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New Hotel Openings
Hyatt Centric Ville-Marie Montréal Celebrates Opening in Canada
Hyatt Centric | March 9, 2023
CHICAGO (March 9, 2023) — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today the first Hyatt Centric hotel in Canada, Hyatt Centric Ville-Marie Montréal, in collaboration with global real estate developer Jesta Group. Centrally located in the heart of Old Montréal, the property boasts 177 modern upscale guestrooms, including five suites, a signature restaurant fusing Québec and British cuisines, a rooftop pool (slated for summer 2023), as well as four fully equipped meeting and event facilities sprawling nearly 5,000 square feet. The hotel provides savvy travelers a launchpad for exploration, offering an opportunity to discover the i...
Hampton by Hilton Expands in Ecuador With Opening of Hampton by Hilton Quito La Carolina Park
Hilton | March 8, 2023
QUITO, Ecuador – Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the opening of Hampton by Hilton Quito La Carolina Park. Located high in the Andean foothills, the new hotel in the heart of Ecuador’s historic capital city features a rooftop garden overlooking Quito with views of the iconic El Panecillo monument and Guagua Pichincha volcano. “The opening of Hampton by Hilton Quito La Carolina Park is an exciting addition to Hilton’s continued growth story in Ecuador,” said Shruti Gandhi Buckley, brand leader, Hampton by Hilton. “Hampton is an unparalleled guest favorite that consistently raises the bar and sets the standard for its catego...
Hôtel Dame des Arts Debuts on Paris’ Left Bank
Hôtel Dame des Arts | March 8, 2023
Vibrant new lifestyle hotel, Hôtel Dame des Arts opens its doors just last month in the beating artistic heart of Saint-Germain on Paris’ Rive Gauche. Just a short walk from global landmark Notre Dame Cathedral, the independent hotel boasts 109 bedrooms and suites, a showstopping Rooftop Bar with 360* views of the seven main attractions of Paris, a beautifully designed restaurant with an adjacent garden courtyard, and a stunning gym. Internationally renowned Paris-based designer Raphael Navot, the 2023 winner of the Maison&Objet ‘Designer of the Year Award’, has spearheaded the interior design of the 1950s building, maste...
Selina Berlin Mitte Opening Marks Brand’s First Hotel in Germany
Selina | March 8, 2023
NEW YORK – March 8, 2023 – Selina Hospitality PLC (“Selina”, NASDAQ: SLNA), the fast-growing lifestyle and experiential hospitality company targeting millennial and Gen Z travelers, has opened recently in the heart of Berlin, the brand’s first hotel in Germany. With a design and guest concept rooted in art and music, Selina Berlin Mitte is a natural addition to the avant-garde, art-centric German capital. Selina currently operates across six continents, complementing other European destinations including the U.K., Portugal, Austria and Greece. The brand intends to open 10-15 hotels in 2023. “At Selina, we're passionate ab...
1 Hotel Hanalei Bay, the Brand’s Flagship Property, Is Now Open
SH Hotels & Resorts | March 7, 2023
KAUAI, HI - March 7, 2023 - 1 Hotels, the mission-driven luxury lifestyle hotel brand founded by hospitality visionary Barry Sternlicht, announces the opening of 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay, its flagship nature-and-wellness-focused island oasis overlooking a storied stretch of Kauai’s North Shore. Guests seeking solace and serenity at this sustainable sanctuary can swim, snorkel, bike, paddle, kayak, soak up the sun and surf off a legendary beach where Native Hawaiians lived in harmony with nature for generations and a laidback surf scene still thrives. The dramatic peaks of the Namolokama and Mamalahoa mountains loom over a verdant valley...
WaterWalk Celebrates Grand Opening of Next-Gen Lodging Concept in Phoenix
WaterWalk | March 7, 2023
WICHITA, Kan. – March 7, 2023 – Lodging industry innovator WaterWalk recently introduced its first-ever next-generation extended-stay property, WaterWalk Phoenix North Happy Valley, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and grand opening celebration on Wednesday, February 22. WaterWalk leadership team members were joined by hotel employees and local representatives from the Greater Phoenix Convention & Visitors Bureau, Phoenix Chamber of Commerce and nonprofit Habitat for Humanity for an exciting evening including a ribbon-cutting, Habitat for Humanity check presentation, champagne toast, Southwest-inspired bites, signature cocktails, li...
