Announcements

Santa Lucía Jungle Hacienda, Autograph Collection Debuts in Costa Rica’s Pacific Highlands

Today, Autograph Collection Hotels has announced the opening of Santa Lucía Jungle Hacienda, introducing a new brand of luxury set on a storied tropical enclave at the base of Carara National Park and along the serene Tárcoles River. Just 90 minutes from San José, Santa Lucía offers travelers a rare retreat—where timeless elegance meets untamed wilderness by blending elevated design, personalized service, and immersive natural beauty.

H.House Opens Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Charleston Downtown

The 129-room Fairfield by Marriott in Charleston, SC opened today with a new décor that provides guests with a feeling of warmth and calm while traveling. Located at 144 Bee St in downtown Charleston, the Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Charleston will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned and managed by H.House based in Charlotte, NC.

Red Lion Hotels, Inns & Suites by Sonesta Opens in Lemoore, California

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation (Sonesta) today announced the opening of Red Lion Inn & Suites Lemoore. The 66-room, midscale exterior corridor hotel is located in the San Joaquin Valley at 877 E D St in Lemoore, California. The hotel is convenient to Lemoore's Naval Air Station, as well as tourist attractions like Lemoore City Park, Lions Park, the Sarah A. Mooney Memorial Museum, and Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks.

Radisson Blu Hotel debuts in Florence, the gateway to Tuscany

Radisson Hotel Group proudly announces the opening of the Radisson Blu Hotel, Florence , a landmark addition to the Tuscan capital. Located just minutes from Florence's historic center with sweeping views of the Tuscan hills, the hotel blends contemporary design with the city's Renaissance heritage. Featuring one of Florence's largest conference facilities, along with a full-service spa, wellness center, and tennis courts, the Radisson Blu Hotel, Florence sets a new benchmark for both business and leisure hospitality in the region.

Nobu Opens in the Heart of Roma with a Spirited Sake Ceremony

Nobu Hospitality, the globally renowned luxury lifestyle brand founded by Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro and Meir Teper, celebrated the official opening of Nobu Hotel and Restaurant Roma with a traditional Sake Ceremony on November 6, 2025. The event marked a significant milestone for the brand, as it debuts its first hotel in Italy, deepening its presence in the country and continuing its European expansion.

Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai Is Now Open

Mandarin Oriental is delighted to announce the opening of Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai, the Group's second property in the city. Located within Wasl Tower, an architectural masterpiece on Sheikh Zayed Road, the hotel brings Mandarin Oriental's signature blend of Asian heritage and local character to the heart of Downtown Dubai, curating a vertical boulevard where hospitality, culture and commerce unite.

Marriott Debuts New Beachfront Resort in Pattaya, Offering a Tranquil Family-Friendly Escape on Jomtien Beach

Marriott Hotels®, the flagship brand of Marriott Bonvoy, unveils Pattaya Marriott Resort and Spa, a stunning new destination on Thailand's vibrant Eastern Seaboard. Located on the serene sands of Jomtien Beach, the resort offers a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure, making it an ideal getaway for families, couples, and travelers from across Asia.

Pocketbook Hudson Opens in Upstate New York

Today, Pocketbook Hudson — a new hotel, restaurant, and complex from a dynamic community of creative collaborators — opens in Hudson, New York. Welcoming guests and locals for the first time since the 1970s, the former pocketbook factory was built in 1883 for textile and novelty manufacturing and is Hudson's largest landmarked building. Just two hours north of New York City, Pocketbook Hudson was envisioned and developed under the partnership of Sean Roland, Nancy Kim, Gabriel Katz of MacArthur Holdings, and Jeremy Selman and Vipin Nambiar of HN Capital Partners, the project's sponsors. Blending past with present, the property's original industrial architecture is now contrasted with contemporary interiors in spaces for hospitality and the arts.

