We check in with NH Hotel Wollongong, a forthcoming corporate hotel in New South Wales that’s promising to deliver a Sydney-quality experience combined with strong local elements.
Hotel Projects
![Country overview: 360 properties in Germany’s hotel pipeline [Infographic]](https://tophotel.news/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Skyline_Berlin.jpg)
Country overview: 360 properties in Germany’s hotel pipeline [Infographic]
The TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database shows that Europe’s largest economy has a hugely impressive development slate, with Hamburg leading the way.
![Brand overview: Hyatt Place to grow global footprint by 89 properties [Infographic]](https://tophotel.news/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Hyatt-Place-Los-Angeles-LAX-El-Segundo-Image-by-Hyatt.png)
Brand overview: Hyatt Place to grow global footprint by 89 properties [Infographic]
The TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database reveals that Hyatt Place is planning to embark upon a significant expansion programme, especially in APAC and North America.
![City overview: More than 7,000 additional hotel rooms planned for Dublin [Infographic]](https://tophotel.news/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Dublin-Ireland.jpg)
City overview: More than 7,000 additional hotel rooms planned for Dublin [Infographic]
The TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database shows that the Irish capital’s hospitality scene will grow considerably in the years ahead, especially in the four-star market.
Hilton reveals plans for 2022 Mallorca opening
A 208-room Hilton resort with a 1,500 sq m spa and wellness centre will open on the popular Spanish island in summer 2022 following the renovation of an existing hotel.
Deutsche Hospitality grows footprint in the Middle East
Featuring five restaurants and bars plus a huge top-floor gym, Steigenberger Hotel Doha is an exciting addition to Qatar, one of the region’s most vibrant hospitality markets.
Pendry hotel-and-residences scheme to make a splash in Tampa
A major development featuring a 220-room, five-star hotel and 207 luxury residences is being lined up for a prominent waterfront site in one of Florida’s biggest cities.
Marriott to launch new W Hotels urban escape in Dubai
W Hotels, Marriott International’s bold and daring luxury brand, will further grow its presence in the UAE with the opening of a striking 31-storey property in 2022.
Project in focus: Ruby Florence
The first Italian property for Munich-headquartered Ruby Hotels, Ruby Florence will occupy a beautiful 19th-century building featuring Florentine arcades on the ground floor.
Crowne Plaza makes its debut in Hungary
IHG has opened a 230-key property celebrating the importance of human connection, featuring a host of vibrant spaces open to guests and locals alike, in the country’s capital.
![Country overview: Japanese hotel market to grow by 18,000 rooms [Infographic]](https://tophotel.news/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/pexels-satoshi-hirayama-2070033.jpg)
Country overview: Japanese hotel market to grow by 18,000 rooms [Infographic]
According to the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database, Japan will experience steady growth in the coming years, fuelled by expansion in Osaka, Kyoto and Tokyo.
Fairmont to mark new year with Windsor opening
The highly anticipated Fairmont Windsor Park, a luxury scheme boasting one of the UK’s finest spa retreats, is set to welcome its very first guests in January 2022.
Meliá reveals plans for nature-inspired Lombok retreat
Meliá Hotels International will work with developer Invest Islands to open a new Indonesian luxury resort, complete with spectacular private infinity pools, in 2024.
Hilton reveals plans for newbuild beach resort in Odessa
On opening in spring 2025, Hilton Worldwide’s latest Ukrainian outpost will feature two swimming pools and provide direct access to Odessa’s beautiful sandy beaches.
Extended-stay hotel brand Hyatt House comes to Africa
Hyatt Hotels Corporation is celebrating the debut of another brand on the continent, with the launch of a 62-room property in an upmarket Johannesburg neighbourhood.
![Country overview: 37 hotel projects mooted for Morocco [Infographic]](https://tophotel.news/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Taghazout-Morocco.jpg)
Country overview: 37 hotel projects mooted for Morocco [Infographic]
According to the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database, dozens of schemes are in the works across the country, with Marrakech, Rabat and Casablanca leading the way.
Amano Group outlines vision for trailblazing boutique lifestyle hotel
Ariel Schiff, co-founder of Amano Group, has vowed to bring “a taste of Berlin to London” when the hospitality company’s first hotel outside Germany opens in spring 2022.
Project in focus: X2 Vibe Halong Bay, Vietnam
Drawing inspiration from the towering limestone pillars dotted around the Unesco World Heritage-listed bay, this impressive newbuild scheme will rise 39 storeys high.
