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Italian Hotel Group, The Hospitality Experience, Opens Borgo dei Conti Resort in Umbria
Borgo dei Conti Resort | August 19, 2024
UMBRIA, ITALY - Borgo dei Conti Resort is a 40-room & suite luxury resort located in the heart of Umbria, Italy. The estate is surrounded by 40 acres of picturesque olive groves and lush forestland - immersing guests in the scenic Italian countryside. Designed by Milanese firm Spagnulo and Partners, Borgo dei Conti Resort’s design scheme pays homage to Umbria’s history with the use of rich color palettes inspired by the work of iconic Renaissance painters such as Pietro Perugino and Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino (a.k.a Raphael), complemented by traditional architecture dating back to the 19th century and native materials that are harmoni...
Takeaways From the 2024 Boutique Hotel Investment Conference by BLLA: Reviving the Spirit of Boutique Hotels
MARCUS R. LEE | June 14, 2024
By Marcus R. Lee, Patricia Shih, and Lizzette Casarin FIAF Florence Gould Hall Theater was bustling in early June with another successful Boutique Hotel Investment Conference. Kudos to the BLLA team for executing a great event! This article presents some key takeaways from HVS attendees Patricia Shih (HVS Consulting & Valuation) and Marcus Lee (HVS Asset Management & Advisory). In the ever-evolving landscape of hospitality, the term “boutique hotel” has transformed. Once synonymous with personalized service, unique design, and intimate experiences, “boutique hotels” as a phrase has recently blended with some nation...
The Store Opens in Former Oxford Department Store Building
The Store | May 15, 2024
OXFORD, ENGLAND (May 15, 2024) - Today, the vibrant luxury lifestyle hotel, The Store, opens its doors in the heart of Oxford and in the building of the former historic department store, Boswells. As one of the world’s oldest department stores, Boswells was family-owned and much-loved by the local community. The new hotel will bring the storied past of Boswells back to life and is set to become a new cultural hub in Oxford. In the tradition of great British department stores, it was a place of discovery - a treasure trove of toys, fashion, household essentials, and a well-known tearoom, and café. Now, reimagined as a luxury lifestyle h...
WoodHouse Set to Open The Hotel at The Moore in Miami’s Design District
WoodHouse | April 26, 2024
(MIAMI, FL – April 26, 2024) – Today, WoodHouse announced that The Moore in the Miami Design District has officially begun its re-opening. The iconic landmark enters its next century as a new cultural destination, complete with a private members club, public restaurant, boutique hotel, executive offices and gallery space. One of the most recognizable façades in the city, The Moore was built in 1922 during the 1920s Florida Land Boom on a former pineapple farm and estate, and would influence the development and design of the surrounding area for 100 years to come. Occupying a nearly 90,000-square-foot space, each floor of The Moore...
The Red Carnation Hotel Collection Unveils 100 Princes Street in Edinburgh
Red Carnation Hotels | April 23, 2024
Edinburgh, Scotland (April 23, 2024): Red Carnation Hotels, the family-owned hotel collection, proudly announces the opening of its latest masterpiece and first property in Scotland, 100 Princes Street. Heralding the start of a new era at its storied Edinburgh address, this boutique hotel is poised to become a beloved destination providing an exclusive, intimate and authentic Scottish experience. Inspired by the adventures of the Scottish explorers who frequented the building as the former headquarters of the Royal Overseas League, 100 Princes Street is an exquisitely curated property that promises a journey into Scotland’s rich cultural,...
Midnight Auteur Unveils Plans for Inaugural Boutique Hotel in Savannah, Georgia
Midnight Auteur | March 28, 2024
The cocktail-centric hospitality company, Midnight Auteur, unveils its first boutique hotel in the Hostess City of the South, opening early 2025 Savannah, GA (March 28, 2024) — Midnight Auteur, a new vertically integrated hospitality company created by the founders of the renowned Death & Co brand and the celebrated Ramble Hotel in Denver, today unveiled a first look at their forthcoming luxury boutique hotel, Municipal Grand, scheduled to open in Savannah’s North Historic District neighborhood in early 2025. Municipal Grand marks Midnight Auteur’s first official venture in the luxury boutique hotel space. Midnight Auteur was bor...
