Hotel Openings - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 20

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The KYLN Hotel Suzhou Celebrates Grand Opening, Joining the JdV by Hyatt Brand

🏨 KYLN Hotel Suzhou, opened by Hyatt Hotels Corporation, is located in the Xiangcheng District of Suzhou, China, near Yangcheng Lake. The hotel offers 327 guest rooms, suites, and apartments designed with a mix of traditional and modern styles. Culinary options include three dining venues, such as CHROMA Chinese Restaurant, and wellness facilities like the Yuan Fitness Center. The hotel features 7,534 square feet of conference space, a ballroom, and five multipurpose rooms for events.

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Duke Street Boutique Hotel now re-open in Liverpool under new ownership

🏨 Duke Street Boutique Hotel reopened in Liverpool in December 2025, a month after its purchase by Golding Group for £2.25 million. Originally launched in 2021, the hotel briefly went into administration. It features 30 en-suite rooms, with three offering courtyard access. Refurbished to premium standards, it now provides full staffing, a redesigned reception with a resident's bar, and a Breakfast-To-Go service. Room rates start at £50-60 per weekday.

IHG and Urban Property Group to Introduce Crowne Plaza to the Heart of Parramatta

🏨 IHG Hotels & Resorts partners with Urban Property Group to open Crowne Plaza Parramatta in 2029 in Sydney's second CBD. The 217-room hotel, opposite Parramatta Train Station, will offer dining, event spaces, and a rooftop infinity pool. The location benefits from cultural investments and the 2026 opening of Western Sydney International Airport. This hotel is part of Crowne Plaza's global expansion, with 415 open hotels and 144 in development worldwide.

Hilton Set to Double its Presence in Oman With Trio Signing, Including the Sultanate’s First Waldorf Astoria

🏨 December 23, 2025: Hilton signed an agreement with The Zubair Corporation to open three hotels in Muscat, Oman, doubling its presence. Hilton debuts Waldorf Astoria in Oman, aligning with Vision 2040's goal to attract 12 million tourists annually. The hotels, located in Barr Al Jissah, include 680 rooms collectively. Waldorf Astoria Muscat Al Husn offers 180 rooms, Hilton Muscat Al Bandar 198 rooms, and DoubleTree by Hilton Muscat Al Waha 302 rooms. Facilities include 15 dining venues, a 500-meter lazy river, and a dive centre.

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Chef Travis Swikard has just opened Fleurette, his second restaurant in San Diego

🍴 Fleurette opened on December 10 in La Jolla, San Diego. Helmed by chef Travis Swikard, it offers Mediterranean cuisine inspired by the French-Italian Riviera. The restaurant features a Provençal-inspired garden and a 120-seat space with a 24-seat patio. Signature dishes include bouillabaisse with local fish, fresh pastas, and lobster aïoli. Open Tuesday to Sunday, its bar, led by James Roe, follows local and Riviera inspirations. Sommelier Tracy Latimer curates a predominantly Old World and California wine list.

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La Stella Italian Steakhouse and Music Lounge opens in North Dallas, with steaks, wine, and live music

🍴 La Stella Italian Steakhouse and Music Lounge opened in Addison, Dallas in 2025, occupying an 11,000-square-foot space that housed Lawry's The Prime Rib for over 40 years. Designed by Daniele Venenzoni, it blends Old World Italian and Art Deco styles. The venue, hosting over 400 guests, includes a music lounge for 21+ patrons. Signature dishes include a 40-ounce bistecca alla Fiorentina and Japanese A5 wagyu steak. Expansion plans target Fort Worth.

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Peachtree Group Announces Grand Opening of Home2 Suites by Hilton in Ashburn, Va.

📍 Peachtree Group opened a 122-room Home2 Suites by Hilton at 4870 Lakeview Overlook Plaza, Ashburn, VA, marking their seventh property this year. Ashburn, known as "Data Center Alley," is a major tech hub with strong investments like Alphabet’s $1 billion expansion. The hotel offers modern suites with kitchens, flexible social spaces, and fitness facilities. Peachtree's division manages 112 hotels across 30 brands in the U.S. The location is under 10 miles from Dulles International Airport.

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Small Luxury Hotels of the World Details Growth Throughout 2025

🏨 Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) marked its 35th anniversary in 2025 by adding 100 new member hotels, surpassing 650 properties across over 90 countries. In 2026, new openings include Niva Labriz Seychelles, Shanghai Muh Shoou Zhujing in China, The Landmark Rhodes in Greece, and THE PASONA in Japan. In Australia, Levantine Hill Hotel will open, as well as Sanctuary Rainforest Resort in Dominica. SLH’s partnership with Hilton celebrated its first anniversary in July 2025, boosting revenue by 18%.

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Sonesta Expands NPA Franchise Portfolio With the Transition of 45 Hotels

📑 Sonesta International Hotels Corporation opened 45 hotels in November under franchisee NPA. These include 30 Sonesta ES Suites, 14 Sonesta Select Hotels, and 1 Sonesta Simply Suites, spread across 15 states. This expansion is part of a planned sale of 113 managed properties. By 2024, Sonesta aims to add 10 more properties, totaling 14,803 rooms in 28 states. NPA aligns with Sonesta for their industry expertise and market knowledge.

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Travelodge records biggest development year in more than a decade

🏨 Travelodge expanded significantly in 2025, opening 21 hotels and adding over 1,800 rooms in the UK. New builds were in Skegness, Harwich, London Beckenham, and Chiswick, while 17 hotels were acquired and rebranded. Nine hotels were upgraded, with more to follow in 2026. Projects include a 182-room hotel in Cardiff and developments in Douglas and Watford. Internationally, new acquisitions in Madrid and Bilbao are planned for 2026-2027. Sustainability features were emphasized in new builds.

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