{"id":57500,"date":"2017-03-06T10:23:05","date_gmt":"2017-03-06T16:23:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/?p=57500"},"modified":"2017-09-28T09:36:38","modified_gmt":"2017-09-28T14:36:38","slug":"exciting-new-hotel-openings-in-2017","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/2017\/03\/exciting-new-hotel-openings-in-2017\/","title":{"rendered":"11 exciting new hotel openings this year"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Lately, a slew of new <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/hotels\/?mcicid=blog.orbitz.article\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hotels<\/a> seems to want to outdo the competition\u00a0by offering the latest and greatest in accommodations, services, dining and activities. From an ocean front village setting in Malaysia to a five-star contemporary city resort, these new hotels are\u00a0worth\u00a0checking out.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"orbitzBanner\" href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/g\/dd\/traveldeals-top-hotel-deals\/?mcicid=blog.orbitz.article\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-62838 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Hotels-under-99-hotel-test-banner-ad.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"728\" height=\"90\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Hotels-under-99-hotel-test-banner-ad.jpg 728w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Hotels-under-99-hotel-test-banner-ad-300x37.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Hotels-under-99-hotel-test-banner-ad-600x74.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Hotels-under-99-hotel-test-banner-ad-720x89.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/2017\/02\/most-legendary-classic-hotels-in-the-world\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>RELATED:<\/strong> The world&#8217;s 8 most legendary hotels<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-57501\" title=\"Photo courtesy Pendry Hotels\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/PendrySanDiegoExterior.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"746\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/PendrySanDiegoExterior.jpg 864w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/PendrySanDiegoExterior-300x280.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/PendrySanDiegoExterior-768x716.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/PendrySanDiegoExterior-600x560.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/PendrySanDiegoExterior-364x340.jpg 364w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/PendrySanDiegoExterior-400x373.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Pendry Hotel, San Diego<\/h3>\n<p><em>Opened February, 2017<\/em> \u2014 Looking for the\u00a0perfect place to mingle with friends or just unwind? The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/San-Diego-Hotels-Pendry-San-Diego.h16298963.Hotel-Information?rfrr=Flex.LP.Hotel.1\/?mcicid=blog.orbitz.article\">Pendry Hotel San Diego<\/a> (a Montage Hotels &amp; Resorts property) is the a new hot-spot in the lively\u00a0Gaslamp Quarter. This modern 317-room luxury hotel features six on-property restaurants and bars, from casual dining at the rooftop Pool House to late-night cocktails at Oxford Social Club. For the ultimate indulgence, guests can relax at the 6,200-square-foot Spa Pendry \u2028that offers unique treatments such as a Just Chill Ritual that utilizes warmed Himalayan salt stones. Room rates start at $375.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>\u00a0<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-58393\" title=\"Photo courtesy Ritz-Carlton Langkawi\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/RCLANGK_00015.png.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"605\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/RCLANGK_00015.png.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/RCLANGK_00015.png-300x227.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/RCLANGK_00015.png-768x581.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/RCLANGK_00015.png-600x454.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/RCLANGK_00015.png-449x340.jpg 449w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/RCLANGK_00015.png-400x303.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/strong><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi, Malaysia<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><em>Opened July, 2017<\/em> \u2014 Guests looking for a tropical getaway, will be\u00a0awed by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Langkawi-Hotels-The-Ritz-Carlton.h18191339.Hotel-Information\/?mcicid=blog.orbitz.article\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi<\/a>. Located on an archipelago in the Andaman Sea, not only is the crystal-clear blue water\u00a0postcard perfect, but it is also complimented by lush green rainforests. The\u00a0resort has impressive architecture inspired by traditional Malaysian\u00a0villages, but with a contemporary, upscale flair. The spacious property has 90 guest rooms and 30 villas. Activities include lounging poolside at one of the three swimming pools, enjoying a treatment at the Ritz-Carlton\u00a0Spa\u2014which features a Hammam steam room\u2014or dining at one of the four on-property\u00a0restaurants that highlight authentic Chinese cuisine. The resort also has a private beach for quietly taking in the scenery or diving in to swim with the marine life. Rates start at $450 per night.