From the International Luxury Travel Market (ILTM) Cannes, Marriott International, Inc. announced plans to introduce more than 35 luxury hotels in 2023, delivering the unique and meaningful experiences desired by today’s luxury travellers. With an unparalleled footprint of nearly 500 luxury hotels and resorts in 68 countries and territories today, Marriott International is poised to further its position as the global leader in luxury hospitality, with more than 200 luxury properties in the development pipeline.
Boasting an unrivalled portfolio of luxury brands, including The Ritz-Carlton, Ritz-Carlton Reserve, St. Regis, W Hotels, The Luxury Collection, EDITION, JW Marriott, and Bulgari Hotels & Resorts, Marriott International continues to push the boundaries, reimagining travel with a globally inspired perspective that defines the future of luxury.
From Kenya to Singapore and Japan to Mexico, more than 35 new hotels are slated to open next year in sought-after and emerging destinations worldwide.
Luxury’s Great Reimagining.
“Whether it’s a focus on nurturing closer relationships, a desire to be more present, or finding ways to make a positive impact, across our luxury brands we are evolving to allow our guests to focus on what they believe matters most,” said Chris Gabaldon, Senior Vice President, Luxury Brands, Marriott International.
As we grow our portfolio of luxury hotels and resorts in some of the most iconic and compelling destinations globally, our expanding footprint allows us to offer transformative experiences that lead to a renewed sense of purpose and enhanced mental and physical well-being for the modern luxury traveller. More than ever, our guests prioritise more meaningful travel and time spent with loved ones, looking for experiences that reflect their values and enhance their overall quality of life.
The world has experienced a seismic cultural shift following the events of the last several years, according to a study exploring the impact on the values and aspirations that matter most to guests, conducted in collaboration with creative agency Team One. Our collective mindset has changed from viewing travel as a luxury commodity to an activity vital to overall well-being,” said Tina Edmundson, Global Brand and Marketing Officer Marriott International.
The Ritz-Carlton Leads Through Innovation While Pursuing Global Growth.
Showcasing a new contemporary aesthetic and the renowned brand’s legendary service, The Ritz-Carlton continues to lead through innovation as it thoughtfully grows its portfolio in the world’s most exciting destinations.
Rissai Valley, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Above the city skyline, The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne, is slated to grow the brand’s footprint in Australia next year. At the same time, The Ritz-Carlton, Fukuoka, is expected to deliver a new offering in the business district of this southwestern Japanese city. In 2022, the iconic brand drove global buzz with debuts in New York’s NoMad neighbourhood and Amman, in addition to celebrating the launch of Evrima, the first yacht from The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection.
In the year ahead, the brand expects to open two new hotels in North America, including its first property in America’s Pacific Northwest region with The Ritz-Carlton, Portland, and The Ritz-Carlton Paradise Valley, The Palmeraie in Arizona’s coveted Scottsdale area.
St. Regis Celebrates its Vanguard Spirit in Alluring New Destinations.
Highlighting a commitment to growing its resort portfolio, in 2023, the brand expects to debut The St. Regis Kanai Resort, an enchanting haven nestled in a 620-acre nature reserve along Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula with ocean views from every guestroom.
The St. Regis Kanai Resort, Riviera Maya
The iconic brand is also slated to bring its acclaimed Butler Service and storied legacy to Belgrade. It is expected to open its first two properties in Saudi Arabia by debuting a hotel in Riyadh and a resort located on its private island within the Red Sea project.
St. Regis continues solidifying its position as a global luxury icon by bringing its vanguard spirit, signature glamour, and celebrated rituals to some of the world’s most desired destinations. In the year ahead, St. Regis also anticipates expanding its footprint in North America with St. Regis Chicago, an exquisite architectural marvel envisioned by Jeanne Gang Studio.
W Hotels Continues Pushing the Boundaries & Expanding to Iconic Destinations.
This year also brought further growth in the Middle East with the addition of W Dubai – Mina Seyahi, rising 31 stories above the Arabian Gulf, and in Canada with the W Toronto, which nods to the city’s rich musical heritage with Canada’s first W Sound Suite – the brand’s signature recording studio experience – and celebrates Toronto’s storied art scene, diversity of culture and legacy of inclusivity. With the opening of W Algarve – atop the dramatic cliffs of Southern Portugal – and W Costa Navarino – located along the sandy shorelines of Greece – the brand debuted in two sought-after locales in 2022, providing a glimpse into W’s new vision.
Also slated for later next year, W New York – Union Square and W Hollywood are expected to emerge newly transformed, embodying the fully reimagined W experience. In 2022, W Hotels introduced an evolved lens on its natural approach to luxury and is set to infuse subtle sophistication into each of its 67 hotels worldwide.
W pushes the boundaries of elevated design, regionally inspired programming, and its iconic “Whatever/Whenever” service, refined for the next generation of travellers. Looking ahead to 2023, W Hotels anticipates debuting in Prague, Budapest, Edinburgh, Sydney, Macau, and Milan.
EDITION’s Rapid Expansion Continues in Top Destinations.
EDITION, a unique luxury collection of individualized hotels considered the next chapter in the lifestyle hotel story, expanded into Madrid and Tampa in 2022.
With 15 hotels currently in the global portfolio, EDITION is projected to grow its personal and intimate hospitality experience to 21 destinations by the end of 2023, with expected openings next year to include Rome, Riviera Maya at Kanai, Tokyo, Ginza, Singapore, Jeddah, and Doha.
Known for sophisticated design, a curated taste of the locale, and modern service, EDITION Hotels is rapidly expanding internationally in 2023, with new openings planned across several regions, including the brand’s first properties in Italy, Mexico, and Southeast Asia.
The Luxury Collection Brings Transformational Experiences and Destination-Rooted Authenticity.
In 2022, the brand showcased elevated palatial interiors and world-class epicurean delights in Madrid with the opening of Santo Mauro, brought luxurious coastal charm to the idyllic Greek island of Paros through Cosme, and made its debut in Australia with the opening of The Tasman in Hobart, a waterfront city steeped in rich history.
