Hotel Openings

🏨 Sandpiper Hospitality has opened the Extended Stay America Premier Suites near Denver International Airport, owned by Blueline Equity Partners. The 124-room, four-story hotel, located seven minutes from the airport, offers fully equipped kitchens, complimentary breakfast, and EV charging stations. Key nearby sites include Ball Aerospace and UCHealth. Jim Darter of Sandpiper Hospitality highlights the prime location, while Steve Daniel of Blueline praises Sandpiper's expertise in extended stay management.

📍 Hilton has rebranded the former Mondrian Los Angeles as The Valorian Los Angeles, Curio Collection by Hilton, located on Sunset Boulevard. Initially opened in 1996, the hotel underwent a redesign in 2018. Now operated by Pivot from Davidson Hospitality Group, the rebrand introduces the White Rabbit Sky Lounge, offering panoramic views and immersive experiences. The Valorian features 30-foot entry doors and rotating art installations, aiming to preserve its iconic status on the Sunset Strip.

🏨 Denver, Colorado: Hyatt Regency Denver at Colorado Convention Center completed a $70 million renovation, transforming 1,100 guestrooms and suites with eco-friendly materials and new amenities. The 14-month project added Summit Five, an 891-square-foot meeting space, to its 60,000+ square feet of event spaces. Approximately 90% of old furnishings were resold for sustainability. The renovation involved partners like DLR Group and Milender White, ensuring the hotel's full operation during the upgrade.

📍 Developed by Manga Group, this 32-story mixed-use tower is reshaping Toronto's East End. Featuring 232 hotel guestrooms and 181 residential units, it overlooks Moss Park. The architecture by Arcadis and interiors by mackaywong incorporate Toronto's park inspirations with design elements like a live moss wall. Amenities include shared spaces on two floors, a second-floor multifunctional area, and a 14th-floor fitness club. MUSE Bistro + Bar offers a modern French dining experience on the ground floor.

🏨 B&B Hotels, a leading budget hotel operator in Europe, operates 900 hotels across 19 countries, targeting fragmented markets. In 2025 alone, 57 new hotels are set to open. CEO Céline Vercollier aims to enhance the company’s leadership position, with a strong focus on Europe. Currently, B&B Hotels has a significant presence in France (445 hotels), Germany (239), Italy (91), and Spain (63), despite recent expansions into the UK and U.S.

📍 Hong Kong's Dragon-i nightclub, founded in 2002 by Gilbert Yeung, underwent a renovation by London-based studio Pirajean Lees. Inspired by Wong Kar Wai's films, the redesign features a central marble bar, swirly timber panels, and silver leather banquettes. The bathrooms have floor-to-ceiling mirrors and stainless-steel cubicles with pink lights. The adjacent members' club offers a listening bar with Yeung's personal records and plush velvet seating. The design emphasizes vibrant colors and sensory materials, celebrating the dynamic spirit of Hong Kong nightlife.

🏨 Realberry and Proper Hospitality secured a $298-million financing package for transforming the historic Cal Neva Hotel into Lake Tahoe Proper Resort and Casino, set to open in 2027. Located on Lake Tahoe's northeast shore, the project includes $223 million in C-PACE financing—Nevada’s largest—and a $75 million loan from Bank of California. The resort, first opened in 1926, will feature 197 rooms, multiple dining options, and a casino.