Hotel d’Inghilterra Rome – Starhotels Collezione has been accepted into Virtuoso’s portfolio of luxury travel partners, comprising 2,500 preferred suppliers in 100 countries.

Set steps from Piazza di Spagna and Via Condotti in Rome’s fashion district, Hotel d’Inghilterra blends historic charm with contemporary Italian style, a favourite of the international élite since the 19th century for its superb location, eclectic interiors, and innate elegance.

Following an extensive refurbishment, the hotel restored its historic façade, rooms, suites, and common areas to original splendoir, enhanced by Italian master craftsmen as part of Starhotels’ “La Grande Bellezza – The Dream Factory” patronage project.​ 

“Following a conservative restoration, our historic palazzo once again embodies Roman elegance and livedin authenticity,” said Massimo Colli, General Manager of Hotel d’Inghilterra. “Partnering with Virtuoso allows us to share that sense of place with a global community of luxury travel advisors and guests, pairing our celebrated service and Italian hospitality with privileged access to experiences that feel genuinely of Rome.” 

Rooms and suites are uniquely styled like a private residence, blending antique pieces with contemporary craftsmanship. Highlights include Executive Suites, Balcony Suites overlooking Roman rooftops, and the Penthouse Suite with a 70 square-metre terrace framing views from Villa Medici to the Vittoriano. The new SPA Suite, which debuted in July 2025, offers an intimate wellness sanctuary with treatment areas and signature rituals.​ 

Dining includes Café Romano, an elegant Italian salotto with a refined dehors on Via Borgognona, where seasonality-driven menus inspired by Roman tradition are served. Café Romano Lounge Bar serves timeless cocktails, while the recently inaugurated Terrazza Romana rooftop cocktail bar introduces signature drinks in a Mediterranean urban garden, with views of Rome’s domes.​ 

A storied guest list spans Oscar Wilde, Ernest Hemingway, Hans Christian Andersen, Audrey Hepburn, and Elizabeth Taylor; today, the property continues to attract a refined international clientele for authenticity and Italian hospitality at the heart of Rome.

Hotel d’Inghilterra joins Virtuoso’s collection of the finest luxury hotels, resorts, cruise lines, airlines, tour operators and other travel entities worldwide. Hotel d’Inghilterra’s acceptance into Virtuoso gives it direct relationships with the world’s leading leisure travel agencies in North and Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Africa and the Middle East.  

As a Virtuoso preferred partner, the hotel now offers exclusive benefits to Virtuoso clients, including daily breakfast for two, a €100 food and beverage credit, welcome amenities, and preferred upgrades as well as early check-in and late check-out, both subject to availability.

View the property online here.

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The fledgling Patina offshoot of Capella Hotels and Resorts will be the first hotel brand to successfully bridge the worlds of luxury and lifestyle, according to hospitality leader Neil Jacobs.

The Wild Origins Founder and former boss of Six Senses took an advisory role with Capella in July this year.

Speaking at Further East in Bali last week, Jacobs described Patina as a “brand with legs”, that captures the sophistication of high-end hospitality while embracing the energy of modern lifestyle brands.

“I think the gap that Patina is going to fill is, everyone talks about lifestyle, and you have a perception of what a lifestyle hotel is which generally is not super high end, and then you have a luxury hotel, which is a luxury hotel,” Jacobs said.

“We believe that the space for Patina is that intersection between the two and that you can have a luxury lifestyle hotel, just that nobody really has done that yet.”

Currently, Patina operates in two locations – the flagship Patina Maldives, Fari Islands and Patina Osaka which opened in May this year. But the momentum is growing: Jacobs confirmed that four to five more Patina projects are now under development across Asia and Europe.

In conversation with Jacobs, Capella Vice President Lifestyle Lexie Rodriguez highlighted brand clarity as the cornerstone of Patina’s strategy.

“We clearly have different points of view for both Capella and Patina,” she stressed, specifying that the “more progressive” Patina brand invites guests to “participate in the now”. “It allows the brands to complement each other in a group rather than compete.”

Both speakers underscored that Patina’s success will depend on maintaining a disciplined sense of purpose while adapting locally to each destination. “What a Patina is going to look like in Osaka is going to be very different than what another Patina will look like in a city in Europe,” she explained.

Ensuring the market is aware of these differences within each brand portfolio is crucial, but so too is getting across the differentiation between Capella and Patina, according to Jacobs. “We are trying to do a better job at is to absolutely communicate the differentiation between Capella and Patina,” he said. “They stand on their own.”

