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New Hotel Openings
RIU Opens the Riu Jambo, Its Second Hotel in Zanzibar
RIU | June 20, 2022
The hotel Riu Jambo has an unbeatable location in the north of Zanzibar’s largest island, Unguja, on the idyllic Nungwi beach. The 4-star, 24-hour all-inclusive hotel has a total of 461 rooms. The main feature that sets it apart from other RIU hotels is the stilted structure that stretches out from the beach over the sea, where guests will find some of the hotel’s dining services. The new Riu Jambo is right next to the Riu Palace Zanzibar, which was refurbished in 2019 and has luxurious facilities. This new opening enhances the chain’s range of hotels in the destination with an establishment where guests can enjoy a family ho...
Deutsche Hospitality Celebrates Opening of IntercityHotel Amsterdam Airport
Deutsche Hospitality | June 17, 2022
Together with Marianne Schuurmans-Wijdeven, Mayor of Haarlemmermeer and Christian Kaschner, Managing Director of IntercityHotel GmbH, the team of IntercityHotel Amsterdam Airport officially opened the doors for business on 15 June 2022. Next to its sister hotels, the Steigenberger Amsterdam Airport Hotel and the Jaz in the City Amsterdam located at the Ziggo Dome, the IntercityHotel Amsterdam Airport is the third hotel of the umbrella brand Deutsche Hospitality in Amsterdam. Christian Kaschner, Managing Director of IntercityHotel GmbH, says: “Being in the heart of mobility is part of the DNA of IntercityHotel. The IntercityHotel Amsterda...
Red Roof PLUS+ & Suites Opens in Erie, Pennsylvania
June 17, 2022
Columbus, Ohio – June 17, 2022 – Red Roof®, the leader in economy lodging, announced the opening of the Red Roof PLUS+ & Suites, located at 10 West 18th Street in Erie, Pennsylvania. Red Roof PLUS+ & Suites Erie is a 100-room hotel that sits near I-90 just off I-79. The hotel offers free Verified Wi-Fi™ and access to guest coin laundry. Guests are also provided with streaming service in every room, including Netflix, Hulu and Spotify. All rooms also come equipped with flat-screen TV, microwave, and mini-fridge. Red Roof PLUS+ & Suites Erie is a pet-friendly hotel.* The hotel will be having a Ribbon ...
Vesta Hospitality Opens AC Hotel Vancouver Waterfront
AC Hotels by Marriott | June 16, 2022
VANCOUVER, Wash., June 16, 2022 -- AC Hotel Vancouver Waterfront, the first modern hotel in Vancouver's emerging Waterfront neighborhood, opens its doors to guests today, June 15, offering a unique combination of quality, timeless European design and comfort. The new hotel, an AC Hotel by Marriott property, is operated by Vesta Hospitality, a fully integrated hotel development and hospitality management company based in Vancouver. AC Hotel Vancouver Waterfront is ideally positioned between Mount St. Helens, the Columbia River Gorge and the Pacific Coast, while also offering a wealth of cultural and recreational experiences unique to...
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts Expands Into Malaysia With 2024 Opening in Kuala Lumpur
Hilton | June 16, 2022
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia – Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, one of Hilton’s (NYSE: HLT) luxury hotel brands, today announced its expansion into Malaysia with Waldorf Astoria Kuala Lumpur. Scheduled to open in 2024, Waldorf Astoria Kuala Lumpur will be developed and owned by Tradewinds Corporation Berhad and managed by Hilton. It continues the brand’s entry into sought-after destinations such as Sydney, Tokyo, Osaka and Jakarta, and joins an award-winning portfolio of Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts in Asia Pacific in destinations like the Maldives, Bangkok, Beijing and Shanghai. “After many years of shared success,...
Hotel Equities Opens Hyatt Place Columbus/Polaris
Hyatt Place | June 16, 2022
COLUMBUS, Ohio (June 16, 2022) – Today, Hotel Equities (“HE”) announced the Hyatt Place Columbus / Polaris hotel is officially open, expanding the Hyatt Place brand’s footprint in markets that matter most to guests and World of Hyatt members. The new hotel features the Hyatt Place brand’s intuitive design, casual atmosphere and practical amenities, such as free Wi-Fi and 24-hour food offerings. Witness Investments owns and developed the project and Hotel Equities operates the hotel. "We are very excited to open our first Hyatt Place and begin our partnership with Hyatt Hotels,” said Sachin Patel, Principal of Construction...
