Hotel Openings

🍺 London hospitality operator Inception Group plans to open a 2,400 sq ft bar, The Admiral’s Mess, at Waldorf Astoria London – Admiralty Arch, a 114-room hotel with a ballroom for 500 guests. The opening is part of a £2026 redevelopment by Reuben Brothers and Hilton. Set to launch in autumn 2026, the venue will include partnerships with chefs Clare Smyth and Daniel Boulud. Inception Group currently operates 10 locations across London.

🏟 Jihlava, Czech Republic, has unveiled the Jihlava Municipal Arena, a project by CHYBÍK + KRIŠTOF, costing 80 million EUR. The arena, nicknamed "The Hedgehog" due to its spiky facade inspired by Gothic architecture, accommodates 5,650 spectators. Features include a 230-meter running track, 29-room hotel, and gym. Designed for public accessibility, construction spanned six years, creating a new urban landmark embracing sport and community gathering.

🏨 In 2023, TFE Hotels announced a $100 million investment to refurbish its Adina brand properties, including the Adina Darling Harbour in Sydney, which has been transformed with 114 redesigned rooms. The initiative targets Australia and Europe, focusing on design and comfort. Key refurbishments include Adina Budapest, completed after nine months, and ongoing work at Adina Frankfurt Neue Oper, expected to conclude within a year. The brand aims to enhance the guest experience with spacious, sustainable designs.

📍 Blue Flag Capital and Collared Martin Hospitality open Oyster Estate, a 34-key boutique hotel in Greenport, New York. Situated in Greenport Village, this revamped hotel features updated guestrooms, a courtyard pool, and public spaces. Fortune Favors, its cocktail bar and dining area, is set to open later in September. The redesign, drawing from North Fork’s maritime heritage, maintains the existing structure of the former Greenporter Hotel, with interiors inspired by Long Island’s coastal landscape.

🏔 CoralTree Hospitality will manage Crystal Peak Lodge in Breckenridge, Colorado, offering ski-in/ski-out access. The lodge features one- to four-bedroom condos with full kitchens. Guests can enjoy amenities at nearby One Ski Hill Place, including pools, a bowling alley, and a spa. John D’Angelo emphasizes the lodge's alignment with CoralTree's strategy to expand in mountain destinations. The addition enhances CoralTree's Residence Collection, focusing on memorable experiences for families and groups.

🏨 Boutique hotel Palm Court on the Isle of Wight reported a successful first summer with over 200 suite nights booked, averaging stays of more than four nights. Reservations extend into 2027, indicating a year-round demand. The hotel earned third place in the Travel Chapter Showcase Awards for best renovation. Director Ben Williams aims to enhance tourism by blending luxury design and supporting local businesses. The hotel exemplifies successful long-term investment and strategic planning in hospitality.

📍 Crowne Plaza opened its Manhattan Times Square hotel, a new flagship by IHG, just steps from Times Square. Developed by ARTIC and managed by Highgate, this 22-story hotel features 685 guestrooms and a new bar and restaurant. Signature offerings include Weekly Socials and Daily Rituals. The Manhattan Level offers skyline views, while the Broadway Suite on the 22nd floor includes a terrace. Crowne Plaza has over 400 hotels globally, with nearly 150 more in the pipeline.

🏨 Drey Hotel in The Village Dallas, Texas, expands with Terraces at The Drey—a new luxury hospitality concept using adaptive reuse of an office building. Initially a 38-room hotel three years ago, it now boasts 46 rooms, thanks to converting lofts above shops. The project capitalizes on 300-acre surroundings, offering unique rooms leveraging expansive windows and high ceilings. Emphasizing a resort-like experience, it integrates residential and hospitality elements, aiming to provide memorable guest experiences.

🗺 Aman, a luxury hospitality brand, has signed its first hotel in South Korea, partnering with Shinsegae Property for Aman Seoul in Cheongdam, Gangnam. Overlooking the Han River, the development will include a hotel, branded residences, a spa, and a members-only Aman Club. Led by Vlad Doronin and Chung Yong-jin, this project marks a significant urban expansion in Asia. Other upcoming locations include Beverly Hills, Miami Beach, Dubai, and Singapore.

🏨 Westin Cleveland Downtown, celebrating over 50 years in Cleveland, completed a major renovation. 484 guestrooms and suites, plus 21,000 sq. ft. of meeting space, were updated. New venues, Masa & Agave and Market 216, will open in 2024 and 2025. Inspired by local greenspaces, the redesign features taupes and greens. General Manager David Bodette emphasizes a blend of legacy and modern commitment to guest experience.