Hotel Openings

🏖 In 2026, Robins & Morton completed the Embassy Suites by Hilton Gulf Shores Beach Resort in Alabama, located near The Hangout, a venue for Sand In My Boots music festival. The resort includes a Starbucks, Sweet Cone Alabama, and various bars and restaurants. The Hilton Tapestry – Beal House in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, honors Dr. James Hartley Beal, with a seashell mosaic and local art. Both projects emphasize local culture and tourism-driven amenities.

🏨 Roswell, Georgia — The Chambray, a 125-key boutique hotel, will open in Summer 2027, developed by DSM Real Estate Partners and Stafford Development Company, and operated by The Indigo Road Hospitality Group. Situated near Canton Street and Southern Post, it offers amenities like a rooftop sushi restaurant, a Mediterranean-inspired eatery, and 2,300 sq. ft. of meeting space. Embracing Roswell's textile history, its design is a collaboration between Matt Mitchell Design, David Thompson Studio, and 617 Studio.

🏨 First Martin Corporation and First Hospitality opened the AC Marriott Hotel Ann Arbor Downtown in Michigan, within the Downtown Ann Arbor Main Street District. The six-story hotel features 139 guestrooms and a curated art collection. Sustainable touches include solar panels generating over 50 kWh daily. Guests can enjoy the AC Lounge & Kitchen, a 500-square-foot boardroom, and pet-friendly amenities. It's the first AC Hotel in Ann Arbor and the fourth in Michigan, expanding the brand in the Midwest.

🏨 hihotels by Hospitality International adds three newly converted properties in February 2026 in Louisiana, Texas, and New Jersey. The properties include Scottish Inns & Suites in Vinton, LA (45 rooms), Kingwood, TX (41 rooms), and Red Carpet Inn & Suites in Maple Shade, NJ (48 rooms). These conversions, previously Cobblestone Inn & Suites, Americas Best Value Inn & Suites, and Motel 6, exemplify hihotels' growth strategy. Owner Anil Patel highlights franchise stability as a key factor.

📍 Developers DSM Real Estate Partners and Stafford Development Company have begun construction on The Chambray, a 125-key boutique hotel in downtown Roswell, Georgia. Scheduled to open in summer 2027, it will be operated by The Indigo Road Hospitality Group and join Hyatt’s JdV Collection. The Chambray will feature 215 rooms, including three F&B venues and 2,300 square feet of meeting space, enhancing Roswell's community spirit and growth.

🏨 Minor Hotels reported a 32% rise in core profits to THB 6.8bn (£161m) for 2025. Revenues hit THB 133.2bn (£3.1m), with group sales up 4% to THB 166.1bn (£3.9m). Occupancy rose to 68%, with a 3% increase in average daily rates. Europe and the Americas drove earnings, boosting profits through leisure and corporate recovery. The group signed 40 new projects and rebranded 23 properties, pursuing an asset-light model. Expectations remain positive for 2026.

🍴 Ola Jachymiak Studio recently unveiled Nora, a modern Turkish restaurant in London's Canary Wharf. Located in the Wood Wharf expansion, the design merges three units into a 300-square-metre, mid-century-inspired space with a capacity for over 100 guests. The design uses warm materials like oak and zellige tiles, combining Anatolian influences and mid-century sensibility. Custom furnishings and bespoke lighting create a vibrant yet soothing atmosphere, echoing the rich textures of Istanbul's markets.

🏨 AC Marriott Hotel Ann Arbor Downtown opened by First Martin Corporation and First Hospitality, located in Downtown Ann Arbor Main Street District, Michigan. Spread over 81,745 sq. ft., it features 139 rooms. The hotel includes local art, a solar array generating over 50 kWh daily, a sixth-floor lounge, and a 500 sq. ft. executive boardroom. The first AC Hotel in Ann Arbor, it offers modern amenities, marking the brand's fourth location in Michigan.

🏨 Pazziella Capri will join Marriott’s Luxury Collection in spring 2026, following a partnership with The SNG Hotels Group. Situated in central Capri, near the Piazzetta and Via Camerelle, it features two villas, 25 rooms, and suites, some with private pools or hot tubs. Guests can enjoy Campanella restaurant, a pool, and on-site services. This collaboration aligns Pazziella with Luxury Collection standards, enhancing its hospitality while preserving its unique character.

🏨 Capella Hotel Group opened the 95-key Capella at Galaxy Macau, joining a lineup with Raffles and The Ritz-Carlton. The hotel offers suites and penthouses across 17 floors, featuring Parisian design and Michelin-starred dining. Amenities include personal butlers, private pools, and cultural experiences. The ground-floor lobby showcases a custom LED screen by artist Laura Cheung. Dining options include Botanica, with 48 seats, and Pony & Plume, offering over 650 whiskies.