Developed by Mountain Shore Properties and managed by Olympia Hotel Management, Hyatt House Tallahassee Capitol – University is targeting the extended-stay market in Florida’s state capital.
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Cambria launches 154-room hotel in Washington DC
Developed by Donohoe Development in collaboration with Koucar Management and BBGM Architects Cambria’s latest property has started welcoming guests.
Charleston prepares to welcome The Ryder
Designed in collaboration with Cortney Bishop Design and Goff D’Antonio Associates, The Ryder in South Carolina’s largest city will boast 91 rooms and F&B venues helmed by hospitality group Gin & Luck.
Curio Collection unveils new boutique hotel in Alabama
The Valley Hotel, a stylish 129-room property in Homewood, has become the latest addition to Hilton Worldwide’s prestigious Curio Collection portfolio.
Expert’s Voice: Hotel design in a new landscape
In light of the pandemic, Tom Bishop, director and head of project management for Concert, explores whether the hotel design and construction sectors will have to permanently change tack.
Element by Westin brand opens in Nashville
Nashville’s new eco-conscious hotel for extended-stay travellers features the innovative Studio Commons concept, which joins up to four rooms with a shared kitchen and living space.
Brand overview: Radisson Blu to grow by over 15,000 rooms
A look inside the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database reveals the extent of Radisson Blu’s ambitious expansion plans.
Hyatt Place welcomes new hotel in Lone Star State
The 150-key Hyatt Place Fort Worth/TCU hotel has opened its doors next to Texas Christian University’s campus in the heart of Fort Worth.
Mid-century Atlanta gem reimagined by Kimpton
With help from Matthew Goodrich of design firm Goodrich and Ave Bradley, global SVP of design at Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, a 1950s scheme in Georgia’s capital has been transformed into a stylish hotel.
The Hermitage Hotel partners with Vongerichten
Jean-Georges Vongerichten will helm The Hermitage Hotel’s culinary programme, and designer Thomas Juul-Hansen has already been tasked with transforming the Nashville landmark’s restaurant and café.
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March 2021 overview: Over 400 hotels scheduled to complete [Infographic]
According to the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database, 406 hotel schemes will open around the world in March, mostly in either North America or Europe.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
Americas
New Hyatt House hotel opens in the Sunshine State
Developed by Mountain Shore Properties and managed by Olympia Hotel Management, Hyatt House Tallahassee Capitol – University is targeting the extended-stay market in Florida’s state capital.
Cambria launches 154-room hotel in Washington DC
Developed by Donohoe Development in collaboration with Koucar Management and BBGM Architects Cambria’s latest property has started welcoming guests.
Charleston prepares to welcome The Ryder
Designed in collaboration with Cortney Bishop Design and Goff D’Antonio Associates, The Ryder in South Carolina’s largest city will boast 91 rooms and F&B venues helmed by hospitality group Gin & Luck.
Curio Collection unveils new boutique hotel in Alabama
The Valley Hotel, a stylish 129-room property in Homewood, has become the latest addition to Hilton Worldwide’s prestigious Curio Collection portfolio.
Element by Westin brand opens in Nashville
Nashville’s new eco-conscious hotel for extended-stay travellers features the innovative Studio Commons concept, which joins up to four rooms with a shared kitchen and living space.
Brand overview: Radisson Blu to grow by over 15,000 rooms
A look inside the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database reveals the extent of Radisson Blu’s ambitious expansion plans.
Hyatt Place welcomes new hotel in Lone Star State
The 150-key Hyatt Place Fort Worth/TCU hotel has opened its doors next to Texas Christian University’s campus in the heart of Fort Worth.
Mid-century Atlanta gem reimagined by Kimpton
With help from Matthew Goodrich of design firm Goodrich and Ave Bradley, global SVP of design at Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, a 1950s scheme in Georgia’s capital has been transformed into a stylish hotel.
