Hotel Openings

🏨 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.

🏨 IHG Hotels & Resorts opened Hotel Indigo London Clerkenwell on 6 June 2025. Located at 2 Clerkenwell Road, just five minutes from Farringdon Station, it offers 143 guest rooms and 9 suites. Owned by the Davies family and operated by Axiom Hospitality, the hotel features the Wilderness Kitchen and Sabini Bar, and includes two meeting rooms for up to 60 guests. The Hat and Feathers pub provides a unique venue for events, reflecting Clerkenwell’s historical character.

🍺 Jennings Brewery reopened on July 4th, reintroducing historic beers and two new ones in Cockermouth, Cumbria. Originally closed in 2022, it returned to family ownership in February 2023. The brewery launched a new taproom, offering beer in casks and bottles, with local pubs prioritized for supply. Future plans include expanded facilities and events. Head Brewer Buster Grant uses traditional methods and ingredients, reviving local favorites. Orders are now being taken, with ongoing site development.

🏨 Hilton announced The Derby London City, Curio Collection by Hilton, in partnership with Dominus. Opening early 2026, this will be the tenth UK property in the Curio Collection. Located on Great Tower Street, the hotel features 237 rooms, including 10 suites, a restaurant, a gym, and meeting spaces. The project supports the City of London's "Destination City" strategy, aiming to enhance the business and leisure appeal of the Square Mile. Hilton Honors members can earn points and enjoy exclusive benefits.

🏨 NYX Hotel Erfurt features 284 rooms, including 31 suites, with options like the exclusive Heaven Suite. Set in Erfurt, the hotel offers a 17th-floor spa with city views. The conference area, 60 meters high, includes 13 rooms for up to 400 guests. Part of Leonardo Hotels' expansion, it joins eight existing East German locations. Future projects include NYX Hotel Leipzig in 2026, Leonardo Hannover Medical Park, and Leonardo Mainz in August 2025.

🍴 Pedrali transforms Milan's 13th floor Uptown Palace into "Orizzonti," a panoramic restaurant offering 360° city views, including the Duomo and Velasca Tower. Chef Luca Pedata leads the kitchen, blending Mediterranean traditions with contemporary techniques. Pedata, born in 1989, is supported by sous-chef Giuseppe Robustella. Designed by Patrick Jouin, Ester armchairs and Filicudi lamps enhance the space. Stiel armchairs by Sebastian Herkner and Ester barstools in the bar area add sophistication and comfort.

🛀 Kaldewei unveils the Puro Next bathtub series, a modern redesign offering three variants: single-seater, Duo with ergonomic backrests, and Combi for bath and shower. Sizes range from 160x70 cm to 190x90 cm. Crafted from glazed steel, its features include impact resistance and a sleek 10 mm tub edge. Optional safety finishes like Invisible Grip enhance slip resistance. The series offers luxury and practicality, catering to young couples, families, and mature homeowners.

🏥 Verita Healthcare Group launched Verita Health Hoi An at Wafaifo Resort, Hoi An, Vietnam, focusing on longevity and preventative healthcare. With Vietnam's competitive healthcare and booming tourism, this facility aims to merge resort comfort with advanced medical care. It offers treatments such as hyperbaric oxygen therapy, NAD+ infusions, and stem cell therapies. This marks Verita's expansion in Asia, highlighting Vietnam's rising role in wellness tourism.

🏎️ The Pop-Up Hotel offers an exclusive luxury experience at the 2025 British Grand Prix from July 3-6 at Silverstone Circuit, the only hotel inside the track. With a private viewing platform, art exhibits, and F1-themed amenities, guests enjoy top-tier hospitality. The site features gourmet dining and a wellness zone, with ELEMIS treatments and vitamin IV therapy. Rooms for 2026 became available on July 3, 2025. Secure your spot early for next year's F1 luxury hospitality.