Winter Haven Hotel Miami Beach Unveils New Renovation
Winter Haven Hotel | February 26, 2024
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New Trilith Guesthouse Brings 193 Guestrooms to Fayetteville, Georgia
Trilith Guesthouse | January 30, 2024
Storytelling takes center stage at new Atlanta-area hotel FAYETTEVILLE, Ga. (Jan. 30, 2024) – The highly anticipated Trilith Guesthouse (350 Trilith Parkway) officially opened its doors today in the Town at Trilith, inviting guests to “awaken the storyteller within.” The 193-room boutique hotel is the first of its kind in the award-winning, picturesque community, immersing guests in a scene and story of their own making through spaces, amenities, and experiences designed to inspire creativity and collaboration. Central to every story at Trilith Guesthouse is the street-level Prologue Dining & Drinks and rooftop Oliver’s T...
Mexico’s Baja California Peninsula Welcomes 10-Key Boutique Property, Todos Santos Boutique Hotel
Todos Santos Boutique Hotel | January 26, 2024
Set within a masterfully renovated historic estate, Todos Santos Boutique Hotel Brings Elevated Luxury to the Baja Peninsula’s first “Pueblo Magico” Todos Santos, MX (January 26, 2024) - Nestled within the hidden oasis of Mexico’s Baja Peninsula an hour north of Cabo, lies Todos Santos Boutique Hotel, set within a masterfully renovated historic estate previously owned by a Spanish countess. Originally constructed as a heritage landmark in 1890, the 10-key boutique property has been brought back to its former glory, carefully preserving its iconic historic charm. Todos Santos Boutique Hotel honored the captivating architecture indica...
Union Market Hotel, Washington, DC Relaunches Under the Management of TPG Hotels & Resorts
Union Market Hotel | January 26, 2024
The boutique hotel reintroduces itself with a new name and rooftop restaurant, offering modern comforts while embracing its roots in the capital city (WASHINGTON, D.C. – January 26, 2024) – Union Market Hotel, Washington, DC, located in one of the capital city’s most vibrant neighborhoods, traces its roots all the way back to the 1930s, when it housed the historic Bolgiano Seed Company. What was once a thriving seed factory has been completely transformed into an extraordinary 106-room boutique hotel, situated in the heart of Union Market District's bustling culinary and cultural community. The property is ushering in a new era as it...
Hotel Bardo Savannah Set to Open in February Following Transformation
LEFT LANE | January 10, 2024
Savannah, GA (January 10, 2024) — Hotel Bardo will serve as the Southeast’s newest jewel when it opens in February 2024. The highly anticipated adaptive reuse project transforms a 19th century Southern Gothic structure sitting at the heart of Savannah’s Forsyth Park into Hotel Bardo Savannah—a timeless urban resort and private club focused on creating community and connection. A new urban resort concept from New York City-based real estate development and hospitality firm, LEFT LANE, which specializes in the transformation of historic properties, Hotel Bardo Savannah is a magnetic cultural and social hub built on history, subtle mo...
Rentyl Resorts Partners With New Luxury Hotel Brand to Develop and Manage an Upscale Historic Hotel on Miami Beach
Rentyl Resorts | January 8, 2024
MIAMI BEACH/ORLANDO, Fla. -- Rentyl Resorts proudly announces its collaboration with DaVinci Hospitality Group and Ferrari Group to brand and manage a new, cutting-edge boutique hotel at 2814 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach. This partnership unites Rentyl’s expertise in creating authentic, extraordinary experiences with DaVinci Hospitality’s proven success in developing captivating properties. “We are delighted to work with DaVinci Hospitality Group,” said Nicholas Falcone, CEO of Rentyl Resorts. “This venture aligns perfectly with our goal of providing a unique Miami Beach experience at a vibrant condo hotel.” Set for transformati...
