There’s no better way to welcome 2026 than waking up in the comfort of a luxury hotel bed after an evening of caviar, endless supplies of bubbly and dancing until well after the ball drops.
If you’ve resolved to celebrate the new year in high style, we’ve rounded up 10 hotels hosting memorable soirees as the clock strikes midnight.
Regent Hong Kong
At the Regent Hong Kong, every seat is the best in the house, thanks to an unbeatable location on the Kowloon harborfront. Pair the sweeping vistas with a dinner that includes Alaskan king crab and Black Angus tenderloin in The Lobby Lounge; upscale bites and musical entertainment at Qura Bar; juicy cuts of premium beef and a glass of champagne at The Steak House; an eight-course omakase of Japanese-Peruvian fare at Nobu Hong Kong; and lavish buffets at Harbourside.
If you prefer a more private party, retreat to your room, as nearly all accommodations face the water. No matter where you choose to celebrate, get ready to be mesmerized by the fireworks lighting up the sky above Victoria Harbour.
One&Only The Palm, Dubai
Make an elegant entry into the new year at the Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star One&Only The Palm’s elevated gathering. 101 restaurant on the marina is a picturesque spot to admire the panoramic view of the city’s fireworks illuminating the sky while enjoying a Mediterranean-inspired menu and exceptionally crafted cocktails.
If you’re not ready to call it a night, a beachfront afterparty goes from 11:30 p.m. until 2:30 a.m. Groove to the sound of crashing waves and the DJ’s set list by the sea. Consider making an appointment at the Four-Star Guerlain Spa for the following day to begin 2026 feeling relaxed and renewed.
Rosewood Hotel Georgia, Vancouver
Begin your December 31 celebrations at Vancouver’s Rosewood Hotel Georgia in the comfort of a well-appointed room, where champagne and caviar service will be delivered to your door. From there, join one of the hotel’s festivities: an elevated soirée featuring a DJ and a balloon drop on the Garden Terrace or a three- or four-course dinner at The Georgia Bar and 1927 Lounge.
The New Year’s Day offerings provide a perfect balance. Recover from the previous evening’s festivities with a thoughtfully curated selection of cold-pressed juices, coconut water, housemade bone broth, ginger shots and electrolyte sticks.
Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne, Switzerland
Launch into 2026 with Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne’s out-of-this-world celebration in the Swiss Alps. The Stardust & Supernova Party promises intergalactic DJs, a space dance crew, an interstellar photo booth and laser walls. So, zip up your spacesuit and prepare to count down and blast off into the new year.
Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel, Los Angeles
Send 2025 off at the Forbes Travel Guide Recommended Beverly Wilshire. The Rodeo Drive retreat, which is marking its 98th anniversary, has planned several globally inspired experiences. Brazil’s carnival comes to Beverly Hills with THE Blvd’s Carnaval da Noite: A Night of Revelry, with Brazilian-inspired dancers, a cigar roller experience, a rum-inspired welcome cocktail and a balloon drop at midnight. The hotel’s executive chef, Colin Bedford, will provide a four-course menu featuring dishes such as 18-hour-braised beef and Chilean sea bass with gold leaf and caviar.
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended CUT Beverly Hills will transport you to Paris with its sophisticated candlelit garden setting. Executive chef Drew Rosenberg will serve a four-course meal at two seatings: 5:30 and 8 p.m. The latter is for adults only and will conclude with a countdown at Cut Lounge, where a live jazz band and DJ will entertain into the wee hours.
Four Seasons Hotel New York
Roll out the red carpet for the arrival of 2026 with Four Seasons Hotel New York’s fete. Midnight Mirage at Ty Bar runs from 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. and is sure to be a glamorous affair. A welcome glass of Dom Pérignon sets the tone for the evening, which will also feature caviar service and elevated canapés, including wagyu skewers and scallop crudo and truffle-shaved cacio e pepe.
A live DJ and saxophonist provide the soundtrack for dancing, a balloon drop and a champagne toast. Afterward, take home chocolate clock party favors.
The BoTree, London
Why not skip the hassle of making New Year’s plans and let The BoTree take care of it? The Forbes Travel Guide Recommended hotel offers a New Year’s Eve package that includes a £100 ($134) credit toward dinner at LAVO. Indulge in sophisticated Italian cuisine with signature dishes like the white wine lobster pasta, complemented by a zesty fresh chili.
The festivities continue with a private party hosted at the atmospheric nightlife venue, 77, beneath the hotel. The next day, to ensure a relaxed start to the new year, enjoy brunch at LAVO and a late checkout.
Huvafen Fushi Maldives
Start the year in paradise at Huvafen Fushi Maldives. But first, close out 2025 on a high note with a sunset cocktail party at Umbar, featuring live music from a saxophonist and the local band Defnote, followed by DJ UNA to get the dance floor moving.
For a more formal farewell, attend a gala dinner prepared by the culinary team behind the resort’s organic RAW restaurant, served at the overwater dining venue Celsius.
After a late night of revelry, visit RAW for a recovery brunch starting at 11:30 a.m. Later, toast the first sunset of the year with vintage champagne from your perch on the deck.
Fairmont Nile City, Cairo
It makes sense to leap into the future at the Four-Star Fairmont Nile City, a place where Cairo’s deep history meets modern day. You’ll find a wealth of options at this hotel, on the banks of the Nile, from creative Peruvian flavors at Gingko, Middle Eastern opulence at Bab El Nil and eclectic, globally inspired fare at Onyx Lounge. Every dining outlet also offers unique entertainment to accompany the meal.
All of the action culminates in the Magenta Ballroom terrace, where guests can gather to watch as fireworks explode in the sky.
The Lodge at Glendorn, Bradford, Pennsylvania
Experience the warmth of the Four-Star Lodge at Glendorn’s celebratory gathering. This historic estate exudes the inviting charm of a family home. The talented executive chef has crafted a six-course tasting menu, complete with wine pairings.
As the evening progresses, live music sets the mood and anticipation for the countdown builds. When the new year arrives, guests will usher it in with a champagne toast.
