Announcements

Nostalgia and Contemporary Luxury Blend Seamlessly at Andaz Shanghai ITC

Located in the heart of Shanghai's heritage district, this stunning new luxury hotel offers fabulous views across the vibrant and bustling metropolis. Open to guests from 3 February 2026, Andaz Shanghai ITC is the last word in urban comfort, appealing to discerning travellers who appreciate quality and style. Designers drew on the theme of nostalgia, referencing numerous iconic Shanghai sights, tastes, sounds and smells that will invoke warm feelings of yesteryear among visitors from near and far.

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Arrives in Vietnam with Fairmont Hanoi

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, part of the world leading hospitality group Accor, today proudly announces the opening of Fairmont Hanoi, the luxury brand's first property in Vietnam. The hotel, which blends local heritage, modern design and curated art, offers 241 elegantly appointed guest rooms; 38 Fairmont Gold rooms and 12 spacious suites; eight bars and restaurants; an exquisite wellness facility; and Hanoi's largest pillarless ballroom. Rooted in Fairmont's celebrated century-long heritage and enriched by Hanoi's remarkable thousand-year cultural legacy, Fairmont Hanoi, thoughtfully designed by Perkins Eastman and Aston Design, is poised to usher guests into a new chapter of Vietnamese luxury hospitality. Through a wide array of thoughtfully curated guest experiences, the property is set to redefine elegance as a tapestry woven with local artistry and delivered with genuine, heartfelt care.

India’s Largest DoubleTree by Hilton Opens Near Bengaluru International Airport

Hilton today announced the opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Bengaluru Airport, the brand's largest hotel in India. The opening joins seven Hilton hotels operating in Bengaluru and solidifies Hilton's multi brand-presence in the city, from luxury, full-service and focused-service offerings. Developed in partnership with Dangayach Group, the hotel brings DoubleTree by Hilton's signature warm hospitality to the city's fast-growing airport corridor, reinforcing the growing importance of Bengaluru as India's most significant commercial and technology-led market.

IHG Hotels & Resorts to bring its premium brand, voco to Lucknow, India

IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with Rajdeep Infra & Sales Pvt Ltd for the development of voco Lucknow. Scheduled to open in Q3 2029, the upcoming hotel will introduce IHG's fastest-growing premium brand to this vital capital city, reinforcing the company's strategic expansion in high-potential urban centres across India.

LIME Resort Bohol, a member of Radisson Individuals Premier, debuts as the first Radisson Individuals Premier in Southeast Asia Pacific

Radisson Hotel Group proudly introduces LIME Resort Bohol, a member of Radisson Individuals Premier, a premium beachfront property featuring 85 loft-style villas, three restaurants, and three lagoon-style swimming pools. Located on Panglao Island, one of the Philippines' most sought-after destinations, the resort combines contemporary design with authentic Filipino hospitality.

Samanea Opens Cambodia’s First Luxury Wellness Resort in Cardamom Mountains

This new year, Samanea Group, a luxury hospitality group, has officially opened Samanea Wellness Resort, set across 40 hectares of pristine natural landscape in the Cardamom Mountains of Pursat Province in Cambodia. The opening of the resort marks the Group's latest destination-led wellness offering and builds on the success of Samanea Beach Resort & Spa in Kep, which launched in 2018 and has since become one of Cambodia's premier coastal retreats.

ONYX Hospitality Group Signs Agreement to Manage Shama Hub Ladprao

ONYX Hospitality Group officially announced the signing of a management agreement for Shama Hub Ladprao at a ceremony held at Amari Bangkok on 22nd January 2026. The agreement was signed by Mr. Yuthachai Charanachitta, Chief Executive Officer of ONYX Hospitality Group, and Mr. Somchai Ngamdamrongkiat, owner of Shama Yen Akat and Shama Hub Ladprao, in the presence of executives and team members from both organisations.

