IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hospitality companies, has announced the signing of Garner Southend, a conversion of the former Palace Hotel in Southend-on-Sea. The hotel marks another important milestone in the rapid expansion of the Garner brand across the UK and Ireland.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the unveiling of Hôtel Palais de la Méditerranée as the newest addition to The Unbound Collection by Hyatt brand in France. Set along Nice’s legendary Promenade des Anglais, the historic hotel emerges as a reimagined expression of Riviera glamour, where Art Deco heritage, Mediterranean light and contemporary design converge.
Radisson Hotel Group welcomes The Gonville Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals, to its portfolio — a distinctive and charming upscale property located in the historic city of Cambridge, featuring 92 bedrooms, each with its own unique and contemporary design. The hotel is a valued addition to the growing Radisson Individuals portfolio and further strengthens its presence in key destinations across the United Kingdom.
WorldHotels, a global brand of independent luxury and lifestyle hotels within the BWH® Hotels portfolio, today announces the addition of Willow in Trelleborg, Sweden, to its WorldHotels™ Crafted collection. Rising sixteen stories above Sweden’s southernmost city, Willow offers a striking example of beauty from the inside out—where bold exterior architecture gives way to an interior experience defined by craftsmanship, warmth and refined design.
Some places do not reveal themselves at first glance, Hermitage Hotel & Resort is one of them. It is not from the street that it makes its impression, but upon arrival, when the space suddenly opens up and the noise gives way to the quiet of the greenery. In Forte dei Marmi, where everything may seem already known, there is still a place capable of surprise: more than one hectare and a half of private gardens unfold as an unexpected oasis, a hidden retreat that has long defined the identity of this historic Versilia address.
Hotel Pazziella joins The Luxury Collection—Marriott International’s world-renowned, prestigious brand that celebrates the beauty and uniqueness of the guest experience. The brand offers guests access to authentic experiences and exceptional service, featuring a curated selection of hotels and resorts that reflect local heritage and culture.
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today announced the signing of Theobalds Estate, Noted Collection by IHG, in the UK. The signing marks the first property to join IHG’s new premium collection brand since its launch earlier this year.
FERGUS Group, the Spanish company specialising in hotel repositioning, continues to strengthen its presence in Mallorca with the addition of Hotel Eolo, located in the iconic Puerto Pollença. The 50-room property will join tent Hotels, the Group’s most innovative concept, which now reaches 10 properties across Spain. This latest addition reflects FERGUS Group’s successful repositioning model, transforming high-potential assets into distinctive hospitality concepts aligned with evolving travel trends. The hotel will operate throughout 2026 under the Affiliated by FERGUS model, before reopening in spring 2027 as tent Eolo, following a full repositioning to bring it in line with the tent signature concept and standards.
Leonardo Limited Edition UK Hotels is delighted to announce a new era as Hotel Gotham becomes The Rex, a rebrand that signals a bold evolution for one of Manchester's most iconic addresses. As the city's most assured and discerning destination, The Rex, a luxury boutique hotel and private members retreat defined by discretion and indulgence will begin its next chapter as of 23rd April. Crowning King Street in the heart of Manchester, a place that has quietly played host to society's most influential figures for decades, the 60-room hotel spanning 7 floors with striking city views will continue to celebrate its historic grandeur but introduce a modern style.
Meliá Hotels International is set to begin an exciting new chapter in Europe with the incorporation of Hotel President Budapest into its Affiliated by Meliá network from March 23rd, marking the company's debut in Hungary and opening the doors to one of Europe's most magnetic capitals. Nestled in the vibrant heart of Budapest, the 152-room, four-star hotel is perfectly positioned just steps from the Danube, the Parliament and St. Stephen's Basilica, offering an inspiring gateway to the city's cultural pulse.
In the year Meliá Hotels International celebrates its 70th anniversary, the company marks a significant milestone in the evolution of its brand portfolio with the relaunch of SOL by Meliá – its first major holiday brand and one of the most iconic in its history. The new chapter begins with the reopening of SOL Arona Tenerife, the first hotel fully redesigned under the new brand concept and the forerunner of a new generation of SOL properties created to deliver elevated holiday experiences.
The PRIMESTAR Group announces the next major milestone for its lifestyle brand June Six: the opening of June Six Salzburg – Tribute Portfolio Hotel on 1 March 2026. Developed in strategic partnership with the Soravia Group, the new addition will operate under Marriott International’s Tribute Portfolio, blending June Six’s contemporary lifestyle concept with the strength of one of the world’s leading hospitality networks.
COMO Hotels and Resorts announces the rebirth of a landmark 19th-century property on Bordeaux's famed Left Bank. Reopening on 1 May 2026, COMO Cordeillan-Bages marks the luxury hospitality brand's debut in one of the world's most revered wine regions, realised in close collaboration with the Cazes family, owners of the prestigious Château Lynch-Bages. The opening reflects COMO's family-owned philosophy, bringing together two family legacies united by a shared commitment to craftsmanship, finesse and understated luxury, as well as a deep appreciation for exceptional food and wine.
In the year that Meliá Hotels International celebrates its 70th anniversary, the company is taking a decisive step in the evolution of its brand portfolio with the relaunch of SOL by Meliá—its first major holiday brand and one of the most emblematic in its history. The announcement comes to life with the reopening of Sol Arona Tenerife, the first hotel fully redesigned under the new brand concept, setting the tone for a new generation of hotels created for unforgettable holidays.
Minor Hotels has also signed a management agreement with MK Group for Adriatic Istria Resort in Savudrija, marking the group's debut in Croatia and further strengthening its presence along the Adriatic. The property will come under Minor Hotels management from 12 February 2026 and will reopen for the 2026 season in late March, before undergoing a full refurbishment.
Minor Hotels, a leading global hotel owner and operator, has signed a management agreement with MK Group for Hotel Palace Portorož in Slovenia, marking the group's debut in the country and expansion along Europe's Adriatic coast. From 12 February 2026, the property will be operated by Minor Hotels and will reopen for the 2026 season in late March, ahead of an extensive refurbishment.
The historic Grand Hotel Leicester is set to reopen in January 2026 after a bold reimagining, as it officially joins The Unlimited Collection. The Grand Hotel Leicester by The Unlimited Collection will be managed by The Ascott Limited, following a strategic collaboration between The Ascott Limited and S Hotels & Resorts Public Company Limited (SET: SHR), the international hospitality company under Singha Estate Public Company Limited (SET: S), announced in June 2024 to oversee a portfolio of landmark properties in the United Kingdom.
Meliá Hotels International, Spain's leading hotel company, has announced the upcoming addition of the Holiday World Resort complex to its portfolio. Located in Benalmádena, one of the most iconic and popular destinations on the Costa del Sol, the three hotels and premium apartment complex that make up Holiday World Resort will become part of Meliá's offering in Málaga as of next March.
Leading luxury hospitality company Four Seasons and prominent European hotel developer Gruppo Statuto announce plans to transform Berlin's historic Hotel de Rome into a Four Seasons experience, opening in late 2027. This opening marks the return of Four Seasons to Berlin after 20 years.
A new chapter of beauty unfolds for Starhotels Collezione, welcoming Collina d'Oro Resort & SPA into its portfolio. This refined five-star property nestled in a natural oasis just minutes from Lugano is a haven of charm where the slow rhythm of nature meets the art of exceptional hospitality.