Choice Expands in Boston Metropolitan Area With Opening of Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville
Cambria Hotels | June 15, 2022
ROCKVILLE, Md., June 15, 2022 -- Cambria Hotels, an upscale brand franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), continues its coast-to-coast expansion with the opening of the Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville. The new 4-story, 163-room hotel underscores the brand's growth across New England, joining the Cambria Hotel Boston, Downtown-South Boston as well as the soon-to-open Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown Old Port, Cambria Hotel Manchester South Windsor and Cambria Hotel New Haven, which are expected to debut this year. Located at 515 Somerville Avenue, the newest Cambria is ideally...
Hyatt Hotels Opens Hyatt Place Montreal Downtown
Hyatt Place | June 14, 2022
CHICAGO (June 14, 2022) – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) is pleased to announce the opening of Hyatt Place Montreal Downtown, Montreal’s first Hyatt Place hotel. The hotel is located near the renowned Village, one of Montreal's most diverse and colorful neighborhoods, and minutes from the Quartier des Spectacles. Hyatt Place Montreal Downtown features intuitive design, a relaxed atmosphere and convenient amenities sought after by business and leisure travelers alike. Montreal's largest metro station, Berri-UQAM, is connected to the hotel, providing easy access to the Palais des Congrès and many other attractions. Acquired in Au...
Xanterra Travel Collection Opens Maswik South Lodge Following $35 Million Reconstruction
Xanterra Travel Collection | June 14, 2022
SOUTH RIM, GRAND CANYON — June 14, 2022 — Travelers headed to Grand Canyon now have a new option for in-park accommodations. After its $35 million reconstruction by Xanterra Travel Collection, Maswik South Lodge is the first new lodging inside the park in over 50-years and is just footsteps away from the Grand Canyon National Park’s South Rim. Booking is available now for stays beginning May 1, 2022. Constructed in 1971, the original 90 rooms have been replaced with 120 new lodging units across four new lodging structures in the same general location. The 4.5-acre property features two types of accommodations: 90 standard rooms and...
Sekisui House Opens The Westin Yokohama in Japan
Westin Hotels & Resorts | June 13, 2022
Westin Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today unveils the latest opening in Japan – The Westin Yokohama. Owned by Sekisui House, Ltd., the 373-room new hotel is set to be the city’s haven of well-being and deliver industry-leading wellness experiences designed to empower guests to be the best version of themselves. "We are thrilled to expand the brand’s footprint in Japan with the opening of The Westin Yokohama,” said Jennifer Connell, Global Brand Leader, Westin Hotels & Resorts and Vice President, Distinctive Premium Brands, Marriott International. “As the globa...
IHG and KJ Hotel Properties Open Atwell Suites Denver Airport – Tower Road
IHG Hotels & Resorts | June 13, 2022
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) and KJ Hotel Properties announce the opening of Atwell Suites Denver Airport - Tower Road. Continuing its introduction as IHG’s newest all-suites brand, Atwell Suites Denver Airport – Tower Road is the second property to open this year following Atwell Suites – Miami Brickell, which opened in March. This is the brand’s first new-construction prototype property and features a two-story lobby and 96 studio suites designed with distinct zones for work and rest. Created to fill a growing need in hospitality, Atwell Suites is thoughtfully designed for guests who want to be inspired on their travels and s...
Pendry Washington DC – The Wharf Set for Fall Opening in the City’s Waterfront Neighborhood
Washington D.C- The Wharf | June 10, 2022
WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 10, 2022) – Located along The Wharf, a mile-long waterfront destination set on the Potomac River and D.C.’s newest landmark, Pendry Washington DC – The Wharf, is now accepting reservations beginning in November. A timeless testament to the nation’s classic style, Pendry Washington DC – The Wharf will feature 131 beautifully appointed guestrooms, three signature dining and bar concepts, including a rooftop lounge with panoramic views, Spa Pendry, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and 7,500 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and event space. “We’re bringing the modern-day hospitality and sophisti...
