These are the best new hotels that opened in 2022

Andaz Prague

Hyatt’s first hotel in the Czech Republic seamlessly blends history and modernity.

First impressions: Located in the neoclassical Sugar Palace — constructed in 1916 for the Sugar Industry Insurance Association — the ultra-modern interiors feel like a blend of a WeWork and an art gallery, with free barista-made coffee and a Czech-Japanese fusion restaurant.

Wake-up call: Get a room on the south side of the building, and you’ll wake up to a stunning view of the Gothic Church of St. Henry And St. Kunhuta. Take in the city’s medieval rooftops as you make a Nespresso and relax on the Art Deco-style couch while you decide whether to visit Old Town Square or Prague Castle first.

Explore: If you’re visiting in the summer, take the tram up to Letna Park, one of the city’s largest green spaces, for a walk and enjoy a pint at its beer garden. Then, head to the nearby Kavárna Liberál for a snack or a light lunch.

Afternoon break: The spa in the hotel’s basement has a sauna and an extensive treatment menu incorporating products from Czech cosmetic designer Klára Rott. It’s the perfect place to relax after a long day exploring the city on foot.

Evening out: Start with a draft beer from Pioneer Beer — one of many Czech craft breweries — at the hotel bar, Mez, and walk to Masaryčka for an upscale Czech dinner; try the beef goulash for a local treat. Afterward, take tram 6 north to the steampunk-trippy Cross Club, where you can watch bands and DJs perform until the wee hours.

Upgrade your stay: Junior suites have separate working and living areas with huge bathrooms. If you’re paying with points, a standard suite will cost between 36,000 and 44,000 points per night, though a Hyatt Suite Night Upgrade will also do the trick.

Order this: The hotel serves excellent in-room breakfasts (get the eggs Benedict with salmon), so if it’s included with your room rate or you have Globalist status, skip the restaurant one day and order room service instead.

Check out: Rates at this Category 6 property start at $350, or between 21,000 and 29,000 World of Hyatt points per night. — By Andrew Kunesh

Park Hyatt Chicago

A stay here is anything but staid, thanks to a recent makeover that spells exciting changes for the luxury label.

First impressions: Beaming doormen bedecked in sharp black uniforms seem to await every guest’s specific arrival. Step into the lobby, and you’ll be met with the cool, sleek vibes of a check-in area decked out in soaring gray stone columns.

Wake-up call: The $60 million renovation gave guest rooms a much-needed brightening. That makes it pretty inviting to just call up room service and spend the morning reading the news from an iPad while soaking in the free-standing bathtub and sipping your coffee.

Explore: Shop ‘til you drop at the boutiques lining Michigan Avenue and neighboring Oak Street. Those not in the mood to make a dent in their wallet can hop aboard one of the many Chicago architecture tours by boat on the nearby Chicago River. For active travelers, the convenient location also makes running along the Lake Michigan waterfront a must-do.

Evening out: Plan an early dinner at NoMI for rillettes and scallops, but head out for a Windy City evening. A comedy show is a must at Second City, a training ground for many “Saturday Night Live” cast members and only an eight-minute taxi ride back to the hotel.

Upgrade your stay: Hyatt Globalists are privy to some incredible suite upgrades here based on availability, as well as free daily breakfast at NoMI (the eggs shakshuka is divine … and a little spicy).

For your feed: Parker, a one-eyed pug who has lived at the hotel since the team here rescued him, is the Park Hyatt Chicago’s most beloved resident and happy to pose for Instagram posts. Between naps, of course.

Check out: Depending on the time of year, starting rates range from around $400 to $650 a night or 21,000 to 29,000 World of Hyatt points a night. — By Cameron Sperance

Related: A luxe city legend reborn: Two nights at the renovated Park Hyatt Chicago

Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo

A secluded paradise on Mexico’s wild and rugged Costalegre, this luxurious hideaway feels truly immersed in nature.

First impressions: Carved into the cliffside at the end of a jungle-fringed road, this 3,000-acre property blends Pre-Columbian, Spanish colonial and contemporary Mexican design (lava stone walls and native wood details). But in the main reception area, all eyes are drawn to sublime views of the Pacific.