Lightstone Opens Moxy Williamsburg in Brooklyn, NY
Moxy Williamsburg | March 7, 2023
Moxy Williamsburg debuts today as the brand’s first hotel in Brooklyn, featuring interiors by BASILE Studio in collaboration with Lightstone Design Studio and four new dining and drinking venues from Bar Lab Hospitality, the creative force behind Broken Shaker. The heart of New York’s creative class, Williamsburg is a fitting location for Lightstone’s growing collection of boundary-pushing Moxy Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands. The new property’s inventive design plays on the neighborhood’s history as a magnet for mavericks, immigrants, and creators, while becoming a new center fo...
IHG Hotels & Resorts Opens Its First Hotel on Dubai’s Iconic Palm Jumeirah
IHG Hotels & Resorts | March 6, 2023
6th March 2023, Dubai, United Arab Emirates: IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies with more than 6,000 hotels, is making waves with the opening of voco Dubai The Palm, a brand-new beachfront hotel situated on the iconic Palm Jumeirah. The 138-room voco Dubai The Palm is located on the picturesque shores of Palm Jumeirah’s West Beach, offering guests direct access to the West Beach Promenade, only a few steps away from the majestic waters of the Arabian Gulf. Visitors looking to soak up the sun can also indulge in the ultimate beach getaway at the hotel’s private beach. The rooftop pool and Medi...
TFE Hotels Opens Vibe Hotel Adelaide in South Australia
Vibe Hotels | March 2, 2023
The launch of the 123-room, design-led Vibe hotel signifies the completion of the Flinders East precinct, more than twenty years in the making by its South Australian developers, GuavaLime and Loucas Zahos Architects. TFE Hotels’ Group Chief Operating Officer, Chris Sedgwick, said he was proud to bring Vibe Hotels’ distinctive style of Australian hospitality to Adelaide and to the Flinders East Precinct. “We are excited to debut our newest Vibe and we’re thrilled that the launch coincides with one of the busiest and most exciting times for the city,” Sedgwick said. “Adelaide shines during their festival season… and it’s prec...
OTO Development Acquires and Opens New AC Hotel by Marriott St. Petersburg Downtown
AC Hotel by Marriott St. Petersburg Downtown | March 1, 2023
PETERSBURG, FL — Tuesday, March 1, 2023 — AC Hotels by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary brands, has opened its newest property in downtown St. Petersburg, Florida, bringing the brand’s “perfectly precise hotel” experience to the heart of the Sunshine City. AC Hotel by Marriott St. Petersburg Downtown checked in the first guests on Tuesday, February 28, welcoming them into a property that’s imbued with sophistication and filled throughout with practical comforts. From commissioned artwork to intuitive technology to thoughtful personal amenities, the hotel is designed to provide everything disc...
Radisson Resort & Spa Hua Hin Opens Its Doors on Thailand’s Gulf Coast
Radisson | February 27, 2023
Radisson Hotel Group is delighted to announce the opening of Radisson Resort & Spa Hua Hin, a beachside retreat that invites travellers to discover the many wonders of Hua Hin. This charming town on Thailand’s gulf coast, which was once the summer retreat of the Thai royal family, has now emerged as a leading leisure destination blessed with a wealth of natural wonders and world-class attractions. Andre de Jong, Area Senior Vice President, South-East Asia & Pacific, said: “Just hours from Bangkok, Hua Hin is easily accessible from both domestic and international airports, making it one of Thailand’s most popular places for l...
Vinpearl Landmark 81 – Autograph Collection Opens in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Autograph Collection® Hotels | February 24, 2023
Situated on the upper floors of Vietnam's highest skyscraper, this iconic 461-meter-high landmark is a proud symbol of modern Vietnam and becomes the inaugural Autograph Collection hotel in the country Ho Chi Minh City – February 24, 2023 – A spectacular landmark on the skyline of Ho Chi Minh City, Vinpearl Landmark 81 – Autograph Collection is a proud symbol of Vietnam's sparkling new era of prosperity and rise to prominence on the world stage. As the country's first Autograph Collection hotel, this new urban icon creates immersive moments that leave a lasting impression. “We are delighted to introduce Vinpearl Landmark 81 ...
