The 76 Most-Anticipated Hotel Openings of 2025
The Ilisian, Athens, Greece
Formerly the Hilton Athens, the Ilisian debuts this year as a multifaceted destination, featuring the 307-key Conrad Athens, 18 Conrad residences, and 37 Waldorf Astoria-branded private residences. The property—helmed by design powerhouses including AvroKO, Tristan Auer, and Yabu Pushelberg, among others—also houses a members club, curated dining, wellness, and retail experiences.
Architecture Firm: AETER Architects, Athens | Design Firms: AvroKO, Tristan Auer, Yabu Pushelberg, First Within, SBR studio, Mare Studio, ID-Lab and Vana Krimnioti | Operator: Hilton | Owner + Purchasing Firm: Ionian Hotel Enterprises