic cuisine in the evening. Gourmet cuisine is served in the "Deessa". The champagne bar and the "Pictura" bar provide fine drinks. Double room from € 650,- per night.

EALA - My Lakeside Dream

Via IV Novembre, 86, 25010 Limone sul Garda, Italy
T: +39 0365 954613
ealalakegarda.com

In a prime location on Lake Garda, the "EALA" was greatly anticipated this year. The lovingly managed five-star luxury hotel skilfully combines hospitality with exclusivity. Couples can fully relax in this adults-only hotel. The chic suites are modern and offer plenty of space to feel good. The kitchens of the "Gourmet SENSO Lake Garda" and the "Alfio Ghezzi BISTROT", as the name suggests, are managed by none other than star chef Alfio Ghezzi. Regional, sustainable cuisine is served, accompanied by wines from the hotel's own cellar. The EALA Luxury Spa offers classic massages and treatments as well as a special homotoxicological treatment in its own EALA Medical Center. A large gym, saunas, infinity pool and steam baths round off the relaxation offer perfectly. A highlight is of course always the view of the lake. Double room from € 305,- per night.

Falkensteiner Hotel Kronplatz

Cable car route 1c, 39031 Reischach/Bruneck, Italy
T: +39 0474 862400
falkensteiner.com/hotel-kronplatz

Planned and built by mountain lovers for mountain lovers, sports enthusiasts can look forward to the adults-only oasis at Kronplatz from early summer 2021. The new Falkensteiner resort scores not only with an optimal starting point for extensive mountain tours in the South Tyrolean mountains with the Experience Concierge, but also with a unique design (planned by star architect Matteo Thun) and excellent wellness offers in the Acquapura Mountain Spa. The rooftop pool, panoramic lounging area and Summit Hamam are just three highlights of the spacious relaxation oasis that welcomes guests year-round. The hotel's "7Summit Slow Food" culinary experience combines seasonal and regional products with excellent culinary skills. The "On the Rocks Bar" scores not only with extraordinary cocktails, but also with a relaxed atmosphere in the heart of the hotel. Double room from € 319,- per night.

Hotel La Palma Capri

Via Vittorio Emanuele, 39, 80073 Capri, Italy
T: +39 081 8370133
oetkercollection.com

Often frequented by poets, artists and celebrities, "La Palma" on Capri has become one of the hottest hotspots in recent years. Together with the Reuben Brothers, Oetker Collection has now taken over Capri's first and oldest hotel, which was built as early as 1822, making "La Palma" the first Masterpiece Hotel in Italy, which will open its doors in 2022. In addition to the rooftop bar, which offers breathtaking views and its own beach bar, numerous highlights await luxury-loving jetsetters. The 50 rooms and suites will retain their grandiose flair, but will be enhanced by high-end and modern touches. Noble accessories and natural colours subtly round off the interior. You can also experience a real Dolce Vita feeling in the hotel's excellent restaurants: Gennaro Esposito, who has been awarded two Michelin stars, is in charge of "Gennaro's Restaurant", bar and terrace and focuses on simple, tasty cuisine, just as it was on Capri in the 1950s. Price on request.

Bergwelt Grindelwald - Alpine Design Resort

Bergwelt 4, 3818 Grindelwald, Switzerland
T: +41 33 8548585
mountain-world-grindelwald.com

From now on, Switzerland is one luxury hotspot richer: right in the centre of the popular village of Grindelwald, the "Bergwelt Grindelwald" opens its doors and attracts the daring, the dreaming and the curious. In the rooms you will encounter alpine chic and elegant furnishings; a highlight is of course the view of the Swiss mountains. BG's Grill Restaurant serves alpine cuisine with an urban influence, prepared on a wood-fired grill. In the afternoon, guests are invited to a classic afternoon tea in the lobby. On request, guests can also feast on traditional Swiss cuisine in the "Pinte" restaurant in the Hotel Bellevue, the oldest hotel in Grindelwald. The evening can then be rounded off perfectly in the "Other Club" with cigars or in the "Seven Spirits Bar" with fine wines. During the day, guests can explore the surrounding nature or unwind in the Fire & Ice Spa. Double room from CHF 324 per night.

the HOCHKÖNIGIN - Mountain Resort

Hochkönigstraße 27, 5761 Maria Alm, Austria
T: +43 6584 7447
hochkoenigin.com

In the heart of the Austrian mountains, "the HOCHKÖNIGIN" awaits with perfect holidays for the whole family. In summer, the surrounding mountains entice you to go hiking and mountain biking, children feel at home in the family spa with slides and do not disturb those seeking peace and quiet who relax in the adults-only Nature Spa. A highlight here is the outdoor infinity pool on the roof. The culinary delights are also first class: the regional and seasonal cuisine emphasises meat from organic producers in the area and scores with real treats for the palate. In the evening, cocktails and drinks can be enjoyed in a more relaxed atmosphere in front of the crackling fireplace of the "Mountain Lounge Bar". The stylish rooms score with modern furnishings and some even have their own sauna. They are generously proportioned and offer every comfort guests could wish for after a long and strenuous day in the mountains of the Salzburger Land. Double room from € 126,- per person.

Hotel BLÜ

Kaiser-Franz-Platz 1, 5630 Bad Hofgastein, Austria
T: +43 6432 623
hotelblue.at

Boring was yesterday! In the newly opened "Hotel BLÜ" in Bad Hofgastein, guests will find a house full of modern accents and joie de vivre. In the hotel you will not only find contemporary Austrian art, but also casual chic. Located in the heart of the Salzburger Land, numerous nature adventures await outdoor enthusiasts - from mountain bike tours to the "Flying Fox" over the Gastein waterfall. You can sit in the sun on the roof garden, sweat in the sauna at HimmelBLÜSpa or start the morning with yoga in the Yogaspace above the rooftops. BLÜ yoga sessions with modern beats as well as aerial yoga and numerous other classic yoga offerings are geared towards a young, cool crowd. Those who prefer a more leisurely approach can read a book in the hotel library or enjoy a fresh espresso in the BLÜbar. In the BLÜ Kitchen, the highest level of enjoyment comes from the hand of celebrity chef Wini Brugger. The rooms are modern, with fresh colour accents. Double room from € 150,- per night

Credit: OKU Ibiza/Georg Rosk, Aman Hotels, Ameron Zurich, George Fakaros, Matild Palace, The Green O, Marriott International, Mandarin Oriental, Anja Zurbrügg, Lorenz Masser, Lisa Ed