Hotel Openings

📆 Minor Hotels aims to expand its portfolio to 850 properties by 2027. New luxury and select-segment brands include The Wolseley Hotels, Minor Reserve Collection, Colbert Collection, and iStay Hotels. These brands cater to diverse traveler needs, from luxury experiences to affordability. The initiative follows the March 2025 launch of Minor Hotels' masterbrand, aligning with their strategic growth plan. Chief Commercial Officer Ian Di Tullio emphasized these brands will enhance market presence and meet evolving travel demands.

🏨 Hilton is expanding in Türkiye, adding eight new properties in 2023, including diverse locations such as Istanbul, Izmir, Edirne, and Mersin. Notable openings: Elika Cave Suites Cappadocia (36 rooms, late 2025), Palazzo Donizetti in Istanbul (79 rooms, autumn 2025), and Hotel Konak Izmir (92 rooms, July 2026). The Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus is undergoing an $80 million renovation. These expansions highlight Hilton's strategic focus on both urban centers and emerging destinations.

🏨 Mama Shelter Zurich, the group's 19th hotel, opens in Switzerland’s Oerlikon district, offering a fusion of hotel and living space. Inspired by Swiss culture and landscapes, the interior features warm materials and bright colors. The hotel includes versatile spaces for work and leisure, from 16 to 260 square meters. Dining highlights include Mama's Restaurant with wood-fired pizzas and Mama's Garden rooftop. This opening follows Mama Shelter Dubai and precedes Toulon and a Paris location.