Songtsam Opens Namcha Barwa Lodge in Tibet
Songtsam’s 13th property is a 33-suite lodge at about 3,150 metres in Nyingchi, facing Namcha Barwa, one of the world’s highest peaks.
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The Upper House Unveils the André Fu Suite
The designer who created the Swire Hotels property returns to convert a Level 48 penthouse into a residence with its own dining room and spa.
Fairmont Ambassador Seoul Opens on Yeouido
Korea’s first Fairmont occupies part of Richard Rogers’ Parc.1 complex on Yeouido, with 326 rooms and a 29th-floor restaurant and bar above the Han River.
Grand Hyatt Jeju Opens in Jeju Dream Tower
With 1,600 rooms, 14 restaurants and bars and the island’s largest pool deck, the Lotte Tour Development project becomes Hyatt’s biggest hotel in Asia Pacific.
Four Seasons Returns to Bangkok on the Chao Phraya
Jean-Michel Gathy shaped the interiors of the 299-key riverside hotel, which opens with a Cantonese restaurant, an Italian dining room and BKK Social Club.
The Hari Hong Kong Opens in Wan Chai
The Harilela family’s second Hari hotel, after London, arrives on Hong Kong Island with 210 rooms designed by Tara Bernerd & Partners.
Azumi Setoda Revives a 140-Year-Old Setouchi Estate
Adrian Zecha’s new ryokan concept takes over a salt merchant family’s compound on Ikuchijima, restored by sukiya specialist Shiro Miura.
Hotel The Mitsui Kyoto Opens Opposite Nijo Castle
A Luxury Collection hotel rises on the former Kyoto residence of the Mitsui family, entered through a 300-year-old gate and served by its own onsen.
The Tokyo Edition, Toranomon Opens With Kengo Kuma
Ian Schrager’s brand makes its Japan debut on the top floors of Tokyo World Gate, with 206 rooms and a planted sky garden terrace.
Capella Bangkok Opens on the Chao Phraya
Capella’s first Thai hotel brings 101 river-view rooms, suites and villas to Charoenkrung, with Mauro Colagreco’s Côte and Thai restaurant Phra Nakhon.