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Zedwell to Open New Hotel in Central Oxford, Aiming for 9,000 Rooms Nationwide by 2028

🏨 Zedwell plans to open a hotel in central Oxford, occupying the six-storey Oxenford House, a 22,000 sq ft site near the Ashmolean Museum. Oxford sees over 7 million visitors yearly, supporting innovation in biosciences, healthcare, and technology. The hotel will feature fully automated services, soundproof rooms, and AI-powered WhatsApp assistance. Aiming for 9,000 rooms by 2028, Zedwell continues its UK expansion, says Head of Hotels Halima Aziz.

IHG's Garner Hotels Reaches 100 Open Locations Globally, Fastest Brand Growth Achieved Since August 2023 Launch

🏨 IHG Hotels & Resorts' Garner Hotels reached 100 open hotels globally by August 2023, becoming the fastest IHG brand to scale. With a pipeline of nearly 80 hotels across 12 countries including the U.S., Mexico, and Japan, Garner saw 52% of IHG room openings in 2025. Supported by flexible development and competitive costs, Garner opened 23 hotels in the Americas and 43 in EMEA in 2025, with notable debuts in Mexico, Italy, and Japan.

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The Curtis, a DoubleTree by Hilton, Completes Multimillion-Dollar Renovation of All 13 Themed Floors in Denver

🏨 Denver, Colorado—The Curtis, a DoubleTree by Hilton hotel, completed a multimillion-dollar renovation, updating all 13 themed floors and suites with new designs curated by NINE dot ARTS. Guests enjoy interactive elements, smart TVs in Hilton Connected Rooms, and upgraded WiFi. The hotel features over 30,000 square feet of revamped meeting spaces and Denver’s largest outdoor hotel meeting space. Lizzie Raudenbush, the general manager, led this transformation, emphasizing a playful guest experience.

IHG's Garner Hotels Achieves Milestone with 100 Global Openings, Fastest Brand Expansion in Company History

📍 Garner, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, hit 100 global hotels, making it IHG's fastest scaling brand. In 2025, 32 signings and 23 openings were achieved in the Americas, including the first in Mexico. In EMEAA, 43 hotels opened, fueled by a 2024 NOVUM Hospitality deal. Debuts occurred in Italy, Türkiye, the UK, and Japan (three in Osaka, one in Kyoto). The brand also entered Southeast Asia with a Thailand hotel and made five signings in India.

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Ascend Collection Surpasses 500 Properties Milestone with New Openings in Florida and New York

🏨 Ascend Collection, part of Choice Hotels, reached its 500th property milestone with openings in Downtown Hollywood, Florida, and Seneca Falls, New York. The Harrison Hotel offers 95 rooms and amenities, while The Gould Hotel has 48 rooms in a historic setting. As of March 2, 2026, the brand has a 70-property pipeline, expanding in Europe, Canada, Africa, and Latin America. A partnership with SSAW Hotels in China will add 9,500 rooms.

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Central Beach Leisure Invests £3.5m to Transform Blackpool's Royal Carlton Hotel Into Luxury Boutique Hotel

🏨 Central Beach Leisure, led by John and Elishar Westhead, revamped Blackpool's Royal Carlton Hotel into a luxury boutique hotel with a £3.5m investment. Acquired in March 2025, the hotel opens on 11 April, featuring 38 refurbished rooms and the new restaurant XI. The company has invested over £15m in the region, with 35 suites available and 45 more launching in May. Properties include Park Road Suites and Pleasure Beach Apartments.

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Point A Hotels to Open 206-Room Edinburgh St Andrew Square Property in Summer 2026

🏨 Point A Hotels is set to open a 206-room hotel at St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, in summer 2026. The hotel, designed by Leisure Concepts and Maith Design, includes 148 double rooms and 58 twin rooms. It features historical elements like a restored helix staircase and will use air source heat pumps for sustainability. This development marks Point A's second Edinburgh location, adding to its presence in the UK’s dynamic hotel market since 2019.

The Shore Club Turks & Caicos Joins The Leading Hotels of the World Collection After 10th Anniversary Celebration

🏖 The Shore Club Turks & Caicos has joined The Leading Hotels of the World, marking its 10th anniversary. Located in Long Bay Beach, it features 8,800 sq. ft. of indoor-outdoor living, heated pools, and yoga on the sand. Culinary offerings include Southern and Peruvian-Japanese cuisine. The Leaders Club provides exclusive benefits at over 400 luxury hotels globally, including free nights and upgrades. CEO Stan Hartling highlights the resort's dedication to design and guest experience.

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Accor Repositions Sofitel Rio de Janeiro; Hilton Plans to Double Brazilian Portfolio by 2030

🏨 Accor plans to transform the Sofitel Rio de Janeiro Ipanema with 172 redesigned rooms by 2026. Hilton aims to double its Brazilian portfolio, currently around 30 hotels, by 2030. Accor has over 330 hotels in Brazil, its largest market in the Americas. Hilton's growth will involve 10 brands operating in Brazil. Both expansions highlight Brazil's strategic importance for global hotel operators.

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Dalata Shareholders Approve €1.4 Billion Takeover by Pandox AB and Eiendomsspar AS, Awaiting Court Approval

🏨 In 2029, Dalata will open a new four-star Maldron hotel on Hammersmith Road, Kensington, marking its seventh property in London with over 1,400 rooms. This £1.3bn project near Olympia London involves converting an office into 370 guestrooms, a restaurant, and more. Designed as an all-electric building with BREEAM “Excellent” certification, it aligns with UK's energy policies. Dalata recently approved a €1.4 billion takeover by Pandox AB and Eiendomsspar AS.

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