Radisson Hotel Group Expands Presence in Saudi Arabia With Opening of Mansard Riyadh, A Radisson Collection Hotel
Radisson Hotel Group | June 10, 2022
Mansard Riyadh, A Radisson Collection Hotel is ideally located in the northern neighborhood of Ar Rabi, an area that boasts easy access to shopping centers, cafés, and dining options, and is just a short distance away from the King Abdullah Financial District, located in the heart of Riyadh, which once its open will be a sustainable financial center with a beautiful mix of public spaces, retail, residential and commercial buildings. The architect of the newly built hotel is Remaizan S. Al Remaizan Architectural Consultants and designed by Hirsch Bedner Associates Dubai (HBA). The hotel offers 191 beautifully designed rooms serviced apart...
Hyatt Place Fort Worth/Alliance Town Center Opens in Texas
Hyatt Place | June 9, 2022
CHICAGO (June 9, 2022) – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today the opening of Hyatt Place Fort Worth/Alliance Town Center, expanding the Hyatt Place brand’s footprint globally in markets that matter most to guests and World of Hyatt members. The new hotel features the Hyatt Place brand’s intuitive design, casual atmosphere and practical amenities, such as free Wi-Fi and 24-hour food offerings. The hotel is owned by Moon Hotel Alliance Investment, LLC and is managed by Prism Hotels & Resorts of Dallas, Texas. Because Hyatt’s efforts are grounded in listening and fueled by care, Hyatt Place hotels combine style, i...
Botánika Osa Peninsula, Curio Collection by Hilton, Opens in Costa Rica
Hilton | June 9, 2022
PUERTO JIMÉNEZ, Costa Rica – Botánika Osa Peninsula, Curio Collection by Hilton, a premier eco-resort in Costa Rica's unspoiled South Pacific Coast, is now open. Managed by Aqua-Aston Hospitality, Botánika Osa Peninsula promises to deliver a distinctive resort experience and exclusive access to some of the region’s best sportfishing and eco- and adventure-tourism activities. Located beside two of Costa Rica's most prized natural jewels -- Corcovado National Park and the Pacific Ocean's Golfo Dulce -- Botánika Osa Peninsula is in perfect harmony with nature, set across 21 acres of lush flora and fauna. The resort provides travelers...
The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts Set to Open The Pavilions Rome, The First Musica
The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts | June 9, 2022
9 June 2022: Burgeoning boutique luxury hotel brand, The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts, has announced the opening of The Pavilions Rome, The First Musica from 1 July 2022. Housed in a mid-century building originally designed by architect Mario Docci, and now elegantly renovated by Studio Marincola, the new five-star boutique joins sister hotels The First Arte and the First Dolce to complete a unique tripartite urban resort experience in the Eternal City. Collectively dubbed The First Roma, the three hotels blend la dolce vita with contemporary Roman culture, tantalising the senses through art, gastronomy and wellbeing. Overlooking th...
Radisson Hotel Group Welcomes Its Second Brand to Tunisia With Opening of Radisson Hotel Sfax
Radisson Hotel Group | June 8, 2022
Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the opening of its latest Tunisian hotel offering in the historic city of Sfax. This new opening is part of the Group’s growth and development plan of 2022 to add more than a dozen hotels in Africa and reach just over 100 hotels in operation and under development on the continent. Located within walking distance of the city center and the historic medina, the Radisson Hotel Sfax offers its guests the opportunity to discover the cultural wonders of Sfax, such as the Kasbah Museum set in an ancient fortress, and other equally impressive landmarks with origins dating back to 849 AD. Sfax is the Tu...
New Hyatt Place Virginia Beach/Oceanfront Celebrates Official Opening
Hyatt Hotels Corporation | June 8, 2022
CHICAGO (June 8, 2022) – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today the opening of Hyatt Place Virginia Beach/Oceanfront ahead of the bustling summer season. The new 13 story, 140-room hotel offers business and leisure travelers intuitive design, a casual atmosphere, and practical amenities, such as free Wi-Fi, 24-hour food offerings and a 24-hour fitness center. Hyatt Place Virginia Beach/Oceanfront is located directly on the oceanfront of beautiful Virginia Beach. Guestrooms offer private balconies to enjoy all the views of Virginia Beach including the Boardwalk or Atlantic Avenue, presenting amazing opportunities for dolphi...
