Hotel Openings

🏨 Libere Hospitality Group (LHG) will repurpose the Cooper’s Building in Liverpool into a 148-studio aparthotel, preserving its heritage features while adding modern upgrades. Located in the city center, near shopping and Lime Street Station, the building was designed in 1914 and originally housed Coopers and Co department store. John Harrington highlights the project's flexibility for both leisure and business travelers. The renovation covers four of the building's six upper floors.

🏖 In 2026, Robins & Morton completed the Embassy Suites by Hilton Gulf Shores Beach Resort in Alabama, located near The Hangout, a venue for Sand In My Boots music festival. The resort includes a Starbucks, Sweet Cone Alabama, and various bars and restaurants. The Hilton Tapestry – Beal House in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, honors Dr. James Hartley Beal, with a seashell mosaic and local art. Both projects emphasize local culture and tourism-driven amenities.

📍 Developers DSM Real Estate Partners and Stafford Development Company have begun construction on The Chambray, a 125-key boutique hotel in downtown Roswell, Georgia. Scheduled to open in summer 2027, it will be operated by The Indigo Road Hospitality Group and join Hyatt’s JdV Collection. The Chambray will feature 215 rooms, including three F&B venues and 2,300 square feet of meeting space, enhancing Roswell's community spirit and growth.

🍴 Ola Jachymiak Studio recently unveiled Nora, a modern Turkish restaurant in London's Canary Wharf. Located in the Wood Wharf expansion, the design merges three units into a 300-square-metre, mid-century-inspired space with a capacity for over 100 guests. The design uses warm materials like oak and zellige tiles, combining Anatolian influences and mid-century sensibility. Custom furnishings and bespoke lighting create a vibrant yet soothing atmosphere, echoing the rich textures of Istanbul's markets.

🏨 AC Marriott Hotel Ann Arbor Downtown opened by First Martin Corporation and First Hospitality, located in Downtown Ann Arbor Main Street District, Michigan. Spread over 81,745 sq. ft., it features 139 rooms. The hotel includes local art, a solar array generating over 50 kWh daily, a sixth-floor lounge, and a 500 sq. ft. executive boardroom. The first AC Hotel in Ann Arbor, it offers modern amenities, marking the brand's fourth location in Michigan.

🏨 Pazziella Capri will join Marriott’s Luxury Collection in spring 2026, following a partnership with The SNG Hotels Group. Situated in central Capri, near the Piazzetta and Via Camerelle, it features two villas, 25 rooms, and suites, some with private pools or hot tubs. Guests can enjoy Campanella restaurant, a pool, and on-site services. This collaboration aligns Pazziella with Luxury Collection standards, enhancing its hospitality while preserving its unique character.

🏨 Capella Hotel Group opened the 95-key Capella at Galaxy Macau, joining a lineup with Raffles and The Ritz-Carlton. The hotel offers suites and penthouses across 17 floors, featuring Parisian design and Michelin-starred dining. Amenities include personal butlers, private pools, and cultural experiences. The ground-floor lobby showcases a custom LED screen by artist Laura Cheung. Dining options include Botanica, with 48 seats, and Pony & Plume, offering over 650 whiskies.

🏝️ Nobu Hospitality will debut in the Maldives, launching a resort at Laamu Atoll on Munyafushi Island. The project, in partnership with Sarat International, includes 26 beach villas, 30 overwater villas, and 10 Nobu Island Estate Residences for ownership. Amenities feature a Nobu restaurant, spa, gym, diving center, and tennis courts. CEO Trevor Horwell emphasizes blending design and nature, while Sarat's Ali Ahsan highlights redefining luxury living.

🏠 Aman Group's Janu debuts in the Middle East with Janu Dubai in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). The development includes a 150-key hotel, 59 residences, and the first global Janu Club. Residences range from two to five bedrooms, with access to a 34th-floor lounge, infinity pool, and shared hotel amenities. Designed by Herzog & de Meuron, the tower features outdoor terraces and gardens. Additional Janu properties are planned for Al Marjan Island, Saudi Arabia, and Turks and Caicos.

Blog Post Excerpt 🌍 Nobu Hospitality, in collaboration with Sarat International, will launch the Nobu Hotel, Residences, and Restaurant Maldives on Munyafushi Island in Laamu Atoll. The resort will feature 56 villas and 10 private island residences, each with pavilion-style living and private beachfronts, complete with yachts. The central dining venue will host Nobu's Japanese-Peruvian cuisine. Amenities include a spa, fitness facilities, and more, all harmoniously blending Japanese heritage with natural surroundings.