Hotel Openings

🏖 Pismo Beach, California—Peregrine Hospitality will launch Pacific Point Resort in July 2023, overlooking the Pacific Ocean. This 12-acre resort, with 170 rooms, is a $50 million investment, revamping Pismo Lighthouse Suites and Shore Cliff Hotel. Located off Highway 1, the resort features ocean-facing rooms, two pools, and a café. Designed by SFA Design, it offers vintage-inspired decor, an interactive wine wall, and a variety of leisure activities including a Whale Watch Dispatch service for wildlife enthusiasts.

🏨 Dublin-based Staycity Group signed a 20-year lease for a new Wilde aparthotel at Brooks on East in Berlin, opening in 2027. The Friedrichshain district site will feature 222 apartments in two towers, near Ostbahnhof station and East Side Gallery. The project resumed in September 2024 after previous insolvency. Arrow Global and Red Square led negotiations. Staycity's strategic expansion targets high-footfall European urban locations appealing to business and leisure travelers.

🏨 In 2026, 93-year-old Adrian Zecha will debut Azuma Farm Koiwai, a new hotel brand promoting luxury as a feeling rather than opulence. The concept embraces experiences shaped by the land, including horse riding, seasonal harvests, and local rituals. Zecha, the creator of Aman, aims to redefine luxury in hospitality, focusing on meaning and transformation rather than status. This shift reflects a growing trend of guests seeking presence over flashy displays.

🏌️ Stableford, a new private golf and lifestyle club, is set to open in West Los Angeles later this year. Designed by Mazzarini & Co., the 13,000-square-foot clubhouse emphasizes modern design, privacy, and quality experiences. It features eight TrackMan simulator lounges, a PuttView-powered putting experience, wellness suites, and social spaces. Founding memberships are available by invitation. The club aims to integrate golf into daily routines, offering both recreation and relaxation in a timeless setting.

🏥 Hong Kong, Sha Tin Racecourse—Joyce Wang Studio unveils Genso, a two-floor immersive dining and entertainment spot. Fudo Town Food Hall on the lower floor offers Japanese street food in a setting inspired by Tokyo's Golden Gai. The upper level, Izakaya, features neon-clad islands and overlooks live horse racing. Interior draws from "Blade Runner" with teal, orange hues, and manga themes. Collaborating with Foreign Policy, they crafted unique wallcoverings and ceramic tiles celebrating manga culture.

🏡 Scheduled for 2028, Six Senses Residences Belize will introduce 16 overwater residences and 40 bungalow suites on Emerald Caye near Ambergris Caye. Residential prices start at $3.75 million, with designs by Studio CABAN offering 4,387 to 7,891 sq ft layouts. Amenities include restaurants, a spa, and a yoga pavilion, integrating traditional Mayan practices. Each villa includes a pool and wellness features, with furnishing by Maed Collective and Huber Design Studio.

🏖 WorldHotels™ announced WorldHotels Backdrop, offering upscale glamping retreats globally, including Zion Wildflower Resort in Utah, Asheville River Cabins in North Carolina, and The Lodge at Pico Bonito in Honduras. The global glamping market, valued at $3.79 billion in 2025, is projected to reach $7.87 billion by 2033, driven by demand for luxury outdoor experiences. Backdrop venues also cater to corporate events and weddings, combining modern comforts with scenic outdoor settings.

🏝️ OUTRIGGER Resorts & Hotels unveiled its Premier Suite Collection, spanning Hawai‘i, Fiji, Thailand, Mauritius, and the Maldives. Designed for multi-generational travel, these beachfront villas and suites feature expansive layouts and access to the Voyager 47 Club Lounge. Highlights include the Grand Navigator Suite in Waikīkī, accommodating up to 18 guests over 10,000 sq. ft., and the Royal Huakaʻi Suite on Hawai‘i Island, offering 2,500 sq. ft. of elegance.