Track Aman in one place. This hub aggregates the latest news and openings across the ultra-luxury resort and hotel group, as covered by trusted sources. Follow a leader in serene, design-led luxury hospitality.
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Marriott to Open W Apartments in Cleveland, Offering Long-Term Rentals with Hotel Amenities by Late 2027
29 June 2026🏠 Marriott plans to open the W Apartments Cleveland in late 2027, offering long-term rentals at Erieview Tower, Cleveland. Renters will access hotel amenities such as a spa, fitness center, and rooftop bar, with services including a 24/7 concierge, doorman, and bellman. This move reflects a trend of hotel brands expanding into real estate. The brand aims to leverage its name for a premium while providing a consistent service experience. Concerns about added value versus branding persist.
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Inside RH London, The Gallery in Mayfair: the brand’s new outpost opens in a historic Palladian mansion
29 June 2026Gold-leaf ceilings, hand-blown Venetian glass chandeliers and an Ottoman-inspired rooftop terrace – here’s what to expect from the American furniture giant’s most ambitious opening to date
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Iconic Media Impact et In-House Event: le safari de Club Med, la nuit marocaine du Mandarin : deux écoles du rayonnement
28 June 2026This article was written by HospitalityOn. Click here to read the original article When the African adventure rides the Paris metro Club Med’s South African resort hasn’t welcomed a single
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Amble Launches Street-Legal Electric Buggy for Hospitality, Targeting 2027 with €20,000 Starting Price
25 June 2026🚗 Amble, a new mobility company from Portugal, founded by José António Uva, Julian Hoenig, Michael Tropper, and Adrien Roose, plans to launch the Amble One, an electric buggy, by 2027. The vehicle is street-legal in the US and EU, with a starting price of €20,000/$25,000. Initial sales target hospitality clients, with personal vehicles following in 2028. The Amble One features a modular platform, cork steering wheel, and is designed for short-range mobility.
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AlUla Aims for 1 Million Visitors by 2030, Plans to Triple Hotel Capacity Despite Regional Challenges
23 June 2026📈 AlUla attracted 320,000 visitors in 2025, a 15% increase from the previous year, aiming for 1 million by 2030. This goal requires tripling its hotel supply from 1,000 keys across 7 hotels to nearly 3,000. The Hyatt Place opens in October, with an Autograph Collection under construction and Aman Hegra, Six Senses announced. Geopolitical issues have slowed development. Phillip Jones, RCU’s tourism chief, shared these insights at the Future Hospitality Summit in Riyadh.
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IHG Signs Kimpton Hotel in Madrid’s Salamanca, Opening 2030 in Partnership with El Corte Inglés
22 June 2026🏨 IHG Hotels & Resorts will open its first Kimpton hotel in Madrid’s Salamanca neighborhood in mid-2030, collaborating with El Corte Inglés. The 106-key hotel will feature a ground-floor restaurant, spa, indoor pool, and rooftop bar. In 2025, Madrid’s tourism hit €17.9 billion, a 71% increase from 2019. IHG has 116 open and 68 pipeline luxury/lifestyle properties in Europe and 66 open with 16 in the pipeline in Spain.
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Korean Air Unveils Expanded Lounge Network at Incheon Airport with KRW 110 Billion Overhaul, Increasing Capacity by 75%
19 June 2026📍 Korean Air revamped its Incheon Airport lounges, spending KRW 110 billion over 42 months. Lounge space increased from 5,105 to 12,270 sq m, and seating capacity rose from 898 to 1,566. The First Class Lounge expanded to 921 sq m, featuring 11 private suites and à la carte dining. The largest, Prestige Class West Lounge, spans 2,615 sq m with over 420 seats. Seven lounges now operate, blending Korean cultural aesthetics and modern comfort.
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SpringHill Suites Dayton Vandalia Completes Comprehensive Renovation of 91-Suite Property Managed by Ivy Hospitality
19 June 2026🏨 SpringHill Suites Dayton Vandalia completed a total renovation of its 91-suite hotel in Dayton, Ohio, managed by Ivy Hospitality. The project revamped guest suites, the lobby, fitness center, and indoor pool. New features include a Peloton bike and updated business space for up to 12 attendees. Located near I-75 and I-70, the hotel is 10 minutes from Dayton International Airport and 12 minutes from downtown Dayton, enhancing accessibility to local attractions.
