Four Seasons has revealed its largest development pipeline in years, with 13 new hotel and resort openings and reopenings planned for 2027 and beyond. The announcement, released on October 20, covers five continents and includes everything from a private island in Belize to a Kengo Kuma-designed resort in Okinawa. It is a statement of intent from a brand that has never been shy about scale, but the breadth here is notable even by their standards.
Caribbean Private Islands
The headline grabbers are in the Caribbean. Four Seasons Resort and Residences Caye Chapel will turn a Belizean private island into an overwater bungalow retreat, complete with a Greg Norman-designed golf course and a marine conservation institute led by ocean explorer Fabien Cousteau. It is an ambitious project that blends high-end hospitality with environmental stewardship, a combination the brand is leaning into more heavily.
Further along the Caribbean chain, Four Seasons Resort and Residences Dominican Republic at Tropicalia will occupy Playa Esmeralda on the northeastern coast. Designed by Brazilian architect Isay Weinfeld, the beachfront resort pairs tropical modernism with a sustainability focus, targeting travellers who want seclusion without sacrificing architectural ambition.
European Revivals
Europe gets two historic transformations. The Park Gstaad, A Four Seasons Hotel, will reopen following an extensive renovation overseen by French designer Joseph Dirand. Originally opened in 1910, the Swiss Alpine property will combine its century-old character with redesigned interiors, restaurants and social spaces. In Berlin, Four Seasons will take over the former Hotel de Rome, a 19th-century building originally constructed as the headquarters of Dresdner Bank, marking the company's return to the German capital.
California also features in the revival programme. The Biltmore Santa Barbara, a historic beachfront resort, is set to reopen under the Four Seasons brand, bringing one of America's most storied properties back to the luxury market.
Middle East and Africa Expansion
The Middle East and North Africa feature prominently. Four Seasons Hotel Madinah will position itself close to the Prophet's Mosque, with some rooms offering panoramic views of the religious landmark. In Jeddah, a waterfront hotel and residences will overlook the Red Sea with access to the historic Al-Balad neighbourhood and the Formula 1 circuit.
Egypt will welcome two properties: Four Seasons Hotel Luxor, near the country's most famous archaeological sites, and Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Cairo Capital at Madinaty. The group is also preparing to reopen Four Seasons Hotel Beirut, featuring 230 rooms and suites, a rooftop pool and a new Peruvian restaurant.
Zanzibar and Okinawa
In East Africa, Four Seasons Resort Zanzibar will occupy 126 acres of beachfront along the Indian Ocean, complementing the company's existing safari presence in Tanzania. The location invites combined wildlife and coastal itineraries, a pairing that has become increasingly popular with high-end travellers.
Japan's first Four Seasons resort will arrive in Okinawa, set across approximately 100 acres of coastline. Architecture by Kengo Kuma and Kuniken will draw inspiration from the island's natural landscapes and cultural heritage, continuing the brand's pattern of working with regionally significant designers rather than importing a generic luxury template.
Beyond Hotels: Yachts and Private Jets
The pipeline extends beyond traditional hotels. Four Seasons Yachts will add Egypt and Costa Rica itineraries in 2027, with selected voyages featuring a Chef-in-Residence programme that brings Michelin-starred talent from Four Seasons hotels on board. The Four Seasons Private Jet Experience will run four global itineraries lasting 21 to 24 days, combining private aviation with stays at Four Seasons properties across Asia, Africa and beyond.
Not every property has a confirmed opening date. Several are described as arriving in 2027 or later, which is standard for a pipeline of this scale. But the direction is clear. Four Seasons is betting that the demand for luxury hospitality will continue to grow, and it is backing that bet with infrastructure across the Caribbean, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia simultaneously.
