Hotel Openings

🏨 In 1993, UNESCO designated Menorca as a Biosphere Reserve. The 14-room Riviera Hotel, located in Ciutadella, Menorca, features a unique design by Ilmiodesign, inspired by the 1970s Italian Riviera. Rooms are categorized into Double Piccola, Double Deluxe, Junior Suite, and Suite Riviera, each with private outdoor spaces. The hotel offers Mediterranean-inspired dining and a rooftop wellness area with Pilates and massages. Its vibrant retro style and warm service make it a memorable experience.

☕ Magnolia Hotel Houston introduces Press & Pour, a coffee and cocktail bar, as it celebrates its 100th anniversary. Located in downtown Houston, the bar features handcrafted coffees, fresh-baked pastries, and signature cocktails like the smoked old fashioned. Opened last month, it seats 52 indoors and 10 outdoors. The bar pays homage to its building's history, formerly home to the Houston Post-Dispatch. A 1920s typewriter and vintage photos enhance its nostalgic ambiance.

📍 Rosen Hotels & Resorts is undergoing a $150 million renovation project of Rosen Plaza and Rosen Shingle Creek, the largest in its 52-year history. By 2026, 2,300 guestrooms, suites, and corridors will be redesigned, with Rosen Shingle Creek's upgrades concluding in 2027. The renovations will enhance modern design with Mediterranean Revival influences, including next-gen WiFi and smart-room tech. This project aims to elevate guest experience and honor the legacy of founder Harris Rosen.

🏨 First Hospitality has taken over management of five hotels: Sky Rock Sedona (109 rooms, Sedona, AZ), The Steward Santa Barbara (87 suites, Santa Barbara, CA), Hotel Northland (160 rooms, Green Bay, WI), Hotel Elkhart (93 rooms, Elkhart, IN), and Le Méridien St. Louis Downtown (96 rooms, St. Louis, MO). These additions broaden First Hospitality’s footprint into new markets. The properties offer various amenities, including event spaces, dining options, and wellness programs.

🏨 In Washington, D.C., the Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection, opened with 373 rooms, managed by Pyramid Global Hospitality. Formerly Salamander Washington DC, it offers 38,000 sq. ft. of event space, a dual-level spa, and chef Kwame Onwuachi's Afro-Caribbean restaurant, Dōgon. Acquired by Henderson Park in 2022, the hotel is near key landmarks and 15 minutes from Reagan National Airport. Marriott's Autograph Collection adds global reach, while Sheila Johnson stays a minority partner.

🚴 Pennyhill Park in Surrey is launching the UK's largest Reformer Pilates studio in a hotel this autumn. Designed with Sparcstudio, it addresses the rising demand for mindful fitness. Featuring Technogym equipment, it offers classes for all skill levels. This development boosts Pennyhill Park’s wellness reputation, which already includes a renowned spa and diverse fitness options. The exact opening date and schedule are pending. In summer 2023, they opened a new wedding venue, and in January 2025, they partnered with 292 Performance.

🏨 In Merano, Italy, the Aurora hotel has reopened after a redesign by Feld72 Architects and Hannes Peer Architecture. This historic 59-room hotel on Passer Promenade now features an 18-room extension, a new entrance, and a listening bar. The renovations were spearheaded by siblings Melanie and Philipp Aukenthaler. Unique design elements include over 2,000 handmade ceramic tiles and a sculptural Murano glass chandelier. A second renovation phase will conclude in 2028, adding a rooftop pool and bar.

🏝️ Astet Studio has transformed Lazy Lion, a cocktail bar in Budapest's historic Adria Palace, into a space where old meets new. The bar features French aesthetics with exotic flora murals and animal reliefs, while stone and wood elements are enhanced by ambient lighting. The main room boasts a vaulted ceiling, metallic palm-leaf treatments, and an organic-shaped bench, creating an immersive experience through reflections and textures.

🏨 Shangri-La Group debuts its 10th JEN property with the soft opening of JEN Hangzhou by Shangri-La in the Gongshu District. The hotel features 176 guestrooms and suites, with deluxe rooms offering double bathtubs and suites having private outdoor terraces. It offers over 330 square meters of event space, including a 240-square-meter ballroom. Wellness amenities include a 24-hour fitness center, indoor heated pool, sauna, and spa. The hotel is located near the Grand Canal and Qiaoxi Historic District.

🏨 First Hospitality expanded its management portfolio by adding five hotels: Sky Rock Sedona (109 rooms), The Steward Santa Barbara (87 suites), Hotel Northland in Green Bay (160 rooms), Hotel Elkhart (93 rooms), and Le Méridien St. Louis Downtown (96 rooms). This expansion introduces First Hospitality to five new markets. Notable features include large meeting spaces and various dining options, enhancing the company's lifestyle portfolio and commitment to maximizing value and performance.