New Hotels for Every Winter Escape, From Slopes to Shore
This winter's hotel openings offer a welcome jolt of inspiration, proving the season is anything but monotonous. A fresh wave of properties, from Montana to Mexico, provides distinct character and thoughtful design, whether your ideal trip involves carving fresh powder, hunting for vintage treasures, or simply soaking up the sun.
In Whitefish, Montana, the new Larch House brings a sophisticated, design-led sensibility to a town known for its easygoing local vibe. The 39-room hotel, crafted by the acclaimed firm Olson Kundig, places you steps from downtown and a short drive from Whitefish Mountain Resort. Rooms feature heated bathroom floors, local art, and in the Cabin Suites, fireplaces beside floor-to-ceiling windows perfect for snow-gazing. The Enga restaurant focuses on regional ingredients and spirits.
For a discreet ski retreat, The Hoback Club in Jackson, Wyoming, operates as a private club with just 25 residences available for rent. It offers ski-in, ski-out access on Rendezvous Mountain with highly personalized service, avoiding crowded hotel lobbies. Amenities include a culinary program by a Michelin-recognized chef and a wellness center with a hydrotherapy circuit and salt relaxation room.
Seeking sun without South Beach's intensity? The Dune House Hotel & Spa in Jacksonville, Florida, offers a serene alternative. Situated directly on the sand where two beaches meet, its design nods to vintage surf culture and midcentury modern style. Rooms in neutral, coastal palettes create a calming refuge, complemented by a spa using ocean minerals and botanicals.
History gets a meticulous update at The Inn at Hancock in southwestern New Hampshire. Originally a 1789 coaching inn, it reopened after a three-year renovation. Guests can explore the region's hiking and antiquing by day, then dine on French-continental cuisine in antique-filled rooms, one requiring jackets after 5 p.m.
In California's wine country, The Cottages at Little Saint in Healdsburg presents an intimate escape. Designer Ken Fulk applied his cinematic vision to just four cottages behind a popular plant-based restaurant. They feature beamed ceilings, vintage wallpapers, and fireplaces, with two connecting via a secret doorway for families.
Further afield, Alila Mayakoba marks Hyatt's wellness-focused Alila brand debut in Latin America. Set within protected mangroves in Mexico's Riviera Maya, the resort emphasizes authentic wellbeing with an open-air spa using local materials and a dining program focused on garden-to-table and coastal cuisine.
Finally, the revival of the Carversville Inn in Pennsylvania's Bucks County transforms a derelict 1813 building into a six-room retreat with a standout restaurant. Owned by local residents, it features moody interiors filled with curated art and antiques, offering a stylish and intimate countryside escape just 90 minutes from New York City.