Hotel Openings

🏨 Danish studio Norrøn Architects redesigned Hotel Hans, a 91-room hotel in a 1900 building straddling Copenhagen's Frederiksberg and Nørrebro neighborhoods. The hotel’s interior blends industrial and green elements, using terrazzo, polished steel, and green hues. The lobby features sculptures and custom lighting, while the BOLO restaurant offers Mediterranean cuisine. The hotel reflects Copenhagen's craftsmanship tradition, integrating bespoke furniture and art by Petterson & Hein, emphasizing a connection to the city’s history and greenery.

🏖 Sundance Mountain Resort in Utah announced the opening of the Inn at Sundance Mountain Resort, a 63-room ski-in/ski-out hotel, at the base of the Outlaw Express lift. Designed by Fettle Design and built by BSA Architects, it features two wings connected by a footbridge over the North Fork Provo River. The Inn offers a wellness-focused experience, public spaces like the Living Room, and an art gallery with works from local and international artists, including Tony Foster.

🏠 Kempinski Group introduces its first U.S.-branded residences in Miami Design District, developed by DaGrosa Capital. The project, featuring 132 residences across two 20-story towers, is scheduled for completion in Q4 2029. Residences range from 2,100 to 3,700 square feet, with interiors by Rockwell Group. Amenities include wellness centers, a restaurant, and social spaces. ISG World leads sales, emphasizing Kempinski’s luxury heritage and service excellence.

🏠 Finalized: The sale of Parisian department store walls to Brookfield fund, a major Experimental hospitality partner, leads to plans for an upscale hotel on the upper floors.

🏨 Frédéric Merlin, after acquiring BHV Paris, lost his buyer, Caisse des Dépôts, by continuing to sell Shein products, resulting in a multi-million euro fallback deal with Brookfield Asset Management. Brookfield, represented by Vincent Kerboull in France, bought BHV for €300 million. The deal includes transforming the top floors into a luxury hotel managed by Experimental Group, featuring a chic-and-fun concept, near Le Grand Mazarin and another Experimental hotel in the Marais district.

🏨 Newport Hospitality Group has added Hilton Garden Inn and Homewood Suites Columbus Easton, Ohio, to its portfolio. Opened in December 2021, these dual-branded hotels have 240 total guestrooms, including 144 rooms and 96 suites, and over 6,000 sq ft of event space. Located near Easton Town Center, they cater to both business and leisure travelers. This addition brings Newport's Hilton-managed portfolio to 14 hotels, enhancing their operations in the high-growth Columbus market.

📅 Founded in 1961, Four Seasons, led by CEO Alejandro Reynal, emphasizes service excellence. The brand stays focused on hotels, residences, aviation, and yachts. Ownership includes Bill Gates, Prince Alwaleed, and Isadore Sharp. With 135 hotels and 61 residences in 47 countries, expansion plans include Cartagena, Venice, Greece, Saudi Arabia, Vietnam, and others, totaling 60 projects. Four Seasons Yachts launches in 2026. The Private Jet Experience continues, with new itineraries in Bali, Spain, and Mexico.

🏨 City of London, 2025-2028: Ibex House, a Grade II-listed Art Deco building, will be transformed into a 382-room hotel after acquisition by Dominus and Cheyne Capital in December 2025. The project, retaining 90% of the superstructure and 100% of the substructure, will open in late 2028. It includes a conference centre, café, and pub expansion, employing 160 people. Partnering with The Springboard Charity, an on-site academy will offer local resident training.

🏨 Louis Vuitton will open a hotel on the Champs-Élysées in 2026, marking a shift in luxury hospitality. This full hotel, not just a collaboration or pop-up, reflects the demand for culturally authentic experiences. Guests seek distinct stories tied to each location, and Louis Vuitton aims to provide personalized services understanding diverse cultural expectations. As the industry evolves, traditional hotels must focus on cultural intelligence, moving beyond standard amenities to win over luxury travelers. #LuxuryTravel