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Kimpton Unveils Quinta da Marinha, Bringing Laid Back Luxury Lifestyle to Portugal’s Atlantic Coast

Surrounded by the natural beauty of Portugal’s Atlantic coastline, Kimpton Quinta da Marinha, the newest addition to IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, is now open in Cascais. Located between the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park and the Atlantic Ocean, the 194-room resort introduces Kimpton’s distinctive boutique luxury to one of Europe’s most desirable coastal destinations. Just minutes from the charming centre of Cascais and within easy reach of Lisbon, the property brings Kimpton’s playful approach to luxury and life through striking design and sociable spaces combined with nature, wellness, and active living in a setting that feels both energising and restorative.

Kimpton
Cascais, Portugal
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Luura has officially opened its first hotel in Paros

Luura, a new Mediterranean hospitality brand, opened its inaugural hotel on the island of Paros on Saturday 1 August 2026. The adults-only (12+ years) seafront property features 39 spacious suites with extensive outdoor space, including 19 with private pools, alongside a private chapel, two restaurants, an extensive wellness area and an event space for weddings and exclusive buyouts.

Morgans Originals
Paros, Greece
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Tapestry Collection by Hilton Debuts in Vietnam with Opening of NHAAN Resort & Spa Hoi An

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has opened NHAAN Resort & Spa Hoi An, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, a tranquil riverside sanctuary in Central Vietnam’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed port town, which is famed for its cobbled streets and winding waterways. The property marks the debut of Tapestry Collection by Hilton in Vietnam, introducing this brand collection of original, independent hotels to one of the country’s most culturally rich destinations.

Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Da Nang, Vietnam
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Boutique Hotel Mendocino Cove Now Open on Northern California's Coastline

Perched above a secluded stretch of Northern California coastline where redwoods meet the Pacific, Mendocino Cove is set to officially open August 1, 2026 as a new design-forward coastal retreat from the founders of Mendocino Grove. Thoughtfully reimagined from the historic Pine Beach Inn property, the 40-suite destination offers elevated hospitality, wellness, recreation, and relaxed luxury across 11 oceanside acres on the Mendocino Coast. 

Mendocino Cove
Fort Bragg, California, United States
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Shangri-La Group Debuts Its First JEN by Shangri-La Hotel in Hangzhou

Shangri-La Group (“the Group” or “Shangri-La”) today announced the debut of JEN by Shangri-La (“JEN”) brand in Hangzhou with the soft opening of JEN Hangzhou by Shangri-La (“JEN Hangzhou”). Bringing the brand’s “Live New Asia” spirit to one of East China’s most vibrant destinations, where cultural heritage meets fast-evolving urban energy, JEN Hangzhou blends local character with contemporary lifestyle experiences. As the Group’s 10th JEN property globally, the hotel is designed as a lively hub for travellers and the local community to connect, exchange ideas and explore the city from a fresh perspective.

Hotel Jen
Hang Zhou Shi, China
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Sheraton Hotels & Resorts Debuts in Papua New Guinea with the Opening of Sheraton Port Moresby Stanley Hotel & Suites

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 hotel brands, today announced its debut in Papua New Guinea with the opening of Sheraton Port Moresby Stanley Hotel & Suites – a 394-key hotel located in Port Moresby’s central business and government district, five minutes from Jacksons International Airport and connected to the Vision City Mega Mall – marking Marriott International’s second property in the country and a significant milestone for the brand’s expansion in the Pacific.

Sheraton
Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea
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IHG Hotels & Resorts Opens first Vignette Collection in India and South West Asia with The Aarlis Hotel Panchkula

 IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hotel companies, today announces the opening of The Aarlis Hotel Panchkula, Vignette Collection, marking the introduction of its collection brand to India and South West Asia. The 145-room hotel joins Vignette Collection, a growing family of one-of-a-kind hotels in destinations to remember and becomes part of IHG' leading Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio.

Vignette Collection
Panchkula, India
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Hilton Brings Canopy Hotels to South East Asia with Canopy Bangkok Sukhumvit

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has opened Canopy Bangkok Sukhumvit, marking the debut of its lifestyle brand, Canopy Hotels, in South East Asia. Set in Bangkok’s vibrant Asoke neighborhood, the hotel brings together public spaces by award-winning interior design studio AvroKO, four distinctive dining concepts and city-curated experiences that reflect Bangkok’s layered character and creative energy. The opening represents another milestone in Hilton’s expanding lifestyle portfolio across Asia Pacific.

