Where Culture Meets Celestial Luxury: Waldorf Astoria Debuts in Rabat‑Salé
The highly anticipated hotel in Morocco’s tallest tower blends refined luxury and distinctive design with rich cultural heritage.
Announcements
Newly Updated Hyatt Zilara Cancun Debuts Following Extensive Renovation
The 310-room resort unveils a completely revitalized experience that elevates its adults-only offering in Cancun’s Hotel Zone.
The Westin Playa Vallarta Debuts as Westin’s First All-Inclusive Resort in Mexico
The landmark opening welcomes a new chapter for Westin in Mexico, offering an all-inclusive experience shaped by the brand’s well-being ethos.
The iconic Hotel van Oranje is set to take on a new allure on the Noordwijk coast
The redevelopment of the iconic Hotel van Oranje on Koningin Wilhelminaboulevard in Noordwijk aan Zee, in the Netherlands, is now underway. Following the start of construction on Residences van Oranje in January, work has now also begun on the large-scale renovation and extension of the five-star hotel.
Minor Hotels Announces Anantara’s Caribbean Debut in Turks and Caicos
Minor Hotels, the international hotel owner, operator and investor, has unveiled plans for the future debut of its luxury Anantara brand in the Caribbean. Scheduled to open in 2029, the development of Anantara Turks and Caicos Resort & Residences further strengthens the brand’s expansion into leading luxury destinations worldwide.
Fiji Gateway Hotel Unveils New Rooms and Expanded Dining
Raffe Hotels & Resorts is delighted to announce the completion of the new accommodation wing at Fiji Gateway Hotel, along with an expanded dining facility, marking a major milestone in the hotel’s evolution to better serve travellers visiting Fiji. The expansion introduces 47 modern new rooms and suites and doubles the hotel’s restaurant capacity, providing enhanced comfort, choice, and convenience for all guests.
Accor Expands Mövenpick in Australia with Adelaide Signing
Accor, the largest hospitality group in the Pacific region, is expanding its Mövenpick presence in Australia with the rebranding of Peppers Waymouth Adelaide.Mövenpick Hotel Adelaide will debut in December 2026, bringing the brand’s signature spirit of generous hospitality and joyful reconnection to the heart of the city.
Viceroy Brickell – the Residences Opens as Miami's Newest Icon, Marking the Hospitality Brand's First-ever Standalone Residential Concept
Miami's Brickell financial district, where capital, culture and global ambition converge, has a new landmark. Viceroy Brickell – The Residences, the hospitality brand's first-ever standalone residential concept, has officially opened its doors, welcoming its first residents to one of the most anticipated addresses in the city's history.
ROW NYC Reopens with a Comprehensive Renovation including a Reimagined Lobby, All-Day Dining at Percy All Day, and a New Era for Times Square
ROW NYC officially reopens, welcoming guests back to one of Times Square's most recognizable addresses following a multi-year transformation of all 1,300 guestrooms and public spaces. To mark the occasion, the first 100 guests will receive complimentary tickets to SkyWalk Times Square, the open-air viewing deck above the Crossroads of the World.
Cheval Collection announces second branded residence
Cheval Collection has added a second branded residence with the launch of Cheval Residences Knightsbridge Gate in London.
High Hotels Ltd. Begins Construction on First Tempo by Hilton in Pennsylvania, Expanding Brand’s Mid-Atlantic Footprint
High Hotels Ltd., a subsidiary of High Real Estate Group, today announced it has begun construction on a 140-room Tempo by Hilton in Bethlehem’s SouthSide Arts District. The project marks the first Tempo by Hilton in Pennsylvania and represents a strategic expansion of both the Tempo by Hilton brand and High Hotels in the Mid-Atlantic.
A New Chapter for Hilton Hotels & Resorts in Adelaide: Hilton Signs New-Build Flagship Adelaide Hotel
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has today announced the signing of the new Hilton Adelaide East End at 299 Pirie Street, marking the next chapter in the brand’s long-standing presence in South Australia.
