Elle escapes 2024

FROM AUSTRALIA TO UGANDA, WE REVEAL THE WORLD’S MOST EXCITING HOTEL OPENINGS. THE RESULT IS A LIST OF WINNERS AND RUNNERS-UP THAT’S AS VARIED AS IT IS UNPARALLELED — WHETHER YOU WANT TO EAT THE FRESHEST PRODUCE AT AN UPSCALE FARM STAY, FIND DESIGNER DIGS IN THE CITY OR TUNE OUT ON A JUNGLE RETREAT IN THE MOUNTAINS

This week’s dream: the Waldorf Astoria glitters again ...

In many cases, it only takes one standout piece – or little detail – to elevate a scheme and our award winners do just that

In a nutshell An Insta-ready wellness retreat with strong food credentials on the characterful North Yorkshire coast. What’s the vibe? This sprawling coastal chic hotel is owned by Love Island alumnus

Featuring homes, hotels, gardens and more – this section of our awards shows exactly why these interiors and exteriors are winning designs

There's no longer any need to leave your favourite four-legged friend behind when you go on holiday, says Richard MacKichan, because hotels, superyacht designers and airlines are all setting new standards for petfriendly travel