As we enter 2025’s final chapter, a time for celebration and reflection, Aman continues to look forward with its pathfinder spirit, welcoming new additions across its global portfolio for 2026. From the imminent arrival of its sanctuary on Mexico’s serene Eastern Cape, to a landmark new villa in Utah’s desert, the brand’s philosophy endures, with a robust pipeline in place and further plans to connect guests to the heart of a destination, a signature of Aman for over 36 years.
Amanvari, Mexico
The highly anticipated Amanvari is set to open on the untouched East Cape of Baja California, Mexico, in spring 2026. Bringing Aman’s signatures of peace, privacy and unparalleled service to the country for the very first time, the 18-Casita retreat and its exclusive collection of branded residences celebrate its landscape at the meeting point of beachfront, desert and estuary.
With initial designs by Heah & Co. and realised by Elastic Architects, contemporary aesthetics blur the boundaries between indoors and out, mountain and sky. True to Aman’s ethos of becoming an organic extension of its surroundings, the resort’s interiors will reflect the outdoors through a palette of earthy materials, local stone and tropical hardwoods, enhanced by Mexican art and ceramics. Elevated to command sweeping views Amanvari’s Casitas look out to the Sea of Cortéz and the Sierra de la Laguna Mountains. Aman Residences follow suit, positioned on the sand with sea panoramas or overlooking the neighbouring Robert Trent Jones II-designed golf course.
Beyond a profound connection with its natural surroundings, Amanvari will offer world-class amenities, for which the brand is synonymous, including signature and localised dining venues and an Aman Spa with a temazcal (house of heat), private Spa Houses and an open-air Yoga Pavilion. Forming part of the Costa Palmas community – a 1,500-acre private estate – Amanvari will also offer guests access to local organic farms, orchards, a yacht club and a deep-water marina as well as presenting unrivalled opportunities for snorkelling, diving, hiking and sailing.
Amangiri, United States
Welcoming guests from February, Amangiri’s first Six-Bedroom Villa ushers in a new era for the iconic Utah retreat. The first of 12 new private Aman branded residences, the villa’s opening marks the next chapter in the evolution of the resort’s legacy, first established in 2009 and expanded with the arrival of Camp Sarika in 2020.
Designed by Marwan Al-Sayed, Amangiri’s original visionary architect, the 1,115 square metre residence merges seamlessly with its environment with low-lying architectural lines, walled gardens and expansive terraces. Set within nine acres of untouched desert, the private sanctuary offers uninterrupted views of the Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument, fostering a profound connection to the lunar landscape that surrounds. True to Aman’s design ethos, minimalist interiors of walnut, cypress and concrete echo the natural palette of the great outdoors. Dramatic glass walls frame desert vistas and open-plan living spaces flow into shaded loggias, an alfresco dining area and a striking central 36-metre swimming pool. The villa’s six ensuite bedrooms, all with king-sized beds, afford ample privacy, while the master suite benefits from its own courtyard and plunge pool.
As well as the range facilities of the villa, which include a private fitness room and spa with steam room and sauna, guests will also benefit from accessing the services of a personal chef and villa host, on hand to tend to every need. Nearby, Amangiri’s extensive Aman Spa, curated desert experiences and dining venues are all within easy reach via the villa’s dedicated electric golf buggy.
Aman-i-Khás, India
Aman-i-Khás, the intimate tented camp on the threshold of Ranthambore National Park in the untamed wilderness of Rajasthan, will emerge renewed in January with the addition of three Grand Tented Pool Pavilions and one Tented Pool Pavilion, bringing the camp’s total to 14 tents.
Offering boundless exploration of the park’s forts, villages and wildlife, including the majestic Bengal tiger, the new Grand Tented Pool Pavilions are now the camp’s largest at 256 square metres. Featuring temperature-controlled outdoor pools, private sundecks and alfresco dining areas, they are designed to celebrate the great outdoors, while inside, a king-sized bedroom, sunken living and dining areas and a spa-style bathroom offer the ultimate comfort. Meanwhile, the new Tented Pool Pavilion (164 square metres) provides all the elegant amenities of Aman-i-Khás’ Tented Pavilions, with the addition of a heated plunge pool and sun deck.
While days are spent exploring the National Park, back at camp, enjoy full-board dining, daily yoga sessions and complimentary laundry, along with access to the Dining Tent, Lounge Tent and Spa Tent, centred around a tranquil stepwell swimming pool.
Aman Kyoto, Japan
New for 2026 Aman Kyoto unveils Tea House Senkutsu – a serene new sanctuary within the resort’s secret forest garden. Meticulously crafted in the traditional sukiya style, Tea House Senkutsu showcases the finest artistry of Japanese tea house architecture, offering two distinct spaces for guests to experience the sacred ritual of chanoyu (the Japanese Way of Tea).
Designed by SEN ART STUDIO, specialists in traditional sukiya architecture dating back to the 16th century, the building exemplifies the refined traditions of Urasenke, one of Japan’s most influential tea ceremony schools founded in the 1700s. To bring the design to life, Aman Kyoto collaborated with Nakamura Sotoji Komuten, master craftsmen renowned for their expertise in traditional Japanese wooden architecture.
The structure comprises two tea rooms: the koma (small room), used for highly traditional chanoyu ceremonies and accessible through a low nijiriguchi entrance symbolising humility and respect; and a ryu-rei area (chair-seated style), serving as a versatile venue for cultural activities such as seasonal wagashi (Japanese sweets) making, calligraphy, Ikebana (flower arranging), and art classes with local painters.
