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The best new hotels in Australia, New Zealand, and Asia: 2026 Hot List

Condé Nast Traveler

The best new hotels in Australia, New Zealand, and Asia: 2026 Hot List

The best new hotel openings in Australia, New Zealand, and Asia of the past year—from Tokyo to Queenstown.

Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Hot List highlights the premier hotel openings across Australia, New Zealand, and Asia, marking the 30th anniversary of this curated travel guide. The selection spans a diverse range of luxury experiences, from the sleek urban elegance of Fufu Tokyo Ginza and the high-rise sophistication of the Waldorf Astoria in Osaka and Shanghai, to serene escapes like the Lombok Private Villas Estate in Indonesia and the historic charm of The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace in India. By vetting these properties through firsthand stays and meticulous editorial review, the list serves as a definitive resource for travelers seeking the year's most significant advancements in hospitality, wellness, and design across the Asia-Pacific region.

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CNT Editors

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Courtesy Fufu Tokyo Ginza