Hotel Openings

🏨 Andaz Shanghai ITC, a luxury hotel, opened in Xujiahui within the International Trade Centre complex, featuring 267 rooms styled after creative professions. Designed by P&T Group, the centre includes 70-storey Tower 2. HBA crafted the hotel's interiors, inspired by Xuhui's heritage. Dining spots include the East and West Wings. Executive Chef Jesse Chen offers Shanghai flavors, while the Rooftop Bar serves tea-based cocktails. The hotel blends nostalgia and luxury, offering a seamless stay in bustling Shanghai.

🏨 Hyatt Hotels Corporation plans to debut Hyatt Regency Tucson Convention Center in downtown Tucson by late 2027. This first Hyatt Regency-branded property in Tucson will feature 291 guestrooms and suites, a fitness center, a pool, and 22,000 square feet of meeting space. Omar Mireles, president of HSL Properties, emphasizes the project's role in boosting Tucson’s tourism and economy. The hotel’s multi-million-dollar transformation aims to enhance the city’s hospitality offerings.

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🏖 In late 2024, Hurricanes Helene and Milton severely impacted Florida's Pinellas County beachfront, leading to hotel closures and major beach restoration efforts. Less than two years later, the area is witnessing a robust recovery and development boom, highlighted by new projects like The CW Resort with 91 keys and The JW Marriott Saint Pete Beach's planned expansion. Despite initial setbacks, tourism demand remains strong, buoyed by attractions like MLB Spring Training and John's Pass Village.

🏨 Keiji Ashizawa transformed a former hostel in Shintomicho, Tokyo, into Tomi Hotel Ginza, featuring a single suite on each of its 10 floors. Located near Tokyo and Ginza stations, the 750-square-metre boutique hotel includes a Dotcom coffee cafe on the ground floor. The suites are designed for groups and families, featuring natural wood, beige hues, and amenities like kitchens and laundry facilities. This design addresses the lack of group accommodation in Tokyo's tourist landscape.

🏨 Dusit International opened the WE Hotel Toya, Dusit Collection in Hokkaido, Japan—its first hotel in the country. Located on Lake Tōya within the Toya-Usu UNESCO Global Geopark, it is 100 minutes by car from New Chitose Airport. Originally designed in 2018 by Kengo Kuma & Associates, the hotel boasts 55 lake-view guestrooms and three villas, each with private open-air baths. The newly rebranded dining options include EZO Cuisine, The Noodle Bar, TARU Bar, and Toya Bar.

🍴 Kinz, a new Lebanese brasserie, opened in Notting Hill Gate, London. Founded by Rasha Khouri Bruzzo with brothers Jad and Karim Lahoud, the restaurant celebrates Lebanese culture with authentic decor and shared dishes. The building, designed by Sir Edward Maufe, was formerly a Lloyds Bank. Interiors by Fare Inc feature vibrant colors and a playful wine room. Signature dishes include hummus, kibbeh, and warak enab. Kinz is located at 50 Notting Hill Gate, London W11 3JD.

🏨 Crestline Hotels & Resorts has completed renovations at the Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Marlborough in Marlborough, MA. The hotel’s 112 suites received contemporary design updates, including new carpeting, soft goods, and bathroom vanities. Public spaces feature new decor, a revamped front desk, a 65-inch home theatre TV, and an upgraded breakfast area. The indoor pool and fitness center were enhanced with new amenities and equipment, ensuring a modernized guest experience throughout the property.

🏨 EVEN Hotel Orlando Universal Blvd and Staybridge Suites Orlando Universal Blvd by IHG have opened a dual-branded property in Orlando, Florida, near Universal Orlando Resort and the Orange County Convention Center. Developed with Daiwa House Group, it includes 288 guestrooms, a 1,500-square-foot Athletic Studio, and various amenities. EVEN Hotel features 120 rooms with premium bedding, while Staybridge Suites offers 168 rooms with fully equipped kitchens. The property offers flexible, personalized experiences for travelers.

🏖 Radisson Hotel Group opened the 100-room Radisson Hotel Cannes Seaside on Avenue du Docteur Raymond Picaud, France. The hotel offers four room categories and facilities like La Palma Restaurant, a pool, and meeting rooms for 150 guests. This opening strengthens Radisson's presence on the French Riviera, aligning with plans to expand with over 37,000 rooms in Europe. In January 2026, Radisson also opened a 305-room hotel at Paris Charles de Gaulle airport, highlighting its focus on business and leisure travel markets in France.