The Best Europe Hotel Openings of 2023

Vermelho, Melides, Portugal

French fashion designer Christian Louboutin enters the hospitality space with Vermelho, a 13-room hotel located in the heart of Melides, Portugal, south of Lisbon. The hotel’s name means red in Portuguese and nods to Louboutin’s iconic color, which is found in tile floors and azulego panels in the guestrooms. Indeed, the eclectic, fantastical design is reflective of Louboutin’s audacious style and a celebration of the artists and artisans he admires.

Architect: Madalena Caiado, Lisbon | Interior Designer: Christian Louboutin, Paris | Operator: Marugal

Photo courtesy of Marugal