Four Seasons Resort Seychelles at Desroches Island Unveils New Five-Bedroom Royal Villa

Four Seasons Resort Seychelles at Desroches Island announces the launch of its new Five-Bedroom Royal Villa, a private residence that sets a new benchmark for luxury living in the Indian Ocean. Located on the north side of the island and offering sweeping ocean views, the Royal Villa is the largest and most private accommodation at the resort, designed for multi-generational families, groups of friends and distinguished travellers seeking complete privacy with highly personalised service. Elevating the experience even further, the villa features its own state-of-the-art private gym and serene spa sanctuary, allowing guests to enjoy personalised wellness rituals, rejuvenating treatments and fitness sessions in complete seclusion, transforming the Royal Villa into a self-contained haven of indulgence, wellbeing and refined island living.

Radisson Hotel Group Expands in Indore with the Opening of Its First Radisson RED, Marking Another Growth Milestone

Radisson Hotel Group has announced the opening of Radisson RED Indore, a significant milestone in its expansion across India. Designed to redefine Indore's hospitality scene, the hotel features 115 stylish rooms and suites, an all-day dining restaurant, a state-of-the-art fitness center and stunning rooftop infinity pool. Radisson RED Indore offers travelers with a vibrant, social, and connected experience, setting a new benchmark for contemporary stays in the city.

Ascott and New Vision Break Ground on Global Flagship Ascott Shenton Way Singapore

New Vision Holding Pte. Ltd. (New Vision) and The Ascott Limited (Ascott), the wholly owned lodging business unit of CapitaLand Investment, have officially broken ground on Ascott Shenton Way Singapore, a defining showcase for the Ascott brand's evolution towards design-led, wellness-centred hospitality. The flagship development marks the first-time collaboration between owner-developer New Vision and hospitality operator Ascott. Construction is underway, with completion expected in Q4 2029.

Banyan Group Residences Introduces Angsana Golf Residences Topaz at Laguna Phuket

Banyan Group Residences, Thailand's leading lifestyle property developer, proudly unveils Angsana Golf Residences Topaz, an exceptional new branded residential development located within the iconic Laguna Phuket integrated resort. Designed to reflect the clarity, elegance, and rarity of the topaz gemstone, these branded residences combine contemporary design with Phuket's cultural heritage to deliver a truly elevated tropical lifestyle.

Hotel de l’Opera Hanoi – MGallery Collection enters its next act

Hotel de l'Opera Hanoi - MGallery Collection, located moments from the Hanoi Opera House and the historic Old Quarter, has announced a multi-phase renovation programme set to conclude in 2026. Rooted in culture, artistry and the art of storytelling, the renovation introduces a contemporary reinterpretation of the hotel's theatrical spirit, enhancing the sense of place that defines the property. Through refined design details, curated atmospheres and elevated guest moments, Hotel de l'Opera Hanoi - MGallery Collection will continue to offer an intimate, immersive experience where heritage and modernity exist in harmony.

Japan: Hoshino Resorts Opens RISONARE Shimonoseki

RISONARE Shimonoseki, Hoshino Resorts' eighth RISONARE property, has officially opened its doors marking the brand's first expansion into Japan's Yamagata prefecture. The latest opening holds true to the brand's signature—providing a unique experience focused on the local charms of each destination—with dynamic views, thoughtful design and abundant activities.

Tapestry Collection by Hilton Brand Debuts in Japan with the Opening of the Green Leaf Niseko Village

Leading global hospitality company Hilton(NYSE: HLT) proudly unveils the opening of The Green Leaf Niseko Village, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, marking the debut of its lifestyle brand Tapestry Collection by Hilton in Japan. Located at the foot of Mount Niseko Annupuri within Niseko Village Ski Resort, the winter-season property will welcome guests exclusively during Niseko's celebrated White Season, offering prime access to some of the world's best skiing experiences.

Beloved Maldivian Resort Reimagined: NH Collection Maldives Reethi Returns with Renewed Grace

NH Collection Maldives Reethi Resort, Baa Atoll's long-standing retreat cherished by generations of guests, has been transformed into a fresh expression of Maldivian hospitality following an extensive refurbishment and rebrand. As the resort enters a new chapter, its enduring legacy has been reimagined for a modern-day traveller seeking meaningful discovery - with 105 transformed villas, refined restaurants and bars, dedicated family spaces, kids' facilities and a serene spa, all set within the elegantly landscaped natural island of Fonimagoodhoo.