Dusit Hotels and Resorts to Open ASAI Kyoto Shijo and Dusit Thani Kyoto in Japan
Dusit International | February 24, 2023
Tokyo, 24 February 2023 – Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, officially marked the debut of Dusit Hotels and Resorts in Japan with an exclusive preview of its upcoming properties – ASAI Kyoto Shijo and Dusit Thani Kyoto – which are set to open in June and September, respectively, bringing Dusit’s unique brand of Thai-inspired gracious hospitality to the country for the first time. Leveraging more than 70 years of experience in operating award-winning hotels and resorts in key destinations worldwide, Dusit Hotels and Resorts’ milestone entries in Japan promise to bring unique...
Red Roof Opens Red Roof Inn Bellflower, CA
Red Roof | February 21, 2023
Bellflower, California, February 21, 2023 - Red Roof®, the leader in economy lodging, has announced the opening of the Red Roof Inn Bellflower, CA. Located just off Interstate 605, Red Roof Inn Bellflower, CA is a 62-room hotel that offers free parking, free in-room Wi-Fi, free coffee in the lobby, a seasonal outdoor pool, coin laundry and a nearby beach. Red Roof Inn Bellflower, CA is a pet friendly hotel. Red Roof Inn Bellflower, CA is near a number of area landmarks and destinations, including The Los Angeles County Fire Museum, Long Beach City Beach, Crystal Casino, El Dorado Nature Center & Park, and Knotts Berry Farm. Th...
Radisson Hotel Group Expands Its Polish Portfolio With New Resort Opening in Ostróda
Radisson Hotel Group | February 21, 2023
Radisson Blu Resort & Conference Center, Ostróda Mazury is nestled on idyllic Lake Drwęca in the charming community of Ostróda, which boasts a large sandy beach as well as a promenade and a marina where guests can enjoy a variety of leisure activities from active water sports to fishing. The 80-kilometer Elbląg Canal leads to Lake Jeziorak, where guests can take a boat trip or sail on one of the historic vessels. The hotel offers easy access to additional iconic attractions in the region, including the 14th century Ostróda Castle where Napoleon Bonaparte resided in 1807. Radisson Blu Resort & Conference Center, Ostróda Mazury...
Embassy Suites by Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort Opens in Virginia Beach
Hilton | February 17, 2023
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. – Embassy Suites by Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort hotel has officially opened, located on the iconic Atlantic Avenue and ideally situated just minutes away from Virginia Beach’s local culinary scene, rich history, arts and entertainment and family-friendly attractions. The hotel is owned by Gold Key|PHR and the Cavalier Resort Virginia Beach. The new Embassy Suites by Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort is the newest addition to the collection of Embassy Suites properties in the country with the ‘Resort’ designation from Hilton, a distinction warranted by the hotel’s first-class caliber, locat...
Canopy by Hilton Celebrates Its Canadian Debut With Opening of Canopy by Hilton Toronto Yorkville
Hilton | February 16, 2023
TORONTO and McLEAN, Va. – Hilton, Easton’s Group of Hotels and The Gupta Group today announced the opening of Canopy by Hilton Toronto Yorkville. Marking the brand’s Canadian debut, this boutique hotel delivers elevated experiences with a local flair in one of Toronto’s most prominent neighbourhoods. "We're excited to open Canada's very first Canopy by Hilton hotel in Toronto. With its premium location, the hotel will bring a unique blend of sophistication, convenience and urban living,” said Reetu Gupta, ambassadress, The Gupta Group and Easton's Group of Hotels. “Nestled between the picturesque Yorkville neighbourhood a...
Insignia Hospitality Group Opens Home2 Suites by Hilton in Hobbs, New Mexico
Insignia Hospitality Group, Inc. | February 16, 2023
Hobbs, NM– February 16, 2023 - Insignia Hospitality Group, Inc. of Midland, Texas today announced the opening of their newest property, the Home2 Suites by Hilton in Hobbs, New Mexico. Designed for travelers who want to maintain their normal routine, the hotel features 99 suites and a range of value, tech-focused and eco-conscious amenities. General Manager Erik Rivera leads the management team for Insignia at the extended-stay property. Located at 825 W. Joe Harvey Boulevard in the center of the Northwest Business District, Home2 Suites by Hilton Hobbs offers guests convenient access to downtown Hobbs, the Zia Park Casino and Racetrack,...
