New Hotels for 2021
2021 is finally here and with it some great new hotel openings in the UK and aboard that we can all look forward to and add to our dream list for when we can travel again.
The Mayfair Townhouse, London
This curious new lifestyle hotel opened its doors on Half Moon Street in early December. Inspired by whimsical characters from Mayfair’s history this stylish home is like no other London hotel. Spread across 15 townhouses overlooking Green Park this dandy residence promises to deliver the unexpected to everyone who stays. The Dandy Bar is the dimly lit theatrical heart and soul of the hotel, a place to ‘see and be seen’. All of the 172 rooms and suites have the elegant modern traveller in mind with luxury mattresses, workstations and limited-edition artwork. They also include a complimentary minibar, perfect for a little indulgence. The Garden Suites are inspired by Cecil Beaton’s love of gardens: a conservatory with doors opens to a small, walled courtyard, an English garden in the heart of London.
Rates from £352 including breakfast
Casa Céu, Portugal
Casa Céu is an adults-only guest house built in 1924 run by owners Lara and Dario. You’ll find this little hidden gem in the fishing town of Olhão in the Algarve, Portugal. A simple, chic oasis, Casa Céu is a typical house full of history which has been transformed into a very cool, contemporary 4-room boutique hotel. Experience long sun-filled days on the islands, lazy afternoons and breakfasts on the roof terrace and soak up the colourful sunset and starry skies. Breakfast is usually served on the terrace with 360-degree views across the town and dinner (if pre-booked) can be arranged.
Rates from £95 per night (2-night minimum stay) including breakfast
Can Ferrereta, Mallorca
Due to open in March 2021 this 32-room boutique hotel is set to be Spain’s most exciting hotel openings for 2021. Set within a historic 17th-century mansion, Can Ferrereta is home to one of the region’s most exciting collections of contemporary art and will be the first luxury hotel to open the quaint rural town of Santanyí in the south-east of Mallorca. Many of the bedrooms and suites will feature private patios and terraces, while the hotel’s signature suite will have its own private swimming pool and garden. Mediterranean restaurant OCRE, complete with a Mallorcan patio, will serve delicious seasonal dishes made with local produce and will be complemented by two bars, a 25m swimming pool, gym and a beautifully designed SA CALMA spa, complete with hammam and indoor pool.
Rates starting from £280 per night including breakfast
Borough Court, Hampshire
Borough Court is one of the oldest houses in Hampshire with records going back as far as 1333. Once a monastic property the house is at the end of a long drive and surrounded by 90 acres of grazing pasture, gardens and woodland. Privacy is the name of the game here with just two large double rooms and one twin. The rooms are comfortable (I’ve never been so tempted to steal a pillow!) and the en-suite bathrooms large and luxurious. Dogs and children are welcome.
Rates from £130 per night including breakfast
Buxton Crescent, Derbyshire
Following an extensive refurbishment of one of England’s most significant Georgian buildings, Buxton Crescent in Derbyshire is now open. The hotel spa has a focus on hydrotherapy and is home to three pools including an impressive indoor-outdoor rooftop pool which overlooks the historic town. All of the 81 rooms at Buxton Crescent combine modern comfort with classic style, some even have four-poster beds and freestanding baths with views over the town’s winding streets and slate roofs. The spa is home to eight impressive treatment rooms, one of which has been custom-built for dual treatments which include a range of bespoke massages and therapies.
Rates from £125 per night including breakfast
www.ensanahotels.com/buxton/en
Travel News
Noto, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Look out for two new Italian openings this year including the 3-room luxury residence Palazzo Passerini in Cortona, Tuscany and Q92 Noto a 9-room hideaway in the historic city of Noto, Sicily. From QRA Hospitality (better known for Hotel Villa Carlotta and Hotel Villa Ducale two of the best boutique hotels in Taormina) comes their latest addition Q92 Noto Hotel a baroque palazzo in one of the best locations in the UNESCO world heritage site of Noto, Sicily. Nine rooms, a pretty garden with a small pool, private and romantic, it’s a little hidden gem waiting to be discovered. Book now in time for its opening in April.
Opening in Edinburgh The Glorious Playground (Gleneagles) is city-bound! Gleneagles will be opening in Edinburgh in autumn 2021. The iconic sporting and country estate is launching its first-ever city outpost in St Andrew Square, the Gleneagles Townhouse.