Compared with Ritz-Carlton, Four Seasons, St Regis and others, there is one hotel brand that is still a little under the radar. And I'm here to tell you that you should be considering them...
Meet Rosewood Hotels!
Rosewood has experienced significant and strategic growth over the past decade, and can now be considered as a global leader in ultra-luxury hospitality. Their expansion strategy has emphasized "quality growth" – focusing on landmark properties in culturally significant and high-demand locations rather than mere quantity.
Rosewood has made first-time entries into significant markets, such as Germany, Hawai'i, New Zealand, Japan, and the Netherlands all in the last few years, and now has one of the strongest development pipelines in the industry relative to its existing portfolio size, consistently having over 20-30 properties under development.
For 2025 alone, these are the openings:
- Japan: Rosewood Miyakojima (first Rosewood property in Japan).
- The Netherlands: Rosewood Amsterdam.
- Qatar: Rosewood Doha.
- United States: First standalone Rosewood Residence in Beverly Hills, California.
- China: New launches, including New World Jinzhou Hotel.
- Mexico: Rosewood Mandarina and Rosewood Mexico City.
- United Kingdom: The Chancery Rosewood in London (second London property).
As members of Rosewood's ELITE program for preferred travel advisor partners, we have several benefits up our sleeves for all our client stays. So this week we feature 5 of Rosewood's best, all of which we have had clients stay at, and report back with immense satisfaction (and we aren't the least bit surprised!).
Rosewood Vienna
With its Art Nouveau embellishments and charming Old Town views, Rosewood Vienna, which is housed in a 19th-century bank, feels like you’ve stepped into another era. Satisfy your cravings for traditional Austrian favorites like schnitzel and strudel. Savor signature cocktails overlooking St. Peter’s Church at the speakeasy-style rooftop bar. And unwind in one of 100 spacious rooms and suites featuring period details like marble-and-walnut drink cabinets, oversized soaking tubs, and wrought-iron balconies.
Rosewood Villa Magna - Madrid
Long esteemed for hosting discerning travelers, this distinctive hotel has been extensively renovated to an elevated level of luxury and modern amenities. Reopening as Rosewood Villa Magna in the Fall of 2021, the hotel is situated on the grand boulevard Paseo de la Castellana, steps from prestigious Calle Serrano with its desirable restaurants, lively nightlife, shopping, and impressive architecture – and minutes from Art Triangle museums. This urban oasis, surrounded by lush gardens, features 154 thoughtfully appointed guest rooms and suites, distinctive dining experiences, and Sense, A Rosewood Spa.
Kona Village, a Rosewood Resort – Hawaii
Kona Village has a storied past - one of celebrity hideaways and legendary mai tais. Once a secluded sanctuary for the stars, the 150-thatched-roof-hale (or house) resort has been sustainably reopened to A-listers and leisurely beach-goers alike, boasting fresh Pacific Rim-to-table cuisine, décor commissioned from native artists, and spa treatments that usher you into a regenerative state of mental, physical, and spiritual harmony. Don’t miss the 3 p.m. coconut cart delivering refreshing drinks poolside.
Rosewood Cape Kidnappers - New Zealand
Cape Kidnappers, named by Captain James Cook in 1769, features some of the most dramatic coastline in New Zealand. Worldly travelers know it as the home of The Farm at Cape Kidnappers, a 6,000-acre working sheep and cattle farm on land that ends at cliffs plunging 800 feet straight into the sea. Cottage suite accommodations open to stunning Pacific views and feature every creature comfort one could wish for. When you're not traipsing the grounds on foot, by bicycle, or by four-wheel drive, tee off on the award-winning golf course, where each hole offers ocean views – promising to thrill golfers of all levels.
Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi - New Mexico
An intimate world-class retreat, Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi celebrates the enduring creative spirit of the region’s early Native Americans and the rich heritage of the city’s Spanish founders. Set in the cultural heart of New Mexico’s capital, the inn is situated just steps from the city’s galleries, shops, museums, and the historic Santa Fe Plaza. The 57 rooms and 1 suite, all with handcrafted textiles, beamed ceilings, and gas-lit kiva fireplaces, provide a homey atmosphere. Dine in the award-winning Anasazi Restaurant or Bar, enjoy alfresco dining on The Patio, or escape to The Wine Cellar for a private, candlelit dinner.
Want to experience Rosewood for yourself? It's one of those stays you'll be thinking about for years! Let us plan your next trip so you can enjoy a seamless and stress-free luxuxry vacation.
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