Hotel Openings - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 95

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Upper House expands globally with new Bangkok residences

🏠 Swire Hotels rebrands The House Collective as Upper House. Properties in Hong Kong, Chengdu, and Shanghai are renamed Upper House, with future openings in Shenzhen (2027), Xi’an (2028), Tokyo (2029), and Bangkok (2030). Upper House Residences in Bangkok debuts in 2030, marking the brand's first residential project. The rebrand focuses on unscripted, personal hospitality, emphasizing local design and guest experience. Upcoming projects feature designs by Büro Ole Scheeren, Shigeru Ban, Snøhetta, and Foster + Partners.

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Croatia’s Grand Hotel Bonavia converting to AC Hotels by Marriott flag

🏨 Jadran Hoteli Rijeka and Marriott International signed a franchise agreement on October 2, converting Grand Hotel Bonavia to AC Hotels by Marriott in Rijeka, Croatia. City officials and key figures like Vedran Vivoda and Kristian Šustar attended. The agreement, Jadran’s third international franchise, aims to modernize the hotel, positioning Rijeka as a competitive international destination. This partnership aligns with Marriott's expansion plans in Croatia, enhancing Rijeka's hospitality offerings.

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Kimpton signs resort property in Paradise Valley, Ariz.

🏨 Kimpton will open the Kimpton Miralina Resort & Villas in Paradise Valley, Arizona, in early 2026. Situated between Camelback and Mummy Mountains, the 42-acre site will feature over 400 guest rooms, plus 50,000 square feet of event space. Amenities include six pools, a spa, and four dining venues. Managed by Highgate, it marks IHG's first luxury property in the Scottsdale market and adds to Kimpton's global portfolio of nearly 150 properties.

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Holiday Inn London Bloomsbury unveils redesign

🏨 Holiday Inn London Bloomsbury unveiled refreshed interiors, inspired by the early 20th Century Bloomsbury Group. Located on Coram Street, near Russell Square, the hotel offers 317 rooms, all air-conditioned with walk-in showers. The Artful Critic restaurant donates 50p per fish and chips order to Hospitality Action. Within walking distance of Russell Square and King's Cross St Pancras stations, it's operated by Imperial London Hotels, part of a strategic IHG partnership, managing eight other properties.

Meliá unveils a third Paradisus location in the Canary Islands

🏨 Originally built in 1978 as Hotel Los Gorriones, Fuerteventura's landmark underwent a €32 million renovation, rebranding as Paradisus Fuerteventura. The transformation doubled the staff to 320, with added focus on social inclusion. The now five-star resort boasts 363 luxury rooms, four pools, and nine restaurants, including Mahos led by Michelin-starred Chef Germán Ortega. Part of Meliá Hotels' expansion, it emphasizes local culture and sustainability, with plans to convert a nearby property into Zel Fuerteventura by 2026.

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Mason & Fifth offers short and long stays in canal-side building by AHMM and TiggColl

🌃 London, 2025, Mason & Fifth Westbourne Park—a collaboration by AHMM and TiggColl—is a new 12-storey co-living and hotel space near Notting Hill, featuring 322 guest studios. Located beside the Grand Union Canal, it includes a tiered courtyard and exterior of brick, polished steel, and green-glazed terracotta tiles. Communal spaces span three floors, with amenities like a 900-square-metre co-working area, a wellness suite, and creative event spaces. The interior design incorporates over 30 local brands.

Ascott expands European footprint with seven new signings

🏠 Ascott expands in Vienna and Seville, adding five projects with 750 units in Vienna and two properties in Seville's Lagoon City. The Vienna projects include a second lyf property opening in late 2026, totaling nearly 1,400 units in the city. In Seville, a 250-unit lyf and a 120-unit Somerset are slated for end-2028. Ascott opened its first French lyf in Paris on 16 October 2025, and The Unlimited Collection debuted in Europe with three properties.

Grand Hotel Bonavia in Rijeka joins AC Hotels by Marriott portfolio

🏨 Vedran Vivoda, Kristian Šustar, and Silvija Lovreta participated in a signing ceremony at Grand Hotel Bonavia in Rijeka. Jadran hoteli Rijeka's third international franchise partnership aligns with its expansion strategy. The transformation of the hotel into AC Hotels by Marriott aims to boost Rijeka's international visibility, combining global standards with local culture. This collaboration emphasizes Marriott's growth in Central and Southeastern Europe and strengthens Rijeka’s position on the European tourism map.

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Inside Universal Music’s Big Bet on Hospitality – Oscar Serrano, UMusic Hospitality

🎵 Universal Music Group launched UMusic Hotels, establishing a unique hospitality venture that integrates music at its core. In 2022, a prime real estate opportunity in Madrid expedited their first hotel opening in November, featuring a theater with Antonio Banderas. The hotel offers a distinct experience by hosting live performances from local music students and focusing on diverse revenue streams beyond traditional room bookings. This initiative serves as a platform for both renowned and emerging musicians.

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Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants debuts Crying Tiger in Chicago’s River North

🍲 Crying Tiger, a Southeast Asian concept by Lettuce Entertain You and chef Thai Dang, opened Tuesday in Chicago's River North. Menu highlights include dishes priced $19-$115, with desserts by Juan Gutierrez. Kevin Beary crafted the beverage menu, while Richard Hanauer selected 75 wines. Designed by David Collins Studio, the 140-seat venue features a bar, winter garden, and private dining. The decor includes 3,000 ceramic tiles and custom scissors-style gates by Acorn Wire and Iron Works.

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