Recap: Hottest hotel openings in July 2021
An eye-catching trio of milestone properties from global giants IHG, Hilton Worldwide and Pestana Group stand out as this month’s top hotel openings.
An eye-catching trio of milestone properties from global giants IHG, Hilton Worldwide and Pestana Group stand out as this month’s top hotel openings.

They have screens and plugs, and at first glance, look almost identical. So what really are the differences between TVs and Displays?
Located in one of the largest business parks in Binh Duong province, near Ho Chi Minh City, Marriott International’s new property is likely to appeal to corporate travellers in particular.
Under the terms of the eye-catching deal, all eight Seaview Investors hotels have been added to Azul Hospitality Group’s extensive portfolio of managed assets.
The renovation of a historic property by architecture studio noa*, revolving around the theme of ‘baroque chic shock’, is the focus for this TOPHOTELDESIGN exclusive.

From iconic products and one-of-a-kind pieces to high-quality business gifts, Revol puts its expertise at the service of brands with custom-made products perfectly suited to their needs.
An eye-catching deal to hand over management of the 64-key scheme will come into effect in January 2022, with work then starting on refurbishing the property.
Radisson Hotel Group has signed a deal paving the way for it to create the first internationally branded upper-upscale property in the fast-growing Chinese city of Changyuan.
We’ve combed through the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database to learn more about Marriott International’s plans, which involve expanding rapidly in the US and China.

Especially now that the days are the longest and when guests arrive after a long journey they want to rest first. Forest Group lists three solutions that allow you to really create a dark space.
The newly renovated Hyatt Regency Tokyo Bay urban resort features 350 keys, including ten suites and 40 club rooms, as well as four attractive restaurants and bars.
Hilton Worldwide’s luxury brand LXR has made its long-awaited entry to the tropical archipelago with the opening of Mango House on southern Mahé’s beachfront.
In our latest TOPHOTELDESIGN exclusive, we discover five spectacular retreats that eschew a cookie-cutter approach and instead present a distinctly handcrafted look and feel.

Wall&decò – a sartorial approach with technically versatile and reliable products in any environment.
Marriott International has been buoyed by the launch of Moxy Utrecht, which features 172 rooms and a 100-seat terrace overlooking one of the Dutch city’s pretty canals.
Showcasing the elegant design of Dallas-headquartered firm HKS and local architect Abdessamad Achrai, Fairmont’s new resort spans 18 hectares of prime beachfront.
A look into the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database reveals that Qatar’s hotel market is set to grow rapidly in the coming years, especially in the luxury segment.

Creating interior spaces that promote wellbeing will help to re-engage and build trust with returning guests, says Tarkett.
Scheduled to open to the public in 2023, the French hotel group’s luxurious new resort will encompass 80 villas and overlook the crystal-clear waters of the Emboodhoo Lagoon.
Park Hyatt Toronto is gearing up for a triumphant return following the completion of a major renovation programme, which includes the introduction of new interiors by Studio Munge.
Crowned our latest Project of the Week, Conrad Chia Laguna Sardinia aims to pay homage to the pretty Italian island, while reflecting the brand’s refined yet contemporary aesthetic.
The cricket-themed Radisson Blu Resort Dharamshala has made its debut on the edge of the mighty Dhauladhar range in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh.
Dutch design and Voco’s signature style combine to great effect in this newly launched hotel in The Hague, located within an eye-catching former bank building in the Royal Quarter.
We examine a scheme conceptualised by Arab Engineering Bureau to create two landmark towers in Lusail City, showcasing a design aesthetic inspired by local coral formations.
Oliver Hemming’s award-winning collection of luxury alarm clocks and Bluetooth speakers is setting a new standard of design excellence and style with many of the world’s most iconic and luxurious hotel brands.
First approved hotel after six years of construction stop in Barcelona: Leonardo Royal Barcelona Fira stands out with sustainable orientation.
Hotels that boost investment in marketing will prosper when the recovery gathers pace, says Ines Barreiros, ecommerce and digital marketing manager at Guestcentric’s Lab division.
A look at the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database shows that dozens of four- and five-star hotel schemes will complete across the City of Angels in the years ahead.

Royal Hospitality, with CEO Dipu Korah and his team, will represent Andy Mannhart in Qatar
The Bradley, created by the fashion brand’s co-founder Barbara Bradley Baekgaard and Provenance, has launched in Fort Wayne with stylish interiors by Dutch East Design.
Boasting 515 guestrooms and beach-inspired interiors, Hampton by Hilton Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah is a striking addition to the country’s hospitality scene.
Our latest TOPHOTELDESIGN exclusive focuses on the 2020-opened nhow Amsterdam RAI, which features three huge triangular structures celebrating the city’s multicultural spirit.

A hotel’s bed system is a veritable brand awareness investment for the facility, generating an added value that is appreciated and recognised by guests and potential customers.
David Bailey, senior adviser at CBRE and brand ambassador at HotStats, has joined Resident Hotels as strategic advisor of growth and expansion to support its ambitious development plans.
The new Hyatt Regency Koh Samui showcases outstanding design by Smith Obayawat of OBA, Pongthep Sagulku of August and Wannaporn Phornprapha of P Landscape.
According to the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database, extended-stay brand Home2 Suites by Hilton is planning to launch 70 schemes across North America and APAC.

Sofacompany delivers furniture to international apartment concept
Reservations have opened for a new sustainability-focused property, created by a team that includes David Rockwell of Rockwell Group, SH Hotels & Resorts and Mohari Hospitality.
Hotel giant IHG and Seraphim Development have signed a deal paving the way for the development of South Korea’s first Voco-branded property, which will launch in 2023.
We run the rule over five international hotels with a real feel for how interesting textures can elevate the look and feel of a space in our latest TOPHOTELDESIGN feature.

Inspired by immersive encounters in his many travels, Luca sought to give back to the communities that have introduced him to “genius loci” or the spirit of the place and so created Luxury Frontiers.
Following a major refurbishment programme, the landmark property will be converted into the 1,080-room Hilton Singapore Orchard, which will launch in January 2022.
Calgary’s newest boutique property, The Westley Hotel, has opened in the downtown Eau Claire neighbourhood following the transformation of an existing five-storey property by Frank.
Our researchers have been through the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database and found a wealth of schemes across the Middle East, particularly in the UAE and Saudi Arabia.

From cottagecore to rustic vogue, cottage bathroom interiors are the design style of 2021.
Kalindi Juneja will join Pride of Britain Hotels, the 50-strong collection of independently owned hotels around Great Britain, from Relais & Châteaux in October 2021.
A stellar design team that includes Foster + Partners, Cheng Chung Design and SWA Group will help Accor and Xiamen Airlines create a 31-floor landmark hotel in south-east China.
A huge Gensler-designed hotel scheme that’ll overlook the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Georgia’s state capital has won our latest Project of the Week title.
Dusit International has expanded its international footprint with the opening of dusitD2 Naseem Resort, Jabal Akhdar, which is owned by the Oman Tourism Development Company.
Riviera Point Development Group has launched the US$42 million Radisson Red Miami Airport hotel, which features locally inspired artwork curated by muralist Daniel Fila.