Wake-up call: Linger in your room with its custom-made wooden furniture, locally produced paintings and ceramics, and large bathroom with double vanities and an oversized soaking tub. Enjoy an herbaceous smoothie and tropical fruit grown at the on-site farm on your furnished terrace before joining a resident biologist for a leisurely hike to the coastline.

Explore: Don your snorkel gear at one of the resort’s three swimmable beaches (which extend for six miles) or sign up for a scuba or freediving tour with the concierge.

Afternoon break: Sign up the kids for Caramelo, a fully supervised children’s program, while you tee off on the David Fleming-designed El Tamarindo 18-hole golf course. Or, sequester yourself in a private cabana at the resort’s striking, multi-tiered infinity pools and order classic Mexican dishes from Nacho, the oceanfront taquería.

Evening in: Each of the hotel’s restaurants incorporates fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers and eggs from Rancho Ortega (the resort’s 35-acre on-site garden). Dine on nouvelle Mexican cuisine at Coyul, which showcases the culinary wizardry of renowned Mexican chef Elena Reygadas. Or, when it opens in 2023 overlooking Majahua Beach, Sal will specialize in seafood.

Upgrade your stay: Even base-level nature rooms are spacious (710 square feet). However, for sheer drama, a one-bedroom, adults-only Cliffside Suite has ocean views, a separate living area, indoor and outdoor showers and a private 43-foot infinity pool.

For your feed: At magic hour, take a surfboard out on Tamarindo Beach and watch as shades of pink and purple illuminate the wild coastline.

Check out: Beachfront rooms start at $2,312 per night. A one-bedroom Cliffside Suite with an infinity pool starts at $2,448. — By Caroline Lascom

Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser

First impressions: Step aboard the Halcyon Starcruiser for a two-night space adventure where your “cabin” has a droid available by video chat, bunk beds and a window to the stars so you don’t miss a single jump through hyperspace.

Wake-up call: Order the Chandrilan waffle with rolled omelet and roasted sausage from the Corellia Dining Room before embarking on your first mission. You’re now a character in this Star Wars story, after all. Participate in lightsaber training, navigate a flight from the bridge or help Chewbacca save his friends from the First Order.

Explore: Enjoy a seamless trip to Batuu (Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios) with cut-the-line access to attractions, important character meetings and achievements toward your Starcruiser mission.

Afternoon break: Between the missions and secret messages on your datapad (phone) stop by the Sublight Lounge for a hologram game of Sabacc and a cocktail. We recommend the Cloud of Bespin with lemon, orgeat, passion fruit and falernum-lemon foam.

Evening in: Feast on pan-seared dumplings and “bantha” beef tenderloin while an extraterrestrial performer, Gaya, enchants with song and dance — she’ll even teach a traditional Ryloth dance to her hit, “Rockstar Queen.” Don’t miss a moment when the First Order appears for the final showdown; head to the main atrium right after the second dinner seating on your last night.

As seen on: You don’t have to be a Star Wars superfan who knows all the lore, but it does help to have reference points. At least watch “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” (2015) and “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” (2017) — the latter is roughly when, in the Star Wars timeline, your voyage on the Halcyon takes place.

Check out: Space travel isn’t cheap. Rates start at $4,809 (plus tax, based on double occupancy) for the two-night journey and $5,999 for a family of four, but also include meals, entertainment, tickets to Hollywood Studios and most nonalcoholic drinks. — By Summer Hull

Related: Bookings are open: How to get a reservation for the new Star Wars hotel at Disney World

Alila Kothaifaru Maldives

The only thing more stunning than the spa-like villas are the turquoise waters and sweeping Maldivian sunsets.

Wake-up call: Order breakfast at your villa and enjoy it Instagram-style in the pool, or arrange for a sunrise spread served by a private attendant on a traditional Maldivian dhoni boat.

Explore: Experience the natural beauty of the Maldives by snorkeling through the reefs surrounding the resort. Or, join an excursion to Hanifaru Bay, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve where manta rays and whale sharks abound.

