Hotel Openings

🏨 New hotel openings are making waves globally this week. Noteworthy mentions include: the luxury brand Mandarin Oriental's new hotel in Munich, Germany, offering 162 rooms; Hilton's latest 300-room property in Bangkok, Thailand; and Marriott's 450-room resort in Dubai, UAE. With a mix of luxury, business, and leisure styles, these openings reflect the hospitality industry's ongoing expansion and diversification, catering to diverse traveler needs. Stay tuned for more updates on exciting destinations!

🏨 Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, part of Accor, plans to open a 225-key hotel in Calgary by Q4 2031 in partnership with Truman. Situated in Calgary's Greater Downtown, this mixed-use development will include a spa, event spaces, and 100 luxury residences. The project benefits from the $500 million BMO Centre expansion, completed in 2024, which boosts Calgary's convention capacity. The design and regulatory process starts in Q1 2026. Calgary drew over 8.7 million visitors in 2025, enhancing its appeal.

🏨 Palladium Hotel Group concluded 2025 with a €1.162 billion managed business volume, indicating 2% growth from 2024. Direct sales rose by 5%, comprising 32% of total business. Their loyalty programs generated over €210 million, with Palladium Rewards boasting 1.7 million customers—a 60% increase. For 2026, four new hotels are planned in Ibiza, Barcelona, New York, and Peñíscola. By 2029, nine more openings are scheduled, including their first Asia location in Vietnam.

🏨 PRIMESTAR Group, with Hilton, will launch a luxury hotel, Hilton Hamburg Elbtower, by 2029. Situated in Hamburg's Elbtower, it will include 195 rooms and suites. This marks Hilton's Hamburg debut and PRIMESTAR's entry into five-star hospitality. The project aligns with Smart City Hamburg, featuring a fully digital guest experience. The consortium, led by Dieter Becken, awarded the project. The digital infrastructure involves at-visions and swissnet Group.

🏢 Angsana Golf Residences Topaz, unveiled by Banyan Group Residences, is located in Laguna Phuket, Thailand. This branded residential development comprises three low-rise buildings with two- and three-bedroom units, penthouses, and exclusive amenities. Situated minutes from Bang Tao Beach, it spans over 1,000 acres. Owners enjoy Laguna Golf Phuket membership and The Sanctuary Club privileges, alongside benefits like property management and school access. Banyan Living manages rentals, ensuring strong returns and a worry-free experience.

🏟 IHG Hotels & Resorts has partnered with Canyon Global Partners to develop Six Senses Camp Korongo, a 480-acre resort near Kanab, Utah, set to open in 2029. The resort will feature 41 tented pavilions and 12 branded residences, with views of Zion, Bryce Canyon, and Grand Canyon National Parks. Activities include hiking and stargazing. The design, led by Luxury Frontiers, emphasizes sustainability, aligning with Six Senses' wellness-focused hospitality approach.

🏨 Oak Brook, Illinois—Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook is renovating its guestrooms and corridors, set to complete by early May 2026. Managed by Davidson Hospitality, the redesign involves DLR Group, Grumman Butkus, and Elements of Hospitality. Updates include preserved hardwood floors, modern furnishings, and enhanced lighting. The hotel, a former corporate campus, remains open with 30,000 square feet of event space, a spa, and an indoor pool. Renovation embraces original architecture with contemporary materials.

🏨 Azul Hospitality Group opened the Hilton Arcadia Los Angeles in Arcadia, California, near the Santa Anita Racetrack. This full-service hotel features 173 rooms, 17,800 sq. ft. of event space, and three dining outlets, including a rooftop restaurant. Amenities include a heated outdoor pool, fitness center, and business hub. According to Mark Crisci, the hotel supports long-term value through its location, brand, and diverse revenue streams.

🏨 Radisson Hotel Group launched Radisson RED Indore on MR-10 Road, featuring 115 rooms and suites, a fitness center, and a rooftop infinity pool. Radisson, a major hotel operator in India, targets Tier II and III markets, with over 50% of their portfolio in such areas. The hotel offers venues for corporate and social events. This opening strengthens Radisson’s partnership with Bestech India, aiming for a lifestyle-led experience in urban India’s energetic and aspirational environment.

🏠 Pendry Residences Mexico City has launched sales for 20 fully furnished units in Roma Norte, opening in 2027. The project features one- to three-bedroom residences ranging from 860 to 2,300 square feet, with private terraces and contemporary furnishings. Located within the Pendry hotel, residents will access amenities like a rooftop pool and Spa Pendry. Pendry's portfolio includes properties in Barbados, Nashville, Natirar, Park City, Punta Mita, and Tampa.