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Newport's Hotel Viking Set for May Reopening Following Multimillion-Dollar Renovation

 Hotel Viking, one of New England’s most storied hospitality landmarks, is now accepting reservations ahead of its highly anticipated reopening in May 2026. Perched above the city at One Bellevue Avenue, the legendary 1926 property is entering a new era following a comprehensive makeover timed to its centennial year. The refreshed hotel will continue to define itself as Newport’s cultural living room, masterfully weaving timeless elegance with a renewed sense of community connection.

Pivot Hotels l Resorts
Newport, Rhode Island, United States
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Avi Brosh’s Palisociety Debuts The Hôtel Lili, Now Open in Beverly Hills

Avi Brosh’s Palisociety has debuted its first hotel in Beverly Hills, The Hôtel Lili, a completely reimagined hideaway that blends European-inspired style and personality with the timeless charm of classic Los Angeles. The 44-room property, originally built in 1939 as a private residence, brings a uniquely boutique point of view to Beverly Hills’ hotel landscape with intimate spaces, richly crafted details and a convenient yet quiet setting steps from the internationally renowned city’s most storied streets.

Palisociety
Beverly Hills, California, United States
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The Standard Is Coming to Austin

A new chapter is coming to South Congress. The Standard brand is set to debut its first Texas outpost with The Standard, Austin, opening Spring 2027 as a vibrant reimagining of the beloved South Congress Hotel. As The Standard brand’s first U.S. opening in more than a decade, the project places Austin within the brand’s growing constellation of global destinations, from London and Ibiza to Bangkok and Brussels, with locations in Lisbon and Mexico City expected to open later this year. The Standard, Austin will be a conversion and renovation of the existing South Congress Hotel located at 1603 South Congress Ave, Austin, Texas 78704.

The Standard
Austin, Texas, United States
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Hyatt Regency Niagara Falls Fallsview Opens Overlooking The Natural Wonder of Niagara Falls

Today, Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) introduces Hyatt Regency Niagara Falls Fallsview to World of Hyatt as the latest addition to the Classics Portfolio. As the first Hyatt hotel in Niagara Falls and the closest Canadian hotel to the Falls, guests and World of Hyatt members can experience welcoming service alongside the best views of the natural wonder, with newly renovated rooms and suites available. Beyond leisure travel, the hotel is also a premier destination for meetings, conferences, and milestone gatherings, offering an inspiring setting where business events, celebrations, and unforgettable guest experiences come together. Hyatt Regency Niagara Falls Fallsview will contribute to Hyatt’s continued brand growth in Canada and strengthen Niagara Falls’ presence as a world-class destination.  

Hyatt Regency
Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada
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New Virginia Guesthouse Hotel & Conference Center Set to Elevate Charlottesville’s Meetings & Events Landscape

Virginia Guesthouse Hotel & Conference Center is bringing a new level of focus on meetings, incentives, conferences, and events (MICE) as it prepares to open its doors on April 6, 2026. The vibrant new hub situated on the Grounds of University of Virginia announces its conference center and flexible meeting spaces designed to meet the evolving needs of planners across corporate, association, and academic sectors. 

Virginia Guesthouse
Charlottesville, Virginia, United States
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Caption by Hyatt Makes Its Chattanooga Debut

 Caption by Hyatt Chattanooga Downtown is open, planting the brand’s flag in the heart of the Southside District at 105 W. Main St. and making history as the first Hyatt property to call Chattanooga, Tennessee, home. Operated by LBA Hospitality and developed by 3H Group Inc., the 123-room hotel brings together modern, design-forward accommodations, a dynamic food-and-beverage program and flexible social and event spaces, offering visitors and Chattanooga residents alike a spirited new gathering place in one of the South’s most celebrated cities, one built as much for the community as for the traveler passing through.