Afternoon break: Get shareable Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes that rotate daily at Seasalt for lunch, then take a kayak out for a midafternoon paddle before relaxing by the main infinity pool. Or, head to the Alila Spa for the 2.5-hour “Maldives Indulgence” with a honey-coconut body scrub, a coconut oil massage and a mini facial.

Evening in: Reserve a beach table at Umami for the freshest sushi and sashimi of your life. If sunsets are the key to your perfect vacation, book a Sunset Water Villa to watch the sky glow from the privacy of your deck, then head to Yakitori Bar for craft cocktails and sake.

Upgrade your stay: Book an all-inclusive package (from $1,275 per night, based on double occupancy with a four-night minimum) that includes breakfast, lunch and dinner at Seasalt, one 60-minute spa treatment per adult, unlimited beverages including select wines, beers and spirits, and a $100 daily dining credit.

For your feed: For a romantic evening, you can request a private dinner on the beach set up on a table sunken in the sand with a menu of your favorite dishes from the resort.

Check out: Rooms from $722, or 25,000 to 35,000 World of Hyatt points per night. — By Tanner Saunders

The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad

Bold design and a star chef attract a young crowd to Ritz-Carlton’s newest Manhattan property.

Wake-up call: From the oversized picture window in your room, admire the gasp-worthy views of lower Manhattan and the World Trade Center cutting a striking silhouette in the morning glow. Head down to the lobby for complimentary coffee or Barney & Sons tea in the lobby lounge, which is replete with chartreuse and sage-hued velvet.

Explore: NoMad is a small neighborhood but not short on attractions. Grab a bench in Madison Square Park for prime people-watching, tour the Empire State Building and peruse the wholesale flower shops on West 28th before returning to the hotel.

Afternoon break: Zaytinya, a lobby-level Mediterranean restaurant from chef José Andrés, has fast become a hotspot for New York power lunches. Pair the cured carp roe-topped taramasalata with fresh-baked pita bread and an assortment of other small mezze; the afelia-style Brussels sprouts with coriander, tart barberries and garlic yogurt is a knockout.

Evening in: Choose your own adventure with an evening in at the Ritz-Carlton. Opt for either a night at Nubeluz, a swanky bar concept with club chairs and 270-degree panoramas from the 50th floor (if you can snag a mandatory reservation), or a relaxing bedtime soak in the oversized soaking bath in your terrazzo marble bathroom.

Upgrade your stay: Book the 90-minute Rose Quartz Remedy, a spa treatment worthy of the city’s famous flower district. Frangipani, rose geranium and palmarosa star in the botanical-based body exfoliation and massage ($425).

Order this: Save room for an assortment of theatrical tapas from the third culinary space opening soon at the Ritz-Carlton: The Bazaar by José Andrés.

Check out: Cash rates start around $1,000 per night, or you can redeem between 90,000 and 120,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night. — By Melanie Lieberman

Related: A new Ritz-Carlton just opened in New York City — and we got a sneak peek

The Schoolhouse Hotel

Feel like the head of the class at this historic West Virginia schoolhouse turned hotel.

First impressions: Full accessibility in every space is the north star for the world’s first all-ADA-compliant hotel. The entrance has synthetic grass for service pets, the floor beneath the bar is lowered so bartenders are at eye level with guests, and bathrooms have hydronic body lifts for the tubs or roll-in showers.

Wake-up call: Fill up for a big day out with a leisurely in-room “breakfast of champions” (two eggs, bacon or sausage and home fries). Afterward, stretch it out in the hotel’s serene meditation room with yoga equipment and overstuffed floor pillows.

Explore: Check out the 18-mile trail system within the Greenbrier State Forest or, if the outdoors aren’t your thing, peruse the boutiques, antique shops and galleries around historic downtown Lewisburg.

Afternoon break: Grab a bite at the property’s main restaurant, The Varsity Club, where Nashville hot chicken sandwiches and other scratch-made Southern classics will make you wish the cafeteria lunches of your childhood were half as tasty.

