Summer With Rosewood: the luxury escapes defining 2026

Les Ambassadeurs bar at Hôtel de Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel

Paris in summer: Hôtel de Crillon

There are few cities more transformative Paris in the summer. The grey tones of winter lift as terraces spill into the street and the city takes on a softer, more relaxed energy. At the centre of it all sits Hôtel de Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel, occupying its stately position on Place de la Concorde.

While the hotel’s 18th-century grandeur remains intact, summer reveals a softer, more relaxed side to the palace experience. Mornings begin with coffee overlooking Place de la Concorde before wandering through the Tuileries Gardens or the boutiques of Rue Saint-Honoré. Then, as the city glows honey-gold in the evening light, guests settle into lingering dinners at Nonos by Paul Pairet followed by expertly-made cocktails served beneath the frescoed ceilings of Les Ambassadeurs.

What makes Hôtel de Crillon particularly compelling for a summer escape is its ability to balance old-world elegance with warmth and ease. Families are increasingly drawn to the property, while couples continue to see it as one of the city’s most romantic addresses. Even at its grandest, there’s an intimacy to the hotel in summer – less gilded institution, more beautifully kept private residence at the heart of Paris.

View from the Canal View Duplex Suite at Rosewood Amsterdam

Rosewood Amsterdam and the art of slow city living

Amsterdam reveals itself best in summer. The canals become sunlit pathways through the city, locals gather in parks until late evening, and life naturally moves outdoors. Rosewood Amsterdam, opening within the former Palace of Justice, captures this atmosphere beautifully.

Set beside the water in the UNESCO-listed Canal District, the hotel offers a more residential, understated take on city-centre luxury. Days unfold between independent galleries, canal-side cafés and the hidden courtyards of the Nine Streets before returning to interiors that marry Dutch heritage with contemporary design. At the hotel, long lunches stretch into atmospheric evenings centred around polished cocktails and ingredient-led cuisine, while Museumplein’s world-class cultural institutions sit just moments away. Unlike louder European capitals, Amsterdam’s appeal lies in its balance: there is culture and energy in abundance, but also calmness, greenery and space. Rosewood Amsterdam leans fully into this gentler side of the city, creating a stay that feels immersive rather than performative.

Villa Sant'Anna at Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco

Tuscany’s timeless appeal at Castiglion del Bosco

Some destinations never lose their allure, and Tuscany remains firmly among them. Here, the landscapes appear almost impossibly cinematic: cypress-lined roads curling through rolling vineyards, medieval hill towns suspended above golden valleys and the scent of wild herbs rising in the heat of late afternoon. At Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco, this quintessential Italian fantasy doesn't feel staged, but deeply lived-in.

Set within the UNESCO-protected Val d’Orcia, the vast estate centres around wine, slow rituals and an instinctive connection to the land. Spread across more than 5,000 acres of rolling countryside, the property combines suites within the historic borgo with a collection of beautifully restored private villas scattered throughout the estate, each offering its own secluded slice of Tuscany. Mornings might begin with espresso overlooking the vineyards before giving way to Brunello tastings in the estate winery, afternoons spent beside the infinity pool or on the golf course, and evenings luxuriating over Tuscan feasts beneath vine-covered pergolas. Beyond the estate, nearby Montalcino, Pienza and Siena offer easy access to the region’s art, food and centuries-old traditions.

The villas, however, are what continue to draw families and groups for summer. Secluded among the hills, they offer the rare feeling of having retreated entirely into the Tuscan countryside while still benefiting from Rosewood’s meticulous service and attention to detail.

Kaiser Franz Joseph House at Rosewood Schloss Fuschl

Alpine summers at Rosewood Schloss Fuschl

Austria may not immediately spring to mind as a summer destination, but Rosewood Schloss Fuschl makes a compelling case for reconsidering it. Set on the shores of Lake Fuschl, just outside Salzburg, the hotel occupies a restored 15th-century castle surrounded by forested mountains and crystalline water, bringing together the romance of an alpine retreat with the refinement of a grand European resort.

Accommodation ranges from elegant guestrooms and suites within the historic schloss to lakeside chalets and standalone houses tucked discreetly along the waterfront, many featuring private terraces with uninterrupted views across the lake. Everything here revolves around the outdoors: swimming and paddleboarding from the hotel’s private lake access, hiking and cycling through the surrounding Salzkammergut region, or venturing into Salzburg itself for concerts, galleries and café-lined squares connected to the city’s rich musical heritage.

