Capella Hotel Group announces strategic expansion

Capella Hotel Group has unveiled its strategic expansion plans for 2025, anchored by partnerships with celebrated architects and designers who share the group's vision of bridging heritage with contemporary luxury. The ambitious growth includes Capella properties in Taipei (March), Macau (Q2), and Kyoto (Q4), along with a Patina property in Osaka (April).

“Each Capella property is inspired by the soul of its destination," says Cristiano Rinaldi, President of Capella Hotel Group. "Our expansion strategy reflects three key principles: selecting destinations with rich cultural narratives, partnering with world-renowned architects who understand our vision of cultural authenticity, and maintaining an intimate scale across most properties to ensure highly personalised service.”

The 2025 openings showcase distinctive architectural collaborations across its bespoke luxury brand, Capella Hotels and Resorts, and transformative luxury brand, Patina Hotels & Resorts.

Capella Taipei, opening Q1 2025 features 86 keys and embodies Fu's concept of a "modern mansion," offering a sophisticated urban retreat in the dynamic Songshan district. The property reflects Fu's personal journey exploring Taipei's essence through local neighbourhoods and the tree-lined Dunhua North Road, which evokes the ambience of a European boulevard. With Fu's signature "Relaxed Luxury" aesthetic woven throughout its thoughtfully crafted spaces, floor-to-ceiling windows frame panoramic views of Taipei 101 and the distant mountains, while five distinct dining venues create an extraordinary culinary narrative. The property's culinary ambitions are showcased in a distinct tri-level bar destination, demonstrating how architectural innovation can elevate the gastronomic experience.

Capella at Galaxy Macau, opening in Q2 2025 features 93 keys as an art-filled sanctuary that blends effortless sophistication with radiant interiors, creating spaces that reflect Macau's lush tropical landscapes and beauty. The property's design pays homage to the city's rich heritage through light-filled Sky Villas and suites that offer a new perspective on luxury. The interiors harmoniously echo the enchanting Portuguese-Chinese architecture that characterises Macau's UNESCO World Heritage Sites, bringing Capella's signature cultural programming to life within an integrated development context.

Opening in Q2 2025, Patina Osaka represents a bold architectural statement through the collaborative vision of Jun Mitsui & Associates and Strickland. The 221-key property's design concept draws inspiration from water, embodying the essence of Japan's "City of Water" through contemporary interpretations of Japanese aesthetics. Situated opposite the historic Osaka Castle and adjacent to Naniwanomiya-ato Park, the property creates a dynamic dialogue between past and present. The dramatic arrival experience on the 20th floor offers sweeping castle views, while distinctive features like P72, the signature restaurant celebrating Japan's 72 micro-seasons, and The Listening Room by OJAS demonstrate how thoughtful design can enhance transformative luxury.

Capella Kyoto, opening Q4 2025 features cultural preservation through the collaborative genius of Kengo Kuma & Associates and Brewin Design Office. This intimate 89-key property in the historic Miyagawa-chō district showcases how luxury can honour traditional aesthetics. The design draws deeply from the neighbourhood's cultural heritage surrounding the Kenninji Temple, preserving the essence of traditional Higashiyama culture through careful attention to Zen Buddhism, wabi-sabi aesthetics, and architectural elements like tatami and Zen gardens. An inner courtyard – adjacent to the signature Capella Living Room – serves as a central point, creating an organic flow between public and private spaces.

"Design is an emotional journey, not just an aesthetic choice," notes Cristiano. "With these openings, we're expanding from eight properties to twelve by the end of 2025, with plans to double our portfolio by 2030. Future projects include a branded residential development in Seoul and hotels in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and Tianjin, China."