
Lopota Lake Resort & Spa in Georgia reveals eco-friendly expansion
Georgia’s family-owned Lopota Lake Resort & Spa has revealed a significant expansion, which has seen the creation of a new building housing 80 eco-friendly premium rooms.

Georgia’s family-owned Lopota Lake Resort & Spa has revealed a significant expansion, which has seen the creation of a new building housing 80 eco-friendly premium rooms.

Independent developer Kerzner International has announced the signing of two new SIRO hotels, following hot on the heels of the successful launch of the inaugural hotel under the brand.

From its roots in Ireland in 2007 as a hotel operator, Dalata has grown to an international hotel business, taking its Clayton and Maldron brands first to the UK and now into mainland Europe

Geberit is delighted to showcase twenty of our exceptional AquaClean shower toilets at the prestigious Conservatorium Amsterdam.

Investment company KKR has teamed up with Marriott, launching its Four Points Express by Sheraton brand with the conversion of 14 Japanese hotels, and converting a London hotel to another Marriott brand

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts promises a new level of luxury on Florida’s Gulf Coast with the summer opening of this highly anticipated property, for which bookings are now open.

The outlook was bright at this year’s International Hospitality Investment Forum (IHIF), which saw over 2,500 attendees congregate at Berlin’s storied InterContinental and Pullman hotels, in one of the largest gatherings of industry professionals in the EMEA region.

YOTEL is making its debut in Japan, with the inaugural YOTEL-branded hotel to open in Tokyo’s bustling Ginza district in early 2025.

With plans to develop its boutique hotels portfolio and add more branded residences around the globe, Jumeirah has revealed a brand refresh.

Technology, including AI, AR, VR, and Chatbots, is revolutionizing the FF&E industry. AI predicts consumer preferences and optimizes operations. AR and VR let customers visualize products in their spaces, while Chatbots provide personalized assistance. Future trends suggest continued innovation. At Wood Couture, AI integration promises to enhance craftsmanship and customer satisfaction.

Hyatt has announced plans for significant growth across Latin America and the Caribbean, with more than 30 new hotels expected to open through 2027.

Spanish hotel group Barcelo has lined up a string of openings through 2024 and 2025, as it accelerates its growth following a strong performance in 2023. As well as new hotel launches, the group plans upgrades and refurbishments at several of its existing properties, altogether representing an investment of more than USD400m.

Set in the Himalayas, the newly built hotel marks the debut of Crowne Plaza brand in the state of Uttarakhand.

A strong recovery in visitor numbers in South Korea is boosting hotel development activity, as international brands look for opportunities to expand their business in the country

With Opera Cloud, you gain access to up-to-the-minute data and valuable insights on your guests, including their preferences, behavior patterns, feedback, and loyalty status.

A relative newcomer to the Indian hotel market, Minor Hotels from Thailand is making up for lost time with plans to substantially expand its presence there via its Anantara, Avani and NH Collection brands

IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of Arabella Beach Hotel, Vignette Collection as the first hotel in Kuwait for this luxury and lifestyle brand.

Luxury serviced apartment group Cheval Collection is expanding its presence in the Middle East, signing to brand a new build project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

We tell you about our project for Hotel De Schelde, Cadzand, in Zaland Flanders in the Netherlands. Our mirrors for a modern art idea.

One of Accor’s newest brands, Handwritten Collection is making its U.S. debut with the summer 2024 opening of Hotel Stratford San Francisco.

Two new Spanish destinations have been signed by hostel operator Safestay, as it finds opportunities to grow by acquisition and by signing management agreements.

With a strong portfolio of brands, H World International is looking to grow its global presence, expanding Chinese brand Ji into the Middle East while also building its European brands such as Steigenberger

Turn siloed energy data into a strategy – and a competitive advantage for your hotel. Honeywell Forge provides the insight and control to manage sustainability efforts throughout your property, and your portfolio.

The robust integration will improve operational efficiencies, enhance guest experiences, and drive F&B revenue growth for hospitality operators.

April 2024 saw a double celebration for Austria’s JP Immobilien, as it celebrated the opening of development project Hoxton Vienna, and closed on its first investment club, which acquired six hotels for repositioning

Hotel Indigo is expanding its presence in Thailand with plans to develop a new property under the brand in The Forestias development of Bangkok.

