Hotel Openings

The next era of hotel branding is about individuality at scale. Yesterday, Hilton announced Outset Collection, a lifestyle brand targeting independent hotels. With more than 60 properties already in development,…

Cambridge’s historic Hobson House on St Andrew’s Street begins a new chapter on 10 November 2025 with the official opening of The Hobson Cambridge by Adina. Marking the UK debut of TFE, the Australian-born brand introduces its distinctive apartment-style concept to the city with 56 keys set within the Grade II listed building. Blending centuries of heritage architecture and storied history with contemporary comfort, the launch offers guests an exciting new way to experience Cambridge.Once the stables of 17th Century businessman, Thomas Hobson, whose name gave rise to the phrase "Hobson’s Choice", and later home to the city’s police and fire station, the building has witnessed nearly seven centuries of Cambridge life. Its distinguished façade, grand timber beams, vaulted ceilings, and period detailing speak to its layered history. Today, these historic features are artfully preserved and complemented by 56 meticulously designed apartments, each offering guests a stylish blend of indepe...

Leading global hospitality management company, Valor Hospitality Partners, is expanding its Americas portfolio into the Ohio market with the addition of The Summit Hotel, an existing premier independent hotel in Cincinnati. Valor will bring its global independent luxury experience to the property and will join Marriott International’s family of brands with the property’s conversion to a Le Méridien, bringing the timeless sophistication and European flair of the brand to ‘The Queen City’ for the very first time.

lebua, the international Thai luxury brand celebrated for its iconic properties in Bangkok and beyond, is proud to announce its comeback in India with the opening of a boutique luxury hotel in the heart of Udaipur — one of the country’s most captivating and culturally rich destinations. This marks a defining milestone for lebua as it once again brings the brand’s legacy of impeccable service in curating sophisticated stays to India’s growing luxury landscape.

RIU Hotels & Resorts has announced that the Hotel Riu Guanacaste is to reopen following a full refurbishment to update the facilities and take the holiday experience to a new level. This iconic resort, located in the privileged setting of Matapalo Beach in Costa Rica, has been refurbished to continue offering a high-quality service to its guests, all while respecting the essence of the destination.

The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) , India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the opening of Gulab Haveli, Mandawa- IHCL SeleQtions, a restored heritage retreat nestled in the heart of Rajasthan’s historic town of Mandawa.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of Caption by Hyatt Kabutocho Tokyo, located in Nihonbashi Kabutocho, Tokyo. Steps away from Kayabacho and Nihonbashi subway stations, the 195-room hotel places guests within easy reach of Tokyo Station, Marunouchi, and Ginza, with convenient connections to both Haneda and Narita airports. Caption by Hyatt Kabutocho Tokyo serves as a new neighborhood hub anchored by Talk Shop—an all-day social space where guests and locals can eat, drink, work, and meet.

Waterford Hotel Group, a national leader in hospitality management, today announced the addition of two distinguished properties to its growing portfolio: the Sheraton Flowood The Refuge Hotel & Conference Center in Flowood, Mississippi, and the Maison Dupuy Hotel in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Ocean Key Resort & Spa, located at the very edge of Duval Street where the ocean meets the sky, announces the December 2025 debut of its newly redesigned lobby, bar, and lounge. This highly anticipated project introduces a fresh sense of place that reflects the resort’s reputation as one of Key West’s most vibrant and luxurious retreats, blending the spirited charm of the island with the sophistication of an award-winning property recognized among the best in the U.S. and Caribbean.

Tokyo welcomes a striking new addition to its skyline this October with the opening of JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo, the brand’s first property in the world’s largest city.