Rocco Forte Hotels continues its expansion in Italy and announces the opening of its second hotel in Puglia, Masseria del Cardinale, scheduled to debut in 2028 in Fasano.
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) and RMKA Private Company today announced the signing of Sandblu Santorini, marking the highly anticipated debut of LXR Hotels & Resorts in Greece. Set to open for the 2026 summer season, this exclusive sanctuary joins a handpicked collection of independent and spirited properties, each celebrating the timeless pursuit of personal adventure.
Whitbread PLC, the UK's largest hotel company and owner of Premier Inn, has made a significant freehold hotel acquisition in Central London for its hub by Premier Inn brand.
INNSiDE Elounda is a brand-new 5* lifestyle resort on the sun-drenched shores of northeastern Crete, owned and managed by Zeus Hotels and proudly part of the global portfolio of Meliá Hotels International. Set to open on May 1st 2026, this will mark the exciting debut of the INNSiDE by Meliá brand - which is renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and contemporary design - in the Greek Islands, and introduces a fresh offering in the renowned destination of Elounda. The home of the first luxury hotel in Crete and a town with rich cultural heritage, INNSiDE invites guests to experience all the region has to offer, with a range of luxurious accommodation; personalised experiences, such as in-room yoga mats; and elevated Greek cuisine, while also offering exceptional value for money. Just a 5-minute drive from Elounda, a charming coastal town with a picturesque harbour, it's also only 10 minutes from the pretty fishing village of Plaka, a notably off-the-radar beach destination where crystal clear waters lap white pebbles.
Glasgow's historic Wellington House opens its doors on 8th December 2025 as The Wellington Glasgow by Adina, marking TFE Hotels' continued UK expansion with their flagship Adina brand. This will be the second apartment-style hotel opening within a month and follows the 56-key The Hobson Cambridge by Adina, due to open at the end of November. The Australian-based hotel group has a growing presence across continental Europe, Australia, New Zealand and Asia, with Cambridge and Glasgow providing a launchpad into the UK for the very first time.
Skýra Retreat, an exclusive new destination in Lapland, is set to welcome its first guests in December 2025 on the shores of Lake Norvajärvi, just outside Rovaniemi, Finland. This intimate retreat invites guests to experience a new vision of luxury - one rooted in elemental design, Nordic heritage, and a pace of life guided by nature. With its carefully restored 1950s village schoolhouse at its heart and surrounded by ancient forests, Skýra Retreat offers the opportunity to slow down and reconnect, surrounded by the Arctic's beauty.
The BodyHoliday Algarve, opening in 2029, will redefine wellness travel as a five-star sanctuary set amid the untouched beauty of Portugal's Eastern Algarve—just forty-five minutes from Faro International Airport. Discovered by Barnard during his frequent journeys through Portugal, the site occupies a rare and tranquil setting next to the scenic and vast nature reserve of The Ria Formosa, with a three-minute walk through beautiful protected dunes providing direct access to the beach of 'Praia da Lota'—celebrated for its golden sands and serene, crystal waters.
Global hospitality leader Minor Hotels announces the signing of NH Collection Sliema, its first hotel on the Mediterranean island of Malta. Scheduled to open by the end of 2026, the premium new-build hotel will feature 268 guest rooms and suites in the sought-after coastal town of Sliema.
London's hospitality scene is poised for a bold new chapter with the arrival of The Derby London City, Curio Collection by Hilton , opening February 2026. Owned and operated by Dominus, this landmark hotel introduces a refined fusion of British charm and contemporary flair to the heart of the capital's historic financial district.
The former K West Hotel is set to reopen in February 2026 as Hotel Indigo London K West Shepherd's Bush, part of the IHG Hotels portfolio, following a complete transformation.
Lake Como, with its placid turquoise waters surrounded by towering, sharp-peaked mountains, has been one of the most dreamt-of destinations in the world for centuries. EDITION, part of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio, Omnam Investment Group ("Omnam"), and private investment firm Bain Capital boldly reimagine this storied locale with the opening of The Lake Como EDITION - marking a radical departure from traditional Lake Como hospitality.
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has today announced the signing of Waldorf Astoria Scarlet Bay following a management agreement with Royal Group Holding. The property marks the iconic luxury brand's first property in Greece, joining Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts properties in nearly 20 countries worldwide.
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world's leading hotel companies, announces the signing of Crowne Plaza Budva in Montenegro, in collaboration with our partners Uniprom Hoteli d.o.o. The hotel will become part of Crowne Plaza's growing European portfolio, which includes more than 110* open and pipeline properties - among them Crowne Plaza Durres in Albania, set to open imminently, and an upcoming project in Kolašin, Montenegro.
In early 2026, The Zetter Group will expand its celebrated London portfolio with the opening of The Zetter Bloomsbury — a 68-bedroom townhouse hotel set across six interconnecting Georgian buildings on Montague Street, directly opposite the British Museum. The new property will bring The Zetter's distinctive, personal approach to hospitality to one of London's most storied and cultured neighbourhoods.
Whitbread plc, owner of Premier Inn - the UK's largest hotel brand - has received planning consent to transform Verity House, a vacant office building in the South Bank area of Leeds city centre, into a 131-room hotel.
Ennismore, the fastest-growing lifestyle hospitality company, is pleased to announce the signing of The Hoxton, Madrid, which is set to open in 2026. The hotel will be located in Madrid's bustling historic centre, on Plaza de Santa Ana, and comes as the brand's second destination in Spain, following the success of The Hoxton, Poblenou, which opened in Barcelona in 2022. The Hoxton, Madrid will be Ennismore's first property in the Spanish capital, adding to its growing network across Europe.
Minor Hotels, a global hospitality group with hotels, resorts and branded residences across 59 countries, announces a new Tivoli Hotels & Resorts in Italy, in the heart of Puglia. Following a comprehensive renovation, the Tivoli Palazzo Risorgimento Lecce is set to open in April 2026, establishing itself as a new landmark in luxury hospitality for one of Italy´s most sought-after and fastest-growing travel destinations.
Since his appointment as General Manager of The St. Regis London, Marco Novella has been preparing for the grand debut of the landmark Mayfair hotel opening mid-2026. Blending London's rich heritage with the spirit of modern luxury, the hotel is set to offer a new culturally engaging home away from home for both global travellers and discerning Londoners alike. Together with his team, Marco will infuse the world-renowned St. Regis experience with creative energy—fostering connections with art and fashion while redefining bespoke service excellence by integrating the signature butler service at the very heart of Mayfair.
Zannier Bendor, one of Europe's most highly anticipated openings, is set to debut on the private French island of Île de Bendor in spring 2026, after five years of transformation. With bookings now live, Zannier Hotels has appointed Emmanuel Blanchemanche as General Manager and renowned chef Lionel Levy as Executive Chef, as the project unveils expansive dining and wellbeing programming in a combined effort of Société Paul Ricard and Zannier Hotels to restore the isle's legacy as a convivial gathering place steeped in old-world glamour. The Ricard family, guardians of Paul Ricard's vision, joins forces with the excellence of Zannier Hotels to write this new chapter.
Unveiled at the landmark exhibition "1925-2025: A Century of Art Deco" at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, within the grounds of the Louvre, The Orient Express Train stands as a striking dialogue between heritage and modernity. As the principal exhibit in what is being hailed as one of the most significant Art Deco showings ever staged, it is exceptionally rare for a hospitality brand to take centre stage in a cultural exhibition of this magnitude, a true testament to Orient Express's iconic status. Its inclusion recognises architect Maxime d'Angeac's outstanding ability to reimagine Art Deco for the future.