Discover Europe’s New Luxury Hotels: 2025–2026 Openings

Europe is set to welcome a stunning collection of new five-star luxury hotels across cities, countryside estates, Alpine resorts, and idyllic islands in late 2025 and throughout 2026. From sleek urban retreats to charming rural hideaways, snow-covered ski escapes to sun-drenched coastal resorts, these openings offer unparalleled design, world-class dining, and exclusive experiences for discerning travelers exploring top destinations and premier luxury hotels across the continent. Whether you’re planning a winter Alpine adventure, a coastal escape, or a city break, this guide highlights the most anticipated European hotel openings for the coming seasons.

THE CARLTON MILAN - November 2025

Rocco Forte Hotels expands in Italy with the opening of The Carlton Milan in November 2025. Located in the city’s prestigious fashion district, the hotel blends contemporary luxury with heritage charm, offering immersive experiences in art, design, cuisine, and wellness, including fine dining by Chef Fulvio Pierangelini and Irene Forte Spa. Each of the 70 individually designed rooms and suites at The Carlton Milan offers a harmonious blend of Milanese elegance and contemporary flair, featuring luxurious furnishings, curated artworks, and select suites boasting private terraces with views of the iconic Duomo.

Milan is a cutting-edge destination, rich in culture, history, world-class food and wine, and bespoke shopping. As the brand’s sixteenth property, this launch highlights Rocco Forte Hotels’ growth across Europe, joining a portfolio of landmark city and resort destinations, with further openings planned in Sardinia, Sicily, and Naples in 2026–2027.

BORGO PIGNANO FLORENCE - Opening 2026

Borgo Pignano Florence is an exceptional urban sanctuary set within twelve acres of private grounds—the largest of any hotel in Florence—where eleven historic buildings form a borgo of gardens, winding paths, and intimate gathering spaces. Just a short distance from the city center yet elevated for peace and privacy, the property combines heritage architecture with modern luxury. Guests can enjoy the spa and fitness facilities, refined Tuscan dining highlighting seasonal, locally sourced ingredients, and bespoke experiences across the grounds and nearby villages. Villa La Sosta provides an exclusive retreat for families, private celebrations, or corporate gatherings, while outdoor terraces, a heated pool, and shaded pavilions offer elegant spaces to unwind amidst the Tuscan landscape. Borgo Pignano Florence complements the already celebrated Tuscan retreat, Borgo Pignano Tuscany, as its distinguished sister property.

SIX SENSES MILAN - scheduled to open Q2 2026

Set to open in Q2 2026, Six Senses Milan will welcome guests to the heart of the artistic and design-focused Brera district, offering a luxurious urban retreat in one of Italy’s most vibrant neighborhoods. The hotel will feature 68 exquisitely designed rooms, including 15 suites, some with private plunge pools, blending contemporary comfort with timeless Milanese elegance. Guests can savor seasonal cuisine at the hotel’s signature restaurant, unwind at the state-of-the-art Six Senses Spa, and enjoy sweeping city views from the rooftop bar and sky pool. With a focus on sustainability, wellness, and authentic Italian craftsmanship, Six Senses Milan promises an unforgettable experience for travelers seeking both cultural immersion and serene indulgence in the heart of Milan.

CHEVAL BLANC PITRIZZA - SARDINIA

Cheval Blanc Pitrizza in Sardinia is set to join the prestigious Cheval Blanc portfolio, with a rebranding anticipated in 2027. From June 2026, guests will be able to start enjoying newly refreshed accommodations, including a specially curated room category (ask us at the time of your enquiry), alongside the property’s 16 exquisite villas. The hotel’s thoughtful enhancements ensure that visitors can experience the exceptional Cheval Blanc service, understated luxury, and Sardinian charm that the brand is renowned for.

MAYA HOTEL COURCHEVEEL 1850

Maya Hotel Courchevel 1850 opens in December in the heart of the Three Valleys (Les Trois Vallées). This luxury boutique hotel, designed by Sylvestre Murigneux, blends Japanese-inspired aesthetics with contemporary mountain comfort. Highlights include stunning rooms and suites, the MayaBay restaurant with Thai-Japanese cuisine, a wellness area by Forlle’d, and a curated Lalique boutique.

As these exceptional new hotels make their debut across France and Italy, the landscape of unforgettable luxury travel experiences continues to evolve. Stay connected with our e-newsletter for the latest updates, and click the Enquire Now button below to start plannnig your bespoke journey, thoughtfully curated to unveil the very best of these remarkable destinations.

Hero Image Hotel Pitrizza in Sardinia (Images of Hotel Pitrizza show the property prior to its official rebranding as Cheval Blanc Pitrizza.)