MGallery Collection enters 2026 with a wave of distinctive new openings

International

From the Maldives and Australia to France and Thailand, five upcoming hotels reflect MGallery’s focus on design-led hospitality rooted in a strong sense of place

MGallery Collection is set to begin 2026 with an expanded global footprint, introducing a series of new properties across four continents. The upcoming openings span island retreats, coastal resorts, and nature-focused destinations, each designed to express local character while delivering the brand’s signature blend of intimacy, storytelling, and refined hospitality.

The new chapter underscores MGallery’s positioning within the luxury and lifestyle segment, where individuality, emotional connection, and cultural depth shape each stay.

A portfolio shaped by place and character

“Each upcoming opening enriches our brand's portfolio of signature hotels, where every stay becomes a memorable and meaningful experience,” says Maud Bailly, CEO of Sofitel Legend, Sofitel, MGallery and Emblems. “Designed to celebrate local and unique character, our hotels invite travellers to discover new places, new atmospheres and new stories.”

Maldives: quiet luxury at Mirihi

Formerly operating as Mirihi Island Resort, V Villas Maldives at Mirihi – MGallery Collection will reopen in January 2026 following an extensive renovation and expansion led by Studio Gronda. The boutique resort will feature 42 villas, ranging from beachfront and overwater accommodations to multi-bedroom suites with private pools.

Inspired by Maldivian heritage and the delicate Mirihi flower, the design emphasizes restrained elegance and a deep connection to the surrounding Indian Ocean. Set amid vibrant coral reefs and a protected lagoon, the resort is conceived as a serene retreat shaped by natural rhythms and understated comfort.

Australia: coastal elegance in Noosa

Opening in February 2026, Elysium Noosa Resort – MGallery Collection occupies a prime position on Hastings Street, close to Noosa National Park and Laguna Bay. The resort will offer 175 rooms, including 104 suites and eight villas, with the signature Elysium Suite featuring a private pool.

Its culinary concept blends coastal freshness with Mediterranean influence. Cibaria, created in collaboration with restaurateurs Alessandro and Anna Pavoni, focuses on regional produce, while Bar Capri channels the spirit of Italian aperitivo by the pool. The architecture and interiors emphasize natural light, soft sand tones, and organic materials, creating a seamless dialogue between indoor spaces and the surrounding ocean, forest, and river.

France: nature and gastronomy on Oléron Island

On France’s Atlantic coast, Le Bel Hôtel Oléron – MGallery Collection is scheduled to open in April 2026. The hotel will comprise 102 rooms, including eight suites, with views of either pine forest or ocean.

Located within a protected Natura 2000 site between the Saint-Trojan forest and Gatseau beach, the property draws on natural materials and a palette inspired by seaside houses of Oléron and the Hamptons. A culinary concept developed by Michelin-starred chef Pierre Gagnaire anchors the experience, complemented by a signature restaurant, two bars, beach service, and a marine spa with thalassotherapy facilities.

Thailand: two contrasting retreats in Phuket

MGallery Collection will debut two new properties in Phuket in 2026. Kamaliss MontAzure Phuket – MGallery Collection, opening in April, is set between Kamala’s green hills and the Andaman Sea. With 150 rooms, the resort forms part of the MontAzure community, combining access to Phuket’s lifestyle and entertainment offerings with a calm, nature-driven atmosphere centered around a lagoon.

Later in the year, Navera Phuket – MGallery Collection will open in June 2026 on the hilltops above Surin Beach. The property comprises 19 individually styled villas designed as intimate, personalized retreats. Contemporary Thai culture, maritime influences, and elements of Sino-Portuguese heritage shape the design language, positioning Navera as one of Phuket’s most exclusive boutique offerings.

With these five openings, MGallery Collection reinforces its global growth strategy for 2026, focusing on destinations where landscape, culture, and design come together to create distinctive and emotionally resonant stays.