Evening out: Splurge on the seafood blanquette (poached lobster, bay scallops, peekytoe crab and caviar in a creamy stew) at the iconic Greenbrier Resort, less than a mile from the hotel. Later, head to Lewisburg’s Carnegie Hall to catch a Black Opry performance of country, blues, folk and Americana music.

Upgrade your stay: Level up your getaway with the hotel’s romance package, complete with Champagne, flowers and a $100 dining credit.

For your feed: Watch the sunset douse the surrounding mountains with color at the hotel’s rooftop, where menus have a composition notebook design.

Check out: Room rates start at $110 per night. — By Kristy Tolley

First impressions: Pass the black-velvet ropes guarding the entrance to one of the city’s most expensive hotels and feel the fatigue of Midtown melt away. With the street noise muted, the only sounds you’re likely to hear are well-heeled guests fawning over the 14th-floor lobby’s Japanese Ikebana-inspired floral arrangements.

Wake-up call: Watch the city wake up outside your windows, then close the curtains, light the fireplace and draw a bath to ease yourself into the day as you contemplate the life-size reproduction of a 16th-century Japanese masterpiece, “Pine Trees,” painted on the wall panels across from the bed.

Explore: Outside the 1921 gold-topped Crown building housing the Aman, iconic stores like Bergdorf Goodman are steps away. Also nearby, the Museum of Modern Art has hundreds of thousands of treasures, like van Gogh’s “The Starry Night.”

Afternoon break: The Aman’s pearl is its three-story, 25,000-square-foot spa, where treatments range from massages and facials to nonsurgical facelifts and cryotherapy. After, relax in a cushioned lounger by a fireplace lining the 65-foot indoor swimming pool, or sip an Aperol spritz under the retractable glass roof of the Garden Terrace.

Evening in: Decide between dinner at Arva, the hotel’s rustic Italian spot, or its intimate omakase restaurant, Nama, with a Japanese hinoki wood counter. Later, head to The Jazz Club downstairs to hear the city’s best musicians while sipping cocktails inspired by other Aman properties. Just don’t forget to make a reservation well in advance.

Upgrade your stay: For a more exclusive spa experience, reserve a full- or half-day private “spa house” for your treatments with a living room area, an outdoor terrace with a hot bath and cold-plunge pool and either a hammam or banya, starting at $6,200.

For your feed: Pause in the Lounge Bar to contemplate artist Peter Gentenaar’s absolutely stunning paper-and-bamboo installation floating like a jellyfish from the ceiling.

Check out: Rooms start around $2,600 per night. — By Tanner Saunders

Sommerro

Oslo’s new Sommero is an art-filled antidote to your average historic European hotel.

First impressions: Feel transported to a 1930s artists’ enclave in this reborn landmark, complete with a massive wall fresco, ceiling mural and mosaics by Norwegian artist Per Krohg. Even in the rooms, Art Deco details abound, like polished Hilding Anders bedframes with checkerboard details and molded ceilings.

Wake-up call: Grab coffee at Kafe Lucy in the lobby, and retreat to the library, a cozy reading corner with blush-velvet sofas, expressive floral motifs and a collection of books ranging from classic 20th-century novels by Norwegian author Johan Falkberget to contemporary fiction by international writers Sally Rooney and Haruki Murakami.

Explore: With the Solli tram stop just across the street, visitors are less than 15 minutes from Oslo’s most famous art institutions, including Vigeland sculpture park, the National Museum and the Munch Museum.

Afternoon break: Partake in a traditional Nordic wellness experience at the restored Vestkantbadet, including the 15,000-square-foot underground public baths, the year-round rooftop pool, a series of saunas, plunge pools and more. Carve out time for a workout in the sprawling subterranean fitness center, too.

Evening in: Ascend a spiral staircase to Tak Oslo, the rooftop restaurant that crowns Sommerro and serves Nordic-Japanese fare like beetroot-marinated salmon with rye bread, shiro miso and fennel salad, or Norwegian pork belly with cinnamon teriyaki, parsley root puree and daikon salad.

