What are the best luxury hotels of 2017?

Tamara Hardingham-Gill, CNN
Updated 1:32 PM EST, Thu January 18, 2018
<strong>14. The Whitby, New York:</strong> Luxury Travel Intelligence has named its 14 best new luxury hotels for 2017. The Whitby in New York, described as "a real New York 'slam dunk' for the London based Firmdale Hotels," is at 14. Click through the gallery to discover the rest of the best.
14. The Whitby, New York: Luxury Travel Intelligence has named its 14 best new luxury hotels for 2017. The Whitby in New York, described as "a real New York 'slam dunk' for the London based Firmdale Hotels," is at 14. Click through the gallery to discover the rest of the best.
Simon Brown/From The Whitby
<strong>13. The Silo, Cape Town, South Africa: </strong>Africa's most expensive city hotel stands out due to its 25-feet-high convex windows, which overlook the V&A Waterfront.
13. The Silo, Cape Town, South Africa: Africa's most expensive city hotel stands out due to its 25-feet-high convex windows, which overlook the V&A Waterfront.
Mark Williams/From The Royal Portfolio
<strong>12. Palácio Tangará, São Paulo, Brazil: </strong>This Latin American hotel sits at the center of a 27-acre stretch of rainforest.
12. Palácio Tangará, São Paulo, Brazil: This Latin American hotel sits at the center of a 27-acre stretch of rainforest.
Palácio Tangará
<strong>11. Jackalope, Victoria, Australia: </strong> All 46 rooms at this minimalist vineyard hotel are fitted with floor-to-ceiling windows and private terraces.
11. Jackalope, Victoria, Australia: All 46 rooms at this minimalist vineyard hotel are fitted with floor-to-ceiling windows and private terraces.
Jackalope
<strong>10. Four Seasons Surf Club, Miami: </strong>Designed by Richard Meier, this nine-acre property has 77 guest rooms, 119 private residential apartments and 31 one- and two-bedroom hotel residences.
10. Four Seasons Surf Club, Miami: Designed by Richard Meier, this nine-acre property has 77 guest rooms, 119 private residential apartments and 31 one- and two-bedroom hotel residences.
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
<strong>9. Kokomo Private Island, Fiji: </strong>This private resort in Fiji is situated on Yaukuve Island, south of Viti Levu, Fiji's main island. It has 21 luxurious Fijian-styled beachside villas with their own private pool.
9. Kokomo Private Island, Fiji: This private resort in Fiji is situated on Yaukuve Island, south of Viti Levu, Fiji's main island. It has 21 luxurious Fijian-styled beachside villas with their own private pool.
Kokomo Private Island
<strong>8. Hotel Eden, Rome: </strong>This classic hotel, built in the 1800s, has reduced its number of rooms from 121 to 98, creating more spacious and luxurious lodgings.
8. Hotel Eden, Rome: This classic hotel, built in the 1800s, has reduced its number of rooms from 121 to 98, creating more spacious and luxurious lodgings.
Niall Clutton/From The Dorchester Collection
<strong>7. Nobu Ryokan, Malibu:</strong> Once a 1950s vintage beach motel, the first hotel of the Nobu Ryokan brand is right next door to Nobu's Mailbu restaurant.
7. Nobu Ryokan, Malibu: Once a 1950s vintage beach motel, the first hotel of the Nobu Ryokan brand is right next door to Nobu's Mailbu restaurant.
Barbara Kraft
<strong>6. Burgenstock Hotel, Lucerne, Switzerland:</strong> There are four hotels located at the newly-launched Burgenstock Resort, but LTI has named the Burgenstock Hotel as its "favorite."
6. Burgenstock Hotel, Lucerne, Switzerland: There are four hotels located at the newly-launched Burgenstock Resort, but LTI has named the Burgenstock Hotel as its "favorite."
Bürgenstock Hotels and Resort
<strong>5. Chable Resort, Yucatan, Mexico: </strong>Based in the center of the Mayan forest, Chable Resort was credited for its "stunning design, standout cave-like spa and laid back vibe."
5. Chable Resort, Yucatan, Mexico: Based in the center of the Mayan forest, Chable Resort was credited for its "stunning design, standout cave-like spa and laid back vibe."
Chable Resort
<strong>4. Hotel de Crillon, Paris:</strong> The Parisian landmark hotel, which reopened in July after a $200 million renovation, has added two hotel suites designed by Karl Lagerfeld and a subterranean spa.
4. Hotel de Crillon, Paris: The Parisian landmark hotel, which reopened in July after a $200 million renovation, has added two hotel suites designed by Karl Lagerfeld and a subterranean spa.
Hôtel de Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel
<strong>3. Villa La Coste, Provence, France: </strong>"This unique property has the distinct feel of a private home," LTI founder Michael Crompton says of the luxury hotel at the 600-acre Château La Coste organic winery in Provence.
3. Villa La Coste, Provence, France: "This unique property has the distinct feel of a private home," LTI founder Michael Crompton says of the luxury hotel at the 600-acre Château La Coste organic winery in Provence.
Villa La Coste
<strong>2. The Ned, London: </strong>Described as "more New York that anything in New York itself," this city hotel was credited for its spacious rooftop, which offers views of St. Paul's Cathedral.
2. The Ned, London: Described as "more New York that anything in New York itself," this city hotel was credited for its spacious rooftop, which offers views of St. Paul's Cathedral.
The Ned
<strong>1. Bulgari Resort Dubai: </strong>"This sensational property impressed us so much it became this year's last minute LTI top pick," said Crompton after naming the opulent property the best new luxury hotel of 2017.
1. Bulgari Resort Dubai: "This sensational property impressed us so much it became this year's last minute LTI top pick," said Crompton after naming the opulent property the best new luxury hotel of 2017.
Bulgari Hotels and Resort
Best new luxury hotels of 2017
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Bulgari Resort Dubai has been crowned the best new luxury hotel of 2017.