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"orbitzBanner\" href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/g\/un\/deals\/?mcicid=blog.orbitz.article\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-62831 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/vacation-for-less-hotel-test-banner-ad.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"728\" height=\"90\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/vacation-for-less-hotel-test-banner-ad.jpg 728w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/vacation-for-less-hotel-test-banner-ad-300x37.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/vacation-for-less-hotel-test-banner-ad-600x74.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/vacation-for-less-hotel-test-banner-ad-720x89.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-57508\" title=\"Photo courtesy Hard Rock Hotel Shenzhen\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Hard-Rock-Hotel-Shenzhen.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Hard-Rock-Hotel-Shenzhen.jpg 4534w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Hard-Rock-Hotel-Shenzhen-300x192.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Hard-Rock-Hotel-Shenzhen-768x492.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Hard-Rock-Hotel-Shenzhen-600x384.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Hard-Rock-Hotel-Shenzhen-531x340.jpg 531w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Hard-Rock-Hotel-Shenzhen-1250x801.jpg 1250w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Hard-Rock-Hotel-Shenzhen-400x256.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Hard Rock Hotel Shenzhen, China<\/h3>\n<p><em>Coming soon \u2014<\/em> Hard Rock Hotel <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Shenzhen-Hotels.d6046792.Travel-Guide-Hotels\/?mcicid=blog.orbitz.article\">Shenzhen<\/a>, the first Mainland China location, is part of\u00a0the Mission Hills Resort\u2014a haven for those who love to golf, play tennis, dine, shop, and enjoy spa treatments. The 22-story ultra-modern hotel\u00a0features 258 guest rooms with top-floor suites. Plush amenities include a Body Rock fitness center, Hard Rock Cafe, Sessions buffet-style dining, The Cake Shop for those with a sweet tooth, Hard Rock Roxity Kids Club, Rock Shop to buy all your Hard Rock swag , a rooftop swimming pool, and, of course,\u00a0a rockin&#8217; nightlife at either\u00a0UTC+8 lobby bar or Frida, offering spectacular views from the roof.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-57511\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/MountainShadows.jpg\" alt=\"Photo courtesy Mountain Shadows Resort\" width=\"800\" height=\"445\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/MountainShadows.jpg 3364w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/MountainShadows-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/MountainShadows-768x427.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/MountainShadows-600x334.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/MountainShadows-450x250.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/MountainShadows-611x340.jpg 611w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/MountainShadows-1250x695.jpg 1250w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/MountainShadows-400x222.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Mountain Shadows, Arizona<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><em>Opened March, 2017 \u2014 <\/em>Set against the backdrop off Camelback Mountain,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Phoenix-Hotels-Mountain-Shadows.h16715713.Hotel-Information\/?mcicid=blog.orbitz.article\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mountain Shadows<\/a> is a luxury boutique hotel in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Paradise-Valley-Hotels.d55175.Travel-Guide-Hotels\/?mcicid=blog.orbitz.article\">Paradise Valley, Arizona<\/a>\u00a0with a focus on fitness and seasonal cuisine. The clean lines\u00a0and neutral palate give a modern feel to the Southwestern locale. The property features 183 guest rooms,\u00a075-foot pools with views of Camelback Mountain, Rusty&#8217;s for a bite before or after a day of golf on the\u00a0fully redesigned upscale 18-hole, all-par-3 golf course. Health buffs will be crazy about the\u00a0a 5,000-square-foot, high-tech fitness center featuring RX, spin, aerial yoga, hammock yoga, and a pilates reformer. \u00a0There is also an on-property juice bar and guided hikes\u00a0of Camelback Mountain. The highly anticipated Hearth &#8217;61 serves up fresh, seasonal faire\u00a0\u00a0with an exhibition kitchen overseen by\u00a0renowned Executive Chef Charles Wiley. In addition, the there are two a specialty grocery store for picking up culinary snacks in between meals. Rates start at $149.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-57516\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Bisate-public-area-02-EXTERIOR-2017-vegetation-002.jpg\" alt=\"Photo courtesy Bisate Lodge\" width=\"800\" height=\"497\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Bisate-public-area-02-EXTERIOR-2017-vegetation-002.jpg 1680w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Bisate-public-area-02-EXTERIOR-2017-vegetation-002-300x186.