Announcements

New Hampshire’s Oldest Inn Announces Next Chapter as the Inn at Hancock

Following an extraordinary three-year restoration, the Inn at Hancock will reopen on May 1, 2026, fully transformed and reimagined for the discerning luxury traveler. Originally opened in 1789 and recognized as the oldest continuously operating inn in New Hampshire, the property remains true to its heritage while introducing a contemporary sense of whimsy, understated grandeur and opulence. 

Kimpton Ashbel New York – Park Avenue opens in Historic Midtown Manhattan Landmark

Kimpton Ashbel New York - Park Avenue, a boutique luxury hotel in Midtown Manhattan and part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, is now open at 70 Park Avenue, welcoming guests to a reimagined Beaux-Arts landmark along one of Manhattan’s most storied avenues. Just steps from Grand Central Terminal and Bryant Park, the hotel brings new life to the historic building originally constructed in 1928 as the Doral Park Avenue Hotel, introducing a residential approach to hospitality inspired by the character and charm of a classic Manhattan townhouse.

1 Hotel Austin Now Accepting Reservations

1 Hotels, the mission-driven luxury lifestyle brand founded by Barry Sternlicht, is now accepting reservations for 1 Hotel Austin, an urban sanctuary in the creative heartbeat of Texas. With an anticipated opening in August 2026, 1 Hotel Austin is set at the meeting point of Waller Creek and Lady Bird Lake and anchors the 74-story Waterline, the tallest tower in the state.

The Westin Nashville Completes $13.5M Renovation, Elevating Guestrooms, Suites, and Rooftop Meeting Experience

Castlerock today announces the completion of a comprehensive $13.5 million renovation of The Westin Nashville, enhancing guestrooms, suites, and key public spaces across the 456-room hotel. Located adjacent to Music City Center, the property plays a central role in Nashville's convention and group market, and the renovation positions the hotel to better serve evolving business and leisure demand.

Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street, Boston Unveils Reimagined Presidential Suite, A Bespoke Luxury Retreat Designed for Refined Escape

Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street, Boston, the city’s only Forbes Ten Star-recognized property, unveils its newly reimagined Presidential Suite, a thoughtfully redesigned residential-style retreat that redefines the pinnacle of luxury hospitality in the city. With sweeping skyline views, bespoke design details, and more than 2,000 square feet (185 square metres) of flexible living space, the transformation elevates the hotel’s most prestigious accommodation into a destination-worthy experience.

Woods Cove Inn Reopens in Laguna Beach, Signaling a New Chapter for the Property as an Independent Boutique Escape

Woods Cove Inn, a 22-room boutique hotel located along Laguna Beach’s iconic Pacific Coast Highway, will reopen May 11, emerging as a newly independent coastal retreat. Previously operating under the Sonder brand, the property debuts with a renewed identity rooted in local character, thoughtful design, and relaxed California living.

Renovation of Intercontinental Miami’s Meeting Spaces to Begin Summer 2026

Downtown Miami’s luxury destination and one of the city’s top meeting hotels, InterContinental Miami has announced that its meeting and event spaces will be offline this summer as part of a multi-million dollar major renovation, which will be completed in September 2026. In 2024, the iconic property completed a major renovation to its guest rooms and suites as well as its concierge level Club Lounge.

The Chanler at Cliff Walk Debuts Reimagined Lobby and Guest Spaces, Marking the Next Chapter for the Iconic Newport Mansion

The Chanler at Cliff Walk debuts a newly reimagined lobby and collection of guest spaces, marking the next chapter in the celebrated oceanfront mansion's ongoing evolution. The unveiling follows the 2025 opening of signature restaurant Remy's Loose, and continues a multi-year collaboration between The Chanler at Cliff Walk's Proprietress Lani Shufelt and renowned architecture firm Studio Valerius. Together, the new interiors deepen the property's enduring commitment to craftsmanship, artistry, and a sense of heritage and place along Newport's famed Cliff Walk.

Revival English Bay Opens in Vancouver’s West End Under New Brand, New Vision, and New Management

Revival English Bay, a reimagined boutique hotel located at 1771 Comox Street in Vancouver’s celebrated West End, is proud to announce its official opening on May 1, 2026. managed by Hotel Equities, the property debuts under a bold new brand and vision, reflecting a shared commitment to elevating this West End address into a distinctive destination for today’s discerning traveler.

Liora Estate Debuts in Healdsburg, Introducing a New Intimate Luxury Retreat and Coastal European Bistro

A beloved fixture just steps from the Healdsburg Plaza is entering a more intimate and intentional new chapter. Formerly known as 27 North, the 16-room boutique property has reemerged as Liora Estate, a European-inspired retreat designed for connection, where atmosphere, ritual, and emotional resonance take center stage, echoing the property’s earlier identity as Hotel Les Mars.

Virgin hotels to bring a splash of red to downtown Atlanta

Virgin Hotels, the award-winning lifestyle brand within Virgin Hotels Collection, has partnered with innovative real estate leader Drew Company to bring its signature spark and spirited lifestyle to Georgia with the announcement of Virgin Hotels Atlanta. Scheduled for a 2027 debut, the hotel will serve as a definitive cornerstone of Centennial Yards, the transformative 50-acre development led by CIM Group that is revitalizing downtown Atlanta. Alongside Virgin Limited Edition’s recently announced luxury hotel in Marrakech, also set to open in 2027, Virgin Hotels Atlanta at Centennial Yards will mark Virgin Hotels Collection’s 18th property. The hotel joins Virgin Hotels’ global portfolio of iconic urban properties, including New York, Edinburgh and its most recent homecoming in London.