Hotel Openings

🏨 In April 2026, the Hotel Indigo Nalati opened in Nalati Town, Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture, China, at the crossroads of the Duku Highway and Ili “Figure-8” Scenic Loop. Designed by CCD/Cheng Chung Design, the hotel features structures integrated with the grasslands and Tian Shan mountains. It honors Kazakh culture with elements like yurts and a hearth. The restaurant, Show · A Neighborhood Café, and guestroom designs reflect natural and cultural influences.

\uD83C\uDF78 Chef Jason Atherton, with two Michelin stars, plans to open Marias at Principessa Forte dei Marmi this summer. Located at the Autograph Collection boutique hotel, the 36-room site will feature a seafood-focused menu led by Executive Chef Giorgio Cicero. Ingredients will be sourced daily from Livorno market, with dishes cooked over wood fires. The restaurant aims to become a social hub with its poolside, shoreline access. A second fine dining concept is expected later this year.

🏨 In Providence, Rhode Island, Procaccianti Companies has renovated the 107-room Holiday Inn South Kingstown, acquired in the 1980s. TPG Construction managed the upgrade, focusing on guestrooms, public spaces, and meeting areas to enhance efficiency and guest flow. The pet-friendly, four-story hotel features amenities like a restaurant, lounge, fitness center, and pool. It's near the University of Rhode Island and local beaches, catering to university, leisure, and corporate visitors.

🍷 On Saturdays, Matchbook Distilling Co. in Greenport, New York, showcases the creative spirits of Leslie Merinoff Kwasnieski. The 38,000-square-foot distillery opened after a two-year renovation of a former storage facility purchased in 2016. The Shady Lady, revamped in 2018 as Lin Beach House, offers accommodations nearby. With her family's legacy in the beverage industry, Merinoff Kwasnieski draws inspiration from Long Island's geography for her innovative spirits.

🏨 Hilton Los Angeles Airport, California, completed a $50 million renovation, remaining operational during the process. Updates include redesigned guestrooms with premium mattresses, mini-refrigerators, and USB/USB-C ports. The hotel now features 55,000 sq. ft. of meeting space and several dining venues. Aesthetic changes incorporate mid-century touches and color-coded design accents. These enhancements aim to align with Los Angeles’s global spotlight, especially for forthcoming major sports events.

🏨 JW Marriott Atlanta Downtown, part of Marriott Bonvoy, has opened in Atlanta, Georgia, featuring 237 rooms and four dining concepts. It is minutes from the Mercedes-Benz Stadium and Georgia Aquarium. Designed by Looney & Associates, it offers a rooftop pool and spa. The Executive Lounge is tailored for select guests, while The Perch rooftop bar offers panoramic views. Nearly 10,000 square feet of meeting space are available, making it a hub for luxury hospitality and events.

🏖 In 2028, Raffles will open its first alpine hotel in Courchevel 1850, featuring 50 rooms and suites, dining venues, and a wellness focus. This project is in partnership with Art de Vivre, aiming to redefine luxury. Key figures involved include Agnès Roquefort, Omer Acar, Xavier Grange, Paul Rosenberg-Grosjean, Axel Beauvais, Paul Renaudin, and Daniel von Barloewen. Courchevel 1850, known for prestige and international appeal, sets the scene for this landmark development.