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Aman Group has revealed the next addition to its lifestyle brand Janu will be a new resort and residences development on Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah.

Set to be the brand’s second property in the UAE after Janu Dubai, the hotel’s announcement follows the successful debut of Janu Tokyo in 2024.

Named Janu Al Marjan Island, the project will be located on the Arabian Gulf. Designed by Singapore-based SCDA Architects, it is envisioned as “a vibrant waterfront destination where lifestyle and community converge.” Its modern aesthetic will be complemented by open social spaces.

“Ras Al Khaimah is rapidly emerging as one of the Middle East’s most captivating destinations, making it a natural home for our next Janu property,” Vlad Doronin, Chairman and CEO of Aman Group, said.

“Janu Ras Al Marjan Island will offer a vibrant setting where like-minded individuals can connect through shared experiences, immerse themselves in the region’s striking natural beauty, and embrace the brand’s spirited approach to contemporary, connected living.”

At the heart of the property will be a 132-key hotel with sweeping sea views and an array of amenities that define the Janu experience. Guests can expect a Janu Wellness Centre featuring a yoga studio, gym, banya, and hammam, along with two signature restaurants, a Mixology Bar, a lively nightlife venue, and a Kids’ Club. A Beach Club, outdoor pool, and private stretch of shoreline will further connect guests and residents to the water.

Next to the hotel, a residential tower will host Janu Residences, including one- to five-bedroom apartments and a small number of standalone villas. Owners will enjoy full access to resort facilities.

The new property is part of Janu’s fast-expanding pipeline with upcoming properties already confirmed for Dubai, Turks and Caicos and Saudi Arabia.

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Nobu Hospitality‘s Italian debut, Nobu Hotel and Restaurant Roma, has officially opened with a traditional Sake Ceremony on 6 November attended by its three shareholders – Chef Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro and Meir Teper.

Local dignitaries and cultural figures also participated, celebrating the transformation of one of Rome’s most iconic addresses on the historic Via Veneto into “a sanctuary of modern luxury, where Japanese minimalism meets Italian sophistication.”

“We are incredibly proud to introduce Nobu Hotel and Restaurant Roma, a project that beautifully embodies our brand’s philosophy of culinary excellence, design and heartfelt hospitality,” Trevor Horwell, CEO of Nobu Hospitality, said. “Rome’s rich cultural history and timeless elegance make it the perfect setting for our Italian hotel debut.”

Designed by the renowned Rockwell Group, the hotel blends warm Roman textures with Nobu’s signature style, creating a contemporary space.

The hotel features 117 guest rooms and suites, a state-of-the-art wellness and fitness centre and versatile event spaces. Guests can enjoy panoramic city views from the rooftop terrace, which offers small plates, sake, and cocktails, retreat to the lounge, or indulge in 24-hour in-room dining from Nobu Restaurant.

Those dining at Nobu Roma can experience Chef Matsuhisa’s globally celebrated menu in a relaxed yet refined environment, enjoying signature dishes such as Black Cod Miso, Yellowtail Jalapeño, and Rock Shrimp Tempura. Seasonal creations celebrating Italian produce are also featured, and the Sushi Counter offers diners an intimate view of Nobu’s sushi artistry. The bar complements the menu with a selection of fine wines, premium sake, and signature cocktails.

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COMO Hotels and Resorts has released fresh details about its forthcoming French Riviera property, COMO Le Beauvallon, confirming an opening date of 24 April 2026.

The April 2026 reopening marks COMO’s first permanent presence on the Côte d’Azur, expanding the brand’s European portfolio beyond its existing properties in London and Tuscany. First announced in June, this latest reveal offers a glimpse inside the reborn hotel which will fuse Belle Époque grandeur with contemporary design and COMO’s distinctive wellness and culinary approach.

Originally built in 1914, Le Beauvallon has long been one of the Côte d’Azur’s most storied estates as a hideaway that once played host to Winston Churchill, Audrey Hepburn, and other icons of the 20th century. Following years as a private-use estate after its restoration in 2008 and limited reopening in 2015, the property recently reopened as a full-service hotel under COMO’s management.

“The opening of COMO Le Beauvallon in April 2026 marks an important moment for the COMO Group — a rare opportunity to establish our presence in one of Europe’s most exclusive destinations,” said Olivier Jolivet, CEO of COMO Hotels and Resorts. “It enriches our portfolio and reinforces our commitment to delivering empathetic service, authentic experiences, and a deep connection to place.”

