Preferred Hotels & Resorts has announced a new wave of luxury hotel openings for summer 2026, adding boutique resorts, wellness retreats and historic city properties across Europe and Africa.
The new additions include hotels in Spain, Malta, Iceland, Zanzibar and South Africa, with properties ranging from beachfront wellness lodges and safari camps to restored heritage palazzos and luxury urban retreats. The expansion strengthens the independent hotel brand’s global portfolio ahead of the peak summer travel season.
Gran Hotel Claridge Granada (Granada, Spain) – launched May 2026 (L.V.X. Collection): Bringing Granada’s rich heritage to life, this new 70-room luxury boutique hotel offers a sophisticated stay just steps away from the Granada Cathedral and iconic Alhambra. Housed in the historical Plaza de Villamena, named after a 17th-century Spanish sculptor known for his religious artworks, the hotel serves as a gateway into Granada’s timeless architecture and culture. Guests can look forward to experiencing the hotel’s signature restaurant rooted in the culinary traditions of Andalusia, an additional rooftop restaurant and lounge with sweeping views of the surrounding landmarks and the distant Sierra Nevada mountains, and a boutique wellness experience offering luxurious spa treatments and tailored fitness programmes.
ENVI Paje (Zanzibar, Tanzania) – launching June 2026 (Lifestyle Collection): Zanzibar’s newest beachfront wellness lodge offers a barefoot luxury experience on the sapphire lagoon and pristine white sands of Paje Beach. Designed for travellers seeking wellness, renewal, and a deeper connection with nature, this intimate, oceanfront sanctuary features just 22 villas.
Guests can embark on bespoke Wellness Journeys, blending a holistic range of experiences from meditative and wellbeing sessions to eco-conscious practices, local cultural immersion through crafts and cookery, water sports and beach activities. A range of treatments at The Sanctuary spa further enhance the experience, all guided by ENVI’s Signature African Wellbeing Philosophy, which pairs tradition and modern science.
Romègas Hotel (Valletta, Malta) – launching June 2026 (L.V.X. Collection): In the heart of Malta’s capital stands the new boutique Romègas Hotel, housed in a 500-year-old palazzo originally built for the distinguished Knight of Malta, Mathurin Romègas. After meticulous restoration works to carefully preserve the building’s heritage while introducing modern comforts, this architectural icon will feature 23 individually designed rooms and suites, with interiors inspired by Valletta’s rich history and crafted by renowned Maltese designers Camilleri Paris Mode.
Traditional terrazzo floors, wood paneling, and a striking hand-carved stone façade create an authentic yet contemporary atmosphere. Guests can enjoy views of the sepia city streets from traditional Maltese balconies, while the rooftop pool offers stunning vistas of Valletta, the bay, and Manoel Island. A destination restaurant by renowned chef Marvin Gauci, along with a chic bar, completes this intimate and refreshingly independent city retreat.
Bless Ibiza The Site (Ibiza, Spain) – launching June 2026 (Legend Collection): Located in a prime beachfront setting, just minutes from Ibiza Town and the airport, this landmark 461-room resort forms part of The Site Ibiza, a curated lifestyle destination featuring over 12 restaurants, including concepts led by Michelin-starred chefs, alongside Ibiza Gallery’s luxury retail offering. Conceived as a contemporary lifestyle destination, the hotel blends refined design by Lázaro Rosa-Violán with elevated wellness and Ibiza’s vibrant social energy, creating a seamless balance between relaxation and immersive experiences. Accommodation ranges from elegant guestrooms to expansive sea-view suites, while internationally acclaimed venues including COYA, LEÑA, and Sublimotion position the resort among Ibiza’s leading culinary and social hubs. Guests can also enjoy multiple pools, rooftop venues overlooking the Mediterranean, a holistic spa offering, and direct access to one of the island’s most iconic beachfront settings.
Last Word Makanyane (Madikwe Game Reserve) – launching July 2026 (Lifestyle Collection): Cradled within Madikwe Game Reserve, an exclusive and malaria-free wilderness area, Last Word Makanyane offers an intimate safari escape with just eight river-facing suites set on secluded, family-owned land. Twice-daily game drives bring guests close to the Big Five, while guided bush walks and birdwatching provide a deeper connection to the destination. Each suite features expansive glass windows for uninterrupted wildlife viewing, complemented by interiors that blend natural textures with contemporary comfort. Between adventures, guests can relax by the pool and savour beautifully prepared meals in the lodge or under the open African sky.
360 Hotel Boutique and SPA (Selfoss, Iceland) – launching July 2026 (L.V.X. Collection): Nestled in the heart of Iceland’s Golden Circle and just 50 minutes from Reykjavik, this 31-room luxury boutique retreat offers an immersive escape surrounded by volcanic mountains and expansive countryside views. Rooted in the philosophy of slow luxury, the property is designed to foster stillness, reconnection, and a deep appreciation for Iceland’s natural beauty. Guests can relax in geothermal pools, rejuvenate in the spa featuring a cold pool and sauna, or enjoy intimate experiences such as the private cinema and Hnaus Restaurant, where acclaimed Icelandic chefs craft seasonal menus using locally sourced ingredients and sustainable practices. Ideally positioned for exploration, the hotel provides access to some of South Iceland’s most iconic attractions, including Gullfoss waterfall, the Geysir geothermal area, Þingvellir National Park, glacier hikes, whale watching, and Northern Lights excursions during the winter season.
Serras Sevilla (Seville, Spain) – launching September 2026 (Legend Collection): Located just steps from the Seville Cathedral and anchored in the heart of the historic centre, this 43-room boutique hotel offers a lens into the city’s storied past. Designed by renowned Spanish architect Aníbal González between 1915 and 1917, the property stands as a landmark of Andalusian architecture, seamlessly blending old-world grandeur with contemporary luxury. Guests can savour the region’s vibrant culinary traditions across three distinctive dining venues, including an iconic rooftop terrace with sweeping views of the cathedral, or unwind beside the rooftop swimming pool.
