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New Hotel Openings
Olympia Hotel Management Opens Hyatt House Tallahassee Capitol – University in Florida
HYATT HOUSE | February 17, 2021
Tallahassee, Fla. – February 17, 2021 – Hyatt House Tallahassee Capitol - University and Olympia Hotel Management (OHM) proudly announced today the hotel’s opening in the Florida state capital. The five-story, 80,000 square foot property is comprised of 120 guestrooms, including 77 with full kitchens, a large patio with outdoor bar service, an outdoor pool, a fitness room, and an 846-square-foot meeting space. 6,000 square feet of retail space is situated adjacent to the modern extended-stay hotel. Developed by Mountain Shore Properties (MSP), a Charleston, South Carolina-based developer, and managed by OHM, Hyatt House Tallahassee...
Tharaldson Hospitality Management Opens Residence Inn Grand Rapids Downtown
Tharaldson Hospitality Management | February 17, 2021
Grand Rapids, MI – February 17th, 2021 – Tharaldson Hospitality Management (THM) is pleased to announce the opening of the brand-new Residence Inn Grand Rapids Downtown. This extended-stay Residence Inn, located at 40 Louis Street NW, features 147 all-suite rooms, along with great amenities such as free Wifi, free hot breakfast, an indoor pool, fitness center, business center, on-site laundry, grocery shopping service, and much more. The hotel also features a meeting room available for rent and the Residence Inn MixTM, a complimentary evening social for guests (not currently available during COVID-19 cleanliness protocols). The uniq...
Hotel Equities Opens Holiday Inn Express & Suites in Fort Myers, Florida
Hotel Equities | February 16, 2021
ALPHARETTA, Ga., – February 16, 2021 – Today, Hotel Equities (“HE”) announced the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Myers Airport is officially open. The property’s close proximity to Southwest Florida International Airport will make it a first choice for travelers visiting the region. The hotel is owned by Shivam Soham, LLC. Hotel Equities manages the property. “We are proud to officially open our doors to guests visiting southwest Florida,” said HE’s VP of Operations, Keith Hensley. “With a phenomenal General Manager leading the team, I have complete confidence that our hotel will quickly become a leader in the ...
Virgin Hotels Las Vegas Plans Late March Opening
Virgin Hotels Las Vegas | February 15, 2021
Today, President and CEO of JC Hospitality, owner of Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, Richard “Boz” Bosworth announced that the highly anticipated reimagined and re-conceptualized casino resort, Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, part of the Curio Collection by Hilton™, is scheduled to open on Thursday, March 25th. “It has been a journey, but to finally reach this milestone and confidently announce our opening date would not be possible without our incredible partners and construction team,” said Bosworth. “Today we are not only celebrating the fact that we finally get to welcome back guests to the most exciting resort to open in Las Vegas ...
Kimpton Sylvan Hotel Opens in Atlanta’s Buckhead Neighborhood
THE KIMPTON SYLVAN HOTEL | February 11, 2021
ATLANTA – February 11, 2021 – The highly anticipated Kimpton Sylvan Hotel in Atlanta is now officially open. Tucked away in the elegant neighborhood of Buckhead, The Sylvan Hotel is a 1950s-era adaptive reuse boutique hotel with a mid-century modern design scheme, complimented by a splash of understated sophistication and heartfelt Southern hospitality. The hotel includes 217 guest rooms, a vibrant living room lobby, a refreshing private pool, and over 4,000 square feet of meetings and events space. Aptly inspired by Atlanta’s nickname of “the city in a forest” and the arboreal abundance in the hotel’s own backyard, the nam...
Hyatt Place Fort Worth/TCU Celebrates Official Opening in Texas
HYATT PLACE | February 11, 2021
FORT WORTH, TEXAS – February 11, 2021 – Hyatt Place Fort Worth/TCU announced today its official opening. The six story, 150-room hotel is the first and only hotel to be located right next to the campus of Texas Christian University (TCU). Featuring the Hyatt Place brand’s signature offerings, the new hotel provides 3,500 square feet of meeting and event space and Lot 12, an expansive rooftop bar overlooking the TCU campus, along with two Top Golf Swing Suites. Hyatt Place Fort Worth/TCU has been designed to serve as a destination for guests to refresh, recharge, and reconnect while enjoying the energy and atmosphere of the TCU campus. ...
IHG Opens Holiday Inn Chandigarh Zirakpur in India
IHG | February 11, 2021
IHG® Hotels & Resorts one of the world’s leading hotel companies, opens door to the newest hotel in the tricity – Holiday Inn Chandigarh Zirakpur in association with ABC Sites Pvt Ltd. Featuring 131 keys with scenic city views, the hotel is located on Chandigarh- Ambala highway connecting the city of Chandigarh to all famous landmarks and attractions in the Northern belt. Distanced just 20 minutes away from the Chandigarh International Airport and 25 minutes from the Chandigarh Railway Station, the hotel is an ideal destination for leisure and business travellers alike. Holiday Inn Chandigarh Zirakpur opens to a capacious lobb...
