Hotel Openings

🏖 Today, Sundance Mountain Resort in Utah opens the Inn at Sundance Mountain Resort, a 63-room ski-in/ski-out hotel designed by BSA Architects. Situated by the Outlaw Express lift, the Inn features Scottish and Western design influences with interiors by Fettle Design. Amenities include a ski valet, a gallery, and a lounge offering a European breakfast and alpine tapas. The resort will add 60 acres of terrain and a new lift by the 2026-27 season.

🏓 Singapore-based Open Studio transformed New Bahru Hall, a 1960s school hall, into a pickleball court. The project, commissioned by The Lo & Behold Group, preserved original teak panelling and mosaic flooring, while adding galvanised-steel elements. Updates included widened doors and custom lighting. New Bahru Hall now hosts live performances and events, with a waffle ceiling enhancing acoustics. The space retains historical features, emphasizing a nostalgic yet modern aesthetic. The renovation received positive feedback for its contemporary feel.

🏨 IHG Hotels & Resorts, a leading hotel company, announces the opening and signing of four new properties with Fairview Hotels in the UK: voco London – Bloomsbury, Garner Hotel Lincoln, Garner Hotel Rotherham East, and Garner Hotel Chesterfield North. Adding over 380 rooms to IHG’s UK pipeline, these sites enhance IHG’s footprint. Voco London – Bloomsbury will open mid-2026. Garner Hotel Rotherham East is operational since January 2025, while Lincoln and Chesterfield North will open February 2026.

🏨 Cheval Collection's loyalty program, Cheval DISCOVERY, surpassed its enrolment target by over 40% in just six months. One property exceeded its target by 500%. GHA DISCOVERY's loyalty program achieved $3.2bn revenue, a 21% increase from 2025. Cheval Collection expanded to over 950 units, opening Cheval Maison – Expo City Dubai in 2026 and planning launches in 2027 in Glasgow and Riyadh. The program offers 4-7% D$ rewards and discounts across 950+ properties.

🏨 Andaz Shanghai ITC, opening 3 February 2026, is in Shanghai's heritage district, located in the ITC Xujiahui complex. The hotel features 267 rooms and suites with floor-to-ceiling views and sizes ranging from 45 sqm to 147 sqm. Dining options include a rooftop bar and two restaurants. This luxury hotel draws on Shanghai’s rich history in design elements, offering a unique blend of nostalgia and contemporary luxury.

🏨 Fairmont Hotels & Resorts opened its first Vietnam property, Fairmont Hanoi, in Hanoi's Old Quarter, featuring 241 guest rooms, 38 Fairmont Gold rooms, and 12 suites. The hotel boasts Hanoi's largest pillarless ballroom, an extensive wellness facility, and eight dining options, including offerings from Michelin-starred chefs. Designed by Perkins Eastman and Aston Design, it harmonizes local heritage with modern luxury. The 38,000 sq.ft wellness club and 12,000 sq.ft ballroom highlight the hotel's expansive amenities.

🎵 The first UMusic Hotel opened in Madrid in 2023, at the historic Teatro Albéniz on Puerta del Sol. Universal Music Group partners with Dakia Ventures Group and Pyramid Hotel Group, using a decentralized model. The hotel integrates a 1,000-seat concert hall and music-driven experiences. Future locations include London, Paris, New York, and Miami, focusing on landmark buildings and strong music scenes. UMusic Hotels aim to blend luxury hospitality with music, offering unique cultural experiences.

🏨 Sonesta International Hotels Corporation opened William Tell, MOD Collection by Sonesta near Chicago on historic Route 66. Located at 6201 Joliet Road, Countryside, Illinois, the 180-room upscale hotel features an Olympic-sized swimming pool, children's pool, fitness center, and a full-service restaurant. Members of the Sonesta Travel Pass loyalty program can earn or redeem points. MOD Collection by Sonesta focuses on modern lifestyle and flexibility, offering curated food and beverage options.

🏨 SLS The Red Sea opened on Shura Island, Saudi Arabia, enhancing its reputation as a regenerative tourism spot. The resort offers 150 accommodations: 117 rooms, 18 suites, and 15 private villas, boasting luxurious design by Foster + Partners. Guests enjoy exclusive villas with private pools and terraces, surrounded by lush greenery. The resort is accessible via stylish strolls or golf carts, promising indulgent wellness and entertainment experiences. Located at 7007 King Faisal Road, Umluj.

🏖️ 2023 Booking.com survey shows 52% of American travelers prefer vacations extending lifespan. Sam Nazarian plans 15 luxury resorts and 10 medical centers by 2030 focusing on longevity. SHA Wellness in Spain, founded in 2008, expands to Mexico and UAE, offering integrative health services. Grand Resort Bad Ragaz in Switzerland launched Tamina Health Center, focusing on healthy living. The global wellness real estate market is projected to grow 18% annually through 2035.