Todos Santos Boutique Hotel

Ricardo de la Concha

In the heart of a pueblo mágico, travelers will find the "Todos Santos Boutique Hotel", one of the best new openings. The architectural gem, which was built by a Spanish countess in 1890, is a feast for the eyes from the outside and has been largely preserved in its original condition. Guests have breakfast on the roof terrace and enjoy the sun. The interior, with ten rooms and suites, is as individual as it is charming, with vintage pieces creating a timeless atmosphere. The "La Copa" bar has been a meeting place for locals to enjoy classic cocktails for years. European cuisine with a touch of Mexico is served in the fine dining restaurant "1890". A must-have there: the steak tartare. Whether by the pool or in your own suite: at "Todos Santos", relaxation away from social media and business calls is important and guests are advised to put down their smartphones and enjoy the atmosphere in the design oasis. 

Todos Santos Boutique Hotel
Legaspy 33, 23300 Todos Santos, Mexico
Tel: +52 6121 450040
Web: hoteltodossantos.com
Price: Doubles from € 792

Hôtel du Couvent

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From June, the trendy hotspot of Nice will have one more luxury hotel: Hôtel du Couvent is located not far from the Promenade des Anglais, surrounded by historic buildings. The chic design hotel serves as an oasis of calm in the middle of the lively city. Natural materials, earthy tones and minimalist interiors dominate the 88 rooms and suites. The building itself dates back to the 17th century and boasts a spacious garden, where you can relax in the shade of the numerous trees. Here, you'll also find the restaurant La Guinguette, which serves drinks by the pool and light meals during the day. In the Cloître restaurant and the Café des Serruriers you can enjoy breakfast, a light lunch or a tasty dinner in a cozy atmosphere. Roman bathing culture awaits in the spa, which is equipped with a tepidarium, a caldarium, a frigidarium and an indoor pool; massages and peelings are also on offer. The 20-meter outdoor pool invites you to swim before heading to the so called Movement Studio for a yoga session or a dance class. It's pure savoir-vivre! 

Hôtel du Couvent
1 Rue Honoré Ugo, 06300 Nice, France
Tel.: +33 4120 55561
Web: hotelducouvent.com
Price: Doubles incl. breakfast from € 637

Nobis Hotel Palma

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The chic boutique hotel Nobis Hotel Palma recently opened in the heart of Palma's old town. In one of the oldest buildings in the city, a Muslim palace from the twelfth century, you'll find 37 rooms and suites, a bar, a restaurant, an excellent spa and a sun terrace. Designed by the Swedish architecture firm Wingårdhs, the interior echoes modern laid-back luxury. The rooms have been individually designed with great attention to detail. The spa and fitness area is also unique: a heated indoor pool, a sauna and an infrared sauna are located in a tunnel under a raised garden. There's also a state-of-the-art gym. Soothing treatments round off the relaxation offer. The signature restaurant NOI promises indulgence, serving European cuisine with a Mediterranean touch; it has become a meeting place for travelers and locals alike. Innovative cocktail creations made from regional ingredients can be enjoyed in the Mirall Bar, which boasts art and designer furniture. It's one of the best new openings this spring and already a highlight.

Nobis Hotel Palma
Carrer de les Caputxines 9, 07003 Palma, Spain
Tel.: +34 8715 55800
Web: nobishotel.es
Price: Doubles incl. breakfast from € 459

Three Mountains Hotel

Younes Klouche

Situated at an altitude of 1638 meters and with the three Bernese mountains (Eiger, Jungfrau and Mönch) in view, Drei Berge Hotel is both iconic and stylish. During the renovation of the former Hotel Bellevue, which opened in 1907, great importance was attached to preserving the history of the building - so you'll find rustic wood paneling and creaky wooden staircases. In addition to a traditional Swiss breakfast, healthy cuisine made from regional and seasonal ingredients is on offer. The emphasis is on excellent quality and - here and there - you'll encounter international influences. You can also indulge in fine wines and the finest spirits in the hotel bar after a long day in the great outdoors. With the breathtaking panorama of the Bernese Oberland on the doorstep, the hotel is ideal for an active vacation in the mountains: whether hiking, mountain biking, paragliding or climbing, mountain enthusiasts will feel like they are in paradise here. Nature lovers can even spend a night under the stars in a tent provided by the hotel.

Drei Berge Hotel
Lus 1050a, 3825 Mürren, Switzerland
Tel.: +41 33 855 1401
Web: dreibergehotel.ch
Price: Doubles incl. breakfast from € 750

Casa Monti

Laura Gonzalez

Casa Monti is a much-anticipated Best New Opening this year: the third hotel from the family-run Leitmotiv Group, which is already responsible forLa Fantaisie in Paris. Located in the lively Monti district and not far from the Colosseum, it's ideal for enjoying the hustle and bustle of Rome and is intended as a retreat. The charming hotel has 26 rooms and ten suites, all lovingly and individually designed. The design concept was created by Laura Gonzalez, who took the Italian motif of sprezzatura as her inspiration: Colorful floral patterns and elegant materials run through the entire hotel and ensure the perfect embodiment of quiet luxury. From the rooftop, guests can look out over historic buildings while enjoying cocktails in an informal atmosphere; a restaurant with a terrace and fountain also awaits those with an affinity for pleasure. The Susanne Kaufmann Spa, which also scores with panoramic views over the city, exclusive beauty products and soothing treatments, ensures pure relaxation.

Casa Monti
Via Panisperna, 210/212, 00184 Rome, Italy
Web: casamontiroma.com
Price: on request