Category: Hotels

January 18, 2024

Weekender Hotels, an outdoor-oriented brand based in Saratoga Springs, renovated and rebranded two hotels in New York’s Adirondack Mountain region. Town House Lodge, situated in Lake Placid, echoes the retro charm of the 1970s. The 27-room property features a heated […]

January 17, 2024

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) today announced the appointment of Leanne Harwood as its new Senior Vice President (SVP), Managing Director, Luxury & Lifestyle Americas (LLA). Upon assuming her role on March 1, Harwood will oversee the daily operations of […]

January 16, 2024

Midtown Manhattan will soon welcome the Xadia Hotel, a new property comprising the entire under-construction Bryant Park Crown high-rise. Marin Architects, the project’s designer and architect of record, envisioned the 42-story tower, which features a cantilever façade and overlooks New […]

January 12, 2024

Starwood Capital Group announced today that a controlled affiliate has acquired a portfolio of 10 hotels from Edwardian Group for an undisclosed sum via an off-market transaction. The portfolio comprises 10 hotels with 2,053 rooms. Edwardian Group will continue to […]

January 11, 2024

Preferred Hotels & Resorts is prepared to add nine new luxury properties to its portfolio in 2024. From adults-only retreats and urban gems to coastal resorts and countryside hideaways, here are the forthcoming additions to the independent hotel brand: The […]

January 9, 2024

Max Brown Hotels has launched its inaugural boutique property in Milan, Italy. The opening of Max Brown Missori comes as part of the brand’s expansion under Amsterdam-based hospitality group Sircle Collection. The interiors of the new hotel were crafted by […]

January 8, 2024

Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown, located in Manhattan’s Tribeca neighborhood, has introduced six suites designed by late interior architect Bill Rooney and his team at Bill Rooney Studio. The suites capture the essence of a luxurious Tribeca home and […]

January 3, 2024

The past year saw the continued influx of hotels opening worldwide. Among them were many diverse examples of placemaking and nature-focused design. Here are two projects, plus a deep dive into Hyatt’s Thompson brand, that garnered the attention of our […]

January 3, 2024

Marriott International, Inc., recently announced that it has signed an agreement with Beijing North Star Company Limited to open the third The Ritz-Carlton and the first Marriott Marquis Hotel in Beijing. Expected to open in 2026, The Ritz-Carlton Beijing, North […]

January 2, 2024

The SureStay Plus by Best Western Montrose has opened its doors in Montrose, Colorado. Located at 1655 E Main St. in Montrose, Colorado, the hotel features 45 well-appointed guest rooms, including two dedicated suites. After recently undergoing a refresh, the […]

December 29, 2023

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) announced the opening of Taj Sawai, Ranthambore. Nestled on the outskirts of Ranthambore National Park, the hotel is the perfect sanctuary to enjoy a safari to spot the elusive Royal Bengal Tiger. Mr. Puneet Chhatwal, Managing […]

December 28, 2023

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) yesterday announced the opening of Park Hyatt Marrakech, marking the debut of the Park Hyatt brand in Morocco and growing the brand’s presence in Africa, joining Park Hyatt Zanzibar and the forthcoming Park Hyatt Johannesburg, […]

December 27, 2023

In the Riviera Maya, resorts sit shoulder to shoulder along the shore, vying for access to the sea. Set away from the fray, the reimagined Maroma, A Belmond Hotel, is cocooned by 200 acres of pristine jungle. “The Maroma has […]

December 22, 2023

Foley Entertainment Group (FEG), established by businessman and Sonoma Valley vintner, Bill Foley, has acquired Sonoma’s iconic MacArthur Place Hotel & Spa from Lat33 Capital. FEG will be taking over the day-to-day management of MacArthur Place, seamlessly integrating its renowned […]

December 21, 2023

Thanks to a vigorous development pipeline, the Middle East and Africa region is thriving. Much of that is due to Saudi Arabia’s influx of development (15 hotels with 6,050 rooms) and Dubai’s growth spurt (11 hotels with 2,868 rooms). The […]

December 20, 2023

The Caribbean coastline has welcomed the Riviera Maya EDITION at Kanai, the hotel brand’s first property in the region. Envisioned by hotelier Ian Schrager in collaboration with Marriott International, the resort redefines laidback luxury, blending ancient Mayan traditions with EDITION’s […]

December 19, 2023

In a world where most purchases can be made with the click of a button, the hospitality landscape is evolving to keep pace with a new era of consumer expectations in the form of shoppable hotels. These concepts present a […]

December 18, 2023

Hard Rock International and the Tejon Indian Tribe celebrated the groundbreaking of the long-awaited hotel and casino located at Hwy. 166 and Sabodan Road West of the community of Mettler, California on Tejon Tribal land. The celebration featured a commemorative […]

December 18, 2023

Tru by Hilton announced the signing of Tru by Hilton Bariloche. Slated to open in 2027 in Patagonia, one of Argentina’s most exciting destinations, Tru by Hilton Bariloche will represent another market first for the brand and marks its 10th […]

December 15, 2023

Hodges Ward Elliott announced the closing of the 196-key Hilton Brooklyn New York and the accompanying retail at 71 Smith Street at the nexus of Downtown Brooklyn and Boerum Hill. With nearby attractions including Barclays Center, Brooklyn Heights Promenade, Brooklyn […]