Announcements

Omni Fort Lauderdale Hotel Now Open

Omni Hotels & Resorts, in partnership with Broward County, Visit Lauderdale, and developer Matthews Southwest, today officially opened the doors of Omni Fort Lauderdale Hotel with a ceremonial ribbon cutting, welcoming its first guests. This debut signals the brand's flagship arrival to Greater Fort Lauderdale, introducing a new benchmark for sophisticated coastal luxury and elevated hospitality in South Florida. Marking a key achievement in the Broward County Convention Center District expansion, the hotel now serves as its definitive anchor, setting a new regional standard as a world-class destination for meetings, events, and leisure.

Hyatt Studios Huntsville Opens in Alabama, Bringing New Upper-Midscale Extended Stay Brand to ‘Rocket City’

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) celebrated the grand opening of Hyatt Studios Huntsville, marking a significant milestone in the upper-midscale extended brand's expanding pipeline. This opening further strengthens Hyatt's strategic collaboration with 3H Group, the same developer behind the first-ever Hyatt Studios property, which opened in Mobile, Alabama, earlier this year. Hyatt Studios Huntsville brings a modern approach to extended stay to one of the Southeast's fastest-growing cities, offering studio apartment-style suites with spacious, well-equipped kitchens, inviting lounge areas, and flexible workspaces.

Valencia Hotel Collection Announces the Closing of Tyler Hotel Partners, LP, Formed to Build a New Hotel on the Square in Downtown Tyler, Texas

Valencia Hotel Collection is proud to announce the official acquisition of property on the newly expanding Square in downtown Tyler, Texas, to build a new full-service hotel designed as a reimagining of the old Blackstone hotel of yesteryear. This marks a major milestone in the group's continued expansion. Slated to become another addition to the Valencia Hotel Collection, Hotel Blackstone will open as a high-profile, boutique property and a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott.

Live Oak Charleston to Debut as South Carolina’s First Tribute Portfolio Hotel in April 2026

Scheduled to open in April 2026 in Charleston's historic district, Live Oak Charleston will introduce a wellness-forward expression of Lowcountry hospitality as South Carolina's first and only Tribute Portfolio hotel. The 120-room boutique property will blend simple, modern design with an authentic sense of place, offering guests a serene retreat rooted in Charleston's natural beauty and cultural heritage.

Hilton Milwaukee Completes $42 Million Transformation

The historic Hilton Milwaukee, the city's largest hotel, proudly announces the completion of its $42 million renovation, the most extensive in the history of Marcus Hotels & Resorts, a division of Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS). The project reimagines the hotel's ornate 1920s architecture and design into a new era of style and sophistication, unveiling a revitalized lobby and bar, transformed meeting and event spaces, and 554 fully restyled guest rooms.

Where Deco Dreams Meet Ocean Breezes: Balfour Miami Beach Joins Wyndham's Registry Collection Hotels

With decades of iconic style and undeniable flair, Balfour Miami Beach makes its grand entrance into Registry Collection Hotels, adding a splash of classic Art Deco cool to the brand's curated lineup of independent gems. The 82-room South of Fifth landmark is where golden-era glamour meets modern Miami sophistication, ushering in a bold new chapter for one of the city's most celebrated and beloved destinations.

Hideaway Inns Opens Second Property: Hideaway Inn Mt. Snow in West Dover, VT

Hideaway Inns, a modern hospitality platform and hotel brand redefining regional travel for experience-driven guests, today announced the opening of its second property: Hideaway Inn Mt. Snow. Set in the heart of Vermont's Green Mountains, the 27-room hotel brings Hideaway's signature combination of thoughtful design, seamless technology, and social, communal spaces to one of New England's most beloved four-season destinations.

Mid 2026 Opening Planned for Fairmont New Orleans

Fairmont New Orleans will open in the city's Central Business District, near the historic French Quarter. Housed within the former Bank of New Orleans building, the hotel will offer 250 guestrooms and suites, as well as a restaurant, lobby lounge and rooftop bar. A swimming pool will feature expansive views of the city, while a 10,000 square foot spa is set to become a wellness destination not to be missed. Opening June 2026, with lead-in rates from USD 395 per night.

The Compton, Bentonville’s New Independent Lifestyle Hotel, is Now Open

The Compton, a new 142 room independent lifestyle hotel, has opened on Bentonville's historic Square, positioning itself as both a visitor base and a community anchor at a moment of rapid downtown change. Developed by local firm Blue Crane and operated by Practice Hospitality, the property leans into an Ozarks rooted identity, from biophilic design elements that soften the line between indoors and outdoors to small, story driven guest touches such as a folklore inspired turndown ritual.

Hyatt Place Bozeman Yellowstone Airport set to open as First Hyatt Branded Hotel in the Region

Hyatt Place Bozeman Yellowstone opened its doors on December 11, marking the debut of the Hyatt brand in the greater Bozeman area. Designed to meet the needs of business and leisure travelers alike, the 130-room hotel features modern amenities, 24/7 convenience, and direct access to Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport. As the first and only Hyatt branded property in the region, it provides World of Hyatt loyalty members a new opportunity to earn and redeem points in the Gallatin Valley.

Hilton Arcadia Los Angeles Is Officially Open

Hilton Arcadia Los Angeles, a 173-room contemporary retreat at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains, is officially open, expanding Hilton's footprint in Southern California and masterfully hosting guests with expertise and care. Located steps from Santa Anita Park and the Los Angeles County Arboretum and minutes from the Rose Bowl and Pasadena's cultural attractions, the hotel debuts contemporary guest rooms and suites, multiple world-class dining venues—including Arcadia's only rooftop bar—and a robust collection of energizing amenities and iconic gathering spaces. The property is managed by Azul Hospitality Group, a San Diego-based hospitality management platform that provides an innovative approach to maximizing performance.

Procaccianti Companies Announces Comprehensive Renovation Of Hyatt Regency Lexington

Procaccianti Companies, one of the nation's premier real estate investment and services firms, announced today that the Hyatt Regency Lexington will undergo a comprehensive renovation designed to elevate the hotel's full-service offerings and strengthen its position as the leading hospitality and convention asset in downtown Lexington. The project was approved through Kentucky's Tourism Development Incentive Program and reflects a significant reinvestment in one of the city's most strategically located hotels.

Only YOU Hotels Brand to open in New York, Q4 2026

Palladium Hotel Group announces the launch of Only YOU Hotel New York. Located on West 45th Street, just steps from Times Square and only a two-minute walk from Broadway, this new establishment is set to become a landmark in Manhattan's vibrant cultural and tourism epicenter. Only YOU Hotel New York is scheduled to open in the last quarter of 2026, reinforcing Only YOU Hotels' international expansion and the company's commitment to the lifestyle segment.

Club Med Expands Brand Presence in Canada with the Announcement of Club Med Tremblant

Club Med, the world leader in premium all-inclusive mountain and beach resorts, today announced the development of Club Med Tremblant, marking a strategic expansion of its presence in North America. The new resort marks the brand's second Canadian resort, after the successful opening of Club Med Québec Charlevoix in 2021 and elevates Club Med's global mountain leadership with existing resorts in Canada, France, Italy, Switzerland, Japan and China.

The Sitio Opens Reservations for Virginia Beach’s Newest Coastal Escape

Virginia Beach welcomes a new standard in coastal boutique lodging with the upcoming opening of The Sitio, now accepting reservations for stays beginning March 2026. Located within Atlantic Park, a first-of-its-kind mixed-use development that includes North America's first Wavegarden Cove surf lagoon, The Sitio blends contemporary design with laid-back surf culture in a vibrant coastal setting.