Project in focus: 1 Hotel Paris
We delve into eye-popping plans to develop a sustainable luxury hotel in a landmark building designed to act as a green lung for the Paris Rive Gauche neighbourhood.
Project in focus: Aman Nai Lert Bangkok
Currently under construction, Aman’s sophisticated hotel-and-residences development will place guests within the Thai capital’s verdant Nai Lert Park.
Cambria Hotels toasts new opening in Napa Valley
Choice Hotels Internationals is celebrating the launch of an upscale property in one of the world’s most famous wine regions, Cambria Hotel Napa Valley Silverado Trail.
![City overview: 30 new hotels planned for Atlanta [Infographic]](https://tophotel.news/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Atlanta-Skyline.jpg)
City overview: 30 new hotels planned for Atlanta [Infographic]
The TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database reveals that bold schemes from the likes of Thompson Hotels and Motto by Hilton are in the works across Georgia’s state capital.
Nine hotel brands revealed for Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Project
The Red Sea Development Company has announced which luxury hospitality brands have signed up to operate properties within this vast regeneration scheme.
Shanghai to welcome flagship Sofitel hotel to the North Bund
Accor and Radiance Group are collaborating to create Sofitel Shanghai North Bund Hotel, bringing a touch of French elegance to the historic riverside of China’s economic powerhouse.
Project in focus: New World La Plume Niseko Resort, Japan
Showcasing architecture by Daiken Design Co and interiors from SDS International Co, this New World-branded scheme is being lined up for one of East Asia’s top ski destinations.
Project in focus: Agobili Hotel and Spa, Georgia
The wellness-focused Agobili Hotel and Spa scheme aims to bring contemporary Scandinavian design to the lush forests of Georgia’s Otschke River Valley.
![November 2021 overview: More than 30,000 new hotel rooms due to launch [Infographic]](https://tophotel.news/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Steigenberger-Hotel-Doha-Image-by-Steigenberger.jpg)
November 2021 overview: More than 30,000 new hotel rooms due to launch [Infographic]
November is upon us already, so let’s dive into the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database to see which markets are most active at this late stage of the year.
Pakistani beauty spot earmarked for new DoubleTree by Hilton hotel
Hilton Worldwide has struck a deal to open a newbuild hotel in the picturesque mountain resort town of Nathiagali, approximately 85 km away from the capital Islamabad.
Home2 Suites by Hilton takes a shine to Arizona
Owned by Avana Capital and managed by Lodging Dynamics Hospitality Group, the new Home2 Suites by Hilton Phoenix Avondale is powered almost completely by solar energy.
![Country overview: Indonesia’s hotel offering to grow by 120 properties [Infographic]](https://tophotel.news/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Jakarta-Skyline.jpg)
Country overview: Indonesia’s hotel offering to grow by 120 properties [Infographic]
A peek inside the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database reveals that many of Indonesia’s new hotel projects are concentrated around Jakarta and Bali.
Moxy to make a mark in Manchester this November
KE Hotels will open the 146-key Moxy Manchester City within a former hat factory in the Spinningfields commercial district of the fast-growing UK city next month.
Project in focus: Veriu Queen Victoria Market, Melbourne
A stylish newbuild hotel development, Veriu Queen Victoria Market is slated to open as part of a major mixed-use scheme in the Australian city in late 2022.
Project in focus: Roomzzz Edinburgh
We explore how plans to create a newbuild Roomzzz aparthotel as part of the £1 billion St James Quarter scheme in the heart of the Scottish capital are progressing.
That’s all folks – first Warner Bros hotel to open in November 2021
Boasting room service by Bugs Bunny himself, the world’s inaugural Warner Bros-branded hotel will allow guests to immerse themselves in TV and film history from next month.
![Country overview: 33,000 new hotel rooms earmarked for Mexico [Infographic]](https://tophotel.news/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/jezael-melgoza-LEwgM7rthzM-unsplash.jpg)
Country overview: 33,000 new hotel rooms earmarked for Mexico [Infographic]
The TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database reveals the true scale of Mexico’s pipeline, which includes high-profile projects by the likes of St Regis and Rosewood.
Project in focus: Amari Penang, Malaysia
Onyx Hospitality Group is partnering with Malaysian property developer SP Setia Berhad to launch the 453-key Amari Penang hotel in the third quarter of 2022.
