Announcements

City Express by Marriott Debuts in India with the Opening of City Express by Marriott Udaipur Nathdwara Highway

City Express by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announced the opening of City Express by Marriott Udaipur Nathdwara Highway, marking the debut of the City Express by Marriott brand in South Asia. City Express by Marriott is designed for both business and leisure guests who focus on quality, efficiency and simplicity. Every element of the brand experience is thoughtfully curated to provide convenience, modern comfort, and value.

Oakwood Premier to Open Atop YAESU CORE, One of the Largest Redevelopment Projects in Front of Tokyo Station

The Ascott Limited (Ascott), a Singapore-headquartered global hospitality company wholly owned by CapitaLand Investment (CLI), will partner with Mitsui Fudosan Co., Ltd. (“Mitsui Fudosan”), a participating member of the Yaesu 2-Chome Central District Type 1 Urban Redevelopment Project (facility name: “YAESU CORE”), together with Mitsui Fudosan Residential Co., Ltd. (“Mitsui Fudosan Residential”), to manage Oakwood Premier YAESU CORE Tokyo within YAESU CORE.

LXR Hotels & Resorts Debuts in India with The Den Bengaluru

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the opening of The Den Bengaluru, LXR Hotels & Resorts, marking the debut of the award-winning luxury brand in India. Owned by Dan Hospitality India Pvt. Ltd. and managed by Hilton, The Den Bengaluru brings LXR Hotels & Resorts' tailored approach to luxury to Whitefield, where heritage meets innovation, creative expression intersects with a global business hub, and vibrant urban energy coexists with a more relaxed rhythm.

IHG Hotels & Resorts Opens InterContinental Taipei, Expanding Luxury Portfolio in Greater China

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world's leading hotel companies, today announces the opening of InterContinental Taipei, marking a significant milestone in the continued growth of its luxury portfolio in the Taiwan market. Developed in partnership with Farglory Group, the hotel represents the partners' second InterContinental collaboration, following InterContinental Kaohsiung. Together with the recently signed Hualien Farglory Hotel, Vignette Collection, these developments further strengthen IHG's growing Luxury & Lifestyle presence in Greater China.

YTL Hotels and BlackRock Announce Hotel Stripes Singapore Chinatown, Autograph Collection

YTL Hotels are proud to announce the launch of Hotel Stripes Singapore Chinatown, Autograph Collection, located at the intersection of Singapore’s Central Business District (CBD) and historic Chinatown, following the acquisition by YTL Hotels and a private fund managed by BlackRock. Under new management, the 304-room, 16-storey property will begin its transformation this October into an upper-upscale hotel under Marriott International’s Autograph Collection, while bringing the Hotel Stripes brand to Singapore for the first time.

IHG Hotels & Resorts Signs voco Vrindavan, Bringing Premium Hospitality to a Leading Pilgrimage Destination

IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, has signed a management agreement with Vrindam Developers Private Limited for the development of voco Vrindavan. Set to open in Q1 2031, the 130-key hotel will bring voco’s distinctive hospitality experience to Vrindavan, one of Uttar Pradesh’s most prominent pilgrimage destinations, strengthening IHG’s growing premium portfolio in North India. The signing also marks Vrindam Developers Private Limited’s entry into the hospitality sector.

Vrinda Villas Hotel and Resorts Signs Franchise Agreement with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts for Wyndham Garden Vrindavan

Vrinda Villas Hotel and Resorts Pvt Ltd. has signed a franchise agreement with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts to develop Wyndham Garden Vrindavan Chhatikara, a 155-room hotel planned to open in early 2031. Upon opening, the hotel will benefit from Wyndham Advantage, Wyndham’s global platform of distribution, marketing, sales, revenue management, technology and loyalty capabilities, including access to Wyndham Rewards, the company’s global loyalty programme with more than 126 million enrolled members. These capabilities will help connect the property with a broader network of travellers, drive visibility and demand, and support long-term performance.

JW Marriott Ranthambore Resort & Spa Debuts First Full Season as Core Zones of the National Park Reopen

JW Marriott Ranthambore Resort & Spa, recently launched as the 10,000th hotel in Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio and the 11th JW Marriott property in India, readies to welcome travelers into its first full season as Ranthambore National Park’s core zones reopened starting October 1, 2026. The resort offers a thoughtfully designed retreat that encourages guests to connect more deeply with the natural rhythms of Ranthambore. More than a gateway to jungle safaris, it is a place where meaningful experiences unfold through a sense of presence, discovery and connection to the surrounding landscape.

Waldorf Astoria Kuala Lumpur Introduces an Integrated Urban Wellness Sanctuary Ahead of 30 October 2026 Opening

Waldorf Astoria Kuala Lumpur today unveils its signature wellness philosophy ahead of its highly anticipated debut on 30 October 2026. Introducing Waldorf Astoria Spa, one of Malaysia's most comprehensive luxury wellness destinations, the integrated wellness sanctuary spans more than 2,275 square metres across two floors, bringing together restorative spa rituals, personalised wellbeing programmes, advanced recovery technologies and AI-powered fitness experiences to support every stage of the wellness journey.

MIMARU Opens Osaka Namba Property with Six-person Apartments and Sky Garden Suite

MIMARU, Japan's leading apartment hotel brand for families and groups, operated by Cosmos Hotel Management Co., Ltd., opened MIMARU Osaka Namba Station Annex in Namba, Osaka, on Thursday, October 1. The property features 68 apartment-style guestrooms, with half accommodating up to six guests and half up to four. Every room includes a kitchen, dining area and in-room washer-dryer, while the 100-square-meter top-floor Sky Garden Three-Bedroom Suite offers six guests a private outdoor terrace above the city.