The Wanderlust – The best luxury hotels set to open in 2022

WORDS: OLIVIA MORRIS

The Wanderlust

An exceptional edit of the best luxury hotels set to open in 2022

Aman New York – New York, USA Aman is officially set to make its mark on one of the world’s most famous cities this year – New York City. Set to be an urban emblem in the heart of Manhattan, Aman New York is located in the iconic Crown Building, which first opened in 1921 and was formerly the home of the Museum of Modern Art. Through the vision of architect Jean-Michel Gathy who designed the new luxury hotel and residences, Aman New York pays homage to the history of the Crown Building, whilst also infusing Aman’s signature style – “creating sanctuaries beyond commonplace notions of luxury”. Set to be comprised of 83 hotel rooms, Aman New York will also play host to Aman’s first urban residences. The 22 private residences will have access to all of the hotel’s amenities which include the three-floor Aman spa, 20-metre indoor swimming pool, gym and more. Aman New York will also consist of a plethora of restaurants – a Garden Terrace & Bar with 7000 square feet of outdoor dining space, private members club, three-floor Aman Spa, Jazz Club and Wine Room. aman.com/hotels/amannew-york

Banyan Tree AlUla – AlUla, Saudi Arabia AlUla, the region in Saudi Arabia which boasts incredible heritage, culture, landscapes and more, is set to welcome a new resort that will be opened by Europe’s largest hotel group, Accor. Located 15km from Hegra, which is the Kingdom’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site, it will become the firstever Banyan Tree resort in Saudi Arabia. The resort will comprise of 82 tented villas ranging from one to three bedrooms. The AlUla region is well-known for its ancient history with Hegra being built more than 2,000 years ago. The Kingdom is ensuring the ancient city is being celebrated for its past but also looking to the future with sites like the allmirrored Maraya Hall. Banyan Tree AlUla is set to open in Q3/ Q4 of this year. banyantree.com/ saudi-arabia/alula

METT Hotel & Beach Resort Marbella – Marbella, Spain After the successful launch of their first venture into hotels in Bodrum, Turkey, UAE-based Sunset Hospitality will open its second international property this summer. Situated on the shores of Costa Del Sol, the METT Hotel & Beach Resort Marbella is set to open its doors in June and will boast uninterrupted sea views and sandy beaches. Complete with 253 rooms and suites, this new resort perfectly embodies the METT’s concept of social living and resembles a “chic contemporary cortijo”. Home to five-star accommodation, as well as a wellness and fitness centre, the METT Hotel & Beach Resort Marbella will

Clockwise: Aman New York – New York, USA; METT Hotel & Beach Resort Marbella – Marbella, Spain; The Lana, Dorchester Collection – Dubai, UAE; Banyan Tree AlUla – AlUla, Saudi Arabia

IMAGES: SUPPLIED also house its popular Mediterranean inspired F&B concept, Folie Restaurant & Sea. Popular Dubai-based restaurant Lola Taberna Española will also go international at the METT Hotel & Beach Resort Marbella where guests and patrons alike will be able to enjoy traditional and classic Spanish tapas in its relaxed-taberna style restaurant. mettsocialliving.com/marbella

Anantara Mina Al Arab – Ras Al Khaimah, UAE A piece of the Maldives is arriving in the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah later this year. Part of the Anantara group, the Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah Resort is set to open on the Mina Al Arab development in the emirate later this year. The new luxury sanctuary on the Arabian Gulf will boast 174 rooms for guests and will house its very own private beach, along with an eco-reserve. In true Maldivian resort style, the new resort will also have overwater villas with their own private plunge pools and overwater loungers. The eco-resort will also house top of the range amenities including a luxury spa, health club, beach and pool bar, seafood grill restaurant, a speciality Asian overwater restaurant and more. anantara.com/en/mina-alarab-ras-al-khaimah

The Lana, Dorchester Collection – Dubai, UAE The Dorchester Collection is set to open its very first hotel – The Lana – in the Middle East in the latter half of 2022. Located in the heart of Business Bay, Dubai, the stunning hotel is set across a 30-storey tower designed by award-winning architects Foster + Partners. Housing 225 guest rooms, 21 of which are signature suites, The Lana boasts impeccable skyline views of Downtown Dubai. The new luxury hotel will also have a plethora of dining experiences including a Mediterranean restaurant on the fourth floor, an Italian café on the fourth floor and an experimental dining experience like nothing Dubai’s ever seen on the 18th floor. On floor 29 guests will find the world-class spa, wellness centre and state-of-the-art gym and the top floor is home to the rooftop pool. dorchestercollection.com/en/dubai/the-lana