Travel advisors, are your clients looking for something new for their upcoming vacation? Whether they're visiting a destination they've never been to before or are planning a trip to a tried-and-true vacation spot, these fresh hotels and resorts promise travelers a comfortable stay while offering the appeal of a brand-new experience. From Mexico and St. Lucia to London and more, check out these nine new properties in coveted destinations around the globe.
Aubamar Palma Resort
Where and When: Playa del Carmen, Mexico, opened in March 2026
Accommodations: This new, five-star property captures the magic of Mexico with a touch of Mediterranean spirit. Inside, visitors can choose from 495 rooms and suites including beautiful Standard rooms and exclusive Sea View Suites. Each accommodation is outfitted with a calming color palate, while spacious layouts and private outdoor areas allow travelers to soak up the sun in style.
Other Features: Aubamar Palma Resort has 10 pools, including a semi-Olympic pool, two heated indoor pools and three sun lounge areas decorated with Balinese beds. The property has kid-friendly spaces in addition to fitness and wellness centers. As far as food goes, this luxurious property is serving up Mediterranean flavors made with fresh, local produce. There are three distinct dining venues: Algust Restaurant — an al la carte option — Aldente Restaurant — an international buffet — and Aubamar Rooftop, a place for curated dishes and signature cocktails.
Website: Visit the Aubamar Palma Resort website
Crystal Cove, Barbados, A Tribute Portfolio All-Inclusive Resort
Where and When: Fitts Village, Barbados, opened in February 2026
Accommodations: An 88-room resort, Crystal Cove represents the first all-inclusive property in Marriott Bonvoy’s Tribute Portfolio and is designed to offer guests an “energizing new take on beachfront leisure,” according to the brand. Crystal Cove boasts warm, textured spaces that are distinctly Barbadian while simultaneously offering that touch of luxury modern travelers enjoy.
Other Features: Crystal Cove has three lagoon-style pools in addition to vibrant, open-air gathering spaces and quick access to the many attractions of Barbados’ western coast. Culinary experiences take place at two onsite restaurants — High Tie Bar and Artisan Restaurant — while coffee is always on offer at Vista Terrace Coffee & Wine Bar. Adding a touch of drama to the classic swim-up bar experience is Crystal Cove’s Cave Bar, a venue serving creative cocktails from behind a cascading waterfall.
Website: Visit the Crystal Cove, Barbados, A Tribute Portfolio All-Inclusive Resort website
Hotel Riu Plaza London The Westminster
Where and When: Westminster, London, opened in January 2026
Accommodations: Following the success of the brand’s Hotel Riu Plaza London Victoria which opened in 2023, RIU Hotels & Resorts is excited to welcome guests to Hotel Riu Plaza London The Westminster, a 464-room property located just footsteps from popular attractions like the River Thames, Tate Britain, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Other Features: Hotel Riu Plaza London The Westminster offers guests a full buffet breakfast in addition to access to a lobby cafe bar, meeting rooms and a 24-hour gym. The property is close to Buckingham Palace, St. James’s Park and the London Eye. In an added touch of whimsy, decor throughout the property acts as a nod to the intriguing world of spies, something the brand says was inspired by the hotel’s proximity to MI5 and MI6, the British intelligence services.
Website: Visit the Hotel Riu Plaza London The Westminster website
Hotel Riu Ventura
Where and When: Cancun, Mexico, opened in Decemeber 2025
Accommodations: An ideal choice for family travelers, Hotel Riu Ventura is a new property in the heart of Cancun’s Hotel Zone with 700 rooms for guests to choose from. The hotel touts 11 room categories, including an accessible option, and vacationers will find the digs have everything they’ve come to expect from an all-inclusive resort including comfy bedding, dreamy views and a fully stocked minibar.
Other Features: Hotel Riu Ventura has an onsite kids’ club — RIULand — for youngsters, while adults can enjoy RIUFit, fun fitness programming and classes. The property is prime for relaxing with six outdoor pools, direct access to the beach and six bars slinging refreshing drinks. Speaking of food, Asian, Italian and Mexican fare is on offer in addition to a full buffet breakfast each morning.
Website: Visit the Hotel Riu Ventura website
Nômade Temple Madrid
Where and When: Madrid, Spain, opening in April 2026
Accommodations: The first of Nômade’s European offerings, Nômade Temple Madrid will bring the hotelier’s "philosophy of celebratory healing, cultural immersion, and shared experience to the heart of the Spanish capital,” according to Nômade. Situated within a restored 20th-century Las Letras building on Gran Via, this new property comprises 93 rooms, including two Penthouses, that are designed to blend history with bohemian and eclectic touches.
