Advertisement

Announcements

Opening

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts Debuts in Papua New Guinea with the Opening of Sheraton Port Moresby Stanley Hotel & Suites

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 hotel brands, today announced its debut in Papua New Guinea with the opening of Sheraton Port Moresby Stanley Hotel & Suites – a 394-key hotel located in Port Moresby’s central business and government district, five minutes from Jacksons International Airport and connected to the Vision City Mega Mall – marking Marriott International’s second property in the country and a significant milestone for the brand’s expansion in the Pacific.

Sheraton
Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea
Pipeline

Inside the First Completed Cliffside Estate Homes at Waldorf Astoria Residences Costa Rica Punta Cacique

Waldorf Astoria Residences Costa Rica Punta Cacique announced today the completion and delivery of its first three Estate Homes and unveiled a first look at these grand cliffside residences. The Estate Homes are set within Punta Cacique, a 600-acre master-planned community on Guanacaste's Cacique Peninsula, just beyond the Nicoya Peninsula, one of the world's five Blue Zones, where residents are known for exceptional longevity and well-being. They mark the first Waldorf Astoria Residences at Punta Cacique, joining the recently opened and sold-out condominiums as the community enters its next phase of growth. 

Waldorf Astoria
Punta Cacique, Costa Rica
Renovation

RIU Hotels & Resorts reopens the Hotel Riu Palace Peninsula in Cancun following a comprehensive renovation, now featuring the exclusive Elite Club service

RIU Hotels & Resorts has reopened the Riu Palace Peninsula following an ambitious and comprehensive renovation. This historic property, which has stood as an architectural icon in the Hotel Zone since 2012, returns to the market as a completely transformed product, meticulously designed to exceed the expectations of every traveler. Among its main new features, the introduction of the  Elite Club service stands out, an exclusive offering that adds a restaurant, a bar, and a private-access pool for its members.

Riu Hotels & Resorts
Cancún, Mexico
Pipeline

Hotel Equities Named Operator of the New SLS Punta del Este, Opening Early 2029

Hotel Equities (HE), a best-in-class hospitality operator, announces a hotel management agreement with Grupo Ginevra-GNV for the operation of SLS Punta del Este, a new Accor-branded luxury hotel and residential development opening in early 2029. The agreement marks Hotel Equities' first project in Uruguay, extending the company's Caribbean & Latin America (CALA) presence into South America.

SLS
Punta del Este, Uruguay
Pipeline

IHG Hotels & Resorts and Grupo Presidente Advance Development of the New InterContinental Presidente Mexico City Miyana

IHG Hotels & Resorts, in partnership with Grupo Presidente, continues to advance the development of  InterContinental Presidente Mexico City Miyana, with its opening scheduled for the second half of 2026. This upcoming hotel will expand the presence of IHG's iconic luxury flagship brand in Mexico and further strengthen its luxury and lifestyle offering in one of the capital's most dynamic business and commercial districts.

InterContinental
Alc. Miguel Hidalgo Ciudad de México, Mexico
Pipeline

Hilton and Fuerte Group Hotels Partner to Debut Amàre Cancun Adults Only All‑Inclusive Resort, Curio by Hilton

Today Hilton (NYSE: HLT) and Fuerte Group Hotels announced the upcoming conversion of Amàre Cancun Adults Only All-Inclusive Resort, Curio by Hilton. Owned and managed by Fuerte Group Hotels, the adults-only all-inclusive resort is slated to open October 31, 2026 and will bring Curio Collection’s design-led approach to one of Mexico’s most sought-after beachfront destinations, while expanding Hilton’s all-inclusive portfolio in one of its largest Caribbean and Latin America markets. Reservations through Hilton channels are expected to open this summer, with additional details to be announced closer to launch.

Curio – A Collection by Hilton
Cancún, Mexico
Ad Tambourine One
All you need is one.

Some call it a website with a booking engine built in. Some call it a booking engine with a website built in. We call it One.
Tambourine
Opening

Kimpton El Castelar Polanco opens in historic Mexico City Architectural Landmark

Nestled in the Polanquito neighborhood of Mexico City, Kimpton El Castelar, the city’s newest boutique hotel and part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, is now open at Emilio Castelar 107 Colonia Polanco. Just steps from Masarik Avenue, Auditorio Nacional, Chapultepec Castle and Arquelogical Museum, in the heart of Lincoln Park, the 34-room hotel brings new life to the Roel Building, originally opened in 1940 and designed by world renowned architect Francisco J. Serrano in the Mexican Art Nouveau period.

