Announcements

Accor unveils its first Handwritten Collection address in the United States

San Francisco, a city renowned for its commercial hubs and cultural sites, will become the first destination in the United States for one of Accor's newest brands, Handwritten Collection. Owned and operated by San Francisco based Frame Ventures, Hotel Stratford is a charming European-style boutique property set against the backdrop of bustling Union Square on the renowned Powell Street cable car line. The property becomes Accor's third hotel in San Francisco, joining the Fairmont properties atop Nob Hill and at Ghirardelli Square.

voco Sarasota now open following rebrand and renovation

voco hotels - part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hotel companies - today announces the official opening of voco Sarasota following a recent rebrand and renovation. The 95-room hotel, managed by Aimbridge Hospitality LLC, marks voco's second property in the sunshine state. The name, voco, originates from Latin, meaning 'to invite' and 'call together' - reflecting the brand's thoughtful, unstuffy and charming nature. Located in the city's Rosemary District and just steps from downtown, voco Sarasota combines familiar comforts of home with the indulgences of a hotel, to create a stay experience that stands out from the crowd. With each stay, guests will enjoy a locally inspired welcome treat upon arrival, a comfy room with plush pillow and duvet fillings made from 100 percent recycled materials, and an invigorating shower with premium, plant-based amenities. Additional amenities include an outdoor pool, a fully equipped 24/7 fitness center, pet-friendly accommodations, and convenient access to local attractions via the hotel's complimentary shuttle and bike rentals. The hotel also boasts 1,190 square-feet of versatile meeting and event spaces, making it an ideal choice for conferences, weddings, and social gathering.

The Radisson brand enters Cape Town with the newly rebranded Radisson Hotel Cape Town Foreshore

Radisson Hotel Group brings the renowned Radisson brand to South Africa's "Mother City" with the rebranding of Park Inn Cape Town Foreshore to Radisson Hotel Cape Town Foreshore. Strategically located just minutes away from the International Convention Centre (CTICC) and the famous Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Radisson Hotel Cape Town Foreshore marks the Group's third Radisson property in South Africa.

Grand Hyatt Barcelona officially opens its doors

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announces the opening of Grand Hyatt Barcelona, the first urban Grand Hyatt hotel in Spain, located in one of the most visited cities in the world. Marking the fifth Grand Hyatt hotel operating in Europe, this expansion also reflects Hyatt's accelerated brand growth in Spain. Hyatt offers the fourth-largest hospitality portfolio in Spain by room count, spanning eight different brands and 50 properties in the country.

Proper Hospitality Welcomes Montauk Yacht Club To Portfolio, Joining ‘The Collective’

Proper Hospitality today announces management and operations of Montauk Yacht Club, the historic 107-key luxury seaside resort and marina in The Hamptons owned by Safe Harbor Marinas. Joining The Collective - Proper Hospitality's roster of independent hotels - Montauk Yacht Club will also debut a multi-million dollar renovation, introducing refreshed facilities and a brand new dining experience upon the season opening this May.