For Your Bucket List: New Design Hotels Opening in 2025
Numerous new design hotels are sure to delight style-conscious travelers. These five newcomers are definitely worth the trip.
January 3, 2025
Mexico: Boca de Agua
Number of rooms: 22
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Highlights: The newest member of the renowned Design Hotels™ in Mexico is spectacular on many levels. Take its location, for example. Nestled on the shores of a crystal-clear lagoon, it’s accessible only via an unpaved road. Set amidst the dense jungles of the Yucatán, this tropical modernist oasis offers an unparalleled retreat. Guests stay in stilted villas amid the treetops, many of which feature private plunge pools reminiscent of Mexico’s iconic cenotes. At the hotel’s restaurant, Flora, fresh and locally inspired cuisine is on offer.
Boca de Agua
Carretera Chetumal, Cancun - Chetumal KM 4.5, 77963 Bacalar, Q.R., Mexico
+52 983 214 9062 - bocadeagua.com
Doubles from € 480
Singapore: 21 Carpenter
Number of rooms: 48
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Highlights: This hotel beautifully blends modernity with tradition. Paying homage to the building’s 20th-century origins, original elements have been preserved. Modernity, on the other hand, has made its entrance through a contemporary five-story extension. You can also look forward to custom-made furniture from WHOA. In the bistro and bar, Michelin-starred chef Andrew Walsh takes the lead, making "Kee's" an instant neighborhood favorite.
21 Carpenter
21 Carpenter St, Singapore 059984
+65 6373 6988 - 21carpenter.com.sg
Doubles from € 300
UK: Inhabit Queen's Gardens
Number of rooms: 158
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Highlights: Inhabit Queen's Garden in London is a shining example of how new design hotels are becoming increasingly mindful of their sustainability responsibilities. Located just a few blocks from Hyde Park, this certified B Corp hotel is housed in seven charming townhouses. Guests are welcomed with a soothing color palette and numerous quintessentially British accents. Created in collaboration with 30 local artists, the result is a cozy hideaway. For those seeking tranquility, the lower level offers a spa with a sauna, various treatments, and guided yoga and meditation sessions. The kitchen focuses on plant-based cuisine.
Inhabit Queen's Gardens
1-2 Queen's Gardens, London W2 3BA, United Kingdom
+44 20 7298 9800 - queensgardens.inhabithotels.com
Doubles from € 220
California: Drift Santa Barbara
Number of rooms: 45
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Highlights: At Drift Santa Barbara, coziness meets sustainable design. The façade reflects the city’s signature Spanish architecture, dating back to the 1920s. Inside, however, the style is contemporary—more precisely, minimalist-modernist. Dark walls, reclaimed wood, and copper accents set the tone, complemented by local artworks, including pieces by iconic surfer and photographer Will Adler. At the light-filled Dawn Café, guests can savor cold brew, espresso, and pastries from Helena Bakery. For oysters, ceviche, and cocktails, the Dusk Bar offers a striking space where concrete and steel take center stage.
Drift Santa Barbara
524 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, United States
+1 855-721-2658 - drifthotels.co
Doubles from € 240
Prague: Sir Prague Hotel
Number of rooms: 76
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Highlights: The new design hotel in Prague is set to open its doors for the first time in March 2025. Located in Prague's New Town, renowned for its Art Nouveau and modernist architecture, it offers 76 thoughtfully designed rooms. Landmarks such as the Dancing House are just a short walk away. A stunning courtyard, along with a restaurant and bar designed by Linda Boronkay, serve as inviting community spaces. If you're seeking wellness, you can take advantage of the gym and sauna facilities.
Sir Prague Hotel
Prague New Town
sirhotels.com
Price: to be determined
