Announcements

Shangri-La Singapore Unveils a New Chapter of Timeless Luxury with the Reimagined Valley Wing

An icon of refined hospitality enters a new era as Shangri-La Singapore unveils the transformation of its prestigious Valley Wing, welcoming guests to a rejuvenated collection of luxurious guestrooms and suites, including its two exclusive Presidential Suites – the Shangri-La Suite and Singapore Suite. Available for stays from October 2026, the unveiling marks a significant milestone in the continued evolution of the hotel, where more than five decades of hospitality heritage meet a renewed vision of contemporary luxury.

QURO Bangkok Riverside Opens as Thailand’s First Unscripted by Hyatt Hotel

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of QURO Bangkok Riverside, part of the Unscripted by Hyatt brand portfolio. Formerly The StandardX, Bangkok Phra Arthit, the 62-key hotel marks a new chapter as the first Unscripted by Hyatt hotel in Thailand, bringing its distinctive character and creative spirit to one of Bangkok’s most vibrant riverside districts.

ITC Hotels Signs Welcomhotel Roorkee Mandawar in Uttarakhand

ITC Hotels Limited (ITCHL) announced the signing of a management agreement for 171 key Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels Roorkee Mandawar. Strategically located in the Mandawar area of Roorkee in Uttarakhand state, the hotel enjoys excellent connectivity from the National Capital Region Delhi, Dehradun, Haridwar and Rishikesh. Positioned along the Delhi-Haridwar Highway, this new destination will serve as a gateway to the Char Dham pilgrimage routes of the Himalayan region, and several prominent leisure destinations within Uttarakhand. The location also benefits from proximity to the IIT Roorkee and the region's growing educational and industrial ecosystem.

A grand escape awaits as The Grand Saddles Lodge opens at Mount White this November

Just 45 minutes from Sydney, where the bushland of Mount White meets the waterways of the Hawkesbury and the Central Coast begins, The Grand Saddles Lodge will welcome its first guests on 2 November, unveiling an intimate 20-suite retreat where exceptional food and wine, richly layered interiors, restorative wellness and experiences rooted in the surrounding landscape come together.

Minor Hotels Brings Anantara Retreats to India with Darjeeling Signing

Minor Hotels, a global hospitality leader with over 640 hotels, resorts and residences, has signed an agreement to manage Anantara Retreat Darjeeling Hills, the first Anantara Retreat in India. The 70-key property will open in 2031 within the Tindharia Tea Estate, an 849-acre plantation in West Bengal, creating a sanctuary where guests can enjoy luxurious accommodation amid pristine surroundings while the estate continues to operate as a working plantation.

The Marlborough Boutique Hotel & Vineyard Announces Expansion with 20 New Junior Suites Debuting January 2027

The Marlborough Boutique Hotel & Vineyard will open 20 new Junior Suites in January 2027, together with a dedicated wellness space, gym and new reception/dining hub. Set amongst the vineyards and established gardens of the 16-acre estate, the expansion will allow more guests to experience The Marlborough while retaining the privacy and personal service for which the property is known.

ITC Hotels Limited Signs Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Manesar Gurugram Strengthening Presence in the National Capital Region

ITC Hotels Limited (ITCHL) has announced the signing of 104 key Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels Manesar Gurugram, a contemporary premium hotel that will further strengthen the brand's presence in the National Capital Region’s rapidly evolving business and hospitality landscape. Developed as part of ITCHL's asset-right growth strategy, the new hotel will feature elegantly appointed rooms and suites, catering to business travellers, weddings, social events, and leisure guests.

Ascott to Debut Oakwood Premier in Vietnam with Signing of Oakwood Premier Hallbridge Hanoi

The Ascott Limited (Ascott), a Singapore-headquartered global hospitality company wholly owned by CapitaLand Investment (CLI), has signed a hotel management agreement with DETECH Group to launch Oakwood Premier Hallbridge Hanoi, marking the beginning of a strategic partnership between the two companies as well as the introduction of the Oakwood Premier brand to Vietnam’s capital city.

A Hillside Reimagined: Avista Hideaway Phuket Patong – MGallery Collection Unveils New Pool Villas

Above the energy of Patong, where the hillside meets the forest and the Andaman Sea stretches towards the horizon, Avista Hideaway Phuket Patong – MGallery Collection  is unveiling a reimagined pool villa experience this October, introducing 12 newly renovated one-bedroom pool villas that can be combined into interconnecting two- or three-bedroom configurations.

ITC Hotels signs 227 key Mementos by ITC Hotels Karjat in Maharashtra

ITC Hotels Limited today announced the signing of a management agreement for 227 key Mementos by ITC Hotels Karjat; a luxury resort located outside Mumbai in Maharashtra. Set against the backdrop of the Sahyadri foothills, Karjat has emerged as one of western India's most promising lifestyle destinations, drawing travellers seeking nature-led escapes, wellness journeys, destination weddings and large corporate retreats. The seamless accessibility from Mumbai and Pune, coupled with its scenic surroundings, makes it a compelling location for a new luxury hospitality offering.

Now Open: Singapore’s Latest Hospitality Concept APT. Makes Its Debut at Stamford Place

APT. has officially opened at Stamford Place, introducing a new serviced-living experience designed around the freedom to stay your way — combining the comforts of home with thoughtful hospitality and connected city living. Set across Levels Three and Four of the reimagined Civic District landmark, APT. comprises 66 design-led serviced apartments available for stays from six nights to a few weeks, or an entire season.

Opus Bay Batam: The Island's First Integrated Resort Debuts in December 2026

Just 45 minutes by ferry from Singapore, Batam gets its first integrated resort estate. Opus Bay opens in phases from December 2026, starting with its own ferry terminal, Marina Bay Ferry Cove, and Residence on Opus Bay, a new hospitality concept in two distinctive buildings: Balmoral Tower, Batam’s biggest hotel with 493 rooms, and Cluny Resorts, the island’s latest ultra-luxury villa retreat, opening in 2027. Designed as “A City within a City” for leisure and business travellers alike, phase one in 2027 also brings a waterfront retail promenade, and a sports park, so guests can enjoy the buzz of Batam by day and unwind in tranquillity, with unobstructed sea views, by night.