Hotel Openings

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Debuts in Thailand with the Opening of Fairmont Bangkok Sukhumvit

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, part of the world-leading hospitality group Accor, in partnership with Asset World Corp Public Company Limited (AWC), today announced the opening of Fairmont Bangkok Sukhumvit. Marking Fairmont’s first hotel in Thailand, the new property introduces the brand’s distinctive spirit of culture, connection and celebration to Bangkok’s vibrant Sukhumvit neighborhood, offering 416 guestrooms and 58 suites for exceptional stays, dining, wellness experiences, celebrations, and world-class meetings and events in one of the city’s most dynamic destinations.

Fraser Residence Putrajaya debuts in the integrated lakeside development of Malaysia’s administrative capital

Frasers Hospitality, today announced the soft opening of Fraser Residence Putrajaya, its newest landmark that marks the brand’s debut in Malaysia. Situated within TERRA, which is Putrajaya Holdings Sdn Bhd’s integrated mixed-use development on the serene banks of Putrajaya Lake, the property introduces Frasers Hospitality’s signature blend of serviced living, family-oriented design and community-driven spaces to the country’s administrative capital. 

Mandara Women’s Wellness - India's First AI-Integrated Wellness Retreat for Women

HiLITE Group, an innovator in real estate development headquartered in Calicut, Kerala, has spent over three decades redefining urban living. With projects across retail, residential, commercial, education, hospitality, healthcare and leisure, the Group has played a key role in shaping the state's skyline and lifestyle including India’s largest World Trade Center development, WTC Kozhikode. Extending this vision into healthcare, HiLITE established Elanine Women's Hospital, a comprehensive women and child healthcare project. From this foundation emerged Mandara Women's Wellness, a dedicated vertical created to complement clinical care with personalised wellness, offering women a space for restoration, balance and support at every stage of life.

Conrad Nagoya Opens Above the City Skyline as Sakae’s New Luxury Landmark

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the opening of Conrad Nagoya in partnership with Mitsubishi Estate Co., Ltd. The opening marks the debut of Hilton's luxury brand, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, in Nagoya and an important addition to the brand's growing global portfolio, bringing Conrad's bold, contemporary approach to luxury to one of Japan's most dynamic destinations. Beyond its role as a manufacturing hub, Nagoya is celebrated for its vibrant culinary scene, centuries-old craftsmanship, and dynamic cultural traditions.

Tapestry Collection by Hilton Debuts in Vietnam with Opening of NHAAN Resort & Spa Hoi An

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has opened NHAAN Resort & Spa Hoi An, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, a tranquil riverside sanctuary in Central Vietnam’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed port town, which is famed for its cobbled streets and winding waterways. The property marks the debut of Tapestry Collection by Hilton in Vietnam, introducing this brand collection of original, independent hotels to one of the country’s most culturally rich destinations.

Shangri-La Group Debuts Its First JEN by Shangri-La Hotel in Hangzhou

Shangri-La Group (“the Group” or “Shangri-La”) today announced the debut of JEN by Shangri-La (“JEN”) brand in Hangzhou with the soft opening of JEN Hangzhou by Shangri-La (“JEN Hangzhou”). Bringing the brand’s “Live New Asia” spirit to one of East China’s most vibrant destinations, where cultural heritage meets fast-evolving urban energy, JEN Hangzhou blends local character with contemporary lifestyle experiences. As the Group’s 10th JEN property globally, the hotel is designed as a lively hub for travellers and the local community to connect, exchange ideas and explore the city from a fresh perspective.

IHG Hotels & Resorts Opens first Vignette Collection in India and South West Asia with The Aarlis Hotel Panchkula

 IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hotel companies, today announces the opening of The Aarlis Hotel Panchkula, Vignette Collection, marking the introduction of its collection brand to India and South West Asia. The 145-room hotel joins Vignette Collection, a growing family of one-of-a-kind hotels in destinations to remember and becomes part of IHG' leading Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio.

