Announcements

Hilton Ramps Up Growth Across Ireland with DoubleTree by Hilton Ashbourne Signing

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is expanding its presence in Ireland with a range of signings, openings and brand debuts, marking a significant step in its growth and building on its existing portfolio of eight hotels across six brands. The upcoming openings will create more than 150 jobs and will bring the number of team members working at Hilton hotels in Ireland to nearly 1,000.

Taking Reservations: The Langham, Custom House, Bangkok

The Langham, Custom House, Bangkok is now accepting bookings for stays from 20 December. Set along the Chao Phraya River in the Thai capital’s Bang Rak District, the highly anticipated hotel centres on the city’s storied Custom House building, which is undergoing meticulous restoration. Established in 1888 under King Rama V, the landmark was once regarded as the country’s gateway to the world.

Inside the First Completed Cliffside Estate Homes at Waldorf Astoria Residences Costa Rica Punta Cacique

Waldorf Astoria Residences Costa Rica Punta Cacique announced today the completion and delivery of its first three Estate Homes and unveiled a first look at these grand cliffside residences. The Estate Homes are set within Punta Cacique, a 600-acre master-planned community on Guanacaste's Cacique Peninsula, just beyond the Nicoya Peninsula, one of the world's five Blue Zones, where residents are known for exceptional longevity and well-being. They mark the first Waldorf Astoria Residences at Punta Cacique, joining the recently opened and sold-out condominiums as the community enters its next phase of growth. 

Viceroy Hotels & Residencies announces Viceroy Park Avenue, NYC

Viceroy Hotels & Residences, the global luxury hospitality brand known for its design-forward, culture-led hotels, proudly announces Viceroy Park Avenue, the brand’s highly anticipated return to New York City and a flagship moment in Viceroy’s next chapter of growth and excellence. Set to welcome guests in December 2026 the hotel will be located at the corner of Park Avenue South and 29th Street in the heart of Manhattan’s NoMad neighborhood. Viceroy has partnered with Tao Group Hospitality to lead the hotel’s food and beverage programming. The hotel will feature thoughtfully designed accommodations with interiors by Meyer Davis Studio, a rooftop pool and lounge, dynamic meeting and event spaces, a spa and wellness spaces designed for both travelers and local guests, and four presidential suites. 

Nobu to Launch Hotel, Restaurant, Villas and Residences at Monte Rei in Portugal’s Eastern Algarve

Nobu is pleased to announce plans for a new luxury destination at Monte Rei, the award-winning resort in Portugal’s Eastern Algarve.  The Nobu development will form the centrepiece of a broader investment programme led by Norfin, spanning hospitality, residential living, leisure amenities and future additions, including a beach club. With construction expected to begin in 2027, the Nobu Hotel is anticipated to welcome its first guests in 2029.

Hotel Okura Thermal Resort & Spa Cappadocia to Open in 2028

Hotel Okura Thermal Resort & Spa Cappadocia will be located in Mustafapaşa, a historic village in the UNESCO World Heritage Cappadocia region of Türkiye. Once known as Sinasos, Mustafapaşa resembles a living open-air museum, featuring centuries-old churches, mosques, and intricately carved stone buildings. In 2021, the village was recognized by the United Nations World Tourism Organization as a “Best Tourism Village” for its commitment to preserving and enhancing local heritage, culture, and biodiversity through sustainable tourism practices.*

ITC Hotels Signs Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Rajgir; Strengthens Presence in Bihar

ITC Hotels Limited, announced the signing of a management agreement for a new Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels in Rajgir in the presence of the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Bihar, Shri Samrat Choudhary and Anil Chadha, Managing Director-ITC Hotels Limited. The hotel is being developed under a long-term arrangement between the Bihar State Tourism Development Corporation and Kalsi Buildcon Private Limited, with a focus on promoting Bihar as a leading destination for experiential travel and tourism.

The Selvedge, A SingleThread Inn, is Now Accepting Reservations

Vertice Hospitality, the development and operating group behind SingleThread in Healdsburg, today announced its newest hospitality experience, The Selvedge an 11-room inn set in a fully restored 1895 mansion, is now accepting reservations for stays beginning Monday, November 9. The Selvedge is located at 68 Front Street, Healdsburg, CA, on the banks of the famed Russian River, and just a short walk from SingleThread, which holds the rare distinction of possessing both three Michelin Stars for its restaurant and three Michelin Keys for its Inn, and represents the third hospitality concept from Tony Greenberg, Kyle Connaughton and Katina Connaughton.