Hotel Openings

🏨 Danish studio Norrøn Architects redesigned Hotel Hans, a 91-room hotel in a 1900 building straddling Copenhagen's Frederiksberg and Nørrebro neighborhoods. The hotel’s interior blends industrial and green elements, using terrazzo, polished steel, and green hues. The lobby features sculptures and custom lighting, while the BOLO restaurant offers Mediterranean cuisine. The hotel reflects Copenhagen's craftsmanship tradition, integrating bespoke furniture and art by Petterson & Hein, emphasizing a connection to the city’s history and greenery.

🏨 Frédéric Merlin, after acquiring BHV Paris, lost his buyer, Caisse des Dépôts, by continuing to sell Shein products, resulting in a multi-million euro fallback deal with Brookfield Asset Management. Brookfield, represented by Vincent Kerboull in France, bought BHV for €300 million. The deal includes transforming the top floors into a luxury hotel managed by Experimental Group, featuring a chic-and-fun concept, near Le Grand Mazarin and another Experimental hotel in the Marais district.

📅 Founded in 1961, Four Seasons, led by CEO Alejandro Reynal, emphasizes service excellence. The brand stays focused on hotels, residences, aviation, and yachts. Ownership includes Bill Gates, Prince Alwaleed, and Isadore Sharp. With 135 hotels and 61 residences in 47 countries, expansion plans include Cartagena, Venice, Greece, Saudi Arabia, Vietnam, and others, totaling 60 projects. Four Seasons Yachts launches in 2026. The Private Jet Experience continues, with new itineraries in Bali, Spain, and Mexico.

🏨 In Makkah, on October 2023, Hilton announced the opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Makkah Aziziyah. Located in Al Aziziyah, it's five minutes from Masjid Al Haram and near Hira Cave. The hotel features 381 rooms and offers dining options, a fitness center, and meeting facilities. It is part of Hilton Honors, providing member benefits like discounts and free Wi-Fi. For reservations, call +966 55 660 7594 or visit their website.

🏨 Hilton announced the opening of Wirgan Al Noor, Tapestry Collection by Hilton in Makkah. This marks the brand's debut in the city and is its largest globally, featuring 1,386 rooms and suites. Located near Hira Cave and 15 minutes from Masjid Al Haram, it offers amenities like an all-day dining restaurant, coffee shop, two ballrooms, eight meeting rooms, a fitness center, and a kids club. The hotel is part of the Hilton Honors loyalty program.

🏠 Waldorf Astoria Residences Sarasota, developed by Jebcore Companies and WMG Development, launched sales today. Situated in downtown Sarasota, Florida, the 18-story tower offers 86 residences ranging from one to five bedrooms, priced from $2.2 million. With interiors by Workshop/APD, amenities include a 25,000 sq. ft. rooftop garden. Construction starts in 2026, completing in 2029. Sarasota, noted for Siesta Beach, ranks as a top U.S. city for desirability and lifestyle.

🌴 Opening in spring at AMAALA's Triple Bay, Nammos Resort AMAALA features 110 guest rooms, suites, bungalows, villas, and 20 private residences. The resort highlights include the exclusive Cliff Villa, a wellness hub, infinity pools, and three dining venues. It partners with Augustinus Bader for innovative spa services. Set in Saudi Arabia, the resort embraces sustainability with a zero-carbon footprint, powered entirely by renewable energy.

🌴 February, Mauna Lani, Auberge Collection, Waimea, Hawaii, unveils newly renovated Oceanfront Suites. Features: open-air style, one- and two-bedroom options, ocean views, private lānais. Exclusive privileges: personalized concierge, private beachfront access, sunset dining, aperitif hour, and in-suite indulgences. Suite interiors boast island color palette, natural textures, and handcrafted details. Elevates guest experience at this storied oceanfront destination. Contact: 68-1400 Mauna Lani Dr, Waimea, HI 96743, +1 808-885-6622.

🛣️ EXPERIMENTAL* acquires Quinta da Comporta, located 1 hour and 20 minutes south of Lisbon, known for its beaches and rice fields. This follows their acquisition of Hotel Infante Sagres in Porto, opening in autumn 2026. EXPERIMENTAL*, founded in 2007, operates cocktail clubs, wine bars, and hotels in various locations like Paris, London, and New York. The brand plans to expand with hotels in Rome, Porto, and Comporta by 2026.

🏨 Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) has opened the Taj Gangtey Resort & Spa in Phobjikha, Bhutan. The 35-key resort features amenities like a J Wellness Circle Spa, indoor heated pool, fitness center, and yoga instructors. Guests can enjoy the Chang Lounge & Bar and Vista restaurant. Located in Bhutan's scenic Phobjikha valley, known for its natural beauty, this resort expands IHCL's footprint in the region, which includes properties in Maldives, Sri Lanka, Dubai, and Nepal.