Hotel Openings

🏖️ Crestline Hotels & Resorts, chosen by JMA Ventures, now manages the 116-suite SpringHill Suites and 127-suite TownePlace Suites in Avon, Colorado. Both hotels offer easy access to the Rocky Mountains and feature amenities such as free Wi-Fi, complimentary hot breakfasts, and 1,515 sq. ft. of event space. Guests can enjoy the Corduroy Bar and Bites, a 24-hour fitness center, outdoor heated pool, and a complimentary shuttle to Vail & Beaver Creek.

🎲 Treasure Island TI Las Vegas Hotel opened under Accor's Handwritten Collection, marking Accor's debut in Las Vegas. With 2,884 rooms, it’s now the largest hotel in the Accor network. The launch campaign, "The Treasure of the Las Vegas Strip," is active. Located on The Strip, it features a 24-hour casino, pool, spa, theater, dining venues like Phil's Steak House, and connects to over 400 shops. Inspired by "Treasure Island," the hotel retains its adventurous theme.

🍵 Matchaful's new Ritual Bar in Brooklyn, opened in 2024 near Williamsburg café, offers a zen tea experience with guided tastings and matcha ceremonies. Designed by Now or Never Studio, the space features seating for eight, with natural materials like Cipollino Verde marble and local artisan ceramics. A matcha grinder room opens later this year. Located at 92 Berry St, the café encourages presence and connection with minimal decor, a landscaped patio, and seasonal tea menus.

🏨 Hilton Garden Inn Cincinnati/West Chester underwent a $1.6 million renovation over six months, completed in August 2026. Located in West Chester Township, Ohio, the 125-room property received updates to its guestrooms, lobby, meeting spaces, fitness center, pool, and outdoor areas. Managed by Ivy Hospitality and owned by Sterling Hospitality LLC, the hotel offers amenities such as free WiFi, an on-site restaurant, room service, an indoor pool, pet-friendly rooms, and Digital Key access.

🏨 Wyndham Hotels and Resorts has launched Tryp by Wyndham in The Hague Scheveningen, marking its first Dutch market entry. The 90-room hotel, located on the North Sea coast, underwent full renovation while preserving its historic 1960s identity. Located 30km from Rotterdam The Hague Airport, it features facilities like a fitness center, sauna, and event space for 100 guests. This new addition increases Wyndham's portfolio to five hotels across four brands in the Netherlands.

🏨 In 2015, La Réserve Paris opened on Avenue Gabriel, quickly becoming a top destination by offering a private residence feel. Located in Paris’ 8th arrondissement, near the Grand Palais and Eiffel Tower, it features Jacques Garcia's elegant design. The 140 sqm Eiffel Presidential Suite offers luxury and city views. Le Gabriel, a three Michelin-starred restaurant, stands out with its refined French cuisine. Spa Nescens provides relaxation with its 16-meter pool and expert treatments.

🏠 Designer Joyce Wang revamped the interior of the Mandarin Oriental The Landmark hotel in Hong Kong, aiming to evoke colonial mansion vibes. Located on Queen's Road in Central Hong Kong, the hotel first opened a decade ago and recently reopened after renovations by Joyce Wang Studio and a facade redesign by Neri&Hu. Emphasizing local relevance and heritage, the interior includes stone, timber, and terracotta tones, complemented by custom eglomisé glass and a curated art program.

🌳 August 4, 2026, Paris: Influence Society launched a website for SNUUG, a Swiss hospitality concept. Founded by Philippe Ossona de Mendez, SNUUG offers premium, eco-friendly stays in nature. Each suite is Swiss-made using local materials and renewable energy. Guardians, like farmers, host guests, boosting local economies. SNUUG promotes low-carbon travel and eco-tourism, set to open in 2026. The website showcases this innovative hospitality model, emphasizing sustainability and community involvement.

🏨 Effective hotel renovations and constructions require strategic capital planning with collaboration among owners, brand reps, designers, contractors, and vendors. Key priorities include FF&E investments, synchronized improvements, and technology integration. Projects face challenges like high construction costs, supply chain issues, and labor availability. Successful execution needs clear communication and proactive planning, focusing on guest experience and long-term asset value. Decisions impact hotel staff, owners, and guests, emphasizing the importance of creating supportive and functional spaces.

📅 In the hotel industry, proactive capital planning is vital for maintaining guest satisfaction and competitive positioning. Effective renovations involve collaboration with stakeholders to ensure projects are well-planned and executed. Prioritizing investments like FF&E, timing improvements together, and integrating technology are key. With rising construction costs and supply chain issues, careful planning and communication are crucial. The goal is to enhance guest experiences, support staff, and protect long-term asset values.