Hotel Openings

💪 Thainstone House, Inverurie, will invest £150,000 in gym refurbishment by April, introducing 30 new fitness machines for cardio, strength, and functional training. The strength area will expand due to high demand, and the reception will be upgraded. Existing facilities include a 13-meter pool and outdoor thermal features. This upgrade aims to enhance member and guest experiences as part of Crerar Hotels' focus on wellness.

🏨 DoubleTree by Hilton London West End wrapped up a £4 million refurbishment in early 2026, adding 14 new rooms and suites, boosting capacity to 275 rooms. The revamp, which began earlier in the year, includes redesigned lobby and restaurant spaces, featuring The Writing Room Bar and Lounge inspired by the Bloomsbury area. This expansion aims to attract families and leisure travelers with split-level duplex suites and deluxe rooms.

🏨 Hotel Heron in Old Town Alexandria transitions to Curio Collection by Hilton, retaining its 134-room character under Aparium's management. Located in Alexandria, VA, this chic hotel combines local charm with Hilton's global reach. Guests benefit from Hilton Honors program and amenities. Dining includes KILN, Francis Hall, and Good Fortune rooftop bar. It's the second Curio Collection in the DMV region. Contact: 699 Prince St, Alexandria, VA, +1 703-662-1900.

🏖️ **Dunton Hot Springs, Colorado** – The historic 1800s mining town turned luxury resort has completed a multi-million dollar renovation over three years. Key transformations included guest cabins, the Saloon, Dance Hall, and Potter House. Notable designs by Waldo Works, with Christina Rossi as Director of Interior Design, preserved original charm while introducing modern updates. Signature upgrades aim to enhance guest experience, with spaces like Chuck’s Cabin and Major Ross Cabin offering a blend of rustic heritage and contemporary luxury.

🏨 DoubleTree by Hilton London West End completed a £4 million refurbishment in Bloomsbury, London, enhancing its hotel with 14 new rooms including two Duplex Suites, and a redesigned lobby and restaurant. The project started in early 2025. The hotel now has 275 rooms. New room options include Double Double Duplex Suites, Deluxe Double Double rooms, and King Deluxe Suites. The lobby and The Writing Room Bar & Lounge offer a contemporary design inspired by Bloomsbury writers.

📈 Live! Casino Virginia opens January 22, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. 25 miles south of Richmond, VA. The temporary facility offers 75,000 sq. ft. of gaming space, 900+ slot machines, and 30+ table games. Part of a $1.4 billion plan, it will create 500+ jobs. The permanent resort, featuring 445,000 sq. ft. of space, 1,600 slot machines, and 200 hotel rooms, is under construction. Developed by The Cordish Companies and Bruce Smith Enterprise.

🏖 Located at the foot of Mount Niseko Annupuri, The Green Leaf Niseko Village, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, has 200 rooms and offers exclusive winter-season stays. Guests enjoy ski-in/ski-out access to Niseko Village Ski Resort. Opened by Hilton, this marks the Tapestry Collection's debut in Japan. The hotel highlights art by local artists like Soichiro Tomioka, features its signature restaurant, Goshiki, and offers a renowned onsen with natural spring water. Part of Hilton Honors, offering exclusive member benefits.

🏨 Drury Hotels has begun construction on the Drury Plaza Hotel Nashville Southeast Century Farms in Antioch, Tennessee. This will be the fourth Drury hotel near Nashville. The hotel will feature 180 guest rooms and over 1,500 sq. ft. of meeting space, accommodating up to 150 attendees. It will offer amenities such as daily breakfast, Wi-Fi, and an indoor pool. The hotel aims to employ around 50 staff members upon opening.

🏨 Pivot will manage FORTH Atlanta, a hotel and social club in Atlanta's Old Fourth Ward, for New City Properties. The 16-story diagrid tower features a 196-room hotel, including 39 extended-stay units, four dining venues, a 9,700-square-foot event space, an outdoor pool, and a 20,000-square-foot fitness center. It houses the Forth Club, a private social club. This collaboration integrates hospitality and a social club under Davidson Hospitality Group’s lifestyle platform, leveraging local development in the vibrant area.