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Curio Collection’s The Monarch San Antonio opens in Hemisfair district

🏨 The Monarch San Antonio, Curio Collection by Hilton, opened in the Hemisfair district with a $185 million investment. This 200-room hotel, rising 17 stories, is owned by Zachry Hospitality. Guestrooms boast amenities like SFERRA linens and Nespresso machines. Culinary highlights include a 28-day dry-aged beef ribeye and Yucatán-inspired dishes. The hotel features a spa, 550-square-foot fitness studio, and 15,000 square feet of event space, with La Mariposa, a $2 million art installation.

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Peregrine Groups expands footprint with two NoCal acquisitions

🏨 Peregrine Hospitality acquired two Northern California properties: The Lodge at Tiburon and Toll House Hotel. The Lodge features 104 rooms, 10,000 sq ft of meeting space, and is near San Francisco attractions. Toll House Hotel, with 115 keys and 6,300 sq ft meeting space, was renovated in 2021 and is close to Los Gatos landmarks. Peregrine operates 57 hotels nationwide, targeting high-demand leisure and corporate markets year-round.

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Paris Marriott Champs-Élysées completes full renovation

🏨 Paris Marriott Champs-Élysées Hotel underwent a complete renovation, finalizing the transformation of 192 guestrooms and 58 suites. Led by Muza Lab, the redesign incorporates couture influences with monochromatic and saffron accents. The hotel introduces Jenny, a restaurant and bar, and will reopen Cira's terrace in Spring 2026. It features seven meeting venues for up to 250 guests, offers Clefs d’Or concierge services, and has exclusive experiences like The Ultimate Guerlain Experience. Henri Michel was appointed as the new GM last month.

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PRISM-owned STR brand gains 10 former Sonder properties

🏠 Belvilla, a PRISM-owned brand, secured 10 U.S. properties from Sonder's bankruptcy proceedings, entering key markets like New York, New Orleans, and Denver. Operations began in Long Island City and New Orleans. The expansion reflects a strategic, economics-led approach with plans for future growth. Belvilla manages over 60,000 homes in Europe, while PRISM, its parent company, projects USD 280 million earnings for FY 2026, with operations spanning multiple continents.

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PM Hotel Group shifts Hotel Arboretum under Marriott’s City Express brand

🏨 PM Hotel Group has transitioned Hotel Arboretum to City Express by Marriott Washington D.C. Northeast, owned by Rocks Hospitality. Located near Capitol Hill and Union Station, the hotel caters to government and group contracts. The change aligns the property with Marriott's global distribution and loyalty programs. Renovations include updated guestrooms and public spaces, offering complimentary breakfast. This expansion strengthens PM Hotel Group's portfolio, which includes over 80 hotels across the U.S.

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Hotel Indigo opening in former BBC recording studio building

🏨 Hotel Indigo London K West Shepherd’s Bush will open in March near Shepherd’s Bush Green. With 231 rooms, including Signature Suites and Garden Rooms, the hotel incorporates reclaimed materials. Flock restaurant, led by Chef Sami Saygi, offers an open-kitchen layout. A spa, opening in 2026, will feature extensive wellness facilities. Local partnerships will enhance its offerings. Located near Westfield London, room rates start at £253 per night. The hotel links its creative heritage with modern design.

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Former W in Atlanta to open as JW Marriott Atlanta Downtown this spring

🏨 JW Marriott Atlanta Downtown, managed by Stonebridge Companies, is set to open in spring 2026. Located in the city’s core, this 237-room hotel is a conversion of the former W Atlanta Downtown. Texas-based Looney & Associates spearheaded the design, drawing on Atlanta's railway heritage and cultural diversity. Key features include a 360-degree lobby bar, Italian-inspired restaurant, rooftop pool bar, and an Executive Lounge with 24/7 access. Wellness-focused guestrooms and meeting spaces are also highlighted.

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G6 Hospitality employs AI to improve hotel safety, deter human trafficking

📈 G6 Hospitality partners with Protect24.ai to boost safety across 1,500+ U.S. and Canadian locations. Protect24.ai offers early detection of risks and suspicious activity, aiding informed decision-making. It tracks unusual foot traffic, potential illicit activity, and uses real-time data to guide staff. CEO Sonal Sinha calls it a direct investment in guest safety, ensuring franchisees can tackle emerging threats effectively and maintain secure environments.

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IHG has opened its largest hotel in the Americas here

📍 IHG Hotels & Resorts opened voco Times Square – Broadway, its largest property in the Americas, as one of the last new-build hotels in New York’s Times Square. It is a 32-story, 419-room hotel, featuring the only hotel rooftop with unobstructed panoramic views. Located at Seventh Avenue and West 48th Street, the hotel joins six other voco properties in New York. As of December 31, 2025, voco has 124 hotels open globally with 108 in development.

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Hersha Hotels acquires Westin Savannah Harbor

🏨 Hersha Hotels and Resorts acquired The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa in Georgia. The 403-room urban resort is adjacent to the Savannah Convention Center, which expanded in April 2025 for $276 million, doubling its footprint to 660,000 sq. ft. Savannah sees economic growth with Hyundai’s $7.6 billion plant opening in March 2025, adding 14,000 jobs. The resort offers extensive amenities, including an 18-hole golf course and meeting spaces, attracting leisure and corporate travel.

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