Ruby Group unveils Ruby Giulia in Rome

The Ruby Group, led by CEO and founder Michael Struck, is expanding its presence in Italy with the opening of Ruby Giulia. The hotel is located on Via Agostino Depretis, just steps from Piazza Venezia. The former Ministry of the Interior, measuring approximately 5,300 square meters, has been transformed into a 164-room hotel. Ruby Giulia is designed as an urban retreat in the heart of the city, featuring a 24/7 bar and café, inviting lounge areas that blend seamlessly with the neighborhood, and a rooftop terrace with panoramic views of the ancient city.

Garner by IHG Debuts in Kyoto's Historic Shijo Karasuma District

IHG Hotels & Resorts today announces the opening of Garner Hotel Kyoto Shijo Karasuma. Located in the heart of Kyoto on one of the city's most historic and charming streets, the 103-room hotel opens after an extensive transformation and represents the Garner brand's commitment to delivering relaxed, quality stays at an affordable price.

IHG Hotels & Resorts Debuts Vignette Collection in Maldives

IHG Hotels & Resorts announces the opening of Noku Maldives, Vignette Collection, marking the debut of the Vignette Collection brand in the Maldives. The addition of Noku Maldives to IHG's fast-growing Vignette Collection, a family of one-of-a-kind hotels in destinations to remember. Set within the pristine waters of Noonu Atoll, Noku Maldives offers 50 private beach and overwater villas, many with pools, surrounded by powder-soft sands and turquoise lagoons. Each villa blends contemporary comfort with natural island materials, creating a serene retreat that captures the essence of barefoot luxury.

Autograph Collection Hotels Debuts in the Maldives with The Halcyon Private Isles – A Signature Retreat of Individuality and Immersion

Autograph Collection Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy's global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, announces the opening of The Halcyon Private Isles Maldives, Autograph Collection. Inspired by the myth of Alcyone, the resort's name evokes the "halcyon days" - a time of peace, golden light, and unhurried discovery. The Halcyon Private Isles Maldives, Autograph Collection invites guests to step into a modern-day retreat that honors the elegance of the past while embracing the individuality of the present.

Coast Hotels Announces New Franchised Property in Dawson Creek, British Columbia

Coast Hotels Limited, a fully owned subsidiary of APA Hotel Canada, Inc. and one of North America's fastest-growing and one of Canada's largest hotel brands, is pleased to announce the official opening of its latest franchised property in Dawson Creek, British Columbia. The reimagined Coast Dawson Creek Hotel opened its doors on October 30, 2025, offering guests a comfortable and convenient stay in the community known as Mile 0 of the Alaska Highway and celebrated for its pioneer heritage, vibrant arts and culture, and access to outdoor adventures across the Peace Region.

Thompson Shanghai Expo Opens as the First Thompson Hotel in Asia

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of Thompson Shanghai Expo, marking the debut of the Thompson Hotels brand in the Asia Pacific region. Located in the dynamic World Expo area—Shanghai's revitalized business, culture and events district—Thompson Shanghai Expo serves as a home base for culture seekers, where worlds collide and the classics are celebrated.

Shangri-La and Traders Hongqiao Airport Hotels Debut at Shanghai Transportation Hub

Shangri-La Group ("Shangri-La") Shangri-La Group ("the Group") proudly announces the grand opening of Shangri-La Hongqiao Airport and Traders Hongqiao Airport, Shanghai — a dual-branded development located at the heart of the city's Hongqiao transportation hub. As the Group's fifth hotel project in Shanghai, this opening reflects its continued expansion in the city through a dual-brand approach, while reinforcing Shanghai's role as a hub for international exchange. It also marks the global debut of the Group's refreshed Traders brand — a future-forward concept that combines technology with thoughtful service for today's business travellers.

Santa Lucía Jungle Hacienda, Autograph Collection Debuts in Costa Rica’s Pacific Highlands

Today, Autograph Collection Hotels has announced the opening of Santa Lucía Jungle Hacienda, introducing a new brand of luxury set on a storied tropical enclave at the base of Carara National Park and along the serene Tárcoles River. Just 90 minutes from San José, Santa Lucía offers travelers a rare retreat—where timeless elegance meets untamed wilderness by blending elevated design, personalized service, and immersive natural beauty.