Announcements

419-Key Fairmont Bangkok Sukhumvit Scheduled for Mid 2026 Opening

Perfectly located in Bangkok vibrant central district, this destination is just steps from world-class shopping, dining, and lifestyle experiences. Enjoy 8 unique culinary venues, from immersive dining to a rooftop bar. Accommodations blend Thailand floral heritage with timeless elegance, featuring Fairmont Gold, a kids club, and pet-friendly options. Meeting spaces include a main ballroom with a soaring 14-meter ceiling. Rejuvenate at the luxury spa, where ancient Thai healing meets modern wellness.

Mid 2026 Opening Planned for Fairmont New Orleans

Fairmont New Orleans will open in the city's Central Business District, near the historic French Quarter. Housed within the former Bank of New Orleans building, the hotel will offer 250 guestrooms and suites, as well as a restaurant, lobby lounge and rooftop bar. A swimming pool will feature expansive views of the city, while a 10,000 square foot spa is set to become a wellness destination not to be missed. Opening June 2026, with lead-in rates from USD 395 per night.

Saudi's Red Sea Development to include a Fairmont property

Fairmont The Red Sea is set to redefine the relationship between luxury tourism and the natural world. The property will feature 193 rooms, six distinct dining concepts, including an overwater restaurant with views of the Red Sea, and a spa. The resort will be situated next to an 18-hole championship golf course, reflecting Fairmont's reputation as a world-class golf operator. It will set new standards in sustainable development, positioned on 125 miles of untouched coastline, an archipelago of more than 90 unspoiled islands, dormant volcanoes, rich marine habitat, and ancient archaeological sites. Opening May 2026.

Fairmont Adding a property in Hanoi, Early 2026

Fairmont Hanoi, perfectly situated within Hanoi's historic Old Quarter, is a 5-star luxury property with 241 well-appointed rooms and suites. Eight dining and bar venues are located within, making it an ideal choice for any traveler looking to explore Hanoi or make it a truly relaxing and indulgent vacation. After a day of sightseeing, head to the wellness floor and experience a luxurious spa and bathhouse, an inviting sanctuary in the heart of Hanoi. End the day with a calming dip in the rooftop pool.

Hotel Okura to Open The Okura Resort Hakone Gora in 2029

Hotel Okura Co., Ltd., the leading global Japanese hotel operator, is pleased to announce that The Okura Resort Hakone Gora, the first Okura Resort property in Japan, will open in 2029. The result of a collaboration with Nishimatsu Construction Co., Ltd., the new property will be located in the renowned hot spring destination of Hakone. An operational management agreement was signed on July 11, 2025, under the terms of which Nishimatsu Construction will develop and own the property, with Hotel Okura managing the hotel under The Okura Resort brand.

The Ilisian Launches in Spring 2026: A New Destination for Athenians and International Travellers to Meet, Connect & Experience Modern Athens

Opening in Spring 2026, The Ilisian introduces a new destination for the Greek capital. More than a redevelopment, it is the revival of an Athenian landmark and the creation of a cultural district in its own right. Rooted in the Ilisia neighbourhood and shaped by the city's relationship with art, architecture and community, The Ilisian brings together a hotel, branded residences, a members' club, a significant wellness offering and a collection of dining and social spaces that invite Athenians and international travellers to meet, connect and experience Authentic Modern Athens. Its setting, within walking distance of major museums, ancient sites and contemporary neighbourhoods, places it at the natural crossroads of old and new Athens.

Radisson Hotel Group Accelerates Growth in Indonesia with Anta Hotel Bali Canggu, a Member of Radisson Individuals

Situated in Canggu, a boho beach hub popular with international visitors, surfers, and a growing community of expatriates and remote workers, ANTA Hotel Bali Canggu, a member of Radisson Individuals will offer a contemporary base surrounded by rice fields, temples, and beaches. The project is located along Jalan Shortcut Teratai Batu Bolong, approximately a one-hour drive from I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, and within a short drive of Echo Beach, Batu Bolong Beach, and Berawa Beach, all renowned for all-level surfing and sunset views. Guests will also be close to Subak Uma Desa's traditional rice fields and local temples such as Pura Batu Bolong and Pura Batu Mejan, which offer cultural and spiritual experiences.

IHG Hotels & Resorts Signs New Holiday Inn Resort in Picturesque Lonavala

IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of a management agreement with Emproy Hospitality LLP, for the development of Holiday Inn Resort Lonavala. Slated to open in 2027, the deal strengthens IHG's presence in the essentials category and underscores its continued expansion across India's fast-growing leisure destinations.

The Oberoi, Wadi Safar to Open as Saudi Arabia’s New Luxury Gateway to Diriyah in H2 2026

The Oberoi Group has announced the opening of The Oberoi, Wadi Safar in the second half of 2026, marking a pivotal moment for the brand in the Kingdom. Set adjacent to historic Diriyah and spread across 62 km² of some of Saudi Arabia's most untouched natural landscape, the resort is poised to become one of the country's most exclusive luxury getaways and a serene gateway to one of its most captivating cultural destinations.

The Residences at Intercontinental Phuket Resort Introduces a New Design Language for Residential Living in Asia

Rising quietly along Kamala's evergreen hillsides, The Residences at InterContinental Phuket Resort unveils a refreshing architectural perspective for contemporary Asian living — one where paradise is not performed, but lived. Conceived as "The Edge of Heaven," the addition of the residences completes the resort's trilogy inspired by the ancient Tribhumikatha cosmology: the hotel as the Heart of Heaven, the Emerald Pool and gardens as the Garden of Heaven, and the residences as the Far East Paradise - where everyday life is elevated beyond the ordinary.

Only YOU Hotels Brand to open in New York, Q4 2026

Palladium Hotel Group announces the launch of Only YOU Hotel New York. Located on West 45th Street, just steps from Times Square and only a two-minute walk from Broadway, this new establishment is set to become a landmark in Manhattan's vibrant cultural and tourism epicenter. Only YOU Hotel New York is scheduled to open in the last quarter of 2026, reinforcing Only YOU Hotels' international expansion and the company's commitment to the lifestyle segment.

Dusit Expands Philippines Portfolio with Signing of ASAI Camaya Coast in ‘Game-Changing’ 20 Million sq m Coastal Development in Bataan

Dusit International, one of Thailand's leading hotel and property development companies, has signed a Hotel Management Agreement with Earth & Shore Leisure Communities Corporation, a prominent real estate and land-development company in the Philippines, to operate ASAI Camaya Coast, a new 150-key lifestyle hotel set to open in 2029 within the expansive and fast-evolving 20 million sq m Camaya Coast development in Mariveles, Bataan.

Club Med Expands Brand Presence in Canada with the Announcement of Club Med Tremblant

Club Med, the world leader in premium all-inclusive mountain and beach resorts, today announced the development of Club Med Tremblant, marking a strategic expansion of its presence in North America. The new resort marks the brand's second Canadian resort, after the successful opening of Club Med Québec Charlevoix in 2021 and elevates Club Med's global mountain leadership with existing resorts in Canada, France, Italy, Switzerland, Japan and China.

The Sitio Opens Reservations for Virginia Beach’s Newest Coastal Escape

Virginia Beach welcomes a new standard in coastal boutique lodging with the upcoming opening of The Sitio, now accepting reservations for stays beginning March 2026. Located within Atlantic Park, a first-of-its-kind mixed-use development that includes North America's first Wavegarden Cove surf lagoon, The Sitio blends contemporary design with laid-back surf culture in a vibrant coastal setting.