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🏠 Swire Hotels rebrands The House Collective as Upper House. Properties in Hong Kong, Chengdu, and Shanghai are renamed Upper House, with future openings in Shenzhen (2027), Xi’an (2028), Tokyo (2029), and Bangkok (2030). Upper House Residences in Bangkok debuts in 2030, marking the brand's first residential project. The rebrand focuses on unscripted, personal hospitality, emphasizing local design and guest experience. Upcoming projects feature designs by Büro Ole Scheeren, Shigeru Ban, Snøhetta, and Foster + Partners.

🏨 Jadran Hoteli Rijeka and Marriott International signed a franchise agreement on October 2, converting Grand Hotel Bonavia to AC Hotels by Marriott in Rijeka, Croatia. City officials and key figures like Vedran Vivoda and Kristian Šustar attended. The agreement, Jadran’s third international franchise, aims to modernize the hotel, positioning Rijeka as a competitive international destination. This partnership aligns with Marriott's expansion plans in Croatia, enhancing Rijeka's hospitality offerings.

🏨 Kimpton will open the Kimpton Miralina Resort & Villas in Paradise Valley, Arizona, in early 2026. Situated between Camelback and Mummy Mountains, the 42-acre site will feature over 400 guest rooms, plus 50,000 square feet of event space. Amenities include six pools, a spa, and four dining venues. Managed by Highgate, it marks IHG's first luxury property in the Scottsdale market and adds to Kimpton's global portfolio of nearly 150 properties.

📍 WorldHotels Elite has welcomed Akgün Istanbul Hotel to its collection, marking its return to Turkey. Located in Istanbul's Surici District, the hotel offers 276 rooms, including a presidential suite, and features a spa, pool, and event facilities. It's strategically positioned 30 meters from Topkapi Metro Station and 40 km from Istanbul Airport. This partnership enhances WorldHotels' presence in Turkey, providing access to its 64 million loyalty members.

🏨 Driftwood Hospitality Management and District Hospitality Partners completed a multimillion-dollar renovation of the Hilton Washington DC/Rockville Hotel & Executive Meeting Center, marking its first major renovation in a decade. Located at 1750 Rockville Pike, the hotel features 315 rooms, including 12 suites and two Presidential suites. The upgrade includes 35,000 sq. ft. of meeting space across 25 venues. The hotel remained operational during the renovation, enhancing guest experiences for business and leisure travelers.

🏨 Ennismore's Delano brand is expanding globally with new openings in New York, London, and a Miami Beach reopening by early 2026. Delano SoHo New York will offer 390 rooms, while Delano London, near Hyde Park, features 67 rooms set to open late 2026. The Miami Beach property will have 171 rooms, including exclusive suites. Delano's presence includes Paris and Dubai, with future plans in Istanbul, Puglia, Marrakesh, and Costa Rica. These expansions highlight Delano's luxury and cultural resonance.