Hilton Brings Canopy Hotels to South East Asia with Canopy Bangkok Sukhumvit

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has opened Canopy Bangkok Sukhumvit, marking the debut of its lifestyle brand, Canopy Hotels, in South East Asia. Set in Bangkok’s vibrant Asoke neighborhood, the hotel brings together public spaces by award-winning interior design studio AvroKO, four distinctive dining concepts and city-curated experiences that reflect Bangkok’s layered character and creative energy. The opening represents another milestone in Hilton’s expanding lifestyle portfolio across Asia Pacific.

Banyan Group Announces Opening of Banyan Tree Mount Emei, a Gateway to the UNESCO World Heritage-Listed Site in China's Sichuan Province

Banyan Group ("Banyan Tree Holdings Limited" or the "Group" – SGX: B58), an independent global hospitality company, has expanded the presence of its flagship Banyan Tree brand in China with the opening of Banyan Tree Mount Emei in China's Sichuan Province. Nestled in the foothills of Mount Emei (also known as Emeishan), the resort serves as a gateway to the Mount Emei Scenic Area, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site inscribed for both its cultural and natural significance and known for its rich biodiversity.

Radisson Hotel Group opens The Merchant Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals, in the heart of Brisbane

The Merchant Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals, has opened in the heart of Brisbane's central business district, marking the debut of the Radisson Individuals brand in Queensland. Inspired by the trading heritage of the historic Roma Street markets, the contemporary 58-room boutique hotel combines distinctive local character, personalised service and modern comfort within easy reach of the city's corporate, government, cultural and entertainment precincts.

Hyatt Place Debuts in Vithalapur, India’s Thriving Industrial Destination

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of Hyatt Place Vithalapur, marking the Hyatt Place brand’s debut in the emerging industrial hub of Vithalapur, Gujarat in India. The 108-room property is the first globally recognized hotel brand in Vithalapur, offering a seamless blend of comfort, convenience and efficient service in a casual atmosphere for business and leisure travelers.

IHG Hotels & Resorts to open first Kimpton in Indonesia

IHG Hotels & Resorts has unveiled a first look at Kimpton Suntaya Bali Ubud, set to debut later this year as the luxury lifestyle brand’s highly anticipated arrival in Indonesia. Designed as an extension of Bali’s creative energy, the hotel will embody Kimpton’s signature approach to human hospitality, intuitive service, and design-forward spaces that invite curiosity and connection.

Songtsam Resorts Debuts Songtsam Linka Kunming, a New Urban Retreat Overlooking Dianchi Lake

 Songtsam Resorts, the renowned collection of experiential luxury lodges and retreats located across Tibet and Yunnan Province, China, is pleased to announce the opening of Songtsam Linka Kunming, the brand’s 20th property and first-ever urban, nature-inspired “Linka” hotel, reminiscent of the traditional Tibetan concept of a nature or garden retreat. Marking a significant milestone for the hospitality group since its founding in 2000, the new address invites travelers to enjoy quiet, reflective stays with convenient access to the myriad cultural and urban experiences of Yunnan’s vibrant capital city.

Centara Accelerates Luxury Growth with The Launch of Its Second Centara Reserve

Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand's leading hotel operator, today announced the launch of Centara Reserve Krabi, the second property under its award-winning luxury Reserve brand, scheduled to open in December 2026 following a multi-billion-baht development. The opening represents the next chapter of the company's long-term premium growth strategy, strengthening its position in the luxury hospitality sector while supporting Krabi's emergence as one of Asia's most desirable quiet luxury destinations.

Kimpton Nine Trees Shanghai Officially Opens Next Generation Wellness Escape in South Shanghai

IHG Hotels & Resorts officially opened Kimpton Nine Trees Shanghai on June 30, 2026, an addition to the hospitality company’s Lifestyle & Luxury portfolio. As the second Kimpton hotel in Shanghai, the property is located in Fengxian, a livable eco-district in South Shanghai, surrounded by expansive woodlands and lush urban greenery. Blending forward-thinking wellness concepts with Kimpton’s distinctive philosophy of vibrant hospitality, the hotel introduces the first large-scale lifestyle and wellness destination in Fengxian, designed to attract Shanghai residents, as well as travelers from the region and around the world.