RIU Hotels & Resorts elevates its offering in Riviera Nayarit: the emblematic Riu Jalisco is reborn as Riu Flamingos
RIU Hotels & Resorts has transformed the essence of one of its most emblematic hotels in Mexico. After an ambitious renovation concluded at the end of 2025, the Riu Jalisco is reborn as Riu Flamingos, an identity that pays homage to its surroundings and symbolizes a profound evolution in the guest experience in Riviera Nayarit.
The Related Group, Merrimac Ventures and Hilton Celebrate Historic Milestone at Waldorf Astoria Residences Pompano Beach
Prominent real estate developers the Related Group and Merrimac Ventures, alongside hospitality leader Hilton (NYSE: HLT), today celebrated the topping-off of Waldorf Astoria Residences Pompano Beach (The Residences), marking the completion of vertical construction for the brand’s first-ever standalone residential endeavor. Located on two acres of pristine oceanfront along the Pompano Beach coastline, the 28-story condominium tower is more than 85% pre-sold, with completion slated for summer 2027.
Signia by Hilton Diplomat Beach Resort Officially Debuts, Marking a New Era for South Florida’s Iconic Beachfront Destination
The Diplomat Beach Resort opens today as Signia by Hilton Diplomat Beach Resort, ushering in a bold new chapter for the coastal beacon. The transition marks the property's evolution into Signia by Hilton's growing portfolio of approachable luxury hotels worldwide, as the legendary Hollywood Beach address introduces the brand's vibrant atmosphere, experience-led dining, refined wellness offerings, and premier meetings and events to South Florida.
New Hampshire’s Oldest Inn Announces Next Chapter as the Inn at Hancock
Following an extraordinary three-year restoration, the Inn at Hancock will reopen on May 1, 2026, fully transformed and reimagined for the discerning luxury traveler. Originally opened in 1789 and recognized as the oldest continuously operating inn in New Hampshire, the property remains true to its heritage while introducing a contemporary sense of whimsy, understated grandeur and opulence.
Zannier Île de Bendor Now Open, Heralding a New Era of Riviera Hospitality
Zannier Île de Bendor, one of Europe’s most highly anticipated openings, is now open, unveiling a new chapter for the storied private island off the coast of Bandol in Provence. Following a meticulous five-year transformation, the revived 93-key destination intertwines heritage and modernity, positioning the seven-hectare isle as the new social, culinary and wellness capital of the French Riviera.
LXR Hotels & Resorts Signs Gajoen Tokyo, Bringing a Storied Luxury Address to the Market in 2027
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the rebranding of the iconic Hotel Gajoen in Meguro, Tokyo, which will open as Gajoen Tokyo, LXR Hotels & Resorts in 2027. The signing marks the Tokyo debut of the brand, which has nearly 40 trading and pipeline properties globally. Owned by leading global investment firm Brookfield and managed by Hilton, the storied property will enter a new chapter that brings together nearly 100 years of history, extraordinary Japanese artistry, and LXR’s deeply personalized approach to luxury hospitality.
Kimpton Ashbel New York – Park Avenue opens in Historic Midtown Manhattan Landmark
Kimpton Ashbel New York - Park Avenue, a boutique luxury hotel in Midtown Manhattan and part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, is now open at 70 Park Avenue, welcoming guests to a reimagined Beaux-Arts landmark along one of Manhattan’s most storied avenues. Just steps from Grand Central Terminal and Bryant Park, the hotel brings new life to the historic building originally constructed in 1928 as the Doral Park Avenue Hotel, introducing a residential approach to hospitality inspired by the character and charm of a classic Manhattan townhouse.
W Hotels Continues Its Italian Expansion with the Debut of W Sardinia – Poltu Quatu
W Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announces the official opening of W Sardinia – Poltu Quatu, following a preview in 2025. Set along one of the Mediterranean’s most striking islands, the new opening brings the brand’s design-driven, culture-forward perspective to Sardinia, building on the brand’s dynamic growth in Italy alongside W Rome and W Florence.