The last few weeks have seen a raft of exciting hotel launches from industry heavyweights like Marriott International and Hilton Worldwide – here are our three top picks.
New Hotels
Hyatt House expands to Beaverton
A joint venture between NewcrestImage and Canterbury Hotel Group, Hyatt House Portland / Beaverton has become Hyatt Hotels Corporation’s latest outpost in Oregon.
The vibrant Moxy Miami South Beach opens its doors
Bringing together the design talents of Rockwell Group, Saladino Design Studios and Kobi Karp, Moxy’s first resort-style property boasts no fewer than six creative F&B concepts.
Hyatt Regency opens at Hangzhou Bay
The 319-room Hyatt Regency Ningbo Hangzhou Bay promises to bring world-class hospitality to this fast-developing area on China’s east coast.
Hyatt gains a foothold in Brisbane
Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Salter Brothers have announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Brisbane following the rebrand of an existing property, paving the way for a refurbishment.
Radisson Blu Aruba prepares to launch
The opening of Radisson Blu’s new 133-room hotel on the Caribbean island of Aruba is being timed to coincide with the busy spring-break travel season.
Huge Planet Hollywood scheme launches in Cancún
Planet Hollywood Hotels and Resort’s new 898-suite property in the tourism hotspot of Cancún features the brand’s first adults-only resort-within-a-resort concept.
Elegant Tapestry Collection hotel opens in Sacramento
A new 105-room boutique hotel, owned by restaurateurs Randy and Stacy Paragary and operating under the Tapestry Collection flag, has launched in California’s capital.
Hilton grows DoubleTree brand with new Surabaya property
Indonesia’s second largest city has been boosted by the arrival of a 310-room DoubleTree by Hilton hotel, featuring three dining outlets and extensive meeting facilities.
Wyndham expands Dolce brand in Denmark
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has grown the Danish footprint of its Dolce Hotels & Resorts by Wyndham brand in partnership with Comwell Hotels.
Impressive Curio Collection hotel opens on Florida’s Atlantic coast
Hilton Worldwide is celebrating the launch of Hotel Maren Fort Lauderdale Beach, a member of its prestigious Curio Collection, in the Sunshine State.
Omni enters Oklahoma in style
Oklahoma City’s ongoing transformation has been boosted by the opening of a 605-room Omni hotel, featuring an array of F&B venues, extensive event facilities and a full-service spa.
Plans unveiled to bring Hyatt Centric to Georgia
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has signalled its intention to open a 180-key beachside property in Batumi, the Republic of Georgia’s second largest city.
IntercityHotel set to makes its debut in South Holland
Deutsche Hospitality is planning to grow its footprint across the Netherlands with the development of a new IntercityHotel property in Leiden.
Tapestry Collection welcomes new hotel in Pennsylvania
An exciting addition to Hilton’ Tapestry Collection brand, Scholar Hotel State College has launched following an extensive revamp of a historic building.
Deutsche Hospitality lines up third IntercityHotel for the Netherlands
German hotel group Deutsche Hospitality has signalled its intention to open a new 174-key IntercityHotel in the Dutch city of Breda in 2023.
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New Hilton Garden Inn hotel lined up for Cairo [Infographic]
Hilton Worldwide has struck a deal to create a Hilton Garden Inn hotel with 250 rooms, a full-service restaurant and two bars.
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Landmark 75-storey skyscraper set to open in Dubai [Infographic]
SBE and World of Wonders Real Estate Development have announced that the towering SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences.
IntercityHotel Hildesheim is now open in Germany
Showcasing the interior design talents of Matteo Thun, IntercityHotel Hildesheim has become the latest eye-catching addition to Deutsche Hospitality’s portfolio.
February 2021 overview: Over 250 hotel schemes set to open
A look at the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database shows that plenty of exciting hospitality projects will launch this month, especially in Europe and North America.
Texas’ first Moxy hotel taps into campus life in Austin
Owned and operated by White Lodging, the newly opened Moxy Austin-University boasts 162 rooms, a cocktail bar and a 24-hour taco counter.
Wyndham expands into Nepal with new Kathmandu property
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has made its debut in Nepal with the launch of Ramada Encore by Wyndham Kathmandu-Thamel.
