The resort report: what's new in the hotel world
ANN RUPPENSTEIN
Checking out the latest hotel and resort news from fresh renovations to brand new or upcoming properties to entice your clients.
Four Seasons Resort Mallorca is now open for its inaugural season. The 100-acre resort is set on a private estate with carefully restored gardens, seaside woodlands, rugged cliffs and secret beaches.
Following a complete overhaul, the former hideout for the glitterati has reemerged as a sustainable and soulful luxury holiday destination that retains its glam-chic charm.
All 110 guest rooms and suites have terraces facing the sea, and some also offer private plunge pools.
Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa will soon be known as Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort, marking the first Grand Hyatt hotel in Arizona. Ahead of its debut in October, the property is undergoing a $115 million property-wide renovation and rebrand. The completely-renovated 496 accommodations will range from residential-style luxury casitas to king and queen bed accommodations and accessible rooms. There’s also the ultra-luxe, two-story Gainey House, which features a private entrance and driveway, private patio and barbeque, and pool views.
Notably, the resort features an upgraded 10-acre destination pool complex and expanded cabanas. The 2.5-acre outdoor area features 10 unique swimming pools and a pristine sand beach. At the heart of the complex stands a three-story, high-speed waterslide.
There are 13 diverse dining options including everything from Mexican cuisine and innovative Japanese dishes to poolside pizzerias and refreshing ceviche.
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants has announced plans to develop the boutique luxury brand’s first location in Orlando. Slated to open in 2027, the new 261-room, 11-story Kimpton Orlando will be located adjacent to the Kia Center aren as part of Westcourt’s new mixed-use sports and entertainment development.
The hotel will feature over 16,000 square feet of indoor meeting space, providing guests with customizable options to ensure every event is truly memorable. Additional social touchpoints include a full-service restaurant and lobby bar, a cafe, and pool bar and pool lounge.
Situated on an eight-acre site, Westcourt will integrate 265 best-in-market multifamily rental units atop the hotel. The project will also feature up to 300,000 square feet of office space and a 120,000 square foot retail offering dedicated to providing best-in-class dining and entertainment. Additionally, there will be a 3,500-capacity live event venue, multiple meeting spaces and a 1,140 space parking garage. Guests staying at the new Kimpton Orlando will also appreciate Westcourt’s 1.5 acres of outdoor common areas.
Rosewood Exuma
Situated on a 124-acre private island in Exuma known as East Sampson Cay, Rosewood Hotels & Resorts is debuting Rosewood Exuma in 2028. With 33 suites, all offering dramatic views of the island’s pink and white sands and turquoise waters and several sitting directly on the beach, Rosewood Exuma will include a 20,000 square foot sanctuary with six treatment rooms, a hydrotherapy facility, outdoor tranquil pool, and a fitness centre. It will be complemented by an outdoor sports centre featuring tennis, padel and pickleball courts, as well as watersports equipment.
Rosewood Exuma will be home to a fully serviced beach club with a grill restaurant, beach and pool bars, and a private dining room. Two marinas with slips are planned to accommodate yachts up to 150 feet.
