Riu Hotels Declares Sustainability Lead
Chris Bown
16 Jan 2026
Spanish hotel group Riu has achieved a key environmental certification for all of its operational hotels
Spanish hotel group Riu has achieved a key environmental certification for all of its operational hotels
IHG has signed its first African hotel to its Vignette Collection, adding the Fairview Hotel in Nairobi
Dusit closes 2025 with record hotel signings and positions its global pipeline for major openings in 2026
Indian Hotels is the latest big brand group to sign up to a new hotel in Cairo, as Egypt pushes to grow its tourism offer
Accor has signed Sofitel Rishikesh Narendra Nagar, a luxury resort set to open in 2030 along the River Ganges
Talenti Outdoor Living turns into the Homer of design by proposing Itaca, the collection designed by Carlo Colombo that accepts no compromises and like Ulysses is ready to embark on a sensory journey towards the boundaries of the known world. With this intriguing premise, Talenti and the celebrated architect from Como, return to collaborate after the success of the Tressé collection, and if for the previous one the inspiration was fashion, this time it is mythology with its otherworldly charm.
ITC Hotels will develop a convention-led five-star property at Yashobhoomi, Dwarka, following a long-term land allotment
Marriott is reshaping its regional leadership team as long-time executives retire and new presidents step into expanded roles
From its Mexican roots, Marriott’s City Express brand is expanding fast into the USA and Canada
In 2025, Wood Couture expanded its global footprint, delivered complex projects across Latin America, India, and key global markets, and integrated AI into its craftsmanship processes. Its community grew by converting more than 30 years of experience into practical tools and decision-making insight.
Abraj Omar Hotel & Residences redefines hospitality in Makkah, offering luxury accommodations with a spiritual touch, set to open in 2028
With a new signing in Italy, Spanish group Melia continues to grow its Affiliated by Melia collection brand
Lark Hotels will open four new properties in 2026 across Cambridge, Plymouth, Falmouth, and the Hamptons
Hybrid hotel/hostel operator Meininger has formalised its presence in Copenhagen, branding a building it has long operated
Hilton expands Signia by Hilton through hotel conversions, selective new builds, and international growth plans through 2028
Four Seasons has booked a return to Brazil, planning to open a new hotel in Rio de Janeiro
Hyatt expands in Vietnam as Wink Hotels join the Unscripted by Hyatt brand, adding seven properties across key cities
It’s all change at PPHE, where the hotel group is completing a round of refinancings, as it scopes out its future corporate options
Club Med, famous for its all-inclusive resorts, has signed its second mountainside ski hotel in Canada
Secrets Playa Mujeres hotel opening marks Hyatt’s latest hospitality development, featuring updated suites, new Preferred Club, spa enhancements, and dining upgrades
A new chapter begins for the Courtyard by Marriott Council Bluffs as Kinseth Hospitality completes an ownership takeover
Shangri-La is expanding in Turkey with a new luxury resort planned for Bodrum, scheduled to open in 2029
In recent months, a&o Hostels has acquired two major hotels, in London and Berlin, as it seeks new growth opportunities
A $4 million transformation will rebrand Mercure Clear Mountain Lodge into a luxury hotel retreat, offering elevated suites, new event venues, and stunning panoramic views
Grupo Questro and Grupo MRP join forces with 1 Hotels to create a sustainable luxury resort in Los Cabos, opening in 2028
Hilton is the latest hotel brand group to expand its accommodation offering onto the sea, with a cruise line offering
The Cape Town EDITION, Marriott’s first in Africa, opens in 2026 at the V&A Waterfront with 142 rooms
Minor Hotels announces the launch of NH Hua Hin, a 152-room hotel opening in January 2026 in Thailand’s royal seaside town
Hyatt has appointed a new leader to drive development of its Essentials brand group, around the world
Experimental Group continues to grow its hybrid portfolio of bars, restaurants and hotels across Europe
Backing from private equity group KKR will ensure easyHotel has the financial firepower to grow
A new 120-room hotel by Strawberry is planned for Munksjöstaden in Jönköping
Already an established name in Italian luxury hotels, Starhotels is expanding into nearby Switzerland
Trinity Hills Valley announces a Marriott Tribute Portfolio hotel and branded residences as part of a major resort development in Panama
Grupo Posadas enters 2026 with a string of resort openings planned
In its European commercial property outlook, Cushman & Wakefield expects a stronger performance in 2026 from hotels
Holiday Inn celebrates its 50th anniversary in Greater China while introducing its next-generation brand and refreshed guest experience
How Bang & Olufsen is shaping the future of luxury hospitality
Enjoying good coffee is an essential part of everyday life. With the inclusive “Easy Access” operating concept, Schaerer is setting a new benchmark in wheelchair-friendly, self-service coffee preparation. Whether in hospitals, assisted living facilities, offices or public spaces: Easy Access has been specially designed for wheelchair users, enabling them to intuitively select and customise drinks via clearly labelled buttons on the drip tray. The combination with the clear, logical user interface of the coffee machine ensures that wheelchair users, elderly people and those with limited dexterity can independently and conveniently prepare their favourite drinks. The “Easy Access” concept is now available worldwide for the Schaerer Coffee Soul 10 and 12. Existing machines can be retrofitted in under 30 minutes by a service technician.
IHG to open Kimpton Marrakech in 2026, bringing a luxury lifestyle hotel to Morocco with 67 keys and distinctive design
interihotel will hold its next edition from 17 to 19 November 2026 at IFEMA Madrid, following a successful event at Fira Barcelona – Gran Via, which brought together 291 leading hospitality brands, welcomed 12,675 visitors, and identified more than 2,500 hospitality projects.
Singaporean hotel group City Developments Limited has acquired a major London hotel
Hotel Ullensvang boasts an exceptional location in Norway, with beaches, ski slopes, and scenic hiking trails just moments away. After an active day outdoors, guests can enjoy a sense of well-being in the bathroom, thanks to the AquaClean shower toilets.
Gorfion Hotel in Malbun is undergoing a major renovation, adding family-focused amenities and sustainable features, with a grand reopening planned for 2026
German family owned hotel group Amano is expanding its portfolio with a series of clusters in key city markets, both within Germany and internationally
IHG Hotels & Resorts partners with SEDCO Capital to launch Hotel Indigo Grand Square Jeddah, a 150-key lifestyle hotel within the city’s new Grand Square development
The Stone Grey colour by Forest Group blends into any design. From calm neutrals to bold, deep colour palettes. Discover why hospitality designers are embracing this new look.
Accor announces the first Mövenpick in the UK, set to open in 2027 at the Old Thorns Estate in Hampshire
Berlin’s landmark Hotel de Rome is to step into a new phase of its life, undergoing a refurbishment to become a Four Seasons hotel
Aloft expands in Shanghai with the opening of a new hotel in the West Hongqiao Business District