Announcements

Hale Hōkūala Kauaʻi Debuts as Curio Collection by Hilton’s First Hawaiʻi Resort

Today, Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announced the opening of Hale Hōkūala Kauaʻi, Curio Collection by Hilton, a 210-room lifestyle resort. Marking Curio Collection by Hilton’s debut in Hawaiʻi, the property brings the brand’s focus on individually remarkable hotels and memorable stays to one of the world’s most sought-after island destinations. Overlooking Nāwiliwili Bay and neighboring Kalapakī Beach, Hale Hōkūala introduces travelers to the island through contemporary design, destination-driven dining, cultural programming and outdoor recreation.

Fairmont New Orleans Opens Bookings Ahead of November 2nd Debut

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, a global luxury brand part of Accor, has today announced reservations from November 2nd are now live, ahead of its much-anticipated opening. As Fairmont’s newest property, Fairmont New Orleans will be the brand’s 19th property in the USA. Located in New Orleans’ Central Business District, just steps from the French Quarter and Ceasars Superdome, the hotel’s opening marks the much-anticipated grand return of the iconic luxury brand to the Crescent City following two decades.

A New Chapter Above the Potomac: Le Méridien Arlington Unveils a Transformed Hotel and the Debut of Noble Fox Bar & Terrace

Le Méridien Arlington has unveiled the completion of a comprehensive hotel renovation, marking a new chapter for the property and its place in the Greater Washington, D.C. hospitality landscape. The transformation encompasses the hotel’s 156 guest rooms, updated public spaces, and a newly added La Vue Ballroom, along with the debut of Noble Fox Bar & Terrace, a cocktail-forward American brasserie where classic meets clever.

Circa Resort & Casino in Las Vegas Completes Final Phase of Hotel Tower with New Premium Room Collection

Circa Resort & Casino in downtown Las Vegas has announced the completion of the final phase of its hotel tower with the debut of two new premium accommodations: the Platinum King room and the Founders Entourage suite. The new room collection introduces Circa’s most advanced accommodations yet, featuring spacious layouts, upgraded amenities, sophisticated finishes and some of the most sought-after views in Las Vegas. Reservations for the Platinum King are bookable now. The Founders Entourage Suite will be available this winter. 

The RIVVY debuts in Chicago’s River North

The RIVVY, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott, debuted  today  at the site of the former Hotel 55, bringing a new boutique hospitality experience to Chicago’s River North neighborhood. Managed by Coury Hospitality, the 297-room hotel will combine the individuality and character of an independent hotel with the benefits of Marriott Bonvoy and Tribute Portfolio.

Hive House Celebrates Grand Opening, Marking Debut Of Cary’s First Hyatt-Branded Hotel

Hive House, the first Hyatt-branded hotel in Cary, North Carolina, is officially open. Joining the Unscripted by Hyatt brand portfolio, Hive House expands Hyatt’s brand footprint in a key market and reflects its commitment to offering streamlined, fuss-free stays in distinctive settings — all rooted in Hyatt’s legacy of quality and care. 

PENN and NASCAR JV To Break Ground on Tribute Portfolio Hotel at Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway

Kansas Entertainment, LLC, a joint venture between PENN Entertainment, Inc. (Nasdaq: PENN) (“PENN” or the “Company”) and NASCAR™️, will host a groundbreaking ceremony on Friday, September 25, 2026, at 10:00am CST for a new boutique hotel adjacent to Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway (“Hollywood Casino”). The hotel will be affiliated with the Tribute Portfolio, part of Marriott Bonvoy, and will be financed, developed, and operated by Prime Group US and Shaner Hotels, with Kansas Entertainment contributing vacant land for the project.

OUTRIGGER Waikīkī Beach Resort Unveils All-New Guestrooms

OUTRIGGER Hospitality Group today announced that the newly reimagined guestrooms at OUTRIGGER Waikīkī Beach Resort are complete and available to book, marking the first guest-facing milestone of the resort's $100 million transformation. To celebrate the moment, the resort has launched: "Catch Waikīkī's Next Wave," a campaign inviting people to share what they love about Waikīkī Beach for the chance to win a return trip to this iconic shoreline.

