The Leela reports strong Q2 growth
Makenzie Huff 16 Oct 2025
The Leela reports 17% EBITDA growth in Q2 FY26 and enters Dubai market with first international venture on Palm Jumeirah
The Leela reports 17% EBITDA growth in Q2 FY26 and enters Dubai market with first international venture on Palm Jumeirah
Choice Hotels brings its MainStay Suites brand to Australia, marking its first expansion outside North America with seven new hotels
Minor Hotels and KPAT Hotels prepare to open Avani Mooloolaba, a premium beachfront hotel in Australia’s Sunshine Coast by 2026
IHG achieves a sustainability milestone as its Singapore hotel joins the Low Carbon Pioneers network
interihotel BCN25 (21–23 October 2025, Fira Barcelona – Gran Vía) will once again host AMBIT’s Interiors Living Lab, an experiential space comprising four areas that will allow visitors to discover the latest innovations applicable to hospitality space design: Concept Rooms Lab, Xperience Lab, Materials Lab and Craft Lab
Universal Enterprises boosts international growth with VERSA Hospitality and launches NIVA, an experience-driven lifestyle brand
Choice Hotels is almost doubling its presence in France, agreeing a deal to add 50 properties to its Quality Suites brand
A new chapter for 5 Lloyd’s Avenue: Firethorn and SW3 Capital plan a modern hospitality hub in the City of London
GROHE introduces the Rapido Heat Recovery Shower System – enabling hotels to reduce energy costs and CO₂ emissions by up to 48% without compromising guest comfort.
A substantial new project has been revealed by developer Marjan, designed to propel Ras Al Khaimah forward as a key regional destination
Egypt’s luxury hospitality sector welcomes Nobu’s first hotel and restaurant, designed by Rockwell Group and developed by SODIC
The UK hotel market remains resilient in the face of rising supply, and cost pressures, with investor interest undimmed
Resident Hotels has had a transformational year, growing its own Resident brand while adding hotels under the Four Points Flex by Sheraton brand too
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 Hotels & Resorts adds 25 new hotels in collaboration with Gorgeous Smiling Hotels across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland
At Host Milano 2025 (Pav.12 | B48 B56 E47 E55), SEB Professional Beverage puts innovation, digitalization and sustainabilty in the center, showcasing bold multi-brand solutions from WMF, Schaerer, Curtis, La San Marco, and Zummo. “Grinding solutions. Juicing ideas. Serving business.” With this promise, SEB Professional Beverage invites visitors to experience inspiring concepts that raise beverage quality, boost efficiency, and deliver seamless operations. From premium coffee to fresh juice, every innovation reflects the company’s commitment to shaping the future of out-of-home beverages. “HOST Milano is a global stage where we share our latest technologies, strengthen partnerships, and inspire new possibilities,” says Martin Zouhar, Executive VP, SEB Professional Beverage. “With innovation, sustainability, and digitalization at our core, we’re not just following trends – we’re shaping the future of coffee culture and out-of-home beverages worldwide.”
It has taken Hilton just a year to grow from 8,000 to 9,000 hotels open around the world
With India’s travel and tourism sector booming, Lemon Tree Hotels is preparing further dynamic growth
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
NUMA expands across Europe with Native by Numa—offering design-led, high-touch stays in cultural hotspots, powered by smart hospitality tech
The Dubai Beach EDITION, a collaboration between Shamal Holding and Marriott International, will introduce luxury residences and a seaside hotel to Dubai Harbour
Investor Extendam has been busy exiting newly developed hotels, as it looks for other opportunities to add value
Jason Kruse joins Minor Hotels to lead three Maldives resorts, leveraging two decades of expertise in resort operations and luxury hospitality
Central Crossing will bring premium offices, luxury hospitality, and vibrant public spaces to Hong Kong’s Central district
With increasing conversions, and franchise signings, Ascott is accelerating new signings for its Citadines extended stay brand
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 has signed a launch deal in the USA to bring its Series by Marriott collection brand into its home market
CityHub reshapes leadership as Remco Gerritsen becomes CEO, driving European expansion while cofounders focus on brand integrity
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
Talenti Outdoor Living furnishes the largest urban thermal park in Europe: elegance and wellness come together at De Montel – Terme Milano.
NH Collection Maldives Reethi Resort reopens on 18 December 2025 after a six-month renovation
Genoa is the latest destination for Accor’s luxury Sofitel brand, as it spreads across Europe
Nestled amidst forests, rolling hills, and a serene protected inland sea stands Domaine Le Mezo – a castle transformed into a luxurious resort, featuring opulent rooms, adventurous lodges – and the comfort of AquaClean shower toilets.
Holiday Inn grows its Japan presence with all-season Karuizawa retreat and upcoming city hotels
Japan’s Seibu Prince hotel group has acquired the international Ace Hotels business, aiming to grow the brand globally
Set to open in 2026, Hygge Hotel combines HWKN’s architectural vision with AI collaboration
Dynamic investor Bain Capital has purchased one of the largest hotels in Paris
Ennismore is rolling out its lifestyle brands to an increasing number of eastern European city centres
IHG Hotels & Resorts introduces Ruby Hotels to the U.S., bringing its stylish, space-efficient premium brand from Europe to urban markets
Vignette Collection continues its global growth with a new addition in Germany’s Rheingau wine region
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
A partnership between TUI and authorities in Oman aims to create a series of new tourist destinations in the country
The GROHE Colors Collection is a carefully curated palette of timeless colors and finishes that enables professionals to bring design visions to life and turn their clients’ dream bathrooms into reality.
Thirteen more Hilton properties are set to open from October through December, continuing the brand’s global expansion
Hilton is opening 13 new properties across global destinations in September and October, spanning luxury, lifestyle, and extended-stay brands
After following a long and testing route, plans to transform London’s historic Custom House building into a hotel have been approved
Schaerer AG is celebrating a major milestone: the 100,000th Schaerer Coffee Soul has rolled off the production line in Zuchwil, highlighting the remarkable success of this versatile fully automatic coffee machine. First unveiled in its current generation at Host Milan in 2019, the Schaerer Coffee Soul has been in series production since October 2020. It has since delivered outstanding coffee quality worldwide with its innovative technology, contemporary design and intuitive operation – proving popular with everyone from owner‑run restaurants and hotels to international coffee shop and convenience‑store chains.
“Delivering the 100,000th Schaerer Coffee Soul is a special moment for us. Never before have we produced so many machines in such a short period – the Schaerer Coffee Soul is therefore the most successful machine in Schaerer’s history,” says Product Manager Sam Geissbühler. “This traction reflects our pioneering mindset and our focus on market trends and customer needs in every new machine and technology we bring to market”.
IHG’s latest move in Egypt introduces Hotel Indigo New Cairo, positioning the boutique hotel brand at the heart of the city’s dynamic Red (G) district
Elanor Investors Group has agreed to reflag four of its hotel properties in Australia to Accor brands, in order to improve performance
The historic Nestor Hotel in Neckarsulm has been repositioned under the ibis Styles brand of the Accor Group. Property owner Art-Invest Real Estate and operator The Chocolate on the Pillow Group entrusted Brumann with both the development of the interior design and the comprehensive modernization and rebranding of the hotel, carried out as general contractor during ongoing operations.
