A Hyatt Regency hotel in the Lone Star State has unveiled the fruits of a multimillion-dollar renovation project, encompassing both its 955 guest rooms and public spaces.
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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.
Project in focus: Pendry Natirar, New Jersey
This 66-key modern-day manor accompanied by 24 contemporary countryside residences will open in New Jersey’s historic Somerset County next year.
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.
Mexico’s first Nickelodeon Resort gears up for opening
Grupo Lomas and Karisma Hotels & Resorts will immerse guests in the worlds of SpongeBob SquarePants and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles with the launch of a new Nickelodeon Resort in June 2021.
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis announces spring debut
The new 227-room Hyatt Centric hotel plans to launch in spring 2021 as part of the ambitious One Beale mixed-use development in Memphis.
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City overview: 35 new hotels planned in Miami [Infographic]
The TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database reveals that 35 hotel schemes are currently in the works across Miami.
Expert’s Voice: Can extended-stay hotels sustain growth beyond Covid?
Linchi Kwok, associate professor, The Collins College of Hospitality Management, Cal Poly Pomona, examines the rapid rise of extended-stay hotels in the US.
Project of the Week: Mandarin Oriental Boca Raton, Florida
Designed by the likes of SB Architects and HBA, Mandarin Oriental’s opulent hotel-and-branded-residences scheme is a worthy winner of our Project of the Week crown.
Hilton’s first lifestyle property in South America launches
With 98 stylish rooms and a strong commitment to art and sustainable design, Canopy by Hilton São Paulo Jardins raises the bar in South America’s largest city.
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.
Expert’s Voice: Hilton’s future looks bright despite pandemic
Chris Nassetta, president and CEO of Hilton, reflects on a challenging 2020 and his optimism for the return of the golden age of travel.
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Brand overview: Element Hotels to grow by 45 properties [Infographic]
The TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database reveals that Element Hotels is planning to add 45 properties to its portfolio.
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.
JW Marriott hits key milestone with the opening of its 100th hotel
Featuring the work of Nicholas Brosch Wurst Wolfe & Associates and Champalimaud Design, the 100th JW Marriott property worldwide is an impressive addition to Florida’s hospitality scene.
Region overview: Over 2,000 hotels planned across the Americas
The TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database reveals that major hotel schemes continue to be progressed throughout the Americas despite Covid.
Design stories: Commons Building, Camp Sarika, Utah
John Spencer, studio director at Selldorf Architects, discusses his team’s involvement in bringing to life ambitious plans to create a remote desert getaway.
Design stories: Tented Pavilions, Camp Sarika, Utah
Graeme Labe, principal and managing director at Luxury Frontiers, reveals all about the design firm’s work on a spectacular desert retreat.
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.
Expert’s Voice: Top ten trends in hospitality 2021
Robert Rauch, president and CEO of RAR Hospitality, explores which trends will have the biggest impact on hotel businesses this year.
Project of the Week: The Loren at Lady Bird Lake, Austin
A luxury hotel-and-condo scheme promising impressive lake and city views, The Loren at Lady Bird Lake has won our Project of the Week accolade.
Margaritaville Beach Hotel Jacksonville Beach starts welcoming guests
Created by McBride Design, Margaritaville’s dazzling new 202-key property in the Sunshine State boasts exceptional ocean views.
Project in focus: Emma & Elissa by Dream Hotel Group, Mexico
This stylish luxury condo-hotel scheme, designed by renowned architect Rodrigo de la Peña, is shaping up to be a rather special addition to Playa del Carmen.
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.
Radisson welcomes exciting new property in Grand Rapids
A 162-key property in one of Michigan’s largest cities has become the latest addition to Radisson Hotel Group’s rapidly growing US portfolio.
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.
Expert’s Voice: Six key learnings from an unprecedented year in hospitality
Almost overnight, the pandemic forced hoteliers to fundamentally rethink their business models, but PrivateDeal’s digital marketing manager Matthieu Mauguin believes there are lots of lessons we can learn from this difficult period.
Group overview: Accor to open over 500 hotels
The TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database reveals that Accor plans to launch hundreds of hotel schemes in the coming years.
Sheraton’s new design approach unveiled
Marriott International has presented the first hotels featuring Sheraton’s new design concept, which will be rolled out to more than 40 properties by the end of 2022.
North Dakota welcomes Radisson Blu to Fargo
Following a US$11 million overhaul, the former Radisson hotel in Fargo, North Dakota has joined the upscale Radisson Blu portfolio, complete with a new look and updated offering.
Aedas appoints Ignacio Gomez as global design principal
International practice Aedas has announced that Ignacio Gomez, a high-profile figure across the Middle East, has been made a global design principal.