The 10-acre estate occupies a prime position on the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, surrounded by palms and pines cascading down to the waterfront. COMO confirmed that the new beach club restaurant, Beauvallon Sur Mer, will serve as the social heart of the resort, with a menu combining “Asian culinary traditions with the terroir of Provence and the coastal spirit of the Mediterranean.”

For the first time, guests will enjoy direct yacht access, with tenders able to moor just offshore. Two private COMO speedboats will offer complimentary transfers: an eight-minute crossing to Saint-Tropez’s old fishing port and another route to the beaches of Ramatuelle and Pampelonne.

The relaunch will also feature the relocation of the 2002 Serpentine Gallery Summer Pavilion by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Toyo Ito. The modernist installation has been reconstructed piece by piece in COMO Le Beauvallon’s bayside gardens, appearing “suspended between sky, water and light”.

Inside, the hotel will feature 42 individually designed rooms and suites, many showcasing works from a contemporary art collection spanning more than 300 pieces, including sculptures and rare objets d’art. Guests will also enjoy homely touches such as a corridor pantry stocked with snacks and drinks, open around the clock.

COMO Le Beauvallon will also bring the group’s wellness concept, COMO Shambhala, to the Riviera. The main building will house treatment rooms offering massages, facials, and daily yoga, complemented by a fitness studio and menus from the COMO Shambhala Kitchen, available both in-room and in the hotel’s all-day Winter Garden restaurant.

Additional dining options include a terrace restaurant overlooking the estate gardens and a lobby lounge featuring a large-scale installation by Chinese artist Zheng Lu.

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Luxury hospitality is facing an identity crisis with too many hotel brands becoming “homogenous”, according to Wild Origins Founder Neil Jacobs.

Speaking at Further East in Bali this week, the former head of Six Senses who is now working with Capella Hotel Group, warned that too many brands have become indistinguishable, and that only those with clear, purpose-driven narratives will survive.

“However good they are, they’re all doing the same thing,” he stated in his onstage conversation with Capella’s Vice President Lifestyle Lexie Rodriguez.

For Jacobs, the fundamentals of “great food, a beautiful building, a really comfortable bed and very good service” are no longer enough to win loyalty. “That’s kind of a given if you want to play in that world,” he pointed out.

What separates leading brands now is story and substance. “The brands that are really chipping away at market share are those with a very clear narrative, a very defining story that perhaps is not going to appeal to everybody – and that’s okay,” he said.

Sustainability as strategy

Jacobs was candid about the industry’s failings on environmental issues. “Sustainability is kind of a bad word,” he said. “We have a horrible reputation in hospitality when it comes to really executing.”

But he insisted the opportunity lies in turning ethics into economics. “Apart from being the right thing to do, it is the commercially right thing to do as well. A lot of these things are win–win, if you present them in a good way.”

At Six Senses, Jacobs pioneered programs such as eliminating single-use plastics and installing visible water purification systems that became guest experiences in themselves. “We bought that plant from back of house to front of house, and we made it a thing,” he said. “Guests were seeing the process… and it became a standard.”

The same ethos is now shaping Capella and its younger sister brand, Patina, as they build a unified sustainability framework.

Community and Wellness as Core Values

Sustainability is among the areas taking on a new importance as today’s traveller seeks connection and contribution, according to Jacobs. “How are [guests] able to contribute and be part of creating a better world?” he asked. Capella and Patina now focus on collaborations with local artists and musicians to build “community-led brands rather than marketing-led ones.”

Wellness too has climbed the agenda in a big way, evolving from an amenity to an expectation since the pandemic. “Who talked about wellness the way everybody is talking about wellness today?” he noted. The next frontier, he said, is longevity and holistic wellbeing.

Looking ahead, he sees hospitality transforming into integrated lifestyle ecosystems, evolving beyond rooms and restaurants to create spaces where hotels, clubs, residences, and communities coexist. “The customer is not a hotel guest,” he said. “The customer is the resident of that environment.”

