Luminary Hotel & Co lights up Fort Myers
Marriott’s prestigious Autograph Collection brand has made its debut in Fort Meyers, Florida with the opening of Luminary Hotel & Co, a 243-room property that draws inspiration from the city’s history.
Marriott’s prestigious Autograph Collection brand has made its debut in Fort Meyers, Florida with the opening of Luminary Hotel & Co, a 243-room property that draws inspiration from the city’s history.
Denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance – Gert Noordzy, chief operating officer at The Experience Resorts, discusses the reality of selling hotels in the post-Covid world.
Dr Ulrich Johannwille will take over as Deutsche Hospitality’s new CFO and director of human resources on 1 November 2020 when incumbent Matthias Heck retires from the role.
Nanjing’s room count will grow significantly over the next few years, helped by a slew of new properties from global hotel giant Marriott International.

Former ‘Ewa Beach educator donates high-tech temperature tablets to help public charter school DreamHouse keep students safe this Fall.
A look at the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database shows that 1,053 hotel projects are currently on the table in the DACH region, with Germany taking a decisive lead in terms of new openings.
Four Seasons Hotel Madrid has finally launched, complete with the city’s biggest spa and a new dining concept from three-Michelin-starred chef Dani García.
Global hotel giant Marriott International is continuing to grow its footprint at speed, according to the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database, especially in North America and Asia.
Sleeper Media, the market-leading publisher and event organiser for the international hospitality design industry, has today announced the launch of SLEEPER SESSIONS.

Il Pane Quotidiano produces bread, sweets and gastronomy following recipes that use only natural products.
Deutsche Hospitality has announced that Marcus Bernhardt, whose career includes stints at Steigenberger Hotels and Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, will become its next CEO from 1 November 2020.
The 155-room Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Nashville Near Vanderbilt has opened its doors to members of the public.
Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas will soon expand its presence in North Africa with the launch of a stunning property in Morocco, complete with an 18-hole Graham Marsh-designed golf course.

The striking design of the Kimpton Vividora Hotel is characterised by a combination of terracotta tones and vibrant blues, natural wood, marble and tiles, as well as furniture and carpentry work manufactured by Martinez Otero’s team.
Moxy Osaka Shin Umeda, which boasts 288 rooms and a host of F&B outlets, is the third property to open in Japan under Marriott International’s bold experiential brand.
PM Hotel Group has been chosen to manage The Westin Baltimore Washington Airport hotel, a recently renovated property in the vibrant US state of Maryland.
South-East Asia continues to be a growth hub for the hotel industry with Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam taking the lead in the development stakes.
Ethimo outdoor furniture has been chosen to decorate Le Barthélemy Hotel & Spa, a ‘private paradise’ that has been named the best hotel in St Barth’s.
PY Hotels & Resorts has completed the refurbishment of Hotel Fariones, a luxurious 213-room property in Puerto del Carmen, Lanzarote.
British hospitality giant IHG’s refreshing Hotel Indigo brand is set to land in the Japanese mountain resort town of Karuizawa in 2022.
The 96-room Waldorf Astoria Bali will soon welcome guests to its magnificent cliff-side setting in one of South-East Asia’s most popular destinations.
As Tauzia celebrates its 19th anniversary, the Jakarta-headquartered hotel operator has detailed proposals for a raft of exciting new openings across Asia.
The Nordic region’s largest hotel operator, Scandic, has unveiled a new coworking concept spanning approximately 270 locations across Sweden, Finland, Norway and Denmark – as well as Germany and Poland.
The Hyatt Regency Lanzhou has opened with 300 guestrooms and two floors dedicated exclusively to recreation and wellness, becoming the first Hyatt Hotels Corporation property in the capital of Gansu Province.
After nearly 20 years of successful collaboration, Radisson Hotel Group and Atlantica Hotels have decided to extend their relationship by signing a new master franchise agreement.
The 199-room Courtyard By Marriott Penang has opened its doors, focusing on attracting travellers looking for on-the-road fulfilment.
Over 5,000 new hotel rooms will further expand Beijing’s hospitality offering and bring more high-profile international brands to the Chinese capital, the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database reveals.
The latest Doubletree by Hilton hotel, which boasts 59 guest rooms and several appealing F&B outlets, has started welcoming guests in A Coruña.
The One&Only brand debuts in Asia with a Kerry Hill Architects-designed property on Malaysia’s pristine coastline.
Work is progressing on the development of Rosewood Half Moon Bay Antigua, with the luxurious resort gearing up to welcome guests to its stunning oceanfront setting on one of the Caribbean’s most beautiful beaches.
The first few minutes after getting up often determine whether or not you’re going to have a good day. A key factor when it comes to starting the day the right way is the temperature in the bathroom.
The TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database reveals that 321 hotels are slated to open around the world in October 2020, with the hospitality industry remaining hopeful that travel demand will bounce back relatively quickly.
IHG’s Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts brand will keep expanding its global footprint, according to the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database, with a strong focus on the APAC region in particular.
The grand arrival of China’s Fairmont Sanya Haitang Bay exceeds expectations thanks to its outstanding facilities, including the world’s first seawater canal to run within a hotel.
The Singapore-born Quincy brand is set to make its debut in Australia with the upcoming opening of Quincy Hotel Melbourne.
As September 2020 draws to a close, it’s time to look back at some of the top hotel openings of the past 30 days.
Madrid-based design partnership BrimeRobbins has released images of some beautiful test rooms at Andaz Prague, a landmark hotel project due to open in early 2022.
Our analysis of the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database reveals that 35 new projects are in the pipeline across Morocco, one of Africa’s most popular travel destinations.

Supply chains are complex, and there are always challenges. Before the Covid19 pandemic, many vendors focused on sourcing raw materials and subassembly parts. Optimisation was king!
With sustainability at its core, Fairmont Port Douglas promises to bring a new level of luxury to Australia’s Far North Queensland, while showcasing architecture that reflects the rich biosphere of the Daintree Rainforest.
The Hotel Group, along with Kauri Investments and Washington Holdings, has launched Hilton Garden Inn Redmond Town Center in the US state of Washington.
Set right on the waterfront and offering suites overlooking Dubai Creek Tower, The Address Harbour Point more than deserves our latest Project of the Week title.
Marriott is ramping up its Chinese presence with the launch of a 513-room dual-branded JW Marriott and Courtyard by Marriott hotel in Yinchuan.
The 183-room Hyatt Regency Sofia is now open, marking Hyatt Hotels Corporation’s much-anticipated entrance into Bulgaria.
Jumeirah Group has debuted its new landmark serviced residence, Jumeirah Living Marina Gate, at Dubai Marina.
Thai hospitality group Dusit International has rolled out its new hotel brand this month, with the opening of ASAI Bangkok Chinatown.
Chicago-headquartered hospitality giant Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced that Hāna-Maui Resort in the Aloha State has joined its Destination Hotels brand.
According to the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database, Qatar’s hotel market is steadily growing its offering, with a special focus on luxurious five-star properties.

There is more to bespoke furniture besides the intricacies of its manufacture. Find out from Wood Couture what to look out for once production is over and how to take your hotel project’s FF&E supply from there.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced plans to open the fourth Thompson Hotel in Mexico, Thompson Monterrey.