Checking out the latest hotel and resort updates
Ka Laʻi Waikīkī Beach, LXR Hotels & Resort
Ka Laʻi Waikīkī Beach, Hilton’s first LXR property in Hawaiʻi, has debuted following a $100 million transformation. The luxurious Oʻahu property offers 238 residential-style studios and suites, a refreshed spa and curated Hawaiian artwork.
Three distinct dining concepts introduce a fresh contemporary approach to the resort’s culinary programming, led by Executive Chef Yoshi Ohata, whose 20 years of experience and passion for Pacific Rim cuisine shape each venue’s unique identity.
Anantara Hoi An Resort
Anantara Hoi An Resort, a boutique luxury property set along the Thu Bon River in Vietnam, has completed its most significant transformation since 2013, enhancing guest experiences across key areas. The property introduced eight new Thu Bon River Suites, renovated ten Premium River Suites, and converted a signature suite into a Two-Bedroom River Suite. New suites feature personalized service, in-suite check-in/out, and spa benefits.
Notably, there is also a redesigned pool area featuring cabanas and lush gardens, as well as a revamped Art Space Restaurant & Bar with a tropical-inspired terrace, live music, and tapas-style menu. The property is located less than a kilometre from Hoi An’s UNESCO World Heritage Ancient Town.
The Westerly, Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino
andBeyond Suyian Homestead
andBeyond will debut Suyian Homestead in June 2027, an exclusive-use safari home set within Kenya’s 44,000-acre Suyian Conservancy.
Designed for small groups and families, the property features five suites accommodating up to 11 guests, emphasizing privacy and personalized service. Introducing a more personal way to experience safari, the new Suyian Homestead joins andBeyond Suyian Lodge as the Suyian Conservancy’s sole tourism presence and is a ten-
Guests can expect private safari guides, 4×4 vehicles, and diverse activities, including horseback riding and camel experiences.
