Hotel Openings

🏨 Mortenson Development (MDI) will begin construction on a dual-brand AC Hotel and Residence Inn by Marriott near the Las Vegas Convention Center on June 15, with completion expected by Summer 2028. The 233,330-square-foot property will feature 397 rooms, including 237 AC Hotel rooms and 160 Residence Inn suites. Designed by PK Architects and Wild Muse Interiors, amenities include meeting spaces, a fitness center, a rooftop pool, and a lounge.

🏗️ Designed by NOA, Berdenesh Hills in southern Albania spans nearly 280,000 square feet, featuring around 250 apartments and a hotel. Inspired by the coastal landscape and Tirana's rural transition, it mimics a citadel with a central piazza. The architecture integrates with the surroundings using raw plaster in earthy tones. Rooflines mirror the terrain across five terraced levels, offering sea views. Preliminary design approval is secured, and construction is set to start this year.

🏖️ Remington Hospitality, a hotel management company, is now managing Aruna Resort & Villas in Ambergris Caye, Belize, 1.3 miles west of San Pedro. This move expands their presence in the Caribbean and Latin America (CALA). The resort features canal-front and beachfront villas, a restaurant with a globally inspired menu, and spa services. Remington aims to enhance operational efficiencies and revenue at this boutique resort, aligning with their strategy to grow in high-demand leisure markets.

🏖 In Big Sky, Montana, Olson Kundig designed One&Only Moonlight Basin for hospitality developer Kerzner International, emphasizing its natural surroundings. The resort includes 73 guest rooms, 19 cabins, and 62 private homes with rustic and luxurious decor. Public spaces like Sky Lodge and restaurants such as Akira Back highlight local history and offer diverse dining experiences. The spa and fitness center complements this luxury resort, which balances Western spirit with design-led hospitality.

🏖 San Juan saw a tourism boom in 2025, marking a fifth record year, with 6.8 million airport and 1.6 million cruise arrivals. Major projects include a $60M upgrade at Wyndham Grand Rio Mar and a $150M overhaul at Ritz-Carlton, San Juan. Four Seasons launched after a $40M renovation, and Hyatt Centric Isla Verde underwent a $30M transformation. La Concha Resort's $80M rebranding reflects Puerto Rican culture. Juan Carlos Morales invested $4.5M in Santurce's Patio Elba.

🏨 Davidson Hospitality Group has been selected to operate Parrot Key Hotel & Villas in Key West, Florida, situated less than three miles from Old Town. The resort has 148 rooms, four pools, and a restaurant. A renovation is planned this summer. The property spans five acres of gardens, with a complimentary shuttle to Duval Street and Smathers Beach. Davidson also operates hotels in Key Largo and Islamorada, leveraging their experience in the Florida Keys.

🏨 Fairfield Inn & Suites Cape Cod Hyannis, located in Hyannis, Massachusetts, completed a full renovation enhancing guestrooms, public spaces, and amenities. The 125-room hotel, five minutes from downtown Hyannis and Hyannis Harbor, updated furnishings and added a coastal aesthetic. Enhancements include an indoor heated pool, a modernized fitness center, and renovated meeting spaces. Guests benefit from complimentary breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24/7 market. General Manager Kelly Hamel emphasizes the commitment to guest comfort.

🏨 Meliá Hotels International expands in Mendoza, Argentina, signing projects: Meliá Mendoza and Meliá Collection Valle de Uco, set to open in 2028. Meliá Mendoza offers 140 rooms in the city center, while the Valle de Uco location, 100 km away, features 110 rooms and branded residences. Meliá operates six hotels in Argentina, with five more in progress, reflecting growth in this high-demand market. These projects partner with Grupo Almarena, enhancing their strategic alliance.

🏝️ Davidson Hospitality Group, an award-winning company, will manage Parrot Key Hotel & Villas in Key West, Florida, less than 3 miles from Old Town. The resort includes 148 rooms, suites, and villas, 4 pools, and a signature restaurant. A renovation is planned for summer, with updates to public spaces and the restaurant. The hotel, nestled on 5 acres with lush gardens, offers a shuttle to Duval Street and Smathers Beach. Davidson also manages several other properties in the Florida Keys.