Hotel Openings

🍴 Major Food Group opened Carbone Riviera on November 7 at Bellagio, Las Vegas. The 240-seat restaurant, crafted with designer Martin Brudnizki and MGM Resorts, occupies the former Picasso space by the Bellagio fountains. Inspired by coastal Italy, it features a seafood program with dishes like whole fish, linguine in red clam sauce, and Scottish langoustines. The menu includes an extensive wine list and unique cocktails. Carbone Riviera joins other MFG brands like Sadelle’s and Carbone at Aria.

🏠 Kerzner International and Midad Real Estate will develop Atlantis and One&Only properties in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Part of the Jeddah Central masterplan, these developments will be 30 minutes from Jeddah International Airport. The Atlantis Jeddah will feature 800 rooms, over 20 dining concepts, and Aquaventure Waterpark. The One&Only resort will include the brand's first Private Homes in Saudi Arabia. Both projects emphasize sustainability and aim to elevate Jeddah's global hospitality status.

📍 IHG Hotels & Resorts plans to expand its Saudi footprint by signing a dual management agreement with Mosa bin Abdul Aziz Al-Mosa and Sons. By early 2027, the 232-room Crowne Plaza Al Khobar Al Bandariyah will open near the Corniche, while the 106-room Holiday Inn Riyadh Rose Yard will open in the Al-Suwaidi district by late 2026. The projects support Saudi Vision 2030 and add to IHG’s 46 operational hotels and 60 in the pipeline in Saudi Arabia.

🏨 Hawkins Way Capital, in partnership with Marriott International, launched the Series by Marriott brand with two U.S. hotels: FOUND Miami Beach, opened on November 10, 2025, and FOUND Santa Monica, opened on November 13, 2025. These openings are part of a plan to convert six properties into FOUND Hotels, Series by Marriott. Managed by FCL Management, the Miami Beach hotel features renovated interiors and Bar Luca, while Santa Monica includes updated guest spaces and the Cliffdiver restaurant.

🏨 Mandarin Oriental is set to open a hotel, serviced apartment, and branded residence project in Jeddah Central by 2030. Located on the Red Sea coast, the waterfront project will feature 140 hotel rooms, 115 serviced apartments, and 187 branded residences. Amenities include five dining venues, a cinema, a golf simulator, and a spa. Designed by KPF, this development is part of Jeddah Central's urban tourism plan, enhancing Saudi Arabia's luxury hospitality offerings.

🏖️ White Elephant Resorts will open a 54-key hotel in Aspen on 3 February 2026, marking the brand’s first site in the American West. Located at Main Street and Garmisch Street, the hotel will feature modern Alpine design by Boston's Embarc. Highlights include the Ajax Penthouse with mountain views and a 125-piece art collection curated by Emily Santangelo. Guests will enjoy seafood at LoLa 41°, local pastries, and pet-friendly amenities.

🍴 Lannan Pantry, a retail and event space, opened on 28th October in Edinburgh, next to the Lannan bakery. It offers seasonal produce, meats, charcuterie, cheese, and wine. The first pre-orders for viennoiserie went live on 4th November for collection from 11th November. Opening hours are 10am-5pm, Tuesday-Sunday. Designed by Patricia Rodi and Natalie Cécile, the interior features French-inspired elements. Owner Darcie Maher aims for a zero-waste approach, integrating the pantry with Lannan's kitchen and bakery operations.

🍷 Who? Whisky expert Phil Keene, House of Hazelwood, and Treloyhan Manor. When? 30 November 2025. Where? Treloyhan Manor. What? Exclusive whisky tasting event featuring 250 years of whisky heritage with six rare whiskies aged between 33-53 years. How? Led by whisky expert Phil Keene; tickets cost £500 (or £250 with accommodation) for one of 36 spots.

🏠 The former HSBC bank in Chipping Norton is on sale by Watling Real Estate for £1.8 million. Built in the late 19th century for Midland Bank, it was vacated by HSBC in 2017. Planning consent exists for conversion to a boutique hotel and restaurant. Features include domed stained glass roof-lights. Located in the Cotswolds, the property suits various uses, tapping into local tourism, including attractions like Diddly Squat Farm Shop.

🏨 Pullman Hotels & Resorts, part of Accor’s Premium portfolio, launched a global brand transformation in Paris. The Pullman Portal design is debuting at Pullman Dubai Jumeirah Lake Towers, with future openings at Pullman Perth Airport and Pullman Hamilton. Over 60% of Pullman's 20,000+ employees completed new empathy-focused training. By 2026, initiatives like Unexpected Pairings and new locations in Guadeloupe, Montenegro, and Tokyo will enhance Pullman's global footprint, aiming to exceed 200 hotels within five years.