Announcements

Hyatt Expands Hyatt Vivid Hotels & Resorts Brand with the Debut of Hyatt Vivid Cancun

Last week, Hyatt announced the debut of Hyatt Vivid Cancun, marking the transformation of the former Dreams Vista Cancun Golf & Spa Resort into the newest adults-only, all-inclusive resort to join the Hyatt Vivid portfolio. Located within the exclusive Puerta del Mar community overlooking the Caribbean Sea and Puerto Cancun marina, the 416-room oceanfront resort introduces a fresh take on the all-inclusive experience, one designed for today’s experience-driven travelers seeking flexibility, meaningful connection and effortless moments of discovery.

Mövenpick Resort & Spa Bintan Lagoon Is Now Open

Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts has opened Mövenpick Resort  & Spa Bintan Lagoon, a new beachfront resort on the Indonesian island of Bintan. Located on Bintan’s  northern coast and easily accessible by ferry from Singapore, the resort brings Mövenpick’s generous  hospitality and convivial culinary spirit to a relaxed island setting designed for time well spent together.  Welcoming families, couples, friends, teams and business travellers, the resort combines accommodation,  dining, recreation, wellness, golf and extensive meetings and events facilities. 

Maya Hotels Opens 124-Room Hilton Garden Inn Steele Creek Charlotte in North Carolina

Today Maya Hotels announced the opening of Hilton Garden Inn Steele Creek Charlotte, a new 124-room hotel at 4936 Trojan Drive in Steele Creek, positioned at the gateway to the River District and directly adjacent to Charlotte Premium Outlets. The opening comes as Steele Creek continues to evolve into one of Charlotte’s most dynamic communities, with significant residential, commercial, retail and recreational investment reshaping the area. The nearby River District, a major master-planned community along the Catawba River, is bringing new homes, businesses and amenities to the area and further strengthening Steele Creek as a destination within Charlotte. Located immediately off I-485, Hilton Garden Inn Steele Creek provides convenient access to I-77 and I-85 and is approximately 8 miles from Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Charlotte Premium Outlets sits directly adjacent to the hotel, with more than 100 stores and nearby dining options, while Lake Wylie, McDowell Nature Preserve, RiverGate and Carowinds Amusement Park are all within a short drive. The hotel was designed with a range of travelers in mind, bringing together 124 guest rooms, first-floor meeting and event space, the Garden Grille and Bar, an expanded gym with dedicated cardio, strength and functional training zones, an outdoor pool and additional dining, gathering and event spaces on the top floor.The hotel’s first floor features 3,787 square feet of meeting and event space across five meeting rooms, providing flexible settings for business meetings, group functions, celebrations and social events. The first floor also features the Garden Grille and Bar, offering guests dining and beverage options within the hotel. Guests will also have access to a 1,129-square-foot gym featuring dedicated cardio, strength and functional training zones. The space offers six cardio options, including two treadmills, an elliptical, ClimbMill, rower and Peloton bike, with select cardio equipment featuring attached TVs. The strength area includes a full 5-to-75-pound dumbbell set, adjustable bench, Smith machine, leg press and multi press, while a dedicated functional training area includes Connexus Edge and a Functional Trainer. Water, towels and wipes are available throughout the gym, giving guests the equipment and amenities to maintain their routines while traveling. An outdoor pool provides another place for guests to relax and spend time together. The hotel will also be home to Dear Charlotte, a standalone bar, restaurant and event space located on the top floor of the hotel. Dear Charlotte will serve craft cocktails, artisan pizzas and shareable plates in a garden-inspired setting, creating a new destination for dining and celebrations in Steele Creek. The venue is expected to open in late fall 2026. Hilton Garden Inn Steele Creek Charlotte is part of Hilton Garden Inn, Hilton’s global brand serving business and leisure travelers with modern accommodations, amenities, social spaces, meeting areas and dining experiences. The brand has more than 1,100 hotels across 65 countries and territories. The hotel project will create more than 50 new jobs in Charlotte across hotel operations, food and beverage, guest services and other areas. Reservations for Hilton Garden Inn Steele Creek Charlotte are currently being accepted. Guests are invited to visit the hotel website for current offers and booking information. For meeting and event inquiries, contact [email protected]. A grand opening celebration will be held at a later date, with additional details to be announced.

