Repositioning for Value: The Strategic Role of Hotel Turnarounds in Thailand
Post-pandemic Thailand faces 83,000+ rooms in Bangkok alone with 751 more keys opening by 2025, driving strategic repositioning over organic recovery.
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Hampton by Hilton Set for India Expansion with First Five Hotel Signings in Partnership with NILE Hospitality
Five Hampton by Hilton hotels totaling 350+ keys will open across Amritsar, Vrindavan, Raipur, and Lonavala within two years under a licensing deal with NILE Hospitality.
Holiday Inn Commemorates 50 Years in Greater China, Unveils its Next-Generation Brand Evolution
Holiday Inn launches its next-generation design centered on "connection" with over 250 hotels now open and in pipeline across Greater China.
Aahaasa Collection Debuts in Sri Lanka: a New Circuit of Soulful Boutique Sanctuaries - Transformative Odysseys Shaped by Landscape, Culture, and Emotion
The family-founded brand operates two properties with a third planned, positioning itself as Sri Lanka's newest luxury boutique collection focused on nature-based experiences.
Series by Marriott Celebrates its Global Debut with 26 Openings Across Key Destinations in India
Marriott International, Inc. announces the global debut of Series by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, with the launch of The Fern Hotels & Resorts, Series by Marriott in India. This new collection brand is designed to celebrate regional character while delivering the trusted consistency of Marriott’s global standards. The first phase of openings includes 26 hotels across key destinations in India, bringing over 1,900 rooms to Marriott’s portfolio and marking a significant milestone in the brand’s global expansion.
China's Hotel Construction Pipeline Reaches 3,695 Projects with 656,873 Rooms in Q3 2025
In the Q3 2025 China Construction Pipeline Trend Report by Lodging Econometrics (LE), at the end of the quarter, China's total hotel construction pipeline stands at 3,695 projects with 656,873 rooms.
A New Economic Blueprint: Maldives Unveils Sustainable Townships as the Foundation of a Diversified Economic Future
The Maldives is moving to expand its tourism model with proposed amendments to the Special Economic Zones (SEZ) Act. The changes create a new category of Sustainable Townships, designed for large-scale, integrated developments that combine hospitality, residential real estate, health, education, and renewable energy infrastructure.
YTL Hotels Expands Its Global Footprint with Landmark Acquisition in New Zealand
YTL Hotels announced its first hotel investment in New Zealand with the acquisition of the 225-room Hotel Indigo, Auckland, marking another significant milestone in the Group’s international growth.
Accor Expands in New Zealand, a ‘Vote of Confidence’ in a Bright Tourism Future
The potential for future growth in international and domestic travel has prompted an expansion of Accor’s New Zealand hotel network, including the launch of two new brands into the country within a month of each other.
Hyatt and Homeinns Hotel Group Expand Strategic Relationship with Plans to Bring Hyatt Studios Brand to China
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and Homeinns Hotel Group (Homeinns) today announced that their respective subsidiaries have entered into a strategic master franchise agreement to introduce Hyatt Studios hotels in China. This collaboration will expand Hyatt’s portfolio in the upper-midscale segment by adding hotels in Hyatt’s new extended-stay brand in one of the world’s most dynamic hospitality markets.
Choice Hotels International Debuts MainStay Suites™ in Australia with Addition of 581 Rooms
Choice Hotels International, one of world's largest and most successful accommodation franchisors, is launching MainStay Suites™ in Australia. This marks the MainStay brand's first expansion outside North America, with seven hotels opening across the country — beginning with properties in Melbourne, Whyalla, Mackay, and Townsville. This milestone also highlights Choice Hotels International's leadership in the extended stay segment and underscores its commitment to accelerated growth in key international markets.
Hilton and Sun Group Deepen Strategic Partnership to Transform Vietnam’s Hospitality Landscape
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced multiple property agreements across Vietnam with existing partner Sun Group, one of the country’s leading companies across four key sectors: recreation and entertainment, leisure travel, real estate, infrastructure investment and aviation. The partnership will bring the global hospitality company’s award-winning brands, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, LXR Hotels & Resorts and DoubleTree by Hilton to Vietnam, while expanding the presence of Hilton’s flagship brand, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, in the country.
Hyatt, Kiraku, and Takenaka Announce 22 Billion Yen Final Close of Real Estate Fund for Luxury Onsen Ryokan Joint Venture Brand “Atona”
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H), Kiraku, Inc. (“Kiraku”). and Takenaka Corporation announced today the final close of Atona Impact Fund, a real estate fund dedicated to actively investing in development projects under the Atona brand, a modern luxury hot spring ryokan (Japanese-style inn) joint venture between a Hyatt affiliate and Kiraku.
Accor Strengthens Partnership with Elanor Through the Rebranding of Four Hotels Across Australia
Accor and Elanor Investors Group (Elanor) today announced the strategic repositioning and rebranding of four properties within the Elanor Hotel Accommodation Fund (Fund). The properties will be managed by long-standing operating partner 1834 Hotels and will officially join Accor’s network in October 2025.
Global Asset Solutions to reopen Singapore office after merger
Global Asset Solutions is to reopen an office in Singapore following its merger with local hotel asset management group, Perceptions Hospitality.
IHCL Enters into Strategic Partnership for 10 Hotels & 1000+ Keys; Expanding the Ginger Brand in South India
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the agreement signing for 10 new hotels spread across southern states of India. This capital light arrangement will be an operating lease agreement under the Ginger brand.
Marriott Signs Multi-Deal Agreement to Open Six Hotels in India with Brigade Hotel Ventures Limited
Marriott International, Inc. announced it has signed an agreement with The Brigade Hotel Ventures Limited to open six hotels (940 rooms) in four markets across India. This portfolio deal comprises six new build projects under five Marriott Bonvoy brands – The Ritz-Carlton, JW Marriott, Marriott Hotels & Resorts, Courtyard by Marriott and Fairfield by Marriott. Recognized for its construction excellence, Brigade Hotel Ventures Limited have significantly influenced India's urban landscape with a diverse portfolio of hotels in key South Indian cities.
IHCL Enters into a Strategic Partnership for 150+ Hotels in India
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today entered into a strategic partnership, signing definitive agreements to acquirecontrolling stakein ANK Hotels Pvt Ltd and Pride Hospitality Pvt Ltd and signed a distribution agreement with Brij Hospitality Pvt Ltd. With many decades of hospitality experience, the promoters of these companies belong to the illustrious Clarks hotels family. This takes IHCL’s portfolio to over 550 hotels.
The Hidden Sorcery of South Palms
Amidst swaying palms and coconut trees, and miles of white sand, a luxurious resort where visible beauty and guest experience are paramount welcomed its first guests on Friday, August 8. South Palms Resort and Spa Panglao - MGallery showcases the beach property’s aesthetic appeal, amenities, and the warm "Boholano spirit," and more importantly, the critical yet unnoticed role of underlying technology.