Hotel Openings

🌴 IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of the 480-acre Six Senses Camp Korongo near Kanab, Utah, expected to open in 2029. This luxury resort will feature 41 tented pavilions and 12 residences, offering stunning canyon views and proximity to national parks like Zion and Bryce Canyon. Six Senses Camp Korongo is being developed with Canyon Global Partners and designed by Luxury Frontiers, marking IHG's first collaboration with the California-based developer.

🏨 Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, part of Accor, plans to open a 225-key hotel in Calgary by Q4 2031 in partnership with Truman. Situated in Calgary's Greater Downtown, this mixed-use development will include a spa, event spaces, and 100 luxury residences. The project benefits from the $500 million BMO Centre expansion, completed in 2024, which boosts Calgary's convention capacity. The design and regulatory process starts in Q1 2026. Calgary drew over 8.7 million visitors in 2025, enhancing its appeal.

🏨 Palladium Hotel Group concluded 2025 with a €1.162 billion managed business volume, indicating 2% growth from 2024. Direct sales rose by 5%, comprising 32% of total business. Their loyalty programs generated over €210 million, with Palladium Rewards boasting 1.7 million customers—a 60% increase. For 2026, four new hotels are planned in Ibiza, Barcelona, New York, and Peñíscola. By 2029, nine more openings are scheduled, including their first Asia location in Vietnam.

🏨 PRIMESTAR Group, with Hilton, will launch a luxury hotel, Hilton Hamburg Elbtower, by 2029. Situated in Hamburg's Elbtower, it will include 195 rooms and suites. This marks Hilton's Hamburg debut and PRIMESTAR's entry into five-star hospitality. The project aligns with Smart City Hamburg, featuring a fully digital guest experience. The consortium, led by Dieter Becken, awarded the project. The digital infrastructure involves at-visions and swissnet Group.

🏢 Angsana Golf Residences Topaz, unveiled by Banyan Group Residences, is located in Laguna Phuket, Thailand. This branded residential development comprises three low-rise buildings with two- and three-bedroom units, penthouses, and exclusive amenities. Situated minutes from Bang Tao Beach, it spans over 1,000 acres. Owners enjoy Laguna Golf Phuket membership and The Sanctuary Club privileges, alongside benefits like property management and school access. Banyan Living manages rentals, ensuring strong returns and a worry-free experience.

🏖 Castello Sgr, through the HIIP, acquired the Calampiso Resort in Sicily, located between Trapani and Palermo. The resort covers 150,000 square meters with over 250 rooms, featuring restaurants and conference facilities. A €100 million investment will transform it into an ultra-luxury destination, reopening in 2029. This marks Castello Sgr's first investment in Sicily, furthering their strategy of focusing on high tourism potential locations with a sustainable, quality-oriented approach.

🏨 Toro Development Company (TDC) partners with Mainsail Lodging & Development for a 150-key lifestyle hotel at Medley, scheduled to open in 2028. Located at Johns Creek, Georgia, Medley opens October 29 with 883 residences, 164,000 sq. ft. of retail, and 110,000 sq. ft. of office space. The hotel will feature a signature restaurant, 5,000 sq. ft. of meeting space, and resort amenities. Medley will host 200 events annually, including wellness classes and art festivals.

🎭 Hotel de l'Opera Hanoi - MGallery Collection is undergoing a renovation set to complete in 2026. From May to October 2025, 50% of rooms, two dining venues, and more were revamped. New guest spaces, a boutique, and a M Moment experience are planned. Infrastructure upgrades include chiller systems and 600 square meters of solar panels, reducing energy dependency by 5%. The hotel maintains sustainability efforts, earning recognition as one of Vietnam's Top 10 Best Green Hotels in 2025.

🏨 My Place Hotels of America opened its third hotel in three years in Mesa, AZ, at 1555 S 105th Pl. Owned by Opwest Partners and Iridius Capital, with Legacy Management's 86-key property, the hotel offers signature amenities like a 24-hour store, guest laundry, and full kitchens. CEO Ryan Rivett aims for 20 locations in the coming years, signaling success in this fast-growing market. Conveniently located along U.S. 60, the hotel provides easy access to local attractions.

🏨 Gabriel Escarrer Juliá's company celebrates its 70th anniversary at FITUR 2026, following a successful 2025 with 51 new hotel signings, totaling nearly 9,200 rooms. By 2026, Meliá expects to operate 411 hotels, emphasizing luxury and sustainability. Locations include Spain, Italy, and new markets like Hungary. In 2026, 28 hotels will open, focusing on premium and luxury segments. Investments since 2023 total €975 million to transform over 90 hotels. Meliá's expansion involves 40 joint ventures, valued near €3 billion.