Hotel Openings

🏨 Radisson Hotel Group opens Palazzo San Gottardo Lake Como, marking the Radisson Collection's debut in Como, Italy. The hotel, positioned near Piazza Cavour and Piazza Volta, features 70 rooms, a spa, three dining venues, and a fitness studio. Originally opened in 1926, the building preserves its historic stone cornices. A meeting room, Sala Cavour, spans 40 square meters, seating 20 people. Private lake tours are offered in partnership with Tasell, with a pier located under 100 meters away.

🏨 Europe, Q4 2025: Lodging Econometrics reports 1,717 hotel projects with 252,600 rooms in development. Of these, 754 are under construction, 588 in early planning, and 375 near groundbreaking. Notably, 700 hotels are undergoing renovations, affecting 90,066 rooms. The UK leads with 274 projects, and London tops cities with 76 developments. Upscale and upper midscale projects dominate, with openings expected to rise from 255 in 2025 to 320 by 2027.

🏨 Radisson opens Palazzo San Gottardo in one of Europe's most constrained and coveted markets, focusing on high-end hotel development. The strategic move highlights a selective approach to the luxury accommodation sector, aiming to strengthen Radisson’s presence in premium markets. The opening signifies a shift towards carefully curated hospitality experiences, aligning with evolving market demands.

🏠 Aldar Development announced Baccarat Residences Saadiyat in Abu Dhabi’s Saadiyat Cultural District. The development includes 77 residences with views of Guggenheim Abu Dhabi and the Arabian Sea. Designed by Sou Fujimoto Architects and StudioPCH, amenities feature a private spa, infinity pool, and concierge services. Located near beaches, golf clubs, and educational institutions, this marks Baccarat's first UAE residential project. Jonathan Emery emphasizes its luxury, while Baccarat's Barry Sternlicht praises Saadiyat's cultural ambition.

🏨 Ruby Group, in collaboration with Kervis SGR S.p.A., plans to open its third Italian hotel in Milan’s Isola district by 2028. This 128-room hotel, located at Zara metro station, will feature ground-floor F&B and an inner courtyard terrace. The project combines several existing buildings, enhancing urban assets through adaptive reuse. Ruby's expansion in Italy, after Rome and Florence, taps into Milan's robust business and leisure demand.

🏨 Walker & Dunlop arranged $371.5 million to develop The Nashville EDITION Hotel & Residences in Nashville's Gulch. The 28-story tower will feature 261 hotel rooms and 84 residences, plus amenities like a spa, golf simulator, and rooftop pool. Positioned at 11th Ave N and Grundy Street, the project adds to Nashville's luxury hospitality scene, addressing local demand for upscale living. The Nashville MSA hosts over 2.1 million people and 40,000 businesses, indicating strong market momentum.

🏨 CHEVY CHASE, Maryland—PM Hotel Group opened Hilton Garden Inn Merced in Merced, California. Positioned near UC Merced and downtown, it caters to business and leisure travelers. The hotel offers contemporary guestrooms, event space, and dining amenities. Paul Sacco, chief growth and development officer, highlighted Merced’s economic growth, emphasizing the hotel's strategic importance. This opening expands PM Hotel Group’s presence on the West Coast, with the nearest managed property in Southern California.

📍 Columbia Hospitality, on February 1, 2026, in Seattle, Washington, will manage Hotel 1000, located downtown near Pike Place Market and the waterfront. The hotel features 120 rooms, including 36 suites and a 2,000-square-foot presidential suite. Amenities include The Nineteenth, a Topgolf Swing Suite, All Water Seafood & Oyster Bar, and Rosebay cocktail bar. Hotel 1000 will join Hyatt's Unbound Collection, enhancing Columbia Hospitality's diverse portfolio across the U.S.

🏨 Capella at Galaxy Macau opened in Cotai, Macau, offering 95 suites and penthouses over 17 stories. Suites start at 128 sqm, with penthouses nearly 700 sqm. Highlights include Capella Culturists, bespoke experiences, and a 650+ whisky collection. Chef Vicky Cheng, Michelin-starred, leads the culinary scene, with his fine-dining restaurant opening in 2026. Signature experiences include helicopter tours and visits to Lai Chi Vun. This urban retreat sets a new luxury benchmark in Macau.