Announcements

Now Open: 1 Hotel Austin - a Texas-Sized Urban Retreat

 1 Hotel Austin, the first Texas property from 1 Hotels, the mission-driven luxury lifestyle brand founded by hospitality visionary Barry Sternlicht, is now open. Set within the 74-story Waterline—the tallest tower in the state—the 252-room hotel introduces an exciting new experience shaped by Austin's landscapes, creative community, and celebrated food scene.

YOTEL To Make Thailand Debut in Cloud 11 – Bangkok's Newest Creative Landmark

 YOTEL, the global hospitality brand known for its design-led, tech-enabled hotels, is set to make its debut in Thailand with the opening of YOTEL Bangkok Sukhumvit in October. The cutting-edge 250-key property is located within the impressive Cloud 11 development, which is a brand new creative landmark in Bangkok’s South Sukhumvit district, in the south-east of the city.

The Zetter Collection Expands into Europe, Debuting The Zetter 717 Amsterdam

The Zetter Collection announces plans to expand beyond the UK for the first time with the opening of The Zetter 717 Amsterdam in Early 2027. Occupying a historic canal house on Prinsengracht in Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed Canal District, the boutique 24 bedroom, five-star property will bring The Zetter’s distinctive, characterful approach to one of the city’s most recognisable neighbourhoods.

Outset Collection by Hilton Set for EMEA Debut

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the signing of a franchise agreement with Arte Hoteles for the first Outset Collection by Hilton property in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Expected to open later this year, Casa Verbena Madrid, Outset Collection by Hilton, will bring the brand’s soulful approach to independent hospitality to the heart of Spain’s capital, offering travellers a stay shaped by local story and individuality.

Under Canvas to Open First New Mexico Camp in Santa Fe in 2027

Today, Under Canvas, the leader in upscale, outdoor hospitality, announced that Under Canvas Santa Fe will open in April of 2027, marking the brand’s first location in New Mexico and its 18th property within the portfolio. Set across 640 acres of rolling high desert outside Santa Fe, the new camp offers a richly immersive way to experience the region—blending the city’s celebrated art, culture and cuisine with sweeping landscapes, outdoor adventure and vast open skies. The debut of Under Canvas Santa Fe also marks several firsts for the brand: the introduction of saunas, a dedicated event tent and cabins alongside its signature canvas tents – all designed to complement the high-desert landscape and elevate the guest experience.

Banyan Group Unveils Ubuyu, a Banyan Tree Escape, Marking Its First-Ever Safari Experience and Second Banyan Tree Escape Worldwide

Banyan Group ("Banyan Tree Holdings Limited" or the "Group" – SGX: B58), an independent global hospitality company, unveils its first safari experience with Ubuyu, a Banyan Tree Escape, an intimate safari retreat deep in the heart of Tanzania's Ruaha National Park. Now open to guests, Ubuyu offers travellers a rare opportunity to experience one of East Africa's most untouched wilderness areas, celebrated for its raw beauty and remarkable biodiversity.

Regent Hotels & Resorts to debut in French Polynesia with signing of Regent Bora Bora

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed an agreement with long-standing partner Pacific Beachcomber to transform InterContinental Bora Bora Resort & Thalasso Spa into Regent Bora Bora. The resort closed on 1 June 2026 for extensive renovations and, following a significant transformation, will reopen as Regent Bora Bora in late 2027. The resort will mark Regent Hotels & Resorts’ debut in French Polynesia, one of the world’s most celebrated island destinations.

NoMad Hilton Singapore Plans for Late 2026 Opening

Bookings are now live for NoMad Hilton Singapore, which is set to open in late 2026, marking the brand’s debut in Asia Pacific. Positioned to meet growing demand for elevated, experience-driven stays, the hotel will reflect NoMad’s refined yet eclectic vision of luxury hospitality, with a focus on sophisticated design, world-class dining, and immersive cultural programming.