![Brand overview: Crowne Plaza to grow global footprint by 15,000 rooms [Infographic]](https://tophotel.news/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Crowne-Plaza-Shenzen-Exterior.jpg)
Brand overview: Crowne Plaza to grow global footprint by 15,000 rooms [Infographic]
Our researchers have examined the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database and found that APAC accounts for the vast majority of the upscale brand’s expansion plans.
Japan’s Henn na Hotel Group roars into New York City
The technology-driven hotel company has opened a quirky property in the Big Apple, complete with an extraordinary five-foot animatronic T-Rex model greeting guests in the lobby.
Project in focus: Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Virgin Hotels is set to open its first Edinburgh hotel just a short walk away from many of the city’s iconic sights, including the Royal Mile and the Scottish National Gallery.
Project in focus: Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
We find out the latest on ambitious plans to develop a newbuild hotel with 191 keys and impressive F&B facilities opposite the New Zealand International Convention Centre.
Project in focus: The Global Ambassador, Phoenix
Serial restaurateur Sam Fox is set to mark his long-awaited debut in the hotel world with the creation of a 141-room luxury scheme in Arizona’s state capital.
![Country overview: Austria to gain 66 additional hotels [Infographic]](https://tophotel.news/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Vienna-Austia.jpg)
Country overview: Austria to gain 66 additional hotels [Infographic]
The TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database highlights that Austria’s well-established hotel market will grow further over the coming years, especially in the capital Vienna.
Project in focus: Vibe Hotel Adelaide
Newbuild property Vibe Hotel Adelaide aims to shake up the Australian city’s upscale lifestyle offering with its luxurious amenities and inspiring design.
![Country overview: 40 new upscale hotels coming to Turkey [Infographic]](https://tophotel.news/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Istanbul-Turkey.jpg)
Country overview: 40 new upscale hotels coming to Turkey [Infographic]
A look inside the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database shows that Turkey’s hotel market is growing steadily, helped by a dominant showing from its largest city, Istanbul.
Gary Neville’s £200m Manchester scheme to scrap boutique hotel
The Manchester United legend’s ambitious St Michael’s project will no longer include a 29-key boutique hotel under revised plans, but will still feature a 191-room five-star hotel.
Region overview: 30,000 new hotel rooms planned across North Africa
According to the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database, North Africa’s hotel market is set to keep expanding, fuelled by strong growth in Egypt and Morocco.
Project in focus: Corinthia Doha
We take a closer look at eye-catching plans to build a Corinthia hotel within the Gewan Island development off the coast of the Qatari capital.
Project in focus: Amari Niseko, Japan
Amari Niseko will lie at the heart of the highly anticipated Aruku-zaka Street development, combining lifestyle, retail, F&B and residential elements in south-west Hokkaido.
Wyndham to bring Registry Collection Hotels to Georgia
The world’s largest hotel franchising company by number of properties, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, has announced plans to introduce its newest brand to Tbilisi.
Shepherd Hotels and Avocet team up for purpose-driven newbuild hotel
The Shepherd Hotel in South Carolina aims to deliver an upscale hospitality experience while providing secure careers in hospitality for people with disabilities.
Tapestry Collection strikes gold in Brazil
Hilton Worldwide’s Tapestry Collection has made its first foray into South America with the debut of a 138-room scheme, which boasts its very own bowling alley, in Greater São Paulo.
Project in focus: Sudima Kaikōura, New Zealand
A contemporary newbuild waterfront hotel is aiming to open in the picturesque town of Kaikōura on New Zealand’s South Island in spring 2022.
Crestline to manage AC Hotels scheme in New England
Independent hospitality management company Crestline Hotels & Resorts has been given the nod to run AC Hotel Portland Downtown / Waterfront in Maine.
![Country overview: 61 high-end hotels to launch across the Philippines [Infographic]](https://tophotel.news/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Philippines.jpg)
Country overview: 61 high-end hotels to launch across the Philippines [Infographic]
The TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database shows that dozens of four- and five-star hotel schemes are being lined up in the country, with nearly a third earmarked for Manila.
Hotel Projects
Project in focus: NH Hotel Wollongong
We check in with NH Hotel Wollongong, a forthcoming corporate hotel in New South Wales that’s promising to deliver a Sydney-quality experience combined with strong local elements.
Country overview: 360 properties in Germany’s hotel pipeline [Infographic]
The TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database shows that Europe’s largest economy has a hugely impressive development slate, with Hamburg leading the way.
