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The Luce, St. Pete Beach's Newest Coastal Retreat, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio Hotel Announces a Soft Opening June 11th

The Luce, the highly anticipated new addition to St. Pete Beach's vibrant shoreline, is set to open doors to guests on June 11th. With 200 stylish accommodations, including a selection of bungalow studio suites, The Luce offers an effortless retreat designed for both relaxation and celebration. Now part of Marriott's Tribute Portfolio, owned by LCP and Safanad and managed by Crescent Hotels & Resorts, The Luce has been transformed from a St. Pete Beach classic boutique hotel into an unforgettable destination that will capture the charm of SPB while integrating a distinctly Floridian experience celebrating the endless sunshine, eclectic culture, and laid-back sophistication of Florida's Gulf Coast.

Tribute Portfolio
St. Pete Beach, Florida, United States
Appointment

Andrea Serito has been appointed as Director of Spa at The Belgrove Resort & Spa, West Palm Beach, Autograph Collection

The Belgrove Resort & Spa West Palm Beach, an Autograph Collection by Marriott property, and Access Real Estate, announces the appointment of Andrea Serito as Director of Spa. A recognized leader in luxury wellness within the hospitality industry, Serito brings a wealth of experience and innovation to her new role at The Belgrove Resort & Spa West Palm Beach. Serito will oversee all spa, wellness, and fitness operations, elevating the guest experience while continuing to position the resort as a leading wellness destination.

Pyramid Global Hospitality
West Palm Beach, Florida, United States
Development Opening

Viceroy Brickell – the Residences Opens as Miami's Newest Icon, Marking the Hospitality Brand's First-ever Standalone Residential Concept

Miami's Brickell financial district, where capital, culture and global ambition converge, has a new landmark. Viceroy Brickell – The Residences, the hospitality brand's first-ever standalone residential concept, has officially opened its doors, welcoming its first residents to one of the most anticipated addresses in the city's history.

Viceroy
Miami, Florida, United States
Development Pipeline

The Related Group, Merrimac Ventures and Hilton Celebrate Historic Milestone at Waldorf Astoria Residences Pompano Beach

Prominent real estate developers the Related Group and Merrimac Ventures, alongside hospitality leader Hilton (NYSE: HLT), today celebrated the topping-off of Waldorf Astoria Residences Pompano Beach (The Residences), marking the completion of vertical construction for the brand’s first-ever standalone residential endeavor. Located on two acres of pristine oceanfront along the Pompano Beach coastline, the 28-story condominium tower is more than 85% pre-sold, with completion slated for summer 2027.

Waldorf Astoria
Pompano Beach, Florida, United States
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Development Rebranding

Signia by Hilton Diplomat Beach Resort Officially Debuts, Marking a New Era for South Florida’s Iconic Beachfront Destination

The Diplomat Beach Resort opens today as Signia by Hilton Diplomat Beach Resort, ushering in a bold new chapter for the coastal beacon. The transition marks the property's evolution into Signia by Hilton's growing portfolio of approachable luxury hotels worldwide, as the legendary Hollywood Beach address introduces the brand's vibrant atmosphere, experience-led dining, refined wellness offerings, and premier meetings and events to South Florida.

Signia Hilton
Hollywood, Florida, United States
Development Renovation

Renovation of Intercontinental Miami’s Meeting Spaces to Begin Summer 2026

Downtown Miami’s luxury destination and one of the city’s top meeting hotels, InterContinental Miami has announced that its meeting and event spaces will be offline this summer as part of a multi-million dollar major renovation, which will be completed in September 2026. In 2024, the iconic property completed a major renovation to its guest rooms and suites as well as its concierge level Club Lounge.

InterContinental
Miami, Florida, United States
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Ivette Davalos has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Kimpton EPIC Hotel

Kimpton EPIC Hotel, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ivette Davalos as Director of Sales & Marketing. A respected leader in Miami’s hospitality scene, Davalos returns to the property in a full-circle moment, bringing with her a deep connection to the hotel and a proven track record of success in the luxury market.

Kimpton
Miami, Florida, United States
Development Renovation

A Sanctuary Reimagined: The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón Announces Resort Transformation

The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón, owned by Host Hotels & Resorts, is embarking on a transformational chapter set to begin in May 2026. Renowned as a premier luxury destination featuring 36 holes of championship golf, the property will remain fully open throughout the renovation. The comprehensive project will fundamentally elevate the guest experience, highlighted by a redesign of the resort's food and beverage offerings with two innovative new culinary concepts. Additionally, the resort will unveil a sophisticated new design across its guestrooms, suites, lobby, and the newest meeting space, Swaying Palm, all debuting in Fall 2026.

Ritz-Carlton
Naples, Florida, United States
Appointment

Jasmine Wehbe has been appointed as Sommelier at The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort

The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort’s CW Prime, the property’s signature steakhouse, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jasmine Wehbe as Sommelier. In this role, Ms. Wehbe will lead CW Prime’s wine program, overseeing curation, guest experience, and pairing development, further enhancing the restaurant’s elevated approach to modern steakhouse dining. She will report to Riley Kiste, General Manager of CW Prime.

St. Regis
Longboat Key, Florida, United States
Development Rebranding

Gateway Jax Signs Agreement with Marriott International and The Indigo Road Hospitality Group for Hotel Merrydelle –– Downtown Jacksonville’s First Lifestyle Hotel

Gateway Jax, a leading developer in Jacksonville's urban core, today announced a signed agreement with Marriott International and The Indigo Road Hospitality Group to open Hotel Merrydelle, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio hotel. Formerly the Ambassador Hotel, the building is set to undergo a transformative renovation as part of Gateway Jax’s development of Pearl Square. The Tribute Portfolio Hotel brand portfolio represents a collection of independent boutique hotels that showcase unique design, create spaces and experiences that connect guests to the surrounding community, and focus on unmatched, sincere service. Hotel Merrydelle is slated to be Downtown Jacksonville’s first lifestyle hotel.

Tribute Portfolio
Jacksonville, Florida, United States
Development Rebranding

Courtyard by Marriott Across Universal Orlando Opens Following Multimillion-Dollar Renovation and Conversion

Performance Hospitality, a Florida-based lifestyle hospitality management company, announced the completion of a multimillion-dollar conversion and rebranding of the Holiday Inn & Suites Across from Universal Orlando to the Courtyard by Marriott Across Universal Orlando (5916 Caravan Ct.). Centrally located in Orlando and in close proximity to the Universal Studios theme parks, this exciting brand conversion brings with it a new chapter of elevated hospitality, modern design, and access to Marriott’s globally recognized loyalty program, Marriott Bonvoy®. A grand opening celebration is set for April 9, from 5 – 7 p.m.

Courtyard
Orlando, Florida, United States
Development Renovation

A New Standard of Coastal Luxury: Sunseeker Resort Florida Gulf Coast Launches Sunsuites™ Villas

Sunseeker Resort Florida Gulf Coast, owned by Blackstone Real Estate and managed by Pyramid Global Hospitality, is proud to announce the official launch of Sunsuites™ Villas, a collection of spacious, residential-style accommodations designed for families, group getaways or extended stays. Recognized with the prestigious AAA Four Diamond designation, Sunsuites Villas combines comfort, privacy and bespoke services for a truly elevated resort experience.

Curio – A Collection by Hilton
Charlotte Harbor, Florida, United States