Hotel Indigo Opens at Huntsville, Alabama’s MidCity District

Hotel Indigo, the boutique brand within IHG Hotels & Resorts known for reflecting the character of the neighborhoods it calls home, is now open at MidCity District, the $2.2 billion mixed-use district transforming the center of Huntsville. The 112-room hotel, at 940 Nunnuhsae Park Drive NW, adds a boutique-hospitality anchor to a walkable district already home to the Orion Amphitheater, the only Trader Joe’s in the market, the first REI in Alabama and a growing roster of chef-driven restaurants.

Introducing CASA METT Sitges, a New Way to Experience the Mediterranean

Sunset Hospitality Group's new five-star boutique hotel, CASA METT Sitges, officially opened its doors on 1 August, set to become one of the leading lifestyle destinations on the Catalan coast. Located just steps from the sea and a few minutes from Sitges' historic center, the property offers a fresh approach to hospitality, where design, gastronomy, wellness and social experiences come together effortlessly.

Meliá Aurea Nha Trang: The Art of Living by the Ocean Arrives on Vietnam's Coast

Meliá Hotels International continues its expansion in Vietnam with the opening of Meliá Aurea Nha Trang, a new upper-upscale oceanfront retreat opened on 12 August 2026 and brings Mediterranean soul, Spanish warm service to one of the country’s most captivating coastal destinations. Set beside its sister property, Gran Meliá’s all‑villa hideaway Villa Le Corail, the new resort from Europe second largest hotel group brings a more accessible expression of the Meliá lifestyle to central Vietnam, complete with the little details that make a stay feel special.

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Debuts in Thailand with the Opening of Fairmont Bangkok Sukhumvit

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, part of the world-leading hospitality group Accor, in partnership with Asset World Corp Public Company Limited (AWC), today announced the opening of Fairmont Bangkok Sukhumvit. Marking Fairmont’s first hotel in Thailand, the new property introduces the brand’s distinctive spirit of culture, connection and celebration to Bangkok’s vibrant Sukhumvit neighborhood, offering 416 guestrooms and 58 suites for exceptional stays, dining, wellness experiences, celebrations, and world-class meetings and events in one of the city’s most dynamic destinations.

Fraser Residence Putrajaya debuts in the integrated lakeside development of Malaysia’s administrative capital

Frasers Hospitality, today announced the soft opening of Fraser Residence Putrajaya, its newest landmark that marks the brand’s debut in Malaysia. Situated within TERRA, which is Putrajaya Holdings Sdn Bhd’s integrated mixed-use development on the serene banks of Putrajaya Lake, the property introduces Frasers Hospitality’s signature blend of serviced living, family-oriented design and community-driven spaces to the country’s administrative capital. 

Mandara Women’s Wellness - India's First AI-Integrated Wellness Retreat for Women

HiLITE Group, an innovator in real estate development headquartered in Calicut, Kerala, has spent over three decades redefining urban living. With projects across retail, residential, commercial, education, hospitality, healthcare and leisure, the Group has played a key role in shaping the state's skyline and lifestyle including India’s largest World Trade Center development, WTC Kozhikode. Extending this vision into healthcare, HiLITE established Elanine Women's Hospital, a comprehensive women and child healthcare project. From this foundation emerged Mandara Women's Wellness, a dedicated vertical created to complement clinical care with personalised wellness, offering women a space for restoration, balance and support at every stage of life.

Westgate Resorts Continues Growth by Opening Its First Caribbean Destination in The Bahamas with Westgate Bimini Bay

Westgate Resorts today announced the introduction of Westgate Bimini Bay, the company's first Caribbean destination and newest addition to its growing portfolio of vacation resorts. Located on the island of North Bimini in The Bahamas, the new destination expands Westgate's footprint beyond North America and gives guests access to a tropical island escape just 50 miles from the Florida coast accessible by commercial airline, ferry or private boat.

