Hotel Openings - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 220

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Sneak Peek: Creating a Modular Tropical Landscape Resort in the U.S. – Ben Wolff

🏝️ May 16, 2025, South Florida, USA: Ben Wolff, co-founder of Onera and CEO of Oasi, plans to develop a modular tropical landscape resort. This venture is highlighted in the Hospitality Daily Podcast, providing insights into his strategic expansion within the hospitality industry.

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Cedric the Entertainer and Anthony Anderson open a barbecue restaurant in Los Angeles

🍖 Cedric the Entertainer and Anthony Anderson opened AC Barbeque, a fast-casual barbecue restaurant, last week in Los Angeles at Westfield Century City. This venture extends their "Kings of BBQ" TV show and retail brand. Partnering with Robert Earl and chef Burt Bachman, they offer dishes like Riverfront Ribs and AC Chopped Brisket. Previously, they launched a campus kitchen at Jackson State University and a food truck at Howard University. Future plans include expanding and franchising.

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New York Thai restaurant Fish Cheeks has opened a second location in Brooklyn

🍴 Fish Cheeks, established in 2016, opened a new 2,200 sq ft location in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, on May 13, 2025. Part of 55 Hospitality, it offers coastal Thai cuisine. The Brooklyn venue, designed by Space NY, features new dishes like tom yam noodles and marinated raw crab. Executive chef Dustin Everett, with experience from Momofuku Ssam Bar, leads the kitchen. Future expansions are planned, and 55 Hospitality will also debut Bub’s Bakery, an allergen-free concept, later this year.

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Kronos Homes launches sale of Salgados Resort residences

🏠 Kronos Homes launched sales for 96 luxury residences at Salgados Resort, Algarve, Portugal. The residences include 42 Westin and 54 Marriott units, managed by Highgate Portugal. Located near Salgados Beach, each unit is fully furnished with a balcony. Amenities include pools, fitness centers, and an 18-hole golf course. Prices start at €675,000 for Westin and €330,000 for Marriott. With limited availability and growing demand, these properties offer a unique investment opportunity.

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Ambassadors Bloomsbury hotel undergoes £7 million revamp

🏨 Wellbrook Hospitality rebranded Ambassadors Bloomsbury to The Memoir Club in May 2025. Located on Upper Woburn Place, the hotel features 100 rooms. The £7 million redesign by ICA Studio includes Apple TV, Nespresso machines, and eco-friendly amenities. The Adeline Restaurant serves Eastern-Mediterranean cuisine and cocktails inspired by Bloomsbury figures. Event spaces accommodate 300 guests for receptions or 264 for conferences. General Manager George Konstas highlights the blend of culture and innovation.

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Sparcstudio celebrates the opening of its latest project: The Brasserie at Sopwell House

🏨 Sparcstudio re-launched The Brasserie at Sopwell House, Hertfordshire in May 2025 to elevate guest experiences. The redesign encourages longer stays and offers a space combining elegance with modern flair. Sopwell House, led by Hotel Director Rafi Bejerano, received Condé Nast Johansen's 2025 award for Best Recently Renovated Hotel. Key features include bespoke furniture, versatile seating, and ambient lighting. This follows Sparcstudio's 16-year collaboration with the Bejerano family, including the £14 million Cottonmill Spa project.

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A Taste Of Bombay, A Stay In History: Design Revealed For Permit Room Portobello Restaurant And Lodgings

🏠 Permit Room, part of Dishoom, opened its first lodgings in May 2025 at 186 Portobello Rd, London. Housed in the historic Colville Hotel, originally from the mid-1860s, it features a 70-cover bar cafe, a 44-seat dining room, and two guest bedrooms. The venue, designed by Macaulay Sinclair, blends Bombay's bar culture with Victorian elements. More than 30 art pieces by South Asian artists enrich the space, led by Laura Newstead.

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Scotland-based restaurant concept Fish Shop opens its first outpost in Washington, D.C.

🐟 Fish Shop, part of Artfarm, opened in Ballater, Scotland, in 2023, quickly earning a Bib Gourmand award and a visit from King Charles III. A second location opened in Washington, D.C., on April 29, seating 180 inside with additional terrace seating and three private rooms for 10, 12, and 24 guests. The restaurant emphasizes fresh, ethically sourced seafood and sustainability in both menu and design. The D.C. location's menu is tailored to Mid-Atlantic seasonal availability, with a fish preparation room, and uses locally sourced meat and vegetables.

IHG strikes deal for first Even Hotel in Middle East

🏦 IHG Hotels & Resorts signed an agreement for Even Hotel Dammam, set to open in 2029—the first Even brand in the Middle East, situated in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. The 300-room hotel, developed in partnership with Marassi Al Bahr Development Company (Al Khaldi Holding), will be at the King Abdullah Civic Center. Even Hotels launched in 2012, offering wellness zones and has 37 hotels globally, with 13 in Mainland China. Even Hotel Dammam will feature biophilic design, wellness zones, Athletic Studio, Soul Studio, and a spa, aligning with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. IHG manages 45 hotels and plans 47 more in Saudi Arabia within 3-5 years.

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THE GRAND HOTEL BIRMINGHAM PRESENTS DOWNSTAIRS AT THE GRAND

🎷 Downstairs At The Grand, Birmingham City Centre’s only late night jazz bar, opens on Friday 16th May, operating Thursdays to Saturdays from 10pm to 2am at The Grand Hotel Birmingham. It features live music with artists like Tom Seals, Dino Baptiste, Chris 'Beebe' Aldridge, Dana Gillespie, and Lisa-Marie Holmes. Joe Spinoza And Friends perform on the opening night, followed by a diverse lineup including The Voice Of Rafael Nannetti and Genevieve Jazz throughout May. The venue offers cocktails, wines, and a late-night food menu. Visit www.downstairsatthegrand.co.uk for more details.

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