Brand overview: Hyatt Place to grow global footprint by 89 properties [Infographic]
The TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database reveals that Hyatt Place is planning to embark upon a significant expansion programme, especially in APAC and North America.
City overview: More than 7,000 additional hotel rooms planned for Dublin [Infographic]
The TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database shows that the Irish capital’s hospitality scene will grow considerably in the years ahead, especially in the four-star market.
Deutsche Hospitality grows footprint in the Middle East
Featuring five restaurants and bars plus a huge top-floor gym, Steigenberger Hotel Doha is an exciting addition to Qatar, one of the region’s most vibrant hospitality markets.
Pendry hotel-and-residences scheme to make a splash in Tampa
A major development featuring a 220-room, five-star hotel and 207 luxury residences is being lined up for a prominent waterfront site in one of Florida’s biggest cities.
Marriott to launch new W Hotels urban escape in Dubai
W Hotels, Marriott International’s bold and daring luxury brand, will further grow its presence in the UAE with the opening of a striking 31-storey property in 2022.
Project in focus: Ruby Florence
The first Italian property for Munich-headquartered Ruby Hotels, Ruby Florence will occupy a beautiful 19th-century building featuring Florentine arcades on the ground floor.
Crowne Plaza makes its debut in Hungary
IHG has opened a 230-key property celebrating the importance of human connection, featuring a host of vibrant spaces open to guests and locals alike, in the country’s capital.
Country overview: Japanese hotel market to grow by 18,000 rooms [Infographic]
According to the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database, Japan will experience steady growth in the coming years, fuelled by expansion in Osaka, Kyoto and Tokyo.
Fairmont to mark new year with Windsor opening
The highly anticipated Fairmont Windsor Park, a luxury scheme boasting one of the UK’s finest spa retreats, is set to welcome its very first guests in January 2022.
Meliá reveals plans for nature-inspired Lombok retreat
Meliá Hotels International will work with developer Invest Islands to open a new Indonesian luxury resort, complete with spectacular private infinity pools, in 2024.
Hilton reveals plans for newbuild beach resort in Odessa
On opening in spring 2025, Hilton Worldwide’s latest Ukrainian outpost will feature two swimming pools and provide direct access to Odessa’s beautiful sandy beaches.
Extended-stay hotel brand Hyatt House comes to Africa
Hyatt Hotels Corporation is celebrating the debut of another brand on the continent, with the launch of a 62-room property in an upmarket Johannesburg neighbourhood.
Country overview: 37 hotel projects mooted for Morocco [Infographic]
According to the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database, dozens of schemes are in the works across the country, with Marrakech, Rabat and Casablanca leading the way.
Amano Group outlines vision for trailblazing boutique lifestyle hotel
Ariel Schiff, co-founder of Amano Group, has vowed to bring “a taste of Berlin to London” when the hospitality company’s first hotel outside Germany opens in spring 2022.
Project in focus: X2 Vibe Halong Bay, Vietnam
Drawing inspiration from the towering limestone pillars dotted around the Unesco World Heritage-listed bay, this impressive newbuild scheme will rise 39 storeys high.
Project in focus: 1 Hotel Paris
We delve into eye-popping plans to develop a sustainable luxury hotel in a landmark building designed to act as a green lung for the Paris Rive Gauche neighbourhood.
Project in focus: Aman Nai Lert Bangkok
Currently under construction, Aman’s sophisticated hotel-and-residences development will place guests within the Thai capital’s verdant Nai Lert Park.
Cambria Hotels toasts new opening in Napa Valley
Choice Hotels Internationals is celebrating the launch of an upscale property in one of the world’s most famous wine regions, Cambria Hotel Napa Valley Silverado Trail.
City overview: 30 new hotels planned for Atlanta [Infographic]
The TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database reveals that bold schemes from the likes of Thompson Hotels and Motto by Hilton are in the works across Georgia’s state capital.
Nine hotel brands revealed for Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Project
The Red Sea Development Company has announced which luxury hospitality brands have signed up to operate properties within this vast regeneration scheme.
Shanghai to welcome flagship Sofitel hotel to the North Bund
Accor and Radiance Group are collaborating to create Sofitel Shanghai North Bund Hotel, bringing a touch of French elegance to the historic riverside of China’s economic powerhouse.
Project in focus: New World La Plume Niseko Resort, Japan
Showcasing architecture by Daiken Design Co and interiors from SDS International Co, this New World-branded scheme is being lined up for one of East Asia’s top ski destinations.