Scandic Arlandastad opens at Arlanda Airport City
An existing hotel near Stockholm Arlanda Airport has started welcoming in guests under the Scandic moniker after being rebranded.
2021 hotlist: Hyatt Hotels Corporation’s top five hotel openings
A peek into the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database reveals that Hyatt Hotels Corporation will open 150 hotels and 29,437 rooms this year, including stellar schemes from Grand Hyatt and Alila.
France gets second Voco hotel – this time in Strasbourg
After a successful debut in Paris last year, IHG’s upscale Voco brand has now made it to Strasbourg, delivering its signature service to guests in a verdant setting.
Hilton celebrates third opening in the Philippines
Hilton has grown its presence in South-East Asia with the launch of Hilton Clark Sun Valley Resort in the thriving Clark Freeport Zone.
Greater China welcomes fourth Waldorf Astoria hotel
With 245 rooms and suites, Waldorf Astoria Xiamen is an impressive addition to Hilton Worldwide’s growing portfolio in Asia.
2021 hotlist: Europe’s top five hotel openings
As many as 753 hotel openings and 117,822 new rooms are planned for Europe this year, the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database shows, including stellar schemes from Fairmont, Edition and Pan Pacific.
JW Marriott makes a splash in Gold Coast
The new 223-key JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa boasts a stunning tropical aquatic area, complete with its very own saltwater lagoon and freshwater pool.
LXR marks US debut with chic Santa Monica property
The recently redesigned 70-key Oceana Santa Monica retreat has joined LXR’s growing collection of independent luxury properties.
2021 hotlist: The Middle East’s top five hotel openings
Almost 230 hotel projects will complete across the Middle East in 2021 including eye-catching schemes from Hilton and Swissôtel.
Exclusive: New data reveals 2020 hotel development trends
Global hotel openings fell by almost a fifth in 2020, although the hotel industry managed to complete lots of schemes amid the pandemic.
January 2021 overview: 434 new hotels set to launch [Infographic]
The TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database reveals that 2021 will get off to an exciting start, with 434 hotel schemes due to open this month.
Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville opens huge resort in California
With help from McBride Design, the newly renovated and rebranded Margaritaville Resort Palm Springs has already caught the public imagination, not least because it boasts the largest resort spa in Palm Springs.
Hampton by Hilton makes its debut in Spain [Infographic]
Designed by Bilbao-based architectural firm BAT, the 138-room Hampton by Hilton Alcobendas Madrid is the first property in Spain to operate under the popular Hampton by Hilton flag.
Crowne Plaza hotel launches in Adelaide’s tallest building
IHG’s upscale Crowne Plaza brand has officially opened its doors in Adelaide’s towering Frome Central Tower One building, which stands at a dizzying 138 metres tall.
Omaha welcomes the arrival of Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel
Following a meticulous restoration by LEO A DALY and DLR Group, Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel – a US$75 million reinvention of Omaha’s Blackstone Hotel – has now opened its doors.
December 2020 overview: Over 100,000 new hotel rooms set to open [Infographic]
The TOPHOTELPROJECTS database reveals that 100,000 rooms will go live in December, with APAC and North America accounting for two-thirds of the total.
Recap: Hottest hotel openings in November 2020
This month’s hotel arrivals take us to extraordinary corners of the globe, from Adelaide’s tallest tower to Mexico’s beautiful Riviera Nayarit coast.
Kyoto celebrates launch of design-led Luxury Collection hotel
Designed by a high-powered team featuring Akira Kuryu, André Fu, Shunsaku Miyagi and Yohei Akao, Hotel The Mitsui Kyoto blends tradition with modernity at every turn.
Mexico’s Riviera Nayarit welcomes One&Only Mandarina
Mexico’s Pacific coast gets a jaw-dropping new ultra-luxury resort with the arrival of One&Only Mandarina, a beachfront rainforest sanctuary boasting chic treehouses, cliffside villas and an exclusive spa.
First AC Hotels-branded property opens in Sweden
Boasting harmonious interiors by Living Design, AC Hotels’ Swedish debut offers the perfect opportunity for guests to work or relax in stylish surroundings.
