The original Raffles Singapore does a nice line in grandeur and the brand’s first London property promises to follow suit. Fresh from a five-year restoration, the Grade II heritage listed Old War Office building in Whitehall is decked out with oak panelling, chandeliers and a sweeping marble staircase as well as nine restaurants and a Guerlain spa. The top suites, tucked into the corner turrets, feature views over the Horse Guards and St James’s Park. raffles.com

Isn’t it odd that Paris’ high-end hotels tend to congregate on the Right Bank, given that the Left Bank has always been the city’s centre of cool? The new Hotel Dame des Arts on the Left Bank will shift that equation. Its interiors are inspired by French new wave cinema, a third of its rooms will have outdoor terraces with views of Sacre Coeur and the Eiffel Tower and in addition to two restaurants, there will also be a rooftop bar with spectacular views. damedesarts.com

When Atlantis The Palm opened 15 years ago, the mega-hotel with 32 restaurants and bars and a massive aquarium containing 65,000 sea creatures quickly became Dubai’s most talked-about hotel. The upcoming opening of its sister hotel, Atlantis The Royal, is likely to be just as newsworthy, thanks to an eye-catching building stacked like a Jenga construction and 17 restaurants and bars helmed by the likes of Heston Blumenthal. Other highlights include the Nobu beach club and the rooftop Cloud 22 featuring an infinity pool, luxury cabanas and a swim-up bar. atlantis.com

When it opens The Peninsula London will be the only hotel where you can share a view with King Charles. Perched in the heart of Belgravia near Hyde Park Corner, some of the Peninsula’s guestrooms have a view across Buckingham Palace Gardens. Throw in a grand colonnaded entrance, interiors by in-demand designer Peter Marino and top-floor public areas with views all the way to Trafalgar Square, as well as that renowned Peninsula service, and this hotel is sure to be a hit. peninsula.com

It may sit on the bustling Via del Corso but Six Senses promises its first Italian property will be a haven of tranquillity. Designer Patricia Urquiolo has revamped the interiors of this 15th century palazzo which comes complete with high ceilings, bay windows and sunny terraces. The expansive wellness facilities include a yoga deck and a series of plunge pools that replicate the Roman baths experience. sixsenses.com

Austria is known for its gorgeous lakes and mountains and you can enjoy both from the lakeside Schloss Fuschl, just 20 minutes outside Salzburg. The 500-year-old property is currently undergoing a major renovation after which it will be run by Rosewood, among the leaders in low-key luxury. Wellness promises to be a focus, with indoor and outdoor swimming pools and eight spa treatment rooms. rosewoodhotels.com

If (window) shopping along Bond Street and Saville Row is high on your London to-do list, the new Mandarin Oriental Mayfair on Hanover Square should be your bolthole of choice. The intimate property – it has just 50 guestrooms, along with 78 private residences – bills itself as an oasis of calm, and will feature the first UK restaurant from Michelin-starred chef Akira Back as well as an urban spa. mandarinoriental.com

A new era of luxury comes to Türkiye. The Peninsula Istanbul boasts 177 rooms and suites across four waterfront buildings. There’s a myriad of dining options, but the highlight is the rooftop restaurant and bar that offers sweeping views of the Bosphorus. For those looking to unwind, the spa includes an opulent Turkish bath and 25m indoor swimming pool, or head outdoors to the infinity pool and private cabanas. peninsula.com

It’s a big year for Nobu. Not only will it be opening its first iteration of a pool club in Dubai, it also plans to open the doors to a swanky five-star hotel in Rome. Of course, you can expect only the best from the Nobu brand, beginning with its location. It sits in the historic heart of Rome on the exclusive Via Vento, which is conveniently just a short walk to attractions like Villa Borghese, Trevi Fountai and Piazza di Spagna (no biggie). Details about the amenities and features are yet to be revealed so stay tuned. nobuhotels.com

The real star of Arizona’s new Ritz-Carlton will be the grand 120-metre-long pool, which will be lined with deck chairs and umbrellas for guests to kick back and relax. This sprawling resort will sit on 20 acres of lush landscape with Camelback Mountain as its backdrop. It also resides within The Palmeraie, a $2 billion dollar mega development in Arizona that will boast the finest resorts, restaurants and shops. ritzcarlton.com