Palladium Debuts BLESS Barcelona

 This August, Palladium Hotel Group returns to Barcelona with the opening of BLESS Barcelona, a new five-star address bringing the BLESS Collection Hotels experience to the heart of the Catalan capital. The hotel blends Mediterranean spirit with contemporary luxury, exceptional gastronomy and a deep connection to the city, marking a new chapter for the brand in one of Europe’s most iconic destinations.Set on Plaça Catalunya, just moments from Passeig de Gràcia, BLESS Barcelona places guests at the heart of the city, surrounded by Gaudí’s modernist architecture, luxury boutiques and some of Barcelona’s most sought after restaurants. The 119-room hotel brings the distinctive BLESS style to the Catalan capital, with interiors designed to balance contemporary elegance with the character of the city. Gastronomy is central to the experience, with a collaboration with Hofmann bringing its renowned culinary expertise to the hotel from the moment guests arrive in the lobby.The rooftop La Pajarera offers another perspective on Barcelona. Inspired by the historic Gran Café Colón, one of the city’s most celebrated meeting places in the late 19th century, the space has been reimagined as a sophisticated destination for cocktails and dining. Leading the drinks program is Adriana Chía, whose contemporary approach adds a distinctive edge to the hotel’s culinary offering.More than a place to stay, BLESS Barcelona has been created as a way to experience the city. From its design and gastronomy to its service and carefully curated experiences, the hotel draws on Barcelona’s culture, creativity and Mediterranean spirit to offer a fresh take on contemporary luxury. Brand evolution and growthBLESS Collection Hotels plays an important role in Palladium Hotel Group’s continued growth in the luxury sector. The brand brings a contemporary approach to luxury, combining high standards of service with memorable experiences, exceptional dining and a strong focus on wellbeing. Each property is designed to have its own distinctive character, bringing together design, gastronomy, culture and entertainment to create an immersive experience for guests.BLESS Collection Hotels currently has three properties: BLESS Madrid, located in the capital’s prestigious Milla de Oro (Golden Mile), and two hotels in Ibiza, BLESS Ibiza Cala Nova on the island’s north coast and BLESS Ibiza The Site, which opened this season in Playa d’en Bossa.BLESS Ibiza The Site is part of The Site Ibiza, Palladium Hotel Group’s new lifestyle concept. The destination brings together two hotels with distinct identities, BLESS Ibiza The Site and The Unexpected Ibiza Hotel, alongside a carefully curated international dining scene featuring Gordon Ramsay Hell’s Kitchen, StreetXO Ibiza, COYA Ibiza, Leña Ibiza, Lobito de Mar, Sublimotion and TATEL Ibiza. The experience is complemented by IBIZA Gallery, a space dedicated to art, fashion and entertainment.The brand will continue its international expansion in 2027 with the opening of an exclusive resort comprising 80 villas in Ninh Van Bay, Vietnam. This will mark BLESS Collection Hotels’ first property in Southeast Asia. The group will then open BLESS Hanoi in 2028, followed by the brand’s debut in Milan in 2029 with a 100-room property, further strengthening its presence in one of Europe’s leading luxury destinations.

Hilton Celebrates 100 Hotels in Türkiye with Landmark Istanbul Airport Opening

Hilton Istanbul Airport opens its doors today, redefining the airport hospitality experience by combining the convenience of an airport location with Hilton's iconic hospitality. The 485-room hotel is the latest addition to the growing Hilton Hotels & Resorts portfolio, marking the 100th Hilton hotel in Türkiye, and is ideally positioned as the first internationally branded hotel next to the airport grounds in Türkiye.

Conrad Nagoya Opens Above the City Skyline as Sakae’s New Luxury Landmark

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the opening of Conrad Nagoya in partnership with Mitsubishi Estate Co., Ltd. The opening marks the debut of Hilton's luxury brand, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, in Nagoya and an important addition to the brand's growing global portfolio, bringing Conrad's bold, contemporary approach to luxury to one of Japan's most dynamic destinations. Beyond its role as a manufacturing hub, Nagoya is celebrated for its vibrant culinary scene, centuries-old craftsmanship, and dynamic cultural traditions.

The St. Regis Mexico City Announces Sweeping Renovation, Defining Luxury, Once Again

 The St. Regis Mexico City, a landmark address on Paseo de la Reforma, announces a sweeping renovation for the storied hotel. Led by Kalā Design Group, the project transforms the hotel's main reception lobby, guest room elevator lobbies, guest rooms and suites, through a design language rooted in Mexico's geology, history and craftsmanship. Work began in 2025 and is unfolding in phases, with completion set for September 2026.