Canopy by Hilton
Bangkok, Thailand
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Banyan Group Announces Opening of Banyan Tree Mount Emei, a Gateway to the UNESCO World Heritage-Listed Site in China's Sichuan Province

Banyan Group ("Banyan Tree Holdings Limited" or the "Group" – SGX: B58), an independent global hospitality company, has expanded the presence of its flagship Banyan Tree brand in China with the opening of Banyan Tree Mount Emei in China's Sichuan Province. Nestled in the foothills of Mount Emei (also known as Emeishan), the resort serves as a gateway to the Mount Emei Scenic Area, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site inscribed for both its cultural and natural significance and known for its rich biodiversity.

Banyan Tree
Emeishan, China
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Radisson Hotel Group opens The Merchant Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals, in the heart of Brisbane

The Merchant Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals, has opened in the heart of Brisbane's central business district, marking the debut of the Radisson Individuals brand in Queensland. Inspired by the trading heritage of the historic Roma Street markets, the contemporary 58-room boutique hotel combines distinctive local character, personalised service and modern comfort within easy reach of the city's corporate, government, cultural and entertainment precincts.

Radisson Individuals
Brisbane City, Australia
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LivAway Suites® Plants Roots in Tucson with Fourth Arizona Opening

LivAway Suites has opened its doors in Tucson, Arizona, marking the brand's fourth Arizona property and further accelerating one of the hospitality industry's fastest-growing economy extended stay platforms. With 21 additional locations open or under development nationwide, LivAway continues to build momentum as demand grows for flexible, affordable long-term lodging across the country.

LivAway Suites
Tucson, Arizona, United States
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TownePlace Suites Latham Albany Airport Offers a Fresh Take on Extended Stay Travel

Buffalo Lodging Associates, LLC, announced the 114 all-suite hotel, TownePlace Suites Latham Albany Airport, located at 5 Forts Ferry Road, Albany, New York, has completed renovation to its guest suites and public spaces. The refreshed design delivers the modern, comfortable experience today's travelers are seeking, a welcoming place where guests can settle in, maintain their routines, and easily connect with the Albany area during their stay.

TownePlace Suites
Latham, New York, United States
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Fontenille Collection Unveils its First Opening in Burgundy with Château de Cîteaux

This summer, as Fontenille Collection celebrates its 10-year anniversary, the group sets roots in Burgundy for the first time with the transformation of Château de Cîteaux. Rising over 12th-century Cistercian cellars among the oldest in the region, this 19th-century house in the heart of Meursault brings together winemaking legacy, monastic heritage and contemplative contemporary design within a setting that feels quietly timeless.

Fontenille Collection (previously "Les Domaines de Fontenille")
Meursault, France
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Now Open: Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel Reopens on Riva degli Schiavoni

The highly anticipated reopening of Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel has arrived as the property welcomes its first guests. Set in a prime position on the Riva degli Schiavoni, the Hotel offers stunning views of San Giorgio Maggiore from its rooftop terrace, while many of its rooms reveal the Lagoon in true theatrical fashion, with curtains parting like those of a grand theatre to unveil the view beyond.

Four Seasons
Venezia, Italy
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Hyatt Place Debuts in Vithalapur, India’s Thriving Industrial Destination

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of Hyatt Place Vithalapur, marking the Hyatt Place brand’s debut in the emerging industrial hub of Vithalapur, Gujarat in India. The 108-room property is the first globally recognized hotel brand in Vithalapur, offering a seamless blend of comfort, convenience and efficient service in a casual atmosphere for business and leisure travelers.

Hyatt Place
Dekavada, India
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Villa Dorothéa is Now Open in Lisbon, a Restored Hamlet Hotel Offering a Slower Way to Experience the City

Villa Dorothéa, a unique new boutique hotel in Lisbon’s Lapa district, occupying a beautifully restored 19th century hamlet, has now opened its doors in the city. Hidden behind discreet façades between Lapa, Santos, and the Tagus River, Villa Dorothéa introduces a more intimate vision of luxury hospitality to Lisbon, one shaped by atmosphere, local life, and the feeling of truly living within the city. 

Tradition Signature Collection
Lisboa, Portugal
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Cincinnati’s Fidelity Hotel Now Open, Ushering in a New Era of Design-Driven Hospitality in the Queen City

Marking its continued expansion in Ohio, today New Waterloo unveils Cincinnati’s Fidelity Hotel, in the heart of downtown’s Fountain District. The 165-room lifestyle property reflects the company’s community-first ethos while setting a new benchmark for quietly sophisticated, design-led hospitality inspired by the spirit of Cincinnati.

New Waterloo
Cleveland, Ohio, United States