W South Beach unveils dazzling results of US$30 million makeover
Miami Beach’s celebrity hotspot W South Beach has completed a US$30 million renovation that involved revamping its 408 oceanfront guest suites and introducing a 9,000 sq ft spa, with help from boutique design firm Urban Robot Associates.
Radisson Hotel Diamond Barranquilla is now open
Radisson Hotel Group has announced the launch of Radisson Hotel Diamond Barranquilla in Colombia following the property’s renovation and rebrand.
Hanoi welcomes first Hyatt Regency hotel
One of South-East Asia’s largest hospitality schemes, the 519-key Hyatt Regency West Hanoi, has opened its doors – marking Hyatt Hotels Corporation’s debut in the Vietnamese capital.
Southwest China buoyed by the debut of W Chengdu
W Chengdu, which boasts 297 rooms and suites plus audacious visual flourishes from Glyph Design Studio, has opened its doors in Southwest China.
November 2020 overview: 40,000 new hotel rooms set to launch [Infographic]
A peek into the subscription-based TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database shows just how rapidly the hotel market will expand in November 2020, fuelled by strong growth in North America and Europe.
Recap: Hottest hotel openings in October 2020
Looking back at an eventful month, we highlight the top five hotels to have made a grand debut this October, including Capella Bangkok, Crowne Plaza Sydney Darling Harbour and the niu Bricks in Hamburg.
Buenos Aires Marriott Hotel starts welcoming guests [Construction Report]
This striking 298-room scheme, run by Gotel Hotel Management, is Argentina’s first Marriott Hotels property since 2013.
First Marriott hotel opens on popular Indonesian island of Batam [Construction Report]
With 216 sleek guestrooms and suites, plus multiple dining options, Marriott International’s new property promises to prove popular with travellers coming over from nearby Singapore and beyond.
The brand-new Hyatt Place Boston/Seaport District is now open
The 297-room Hyatt Place hotel, brought to life by a team featuring real estate investment firm McWhinney, architect Arrowstreet and interior design specialist Group One Partners, has debuted in the Seaport neighbourhood of Boston’s waterfront.
Mondrian South Beach set to emerge from top-to-toe overhaul
The Mondrian South Beach is preparing to relaunch following a US$20 million makeover, with OS Design Group drawing inspiration from some of the world’s greatest coastal regions.
Hyatt Regency Lanzhou opens next to China’s Yellow River [Construction Report]
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.
DoubleTree by Hilton A Coruña opens its doors in Spain [Infographic]
The latest Doubletree by Hilton hotel, which boasts 59 guest rooms and several appealing F&B outlets, has started welcoming guests in A Coruña.
New Hotels
Recap: Hottest hotel openings in February 2021
The last few weeks have seen a raft of exciting hotel launches from industry heavyweights like Marriott International and Hilton Worldwide – here are our three top picks.
Hyatt House expands to Beaverton
A joint venture between NewcrestImage and Canterbury Hotel Group, Hyatt House Portland / Beaverton has become Hyatt Hotels Corporation’s latest outpost in Oregon.
The vibrant Moxy Miami South Beach opens its doors
Bringing together the design talents of Rockwell Group, Saladino Design Studios and Kobi Karp, Moxy’s first resort-style property boasts no fewer than six creative F&B concepts.
Hyatt Regency opens at Hangzhou Bay
The 319-room Hyatt Regency Ningbo Hangzhou Bay promises to bring world-class hospitality to this fast-developing area on China’s east coast.
Hyatt gains a foothold in Brisbane
Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Salter Brothers have announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Brisbane following the rebrand of an existing property, paving the way for a refurbishment.
Radisson Blu Aruba prepares to launch
The opening of Radisson Blu’s new 133-room hotel on the Caribbean island of Aruba is being timed to coincide with the busy spring-break travel season.
Huge Planet Hollywood scheme launches in Cancún
Planet Hollywood Hotels and Resort’s new 898-suite property in the tourism hotspot of Cancún features the brand’s first adults-only resort-within-a-resort concept.
Elegant Tapestry Collection hotel opens in Sacramento
A new 105-room boutique hotel, owned by restaurateurs Randy and Stacy Paragary and operating under the Tapestry Collection flag, has launched in California’s capital.
