Hotel Openings

🍴 September 1, 2026, marks the debut of The Shepherd Mayfair in London's Shepherd Market, housed on a historic site from 1618. The hotel features 82 rooms and the 62-cover Fayre restaurant, offering seasonal British dishes. Fayre’s interior, designed by Timothy Shepherd, showcases dark timber and berry tones. A unique "Puddings by the Glass" concept includes a strawberry and Champagne trifle. Additional dining spaces include The Lounge and Teddy’s cocktail bar, enhancing the hotel’s local integration.

🏖️ INNSiDE by Meliá opened in Bugibba Square, Malta on July 12, 2026, featuring 86 rooms, a rooftop infinity pool, and three dining concepts. Located in St. Paul’s Bay, close to Valletta and Malta International Airport, the hotel offers Mediterranean-inspired dining and a two-floor gym. Pet-friendly amenities and sustainability initiatives are integrated throughout. For more details, visit melia.com or contact [email protected].

🏨 Stonebridge announced the addition of the 237-room JW Marriott Atlanta Downtown to its portfolio. The Atlanta-based hotel, previously W Atlanta Downtown, underwent extensive renovations, featuring a rooftop pool, spa, executive lounge, and over 15,000 sq. ft. of meeting space. Located near Mercedes-Benz Stadium and Georgia Aquarium, the hotel offers redesigned rooms and suites. Stonebridge aims to maximize profitability through operations optimization and enhanced guest experience.

🏨 NYX Hotels inaugurates its first Scottish property, a 125-room hotel in Edinburgh, after a £60 million investment. Located on Jeffrey Street near the Royal Mile, it features the Clash Bar and Restaurant with all-day dining and live DJ sessions. The opening creates 60 jobs and marks the brand’s fifth UK and Ireland location. Managed by Simone Villari, the hotel aims to reflect Edinburgh's art and culture, expanding Leonardo Hotels’ footprint in Scotland.

🏠 Olympia, first opened in 1886 in West Kensington, London, underwent a £1.3 billion transformation led by Heatherwick Studio and SPPARC starting in 2020. The partially opened site in summer 2026 includes a 3,800-capacity venue and two new hotels. The future plans include a rooftop dining area and a 1,575-seat theatre, opening in 2027. The development is expected to attract 10 million visitors annually, contributing over £600 million to the UK economy.

🏨 Preferred Hotels & Resorts expanded its global portfolio with 10 new properties from April 1 to June 30, 2026. Locations include Bali, U.S. Virgin Islands, Kenya, Belgium, Portugal, Italy, Ireland, and the UAE. Highlights: The Botany (U.S. Virgin Islands) with 20 villas, The Meru Sanur (Bali) with 184 suites, Ilora Retreats (Kenya) with 14 tented suites, Via Antwerp (Belgium) with 176 rooms, and MYTHIC SANA (Lisbon) with 48 rooms. Over six million travelers use the I Prefer Hotel Rewards program.

🏨 The Manhattan hotel, located on Park Avenue South, will soon feature new amenities by Tao Group Hospitality. Expect oversized guestrooms, a rooftop pool and lounge, and a unique Wellness Penthouse.

🏨 Viceroy Hotels returns to New York City in December 2026 with Viceroy Park Avenue at Park Avenue South and 29th Street, NoMad. The hotel features 252 rooms, including four presidential suites with sizes up to 2,100 sq ft, and offers a rooftop pool, spa, and 15,000 sq ft of event space. The project is a joint venture with Highgate, Tao Group Hospitality, and BGO. The hotel is designed by Meyer Davis Studio.

🌴 RESET Hotel in Twentynine Palms, California, joins Marriott Bonvoy's Outdoor Collection, marking the first new brand addition since September 2025. Located near Joshua Tree National Park, the 65-room hotel is the first built in the area in over 15 years. Features include private patios, stargazing platforms, and wellness amenities like a saltwater pool and sauna. Collaborations include astronomy events with ex-NASA astronomers. The hotel aims to enhance the desert experience while maintaining its unique vision.