The Starling Debuts in Midtown Atlanta as Part of the Curio Collection by Hilton
Curio Collection by Hilton | June 7, 2022
ATLANTA, June 7, 2022 -- The Starling officially debuts today as the latest evolution of Atlanta's Hotel Midtown. This exciting rebrand is brought to life in conjunction with the property joining Curio Collection by Hilton™, a global portfolio of remarkable hotels, each handpicked for its unique character and personality. The Starling marks the brand's second property in the Atlanta area and adds to Hilton's roster of full-service Atlanta properties. Formerly known as the W Atlanta Midtown, the hotel's new identity, under the Curio Collection by Hilton™ brand, pays homage to its home in "the city in the forest" and takes inspir...
Wyndham Opens First Dual-Branded La Quinta and Hawthorn Suites in Pflugerville, Texas
La Quinta by Wyndham | June 7, 2022
AUSTIN, Texas and PARSIPPANY, N.J., June 7, 2022 -- Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) – the world's largest hotel franchising company with over 8,900 hotels across 95+ countries – announced today the opening of the first La Quinta and Hawthorn Suites dual-branded hotel concept in Pflugerville, one of Texas' fastest-growing suburbs. This first-of-its-kind pairing enables owners to reach guests seeking both extended-stay and leisure and business transient accommodations. This dual-brand concept offers thoughtful amenities and friendly service to deliver an exceptional guest experience and value. This new brand pairing has contri...
IHG Hotels & Resorts Opens avid Hotel Tijuana Otay in Mexico
IHG Hotels & Resorts | June 7, 2022
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hotel companies, announces the opening of avid hotel Tijuana Otay. Part of the company’s Essentials Collection, avid hotels is expanding quickly across North America. With its recent 50th opening under its belt, avid hotels gained momentum thanks to a distinct brand promise offering the basics done exceptionally well at a fair price. The hotel is in the Otay area, known for its easy access to main roads and proximity to “Misiones de las Californias” and the “Tijuana International” industrial parks, both points of interest for the business traveler. This 126-room property is a...
Accor’s The Sebel Brand Arrives on the Gold Coast With Opening of The Sebel Twin Towns Coolangatta
The Sebel | June 7, 2022
Accor, the largest hotel operator in Australia, has opened its first The Sebel branded property on the Gold Coast with the opening of The Sebel Twin Towns Coolangatta today. Following an extensive transformation and rebrand of the ocean tower of Mantra Twin Towns Coolangatta, The Sebel Twin Towns Coolangatta sits alongside its sister property Mantra Twin Towns Coolangatta and features 120 elegantly appointed guestrooms across five floors, including a selection of Queen Rooms, Twin Rooms and King Suites. An executive lounge exclusively for The Sebel guests, The Sebel Den, will also launch in the coming months, offering guests a range of e...
Vista Hospitality Group Opens voco Brisbane City Centre
IHG Hotels & Resorts | June 6, 2022
Brisbane’s newest hotel, voco Brisbane City Centre, has officially opened its doors and welcomed its first guests today. As the first hotel opening for Vista Hospitality Group, the recently formed joint venture between Pro-invest Group and Next Story Group, this vibrant, new inner-city hotel is the first voco to open in the riverside city and the second voco for Queensland. In collaboration with IHG Hotels & Resorts, the hotel’s opening promises a refreshingly different service style and all the bold, colourful characteristics of the voco brand. Each of the hotel’s 194 artfully designed premium guestrooms feature an abundance ...
Pillows Maurits at the Park Set for Q4 2022 Opening in Amsterdam
Pillows Hotels | June 6, 2022
In the heart of Amsterdam, a 20th-century monumental building has been given new life as a luxury five-star hotel, following a delicate and meticulous transformation process. Maurits at the Park is the seventh property from Pillows Hotels, the acclaimed hospitality brand known for its refined hotels and restaurants in the Netherlands and Belgium. With 88 luxury rooms and suites, a fine dining restaurant, a brasserie, two bars, a private lounge area, and several meeting spaces, the hotel is set to become Amsterdam’s newest hot spot. A hub for gastronomy, events, and curated experiences drawing inspiration from its beautiful natural surrou...
