The 50 Best Hotel Openings of 2025
Posted on December 17, 2025 · Stephanie Chen, Alissa Ponchione, and Caitlin St John
Hotel Albatross, Ocean Grove, New Jersey
Keys: 27
Design: Mapa Mueller
Why we love it: A 1881-era Victorian mansion has been lovingly restored to honor its seaside location with design touches like skateboard-toile wallpaper, antique heirlooms, and rich woods, which work together to create a boutique escape that captures the relaxed charm of the Jersey Shore.
Owner + Operator: RC Management Collective | Purchasing firm: Hospitality Source Collective
Photo by Oak Leaf Media
