Hotel Openings

🏨 Irish hotel brand The Dean opened a 281-room property in Munich's Westend in July 2026, marking its largest launch. Following a Berlin opening in February 2026, the Munich hotel includes three bars, a Japanese restaurant, and a fitness center. Designer Tatjana von Stein blended Bavarian Art Nouveau with 1980s Munich design. The art collection, managed by Christian Ganzenberg, features local artists. The on-site restaurant, Ibasho, was developed by chef Alex Craciun.

🏨 The Harilela Group plans to open the Hari Singapore in spring 2027, transforming the Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre into a 326-key luxury hotel. This will be the brand’s third location, after London and Hong Kong. Renowned British designer Tara Bernerd will lead the project, infusing the design with Singapore’s cultural essence. Key amenities include a rooftop pool, executive lounges, wellness offerings, and a rotating artwork program, maintaining the brand’s signature style.

🌳 Calcot Manor and Spa in the Cotswolds unveiled luxury woodland treehouses, designed by Blue Forest using sustainable materials like reclaimed timber and certified woods. Each unit includes a master bedroom, loft-style twin room, private balcony, and sauna. Guests access main resort amenities and a sharing-menu room service. Part of the Calcot Collection, this expansion reflects the industry trend towards eco-friendly, unique accommodations seen at The Tawny Hotel and Ramside Hall Hotel Golf and Spa.

🏨 St. James’ Court hotel in Westminster has completed its multi-year renovation, modernizing its Buckingham Gate property while preserving its historical charm. Led by Conran and Partners, the updates include a redesigned entrance, lobby, and 1897 – The Bar, alongside new whisky and cigar lounges. Meeting rooms now feature flexible layouts and integrated screens. The expansion also includes a second boardroom at Taj The Chambers. This project aligns with London's trend of luxury hotel renovations, emphasizing historical preservation.

🏨 In 2000, Carlos Couturier and Moisés Micha launched Grupo Habita with 36-room Hotel Habita in Mexico City's Polanco. Initially regarded as chaotic, the city became a modern destination. Today, 16 hotels span Mexico and Chicago, showcasing unique designs. Notable properties include Hotel Condesa DF and solar-powered Terrestre in Puerto Escondido. Grupo Habita maintains individuality by adapting to each property's structure, embracing a community-focused ethos.

🏨 Hyatt Hotels Corp., in partnership with HSL Properties and Desert Hospitality Management, plans to open the Hyatt Regency Tucson Convention Center in late 2027. Located downtown, near the Tucson Convention Center, this will be Tucson's first Hyatt Regency hotel. It will offer 291 guestrooms and suites, a fitness center, a pool, and 22,000 square feet of meeting space. The project aims to boost Tucson's economy by attracting conventions and tourism.

📍 Curioso, a design studio based in Chicago and Mérida, Mexico, was founded in 2013 by Daniel Pierce and Nina Grondin. The firm now employs nearly 50 people. Notable projects include the Fidelity Hotel in Cleveland, a 103-year-old building transformation, and the Atelier Playa Mujeres resort in Cancun, opened in 2020. Future ventures involve Six Senses Grand Bahama and developments in Costa Rica, Mexico, Omaha, and Greenville, with planned openings in 2027 and 2028.

🏨 Hyatt Hotels Corporation plans to debut Hyatt Regency Tucson Convention Center in downtown Tucson by late 2027. This first Hyatt Regency-branded property in Tucson will feature 291 guestrooms and suites, a fitness center, a pool, and 22,000 square feet of meeting space. Omar Mireles, president of HSL Properties, emphasizes the project's role in boosting Tucson’s tourism and economy. The hotel’s multi-million-dollar transformation aims to enhance the city’s hospitality offerings.