2025 is shaping up to be an incredible year for hospitality, with iconic properties reopening and exciting new destinations debuting. Here are the top five hotels I’m thrilled about—each offering its own unique allure.
The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa, Asheville, NC
The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa reopened after Hurricane Helene. Its reopening carried a deeper appreciation for the beauty of the region and its community spirit, by celebrating resilience with:
- Stunning mountain views
- Farm-to-table dining and boutique shopping
- A subterranean spa and a Donald Ross-designed golf course
Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center, San Diego, CA (Opened May 15, 2025)
This is a game-changer for large-scale meetings in a year-round destination as it’s perfect for conferences and events. This bay-front property boasts of:
- 1,600 rooms
- 9 dining options
- 5 outdoor event lawns
- 477,249 sq. ft. of event space with panoramic views
Waldorf Astoria New York, NYC (Reopened spring 2025)
After eight years, this legendary hotel is back. This reimagined property embodies timeless elegance, inviting you to elevate your stay in every way. Now you’ll have the opportunity to experience:
- 375 luxurious rooms
- 375 private residences
- A 30,000 sq. ft. spa and the iconic 1893 World’s Fair clock in its famed lobby
The Vineta Hotel, Palm Beach, FL (Formerly The Chesterfield)
Steps from Worth Avenue and the beach, this first U.S. Oetker property seamlessly blends local charm with European elegance. It was reimagined by the Oetker Collection, this boutique gem offers:
- 41 elegant rooms
- Upscale dining with a nod to Palm Beach’s vibrant social scene
The Trail Hotel, Bardstown, KY (The Gateway to the Bourbon Trail)
Just minutes from thirteen historic distilleries, The Trail Hotel—famously known as the gateway to the Bourbon Trail—is the ideal destination for intimate gatherings or a bucket-list escape. A dream come true for bourbon enthusiasts, this 95-room property offers:
- A bourbon butler to curate distillery tours and tastings
- An elegant restaurant
- Multiple bars and a speakeasy
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