Nujuma in Saudi Arabia, St. Regis Opens in Serbia: A Round-Up of November Hotel Openings

From as close as Arizona and Utah to as remote as the Himalayas, some fantastic new hotels have been announced or opened recently. 

Read on below for our round-up of November hotel openings and news around the country and the world.

New Hotels

Albrighton Hall Hotel & Spa, a member of Radisson Individuals, United Kingdom

This gorgeous hotel is in an 18th-century manor house near Shrewsbury, United Kingdom. The boutique hotel has just 87 guest rooms, but the real amenities are outside of the room. With 15 acres of landscaped grounds, an ornamental lake, meeting spaces, a spa, and afternoon tea, Albrighton Hall Hotel & Spa is the perfect getaway whether you’re traveling for leisure or hosting a meeting. 

• Opening Date: Now open
• Typical Cash Price: From $67 per night
• Typical Points Cost: Varies

AluaSoul Costa Adeje, Spain

The all-inclusive, adults-only AluaSoul Costa Adeje is a fantastic option for travelers seeking an affordable Tenerife getaway. Located steps from Torviscas and La Niña beaches, the 226-room resort offers several on-site restaurants, watersports, a spa, and meeting spaces.

• Opening Date: Now open
• Typical Cash Price: $170 to $290 per night
• Typical Points Cost: Category A; between 12,000 and 18,000 World of Hyatt points per night

Garner Hotel Hamburg Nord, Germany

The 100-room Garner Hotel Hamburg Nord is in an excellent location for leisure and business travelers and is near shopping, restaurants, bars, and public transit. Travelers looking for a cheap hotel to be based in Hamburg will be drawn to this hotel, because Garner Hamburg offers free coffee, a welcome drink, and an all-day market. 

• Opening Date: Now open
• Typical Cash Price: $61 to $120 per night
• Typical Points Cost: 13,000 to 20,000 IHG One Rewards points per night

Grand Hyatt Deer Valley, Utah

The newly opened Grand Hyatt Deer Valley should prove popular for snowbirds looking to hit the slopes. The 400+ room resort is the first (and only) in the new Deer Valley East Village development. Grand Hyatt Deer Valley is an all-ages resort that offers programming for young kids and teenagers.

• Opening Date: Now open
• Typical Cash Price: $200 to $600 per night
• Typical Points Cost: Category 6, award nights cost between 21,000 and 29,000 World of Hyatt points (depending on date)

Hot Tip:

Use the hotel’s grand opening promo code (GHDVOPEN) for a $200 food and beverage resort credit and a gift bag with limited-edition merchandise for the ski season! Make sure to book by March 1, 2025.

Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort, Arizona

We covered the announcement that the Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch would become the Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort. Now, it’s finally open for guests — and it’s the first Grand Hyatt in the state of Arizona. The resort has nearly 500 rooms, which include standard rooms, suites, and 18 ultra-luxe casitas.

• Opening Date: Now open
• Typical Cash Price: $200 to $600 per night
• Typical Points Cost: Category 6, award nights cost between 21,000 and 29,000 World of Hyatt points (depending on date)

Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Saudi Arabia

The first Ritz-Carlton Reserve has opened in the EMEA region, and it’s a beauty. Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve property, is located in a secluded archipelago in the Red Sea. The all-ages resort offers a little for everyone: an indoor-outdoor spa, conservation activities for the whole family, and opportunities to dive in the Red Sea. Rates here aren’t cheap — whether you’re paying cash or using Marriott Bonvoy points — but Nujuma might be the most exclusive resort in the Middle East.

• Opening Date: Now open
• Typical Cash Price: $2,200 to $3,000 per night
• Typical Points Cost: 180,500 to 299,500 Marriott Bonvoy points per night. 

The Sira, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Lombok, Indonesia

The Sira offers direct access to Sire Beach and joins an impressive lineup of Luxury Collection properties in Indonesia. The resort will most likely attract guests looking for an off-the-beaten-path luxury stay surrounded by nature and local influences.

• Opening Date: Now open
• Typical Cash Price: $430 to $450 per night
• Typical Points Cost: 27,000 to 30,000 Marriott Bonvoy points (which also means you can use a 35,000-point Marriott Bonvoy Free Night Certificate!)

The St. Regis Belgrade, Serbia

One of the most exclusive brands has debuted in Serbia. The St. Regis Belgrade has opened in the Serbian capital, becoming the first St. Regis property in the country. Guests who want to explore all Belgrade has to offer need to look no further than this address. The 42-story property sits at the intersection of the Sava and Danube rivers and the Belgrade Waterfront. 

