Hotel Openings

🌎 Davidson Hospitality Group has expanded into Europe, adding Ragdale Hall Spa in Leicestershire, UK, to its portfolio. Ragdale Hall Spa spans 13 acres, with 93 rooms and suites, featuring 11,400 sq ft of spa facilities, six indoor pools, and four restaurants. Awarded Best Spa for Wellness 2025, this adults-only retreat focuses on wellness. Davidson manages 84 hotels globally. The group plans further expansion in Europe, targeting upscale and luxury hotels, mirroring its US growth strategy.

🍴 This November, SOOM, a new Korean BBQ restaurant by the creators of 3KOBROS, opens at 99 St Martin’s Lane, London. Guests can savor premium meats and Korean dishes, including vegetarian, vegan, and halal options. Designed with traditional Korean aesthetics, SOOM features a 12-seat centerpiece table, a ground floor bar, and private dining spaces. A soft launch will offer 25% off food for early visitors.

🎄 Wynyard Hall is hosting Christmas events from November 21-23, featuring a Christmas Fayre with artisan stalls and festive food. December events include Carols in the Chapel and Festive Afternoon Tea, with limited tickets available. The estate offers winter garden strolls, dining at The Glass House, and spa visits. Corporate events are also available, promising exquisite dining and exceptional service. Early booking is recommended as tickets sell quickly.

🏨 IHG and tristar Austria GmbH will open the Kimpton Salzburg by mid-2028, marking Kimpton's Austrian debut. Located by the Salzach River, the hotel will feature 119 rooms, including 11 suites. Part of a Midstad-led redevelopment, it adds to IHG's 210 hotels open and 63 in development across the DACH region. Salzburg, Austria's second-largest hospitality market, presents a strategic opportunity for Kimpton.

🏨 IHG Hotels & Resorts, in collaboration with tristar Austria GmbH, will open Kimpton Salzburg in mid-2028, marking the brand's debut in Austria. Located on the Salzach River, the 119-room hotel will feature 11 suites with river and castle views, a fitness center, and meeting spaces. This development is part of a larger project by Midstad. IHG's DACH region portfolio exceeds 5,000 rooms, with 14 hotels in Austria and five more planned.

🏨 Rosewood Hotel Group is transforming its brand, focusing on cultural connection and personal experiences. By 2023, they are enhancing guest engagement at 41 locations, such as marine ecology at Rosewood Miyakojima, Japan, and indigenous healing in Mexico. New properties include Rosewood Courchevel opening in December, and Rosewood Blue Palace in Crete by 2026. Emphasizing discovery, they aim to foster deeper cultural immersion and personalized experiences, appealing to travelers seeking more than luxury accommodations.

🏨 Woolley Grange, a Jacobean manor near Bath, England, reopened following a renovation by StudioJill. The redesign includes all 25 rooms, public spaces, and a revitalized spa with new treatment rooms and a sauna. It blends tradition with modern comfort, using earthy tones and handcrafted furniture. The hotel retains beloved features like fairground rides and the Woolley Bears Den children’s club. Future enhancements include new rooms and garden upgrades.

🏠 Quality Branded opens Limusina, a 215-seat, tri-level restaurant in Midtown Manhattan, formerly a parking garage. Designed with GRT Architects, the space spans 5,000 sq ft, embracing a retro-futuristic vibe inspired by *Blade Runner*. Highlights include a main bar with abstract lighting, a dining room with naturally dyed curtains and marble floors, and a secret dining room for 10. Unique features include a "pool" dining area and red-and-purple travertine private room.

🏨 Hotel Glorieta opens on October 25th above downtown Santa Fe, featuring 128 rooms. Owned by Bullwhip Capital and JMI Realty, and redesigned by French & French Interiors, it retains the original 1976 architectural character with modern touches. Amenities include a retail shop, the Marigold Room for entertainment, a Leisure Club, and new dining at Lady Duff’s Lounge. Event spaces are upgraded, including the Maravilla Ballroom and an intimate Chapel with an outdoor lawn for weddings.

🏥 Davidson Hospitality Group expands into Europe, announcing the addition of Ragdale Hall Spa in Leicestershire, UK. Set on 13 acres, the spa features 93 rooms and suites, 11,400 square feet of spa facilities, six pools, and 42 treatment rooms. The group aims to maximize profitability and deliver heartfelt hospitality. Davidson's European focus will be on upper-upscale and luxury hotels, starting with this iconic wellness retreat.