Hotel Openings

🏨 Anchor Construction broke ground on the AC Hotel by Marriott CityCentre Houston, a six-story, 153-room hotel in West Houston, Texas, on a project valued at $19 million. The development, led by PA Hospitality and designed by DLR Group, spans 85,810 square feet, including a pool, bar, fitness center, and meeting space. Completion is anticipated in late 2027, with Anchor Construction overseeing the transition from planning to construction.

🏨 After a seven-year restoration, Casa Bonavita opened in Attard, Malta, envisioned by the Rug Company's Christopher and Suzanne Sharp. The 17-room retreat blends historical charm with modern design, showcasing Sicilian marbles and Murano glass. The hotel features lush gardens cultivated over 15 years, two pools, a hammam, and dining by chef Dex Oseman. A highlight is the Folly Suite, a private villa-style sanctuary with a rooftop terrace and pool.

📖 North Lakes Hotel and Spa in Penrith completed a £760,000 refurbishment of 22 bedrooms in six weeks, including bathroom remodels and furnishing updates. The hotel, off the M6 motorway and owned by Thwaites, also renovated its Hartside meeting room. Using blues, greens, and neutrals inspired by the Lake District, the refurbishment aims to enhance guest experience. The project follows a 2024 conference space update and emphasizes bespoke details and continuous investment.

🎲 Professionals at Play will open a new Roxy Ball Room in London’s Old Street in July 2026. This 13,500 sqft venue, previously a Bounce site, will house competitive socializing attractions like American Pool, Duck Pin Bowling, and Karaoke. Founded in 2013 by Matt and Ben Jones, Roxy Leisure operates 19 venues nationwide. The Old Street site marks its second London location, joining the St Mary Axe site, with expansion into Holborn planned later in the year.

📍 Dakota Manchester Airport's £54 million hotel opens on July 1st, near Manchester Airport's terminals. Featuring 154 rooms and suites, the hotel includes a Bar & Grill, private dining, a Champagne Room, and an outdoor cigar terrace. Designed as a destination, it offers travelers a luxurious experience before flights. The hotel emphasizes understated sophistication with rich leather, dark timbers, and warm lighting, aiming for a seamless blend of service and atmosphere.

🏨 Mortenson Development (MDI) will begin construction on a dual-brand AC Hotel and Residence Inn by Marriott near the Las Vegas Convention Center on June 15, with completion expected by Summer 2028. The 233,330-square-foot property will feature 397 rooms, including 237 AC Hotel rooms and 160 Residence Inn suites. Designed by PK Architects and Wild Muse Interiors, amenities include meeting spaces, a fitness center, a rooftop pool, and a lounge.

🏗️ Designed by NOA, Berdenesh Hills in southern Albania spans nearly 280,000 square feet, featuring around 250 apartments and a hotel. Inspired by the coastal landscape and Tirana's rural transition, it mimics a citadel with a central piazza. The architecture integrates with the surroundings using raw plaster in earthy tones. Rooflines mirror the terrain across five terraced levels, offering sea views. Preliminary design approval is secured, and construction is set to start this year.

🏖 In Big Sky, Montana, Olson Kundig designed One&Only Moonlight Basin for hospitality developer Kerzner International, emphasizing its natural surroundings. The resort includes 73 guest rooms, 19 cabins, and 62 private homes with rustic and luxurious decor. Public spaces like Sky Lodge and restaurants such as Akira Back highlight local history and offer diverse dining experiences. The spa and fitness center complements this luxury resort, which balances Western spirit with design-led hospitality.

🏖 San Juan saw a tourism boom in 2025, marking a fifth record year, with 6.8 million airport and 1.6 million cruise arrivals. Major projects include a $60M upgrade at Wyndham Grand Rio Mar and a $150M overhaul at Ritz-Carlton, San Juan. Four Seasons launched after a $40M renovation, and Hyatt Centric Isla Verde underwent a $30M transformation. La Concha Resort's $80M rebranding reflects Puerto Rican culture. Juan Carlos Morales invested $4.5M in Santurce's Patio Elba.

🏨 Davidson Hospitality Group has been selected to operate Parrot Key Hotel & Villas in Key West, Florida, situated less than three miles from Old Town. The resort has 148 rooms, four pools, and a restaurant. A renovation is planned this summer. The property spans five acres of gardens, with a complimentary shuttle to Duval Street and Smathers Beach. Davidson also operates hotels in Key Largo and Islamorada, leveraging their experience in the Florida Keys.