Country overview: 68 hotels on the cards in Canada [Infographic]
While exploring the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database, our researchers have found dozens of exciting hotel schemes across Canada.
Napa Valley hotel to join Alila’s portfolio
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced that luxury brand Alila is set to grow its US footprint with the impending arrival of Alila Napa Valley.
Expert’s Voice: Are we facing a distressed opportunity for hotel investors?
Marc Sontag, CEO of Aedartis, considers to what extent hotel investors will pick up properties for bargain prices as the market adjusts to the realities of trading during a pandemic.
Project of the Week: Mandarin Oriental, Grand Cayman
An exclusive beachfront retreat on the southern shores of Grand Cayman, this inviting Mandarin Oriental scheme has deservedly won our Project of the Week title.
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.
Accor reveals plans for global expansion of Faena brand
Together, Accor and Faena Group are embarking on a trailblazing new venture to roll out the Faena luxury lifestyle brand around the world.
Brand overview: AC Hotels set to add over 9,000 rooms
After combing through the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database, our researchers can reveal that AC Hotels by Marriott will expand rapidly in the coming years.
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.
Project in focus: Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Cartagena
Taking over several historic buildings, Cartagena’s upcoming Four Seasons property sits on the edge of the Colombian port’s Unesco World Heritage-listed walled city.
Recap: Hottest hotel openings in January 2021
Starting the new year with gusto, several highly anticipated hotels landed in the first month of 2021 – here are three of our favourites.
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.
Epicurean Atlanta announces summer 2021 opening plans
The forthcoming urban-chic hotel, part of Marriott International’s Autograph Collection, will bring an immersive culinary experience to Atlanta’s Midtown neighbourhood.
Crowne Plaza hotel reopens after $20m renovation
Crowne Plaza Toronto Airport has reopened following a $20 million renovation project, which involved adding a host of modern amenities.
Ace Hotel Brooklyn to open in spring 2021
Due to launch in late spring 2021, the 287-room Ace Hotel Brooklyn will showcase outstanding design from Stonehill Taylor and Roman and Williams.
Virgin Hotels’ influential CEO steps down
Raul Leal is leaving his role as Virgin Hotels’ CEO, with Virgin Group founder Sir Richard Branson hailing a leader who he said “has been instrumental in helping to establish the Virgin Hotels brand and culture”.
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.
Marriott set for Tulum debut via trendy Aloft brand [Infographic]
Aloft Tulum, which marks Marriott International’s entry into the popular Mexican beach town, is about to become the area’s first internationally branded hotel.
Four Seasons’ Napa Valley resort to open in early spring
Featuring stunning design from Erin Martin and HBA, the Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley in California is nearing completion.
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club debuts in California
The spectacular Southern California property, previously known as Monarch Beach Resort, has entered an exciting new chapter under the Waldorf Astoria flag.
Westin Grand Hotel rebrands to become Hilton Vancouver Downtown
Pacific Reach Properties has rebranded an existing 206-key scheme to create the first Hilton Hotels & Resorts property in downtown Vancouver.
Brand overview: Novotel to grow by 70 hotels
A peek into the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database shows that Novotel is planning 70 hotel openings around the world in the coming years.
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.
The all-suite Colton House Hotel debuts in Austin
Inherit Hotel Group has announced the opening of Colton House Hotel, an 80-suite luxury property on South Congress Avenue in Austin, Texas.
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Hyatt Regency Houston reveals ambitious renovation
A Hyatt Regency hotel in the Lone Star State has unveiled the fruits of a multimillion-dollar renovation project, encompassing both its 955 guest rooms and public spaces.
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.
Project in focus: Pendry Natirar, New Jersey
This 66-key modern-day manor accompanied by 24 contemporary countryside residences will open in New Jersey’s historic Somerset County next year.
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.
Mexico’s first Nickelodeon Resort gears up for opening
Grupo Lomas and Karisma Hotels & Resorts will immerse guests in the worlds of SpongeBob SquarePants and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles with the launch of a new Nickelodeon Resort in June 2021.
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis announces spring debut
The new 227-room Hyatt Centric hotel plans to launch in spring 2021 as part of the ambitious One Beale mixed-use development in Memphis.
City overview: 35 new hotels planned in Miami [Infographic]
The TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database reveals that 35 hotel schemes are currently in the works across Miami.
Expert’s Voice: Can extended-stay hotels sustain growth beyond Covid?
Linchi Kwok, associate professor, The Collins College of Hospitality Management, Cal Poly Pomona, examines the rapid rise of extended-stay hotels in the US.