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Virgin Limited Edition is celebrating its 25th anniversary with the launch of a 25-night ‘suite-escape’ to experience five of its iconic properties across Europe and Africa. The bespoke escape sees guests enjoy five nights at five of its unique hotels, with all-suite accommodation, in some of the most spectacular settings in the world.
The package includes stays at Son Bunyola Hotel in Mallorca and Kasbah Tamadot in Morocco, both of which recently received recognition in the inaugural Global MICHELIN Key selection 2025 by The MICHELIN Guide. Son Bunyola Hotel, which opened in 2023, received One MICHELIN Key, while Kasbah Tamadot was the proud recipient of Three MICHELIN Keys – one of only two hotels in Morocco.

Guests will also stay 10 nights in Kenya, with split stays at Mahali Mzuri in the Maasai Mara and Finch Hattons in the Tsavo National Park, and at Mont Rochelle in Franschhoek, South Africa.

Other inclusions for the 25 night itinerary are:

• All-suite accommodation, including the exclusive Finch Hattons Suite, complete with private butler and chef, at the collection’s newest property
• A private cooking class with the Head Chef at Kasbah Tamadot
• Twice daily game drives at Mahali Mzuri and Finch Hattons luxury safari camps
• An exclusive wine tasting and dinner with the award-winning winemaker at Mont Rochelle Hotel and Vineyard
• Signature spa treatment at each property
• All meals and drinks at Mahali Mzuri and Finch Hattons. Daily breakfast at Son Bunyola, Kasbah Tamadot, and Mont Rochelle and complimentary mini bars at all properties
• Private return airport transfers at Son Bunyola and Kasbah Tamadot, and local airstrip transfers in Kenya
• A one-way internal flight connecting Finch Hattons and Mahali Mzuri

Launched in 2000, Sir Richard Branson’s award-winning collection of unique hotels and retreats is comprised of a brand-new Ulusaba private game reserve in South Africa’s Sabi Sand, alongside the illustrious private island paradise of Necker Island. Its vision is to offer retreats with a commitment to exceptional personal service and unforgettable guest experiences. Over the past 25 years, the collection has grown into a curated portfolio of nine unique properties around the world, each reflecting the spirit of its surroundings and deep-seated ties to the local culture and community.

The 25th anniversary package is bookable between now and 31 December 2026 at a rate of US$85,000/£64,000 in total (based on two-person occupancy) via the Virgin Limited Edition reservations team at enquiries@virginlimitededition.com

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India’s The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts luxury hotel brand will make its first foray into Rajasthan’s desert capital, Jaisalmer, when the 80-room Desert Resort and Spa opens next year.

Spread across 30 acres of desert landscape, The Leela Jaisalmer marks a significant milestone in The Leela’s strategic growth journey reflecting its commitment to expanding through a balanced portfolio of owned and managed assets, while maintaining its hallmark of luxury and service excellence, the company said.

Nestled in the storied Thar Desert, strategically located near the majestic Jaisalmer Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, The Leela Jaisalmer will offer an oasis of bespoke luxury and calm in the heart of Rajasthan’s golden sands.

Conceptualised as a luxury desert retreat, the resort will feature elegantly designed rooms and tented villas, an expansive spa, multiple dining venues, a man-made lake and generous outdoor lawns.

With this signing, The Leela further enhances its footprint across Rajasthan’s high-demand leisure circuit while also creating synergistic itineraries with The Leela Palace Udaipur and The Leela Palace Jaipur, strengthening the brand’s presence across India’s premier tourism state.

“Rajasthan continues to hold immense potential for luxury travel, with Jaisalmer emerging as a preferred destination for global travellers,” said Anuraag Bhatnagar, Whole-time Director & Chief Executive Officer, Leela Palaces Hotels & Resorts Limited.

“This signing strategically expands our footprint in one of India’s most evocative landscapes and aligns with our vision to curate distinctive properties that celebrate the essence of India. With both domestic and inbound travel gaining momentum, The Leela is poised to be at the forefront of welcoming discerning travellers seeking meaningful and transformative experiences,” Bhatnagar added.

Over the next few months, the property will see the implementation of signature Leela brand touchpoints and programming and will be branded as The Leela Jaisalmer in 2026 ushering in a new era of luxury desert tourism in India. 

The Leela currently operates 13 properties with 3,544 keys across 11 cities in India. With 10 hotels in the pipeline, The Leela is on track to expand to 23 properties with over 5,000 keys over the next three years in high-growth markets including Agra, Ayodhya, Bandhavgarh, Mumbai, Ranthambore, Sikkim, Srinagar, Dubai and now Jaisalmer. 