• Opening Date: Now open
• Typical Cash Price: $360 to $450 per night
• Typical Points Cost: 30,000 Marriott Bonvoy points (use a 35,000-point Marriott Bonvoy Free Night Certificate here!)

Hot Tip:

Earn 15,000 points per night at The St. Regis Belgrade through December 21, 2024, with the promo code M11!

Upcoming Hotels

The Residences at The Westin Salgados Beach Resort, Algarve and Marriott Residences Salgados Resort, Algarve, Portugal (2025)

Two new Marriott resorts are coming to Portugal next year. The Westin Salgados Beach Resort, Algarve and Marriott Residences Salgados Resort, Algarve, will offer over 300 guest rooms combined. Both are family-friendly and offer spas, golf courses, and a kid’s club and playground. 

The Windsor Hotel TOYA Resort & Spa, Japan (2025)

Set to become IHG’s first property in the Lake Toya region of Hokkaido in Japan, The Windsor Hotel TOYA Resort & Spa will open “in the coming months.” The 386-room resort will sit on the top of a mountain. Hokkaido is best known for hot springs and outdoor activities like fishing, hiking, and camping.

Sound of the Sea Karpathos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, Greece (2025)

Travelers looking for a quiet, adults-only resort in Greece will be pleased when Sound of the Sea Karpathos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton opens next spring. The resort has just 43 guest rooms and is Tapestry Collection’s first hotel on the Greek island of Karpathos. Fourteen rooms will have private pools, and 6 will have mini spas, an amenity we don’t often hear about — even at luxury hotels.

Mama Shelter Lake Como, Italy (2026)

The all-ages Mama Shelter Lake Como will feature 150 guest rooms and 21 suites. Lake Como is one of Italy’s most sought-after travel destinations, offering breathtaking mountain views, beaches, and some of the world’s best dining options. The resort will open in mid-2026, becoming Italy’s second Mama Shelter property after Rome.

Holiday Inn Resort Dharamshala, India (2027)

The 150-room Holiday Inn Resort Dharamshala will open in the third quarter of 2027. Located in the Himalayan town of Dharamshala in northern India, the town is home to Tibetan refugees and is home to the Dalai Lama. Dharamshala boasts an eclectic mix of cultures and is beloved for its climate, cricket stadiums, and more. 

How To Book

While several hotels on this list aren’t open yet, many are and can be booked with hotel points. If you plan to book your stay with points — which we highly recommend — here is how to easily earn points through your respective program.

Hilton Honors

• Hilton Honors offers several co-branded credit cards with massive welcome bonuses and elite status.
• Transfer partners: American Express Membership Rewards (1:2 ratio) and Bilt Rewards (1:1 ratio) are transfer partners with Hilton. Amex runs transfer bonuses to Hilton pretty often.
• Other ways to earn: Eating out with Hilton Honors Dining, riding in a Lyft, or booking a car rental with Alamo, Enterprise, or National.

IHG One Rewards

• IHG One Rewards offers several credit cards. 
• Transfer partners: Chase Ultimate Rewards and Bilt Rewards (1:1 ratio).
• Other ways to earn: Dining out with IHG Dining or hosting an event with IHG Business Rewards.

Marriott Bonvoy

• Open one of Marriott Bonvoy’s many co-branded personal and business credit cards. 
• Transfer partners: Amex Membership Rewards, Bilt Rewards, and Chase Ultimate Rewards (1:1)
• Other ways to earn: Booking Marriott Bonvoy Tours & Activities (earn at least 5x points), hosting an event with the Marriott Bonvoy Events program, booking a package with Vacations by Marriott, or renting a car with Hertz.

Radisson Rewards

• Having Radisson Rewards elite status earns you points. Regular members earn 8x points per $1 spent, Premium members earn 27x points, and VIPs earn 36x points per $1 spent.
• Other ways to earn: Radisson Rewards promotions, booking car rentals, and hosting meetings or events. 

World of Hyatt

• World of Hyatt has 2 transfer partners: Chase Ultimate Rewards and Bilt Rewards (1:1 ratio). 
• Credit cards: Hyatt has 2 co-branded cards, 1 personal and 1 business.
• Other ways to earn: American Airlines partnership with Hyatt, booking rental cars, hosting a meeting or event, or booking with FIND Experiences.

Final Thoughts

There are some impressive hotels and resorts that opened this month. From a resort on a private island in the Red Sea to a sprawling tower in the heart of Belgrade, you can earn and redeem your hotel points at some of the world’s best new hotels.

Check back next month for more hotel updates!