Tucked away inside 80 acres of dense forest just outside of Kyoto, the newest Aman, opened in November 2019, is the perfect place to unwind and unplug.

Luckily, the newest batch of hotels and resorts have stepped up to the challenge.From underwater suites in the Great Barrier Reef to luxurious yet affordable hideaways in the heart of London, Brisbane or Cape Town, we've handpicked 20 incredible new hotels where you'll love your As if scuba diving alongside the Great Barrier Reef's 1,500 species of tropical fish wasn't enough of an adventure, you can now sleep among them -- in a luxury glass-walled suite, submerged 15 feet underwater.Opened in December 2019, Reefsuites, Australia's first underwater hotel, allows visitors to take in the Reef's incredible underwater world -- and all its fish, rays, sharks and turtles -- from the comfort of a plush, king-sized bed.Each suite also features a light switch that allows you to illuminate the water surrounding your room for extra effect.On top of that, every stay also includes a scenic cruise through the Whitsunday Islands, dinner under the stars with unlimited wine and a guided snorkeling tour. It's architecturally stunning, too. The new The Drake Hotel expansion on Queen Street West is set for late 2020. From Australia's first underwater hotel to space-age geodomes on the Bolivian salt flats, here are 20 of the best new hotels to check out around the world in 2020. Though you won't find the Big Five here, there's still tons to explore, from the surrounding caves to the stark, otherworldly landscape of the nearby Deadvlei salt pan.
Its 17 rooms, adorned with hand-painted murals and antique furnishings, are large and light-filled and boast sweeping views over the château's manicured gardens.Added bonus: It's just 55 minutes from Paris by train, making it an easy weekend trip. Whether you're at the rooftop pool, in the restaurant, or in your room, you're smacked with heart-stopping views over the Brisbane River, Story Bridge and city skyline. But sipping wine in your own deep-soak tub, engulfed by lush, unobstructed mountain vistas? Like its sister properties, Mama Shelter London is offbeat and funky and doesn't take itself too seriously with its eclectic decor and "anything goes" vibe. Location: 435 Collins Street, with entrances on William St, Market St and Flinders Lane as well. Whether it's for business or pleasure, today's travelers are more discerning than ever about their hotel choices. You have a choice of pool or ocean at InterContinental Hayman Island. W Hotels is on track to have 75 hotels globally by the end of 2020. Located 33 nautical miles south of mainland Panama, Islas Secas is the sole development on a dreamy 14-island archipelago, offering guests an unparalleled level of privacy and tranquility.It has just four casitas (three more will be added in March 2020) nestled amidst the lush, Jurassic Park-like landscape. W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott International, plans to open a new-build hotel in Nashville by 2020. Amenities include a curated library and a luxurious spa with a hammam and sauna. .Naturally, such an experience will cost you: nightly rates start at a cool $1,100. Rooms are energy-efficient, single-use plastics are forbidden and guests are provided with reef-safe sunscreen and glass water bottles upon arrival to ensure the resort is as sustainable as it is luxe.

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Stylishly mismatched furniture and mid-century modern accents are the name of the game at Gorgeous George. “W has always been inextricably linked with music. Brisbane is having a moment, thanks to a frenzy of hotel openings -- including Australia's first W hotel -- in the past two years. Lennon's is the bar on the top floors of the Rosewood Bangkok. Together with recent openings like W Amman, W Panama and W Shanghai, the Aussie openings will bring W Hotels close to its goal of 75 hotels by the end of 2020.