The lavish property, located on man-made island Jumeira Bay, came out on top in members-only travel ratings company Luxury Travel Intelligence’s annual list, beating off stiff competition from the likes of The Ned in London and Paris’ Hotel de Crillon.

Described as an “urban oasis,” the 158,000 square-meter complex, designed by renowned Italian architectural firm Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel, was credited for its structural design as well as its “understated” location.

While the Bulgari Resort Dubai may have taken the top spot, it certainly wasn’t the only new hotel that made a lasting impression.

Here’s the full list of LTI’s top 14 “truly exceptional” new hotels for a memorable stay:

1. Bulgari Resort Dubai

Bulgari Resort Dubai has been named the best new luxury hotel of 2017 by LTI -- Luxury Travel Intelligence.
Bulgari Resort Dubai has been named the best new luxury hotel of 2017 by LTI -- Luxury Travel Intelligence.
Bulgari Hotels and Resort

“This sensational property impressed us so much it became this year’s last minute LTI top pick,” says LTI founder Michael Crompton.

“It is low level (just four floors), private and understated – everything most Dubai hotels are not. We also love its striking architecture.”

Covering over 13 hectares, this opulent resort located ten minutes from the city has an imposing low-rise design which sets it apart from typical Dubai hotels.

The Bulgari’s other selling points include a private beach club and beach, a 50-berth marina, a spa and an Italian restaurant headed up by chef Niko Romito.

“We have advised LTI members to go for a Beach Villa,” says Crompton.

Bulgari Resort Dubai, Jumeira Bay Island, Jumeira 2, Dubai, UAE +971 4 7775555

From $694 per night
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2. The Ned, London

The panoramic rooftop area at The Ned offers views of St. Pauls Cathedral.
The panoramic rooftop area at The Ned offers views of St. Pauls Cathedral.
The Ned

Set in the former headquarters of an international bank, this new London hotel from the Soho House group also won over the team at LTI, narrowly missing out on the number one spot.

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The Ned was praised for its 3,000-square-meter lobby, separated by 92 verdite columns and rows of walnut banking counters, and its spacious rooftop, which offers views of St. Paul’s Cathedral.

“It’s big, bold and brave – and more New York that anything in New York itself,” says Crompton.

The Ned, 27 Poultry, London EC2R 8AJ; +44 20 3828 2000

From $449 per night
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3. Villa La Coste, Provence

Villa La Coste is made up of 28 suites, a spa, a library, a bar and a very impressive art collection.
Villa La Coste is made up of 28 suites, a spa, a library, a bar and a very impressive art collection.
Villa La Coste

Villa La Coste, a luxury hotel at the 600-acre Château La Coste organic winery in Provence, has 28 contemporary villa suites which all boast a private terrace and views over the Luberon.

“This unique property has the distinct feel of a private home,” explains Crompton.

One of the most notable aspects of the property, which was developed by Irish hotelier Paddy McKillen, is the artwork on display.

Its walls