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Bisate-public-area-02-EXTERIOR-2017-vegetation-002-768x477.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Bisate-public-area-02-EXTERIOR-2017-vegetation-002-600x373.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Bisate-public-area-02-EXTERIOR-2017-vegetation-002-548x340.jpg 548w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Bisate-public-area-02-EXTERIOR-2017-vegetation-002-1250x776.jpg 1250w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Bisate-public-area-02-EXTERIOR-2017-vegetation-002-400x248.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Bisate Lodge, Rwanda, Africa<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><em>Opening June, 2017 \u2014<\/em> Wilderness Safaris&#8217; Bisate Lodge offers an authentic\u00a0African adventure\u00a0and is the perfect base camp for\u00a0a gorilla trek experience. With only\u00a0six forest villas, the lodge provides intimate accommodation with decor that reflects the African culture and environment in which it is situated. Each villa features a\u00a0bedroom, reception space and bathroom, with\u00a0a central fireplace to keep guests warm. Located in\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Volcanoes-National-Park-Hotels.0-l6118210-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels\/?mcicid=blog.orbitz.article\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Volcanoes National Park<\/a>,\u00a0the 42-acre resort provides a unique atmosphere\u00a0being situated\u00a0within an eroded volcanic cone with views of Karisimbi, Bisoke and Mikeno volcanoes. Rates\u00a0start from $1,098 per person per night excluding gorilla permits.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-57517\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/The-Fontenay.jpeg\" alt=\"Photo courtesy The Fontenay \" width=\"800\" height=\"296\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/The-Fontenay.jpeg 3546w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/The-Fontenay-300x111.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/The-Fontenay-768x284.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/The-Fontenay-600x222.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/The-Fontenay-720x267.jpeg 720w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/The-Fontenay-1250x463.jpeg 1250w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/The-Fontenay-400x148.jpeg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>The Fontenay, Germany<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><em>Opening September, 2017 \u2014<\/em> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Hamburg-Hotels.d180004.Travel-Guide-Hotels\/?mcicid=blog.orbitz.article\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hamburg<\/a>\u00a0will be home to the five-star lakeside resort,\u00a0The Fontenay. The unique curved architecture is sure to make this 131-room hotel stand out on the shoreline of Lake Alster. The property is filled with natural light with features like\u00a0floor-to-ceiling windows. The pale-colored fabrics used in the decor are complimented with dark wood accents. On-property dining options include a gourmet restaurant with a\u00a0Michelin-starred chef, an elegant garden restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating, the Atrium Lounge for casual refreshments and beverages and the Fontenay rooftop bar. \u00a0The resort will also offer a full-service spa with indoor\/outdoor infinity pool. Rates start at $437 per night.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-57520\" title=\"Photo courtesy of Archer Napa\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Archer2.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Archer2.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Archer2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Archer2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Archer2-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Archer2-510x340.jpg 510w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Archer2-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Archer, Napa<\/h3>\n<p><em>Opening September, 2017 \u2014<\/em> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Napa-Valley-Hotels-Archer-Hotel-Napa.h14736604.Hotel-Information\/?mcicid=blog.orbitz.article\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Archer Napa<\/a>\u00a0provides an urban atmosphere in which to experience the wine country region. Located in downtown Napa, the five-story boutique hotel will feature 183 guest rooms, 40 of which will have balconies offering views of the city and surrounding valley. Decorated in rich, warm tones, the hotel is an inviting blend of modern and industrial design. Guests will enjoy lounging at the rooftop ledge pool\u00a0with\u00a0colorful in-pool lounge chairs. The signature restaurant will be\u00a0Charlie Palmer Steak known for its\u00a0artisanal American beef dishes, which will be paired with the best Napa Valley wines.\u00a0Rates will range from $209 to $679.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-57524\" title=\"Photo courtesy Sofitel Hotels\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Sofitel-Sydney.