Hotel Openings

🏖️ Montage International and partners Thor Urbana and Life Properties International plan to develop the luxury Montage Valle de Guadalupe resort in Mexico's Bruma Wine Estate, opening in 2028. The resort will offer 62 guestrooms, Montage Residences, and numerous amenities, including a 4,000 sq ft wedding lawn. Valle de Guadalupe, producing 90% of Mexican wine, is an hour from the U.S.-Mexico border and home to Michelin-star restaurants. Future plans include a curated wine club and equestrian facility.

Le Specialità Expands to Miami 🍕 Le Specialità, founded in Milan in 1977, opened in Miami's Design District on November 10. Led by Spicy Hospitality Group, this 100-seat restaurant features a "Milan meets Miami" design by Rockwell Group. The menu includes over a dozen pizzas and classic Italian dishes, while the bar offers a 260-label wine list. Future expansions are planned beyond Miami, along with new ventures like Karyu and Yasu in the Design District.

🍵 Maman, a café brand founded by Elisa Marshall and Benjamin Sormonte, opened its first Texas location in Dallas on November 20, 2023, at The Plaza at Preston Center. Established in New York City in 2014, Maman is known for its French provincial style and unique offerings, like the Croque Maman and celebrity collaborations. The Dallas spot features Texas-inspired menu items like the cheesy brisket croissant and implements a no-laptop policy to promote social interaction.

🏨 Fort George Hotel and Spa in Belize City was awarded Belize’s Best MICE Hotel for 2025 at the World MICE Awards in Bahrain on 6 December. The Lord Ashcroft Centre, offering over 6,600 square feet of flexible meeting space for up to 500 guests, was a significant factor. Opened in early 2024, the hotel features in-house event planning and a new room tower set for 2026, adding 120 rooms. Located 30 minutes from Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport.

🏨 Whitbread, the parent of Premier Inn, received approval to transform Dorset House, a 90,000 sq ft vacant office in Southwark (SE1), into a 421-room hub by Premier Inn. This marks the end of a busy development year in Central London, emphasizing the group's focus on conversion-led growth.

🏨 Hilton has launched Canopy by Hilton in Türkiye with hotels in Istanbul and Izmir, representing a regional development strategy. The openings emphasize the significance of lifestyle brands in Hilton's pipeline. Operators and investors are focusing on design-led, locally integrated properties in high-demand urban areas.

🍷 Lancaster House Hotel completed a refurbishment of its Sandeman Bar, inspired by its 30-year connection with the House of Sandeman and its 1790 origins. Managed by Tammy Barwell, the update features new furnishings, artwork, and a Sandeman timeline. The design was influenced by a research trip to Porto and includes details like upholstered seating and a branded barrel. The bar continues to host port and cheese events, celebrating its history with Sandeman wines from Portugal's Douro Valley.

📈 Daish’s Holidays plans a £1m refurbishment across 10 UK hotels in early 2026, targeting 155 bedrooms and communal areas. The Sandringham Hotel in Weston-super-Mare receives the largest investment of £250k for 90 bedrooms. Scarborough, Llandudno, Newquay, Torquay, Weymouth, Isle of Wight, Bournemouth, and Eastbourne hotels will also upgrade rooms. Paul Harper emphasizes the investment's role in enhancing guest experiences with modern amenities amidst competitive hospitality demands.

📅 MGallery Collection: First half of 2026, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Indian Ocean. New projects in high-identity destinations, focusing on local immersion and premium models amid market constraints.

🏠 Radisson Individuals adds New Bath Hotel and Spa to its UK portfolio in Matlock Bath, Derbyshire. The 18th-century property features 54 rooms and an outdoor lido with mineral spring water. Spa amenities include ESPA products, hot tub, sauna, and steam room, accessible to guests and visitors. Dining services are offered at the Fountain Restaurant, and event spaces accommodate up to 150 guests. Located near the Peak District, it’s about 30 minutes from Derby and 2.5 hours from London by train.