IHG brings InterContinental brand back to Manila
The 212-key luxury hotel will open in 2032 in Bonifacio Global City, marking the brand's return after a 15-year absence from the Philippine capital.
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Dalata Hotel Group Announces Seventh Hotel in London
The 370-room Maldron Kensington will open in 2029 near the £1.3bn Olympia London redevelopment, targeting BREEAM Excellent certification.
Hilton Enters Mongolia with the Signing of Conrad Ulaanbaatar, Marking a New Chapter for Luxury Hospitality in the Capital
Hilton's first Mongolia property will feature 227 rooms in a mixed-use tower, opening 2028 in Ulaanbaatar's business district.
ALH Grows to 3,000 Rooms with Major Central Texas Expansion
The family-owned management company added 1,000 rooms across Central and South Texas, elevating Scott Austin to COO to oversee the expanded operations.
Marriott International Signs Landmark Agreement with KS Hotels to Introduce The Luxury Collection to Cambodia and Laos
Two iconic boutique hotels in Siem Reap and Luang Prabang will convert to The Luxury Collection brand by 2026-2027, marking Marriott's debut in Laos.
Hilton Accelerates Multi‑Brand Growth in Brazil with Plans to Double Portfolio by 2030
Hilton plans to double its Brazil portfolio to nearly 60 hotels by 2030, with major expansion into new markets including Manaus, Natal, and airport locations.
The Wolseley Hotels to Launch with Flagship Property in New York
The 76-room flagship will occupy a 1905 landmark building near Bryant Park and introduce The Wolseley restaurant to the US market.
Hyatt Announces Signing of Agreement for Hyatt Place Ahmedabad Nikol, Expanding Its Essentials Portfolio in India
The 140-key property, developed by Golden Buildcon, will include a ballroom and meeting spaces in Gujarat's commercial hub.
Frasers Hospitality executes multi-market strategic asset enhancement plan to drive sustainable value creation
The $140 million program targets properties in Kuala Lumpur, London, Melbourne and Singapore with refurbishments, room additions and sustainability upgrades.
Hyatt Strengthens All-Inclusive Portfolio in the Dominican Republic with Plans for New Hyatt Ziva Resort in Punta Cana
The 650-room resort will open in 2029 as part of Hyatt's expansion in Dominican Republic, adding to 150+ all-inclusive properties across the region.
Introducing Beckons: A New Luxury Hospitality Brand Launches
The brand unites Baillie Lodges and Tierra Hotels portfolios across nine properties on four continents, backed by $100 million in recent property investments.
Indonesia Tourism Xchange 2026 to Unite Industry Leaders for a Forward-Looking Dialogue on the Future of Travel
The inaugural conference focuses on luxury hospitality, branded residences, and investment opportunities across Indonesia's diverse tourism markets.
Why Is San Diego a Favorite Among Hotel Investors?
The market shows 45% institutional ownership downtown, high-70s occupancy, and benefits from diverse demand including military, life sciences, and the new 1,600-room Gaylord Pacific resort.
By Kirsten Smiley, Senior Vice President, Southern California Region Director, HVS Los Angeles, HVS
Africa’s hotel development pipeline hits record high as East Africa leads in construction momentum
W Hospitality Group data shows Egypt leads with 45,984 rooms while East African markets like Ethiopia and Kenya have 80% of projects under construction.
HVS Europe Hotel Transactions Bulletin - Week Ending 6 March 2026
PPHE reacquires Park Plaza London Waterloo for £147.9m while Nordeste Properties buys Meliá Bilbao for €63m in major European deals.
Oakwood Premier Raffles Place Singapore to Open 1 April 2026
The 299-room property in CapitaSpring will be Oakwood's second Singapore opening, featuring smart technology and sustainability initiatives.
Not Done Weekly - With Brian Quinn, Former Sonesta Chief Development Officer, on What's Broken in Hotels — and What Could Fix It
Features interviews with former Sonesta CDO Brian Quinn on declining hotel margins and Mews founder Richard Valtr on AI's impact on hospitality operations.
Sloan Dean, CEO Emeritus, Not Done with Sloan Dean
HVS Asia Pacific Hospitality Newsletter - Week Ending 6 March 2026
Four major hotel transactions across Australia, Japan and Malaysia totaled over AUD480 million, with Sydney's Darling Harbour deal marking one of the largest single trades.
Minor Hotels Continues Africa Expansion with New NH Collection Hotels in Tanzania and Ghana
Minor Hotels signed two NH Collection properties opening in 2030: a 200-key Accra hotel and 145-key Pemba Island resort, marking first West Africa entry.
Superstar Hotel Asset Managers: Are You Working With One?
The author reflects on working with asset managers over three decades, emphasizing how rising operational costs make NOI more critical than revenue growth.
By Vikram Singh, Global Hotel Commercial Leader, Vikram Singh