5 New Hotels

SIX SENSES KYOTO

Kyoto, Japan

As a work of design, Six Senses Kyoto is an impressive one, as modern as can be and yet maximally respectful of Japanese tradition. Woven throughout are details inspired by the Tale of Genji and by ancient Japanese folklore. And yet the effect is never didactic, but simply adds depth to the experience.

THE GALLIVANT

Camber, UK

This former motel is now the Gallivant, a remarkably swanky, beachy-chic boutique hotel. And while it’s inspired by an idealized vision of the Hamptons, its interpretation is a unique one, studiously avoiding transatlantic clichés in favor of a look that’s roughly equal parts casual surf shack and stylish country inn.

VILLAGE BY BOA

Porto, Portugal

This corner of Porto is known for its distinctive terrace-style townhouses, designed in the 19th century as housing for workers’ families. And after a long period of disuse, five of these houses have been transformed into a luxurious and stylish collection of apartment-style hotel suites.

NAUMI HOTEL WELLINGTON

Wellington, New Zealand

The Naumi group is based in Singapore, but that doesn’t stop the colorful creations of hotelier Gaurang Jhunjhnuwala from fitting perfectly in New Zealand. Naumi Wellington, in fact, leans on the local design firm Material Creative to create an experience that’s not just memorable but, ideally, transformative.

LITTLE PALM ISLAND RESORT & SPA

Little Torch Key, FL, USA

Little Palm Island is anything but routine. Guests arrive at the relatively ordinary Little Torch Key and transfer to a yacht named for Harry Truman for the final hop to an island that was one of the former president’s favorite haunts, and is now the only private island resort in North America.