A strong performance during 2023 at Australian hotels has encouraged developers to take a closer look at the sector, and the big brands are signing up to new hotel projects, as they move from planning to construction

The latest innovation to Amadeus’ leading reservations system and booking engine will address hoteliers’ top goals and challenges with a “build-your-own” suite of solutions model

Cutting Edge – the new collection from cutlery specialist HEPP stands out thanks to its distinctive and disruptive design.

While a newcomer to the extended stay space, stayAPT Suites is building a strong pipeline and now has a new development partner to expand its portfolio across the USA

Choice Hotels is to double its presence in the French market, after agreeing a strategic partnership with hotel operator Zenitude.

Marking the luxury lifestyle brand’s entry into Japan, the end-of-April-opened Six Senses Kyoto is an exciting addition to Six Senses’ expanding urban collection.

Discover Revol’s legacy of high-end tableware for hospitality and restaurants since 1768. Explore our digital catalog featuring tableware, buffet pieces, cutlery, and Mealplak trays. Browse our latest collections and create your product list effortlessly. Explore the 2024 catalogue now.

This June, Edgecamp Pamlico Station will make its debut as the first hotel of its kind in the Outer Banks of North Carolina.

A new multi-hotel signing in Germany has catapulted forward the growth of IHG latest conversion brand, Garner, giving it an immediate strong presence in the German market.

German tour group TUI is expanding its portfolio of directly managed hotels and resorts across Africa, in order to meet a growing demand for medium haul leisure destinations.

Kaldewei once again captivates visitors from around the world with a spectacular presentation at Fuorisalone 2024 in Milan. Alongside the Frankfurt-based interior label e15 and celebrated British designer Bethan Laura Wood, the bathroom manufacturer invites guests to Casa Flash Art in Palazzo Durini, situated in the vibrant design metropolis. The premium location, hosted by the Italian art magazine Flash Art, provides an ideal setting for groundbreaking bathroom installations. Here, Kaldewei and e15 showcase a new collection of furniture and accessories for progressive bathrooms. Responsible for the design language is Stefan Diez, who works for both premium brands.
Equally impressive is the design series by Bethan Laura Wood, transforming glazed bathroom objects into true works of art.

World-famous interior designer Jaques Garcia designed the impressive interior with opulence and an eye for luxurious details.

The opening of bookings for Stockholm’s newest boutique hotel, Villa Dahlia, also marks the introduction of the Diplomat Collection by the Malmström and Cappelen families.

IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a long term agreement that is set to double its hotel presence in Germany. A partnership with German operator Novum Hospitality will see Novum’s current portfolio and pipeline properties, totalling up to 119 hotels, convert to IHG brands over the next few years.

A collaboration with Japanese hotel owner and operator HMI Group will see Marriott rebrand seven of the company’s hotels across Japan to the Marriott and Courtyard brands, improving their international visibility.

Groupe SEB achieves EcoVadis Platinum Rating – including the professional brands WMF, Schaerer and Curtis.

After a year of consolidation in 2023, European group Room Mate is now poised to grow fast, as it seeks out smaller hotels in gateway cities of Europe to add to its portfolio.

The Belfry Hotel & Resort in Royal Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, has begun a renovation and expansion project that comes in excess of £80 million.

With some of the fastest growing brands across EMEA and South East Asia, Radisson is building an ever stronger pipeline of hotels, supported by partners such as PPHE

A successful renaissance for the iconic Marlene Bar in Berlin. As part of the comprehensive modernisation of the traditional Intercontinental Hotel, Brumann was also commissioned to renovate the historic “Marlene Bar”, including the restaurant, as the general contractor for the interior fit-out and furnishings. Based on a design by London-based Goddard Littlefair, the bar has once again become a well-known meeting place in Berlin’s nightlife scene.

Travellers are subtly changing they way they search online for new adventures, and Hilton has shared new data from its own booking websites to understand where the new demand lies

The €150m development of Six Senses Porto Heli is now being financed by a club of equity investors led by the London-based real asset merchant bank, CBE Capital.

Marriott is seeing a growing number of its new hotel signings in Europe coming from conversions, either existing hotels rebranding to Marriott flags, or as unloved offices and shops convert to hotel use.

With Aurena, designer and architect Antonio Citterio has created a bathroom series that stands for timeless elegance with its clear silhouette and fine materials, precise details and functional design innovations.