Denis Stackeusky

🌍 Accor will open Novotel Victoria Falls, a 111-room hotel in 2028, at Eagle Heights, overlooking the Masuwe River in Zimbabwe. Announced at the Future Hospitality Summit Africa in Cape Town, the deal was made with Eagle Real Estate Investment Trust. The hotel will be located near the UNESCO site, Mosi-oa-Tunya. Facilities will include a pool, kids' club, and dining options. This marks Accor's entry into Zimbabwe, adding to their 590 Novotels globally.

🏨 Hotel del Coronado, San Diego, completed a $550 million restoration of its Victorian building under Blackstone Real Estate. The project revitalized the porch, lobby, guestrooms, and event venues, introducing new dining options like Nobu Del Coronado. The renovation involved Wimberly Interiors, GSB Inc., Burton Studios, and others. The overhaul preserved historical elements while modernizing the site, creating 300 resort jobs and thousands of construction roles, enhancing venues, accommodations, and adding a new spa and fitness center.

🏨 Wolfe’s Hotel has opened in Moab, Utah, after a multimillion-dollar renovation by PM Hotel Group and KWC Management. The adult-only property is near Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. It features amenities like an outdoor barrel sauna, fire pits, and a seasonally heated pool. The hotel is designed for guests 21+ and offers outdoor recreation amenities. The on-site restaurant, Esther’s, highlights regional cuisine. The hotel aims to be a luxurious sanctuary in the iconic adventure destination.

🏖 The 228-room Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City is now open in Village West near the Kansas Speedway. Developed by Sunflower Development Group, it includes 11 suites, 14,000 square feet of event space, indoor/outdoor pools, and several dining venues. Highlights include a 300-person Compass Rose Ballroom and facilities like the Fins Up! Fitness Center. Dining options feature the LandShark Bar & Grill and 5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar & Grill. Executive chef Reese Strong leads the culinary team.

🏖️ Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts plans to open a new resort in Abu Dhabi on a private island by 2030. The project will include 60 guestrooms, 30 villas, and 90 mansions. Features include a 1,200-square-meter villa, a 2,000-square-meter spa, restaurants, and a Yacht Club with a 40-berth marina. Eagle Hills, the project owner, partners with Bvlgari, emphasizing luxury and cultural identity. Landscape design by LAND SRL will integrate Italian and Arabian influences.