Preferred Hotels & Resorts Welcomes 10 New Luxury Hotels Worldwide

Preferred Hotels & Resorts expands its collection with new stays spanning beachfront retreats, safari camps and vibrant cities.

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Preferred Hotels & Resorts. The Meru Sanur – Bali, Indonesia
The Meru Sanur – Bali, Indonesia

Preferred Hotels & Resorts has added 10 new properties to its global portfolio between April 1 and June 30, 2026, expanding its collection of independent hotels and luxury stays across some of the world’s most sought-after destinations.

The latest additions span Bali, Kenya, Belgium, Portugal, Italy, Ireland, the United Arab Emirates and the U.S. Virgin Islands, offering travellers a wide choice of experiences, from beachfront wellness retreats and design-led city hotels to luxury safari camps and private residences.

For a limited time, Prefer Hotel Rewards members can also earn 2,500 bonus points on eligible stays at participating new member properties.

“As travelers continue seeking more meaningful and personalised ways to experience the world, we are proud to welcome these exceptional independent properties to our global portfolio,” said Lindsey Ueberroth, Chief Executive Officer of Preferred Hotels & Resorts. “Each reflects a strong sense of place and individuality, whether through thoughtful design, immersive cultural connections, innovative wellness offerings, or exceptional service, further expanding the diverse range of experiences available through Preferred Hotels & Resorts.”

Among the latest additions are several distinctive properties offering guests new ways to experience their destinations.

The Botany – Saint Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands. Preferred Hotels & Resorts
The Botany – Saint Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands

Part of the L.V.X. Collection, The Botany is set to open this winter within the 300-acre Preserve at Botany Bay on the western tip of Saint Thomas.

The intimate retreat will feature just 20 villa-style accommodations, many offering views of the turquoise Caribbean Sea. Guests can spend their days between two pools, enjoy spa treatments or take part in nature walks, yoga and water-based activities. Dining will bring Caribbean flavours to the table through a modern approach, while curated experiences will introduce travellers to the landscape, culture and character of the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Located along Sanur Beach in Bali, The Meru Sanur joins the L.V.X. Collection with 184 spacious suites and a strong focus on wellness, Balinese culture and contemporary design.

The resort is part of The Sanur, Indonesia’s first special economic zone dedicated to health and wellness tourism, bringing together traditional healing practices and modern medical expertise. A key feature is Taru Pramana Spa & Wellness, where treatments draw from centuries-old Balinese healing traditions. Guests can also enjoy mindfulness activities, oceanfront relaxation and wellness programmes designed to support physical and mental wellbeing.

Ilora Retreats – Maasai Mara, Kenya. Preferred Hotels & Resorts
Ilora Retreats – Maasai Mara, Kenya

For travellers seeking an immersive Kenya safari experience, Ilora Retreats offers an intimate base in the Maasai Mara National Reserve.

Part of the Lifestyle Collection, the luxury safari camp occupies 30 acres of protected wilderness and features just 14 tented suites, giving guests a close connection to the surrounding landscape.

Game drives offer opportunities to see the Big Five, while the experience extends beyond traditional safari activities with bush walks, hot air balloon rides, wildlife photography and cultural encounters with the local Maasai community. Back at camp, guests can enjoy spa treatments, gather around the fire beneath the stars or take in views across the Mara’s expansive savannah.

Preferred Hotels & Resorts - Via Antwerp – Belgium
Via Antwerp – Belgium

In Antwerp’s Zurenborg neighbourhood, Via Antwerp brings together contemporary design, local culture and community.

The Lifestyle Collection property features 176 guestrooms and suites inspired by the neighbourhood’s distinctive Art Nouveau architecture. Its programme of experiences includes art exhibitions, live music, yoga, pop-up dining and cycling opportunities for guests keen to explore Antwerp like a local. The hotel’s MEA Mediterranean restaurant and bar serves flavour-driven cuisine from morning through evening, creating a popular gathering place for both travellers and residents.

MYTHIC SANA Downtown Suites – Lisbon, Portugal: BLACK MOON Gastrobar, dining and cocktails Preferred Hotels & Resorts
MYTHIC SANA Downtown Suites

Located on Rua Áurea in Lisbon’s historic Baixa Pombalina district, MYTHIC SANA Downtown Suites offers an intimate luxury stay within a carefully restored historic building.

The Legend Collection property has 48 guestrooms and suites, each supported by the hotel’s signature Golden Sleeves Butler service. Guests can receive personalised recommendations, curated itineraries and in-suite experiences tailored to their stay. At BLACK MOON Gastrobar, dining and cocktails are complemented by a dedicated Champagne Bar. The hotel’s central location also puts Lisbon’s historic attractions, waterfront and cultural highlights within easy reach.

Five other properties joined the Preferred Hotels & Resorts portfolio during the same period:

  • Montebelo Vista Alegre Lisboa Chiado Hotel, Lisbon, Portugal – Lifestyle Collection
  • San Clemente Palace Venice, Venice, Italy – Legend Collection
  • Teatro Luxury Apartments – Starhotels Collezione, Florence, Italy – Preferred Residences
  • The Victoria Killarney, Killarney, Ireland – Lifestyle Collection
  • Wynn Al Marjan Island, United Arab Emirates – Legend Collection

Together, the new arrivals add further variety to Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ collection, giving travellers more options for independent luxury hotels, wellness escapes, city breaks, safari holidays and destination-led stays around the world.

From the beaches of Bali and the wildlife of the Maasai Mara to historic European cities and the Caribbean coast, the latest properties reflect the growing appeal of hotels that offer a strong sense of place and a more individual approach to luxury travel.

With these 10 additions, Preferred Hotels & Resorts continues to give travellers more distinctive ways to discover the world through independently minded hospitality.

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