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Scott Eddy Discusses Hospitality’s Shift with AI, Social Media Trends, and Emotional Connection in Podcast Episode
17 June 2026📰 Scott Eddy, a hospitality influencer, shares insights on the industry’s future. Eddy, who transitioned from investment banking to hospitality, established Asia’s first digital agency. Notably, he was among the first 2,000 Twitter users and became the first American expat in Asia with a million followers. Since his return to the U.S. in 2015, Eddy has worked with major brands like F1 and Lexus, highlighting the importance of emotional connections in hospitality and the growing role of AI in the…
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AI Tools Enhance Marketing Efficiency but Risk Diluting Brand Identity Through Overemphasis on Speed and Variation
17 June 2026📈 In the AI-driven marketing landscape, quantity and speed are key, but brand consistency is crucial. AI can produce vast amounts of content—50 headlines, 10 image directions, 20 email subject lines—but risks creating brand leakage, where value and reputation drift from company control. The challenge is maintaining brand identity amidst AI’s capability to iterate endlessly. AI must help craft assets that feel consistent, ensuring brand identity remains intact. Emphasizing taste and precision over mere quantity can sustain brand strength in…
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Hyatt’s Acquisition of Standard Hotels: A Test for Preserving Brand Identity and Cultural Influence
17 June 2026📍 In 2024, Hyatt acquired Standard International, LLC, encompassing 22 hotels and approximately 2,000 rooms, with over 30 projects in development. Previously, IHG purchased Kimpton Hotels in 2014 for $430 million, initially featuring 62 hotels and 71 restaurants. Accor acquired 85% of 21c Museum Hotels in 2018 when it had eight hotels and three under development. CBRE’s 2025 research indicates hotel brand growth at a 7% annual rate, while loyalty membership increased by 15%. Unfortunately, increased brands haven’t improved RevPAR…
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HotelWorld AI Report: 84% of Hotels Invisible in AI Recommendations, Hyatt Nearly Doubles Visibility in Q1 2026
16 June 2026📈 San Antonio, Texas, June 2026 – A shift in how travellers discover hotels is noted, with AI platforms like ChatGPT gaining favor. The Q1 2026 HotelWorld AI Visibility Index analyzed 2.36 million data points, revealing only 16% of hotels appear in AI recommendations. The Top 25 threshold rose by 25%, and Hyatt nearly doubled its visibility. Luxury brands Aman and Auberge entered rankings, while Hilton nears Holiday Inn Express. AI language impacts recommendations, emphasizing competitive AI visibility.
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Hotels Enhance Guest Experience with Biophilic Soundscapes: Waterfalls, Ocean Waves, and Natural Sounds Transform Spaces
15 June 2026📣 Pan Pacific Orchard, Singapore, features a dramatic waterfall creating a natural soundtrack for guests. Aman Tokyo, located in a bustling city, provides tranquility through minimalist design and controlled acoustics. The Ritz-Carlton, Bali, integrates ocean waves and tropical breezes into its open-air architecture. These hotels utilize strategic soundscapes, such as waterfalls, ocean sounds, and rustling leaves, to influence guest experiences, mask urban noise, and enhance relaxation.
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Hotel Indigo Coventry Appoints Madan Rathore as Manager and Hugo Correia as Head Chef to Lead Team
12 June 2026🏨 Hotel Indigo Coventry, a four-star hotel located in Friargate, appointed Madan Rathore as hotel manager and Hugo Correia as head chef in 2026. Rathore joined in April, bringing over 20 years of hospitality experience, while Correia, previously a sous chef at the hotel, returns to lead the culinary team. The 101-room hotel opened in January 2024 after a multi-million-pound project and features Cogs Bar and Kitchen, a fitness center, and meeting room.
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Complimentary Hotel Management Agreement Reviews Offered to Address Key Contractual Pressure Points and Risks
12 June 2026🏨 Are you considering a 5% or the full 11-16% royalty fee when underwriting a branded hotel? Over 20 years, working with Aman, Nikki Beach, One&Only, The Luxury Collection, Banyan Tree, and Hilton, it’s clear that successful owners invest time negotiating 20–30-year agreements to protect NOI and exit strategies. Key areas include fee structures, approvals, and termination terms. A complimentary agreement review is offered, highlighting risks and aligning incentives. #HotelInvestment #HospitalityStrategy
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NYU IHIF 2026 Highlights: AI in Hospitality, Minor Hotels’ Expansion, and Revised Industry Forecasts Signal Growth
12 June 2026📓 NYU IHIF 2026 in New York City highlighted key hospitality trends, including AI adoption, international travel, and the World Cup’s impact. Minor Hotels announced projects in New York (Worsley Hotel, 2023), Miami (Anantara, 2030), and Turks and Caicos (2029). AHLA emphasized human trafficking prevention and women in leadership. Jan Freitag from STR revised the hospitality forecast with 2.8% RevPAR growth, noting supply constraints and strong luxury segment performance. The event underscored the industry’s adaptability and future opportunities.