Lafrance Hospitality Opens Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott North Conway
Fairfield by Marriott | February 16, 2023
North Conway, NH | February 16th, 2023 – The 88-room Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott in North Conway, NH situated at the base of Cranmore Mountain Resort opened their doors to the public today. Located at 165 Skimobile Rd, North Conway, NH, the Fairfield by Marriott will operate as a Marriott franchise, managed by Lafrance Hospitality of Westport, MA. “It is so wonderful to be part of the Cranmore Mountain history as someone who has a long relationship with the mountain,” said Richard Lafrance, owner of Lafrance Hospitality. “From learning to ski at an early age, to tubing with my great grandson, our family had spent countle...
Dreams® Flora Resort & Spa Opens in the Dominican Republic
Inclusive Collection, part of World of Hyatt | February 15, 2023
CHICAGO (Feb. 15, 2023) – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of Dreams® Flora Resort & Spa, the newest addition to the Inclusive Collection, part of World of Hyatt – a global portfolio of distinct luxury all-inclusive resort brands. The resort marks the expansion of Inclusive Collection’s presence in the Dominican Republic to 12 total resorts and is the fifth Dreams Resort & Spa in the Caribbean destination. Situated on the palm-studded beach of Cabeza de Toro, Dreams Flora Resort & Spa offers an unforgettable getaway designed for couples and families, conveniently located close to the Punta...
Azul Hospitality Group Opens Dual-Branded Le Méridien and Element Salt Lake City Downtown
Le Méridien and Element Salt Lake City Downtown | February 15, 2023
Element Hotels and Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts – part of Marriott Bonvoy®’s extraordinary portfolio of 30 brands, together with The Ritchie Group and Garn Development, Utah-based commercial real estate development companies, announce the opening of Le Méridien Salt Lake City Downtown and Element Salt Lake City Downtown. The dual-branded property commemorates Element’s milestone 100th global opening and its first in Salt Lake City, complementing its location in Moab, Utah. The property also marks the first Le Méridien in Utah, and the first hotel with an expansive rooftop bar in the market. This first-ever combination ...
IHG Debuts Vignette Collection in the Americas With Opening of Yours Truly DC
IHG Hotels & Resorts | February 14, 2023
Today, IHG Hotels & Resorts celebrates the debut of Vignette Collection in the Americas with the opening of Yours Truly DC. Vignette Collection, the newest brand in IHG’s fast-growing Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio, is a family of distinct luxury hotels connected by a shared vision that travel can benefit local people and places. Nestled within Washington, D.C.’s eclectic Dupont Circle, Yours Truly is a bohemian-inspired haven designed to feel like a warm, welcoming home. Claire Bennett, Global Chief Customer Officer for IHG Hotels & Resorts, commented: “We committed to bring Vignette Collection to the American market a...
Selina Montevideo Launches in the Capital City of Uruguay
Selina Hospitality PLC. | February 14, 2023
NEW YORK Feb. 14, 2023 – Selina Hospitality PLC ("Selina"), (NASDAQ: SLNA), the fast-growing lifestyle and experiential hospitality company targeting millennial and Gen Z travelers, announced the opening of Selina Montevideo in Uruguay. The newly remodeled hotel, located in the heart of Montevideo, the capital city of Uruguay, offers 85 rooms that blend local history and architecture with contemporary design. The hotel pays tribute to the country's strong Art Deco influence with its soft color palette and metal textures, and provides guests with breathtaking views of Rio de la Plata, also known as the “River of Silver”. This is the ...
Virgin Hotels New York City Opens in the City’s NoMad Neighborhood
Virgin Hotels New York City | February 14, 2023
New York, NY (February 14, 2023) – Virgin Hotels New York City has opened its doors to guests beginning February 2023, with an official grand opening in spring 2023. Located at 1227 Broadway, and taking up the entire block between 29th Street and 30th Street, the newest addition to the Virgin Hotels collection sits at the heart of the booming NoMad neighborhood and delivers a vibrant yet sophisticated hospitality experience in one of the world’s most exciting cities. This is the sixth Virgin Hotels in the United States and the seventh in the brand portfolio. With design and architecture spearheaded by MARKZEFF and Stantec, the hotel fea...
