Lisa Holladay

In this week's list of hot hotel openings, bold and modern brands are debuting in the most sought-after heritage destinations.

St Regis Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of The St. Regis Melbourne, marking the first hotel in Australia for the renowned luxury brand.

Building on a theme of 'luxury resort experiences in stunning global locations', The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company has announced plans to open a property in Nikko, Japan - the brand’s first…