HayMax Capital Opens MOLLIE Aspen in Colorado
MOLLIE Aspen | January 3, 2024
The highly anticipated hotel introduces a new boutique experience rooted in local Aspen lifestyle ASPEN, CO (January 3, 2023) – MOLLIE Aspen created and operated by HayMax Capital, will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony this Friday, December 22, 2023 at 3pm MST in celebration of the highly-anticipated debut of the new property. Local elected officials, community leaders, design and construction collaborators, and other property stakeholders will be in attendance. Located at the corner of Garmsich and Main Streets across from Paepcke Park, the hotel features 68 guestrooms and a distinctive selection of public spaces including: a lobby ret...
Record Numbers at BDNY Reinforce the Growth of the Boutique and Lifestyle Hospitality Industry
BDNY | December 1, 2023
Event brings 15,000 hospitality and design professionals back to NYC NEW YORK, NY (December 1, 2023) — Boutique Design New York (BDNY), the leading trade fair and conference for the boutique hospitality and lifestyle industry, gathered nearly 15,000 designers, architects, brand executives, hoteliers, developers, purchasers, manufacturers, and other professionals at the Javits Center November 12-13 to experience new products, engaging conversations, and strategic networking events. BDNY maintained the momentum from 2022, a testament to the resilience and growth of the boutique and lifestyle hospitality industry. In comparison to 2022, ...
RESET Breaks Ground on Flagship Boutique Hotel Next to California’s Joshua Tree National Park
| November 22, 2023
Hotel, resort, and residential management company, Sightline Hospitality will lead operations for the new 65-room property SAN FRANCISCO, CA; November 21, 2023 – RESET, a new hotel brand, has broken ground on its first property on 180 acres of private desert next to Joshua Tree National Park. This 65-room property will serve as the flagship for the RESET brand co-founded by Ben Uyeda. Sightline Hospitality has signed on as the operator bringing a wealth of boutique lifestyle hotel experience to this dramatic desert project. This project combines state-of-the-art steel frame modular construction, a modern and minimalist approach to design...
Broadwick Soho Opens in the Heart of London’s West End
Broadwick Soho | November 16, 2023
A glorious luxury hotel, created by a group of friends, is now open in the heart of London’s Soho London, 16th November 2023 - As seductive and characterful as its historic location, Broadwick Soho is an independent luxury hotel in the heart of London’s West End that has opened its doors to guests and travelers alike. Broadwick Soho channels the grit, glamour and wild energy of London’s most storied neighborhood into an opulent contemporary 57 room retreat (including nine Suites and one Penthouse), with an offer of impeccable service and quality, under the watchful eye of General Manager, David Monson. Conceived by a group of frie...
Arlo Hotels Celebrates Topping Off of Arlo Washington D.C.
Arlo Hotels | October 18, 2023
The Experience-Driven Brand Will Open Its Seventh Hotel – Its First in Washington, D.C. – in 2024 WASHINGTON, DC (October 18, 2023) – Arlo Hotels, the independent lifestyle hotel brand with properties in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Miami and Chicago, announces the topping off of Arlo Washington D.C., its newest property in Washington, D.C. The 12-story boutique hotel, slated to open in August 2024, will be the brand’s seventh property in the U.S. The hotel is owned by Quadrum Global, an integrated development, investment management and advisory group focused on real estate opportunities. Arlo Washington D.C. will comprise 229,846 squa...
Independent Hotels: Guest Experiences Like No Other
Andrew Benioff | October 13, 2023
By Andrew Benioff According to the legendary Coco Chanel, “In order to be irreplaceable one must always be different.” Unlike the familiar patterns of franchise hotels, independent hotels shine with their distinct threads of individuality and charm. These establishments rise above all others in their unique designs, echoing tales of history, local culture, and visionary themes. Every corner and every wall convey a story, making them a favored choice for travelers seeking more than just a bed for the night. One might walk into such a hotel and instantly notice the difference in architecture and interior design. There's no standa...
