Announcements

IHG Hotels & Resorts Introduces Ruby to Thailand, Marking the Brand’s Asia Pacific Entry

IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hotel companies, has today announced the debut of Ruby in Thailand with the signing of a new Ruby hotel in Bangkok. The signing marks Ruby's first hotel in Asia Pacific since joining the IHG portfolio and represents another milestone in IHG's continued expansion across one of Southeast Asia's key priority markets.

1,800-room StandardX flagship property coming to Manhattan

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and Extell Development Company, a full-service national real estate developer of residential, commercial and hospitality properties, announce plans for the debut of The StandardX brand to North America for the first time with The StandardX Times Square, an approximately 1,800-room hotel at 255 West 45th Street, located in the heart of Manhattan's Theater District.

Rosewood Hotel Group and SC Asset Announce Rosewood Residences Bangkok

SC Asset Corporation and Rosewood Hotel Group have announced Rosewood Residences Bangkok, a rare residential offering in the Thai capital. Developed by SC Asset in strategic partnership with Tokyo Tatemono Thailand, a Thai Subsidiary of Tokyo Tatemono Co., Ltd., one of Japan’s leading real estate developers, the project brings together complementary expertise across the Thai and Japanese ultra-luxury property markets, alongside Rosewood’s globally recognized approach to residential hospitality.

Hotel Reynard Opens November 3

Hotel Reynard is an eight-room hotel and restaurant in Historic Downtown Troutdale opening Nov. 3, 2026. Perched at the gateway to the Columbia River Gorge, along America’s first scenic highway, the countryside-style inn and tavern comes from the team behind The Suttle Lodge & Boathouse. Named for the Reynard the Fox fable, Hotel Reynard pulls inspiration from the open road, English countryside inns and Oregon’s natural beauty to create a destination for travelers and locals alike. Reservations for overnight lodging and dining are available now.

Meliá Backs Central America’s Future with the Signing of a New Resort in Roatán, Honduras

Meliá Hotels International continues to expand its footprint in Latin America with the signing of Meliá Roatán, a spectacular new-build resort scheduled to open in 2029 on the Honduran island of Roatán. The project marks a new milestone for the company in Honduras, where, less than a year ago, Media Luna Resort & Beach Club joined its network under the Affiliated by Meliá brand and is set to become Sol Roatán. It also reinforces Meliá’s firm commitment to growth in Central America, a region with enormous tourism potential and a strategic opportunity to further increase awareness of its brands.

IHG Hotels & Resorts signs Holiday Inn Raipur, strengthening presence in Chhattisgarh’s emerging business hub

IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, has signed a management agreement with Entry Point Hotels & Resorts Private Limited to develop Holiday Inn Raipur in Naya Raipur, Chhattisgarh. Scheduled to open in Q1 2031, the signing reinforces IHG’s commitment to expanding its presence across high-potential travel markets in India and driving growth in demand-led destinations across the country.

IHG strengthens Nordic portfolio with the signing of Holiday Inn Express Reykjavik – Valhöll

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of Holiday Inn Express Reykjavik – Valhöll, further strengthening its Nordic portfolio and marking its second property in Iceland following the opening of Candlewood Suites Reykjavik. Signed with ALVA Capital, the hotel builds on the companies’ growing relationship and their shared ambition to expand quality branded hospitality across Iceland.

IHG Hotels & Resorts expands UK&I Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio with signing of Hotel Indigo London – Kingston

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of Hotel Indigo London - Kingston in the UK&I. Owned by a new partner for IHG, Westcombe Group, through its Acre Hotels Collection, the 90-key hotel is scheduled to open in 2027. Set to become the seventh Hotel Indigo in Greater London, the conversion property will extend IHG's footprint across the Capital, bringing the brand to Hampton Wick, one of South West London's best-connected riverside destinations.

ITC Hotels Signs Welcomhotel Roorkee Mandawar in Uttarakhand

ITC Hotels Limited (ITCHL) announced the signing of a management agreement for 171 key Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels Roorkee Mandawar. Strategically located in the Mandawar area of Roorkee in Uttarakhand state, the hotel enjoys excellent connectivity from the National Capital Region Delhi, Dehradun, Haridwar and Rishikesh. Positioned along the Delhi-Haridwar Highway, this new destination will serve as a gateway to the Char Dham pilgrimage routes of the Himalayan region, and several prominent leisure destinations within Uttarakhand. The location also benefits from proximity to the IIT Roorkee and the region's growing educational and industrial ecosystem.

A grand escape awaits as The Grand Saddles Lodge opens at Mount White this November

Just 45 minutes from Sydney, where the bushland of Mount White meets the waterways of the Hawkesbury and the Central Coast begins, The Grand Saddles Lodge will welcome its first guests on 2 November, unveiling an intimate 20-suite retreat where exceptional food and wine, richly layered interiors, restorative wellness and experiences rooted in the surrounding landscape come together.

The ROMEO Collection Announces Expansion to Massa Lubrense

The ROMEO Collection is officially evolving into a new chapter with the announcement of its third hotel, ROMEO Massa Lubrense, debuting May 2027. Expanding a portfolio that already features a vibrant urban property in Naples and an avant-garde historic hotel in Rome, this highly anticipated destination emerges as an exclusive retreat suspended between architecture and nature. Masterfully designed by Kengo Kuma in more of the most coveted landscapes in Italy, with its spa signed by Sisley Paris and culinary program by Quattro Passi, ROMEO Massa Lubrense establishes an entirely new category of destination centered around reclaimed time, privacy and deep connection to place.