Hotel Openings

🏨 Conrad Nagoya, a 170-room hotel, opened in August 2026 in Japan's fourth-most populous city. Located atop The Landmark Nagoya Sakae, it features 29 suites over 50 square meters each, plus six dining venues and wellness facilities. The tallest skyscraper in the Sakae district, it's directly connected to Sakae Station. A collaboration between Hilton and Mitsubishi Estate Co., the hotel is part of Hilton's 51-hotel global portfolio, aiming to boost local culture and tourism.

📍 Aiden, a boutique hotel brand by BWH Hotels, is expanding globally with recent openings in 2026: Velbert, Germany (January); Bangkok, Thailand (May); Sacramento, USA (May); Kansas City, USA (June). Upcoming projects include Denver, Tempe, Toronto Airport (Fall 2026), and Pullman (Summer 2027). Each hotel reflects local culture, offering unique designs and experiences. Notable features include a rooftop destination in Denver and a jazz-inspired lounge in Toronto. The Toronto opening also marks Aiden's Canadian debut.

🏨 Will Rudd's engineering firm has topped out a nine-storey extension at Edinburgh's Caledonian Hotel, a Category A-listed building. This project, completed in August 2026, will add 96 rooms, increasing capacity by 30%. The complex build involved deep piled foundations and light gauge steel framing over constrained sites, including a historic brick sewer. It is part of three city-centre hospitality projects in Edinburgh, including a 60-room apart-hotel and a 24-bed extension at 71 George Street.

🏨 Global hotel construction reached a record 15,976 projects with 2,433,948 rooms as of Q2 2026. 6,174 projects are currently under construction, while 3,743 are set to start within 12 months. The U.S. and China account for 59% of total projects. Dallas leads with 183 projects. By year-end 2026, 2,742 new hotels are projected to open. The luxury chain scale saw significant growth, with 1,385 projects up 8% year-over-year.

🏨 August 2026, Boston, Massachusetts—Courtyard by Marriott Boston Downtown, managed by Marriott International, completed a comprehensive renovation featuring refreshed guestrooms, meeting spaces, and public areas. The project preserved the building’s 1920s architectural elements, including original ceilings and chandeliers. Updates included modern furnishings, upgraded lighting, flexible meeting layouts, and enhanced public spaces. General Manager Ken Lavigne emphasized the blend of historical preservation with modern amenities to enhance guest experiences.

🏨 Hyatt Hotels Stratford reopened its Elondi Terrace after a five-figure refurbishment aimed at enhancing outdoor hospitality. The 153 sq meter space hosts up to 50 seated or 100 standing guests. Among new features are small plates, sharing boards, and a £50 per person summer events package. Hyatt reported a 5.9% RevPAR increase in Q2 2026, with $110m income and $324m gross fee income. Year-round operation plans include protective shutters for winter.

🏨 Miiro Templeton Garden, a 156-guestroom hotel located in Earls Court, has joined Design Hotels to expand Miiro's UK footprint. This affiliation enhances Miiro's international sales and marketing avenues, strengthening its luxury travel market position. Designed by James Thurstan Waterworth, the hotel balances creative heritage with contemporary British interiors. Miiro's collection includes properties in Paris, Barcelona, Gstaad, and Vienna. Neena Gupta, CEO of Miiro Hotels, highlights this as a significant milestone.

🏨 The Savoy, a London icon for over 135 years, recently underwent a design refresh by G.A Group. Electric lighting and Britain's first electric hotel lifts marked its history. Positioned between the Strand and the Thames, it offers easy access to London's attractions. The Grand River View Suite boasts views of the London Eye and Houses of Parliament. Luxurious facilities include a spa, the River Restaurant, and historic bars. The hotel preserves its legacy while embracing modern comforts.

🏨 In New York, voco The Franklin, part of IHG, unveiled renovations in August 2026. Its 49 guestrooms and public spaces were updated with vintage New York aesthetics. Designed by Glen & Co Architecture, the hotel features midnight-blue walls, bespoke furnishings, and crystal chandeliers. The lobby includes emerald-green walls and tufted leather sofas. General Manager Tobore Okagbare emphasized preserving the property's history while offering elevated comforts and a unique, neighborhood-connected guest experience.