Upgrade your stay: Suite bathrooms are clad in a mix of colorful marbles and come with deep tubs, so you can continue your wellness soaks in the privacy of your room.

As seen on: With its turn-of-the-century design elements, Sommerro could be mistaken for a Wes Anderson film set, complete with neon signage and highly stylized logos.

The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon

A cool boutique brand goes global with a towering presence over the Thai capital.

First impressions: Maybe it’s because it’s in one of Thailand’s tallest, most architecturally daring skyscrapers. Or, maybe it’s the hip design with its funky color palette and the collection of distinct places to eat, drink and be fabulous. Either way, the Standard Bangkok shows that a luxury hotel doesn’t have to be so … beige.

Wake-up call: Roll over, open the curtains with the push of a nightstand button and let the sun in to beat the jet lag. Head to the pool as early as possible for skyline views, a green apple cold-pressed juice and a few laps before the afternoon flood of guests arrives to take Instagram photos.

Explore: Bangkok’s financial district isn’t as scintillating as the beaches of Phuket, but some of the city’s best restaurants, like Gaa and the Bo.Ian food center are just a 15-minute drive away — as is the Grand Palace, one of the nation’s biggest attractions.

Afternoon break: The Standard Gym’s impressive lineup of fitness classes might beckon travelers craving physical activity before a night out. However, it’s also hard not to succumb to the temptation of an al fresco cocktail like the gin and yuzu-forward Rhythm on a cozy lounger at The Parlor, an all-day space that’s a mix of a cafe and lounge indoors with a cozy terrace off the hotel lobby.

Evening out: It’s a tough call on dinner: Mott 32 Bangkok, on the hotel’s second floor, serves Cantonese creations in a dimly lit dining room, while Ojo Bangkok on the 76th floor serves upscale Mexican. The uninterrupted views are the main dish (nab a table on the outdoor patio for the ultimate sky-high experience).

Upgrade your stay: Regular guest rooms are spacious, but consider splurging on a Balcony Suite (typically starting at 28,000 Thai Baht or about $810 per night) for a more decadent bathroom with a separate rain shower and soaking tub as well as your own private outdoor space overlooking the Bangkok skyline.

For your feed: The Standard’s Sky Beach bar shares space with an often crowded public observation deck on the 78th floor. Be patient for sunset photos of Bangkok’s bristling skyline and Chao Phraya River.

Check out: Depending on the time of year, room rates start as low as 6,000 Thai Baht, or about $173 per night. — By Cameron Sperance

Buahan, a Banyan Tree Escape

Reconnect with nature (and yourself) at this Balinese jungle hideaway.

First impressions: See why they call Bali the Island of the Gods after winding through the rice terraces and banana plantations an hour north of Ubud to Buahan’s welcome pavilion, where a spirited bang on the wooden kulkul gong announces your arrival.

Wake-up call: Days start early with the chirping of birds and the gush of the Ayung River (without doors or walls, forest sounds — and a few bugs — are part of the ambiance). Join the riverside sunrise yoga session, or sip pour-over locally grown coffee as you watch the mist lick the treetops from your bale’s private deck.

Explore: Choose an activity from the daily calendar, like a hike to the resort’s private waterfall (sans throngs of would-be Instagram influencers), a vigorous bike tour past Hindu temples and through fruit plantations, or a class where you mix your own detoxifying body scrub.

Afternoon break: Spend the afternoon snoozing by the main infinity pool, fringed by red-umbrellaed loungers, or your bale’s private pool, then make your way down to one of the spa pavilions for a signature treatment like the 90-minute sound healing and chakra balancing experience.

Evening in: Soak in your hand-beaten copper tub as the jungle settles down for the evening, then feast on a multicourse meal (all sourced locally, much of it plant-based) of dishes like grilled baby cabbage with miso and mushroom tempeh with grassy kai lan stem powder.

Upgrade your stay: Spend the predawn hours hiking with a private guide up the steep slopes of sacred Mount Batur for a spectacular sunrise some guests describe as transcendent.

Order this: The Botanist Bar’s Boni cocktail is a tangy but strong mix of berry kombucha, house-made orange liqueur and locally distilled Kaja vodka.

