Hotel Openings

📍 Hong Kong's Dragon-i nightclub, founded in 2002 by Gilbert Yeung, underwent a renovation by London-based studio Pirajean Lees. Inspired by Wong Kar Wai's films, the redesign features a central marble bar, swirly timber panels, and silver leather banquettes. The bathrooms have floor-to-ceiling mirrors and stainless-steel cubicles with pink lights. The adjacent members' club offers a listening bar with Yeung's personal records and plush velvet seating. The design emphasizes vibrant colors and sensory materials, celebrating the dynamic spirit of Hong Kong nightlife.

🏨 Marriott plans to expand its presence in Greece by 2027, adding 731 rooms across various locations. In Athens, the 57-room Residence Inn is set to open, while Crete will see two new resorts: Le Méridien Sissi (229 rooms) and Milatos Marriott Resort (314 rooms). In the Cyclades, Orosea in Paros and Eréma in Milos will add 81 rooms by 2026. The new Hymnos resort in Zakynthos will offer 94 rooms by 2026.

🏨 Realberry and Proper Hospitality secured a $298-million financing package for transforming the historic Cal Neva Hotel into Lake Tahoe Proper Resort and Casino, set to open in 2027. Located on Lake Tahoe's northeast shore, the project includes $223 million in C-PACE financing—Nevada’s largest—and a $75 million loan from Bank of California. The resort, first opened in 1926, will feature 197 rooms, multiple dining options, and a casino.

🏨 TMGOC Ventures began construction of The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Savannah, Downtown, in October 2023. The 168-room hotel will occupy the Savannah Skyscraper, opening in early 2028. It will feature luxury amenities like a restaurant, rooftop bar, 5,000 sq. ft. spa, and meeting space. Designed by Martin Brudnizki Design Studio and Studio Mc+G Architecture, it marks Savannah's first Ritz-Carlton, emphasizing its historical legacy and setting a new luxury standard.

🏨 March 2026 featured notable hotel openings across the globe. In London, a department store transformed into a wellness sanctuary. Kyoto saw a theater reborn as a boutique hotel, while a baroque palace was converted for enotourism. A 19th-century palazzo was redefined in contemporary luxury. Industry standards reflect the importance of affiliations like The Leading Hotels of the World and IHG’s Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio. Hotels increasingly emphasize local narratives and experiential design, shaping the future of hospitality.

🏨 NewcrestImage opened the 296-room Hotel Mockingbird in Dallas, Texas. Acquired in October 2024, the hotel underwent a complete renovation and joined Marriott's Tribute Portfolio. Managed by Coury Hospitality, renovations included two new F&B venues: Verse Kitchen and Bar, and speakeasy Raven. The hotel offers 12,000 square feet of meeting space and is near Mockingbird Station and Highland Park Village. The property is conveniently located near Love Field and Southern Methodist University.

🏨 Marriott Marquis Houston completed renovations of 1,000 guestrooms and 150,000 square feet of meeting and event space. The refreshed interiors feature Texas-inspired textures and curated local art. Updates include custom carpets and furniture with natural materials. The hotel aims to enhance guest experiences amid Houston’s growing status as a global business and entertainment hub. The Texas Ballroom and other spaces now offer a modern, light-filled environment for events, reflecting the city’s unique spirit.

🏨 Savills’ London planning team has received approval to convert a 75,000 sq. ft. office at 29 Clements Lane into a 235-bed Point A hotel for developer Queensway. Located in the Bank Conservation Area, the project aims for sustainability with a BREEAM Excellent rating and includes a café, co-working space, bar, and lounge. Supported by the City of London Corporation, it restores historical features like the lightwell above Plough Court.