Hotel Openings

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New hotel openings, projects and expansions worldwide: the latest properties and developments across the hospitality industry.

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IHG Hotels and Resorts Expands European Portfolio by 27%, Adding 32,800 Rooms and Reaching 150,000 Open Rooms

🏨 IHG Hotels and Resorts expanded by 27% in Europe over three years, adding 32,800 rooms, reaching 150,000 open rooms by end of 2025. IHG opened 102 hotels and signed 117 properties in 2025, with conversions accounting for 84% of openings. Germany is a key market, holding 20% of the room count. European hotel investment hit €27bn (£23.3bn) in 2025. Holiday Inn represents over 60% of IHG's European estate, and the region now makes up 15% of IHG's global system.
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The Spa at The Hotel Hershey Celebrates 25th Anniversary with Design Update by Earl Swensson Associates

🍫 The Spa at The Hotel Hershey, also known as The Chocolate Spa, marked its 25th anniversary with a renovation by Earl Swensson Associates. Initially a 17,000-square-foot facility, it expanded to 40,000 square feet in 2004. Key updates include neutral tones, quartz surfaces, and LED lighting, maintaining a chocolate-inspired design. ESa has collaborated with Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company for over 30 years, emphasizing the spa's historic character influenced by Milton Hershey and High Point Mansion.
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Four Seasons Launches Its First Yacht, "Four Seasons I," 65 Years After Opening First Hotel

🚢 Four Seasons' first yacht, "Four Seasons I," officially set sail today, marking a significant milestone 65 years after their first hotel opened. The yacht naming ceremony occurred in Málaga, Spain, with Founder and Chairman Issy Sharp and his wife Rosalie serving as Godparents. The project exemplifies collaboration between Four Seasons, Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings, and other partners. This expansion from land and sky to sea emphasizes Four Seasons' commitment to genuine care and human connection.
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Capella Hotels and Resorts Opens First Japan Location with Capella Kyoto in Historic Miyagawa-cho District

📍 Capella Kyoto opens in the Miyagawa-cho kagai district, Kyoto, Japan, marking Capella Hotels' first Japanese venture. The 89-room hotel, designed by Kengo Kuma & Associates, is near Kenninji temple. The development includes the Miyagawa-cho Kaburenjo Theatre and community center. Dining is highlighted by SoNoMa by SingleThread, partnered with the three-Michelin-starred Sonoma restaurant. Bookings begin March 22, 2026, with opening packages offering JPY 10,000-20,000 hotel credits.
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JMK Group Secures £48 Million Loan to Convert London Office Building into 260-Key Hotel

🏨 JMK Group secured a £48 million loan from OakNorth Bank and REL Finance to convert Peninsular House, a nine-storey office building on Lower Thames Street, City of London, into a 260-key hotel, pending planning approval. The site offers views of the River Thames, Tower Bridge, and The Gherkin. JMK plans to expand its portfolio to more than 2,000 beds within two years, with six additional hotels under development.
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IHG and Harisons Sign Agreement for Crowne Plaza Resort Near Delhi, Scheduled for 2029 Opening

🏨 IHG Hotels & Resorts has partnered with Harisons Hotels for a new Crowne Plaza Resort in Gurgaon Sohna, NCR, opening Q1 2029. Located 70 minutes from Delhi Airport, it targets weddings, leisure, and corporate events. Crowne Plaza has over 400 global properties. The resort will feature 150 rooms, four dining venues, a health club, spa, pool, and event spaces, expanding IHG's presence in Southwest Asia.
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Hilton Scottsdale Resort & Villas Completes $24 Million Renovation, Adding New Villas, Restaurant, and Fitness Center

🏨 Hilton Scottsdale Resort & Villas in Scottsdale, Arizona, completed a $24 million renovation. The transformation included 45 redesigned two-bedroom Premium Villas, 11 new Premium King guestrooms, 1 Junior Suite, a new Mediterranean restaurant called Salt & Sol, and an enhanced fitness center. Exclusive amenities include a dedicated Villa Curator, private chef dinners, and the new Mirage Market. The upgrades bring the total accommodations to 247 rooms, offering a blend of luxury and modern Southwest-inspired design.
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Crowne Plaza Porto Completes Refurbishment of 232 Guestrooms and 11 Meeting Rooms in Boavista District, Portugal

🏨 Crowne Plaza Porto in Portugal has completed a full refurbishment of its 232 guestrooms and 11 meeting rooms. Located in the Boavista district, the hotel is 15 minutes from the airport. The largest meeting room accommodates 450 guests, equipped with natural light and technology for conferences. The renovated guestrooms offer workspaces and high-speed connectivity. On-site dining is available at soMos Restaurant and Lounge. The hotel is near Casa da Música and Serralves Foundation.
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Marriott to Launch Series by Marriott in Europe with 11 Hotel Projects in Italy and UK

📍 Marriott International plans to introduce Series by Marriott in Europe, signing 11 projects across Italy and the UK with Amapa Group and Splendid Hospitality Group. Announced globally in May 2025, this brand spans midscale to upscale segments. Amapa rebrands 5 properties and develops a new one in Italy. Splendid adds 5 UK properties. Marriott’s Bonvoy program has nearly 271 million members. Amapa operates 21 hotels in Italy, and Splendid has 24 hotels with over 2,500 rooms.
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Zedwell to Convert 39 Bell Lane in Spitalfields into 143-Room Flagship Hotel with Workspace by 2028

🏨 Zedwell plans to convert a vacant office building at 39 Bell Lane, Spitalfields, into a flagship hotel with 143 rooms and 7,500 sq ft of affordable workspace. The six-storey, 40,000 sq ft building will be transformed with a vertical extension and enhanced façade. Construction will reuse existing structures to reduce carbon. Located near Liverpool Street Station, the project is part of a pipeline aiming for 9,000 rooms by 2028, with recent expansions in Oxford and York.
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