Handwritten Collection expands in Europe
Chris Bown
31 Oct 2025
Accor’s Handwritten Collection looks to be building momentum in Europe, with a string of new hotels joining the brand
Accor’s Handwritten Collection looks to be building momentum in Europe, with a string of new hotels joining the brand
Tivoli Palazzo Risorgimento Lecce opens April 2026, expanding Minor Hotels’ portfolio to 60 Italian properties
From its base in Asia Pacific, The Ascott is looking to grow the presence of its brands in Europe
Grand Metropolitan Hotels acquires Signature Hotels, a boutique London hotel group, marking a major expansion into the UK and India’s hospitality sectors
With over 210 new properties in 2025, Radisson Hotel Group accelerates expansion across EMEA and APAC
Clärchens Ballhaus, a Berlin original with 111 years of history, was to be given a new, contemporary look without losing its historical charm. The aim was to combine the magic of the mirrored hall with the rough atmosphere of the lower rooms – a place that unites history and modernity and feels like a journey through time. Set designer Uli Hanisch took on this challenge. The Sento series from Occhio fits perfectly into the concept.
Sotherly Hotels to be acquired by a joint venture led by Kemmons Wilson Hospitality Partners and Ascendant Capital Partners for $2.25 per share
IHG expands its Australian portfolio with Crowne Plaza Parramatta, a flagship addition to Western Sydney’s skyline
The future of hotel comfort is compact, reliable, and guest-approved. From the HD-618 Hair Dryer to the K-608 Electric Kettle and I-900 Garment Steamer, Cetis Appliances deliver the performance and durability today’s travelers expect — helping hotels create smarter, more comfortable guest rooms.
Ennismore introduces Mama Shelter Val Thorens, a 148-room resort with panoramic views, vibrant social spaces, and innovative sustainable practices in the Alps
A multi-site lease deal with Gorgeous Smiling Hotels will see Whitbread add eight Premier Inn hotels in Germany
Fiji’s upcoming Vatu Talei Hotel will add 127 rooms and bold new amenities, reflecting a commitment to local culture and sustainability
At 5 Savile Row, London, renowned chef Jason Atherton has opened the fine dining restaurant ‘Row on 5’, which he planned in close collaboration with Rosendale Design. When it comes to his 15-course menus, he opts for inviting comfort and a touch of theatre. With a tailored lighting concept from Occhio, the perfect stage is set and the experience of luxury gastronomy is redefined.
Taj Hotels expands into Sawai Madhopur with a 75-key eco-resort that redefines green luxury
IHG Hotels & Resorts and tristar Austria are bringing the Kimpton brand to Salzburg, marking a major milestone in IHG’s luxury expansion across the DACH region
A modest rebranding sees Swire Hotels launch Upper House, as it plans much greater international growth
Scandinavian group Strawberry is growing its branded properties, but also building its luxury Nordic Hotels brand, with an opening planned in Trondheim
A pair signings mean Ennismore, backed by investor Cain, is now planning a growing pipeline of openings for its Delano luxury brand
Opening in 2027, Anantara Preá Ceará Resort promises luxury stays and natural beauty on Brazil’s stunning northeast coast
When every shadow tells a story. The Linea collection by Mirage interprets porcelain stoneware through three-dimensional textures inspired by the traditional craftsmanship of natural stone.
Hilton reported robust third quarter 2025 results, with $421 million net income and a record global development pipeline of over 515,000 rooms, despite modest RevPAR declines
A growing confidence in the European hotel market has seen transaction levels rise through the first half of 2025
Pendry Residences Nashville offers 30 stories of luxury homes with hotel-level amenities in the Paseo South Gulch district
Who says kitchens have to stay put? livecookintable® is rolling, sizzling, and stealing the spotlight this year at HOST Milano 2025. We’re transforming dining into theater, chefs into performers, and every plate into a standing ovation. It’s connection, creativity, and hospitality brought back to life, one perfectly plated performance at a time.
As it celebrates its 75th year of providing all-inclusive holidays for active travellers, Club Med is pressing ahead with expansion
Scandic expands in Hamburg with new 328-room hotel opening in 2028, supporting its goal of 15,000 new rooms by 2030
McMenamins expands in Portland with a hotel conversion project at the former Taft Home, featuring design work by Ankrom Moisan
The Panorama Landscape Hotel with its ten luxurious suites is located on Tahko Hill in Finland. In addition to offering top-class cuisine and an outdoor spa, the hotel also provides maximum bathroom comfort – not least thanks to its Geberit shower toilets.
JP Hospitality is reviving a former airline brand, Pan Am, to launch a new breed of airport hotels
ATLANTIC Hotel Group’s four-star hotel in Frankfurt’s Europa-Allee Tower, alongside Messe Frankfurt and Sparda-Bank, is set for a 2026 opening
The cloud as a metaphor for a place of indulgence. At BMW Welt in Munich, Käfer has created a place that combines culinary delights with lightness and sophistication. The fine-dining restaurant THE CLOUD by Käfer transports its guests to floating spheres of pleasure under the culinary direction of top chef Jens Madsen – staged with a finely composed lighting concept by Occhio that creates atmosphere and turns the space into an extraordinary experience.
Hilton signs agreement for a 2027 resort opening on Croatia’s Lopud Island, expanding its footprint with a luxury beachfront property near Dubrovnik
Wyndham has launched Dazzler Select as a new brand targeting hotels in the economy lifestyle segment of the market
Kimpton announces its second Arizona location with a luxury resort in Paradise Valley, expanding its presence in a high-growth hospitality market
With The Bindery, Code Concepts introduces a new era of boutique hospitality in Edinburgh’s New Town
Hilton has launched a further collection brand, aiming to draw together a mix of smaller independent hotels, off the beaten track
IHG launches Türkiye’s first Garner hotel near Istanbul Airport, strengthening the brand’s midscale presence and growth in Europe
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