SIRO Expands to the U.S., Plans Brickell Hotel and Residences for 2030

Kerzner International Holdings Limited (“Kerzner”) is pleased to announce the signing of SIRO Brickell, Miami, the first SIRO hotel and branded residences in the United States. Slated to open in 2030, the property will anchor Miami's vibrant Brickell district - a dynamic hub where business, culture, and wellness converge - marking a bold new chapter for the SIRO brand.  

@HOME by Best Western® Debuts in Southeast with New Extended-Stay Hotel

BWH® Hotels, the leading hospitality enterprise comprised of three hotel companies including WorldHotels™, Best Western® Hotels & Resorts and SureStay® Hotels, today announced the opening of @HOME by Best Western McDonough, a newly constructed five-story, 128-suite extended-stay hotel. Located at 34 Liberty Industrial Parkway, the property brings contemporary, apartment-like lodging to one of the fastest-growing logistics and industrial corridors in the Southeast.

A Defining Moment for MGallery Collection: Brand Signs Ink 48 as Its U.S. Flagship Hotel in New York

Located in Hell's Kitchen on Manhattan's West Side, just steps from the Hudson River and within easy reach of Times Square, Hudson Yards and Broadway, Ink 48 is a landmark lifestyle hotel known for its expansive views over the New York skyline and waterfront. The property features 222 guestrooms, including 17 suites, a rooftop bar, restaurant and meeting facilities, making it one of the most prominent MGallery addresses in North America.

Now Open: 1 Hotel Austin - a Texas-Sized Urban Retreat

 1 Hotel Austin, the first Texas property from 1 Hotels, the mission-driven luxury lifestyle brand founded by hospitality visionary Barry Sternlicht, is now open. Set within the 74-story Waterline—the tallest tower in the state—the 252-room hotel introduces an exciting new experience shaped by Austin's landscapes, creative community, and celebrated food scene.

Under Canvas to Open First New Mexico Camp in Santa Fe in 2027

Today, Under Canvas, the leader in upscale, outdoor hospitality, announced that Under Canvas Santa Fe will open in April of 2027, marking the brand’s first location in New Mexico and its 18th property within the portfolio. Set across 640 acres of rolling high desert outside Santa Fe, the new camp offers a richly immersive way to experience the region—blending the city’s celebrated art, culture and cuisine with sweeping landscapes, outdoor adventure and vast open skies. The debut of Under Canvas Santa Fe also marks several firsts for the brand: the introduction of saunas, a dedicated event tent and cabins alongside its signature canvas tents – all designed to complement the high-desert landscape and elevate the guest experience.

The Nell New York Unveils Design Vision by Rockwell Group and Pierre & Co.

Aspen Hospitality, a division of Aspen One, today unveiled the design vision for The Nell New York, the forthcoming Nell Hotels property opening in fall 2027 at 10 Rockefeller Plaza. The 134-room hotel will be the first and only hotel within Rockefeller Center and New York City's only Relais & Châteaux property, bringing Nell Hotels' signature approach to warm, personalized luxury to one of the world's most recognizable cultural landmarks.

New Orleans Marriott Announces Completion of Property-Wide Guest Room Renovation and Reimagined M Club

New Orleans Marriott today announced one of the most significant property transformations in its recent history: a full guest room renovation and a reimagined M Club, bringing a new level of contemporary comfort and style to one of the city's most iconic addresses. Located at 555 Canal Street in the French Quarter and near Ernest N. Morial Convention Center and Caesars Superdome, the hotel sits at the intersection of celebration and innovation.

The Tides Inn Unveils Renovated Accommodations, Immersive Chesapeake Experiences and the Debut of its Signature Widgeon Oyster

The Tides Inn, The Chesapeake’s waterfront hideaway for restoration and inspiration, has recently debuted the next phase of its multi-year evolution with newly renovated accommodations, immersive guest experiences and distinctive culinary offerings that further deepen guests’ connection to one of America’s most storied waterways. Highlights include redesigned balcony rooms and suites led by the renowned Summerour Architects and Norris Studio, an expanded lineup of ecology and history-focused programming, and the launch of the Widgeon Oyster—the resort's first signature oyster varietal, cultivated through the same shoreline restoration efforts that have helped revitalize the surrounding Chesapeake ecosystem.