Hotel Openings - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 51

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DoubleTree by Hilton Marrakech La Palmeraie to Join Hilton’s Growing Lifestyle Footprint in Morocco

🏨 Hilton expands in Morocco with DoubleTree by Hilton Marrakech La Palmeraie, set to open in 2028 in Marrakech's Palmeraie district. The resort will feature 228 rooms, gardens, dining options, wellness facilities, and event spaces near the historic medina. This signing adds to Hilton's 16-hotel pipeline in Morocco, including Waldorf Astoria Rabat Salé and Hampton by Hilton Ben Guerir, as DoubleTree continues its growth across Africa with new locations in Angola and Ethiopia.

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Nobu Manchester Breaks Ground as Robert De Niro Visits Manchester with Salboy

🏗️ Robert De Niro, Chef Nobu Matsuhisa, and Meir Teper, founders of Nobu Hospitality, attended the groundbreaking ceremony for Nobu Manchester alongside Salboy co-founders. Scheduled for completion in 2031, the 246-meter tower will feature a Nobu restaurant, a 160-room hotel, and 452 Branded Residences. The development regenerates a 40,500 sq ft brownfield site in Manchester, incorporating original Victorian viaduct arches. Sales for Nobu Residences Manchester are expected to launch in 2026.

Hyson Hospitalities Signs Ramada Encore by Wyndham in Kalamassery, Kochi

🏨 Hyson Hospitalities Private Limited, led by Director Mr. P. P. Fasalu, signed a deal for Ramada Encore by Wyndham Kochi Kalamassery, a 57-room hotel opening in 2026. Located in Kochi's Kalamassery corridor, the hotel will serve business, medical, educational, and leisure travelers. It will feature guest rooms, dining options, a fitness center, and meeting facilities. This project enhances Hyson's presence in Kerala and meets the demand for midscale hotels in urban areas.

Hyatt Partners With Homeinns to Bring Hyatt Studios to China

🏨 December 22, 2025, Chicago: Hyatt Hotels and Homeinns Hotel Group announce a strategic franchise agreement to introduce 50 Hyatt Studios hotels in China over several years. Targeting the upper-midscale segment, these extended-stay hotels will feature studio-style rooms, kitchenettes, and workspaces. Hyatt Studios, first announced in 2023, aims to meet increasing demand for extended stays in vibrant Chinese cities, leveraging Hyatt's global expertise and Homeinns' local market knowledge for growth.

Outbound Hotels Expands to Yosemite and Sedona in Partnership With Coraltree Hospitality

🏖 Outbound Hotels, December 22, 2025, USA, announces Outbound Yosemite and Outbound Sedona, opening in Q1 and Q2 2026, respectively. Located in California and Arizona, these resorts feature 104 cabins, 14 rooms, and 138 rooms, with amenities like a pool, hot tubs, and spas. Partnering with CoralTree Hospitality, this expansion emphasizes nature-first hospitality. Bookings open November 3, 2025. The partnership enhances operational consistency and supports growth across more U.S. communities.

Tapestry Collection by Hilton to Debut in Sub-Saharan Africa With Three Signings

🏨 Hilton to debut Tapestry Collection in Sub-Saharan Africa. On December 22, 2025, agreements for three properties were signed: The Sterling Hotel in South Africa (111 rooms), Ava Hotel in Kenya (91 rooms), and Zaria Court Kigali in Rwanda (80 rooms). Zaria Court Kigali opens this year; The Sterling Hotel in 2027. Hilton plans to expand from 64 to over 160 hotels in Africa. Aleph Hospitality will manage properties in Kenya and Rwanda.

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IHG introduces Vignette Collection to Africa

🏨 IHG Hotels & Resorts launched its Vignette Collection in Africa with Fairview Hotel Nairobi's addition. The brand, introduced three years ago, now boasts 27 hotels and plans for 41 more. The 99-room hotel, in Nairobi's Upper Hill, features early 20th-century architecture and modern amenities. Dining options include Mukutan, Pwani, and Giuseppe. Fairview participates in the Vignette Collection's Memorable Rituals, like SimuStories, and community initiatives with Kenya National Library Service.

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Omni Hotels opens in Fort Lauderdale

🏨 Omni Hotels & Resorts opened Omni Fort Lauderdale Hotel on Thursday as part of the Broward County Convention Center District expansion. Located on the Intracoastal Waterway, it features 801 guest rooms, 82 suites, and over 120,000 square feet of meeting space. The project will boost the local economy by $450 million and create 3,000 jobs. Dining options include seven venues, with an Italian chophouse opening in 2026. Wellness amenities include the 8,500-square-foot Mokara Spa.

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Marriott to open EDITION hotel at Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront

🏨 Marriott International plans to open The Cape Town EDITION at V&A Waterfront in 2026. This marks Africa’s first EDITION hotel, featuring 142 rooms, suites, and private residences. Designed by Neri and Hu with StudioMAS, it will offer dining venues, a rooftop bar, a spa, and a pool. Located in Granger Bay, it offers views of Table Mountain and Lion’s Head. This development is part of Marriott’s African expansion strategy focusing on luxury lifestyle brands.

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Rosewood Hotel Group Shares Details of Anticipated Openings

🏠 Rosewood Hotel Group will expand in 2025 with eight new properties across three continents, including Rosewood Residences Beverly Hills, its first standalone residential property. Openings include Rosewood Miyakojima in Japan (55 keys) and Rosewood Mandarina in Mexico (134 keys). The New World Jinzhou Hotel in China will feature 215 keys. The debut of Rosewood Courchevel Le Jardin Alpin marks their first ski resort. Future openings include Rosewood locations in AMAALA, Rome, and Dubai.

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