Ultra-exclusive escapes for travelers who want privacy, beauty, and quiet luxury

If you love the idea of disappearing to an island that feels untouched, these three upcoming openings deserve a spot on your travel list. Each one delivers total privacy, refined design, and that rare feeling of being somewhere only a handful of people even know about. Here’s a simple look at what makes them special.

1. Fregate Island Private, Seychelles

Fregate Island reopens in early 2026 after a complete transformation. The island spans 720 acres, and every part of it feels wild, calm, and impossibly beautiful. Only sixteen residences will be available, each designed with open views, private pools, and quiet corners tucked into the jungle. The beaches are home to thousands of Aldabra tortoises, and most of the experience is powered by solar energy. Meals are fresh and personal, often foraged with the chef. Rates begin around fifteen thousand dollars a night and full-island buyouts reach well over two hundred fifty thousand dollars. Booking begins January 2026.

2. Bulgari Resort Ranfushi, Maldives

Bulgari’s first private-island resort in the Maldives opens in summer 2026 and is already attracting attention among luxury travellers. It features fifty-four villas, from high-ceilinged beach homes to overwater suites with glass floors. One three-bedroom villa sits on its own mini island with a private jetty. Expect polished design, marble details, and dining created by a celebrated chef from Rome. Rates start at about four thousand five hundred dollars per night and rise sharply for the signature villa. Access is by seaplane only, keeping the island quiet and carefully controlled.

3. Zannier Île de Bendor, French Riviera

Opening in spring 2026, this island sits just off the coast of Bandol and feels like a secret spot on the Riviera. Zannier Hotels has created a relaxed but polished escape with fifty simple, elegant villas spread across pine-covered cliffs. There are hidden coves, a private marina, and a spa built into natural sea caves. Guests can enjoy local wine, coastal views, and short boat trips for food and culture. Rates begin around two thousand two hundred dollars a night, with full buyouts available for larger groups.

These resorts are under the radar for now, but once bookings open, they will move quickly. If you want privacy with a sense of calm luxury, these islands are worth planning ahead for.