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Capella Hotel Group celebrates an outstanding presence across The 50 Best Hotels 2026, with three properties recognised among the world’s top 50: Capella Bangkok has been named No.2, Capella Sydney No.16 and Patina Osaka No.33. Capella Sydney was also awarded Best Hotel in Oceania for the second consecutive year, while Patina Osaka received the Nikka Best New Hotel Award. Capella Hanoi and Capella Singapore were also recognised at No.81 and No.97 respectively in the extended

Patina Osaka, the first property in Japan by Capella Hotel Group, has been voted the No. 1 Hotel in the World and No. 1 City Hotel in Asia by Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards 2026. To commemorate this milestone, Patina Osaka has launched a special collaboration collection with globally renowned creator VERDY, who has served as the hotel’s Creative Partner since its opening. The limited-edition collection launched this month and is available only at Patina Osaka.

Located at the Italian Style Area, Patina Tianjin is proud to announce a creative partnership with multidisciplinary artist Oscar Wang ahead of the hotel’s opening in late 2026. Inspired by Wang’s deeply personal connection to Tianjin, the collaboration will see the creation of an exclusive site-specific artwork which is inspired by the hotel’s historic architecture and unique character, and a signature collection of lifestyle merchandise.

Patina Hotels & Resorts has announced the second edition of its Patina Art Residency, a platform bringing together artistic immersion, international art-world perspectives and purposeful patronage. Under the new theme, Rooted Realms, artists are invited to explore how place, identity and the environment shape one another. Submissions are open until 30 August, with the winner set to be revealed later this year at a private event in central London.

For the fourth consecutive year, Travel + Leisure readers — travellers from across the world — have voted Capella Hotels and Resorts the world's best hotel brand, a distinction no other brand currently holds, and one that carries particular weight coming from guests across a portfolio of just ten properties including Capella Kyoto as the latest opening in March this year. Patina Osaka — part of sister brand Patina Hotels & Resorts — was also voted both The World's No. 1 Best

Capella Hotel Group and Verso Projects announce a landmark partnership to debut Capella Residences Brisbane in 2029. Marking the third Capella Residences globally after Seoul and Bangkok – and the first branded residence of any kind in Brisbane – this extraordinary collaboration will see the restoration and transformation of the historic Shafston House estate into an exclusive riverfront address.

Capella Hotel Group has appointed Christian Westbeld as Regional General Manager, Southeast Asia overseeing Capella Singapore, Capella Ubud and Capella Hanoi. Hailing from Frankfurt, Westbeld's path into hospitality leadership spans 25 years across four continents including F&B and senior management roles at Raffles Hotels & Resorts in Dubai, Beijing and Singapore; senior operations leadership at MGM China’s large scale integrated resorts; before returning to Raffles Singap

Capella Hotel Group has appointed Feisal Jaffer as Chief Development Officer as it accelerates the next phase of its global expansion across its Capella and Patina brands. Jaffer will lead the Group’s global development and help shape hospitality-focused real estate platforms.

Capella Hotel Group announced the launch of Capella Residences Bangkok, a 262-unit residential centrepiece of the WellEra development, located at the intersection of Sarasin and Langsuan Roads and overlooking Lumpini Park in Bangkok's prestigious Lumpini district, marking the brand's first entry into wellness-integrated branded residences.

Capella Hotel Group continues to strengthen its leadership team with the appointment of Pierre Chidiac as General Manager at Capella Nanjing. The appointment comes at a pivotal moment for the Group, as Capella expands its footprint across Asia.

This July, Capella Ubud, Bali marks eight years in Ubud’s forested valley with Keliki, Our Home, a curated anniversary journey that unfolds over two nights, thoughtfully designed to immerse guests in the spirit of its home village through forest, community, and conservation.

Capella Hotel Group has appointed Roland Fasel as President effective 6 April 2026. This appointment brings a seasoned luxury hospitality executive with more than 30 years of international experience to chart the company’s ambitious growth across key global markets. Fasel brings a track record of leading operations at some of the world's most distinguished luxury hotel brands - most recently, as Group Chief Operating Officer at Maybourne Hotel Group.

Capella Kyoto will open on 22 March 2026, just as Kyoto’s legendary cherry blossoms reach their fleeting peak. Set in the historic Miyagawa-cho kagai (geisha district), Capella Hotels and Resorts’ inaugural property in Japan is located steps from the Kenninji temple and the Kamo river where kabuki was born.

Forbes Travel Guide has announced its 2026 Star Awards, with six properties under Capella Hotel Group recognised at the highest Five-Star level. Heritage shikumen hotel Capella Shanghai now joins Capella Singapore, Bangkok, and Hanoi as well as Patina Maldives, Fari Islands as Five-Star properties. Capella at Galaxy Macau, the brand's newest addition which opened on 10 February, also earned a Five-Star rating in its debut recognition - an exceptional achievement for a pre

Capella at Galaxy Macau has opened its doors, introducing bespoke luxury to one of Asia's most vibrant cultural hubs. Reflecting Galaxy Macau's signature golden allure is a carefully crafted sanctuary with Capella's signature personalised service and cultural immersion.

From 31 March to 21 April 2026, Patina Maldives, Fari Islands will welcome artist Shezad Dawood to its shores for the inaugural Patina Art Residency. This newly launched annual project from Patina Hotels & Resorts celebrates artists who reflect a commitment to impact and sustainability. Dawood will spend three weeks on the island, developing new work inspired by the Maldivian environment reflecting the theme of this year’s programme, Fluid Worlds.

One of Sydney’s most significant heritage buildings entered a bold new era with the opening of The Lands by Capella Events on 2 February, unveiling the first public event spaces within the historic Department of Lands building. Led by Pontiac Land Group and anchored by the award-winning Capella Sydney, the launch marks the debut of The Sandstone Precinct – a powerful new luxury, cultural, and events destination in the heart of the CBD.

Transformative luxury retreat Patina Maldives, Fari Islands has revealed this year’s first chapter of The Perpetual Journey, its one-of-a-kind cultural and experiential initiative. From January to March, guests are invited to immerse themselves in holistic wellbeing and healing sessions; seasonal celebrations; and an ensemble of fine dining experiences.

Capella Sydney, recently ranked Best Hotel in Oceania and No.12 in The World’s 50 Best Hotels, continues to redefine luxury hospitality through art, history, and immersive experiences. This summer, the hotel unveils its latest innovation at McRae Bar, Arcana & Alchemy, a curated cocktail journey that blends mixology, mythology, and modern design while paying homage to George McRae, the original architect of the building that now houses Capella Sydney.

In Kyoto's historic Miyagawa-chō, a former primary school building has been transformed by renowned Japanese architect Kengo Kuma and Brewin Design Office into an intimate expression of cultural continuity, craftsmanship and contemporary design. Opening in Spring 2026, Capella Kyoto reimagines the iconic traditional machiya townhouse as a contemplative composition of light and materials that, like the city itself, unfolds through layered thresholds, intimate reveals, and mom