During summer, the See Club becomes the social heart of the property, bringing Riviera-like energy to the lakeside with leisurely lunches, boating experiences and cocktails served beside the water as the mountains soften in the evening light. Elsewhere, the hotel’s restaurants celebrate Austrian flavours with a polished, contemporary approach, balancing hearty regional dishes with the kind of elevated dining that you'd expect from Rosewood.

For travellers seeking cooler temperatures without sacrificing luxury or atmosphere, Schloss Fuschl offers an entirely different perspective on the European summer – one defined less by beach clubs and excess, and more by fresh mountain air, glassy lakes and a slower, restorative rhythm.

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By the pool at Rosewood Miyakojima

Beyond the obvious: Munich and Miyakojima

Rosewood’s summer appeal lies not only in its flagship favourites, but also in the destinations that feel slightly less expected. Rosewood Munich and Rosewood Miyakojima sit worlds apart geographically, yet both reflect a more considered vision of luxury travel shaped by atmosphere, seasonality and a strong sense of place.

In Munich, summer softens the grandeur of the Bavarian capital. Beer gardens spill beneath chestnut trees, locals gather along the Isar River and the city’s expansive parks bring an almost resort-like ease to daily life. Set within two restored historic buildings near Marienplatz, Rosewood Munich places guests close to elegant shopping streets, galleries and Baroque architecture, while Bavaria’s lakes and castles sit within easy reach beyond the city. Inside, contemporary Bavarian dining, intimate cocktail bars and the Asaya Spa create a refined retreat that feels both polished and distinctly local.

Rosewood Miyakojima, meanwhile, offers an altogether more remote interpretation of summer. Located within Japan’s subtropical Okinawa prefecture, the resort is surrounded by coral reefs, white sands and the vivid turquoise waters for which the island is known. Villas and houses are carefully positioned for privacy and uninterrupted ocean views, while the experience itself centres around snorkelling, diving, wellness rituals and exceptional seafood shaped by the surrounding coastline. More than anything, Miyakojima offers a quieter side of Japan, replacing urban intensity with subtropical calm and a deep connection to the sea.

Together, the two properties capture a different side of summer travel, one where cooler alpine air or far-flung island tranquillity can feel every bit as compelling as Europe’s more familiar coastal hotspots.

Outdoor dining at Rosewood Las Ventanas al Paraíso

Summer in winter: Rosewood’s Mexico collection

Mexico comes into its own during the UK’s colder months, and Rosewood’s collection offers the perfect antidote to post-summer blues. As temperatures drop in Europe, destinations such as Los Cabos and the Riviera Maya deliver warm sea air, sunshine and a slower pace of life.

In Los Cabos, Rosewood Las Ventanas al Paraíso remains one of Mexico’s most iconic luxury resorts. Favoured by celebrities and anyone looking for sheer coastal seclusion, it's positioned between the desert and the Sea of Cortez and known for expansive suites, intuitive service and terraces designed for Baja California’s famously clear night skies.

Rosewood Mayakoba, meanwhile, offers a more tranquil take on the Riviera Maya. Set among lagoons and mangroves within a private gated enclave, the resort balances beachfront living with a strong connection to the surrounding landscape and ecosystem. Elsewhere, Rosewood Mandarina brings a more rugged, design-led feel to Mexico’s Pacific coast, where jungle-covered cliffs meet surf beaches, while Rosewood San Miguel de Allende swaps coastline for colonial architecture, galleries and one of the country’s most celebrated food scenes.

A summer shaped by place

What ultimately ties these destinations together is not simply luxury, but individuality. Each property feels rooted in its surroundings, reflecting the landscapes, traditions and atmosphere that make each destination unique.

For summer, travellers are increasingly moving away from generic five-star experiences in favour of something more meaningful and immersive. Whether that means canal-side living in Amsterdam, villa stays in Tuscany or planning winter sun in Los Cabos, Rosewood’s collection continues to deliver luxury with genuine character. And perhaps that is what makes these stays linger longest after the journey ends. Not just where you travelled, but how completely the destination revealed itself while you were there.

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