Announcements

Rimrock Banff is Officially Unveiled in Canada’s Rocky Mountains as Emblems Collection’s Inaugural North American Property, Joining a Global Portfolio of Landmark Hotels

Rimrock Banff, Emblems Collection has emerged from a $115 million CAD reimagination - redefining the storied mountaintop resort as an intimate, alpine-wrapped retreat. Architecturally sculpted into the Canadian Rockies, standing high above Banff, the resort invites guests to experience one of North America's most extraordinary landscapes through transformative wellness, immersive outdoor adventure, destination-driven dining and a profound connection to the land itself.

RIU Hotels reopens hotel Riu Touareg in Cape Verde following complete renovation

RIU Hotels & Resorts has reopened the 5-star Riu Touareg hotel on the island of Boa Vista (Cape Verde) following a comprehensive renovation of its facilities. The project includes the complete overhaul of all 1,181 guest rooms, a restructured food and beverage offering, and a full transition toward a 24-hour All-Inclusive family hotel experience.

The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón Reveals Transformed Resort and Dynamic Culinary Concepts

Today, The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón officially unveils its fully reimagined resort, inviting guests and the local community to experience the next chapter of this iconic retreat. Spearheaded by Parker Torres Design, the multi-million-dollar transformation debuts a refreshed lobby, residential-style accommodations, an elevated Club Lounge, Swaying Palm event space, and three new culinary concepts: Palmera, Fenrose, and Café Fenrose. The redesign refines a lush resort rooted in classic leisure and recreation, serving as the inland counterpart to its beachfront sister property.

Metamorphosis at the foot of Mont-Blanc: Hôtel Le Morgane reveals its new look

Some hotels reenact the mountain as we imagine it. Others prefer to look at it differently. It is this second approach that Le Morgane has chosen for its rebirth. Transformed into a 5-star property with 54 rooms and suites, the hotel will reopen its doors in December 2026, offering a destination deeply rooted in its local environment. Chamonix, its terrain, its textures, and its rhythm are celebrated, while leaving behind the overly expected clichés of the chalet. Here, wood alone is not enough to tell the story of the Alps. Stone, wool, leather, subtle tones, and lighting create a contemporary and sensitive atmosphere designed by the Barcelona-based studio Astet Studio—all while leaving the stage to what matters most: the panorama.

A New Chapter Above the Potomac: Le Méridien Arlington Unveils a Transformed Hotel and the Debut of Noble Fox Bar & Terrace

Le Méridien Arlington has unveiled the completion of a comprehensive hotel renovation, marking a new chapter for the property and its place in the Greater Washington, D.C. hospitality landscape. The transformation encompasses the hotel’s 156 guest rooms, updated public spaces, and a newly added La Vue Ballroom, along with the debut of Noble Fox Bar & Terrace, a cocktail-forward American brasserie where classic meets clever.

Circa Resort & Casino in Las Vegas Completes Final Phase of Hotel Tower with New Premium Room Collection

Circa Resort & Casino in downtown Las Vegas has announced the completion of the final phase of its hotel tower with the debut of two new premium accommodations: the Platinum King room and the Founders Entourage suite. The new room collection introduces Circa’s most advanced accommodations yet, featuring spacious layouts, upgraded amenities, sophisticated finishes and some of the most sought-after views in Las Vegas. Reservations for the Platinum King are bookable now. The Founders Entourage Suite will be available this winter. 

OUTRIGGER Waikīkī Beach Resort Unveils All-New Guestrooms

OUTRIGGER Hospitality Group today announced that the newly reimagined guestrooms at OUTRIGGER Waikīkī Beach Resort are complete and available to book, marking the first guest-facing milestone of the resort's $100 million transformation. To celebrate the moment, the resort has launched: "Catch Waikīkī's Next Wave," a campaign inviting people to share what they love about Waikīkī Beach for the chance to win a return trip to this iconic shoreline.

Treehouse Hotel Manchester is Branching Out

Treehouse Hotel Manchester is climbing higher. Following a headline-making debut in March 2025, the groundbreaking hotel from the one-of-a-kind hospitality brand created by Barry Sternlicht, Founder and Chairman of Starwood Hotels, is unveiling a major expansion. The hotel is introducing new rooftop destinations, a collection of premium suites that transform the property's upper levels into a magical escape high above the city, and more ways to gather, play, sweat, and reset. Now, Treehouse Hotel Manchester is more than a hotel: It's an urban resort where dining, nightlife, wellness, entertainment, and work all come together under one roof.

Tamarind Reopens as an Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort, Completing the Transformation of Marriott's Barbados Collection

Tamarind, Barbados, an Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort, proudly announces its reopening following an extensive transformation, welcoming guests to a reimagined oceanfront retreat on the island's celebrated Platinum West Coast. More than the unveiling of a revitalized resort, Tamarind's reopening marks the completion of the Barbados Collection's comprehensive portfolio-wide renovation strategy, a multi-million investment that transformed all seven resorts across the destination over two years.

The Hotel RIU Palace Mexico unveils its extensive renovation and new Elite Club service

RIU Hotels & Resorts has successfully completed the comprehensive transformation of the Riu Palace Mexico, one of our most cherished properties, having been the first Riu Palace hotel to open in Mexico back in 1999. Situated beachfront within the exclusive residential area of Playacar, the resort has elevated its architectural concept and interior design, now offering an All Inclusive experience reserved exclusively for adults.

New Orleans Marriott Announces Completion of Property-Wide Guest Room Renovation and Reimagined M Club

New Orleans Marriott today announced one of the most significant property transformations in its recent history: a full guest room renovation and a reimagined M Club, bringing a new level of contemporary comfort and style to one of the city's most iconic addresses. Located at 555 Canal Street in the French Quarter and near Ernest N. Morial Convention Center and Caesars Superdome, the hotel sits at the intersection of celebration and innovation.

The Tides Inn Unveils Renovated Accommodations, Immersive Chesapeake Experiences and the Debut of its Signature Widgeon Oyster

The Tides Inn, The Chesapeake’s waterfront hideaway for restoration and inspiration, has recently debuted the next phase of its multi-year evolution with newly renovated accommodations, immersive guest experiences and distinctive culinary offerings that further deepen guests’ connection to one of America’s most storied waterways. Highlights include redesigned balcony rooms and suites led by the renowned Summerour Architects and Norris Studio, an expanded lineup of ecology and history-focused programming, and the launch of the Widgeon Oyster—the resort's first signature oyster varietal, cultivated through the same shoreline restoration efforts that have helped revitalize the surrounding Chesapeake ecosystem.

Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa Returns to Independent Local Ownership with Multi-Million-Dollar Renovation Plan

Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa announced a transition to independent ownership alongside plans for a multi-million-dollar property transformation over the next several years. Under a joint partnership between Berger Holdings and RJ Hospitality - two local firms with deep roots in the region - the award-winning resort will undergo a comprehensive multi-year plan that will touch all 110 accommodations starting in Summer 2027, followed by strategic enhancements to its culinary program and Sanctuary Spa in 2028 - elevating the resort experience for both guests and locals alike.