Announcements

Leonardo Hotels Acquires 'The Bristol Hotel'

The Bristol Hotel will be rebranded as Leonardo Royal Hotel Bristol, becoming the group's second property in the city. Leonardo Hotels UK & Ireland, a leading hotel group operating 63 centrally located properties with more than 13,000 rooms, has announced the acquisition of The Bristol Hotel from The Doyle Collection. Following a rebrand to Leonardo Royal Hotel Bristol, the hotel will become the group's second property in one of the UK's most vibrant and dynamic cities.

Ultimate Comfort: Inside the Atlantic Hotel Frankfurt

The Frankfurt skyline has gained a striking new silhouette. In the growing Europaviertel, just west of the trade fair grounds and the central station, a new focal point has emerged. Developed by the Gustav Zech Stiftung and built to the designs of Cyrus Moser Architects, the 124-metre-tall Europa-Allee-Tower combines modern architecture with an intelligent mixed-use concept. Under one roof, the building houses the new headquarters of Sparda-Bank Hessen, the prestigious "Messeplatz" entrance to Messe Frankfurt, and the new Atlantic Hotel Frankfurt am Main. Spanning 20 floors, the 4-star superior hotel offers an urban retreat that seamlessly blends a metropolitan lifestyle with contemporary comfort and architectural distinction.

Numa Signs Its First Property in Poland

Numa has signed a long-term lease to operate 56 units for flexible stays at Chmielna 13A in central Warsaw, marking its first signing in Poland. The building is owned by a joint venture of Belgian real estate investor AYA Properties Fund and Polish family-owned Curtis Group.

IHG Hotels & Resorts accelerates growth of Holiday Inn Express & Suites in Hungary with Debrecen signing

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announces the signing of a new Holiday Inn Express & Suites in Debrecen, Hungary, adding to its existing portfolio of 56* open and pipeline Suites properties across Europe. Developed in partnership with Xanga, a Hungarian privately owned investment and development company headquartered in Debrecen, the hotel will further expand IHG's presence beyond Budapest, supporting the company's strategy of growing in high-potential regional destinations across Hungary and the wider Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) region.

A New City Resort to Open in Marievik, Stockholm, in 2029—Bringing Back Liljeholmsbadet

Nordic Hotels & Resorts is set to open Marievik, a new urban resort in Stockholm, in partnership with AMF Fastigheter. Opening in the summer of 2029, Marievik will feature 191 hotel rooms, a rooftop spa, a rooftop restaurant, and more. Alongside the resort, the project will also bring the storied Liljeholmsbadet—Stockholm's floating bathhouse from 1930—back to life.

Chapitre Six Reveals Bourbon Hotel: Courchevel 1850’s Bold New Alpine Address

Chapitre Six, a collection of independently owned hotels across France, has officially announced its arrival in Courchevel 1850 with the opening of Bourbon Hotel on 18 December 2026. Nestled in the world-famous Golden Triangle with direct ski-in, ski-out access to Les Trois Vallées, this intimate 28-room and three-suite hideaway brings an ultra-stylish alternative to standard alpine hospitality.

Ruby makes its French debut with the opening of Ruby Lilou in Marseille

Ruby, an urban lifestyle hotel and part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, opens Ruby Lilou in Marseille, marking the brand's debut in France. Opening alongside Ruby Workspaces in France, Ruby Yani introduces Ruby Workspaces to the French market. Inspired by Marseille's distinctive blend of Mediterranean ease and rebellious creativity, Ruby Lilou reflects the brand's signature approach to creating hotels deeply connected to their destination.

Ahoi, Hamburg! The Hoxton to open its second German hotel in summer 2027  

The Hoxton is heading to Hamburg. Opening in summer 2027, The Hoxton, Hamburg will be the brand's second hotel in Germany and third in the German-speaking region, following Berlin and Vienna. Founded in London in 2006 and celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, The Hoxton is known for its neighbourhood-rooted approach and community-led programming. The upcoming Hamburg debut marks the next step in the brand's European growth, with openings also planned in Oslo and Madrid next year.

New Verbier Hotel The Ski Lodge Opens December 2026, With A Proper Spa And A Bar Worth Staying Up For

The Ski Lodge is a new 36-room boutique hotel in the centre of Verbier, opening December 2026 with two ideas at its heart: a luxurious spa, and somewhere exciting to be after dark. The state-of-the-art spa has an indoor swimming pool, cold plunge, sauna, hammam and a relaxation area; The Listening Room, the hotel's bar, is open to guests and locals alike until late, with cocktails and DJs on the weekend. At The Peak, Peruvian-born chef Mario Paiva brings a taste of the Americas to Verbier, with an NYC brasserie-style menu.

Ennismore signs Delano Puglia, introducing the iconic brand to Italy’s Adriatic Coast

Ennismore, the fastest-growing lifestyle hospitality company, together with LIMM and Società Rinascimento Valori, are delighted to announce the signing of Delano Puglia, marking the brand's first property in Italy. Set to open in 2028, the resort will introduce Delano's inimitable blend of effortless elegance and cultural energy to one of Italy's most compelling coastal regions.