Hotel Openings

🏨 In 2024, OTH Hotels Resorts added two hotels in Kentucky and North Carolina, boosting their portfolio by 275 rooms. The Capital Plaza Hotel, a historic site in Frankfort from 1983, will become The Franklin Hotel in 2027 after a renovation introducing 163 redesigned rooms. Nearby Kentucky landmarks include the State Capitol and Buffalo Trace Distillery. The Four Points by Sheraton Greensboro Airport, with 112 rooms, offers amenities like a heated outdoor pool and 1,184 sq. ft. of event space.

🏖 Homestead Midway Utah in Wasatch Valley, Utah, unveiled The Barn, a 17,636 sq. ft. event venue. Opening in August 2023, it includes the Uinta Ballroom and Nebo Room, designed for weddings and events. By 2027, enhancements include a par-71 golf course, a new activity center, and a reimagined Alpine House and spa. The resort offers geothermal springs, golf, and trails amidst the Wasatch Range, with plans for expanded amenities by fall 2027.

📍 Remington Hospitality announced the addition of the Hilton Arcadia Pasadena Area to its management portfolio. Opened in December 2025, this 173-room hotel in Arcadia, California, features mountain views and a rooftop restaurant. Located near Santa Anita Park and seven miles from Pasadena, it includes a heated pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and over 17,000 square feet of event space. The CEO aims to establish the hotel's market position and enhance operational performance.

📅 Fivelements, founded in Bali in 2007, is expanding under GOCO Hospitality's acquisition in 2024. By 2027, Fivelements Samui opens in Thailand, transforming a beachfront hotel into a wellness retreat. Fivelements Ubud will undergo renovations in 2028 with new villas. European expansions include Switzerland in 2029 and Montenegro in 2030. These ventures, supported by Fullerton Fund Management, emphasize holistic wellness and sustainability, combining ancestral wisdom with modern practices.

🏨 OTH Hotels Resorts, founded in 2019 in Williamsburg, VA, expands with two new hotels: Capital Plaza Hotel in Kentucky and Four Points by Sheraton Greensboro Airport in North Carolina, adding 275 rooms to its portfolio. Capital Plaza, a historic 1983 property, will be rebranded as The Franklin Hotel after renovations in early 2027, retaining its New Formalist architecture. OTH now manages 20 hotels and 38 restaurants across the U.S., focusing on strategic growth and enhanced guest experiences.

🏨 The Plaza Hotel in Midtown Manhattan will close for at least four years starting January 2027 for facade restoration, as announced by Fairmont Hotels and Resorts. The iconic 18-story hotel, opened in 1907, is owned by Katara Hospitality. Workers will retain their jobs post-renovation. The hotel faced previous renovations from 2005-2008, sparked by poor conditions, under Elad Properties. Notable films shot here include "Home Alone 2." Fairmont has operated the hotel since 2005.

🏖 Naples Beach Club, a Four Seasons Resort in Naples, Florida, unveiled "The Wager" gastropub within its Market Square. Features include a four-lane bowling alley, games area, and multiple screens for live sports. The menu offers seafood, salads, and kids' options. Signature cocktails and beers from Florida breweries are available. Outdoor seating overlooks a golf course, opening in early 2027. A private dining room accommodates 40 guests with access to games and a putting course.

🏨 Sonesta International Hotels Corporation opened Signature Inn Branson, a 62-room hotel, in Branson, Missouri. This marks the 20th hotel for the Signature Inn by Sonesta brand. Located in the Ozarks, it's designed to offer a retro-modern experience in high-traffic destinations like Silver Dollar City. Signature Inn blends mid-century influences with affordability, competing in the upper-economy segment and inviting guests to "Stay Outside Ordinary.

🏨 M Social Hotel Sunnyvale, located in a mixed-use development in Sunnyvale, will begin taking reservations in December 2026. This 263-room hotel is part of the Millennium Hotels' M Social brand and boasts a LEED Gold standard with a smart-building ecosystem. It includes 28,000 sq. ft. of meeting space and features technology like mobile keys and robotic assistants. Signature dining options include Beast & Butterflies, with a rooftop beehive, and ctrl+B(ar).

🏨 Hilton's LXR Hotels & Resorts debuts in India with The Den Bengaluru, a 226-room hotel owned by Dan Hospitality India Pvt. Ltd. located in Whitefield, Bengaluru. It offers five dining venues, wellness facilities, and 21,000 sq. ft. of event space. The hotel introduces two signature programs: The Pause Program and Whitefield Unscripted. With Hilton's backing, it aims to cater to luxury travelers seeking unique experiences in this culturally dynamic city.