Kimpton
Ciudad de México, Mexico
Opening

The St. Regis Costa Mujeres Resort, Cancún Celebrates Its Official Opening with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony, Marking a New Era of Luxury in the Mexican Caribbean

The St. Regis Costa Mujeres Resort, Cancún officially opened its doors with a ribbon-cutting ceremony that brought together industry leaders, government officials, project owners, and strategic partners, marking the arrival of a remarkable new luxury destination to Marriott International's portfolio in Mexico.

St. Regis
Cancún, Mexico
Ad AI Hospitality
Ernest - Lighthouse's AI for hoteliers

"Just tell me why my weekend pickup dropped." With Ernest, now you can ask your commercial data anything, and act on the answer. 
Lighthouse
Opening

The St. Regis Costa Mujeres Resort, Cancún Debuts as a Refined Enclave Between Land and Sea in Mexico

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts today announces the opening of The St. Regis Costa Mujeres Resort, Cancún, an elegant beachfront retreat where the natural beauty and cultural richness of the Yucatán Peninsula meet the brand’s celebrated traditions and bespoke service. Located just north of Cancún in the tranquil enclave of Costa Mujeres, the resort introduces a sophisticated new expression of luxury in the Mexican Caribbean, framed by white sand beaches, crystalline waters, protected mangroves, and the world’s second-largest barrier reef.

St. Regis
Costa Mujeres, Mexico
Opening

Motto by Hilton Opens First Hotel in Brazil With the Debut of Motto by Hilton Recife Antigo

Hilton (NYSE: HLT), in partnership with REVPAR INCORPORTAÇÕES and MUV Empreendimentos and Atlantica Hospitality International, opened Motto by Hilton Recife Antigo, marking the debut of the lifestyle brand in Brazil. Designed for travelers seeking to immerse themselves in the heart of the destination, the 132-room property also represents Hilton’s entry into Recife, affectionately known as the "Venice of Brazil" for its picturesque canals, colorful colonial architecture, and vibrant cultural traditions.

Motto by Hilton
Recife, Brazil
Opening

The Westerly Officially Opens, Introducing Elevated Island Hospitality at the Iconic Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort

PALM BEACH, Aruba – Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino celebrated the grand opening of The Westerly, ushering in a refined expression of elevated island hospitality for the iconic Palm Beach resort. The debut marks a significant evolution of the property, introducing a more intimate guest experience that blends contemporary design, personalized service and dynamic public spaces with Aruba’s natural beauty. The milestone was commemorated with an event attended by ownership, Hilton leadership, government officials and key project partners.

Hilton
Noord, Aruba
Groundbreaking

Hard Rock International and Mundo Planalto Celebrate Groundbreaking of Hard Rock Hotel Gramado

Hard Rock International and Mundo Planalto today officially celebrated the groundbreaking of Hard Rock Hotel Gramado, marking a new phase of the construction of the new hospitality development in one of Brazil's premier winter destinations, widely sought after for its colder climate and year-round tourism appeal driven by a vibrant calendar of cultural and seasonal events.

Hard Rock
Brazil
Rebranding

Meliá Hotels International and Rafael Nadal Expand ZEL Hotels to Mexico with the Opening of ZEL Cozumel

Meliá Hotels International continues the international expansion of ZEL, the lifestyle brand created in partnership with sports icon and tennis legend Rafael Nadal, with the opening of ZEL Cozumel. As part of a comprehensive renovation and repositioning, the property will transition from Meliá Cozumel, marking the brand’s first lifestyle resort in Mexico and its second in the Americas, following the successful opening of ZEL Punta Cana in March 2025. Further strengthening the brand’s presence in the Caribbean and guided by the philosophy, “Where Mediterranean lifestyle blends with Caribbean vitality,” ZEL brings its signature approach to active and social wellbeing, centered on movement, outdoor experiences, shared moments, and a strong sense of community, all inspired by the Mediterranean way of living, to one of Mexico’s most beloved island destinations in the Fall 2026.

ZEL
Cozumel, Mexico
Pipeline

Meliá returns to Mexico City with its INNSiDE brand, tapping into the rise of bleisure travel

Meliá Hotels International returns to Mexico City with the opening of INNSiDE Mexico Roma Norte on June 8, 2026, marking the debut of its lifestyle brand INNSiDE by Meliá in the capital. Located in the creative heart of Roma Norte, one of the city’s most design-forward and culturally vibrant neighborhoods, the opening represents a key milestone for Meliá as it re-establishes its presence in one of Latin America’s most dynamic cultural and business hubs.

INNSIDE
Ciudad de México, Mexico