Hotel Openings

🏨 Belfast, February 2026: The Malone hotel reopens after an 18-month, multi-million-pound renovation, transforming the former Malone Lodge Hotel into a 103-bedroom, four-star luxury boutique hotel. The project includes redesigned rooms, the new Gallery restaurant, and Greyhound bar, creating 20 jobs. The hotel, owned by the Macklin family, dates back to 1945 as The Bowness Hotel. It earned recognition as one of the "24 best new hotels in the UK" by The Times.

🏖️ Four Seasons Resort Whistler has unveiled its transformed spa, inspired by Whistler's natural landscape, featuring new treatment rooms and the Ursa Lounge. Partnering with Sḵwálwen Botanicals, the spa offers journeys like "Magic of the Mountains" and "Rite of Balance," incorporating local botanicals and modern recovery tools. The resort also introduces Canada's first Onyx Collection by Matrix Fitness, enhancing the fitness studio with state-of-the-art equipment. Reserve activities through the concierge. Located at 4591 Blackcomb Way, Whistler.

🏨 Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced a record pipeline of 148,000 rooms by 2025, a 7% increase from 2024. The World of Hyatt loyalty program grew to over 63 million members, with a 13% increase in members staying over 50 nights. In 2025, Hyatt's signings surged 30% in the U.S. and 90% in India. New properties include The Clayfield, Park Hyatt Taormina, and Park Hyatt Sapporo, expanding Hyatt's global footprint.

🏨 Hilton expanded significantly in 2025, adding nearly 800 hotels and 100,000 rooms globally, achieving a 6.7% net unit growth. The company started construction on nearly 100,000 rooms, its highest ever. Hilton launched two new brands, Apartment Collection and Outset Collection, and reopened the Waldorf Astoria New York. With 9,000 operating hotels worldwide, Hilton hosted over 233 million guests in 2025. The company aims for a 6–7% net unit growth in 2026.

🏨 Bob W expands in London, Rome, and Florence with five new properties, adding 265 keys. In London, Bob W Hyde Park, a 102-key building, opened just nine days post-lease signing, featuring modern rooms near Paddington. Bob W Kensington, in a Victorian property, is close to major museums. CEO Niko Karstikko highlights their digital-first model and quick openings. Philip Grace notes their nimbleness and adaptability in scaling across cities without complicating operations.

🏨 Located at 1224 Beverwil Dr, Los Angeles, Cameo Beverly Hills, an LXR Hotel & Resort, unveils a luxurious transformation. The property features redesigned rooms and suites with private balconies, and Zampo, a signature dining spot boasting a Peruvian-Japanese fusion menu. The hotel, owned by Braemar Hotels & Resorts and managed by Remington Hospitality, offers unique experiences like the "Cameo to Catalina" trip. Guests can book through the hotel’s site or Hilton Honors app.

🏠 AVENEW Development and Hilton have signed an agreement to open Waldorf Astoria Dubai Islands and Waldorf Astoria Residences Dubai Islands. Located in Dubai, this project will feature 150 guest rooms and suites, and 120 branded residences. Facilities include dining venues and a spa. This marks AVENEW's sixth development in the area, highlighting Dubai's status in luxury hospitality. The initiative combines architectural excellence with Waldorf Astoria's signature service, enhancing the Dubai Islands community.

🏨 W Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy, is set to open its first property in Saudi Arabia's King Abdullah Financial District, Riyadh, this spring. W Riyadh - KAFD will feature 210 guest rooms, including 17 suites and 2 Penthouses. The hotel will offer 6 venues, including the W Lounge, and over 1,000 square meters of event space. Amenities include the AWAY Spa, FIT fitness center, and WET Deck. This marks a new chapter in luxury hospitality for the brand.

🏨 B3 Designers transformed Hobson House in Cambridge into The Hobson Cambridge by Adina, Adina's first UK property, with 56 studio apartments, meeting spaces, and a dining venue named Oz & Isle. The design respects the Victorian architecture while introducing modern features like lush greenery and nature-inspired artwork. The biophilic lobby and reception areas enhance the space's adaptability for day-to-night use, creating a welcoming aparthotel and vibrant social hub for guests and the local community.