Check out: Rates at the adults-only (ages 18 and up) Buahan, a Banyan Tree Escape, start at $580 per night (you can use Accor Live Limitless points to offset some of the cost of your stay). — By Eric Rosen

Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection by Hilton

An eco-friendly boutique hotel is reborn as a Hilton — so you can finally use points to visit the Galapagos.

First impressions: Board the ferry from Seymour Ecological Galapagos Airport (GPS) on Baltra to Santa Cruz Island, where a car brings you the rest of the way to the hotel, which occupies over 550 acres in the Miconia Highland Forest. If you booked a villa, check out its amenities, which might include a private garden, a sauna or an open fireplace.

Wake-up call: Throw back the covers and head to the hotel’s eponymous restaurant. Here, you can assemble a breakfast featuring plenty of fresh fruit and international breakfast staples before an active day in the Galapagos.

Explore: Guests at the Royal Palm are there to discover the incredible scenery and biodiversity of the Galapagos (think: marine iguanas, tortoises, sea lions and blue-footed boobies). Ask reception for help arranging activities like kayaking and snorkeling at Tortuga Bay.

Afternoon break: Take a refreshing dip in the hotel’s pool, which will undergo a transformation in 2023, before watching the sunset with the hotel’s signature Highland Mist drink (with notes of white ginger, lemongrass, sour orange, blackberry and peppermint) in hand.

Evening out: Sure, you could retreat to your room for the evening — but why truncate your time in nature? Spend a night sleeping beneath the equatorial stars, listening for the rare calls of the short-eared owls living on the estate. Your campsite will include tents with sleeping bags, firepits, cocoa with marshmallows, and you can even have dinner delivered.

Upgrade your stay: Next year, you can reserve a table for a six-course dinner at the fine-dining restaurant in one of the lava tubes looping beneath the property for an “extra-immersive” culinary experience.

Buy the book: Round out your discovery of the archipelago by reading Charles Darwin’s seminal work, “The Galapagos Islands.”

Related: Hilton just opened the first points hotel in the Galapagos — and it has a restaurant in a lava tunnel

Hilton Maldives Amingiri Resort & Spa

This new Hilton resort proves the Maldives can be a great destination for families, as well as couples.

First impressions: Hop off the scenic 20-minute boat ride from Male International Airport (MLE) and head right to your villa, where you can spend a few moments deciding whether the ocean-facing soaking tub, your private plunge pool or the hammock is your top spot to unwind.

Wake-up call: Perfect your warrior stances with sunrise yoga on the beach before heading to the open-air, open-kitchen concept Habitat, where dishes range from chocolate pancakes to Maldivian-inspired mas-huni omelets with tuna, grated coconuts and a local blend of spices.

Explore: No trip to the Maldives is complete without a snorkel or dive trip — and there happen to be 30 dive sites nearby, including shipwrecks. Glass-bottom kayaks and paddleboards are available, and guests can even join the resort’s biologist on a traditional Maldivian boat to spot and learn about green sea turtles.

Afternoon break: At Beach Shack, meat- and seafood-focused dishes are served alongside kid-approved pizza at tables in the sand. After, drop the tykes off at the Krakengiri kids club for supervised arts and crafts or beach fun while you hit the Amingiri Spa for a massage or hammam ritual. Or, little ones can get pampered too, with the Young Zen menu for health and wellness programs for kids ages 5 to 18.

Evening out: A dolphin cruise is the most magical way to experience a Maldivian sunset before a family-friendly dinner or an upscale meal at Origin, with tasting menus showcasing lobster and snapper. On certain evenings, the whole family can gather for an outdoor movie night.

Upgrade your stay: For the ultimate family splurge, book the Amingiri Residence, a six-bedroom villa with a private arrival pier, spa room and gym.

For your feed: Private photo session packages are available with a photographer to make sure you leave with that frame-worthy shot by the time you embark on the journey home.

Check out: Rooms from $832, or 110,000 Hilton Honors points per night. — By Tanner Saunders

Regent Phu Quoc

This opulent yet approachable resort makes Vietnam’s tropical Phu Quoc island even dreamier.