Caption by Hyatt
Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States
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Trailborn Hotels & Resorts Launches Summer Bookings For Hill House at Trailborn Mendocino

Trailborn Hotels & Resorts, The Official Hotel of the Great Outdoors™, today announced bookings are now open for Hill House at Trailborn Mendocino, the first of two properties that will make up the Trailborn Mendocino campus. Hill House at Trailborn Mendocino will welcome visitors starting in summer 2026 providing a refined guest experience and unparalleled access to the region’s iconic redwood forests, renowned wine country, and Pacific coastline. The hotel’s upcoming debut marks Trailborn’s expansion to the West Coast and the next chapter in the brand’s growing national portfolio.

Trailborn
Mendocino, California, United States
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Related Group Celebrates Completion of The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Tampa, Welcoming Residents to Its Landmark Bayshore Drive Development

Internationally acclaimed real estate developer Related Group (Related) today announced the completion of The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Tampa (The Residences), marking the delivery of Tower II and the full realization of the esteemed brand’s first residential offering in the city. Rising along the iconic Bayshore Drive, the two-tower development introduces a new benchmark for elevated living in Tampa Bay, seamlessly pairing world-class design with the legendary service synonymous with The Ritz-Carlton.

Ritz-Carlton
Tampa, Florida, United States
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Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club Introduces The Beach Villa — Miami Beach’s Only Fully Serviced Beachfront Villa

Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club in Surfside, Florida, just minutes from Miami Beach, introduces its newest and most private accommodation, The Beach Villa — a four-bedroom oceanfront residence located within Seaway at The Surf Club, a new residential enclave anchored by a historic oceanfront structure originally completed in 1936.

Four Seasons
Surfside, Florida, United States
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The Cooper Debuts, Setting a New Tide for Luxury in Charleston

Today, Charleston’s storied waterfront begins a transformative new chapter with the debut of The Cooper. As the first and only hotel to stand along the city’s harbor, the 191-room property seamlessly anchors Charleston's heritage with a bold evolution of the waterfront experience. Marrying a sophisticated design with the effortless grace of the Lowcountry, The Cooper introduces an unparalleled destination where a private marina, spectacular infinity pool, four dining concepts, and a first-of-its-kind spa converge to create the city’s most coveted waterfront address. 

Legend (Preferred Hotel Group)
Charleston, South Carolina, United States
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The Newly Opened Ambros Daytona Joins Wyndham’s Trademark Collection as Its First Property in Daytona Beach

Daytona’s first boutique hotel, Ambros Daytona, today joins Wyndham’s Trademark Collection, as the first property in Daytona within the portfolio. The 50-room hotel, opened in January 2026, is designed for leisure travelers with an emphasis on wellbeing, and aims to transform the coastal city’s hospitality offerings.

Trademark Hotel Collection
Daytona Beach Shores, Florida, United States
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Element North Austin Tech Ridge Opens, Bringing Modern Extended-Stay Accommodations to Austin’s Tech Corridor

The Element North Austin Tech Ridge is now open, offering a modern and spacious extended-stay experience in one of Austin’s fastest-growing technology and business hubs. Located at 900 E. Parmer Lane in North Austin, the hotel features 124 thoughtfully designed guest rooms and suites, flexible meeting space, and resort-style amenities designed for both short-term and extended-stay travelers. The hotel is professionally managed by Concord Hospitality, an award-winning hotel development and management company that currently operates over 140 hotels across North America, and is recognized as a leader in extended-stay and full-service management.  

Element® By Westin
Austin, Texas, United States
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ARC Hotel, Washington DC, Series by Marriott Announces its Reopening and Completed Renovation

ARC Hotel, Washington DC, Series by Marriott, announces its official reopening and completed renovation, marking its debut as part of the Series by Marriott brand portfolio. One of the newest brands by Marriott International, the distinctive collection brand is designed to deliver a thoughtfully curated guest experience that blends dependable quality, modern design, and exceptional value.

Series by Marriott™
Washington, District of Columbia, United States