Other Features: Nômade Temple Madrid is both a sanctuary and social hub with opportunities for guests to enjoy gastronomic, wellness, musical and cultural offerings. The property is home to two culinary concepts — The Main Restaurant and Café & Almacén — in addition to The Rooftop Bar and Pool, a vibrant rooftop garden overlooking the picturesque Madrid skyline. Travelers hoping to enjoy some nightlife can visit The Speakeasy and Nightclub for music and dancing, while The GÖN House of Healing spa will help them find restoration after a long night.
Website: Visit the Nômade Temple Madrid website
Reef Haven Belize
Where and When: San Pedro, Belize, opened in January 2026
Accommodations: A place where travelers are invited to pause, breathe and belong, Reef Haven Belize is a new, all-inclusive sanctuary nestled alongside the Belize Barrier Reef. As the second-longest reef system in the world, Reef Haven Belize was designed to match its beautiful surroundings, offering visitors a laid-back coastal retreat with no shortage of seaside views, tropical greenery and bright, blue, open sky to enjoy. The property has 55 one and two-bedroom suites in addition to one three-bedroom oceanfront penthouse.
Other Features: An all-inclusive experience centered around connection, guests of Reef Haven Belize can fill their days with guided meditation, yoga, pickleball, fitness classes and more. Programming featuring Belizean cultural traditions like Garifuna drumming and hands-on culinary and mixology experiences are on available while wellness offerings at K’IN spa will leave visitors feeling relaxed and recharged. Vacationers wanting to experience the magic of Belize Barrier Reef can partake in a guided snorkel excursion, while two onsite swimming pools and family-friendly programming will keep guests of all ages busy.
Website: Visit the Reef Haven Belize website
Riu Palace Swahili
Where and When: Zanzibar, Africa, opening in February 2026
Accommodations: A new, adults-only hotel in northern Zanzibar, Riu Palace Swahili is an elegant, beachfront property with 505 rooms and the option for guests to upgrade to a luxury option when they join the brand’s exclusive Elite Club. Each room is outfitted in a modern, yet elegant style with all the swanky amenities guests love about an all-inclusive stay, and when travelers opt to upgrade to Elite Club, they will enjoy premium benefits including access to the Elite Club Restaurant, the Elite Club Lounge and a separate check-in area upon arrival.
Other Features: The opening of Riu Palace Swahili represents the introduction of RIU Party, RIU Hotels & Resorts’ beloved adults-only entertainment programming, in Tanzania. According to the brand, RIU Party celebrations will take place every Friday at Riu Jambo and will be accessible to guests from the chain’s three hotels on Zanzibar. Riu Palace Swahili offers 24-hour all-inclusive service, six onsite restaurants, six bars and various onsite activities and entertainment.
Website: Visit the Riu Palace Swahili website
Sapphire Sands Villas by Bay Gardens Resorts
Where and When: Rodney Bay Village, St. Lucia, opened in February 2026
Accommodations: Situated on Reduit Beach, one of St. Lucia’s most coveted vacation spots, a stay at Sapphire Sands Villas offers guests a taste of exclusive Caribbean luxury in the heart of all the action. Comprising nine, three-bedroom villas, the property is intimate and relaxing, acting as the perfect home away from home for travelers with fully functional kitchens, spacious living rooms, incredible ocean views and comfortable private balconies — as a bonus, ground-floor villas even come with private plunge pools.
Other Features: A mouthwatering selection of Asian and Caribbean flavors await at Kimchi & Kalaloo, the property’s onsite fusion restaurant, while thoughtful, 24/7 butler service makes it easy for guests to work with staff to create their perfect curated stay. Family-friendly by design, Coral Kidz Club and Splash Island Waterpark make Sapphire Sands Villas a great choice for those traveling with youngsters.
Website: Visit the Sapphire Sands Villas by Bay Gardens Resorts website
Signia by Hilton La Cantera Resort & Spa
Where and When: San Antonio, Texas, opened in October 2025
Accommodations: A 496-room, including 34 boutique-style villas, hotel overlooking the Texas Hill Country, Signia by Hilton La Cantera Resort & Spa represents Hilton’s 9,000 hotel opening. Located just outside San Antonio, the property is an ideal choice for both leisure and business travelers thanks to its amalgam of modern luxury and classic Texas charm.
Other Features: Home to nine unique dining experiences, a wellness sanctuary and spa, an expansive pool complex, a championship golf course and over 131,000-square-feet of event space, travelers are sure to find just what they’re looking for at Signia by Hilton La Cantera Resort & Spa.
Website: Visit the Signia by Hilton La Cantera Resort & Spa website
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