Announcements

IHG Hotels & Resorts to open first Kimpton in Indonesia

IHG Hotels & Resorts has unveiled a first look at Kimpton Suntaya Bali Ubud, set to debut later this year as the luxury lifestyle brand’s highly anticipated arrival in Indonesia. Designed as an extension of Bali’s creative energy, the hotel will embody Kimpton’s signature approach to human hospitality, intuitive service, and design-forward spaces that invite curiosity and connection.

Songtsam Resorts Debuts Songtsam Linka Kunming, a New Urban Retreat Overlooking Dianchi Lake

 Songtsam Resorts, the renowned collection of experiential luxury lodges and retreats located across Tibet and Yunnan Province, China, is pleased to announce the opening of Songtsam Linka Kunming, the brand’s 20th property and first-ever urban, nature-inspired “Linka” hotel, reminiscent of the traditional Tibetan concept of a nature or garden retreat. Marking a significant milestone for the hospitality group since its founding in 2000, the new address invites travelers to enjoy quiet, reflective stays with convenient access to the myriad cultural and urban experiences of Yunnan’s vibrant capital city.

Shaner Hotels Celebrates Opening of 109-Room Four Points by Sheraton Newark Airport in New Jersey

Officials of Shaner Hotels, an award winning, international hotel owner, operator and developer, today announced the grand opening of the 109-room Four Points by Sheraton Newark Airport in N.J.  The recently upgraded and converted hotel is one of a select few area lodging options that offers pickup from Terminals A, B and C, which enables guests to bypass the designated shuttle areas found elsewhere throughout the airport.

Centara Accelerates Luxury Growth with The Launch of Its Second Centara Reserve

Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand's leading hotel operator, today announced the launch of Centara Reserve Krabi, the second property under its award-winning luxury Reserve brand, scheduled to open in December 2026 following a multi-billion-baht development. The opening represents the next chapter of the company's long-term premium growth strategy, strengthening its position in the luxury hospitality sector while supporting Krabi's emergence as one of Asia's most desirable quiet luxury destinations.

Kimpton Nine Trees Shanghai Officially Opens Next Generation Wellness Escape in South Shanghai

IHG Hotels & Resorts officially opened Kimpton Nine Trees Shanghai on June 30, 2026, an addition to the hospitality company’s Lifestyle & Luxury portfolio. As the second Kimpton hotel in Shanghai, the property is located in Fengxian, a livable eco-district in South Shanghai, surrounded by expansive woodlands and lush urban greenery. Blending forward-thinking wellness concepts with Kimpton’s distinctive philosophy of vibrant hospitality, the hotel introduces the first large-scale lifestyle and wellness destination in Fengxian, designed to attract Shanghai residents, as well as travelers from the region and around the world.

Mangia’s Unveils Costa Ragusa: A New Sicilian Destination

Mangia's Hotels & Resorts, Italy's leading hotel collection, is unveiling Costa Ragusa, a new lifestyle destination on Sicily's south-eastern coast that brings together two distinctive hospitality concepts alongside a curated collection of restaurants, wellness facilities and leisure offerings. Anchored by the 5-star all-inclusive Mangia's Costa Ragusa Borgo, which soft-opened on 1 July, and the 5-star luxury Icona's Costa Ragusa Resort, due to open 1 August, the destination is designed to welcome both resident guests and visitors seeking authentic Sicilian experiences. Together, they represent the first chapter of an ambitious destination development project on Sicily's south-eastern coast, opening up one of Italy's most authentic and under-explored regions to international travellers.

Me and All Hotel Leipzig Opens in Germany

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of Me and All Hotel Leipzig, a 282-room hotel that combines Bauhaus-inspired design, local culture and social experiences in the heart of Leipzig. Operated by the Lindner Hotel Group as part of its strategic collaboration with Hyatt, the hotel reflects the successful combination between Hyatt’s global brand expertise and Lindner’s deep understanding of the German hospitality market. The opening marks the continued expansion of the Me and All Hotels brand in Germany, further strengthening its position within Hyatt’s Lifestyle portfolio.

Radisson Collection Debuts in Chengdu, Opening a New Chapter of Exceptional Hospitality in Southwest China

Jin Jiang International Hotels and Radisson Hotel Group announce the grand opening of Radisson Collection Hotel, Hi-Tech Zone Chengdu, the brand's flagship debut in Southwest China. Marking a significant milestone in Radisson Collection's regional expansion, the hotel is located within the Cloud Yunduan Tower of the Business & Innovation Centre for China-Europe Cooperation (CCEC), offering a refined blend of contemporary European sophistication and the rich cultural heritage of Sichuan. Guided by the brand philosophy of "Welcome to the Exceptional," the hotel is designed to serve global business travelers, international organization representatives and discerning guests seeking a stay defined by art, culture and a strong sense of place.

Frasers Hospitality expands into historic Jiangnan with Fraser Residence Wuzhen

Frasers Hospitality, a business unit of Frasers Property,  announced the soft opening of Fraser Residence Wuzhen. Located in the heart of  the historic 1,300-year-old water town dating from the Tang Dynasty, the property marks  Frasers Hospitality’s first entry into one of China’s renowned cultural and tourism destination.  Anchored within the Yangtze River Delta, approximately 78 kilometres from Hangzhou and  125 kilometres from Shanghai, the opening further strengthens its presence in China, extending  its footprint beyond key urban centres into the country’s distinctive heritage destinations.

The Foley Collection Debuts with the Addition of New Brasada Ranch Acquisition

Foley Entertainment Group's hospitality division today unveils The Foley Collection, a new united portfolio identity that brings together its distinctive collection of luxury hotels, private homes, restaurants, wedding and event venues, and destination experiences. Marking the first major milestone under its new identity, the company also announced the acquisition of Brasada Ranch, the award-winning 1,800-acre luxury destination resort and residential community near Bend, Oregon.