Announcements

Outbound Hotels Announces Outbound Park City, Opening Early 2027, and Expands Investment Partnership with Barings

Outbound Hotels is proud to announce Outbound Park City, a forthcoming alpine retreat set to open in early 2027 following a comprehensive reimagination of the property. Outbound Park City marks the fourth collaboration between Outbound's parent company, Waterton, and Barings, coinciding with an expanded investment partnership between the two firms that reinforces their shared commitment to experiential, design-forward hospitality rooted in nature and community.

The All-New Ambros Daytona Marks the Opening of the Florida Coastal Destination’s First-Ever Boutique and Design-Driven Hotel

The all-new beachfront boutique hotel Ambros Daytona in Daytona Beach Shores, Florida, announces its official opening in January 2026. Boasting 50 rooms and suites dressed with minimalist-inspired decor and a serene atmosphere designed for leisure and well-being, Ambros Daytona aims to raise the bar of the Florida coastal city's hotel offerings.

Apiary Hotel Set to Open in Belleview Station in Early 2026

Today, Apiary Hotel announced plans to open in early 2026 as South Denver's first lifestyle, extended-stay hotel at Belleview Station, 4855 S. Quebec Street. Part of the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio, Apiary blends the energy of a lifestyle hotel with residential comfort and is designed to become a hub for locals and visitors with several community-centric spaces, including two unique dining concepts, Keepers Cocktail Lounge and June Gap Market & Café.

Business Leaders Unite to Develop Rock Hill’s First Boutique Hotel Focused on Inclusive Employment

Leading hospitality management, development, and investment organization Raines is joining forces with The Warren Norman Company, Noble Food and Pursuits, Comporium and WinthropLIFE to create the first boutique hotel in Rock Hill with the mission of employing individuals with disabilities. It will pair boutique-comfort accommodations and elevated service with an exceptional food and beverage enclave, all designed to give every guest an opportunity to become part of something greater.

Introducing The Milo, Hotel by the Sea: Multi-Million-Dollar Renovation and Rebrand Complete for Cherished Santa Barbara Coastal Retreat

A new chapter has officially begun for one of Santa Barbara's most beloved coastal landmarks. The Milo, Hotel by the Sea (The Milo), formerly Hotel Milo, has unveiled the results of a multi-million-dollar renovation and rebrand significantly elevating the guest experience. The comprehensive transformation includes a full reimagination of all 121 guestrooms, upgraded outdoor gathering spaces, and a refreshed brand identity, marking the most extensive update to the property in more than 30 years and positioning The Milo as one of Santa Barbara's premier design-forward, experience-led boutique hotels.

Red Lion Hotels, Inns & Suites by Sonesta Opens in Urbana, Illinois

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation (Sonesta) today announced the opening of Red Lion Inn & Suites Urbana. The 127-room, midscale hotel is located at 1907 North Cunningham Avenue in Urbana, Illinois. The city is home to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, the Spurlock Museum and Urbana's Market at the Square.

Now Open: Kimpton Miralina Resort & Villas Paradise Valley Introduces a New Kind of Desert Retreat to Scottsdale

Kimpton Miralina Resort & Villas Paradise Valley is now open in one of Arizona's most exclusive enclaves, following a $42 million reimagining of the iconic Scottsdale Plaza Resort by Trinity Investments and Partners Group. As Kimpton's second Arizona property and one of the largest resorts in its portfolio, Miralina introduces a more expressive hotel experience to the destination, rooted in Kimpton's approach to design, service, and social connection. The result is a refreshed alternative to traditional luxury that feels relaxed, residential, and deeply attuned to the Sonoran Desert. The property debuts with 224 reimagined guestrooms and 36 casitas that represent phase one of the resort's 404 keys, with spacious villas and residences set to arrive later this year. Signature restaurant Hecho Libre from James Beard Award finalist Chef Wes Avila, Spa Miralina, sensory Desert Reveries installations, six pools, and over 50,000 square feet of event space round out the opening.

Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica Unveils Multi-Million-Dollar Transformation, Debuting All-New Coastal-Inspired Design and Santa Monica's Only Rooftop Ballroom

Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica today announces the completion of a comprehensive $16 million renovation that reimagines the coastal California experience for modern travelers in the heart of Santa Monica. The transformation, which began in 2024 and wrapped this fall, introduces a vibrant new design aesthetic across all 315 guestrooms alongside 15,000 square feet of innovative meeting spaces and a new all-day restaurant that sets a new standard for corporate wellness and celebratory gatherings in this iconic coastal city.

The Preserve Sporting Club & Resort Announces Completion of Its 60 Unit Luxury Tiny Home Village

The Preserve Sporting Club & Resort - New England's finest four-season sporting club and a Preferred Hotel & Resort - has announced the completion of its $88 million Cozy Cabin Village, now totaling 60 luxury tiny homes and marking the largest tiny-home lodging experience of its kind in New England. With 48 newly constructed homes added to the existing 12, the resort continues to meet growing demand for high-end, nature-immersive accommodations.

Driftwood Capital Announces $11 Million Renovation of the Marriott Raleigh-Durham Research Triangle Park

Driftwood Capital, a Miami-based hospitality investment firm, has completed an $11 million renovation of the 226-room Marriott Raleigh Durham Research Triangle Park in Durham, North Carolina. The investment signals continued confidence in demand across the Raleigh-Durham hospitality market, and Driftwood Hospitality Management will continue to operate the hotel.

The Chloe Nashville opens next month

The Chloe Nashville will officially open the week of January 5th in Hillsboro Village, featuring 19 rooms, a restaurant, three bars, and a lush outdoor pool for guests + locals alike. This comes as the first Tennessee hotel from Róbert LeBlanc and the LeBlanc + Smith team, following New Orleans sister hotels The Chloe and The Celestine, which have collectively earned global accolades including Travel + Leisure's 2025 It List, Condé Nast Traveler's Hot List, Michelin Key designation and La Liste's Gem Hotel Award, among others.