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Sofitel-Sydney.jpg 5760w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Sofitel-Sydney-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Sofitel-Sydney-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Sofitel-Sydney-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Sofitel-Sydney-510x340.jpg 510w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Sofitel-Sydney-1250x833.jpg 1250w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Sofitel-Sydney-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\u00a0<strong>Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour, Australia<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><em>Opening November, 2017 \u2014<\/em> The 5-star Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour, is the perfect retreat in bustling Darling Harbour, which is known for fireworks, nightlife, entertainment and shopping. This upscale hotel exudes elegance, from the all-glass exterior and infinity edged rooftop pool with cityscape views to the\u00a0590 guest rooms thoughtfully decorated with contemporary design that reflects the local cultured stylish lighting throughout the property. \u00a0Guests will enjoy fine dining at Altelier by Sofitel or grabbing a cocktail with friends at Champagne Bar, Esprit Noir Bar, or Le Rivage Pool Bar.\u00a0Club members can enjoy all-day snacks and beverages at Club Mellesime on the Executive Floor.\u00a0Rates start at $380 per night.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-57532 size-full\" title=\"Photo courtesy The Perry Hotel Key West \" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/keywest.jpg\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/keywest.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/keywest-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/keywest-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/keywest-453x340.jpg 453w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/keywest-400x300.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>The Perry Hotel Key West, Florida<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><em>Opened May, 2017 \u2014<\/em> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Florida-Keys-Hotels-The-Perry-Hotel-Key-West.h17313680.Hotel-Information\/?mcicid=blog.orbitz.article\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Perry Hotel<\/a>,\u00a0at Stock Island Marina Village in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Key-West-Stock-Island-Hotels.0-n6062965-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels\/?mcicid=blog.orbitz.article\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Key West<\/a>,\u00a0is a nautical escape with a slow pace that is perfect for unwinding in the Florida Keys. The 100-room boutique hotel boasts views of the\u00a0state-of-the-art\u00a0220-slip marina. The industrial decor pays homage to the mariner culture with distressed wood and nautical-themed accents.\u00a0Matt\u2019s Stock Island Kitchen and Bar and The Salty Oyster Bar and Grill offer classic seafood fare with fresh &#8220;off the boat&#8221; ingredients. The Village offers a neighborhood\u00a0feel with a community garden, dog park, and distillery. Guests can enjoy plenty of ocean activities, including\u00a0kayaking, SUPing, fishing, snorkeling, diving, or even sailing to Cuba for the day.\u00a0Rates start at $299 per night.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-57538\" title=\"Photo courtesy Grand Lido Negril\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/lidonegril2.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"372\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/lidonegril2.jpg 2953w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/lidonegril2-300x139.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/lidonegril2-768x357.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/lidonegril2-600x279.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/lidonegril2-720x335.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/lidonegril2-1250x581.jpg 1250w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/lidonegril2-400x186.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Grand Lido Negril, Jamaica<\/h3>\n<p><em>Opened March, 2017 \u2014 <\/em>For vacationers looking for a clothing-optional resort, the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Negril-Hotels-Grand-Lido-Negril-Au-Naturel-Resort-All-Inclusive.h17422486.Hotel-Information\/?mcicid=blog.orbitz.article\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Grand Lido Negril<\/a> is an all-inclusive boutique hotel offering\u00a0ocean views and complimentary butler service. The 26-suite resort is\u00a0for guests over the age of 21 and\u00a0includes unlimited dining and premium drinks, nightly entertainment, and water sports activities. Guests also get full\u00a0access to nearby\u00a0Royalton Negril and Hideaway Royalton Negril, which feature eight restaurants and bars, as well as the\u00a0Royal Spa offering beachfront massage and a hydrotherapy circuit with alternating water temperatures. Grand Lido Negril\u00a0is the idyllic\u00a0vacation spot for those looking for a memorable\u00a0holiday experience. 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