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Minor Hotels has inked hotel management deal for a new Anantara property to be developed in Ushuaia, Argentina. Set to open in early 2028, Anantara Ushuaia Patagonia Resort will be located in the southernmost city in the world.

Nestled within Ushuaia’s Costa Susana master plan, in close proximity to Tierra del Fuego National Park, the new-build waterfront resort will offer 60 luxurious guest rooms and suites, an extensive spa and wellness facility at sea level, signature dining concepts and meeting facilities.

The Costa Susana development has been selected to participate in the World Architecture Festival’s Landscape and Environment category – Argentina’s first such nomination – and proudly stands as the first carbon-neutral real estate development in the country.

“Ushuaia, often called the ‘End of the World,’ is the gateway to Antarctica and a breathtaking destination in its own right,” said Dillip Rajakarier, CEO of Minor Hotels and Group CEO of Minor International.

“Bringing Anantara to South America is a key priority for the Group, and we are thrilled to introduce our brand in a setting as bold, remote and awe-inspiring as Ushuaia.”

With Argentina’s growing reputation as a premier leisure destination, Ushuaia stands out with its unique blend of Antarctic adventure and pristine wilderness. It’s an ideal match for Anantara’s luxury-with-purpose philosophy. Nearby attractions include world-class ski resorts, journeys on the iconic End of the World Train, luxury cruises to Antarctic and South American ports, and exploration of Tierra del Fuego National Park – a 70,000-hectare sanctuary of Patagonia’s last Andean peaks and dramatic coastal ecosystems.

“Anantara Ushuaia is a major step in our growth strategy for the Americas and a fulfilment of a long-held ambition,” commented Gonzalo Aguilar, CEO of Minor Hotels Europe & Americas. “With our partners’ deep local expertise and our shared vision, we are confident the property will become a benchmark for immersive, sustainable hospitality at the edge of the world.”

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METT Singapore has opened its doors, welcoming guests to discover a fresh new chapter at the iconic property in the heart of nature at Fort Canning Park.

Blending colonial charm with contemporary soul, METT Singapore brings together world-class dining, social connection and state-of-the-art wellness to create an alluring new rhythm at the historic site. 

The heritage-listed property, previously operating as Hotel Fort Canning, has been transformed through a contemporary lens, with 84 light-filled suites and rooms that offer the luxury of space.

Launching soon, guests of METT Singapore will also have access to Madison House, a private members’ club dedicated to social vitality and lifestyle living and The Longevity Suite, a cutting-edge wellness haven where biohacking meets holistic indulgence. 

METT Singapore joins METT’s roster in Marbella, Bodrum and Barcelona as the Singapore debut marks Sunset Hospitality Group’s hotel bold expansion into Asia Pacific and lays the foundation for future openings across the region. 

METT Singapore partnered creative agency Forsman & Bodenfors Singapore on the campaign film.

In the short film a charming story unfolds starring a sunbed and pool umbrella as central characters in the most surprising and unexpected ways. Taking to the streets of the Lion City and through the lush greenery of Fort Canning Park, they are irresistibly pulled towards the lure of the “Simply Magnetic” METT Singapore. 

As they wander through the transformed heritage property, the film reveals glimpses of what to expect at METT Singapore. The curious sunbed finds itself casually cruising past L’Amo Bistrò del Mare, METT’s ode to premium Italian coastal dining. Meanwhile an excitable pool umbrella, a twirl in its step, can’t seem to decide where to go next, while surprising staff along the way. The two friends at last reunite in their natural habitat – the poolside, against the backdrop of the dynamic Singapore skyline. Together, they claim the film’s narrative “Some Places You Discover, Others Draw You In.”

“METT Singapore is bringing a laid-back luxury hotel experience to the city, and this film reflects the spirit of connection, effortless style and the vibrant soul that defines METT,” shared Christophe Hobeika, Sunset Hospitality Group’s Executive Director Hotels & Resorts. 

Rooms start from SGD 625 including tax & service per night.

To mark its opening, METT Singapore is offering an exclusive two-night package starting from SGD 998++. Guests will enjoy daily breakfast, a sidecar tour, Battlebox tickets, cocktails, welcome amenities, and an exclusive farewell gift, with one-way limousine transfers for Premier Suites. Book by 30 November 2025 for stays from 1 November 2025 to 31 January 2026 (blackout: 29 December 2025 – 1 January 2026). Reservations are available at: https://www.metthotelsandresorts.com/singapore

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