
Code Concepts expands into boutique hotels
With The Bindery, Code Concepts introduces a new era of boutique hospitality in Edinburgh’s New Town

Hilton launches new Outset Collection
Hilton has launched a further collection brand, aiming to draw together a mix of smaller independent hotels, off the beaten track

New Garner hotel lands in Arnavutköy
IHG launches Türkiye’s first Garner hotel near Istanbul Airport, strengthening the brand’s midscale presence and growth in Europe

CBRE revises hotel market outlook
A market update from CBRE notes that hotel performance is softening in the US, while other regions are enjoying an upswing

The Leela reports strong Q2 growth
The Leela reports 17% EBITDA growth in Q2 FY26 and enters Dubai market with first international venture on Palm Jumeirah

MainStay Suites enters Australian market
Choice Hotels brings its MainStay Suites brand to Australia, marking its first expansion outside North America with seven new hotels

Avani Mooloolaba opens April 2026
Minor Hotels and KPAT Hotels prepare to open Avani Mooloolaba, a premium beachfront hotel in Australia’s Sunshine Coast by 2026

Low carbon milestone for IHG Asia
IHG achieves a sustainability milestone as its Singapore hotel joins the Low Carbon Pioneers network

Goa is a hotel development hotspot
The Indian state of Goa has the country’s best beaches, and is an increasingly popular destination for both domestic and international visitors

Universal Enterprises introduces VERSA and NIVA
Universal Enterprises boosts international growth with VERSA Hospitality and launches NIVA, an experience-driven lifestyle brand

Choice expands in France
Choice Hotels is almost doubling its presence in France, agreeing a deal to add 50 properties to its Quality Suites brand

Firethorn purchases London office for conversion
A new chapter for 5 Lloyd’s Avenue: Firethorn and SW3 Capital plan a modern hospitality hub in the City of London

Marjan unveils UAE beach town project
A substantial new project has been revealed by developer Marjan, designed to propel Ras Al Khaimah forward as a key regional destination

East European transaction volumes grow
Hotels in east European cities such as Prague and Budapest are trading in greater volumes

Project of the Week: Nobu Hotel and Residences Cairo
Egypt’s luxury hospitality sector welcomes Nobu’s first hotel and restaurant, designed by Rockwell Group and developed by SODIC

Marriott launches Outdoor Collection
Having acquired Postcard Cabins in recent months, Marriott has now launched a broad collection of accommodation for those that love the outdoors

UK transaction market cools
The UK hotel market remains resilient in the face of rising supply, and cost pressures, with investor interest undimmed

Hilton doubles Vietnam presence with Sun Group
Hilton and Sun Group deepen their partnership to launch Conrad, LXR, and DoubleTree hotels

Resident builds momentum partnering with Marriott
Resident Hotels has had a transformational year, growing its own Resident brand while adding hotels under the Four Points Flex by Sheraton brand too

Candlewood Suites comes to Iceland
IHG Hotels & Resorts partners with ALVA Capital to bring Candlewood Suites to Reykjavik, bringing up to 500 rooms across Iceland over the next few years

Wyndham strengthens DACH region portfolio
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts adds 25 new hotels in collaboration with Gorgeous Smiling Hotels across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland

Hilton’s 9000th opening milestone
It has taken Hilton just a year to grow from 8,000 to 9,000 hotels open around the world

Lemon Tree growth plans
With India’s travel and tourism sector booming, Lemon Tree Hotels is preparing further dynamic growth

Park Hyatt launches brand growth campaign
In its 45th year, the Park Hyatt brand is celebrating with the launch of a new Luxury is Personal campaign, as it continues to grow

Native by NUMA launches in Europe
NUMA expands across Europe with Native by Numa—offering design-led, high-touch stays in cultural hotspots, powered by smart hospitality tech

First EDITION residences set for Dubai
The Dubai Beach EDITION, a collaboration between Shamal Holding and Marriott International, will introduce luxury residences and a seaside hotel to Dubai Harbour

Busy autumn for Extendam
Investor Extendam has been busy exiting newly developed hotels, as it looks for other opportunities to add value

Project of the Week: Central Crossing
Central Crossing will bring premium offices, luxury hospitality, and vibrant public spaces to Hong Kong’s Central district

Hilton signs hotels in UK and Italy
Across its portfolio of brands, Hilton has just signed five new hotels in Europe, a region where momentum is building

Citadines hits growth milestone
With increasing conversions, and franchise signings, Ascott is accelerating new signings for its Citadines extended stay brand

Southern Europe welcomes more voco hotels
IHG Hotels & Resorts expands its voco brand with nine new hotels across Southern Europe, adding 1,000+ rooms in Spain, Italy, France, Portugal, and Türkiye

Marriott builds traction with Series in USA
Marriott has signed a launch deal in the USA to bring its Series by Marriott collection brand into its home market

Ventive acquires stake in Hilton Goa
Ventive Hospitality acquires a 76% stake in Hilton Goa Resort, marking its entry into Goa’s leisure market with plans for expansion and branded villas

Garner: A growing hospitality brand
IHG’s Garner brand is expanding in the UK and Ireland, delivering reliable, affordable stays for travelers and strong growth opportunities for hospitality leaders

H World expands JI brand across Asia
Already a well established brand in China, JI Hotel is now expanding into new markets including Cambodia, Malaysia and Laos

NH Collection Maldives Reethi Resort returns after major renovations
NH Collection Maldives Reethi Resort reopens on 18 December 2025 after a six-month renovation

Sofitel signed in Genoa
Genoa is the latest destination for Accor’s luxury Sofitel brand, as it spreads across Europe

Italy’s hotels: new growth ahead
Italy’s hospitality industry expands, opening fresh opportunities in hidden towns and secondary markets

Holiday Inn expands in Japan
Holiday Inn grows its Japan presence with all-season Karuizawa retreat and upcoming city hotels

Seibu Prince acquires Ace Hotels
Japan’s Seibu Prince hotel group has acquired the international Ace Hotels business, aiming to grow the brand globally

Project of the Week: Hygge Hotel
Set to open in 2026, Hygge Hotel combines HWKN’s architectural vision with AI collaboration

Bain Capital buys Paris landmark
Dynamic investor Bain Capital has purchased one of the largest hotels in Paris

Ennismore signs its first hotel in Poland
Ennismore is rolling out its lifestyle brands to an increasing number of eastern European city centres

Ruby Hotels enters U.S. market
IHG Hotels & Resorts introduces Ruby Hotels to the U.S., bringing its stylish, space-efficient premium brand from Europe to urban markets

Third German Vignette Collection by IHG
Vignette Collection continues its global growth with a new addition in Germany’s Rheingau wine region

Marriott enters Mongolia with AC Hotels
Marriott International is expanding into Mongolia with the AC Hotel by Marriott Ulaanbaatar, a 190-room property planned for 2027 in the city’s Khan-Uul District

TUI signs strategic partnership in Oman
A partnership between TUI and authorities in Oman aims to create a series of new tourist destinations in the country

Hilton’s new hotels: Oct–Dec preview
Thirteen more Hilton properties are set to open from October through December, continuing the brand’s global expansion

Hilton’s new hotels: Sept–Oct highlights
Hilton is opening 13 new properties across global destinations in September and October, spanning luxury, lifestyle, and extended-stay brands

Approval for new luxury London hotel
After following a long and testing route, plans to transform London’s historic Custom House building into a hotel have been approved
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