Be Among the First to Experience These New Hotels

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Who can deny the special excitement to be among the first to experience a new, grand hotel? Here is the inside scoop for some of the 2023 openings to spark those engines:

Le Grand Mazarin - Paris, France, Opening Q1 2023: Known for its collection of eclectic boutique hotels in private and beguiling destinations throughout France, hospitality group Maisons Pariente will debut their first urban property, Le Grand Mazarin, in the heart of Paris in 2023. Located a stone’s throw from the Seine in the Marais district, the hotel is housed within historic buildings that has been reimagined by famed architect Martin Brudnizki to create an ambiance both true to the area’s cultural heritage and luxurious for the modern traveler. The whimsical 17th century-inspired décor is juxtaposed with lush textures and intricate patterns while floor-toceiling windows warm up the spaces with inviting, natural light. With just 50 rooms and 11 suites, guests will find an intimate setting and the highest level of service at the hotel, which will also feature a day-to-night restaurant, lively bar, and stunning pool.

Bulgari Hotel Rome - Rome, Italy, Q2/Q3 2023; The new Roman hotel will be the Italian group’s flagship location, strategically located in the central Piazza Augusto Imperatore, in the heart of the Campo Marzio neighborhood. Italian architectural firm Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel took on both the architectural project and the interior design of the hotel, seamlessly blending elements of the original 1930s modernist building with classic Roman architecture and materials – such as travertine marble and red brick. The hotel will offer 100 rooms, most of them suites, as well as the prestigious Il Ristorante curated by Michelin-starred chef Niko Romito and The Bulgari Bar.

Bulgari Hotel Tokyo -Tokyo, Japan, Spring: Bulgari Hotel Tokyo will occupy the top seven floors of a 240m tall ultra-skyscraper in the city’s Yaesu neighborhood – within walking distance of some of the city’s best attractions, including Imperial Palace and the vibrant shopping areas of both Nihombashi and Ginza. The hotel will offer 98 guest rooms in a variety of configurations, including multiple luxury suites and an extraordinary Bvlgari Suite with views over the city from the 45th floor. Bulgari Hotels iconic features such as Il Bar, Il Ristorante, the fireplace Lounge, and a 1,500sqm Bulgari Spa, complete with 25m indoor pool will add a further luxurious touch to the guest experience.

Fasano Itaim- São Paulo, Brazil, January: Brazil-based luxury hospitality brand Fasano Group will open its second hotel in São Paulo with Fasano Itaim, located in the heart of the Itaim Bibi neighborhood where guests can easily reach everything from Michelin-starred restaurants and shopping centers to global office

Life House Berkshires just opened is a reimagined 1970sera retreat that culls inspiration from the lodge styles of the past. Another Life House hotel is opening several other hotels including one in Palm Springs, California, this year. (photo from Life House) buildings. Fasano Itaim will occupy a complex spanning almost 5,000 square meters that includes other restaurants, bars, and residences – all coming together to create a lifestyle destination within an increasingly stylish neighborhood.

Virgin Hotels Glasgow - Glasgow, Scotland, Opening March: Virgin Hotels Glasgow, Virgin Hotels’ second UK hotel, sits by the River Clyde with waterfront views with 242 Chambers and Grand Chamber suites. There will also be multiple dining venues, including Virgin Hotels’ flagship restaurant Commons Club offering a contemporary and imaginative takes on Scottish cuisine; Rocks, a laid-back but elegant bar offering local whiskies and creative cocktails; Highyard, a versatile space for coworking, entertainment and dining; and Funny Library Coffee Shop for winding down and socializing. The hotel has also launched a Grand Opening Offer for guests who book a stay prior to January 31, who’ll receive a complimentary bottle of Champagne.

Virgin Hotels New York City - NoMad, New York, February: Virgin Hotels New York City will sit at the heart of the booming

NoMad neighborhood and deliver a vibrant yet sophisticated hospitality experience in one of the world’s most exciting cities. Guests will find clever layouts for work and play and floorto-ceiling windows with views of the cityscape at all 460 guest rooms and suites, including Sir Richard’s Flat, the property’s impressive 2,800-square foot suite spanning across the hotel’s 35th and 36th floors. The property will also be home to multiple culinary destinations, including Everdene, a sprawling 4,000-square foot indoor/ outdoor venue that captures the city’s energy through shareable dishes and drinks and rotating entertainment, and The Pool Club, the seasonal deck and bar where overnight guests have exclusive access to lounge against the backdrop of the Empire State Building.

Life House - Palm Springs, California, April: This retro 66-key property built in 1965 will be the first West Coast outpost of the LifeHouse brand. Inspired by the roots of the building, the concept will celebrate mid-century modernism in a delightfully unexpected way –infusing Japanese minimalism and Desert Botanical muses. The hotel will include an expansive exterior Pool Bar & Cabanas, an interior Living Room, and guest room suites with private terraces overlooking the mountains.

Life House Berkshires Opens

Set in the mountains, Life House, Berkshires which opened this fall, is a reimagined 1970s-era retreat with 64, exterior-facing guest rooms that culls inspiration from the lodge styles of the past. The design narrative is imagined through the lens of a fictional writer who escapes to his abode in the Berkshires in search of a peaceful and stimulating environment that fosters inspiration – a cue to the historical

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