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Hotel Indigo Coventry Appoints Madan Rathore as Manager and Hugo Correia as Head Chef at 101-Room Venue
11 June 2026📍 Madan Rathore appointed as hotel manager and Hugo Correia as head chef at Hotel Indigo Coventry, a 101-bedroom venue. Rathore joined in April with 20+ years in hospitality, formerly GM at Ramada Encore, Leicester. Correia returns after prior roles, including Weston Hall Hotel head chef. Hotel Indigo opened in January 2024 at Friargate, Coventry, following a multi-million-pound development. Samantha Dunion, the cluster GM, highlights their expertise and leadership in enhancing guest experiences.
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Provenance Collection Appoints Anthony Blundell as Managing Director, Following Sale of Three North Yorkshire Venues
11 June 2026🏨 Provenance Collection, a pub and hotel operator, announced a leadership change in 2026 after selling three North Yorkshire venues: Black Bull at Moulton, Punch Bowl at Marton-cum-Grafton, and Cleveland Tontine near Northallerton. Anthony Blundell replaces Peter Grazier as managing director, with Grazier stepping down for leukaemia treatment. The sale strategy aims for growth in standout sites, with positive summer bookings expected. Provenance’s founder praises Blundell’s readiness for the leadership role after 15 years in hospitality.
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OMO Brand by Hoshino Resorts Competes with Japan’s Business Hotels, Offering Affordable Lodging Since 2018 Launch
9 June 2026🏨 OMO, Hoshino Resorts’ fourth brand, launched in 2018, targets the business hotel market in Japan, typically frequented by salarymen and budget-conscious business travellers. Known for its affordable rates compared to Hoshinoya’s luxury offerings, OMO aims to provide a quality experience at a lower price. Hoshino Resorts, led by fourth-generation CEO Yoshiharu Hoshino, is renowned for its luxury flagship Hoshinoya, featuring properties in Karuizawa and Kyoto, symbolizing Japan’s high-end, ceremonial hospitality.
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Manex Properties Secures Planning Permission to Transform Waterman House into 73-Room Amano Hotel in London
9 June 2026🏨 Manex Properties has secured permission from Westminster City Council to convert a vacant nine-storey office building into a 73-room Amano hotel. Situated 50 yards from Hotel Amano Covent Garden, the project is a joint venture with Excellion Capital, enhancing the London estate’s value to £150m. Construction will begin this year, with a single management team overseeing both properties. The redevelopment aims to restore the 25,000 sq ft building’s architectural character.
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Explora Journeys Expands Fleet to Six Ships by 2028, Targets First-Time Sailors with Unique Ocean Experience
5 June 2026🌊 At the EHL HumanX Summit in Lausanne, Anna Nash, President of Explora Journeys, discussed the brand’s vision. In 2024, she assumed leadership of the luxury ocean travel brand. Explora I launched in 2023, Explora II in 2024, with a full fleet of six ships by 2028. Notably, 30% of guests are first-time sailors. Explora focuses on “ocean travel” instead of “cruising,” offering an all-inclusive experience emphasizing time and ocean wellness.
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Highgate to Manage Lotte New York Palace Hotel in Strategic Partnership with Lotte Hotels & Resorts
4 June 2026🏨 US/South Korea: Lotte Hotels & Resorts and Highgate have formed a strategic partnership in June 2026. Highgate will manage the Lotte New York Palace Hotel under this agreement.
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Sixth Street Acquires Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort & Spa for $176 Million in Partnership with Riller Capital
28 May 2026🏖 Sixth Street and Riller Capital acquired the Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort & Spa from Braemar Hotels & Resorts for $176 million. Located in Beaver Creek Village, the 193-key luxury resort offers ski-in/ski-out access and was renovated in 2025. It includes a spa, fitness center, outdoor pool, and 50,000 sq ft of event space. The acquisition was advised by Latham & Watkins and CBRE, with financing from Starwood Property Trust.
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Clermont Hotel Group Partners with RADA Business to Train 1,700 Staff in Performance Skills Using Acting Techniques
28 May 2026🎭 Clermont Hotel Group has partnered with RADA Business to provide performance training to 1,700 staff members. The Summer Skills Fest, employing acting techniques like RADA’s ‘body, breath and voice’ framework, includes three presentation skills workshops. Over 50 front-of-house staff at Gordon Ramsay’s Hell’s Kitchen in the Cumberland hotel (opened in April) have already benefited. This initiative aims to transform hospitality into an experiential service, enhancing customer interactions.
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Luxury Hotels Expand in Texas Hill Country with Four Major Projects, Including Waldorf Astoria and Aman Resorts
26 May 2026🏨 Texas Hill Country is set to become a luxury hotspot with four major hotel projects targeting the 20 million people within five hours’ drive. Since 2020, Texas has seen an influx of businesses like Tesla and Chevron, while Goldman Sachs invests $500 million in Dallas. By 2028, Hilton’s Waldorf Astoria will open with 60 rooms near Fredericksburg. Aman introduced Amansanu in April, just 90 minutes from Austin, marking its sixth U.S. property.