Curator Hotel & Resort Collection Welcomes Three New Members in California and Oregon
Curator Hotel & Resort Collection | October 10, 2023
BETHESDA, Md.--October 10, 2023--Curator Hotel & Resort Collection (“Curator”), a distinct collection of unique and experiential hotels and resorts, today announced the addition of three new members: Bernardus Lodge & Spa nestled in the enchanting Carmel Valley, California, The Pierside Santa Monica centered in the heart of the vibrant culture of iconic Santa Monica, California, and Salishan Coastal Lodge by SCP Hotels, located on the central Oregon Coast near beautiful Siletz Bay. These three remarkable properties celebrate nature, adventure, health, wellness, and the finest local cuisine, making them the perfect choice ...
21 Carpenter, a Heritage Boutique Hotel, Is Slated for Late Q4 2023 Opening in Singapore
21 Carpenter | October 10, 2023
Singapore, 10 October 2023: 21 Carpenter, a heritage boutique hotel, is slated to open its doors in late Q4 2023. Nestled between the vibrant nightlife of Clarke Quay and the old-world charm of Chinatown, this centrally-located property is developed by conservation specialists 8M Real Estate. 21 Carpenter has been brought to life through collaborative efforts involving local and international partners, renowned for their contributions to design, art, and dining. Notably, the hotel showcases the architectural expertise of the award-winning firm WOHA in restoring the historic building. The hotel also proudly holds the distinction of being a m...
Charlestowne Hotels to Manage The H Hotel in Midland, Michigan
Charlestowne Hotels | October 2, 2023
Charleston, SC – October 2, 2023 – Charlestowne Hotels, a leading hospitality management company, today announces its continued expansion in the Midwest with the management takeover of The H Hotel in Midland, Michigan—its first property in the state and seventh in the region. As The H Hotel transitions from a Dolce by Wyndham to an independent property, Charlestowne’s specialized expertise in managing lifestyle hotels will ensure The H Hotel maintains its exemplary service and commitment to excellence while remaining a point of pride within Michigan’s Great Lakes Bay Region. The 139-room award-winning hotel, which has been a A...
The Annual Gathering for Boutique Hotel Owners Scheduled to Meet in October
BLLA | September 27, 2023
Charting the Future: Global Boutique Hospitality Industry Convenes to Strategize New Era of Hotel Ownership Los Angeles, CA - September 27, 2023 - The Boutique Lifestyle Lodging Association (BLLA) proudly presents the 12th iteration of the esteemed Boutique Hotel Owners Conference, slated for October 10-11, 2023. This year, the Westlake Village Inn in Los Angeles will play host to a transformative retreat-style experience, captivating attendees from start to finish. The Boutique Hotel Owners Conference, brought to you by the official global association founded in 2009, serves not only as a cornerstone for independent, boutique hotels an...
Zelda Dearest Coming to Asheville’s South Slope Neighborhood in October
Lark Hotels | August 24, 2023
ZELDA DEAREST, A DELIGHTFUL BOUTIQUE HOTEL MUSED BY THE LIFE AND LOVES OF ZELDA FITZGERALD, OPENS ON OCTOBER 8, 2023 IN ASHEVILLE, NC Zelda Dearest Will Welcome Hotel Guests to Three Beautifully Restored Mansions In Asheville’s South Slope Neighborhood This October Asheville, North Carolina (August 24, 2023) — With the same adoring and stylish hospitality that Zelda Fitzgerald was once so fond of, Asheville’s newest boutique hotel, Zelda Dearest, will open its doors on October 8, 2023, inviting guests to step into a delicate moment in time and fall madly in love with Asheville. Remembered by many as a dramatic and spontaneous debu...
New Boutique Hotel Colima 71 Opens in Mexico City’s Colonia Roma Norte District
Colima 71 | August 24, 2023
Renowned Mexican architect Alberto Kalach designed the 16-room hotel, which celebrates Mexico’s acclaimed architecture, gastronomy and art MEXICO CITY (August 24, 2023) – Colima 71 debuts, welcoming guests to its entirely new hotel experience steeped in Mexico City’s distinct creative spirit. Located on Colima Street in the bohemian-chic district of Colonia Roma Norte, the boutique hotel offers residentially-inspired living set against a backdrop of Mexico City’s unique architecture, vibrant community of artisans, and world-renowned gastronomy. Colima 71 artfully balances modern design and amenities with authentic Mexican hospita...
