Announcements

MGallery Collection and Colossos SA announce a new hotel in Rhodes, an exceptional adults-only retreat overlooking the Aegean Sea

MGallery Collection, Accor's portfolio of distinctive boutique hotels, and Colossos SA, a leading family-owned hospitality company with a long-standing presence on the island, announce the signing of an agreement for the first MGallery Collection hotel in Rhodes. The new adults-only hotel is currently under construction and is scheduled to welcome its first guests in Spring 2027. 

Centara Expands Vietnam Portfolio with Stunning New Coastal Address

Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, is proud to unveil the first details of Centara Hotel & Residences Van Don, a new bayfront destination set to open in Q4 2026. Marking the group’s second property in Vietnam, this hotel brings Centara’s warm, Thai-inspired hospitality, world-class service, and Signature Experiences to one of the country’s most promising coastal locations. Set within the Ao Tien High-Class Port and Tourism Urban Area, the property enjoys uninterrupted views across the serene waters and limestone formations of Bai Tu Long Bay. Just 15 minutes from Van Don International Airport, the hotel offers convenient access to both natural landmarks and key transport hubs, positioning it as an ideal base for leisure and business travellers alike. Designed for couples, families, groups, and extended stays, the hotel offers 481 rooms and suites across 12 categories. Every room is equipped with a kitchenette, modern décor, and functional layouts for added flexibility and comfort throughout their stay. Beyond accommodation, Centara Hotel & Residences Van Don introduces an all-in-one lifestyle offering, from diverse dining experiences spanning Vietnamese, Italian, Chinese, and international flavours to versatile MICE venues, including two ballrooms and multiple meeting rooms. Guests will also enjoy both indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a Kids’ Club, fitness centre, and SPA Cenvaree, along with family-friendly activities, premium shopping, and curated bay tours. To stay tuned for more details about Centara Hotel & Residences Van Don, please visit  https://www.centarahotelsresorts.com/centara/cvd

Hyatt Announces Plans for Grand Hyatt Victoria Falls The Kingdom

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that Grand Hyatt Victoria Falls The Kingdom is expected to open in late 2027 following the signing of a management agreement between a Hyatt affiliate and an affiliate of Albwardy Investments LLC. Located in Zimbabwe’s Victoria Falls, home to the world-famous waterfall of the same name, the hotel will become the second Hyatt branded hotel in the country.

First Look: Thompson Seville Set to Debut Late 2026 in Landmark La Gavidia Building

Seville is preparing to welcome one of the most anticipated hotel openings of the year: Thompson Seville, scheduled to debut late 2026 in Plaza de la Concordia, at the heart of Seville’s historic centre. Located in the iconic La Gavidia building, the property marks the brand's first hotel in Andalusia and continues Thompson Hotels' growing presence in Spain following the successful opening of Thompson Madrid.

Hyde & Seek, London Hyde Park, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Set to Open in September 2026

Immersive Hospitality Management (IHM) is delighted to announce that its highly anticipated new hotel, Hyde & Seek, London Hyde Park, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, will open in central London in September 2026. Part of Tribute Portfolio, Marriott Bonvoy's global family of characterful, independent hotels, the hotel brings a distinctly bohemian spirit to Bayswater, blending tradition and rebellion. Located at 1 Lancaster Gate, the 309-room upscale hotel marks the completion of IHM’s £42 million transformation of the former Corus Hotel Hyde Park into a vibrant new upscale destination.

Beckons Announces Plans for New Ultra-Luxury Lodge at Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa

Beckons, a curated portfolio of luxury lodges in the world's most remote and remarkable places, has today announced plans for a new, ultra-luxury lodge set amongst the iconic red sand dunes of Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa. The retreat is the first new build for the portfolio since the brand's launch in March 2026. Plans have been approved following ecological, heritage and sacred sites assessments and consultation with Traditional Custodians*. Further details, including the lodge name and opening date, will be announced as construction timelines are finalized, however the lodge is currently projected to open in early 2028.

Rotana Makes its Branded Residences Debut in Saudi Arabia with the Signing of ‘The Residences by Rotana’ in Makkah

Rotana is pleased to announce that we have signed an agreement with Zawaya Properties Company, a Saudi real estate developer with more than a decade of experience delivering commercial, residential and mixed-use projects across the Kingdom, to develop The Residences by Rotana at Thakher, a SAR 26 billion mixed-use destination located 1.5 kilometres from the Grand Mosque in Makkah.

Hilton Announces First Home2 Suites by Hilton Property in Spain

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the signing of Home2 Suites by Hilton Madrid Retiro, following a franchise agreement with Santander Asset Management. The property is expected to open in 2028 and will mark the brand debut of Home2 Suites by Hilton in Spain. This will be the brand’s second property across Europe upon opening, joining the recently debuted Home2 Suites by Hilton Dublin City Centre.

ITC Hotels Signs Welcomhotel Mysuru, Karnataka: A New Address for Immersive Cultural and Leisure Experiences

ITC Hotels Limited today announced the signing of a management agreement for Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels Mysuru, a 99-key hotel in the culturally rich city of Mysuru, Karnataka. The signing marks another significant milestone in ITC Hotels’ growth strategy and further strengthens the presence of the Welcomhotel brand across key business and leisure destinations in South India.

Find Your Way Amidst Ancient Wilderness: Auko Eco-Wellness Lodges Opens in Phong Nha from 20th July

Set along the Son River and embraced by the limestone peaks of Phong Nha–Ke Bang UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to the world's largest cave system including the legendary Son Doong caves, Auko Eco-Wellness Lodges is set to open its doors on 20 July 2026, as a new expression of regenerative hospitality in Vietnam. This summer marks the perfect moment to be among the first to find your way.

Canopy Debuts in South East Asia with Canopy Bangkok Sukhumvit, Now Accepting Reservations Ahead of August Opening

Canopy Bangkok Sukhumvit is now accepting reservations ahead of opening its doors on 1 August 2026, marking the brand's debut in South East Asia. As a high-end boutique hotel brand, Canopy brings together layered design, considered food and beverage, and social spaces shaped by the neighborhood, offering travelers a welcoming sense of home while they discover somewhere new. Located on Sukhumvit Soi 12, the hotel will introduce a locally inspired experience to Asoke, one of Bangkok's most connected neighborhoods.