First impressions: Upon arrival, guests pass between pools of lucky, swirling koi fish and vases overflowing with orchids. After a welcome glass of icy ginger-lemongrass tea, admire the mesmerizing blown-glass coral installation en route to your sumptuous suites or green-roofed villa.

Explore: There’s no real reason to leave the Regent, which sits on idyllic Long Beach. Take a barefoot walk or paddle around, then settle into hammocks where attentive beach butlers surprise you with refreshing treats like passion fruit sorbet.

Afternoon break: Stay close to the water at Ocean Club, which serves hedonistic seafood towers and chargrilled Phu Quoc rock lobsters along with sea-themed cocktails like the Coral Reef (rum, pineapple, kumquat and chili salt). After, treat yourself to a realigning four-hand Quartz Poultice Therapy at the spa.

Evening in: It’s time to feast on Vietnamese fare at Rice Market, where Phu Quoc blue crab fried rice is served in gorgeous Karin & Krisa ceramic bowls alongside Iberico pork char siu with Phu Quoc honey and five spice.

Upgrade your stay: Splurging on a Club Pool Villa is like an all-access pass to limitless Champagne and cocktails, a parade of gourmet bites all day, exclusive activities and spaces including a rooftop lounge, and private culinary experiences.

For your feed: It’s a toss-up between the shimmering, cabana-lined pool or your fruit-topped Fugroni (a Vietnamese twist on a classic negroni) backdropped by a quintessential island-pink sunset at gin-focused rooftop Fu Bar.

Check out: Rooms from $340, or 45,000 IHG Rewards points per night. IHG members receive 20{d8a8d447f05f03c64398acf0d3c5a745c9c41fc784ba89cd5aecd37177dc7d51} off food at restaurants. — By Kathryn Romeyn

Related: Glamorous yet intimate: The new Regent Phu Quoc in Vietnam

Voco Johannesburg Rosebank

Design-forward luxury in the heart of South Africa’s Johannesburg.

First impressions: IHG’s vision for its new boutique Voco brand are evident from the black-and-gold colors of the lobby to the comfortable rooms, which have floor-to-ceiling windows with views of Rosebank, plenty of space to relax and unique Art Deco-inflected furniture with funky couches in the rooms and gold-trimmed chairs at the bar.

Wake-up call: Head downstairs to Proud Coffee, the hotel’s in-house coffee shop, and nibble on a French pastry along with a fresh-pulled shot of espresso to start your day. The coffee shop opens right into the lobby, but also has a sidewalk ordering counter with an outdoor dining area. Drink your coffee outside if the weather permits — and maybe opt for a cold brew if it’s hot outside.

Explore: Take an Uber to the Blairgowrie suburb and stroll around Delta Park, one of Johannesburg’s largest parks, with numerous walking trails and a bird sanctuary. Later, head to Mad Giant Brewing’s taproom to chat with locals and enjoy excellent Pilsner beer and brisket.

Afternoon break: Have lunch (try the just-spicy-enough Moroccan chicken) delivered to your hotel room, then walk around the Rosebank Mall that surrounds the hotel, stopping into outposts of Woolworths and Cape Union Mart.

Evening out: Start your night at Proud Mary, the hotel’s on-site restaurant and wine bar. Enjoy a glass of South African Chenin Blanc and order the roasted line fish — prepared with lemon and dill beurre blanc — for your entree. Then, walk a few blocks north to the Turbine Art Fair to see works by South African artists. Just make sure to check beforehand if there’s a current exhibition.

Upgrade your stay: Pay up for a premium room that features a separate sitting area and a large workspace great for relaxing or working remotely. These rooms are usually just $40 to $60 more expensive than a standard room.

Drink this: Heading downstairs for brunch but want to skip the booze? Try the Valentina at Proud Mary, a nonalcoholic mocktail with a refreshing mix of bubbles, cranberry and orange juices.

Check out: Rooms start at $160 or 25,000 IHG One Rewards points per night in early 2023. — By Andrew Kunesh