Hotel Openings

🍴 Shaftesbury Capital introduces Mr Fogg’s Market Tavern in Covent Garden's Market Building, boasting 4,500 sq ft and accommodating 130 indoor and 60 terrace covers. It's the largest in Mr Fogg’s collection, joining other London sites. Features include a Guinness Saloon bar. Covent Garden, a hub for innovative dining, recently welcomed Burro and Buvette restaurants. This expansion, part of a five-brand influx, highlights the area's dining appeal and Shaftesbury Capital's enduring investment strategy.

🍴 Camilla Meshiea and Ryan Sheehan transformed their Shoreditch venue, Counter 71, into Appalachia, inspired by America's eastern mountain range. Located at 71 Nile St, London, the venue showcases Appalachian culinary traditions with Thai influences under chef Ali Borer. The menu features dishes like curried crab omelette and smoked pork chop. The downstairs bar, Lowcountry, offers a rare bourbon and rye whiskey collection. The space includes personal touches from the owners' home, creating a cozy, party-like atmosphere.

🏨 JLL’s Hotels & Hospitality group secured refinancing for the Hilton Dallas Plano Granite Park, a 300-room hotel in Plano, Texas. Driftwood Capital, the borrower, acquired the hotel in June 2023 and completed an $8.5 million renovation by March 2025. Situated in Granite Park, a 90-acre development, the hotel includes 30,000 square feet of meeting space. Led by Jeff Bucaro and Malia Buljat, the financing highlights the property's premium location and strategic renovation.

🏨 Remington Hospitality expands its portfolio with the Sheraton Mission Valley San Diego Hotel in Dallas, Texas. The 14-story hotel, featuring 260 rooms, is scheduled for a major renovation and rebranding as a Hyatt Regency by the year's end. The property offers over 10,000 square feet of meeting space, a business center, fitness center, and more. Positioned near San Diego International Airport and attractions like SeaWorld and the San Diego Zoo, it promises strong long-term success.

🏨 LivSmart Studios by Hilton Pensacola I-10 North Davis Highway opened in Pensacola, Florida, offering long-stay accommodation. Owned by 3H Group and managed by LBA Hospitality, this is their second LivSmart Studios property. Amenities include fully equipped kitchens, free breakfast, WiFi, parking, a fitness center, and pet-friendly options. Located near I-10, it provides access to Pensacola International Airport and local attractions. General Manager Cody Beck leads with Dual Sales Manager Shayla Fisher. Huntsville, Alabama, is the next opening.

🏨 LivAway Suites opened a new property in Tucson, Arizona, its fourth in the state. With 21 more locations nationwide, it offers extended-stay amenities like full kitchens, free Wi-Fi, and fitness centers. The Tucson hotel is near key locations such as Davis-Monthan Air Force Base and the University of Arizona. Dan Barrett, Chief Development Officer, emphasized the brand's commitment to functionality and value. LivAway's expansion highlights growing demand for affordable extended stays.

🏨 Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, in the first half of 2026, signed 25 hotels and opened 13 properties across Europe, the Middle East, Eurasia, and Africa, expanding to 750+ hotels with 99,000+ rooms. Türkiye led developments, with new openings like TRYP by Wyndham Istanbul Maltepe. In Southern Europe and CIS, they added locations in Portugal and Uzbekistan. Eleven new agreements were signed in India, and five projects in the UAE and Saudi Arabia.

🏨 The St James’ Hotel in Nottingham, owned by the Johal family since 2013, underwent a £2 million refurbishment. It now operates under Marriott’s Four Points Flex by Sheraton brand, featuring 90 upgraded guest rooms and new public spaces. This transformation makes it Nottingham's only Marriott-branded hotel and the sixth in the UK. Marriott Bonvoy will expand its reach, enhancing guest benefits. General Manager Julian Saunders and Marriott's Molly Turpie celebrate the hotel's revitalization and alignment with a global brand.

🏨 Hyatt Hotels reported a 5.9% increase in RevPAR in Q2 2026, with net income reaching $110m, up to 30 June. Gross fee income grew 7.8% to $324m. Despite regional challenges like Middle East conflicts impacting RevPAR by 110 basis points, leisure and group bookings surged. RevPAR at all-inclusive resorts fell by 1.2% due to Mexico's security issues. The addition of 3,585 rooms, including the first Miraval site outside the US, contributed to growth.

📍 In Hong Kong's Central district, major renovations are underway, including The Landmark and Central Yards. Mandarin Oriental The Landmark, a 109-room hotel, has reopened with designs by Joyce Wang, drawing from colonial-era mansions. It features local art, a cozy aesthetic, and dining options like Blanc de Noires, a champagne bar. The renovation aims to connect the hotel with locals and visitors, enhancing the area's appeal with a blend of luxury and local culture.