Grupo Lomas and Karisma Hotels & Resorts to Open Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya in June 2021
Karisma Hotels & Resorts | February 10, 2021
MIAMI – February 10, 2021 – Fans of SpongeBob SquarePants, Dora the Explorer, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and PAW Patrol get ready: Karisma Hotels & Resorts is opening Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya in June 2021. Beginning today, travelers can book accommodations at Mexico’s first Nickelodeon Resort, featuring one of the largest water attractions in Mexico and all ocean-front swim-up suites, accommodating families of five, for the ultimate family beach escape. Now, families can enjoy a premium vacation experience themed to Nickelodeon’s most beloved and imagination-expanding worlds, with something for everyone. ...
First JV By NewcrestImage and Canterbury Hotel Group Opens Hyatt House In Beaverton, Oregon
Canterbury Hotel Group | February 10, 2021
February 10, 2021 - Downtown Beaverton, Oregon has a new world-class hotel with the opening tomorrow of a 125-room, 5-floor Hyatt House as the first joint venture between Dallas-based NewcrestImage and Portland-based Canterbury Hotel Group. The property is just seven miles west of downtown Portland. “The opening of this Hyatt House is powerful testimony that hoteliers continue to provide the best of hotel experiences even during challenging travel times,” said Mehul Patel, Chairman and CEO of NewcrestImage. “We’ve created a property that is safe, comfortable, and special -- where travelers can rest easy after a tough day on the...
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis Set for Early Spring 2021 Opening
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis | February 9, 2021
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – February 9, 2021 – Situated on the corner of Memphis, Tenn.’s famed Beale Street and Front Street, the new Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis is slated to open its doors in Spring 2021 as part of the One Beale mixed-used development currently underway. As the first full-service Hyatt hotel in Memphis, the property is anticipated to be the area’s newest social hub for travelers seeking a home base in the heart of the action within the Entertainment District and beyond. Just a 15-minute drive from Memphis International Airport, Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis offers a central location, just steps from the culture...
Canopy by Hilton São Paulo Jardins Opens in South America
Canopy by Hilton | February 5, 2021
SÃO PAULO, Brazil and MCLEAN, Va. - Today Hilton (NYSE:HLT) announced the opening of Canopy by Hilton São Paulo Jardins in Brazil, marking the first Hilton lifestyle brand to launch in South America. True to Canopy by Hilton’s “thoughtfully local” ethos, the new hotel will embrace the robust culture of São Paulo, collaborating with local experts to curate authentic experiences for travelers and locals alike. “As we continue expanding our portfolio in key destinations throughout Latin America, we are thrilled to introduce a new brand in Brazil,” said Jorge Giannattasio, senior vice president and head of operations, Caribbe...
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Tampa RJ Stadium Opens in Tampa, Florida
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson | February 5, 2021
Minneapolis - February 5, 2021 - Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, a leading upper midscale hotel brand, today announced the opening of Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tampa RJ Stadium at 4750 N. Dale Mabry Highway in Tampa, Florida. Convenience meets comfort at this fantastic location providing business, leisure and transient guests with a relaxing respite ahead of their next journey. The hotel offers easy access to U.S. Highway 92 and is just minutes from Tampa International Airport (TPA). Additionally, this welcoming hotel places sports aficionados within five minutes of Raymond James Stadium, host of Super Bowl LV and home of ...
Shaner Hotels Opens SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin in Ohio
Bridge Park | February 5, 2021
DUBLIN, Ohio — February 5, 2021 — Officials of Shaner Hotels, an award winning, international hotel owner, operator and developer, today announced the grand opening of the 145-room SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin located in Bridge Park. Shaner will operate the hotel in a partnership with ownership, Crawford Hoying, a large-scale real estate developer headquartered in Central Ohio. The Springhill Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin provides the freshest hotel choice in Dublin’s Bridge Park, a new development giving an urban feel to this upscale suburb,” said Plato Ghinos, president, Shaner Hotels. “The hotel provides...
WoodSpring Suites Charlotte – University Research Park Now Open in North Carolina
Sandpiper Hospitality | February 3, 2021
Richmond, Va. – Feb. 3, 2021 – Sandpiper Hospitality – a Virginia-based hotel management company whose expertise is in the extended-stay segment of hospitality – is pleased to announce that the new WoodSpring Suites Charlotte – University Research Park is now open in North Carolina. The hotel is owned by Florida’s Liberty Investment Properties, Inc. The hotel is a perfect fit for guests who will be staying for a few weeks or a few months, whether they are working on a project, waiting for a home to be built or relocating to the area. This modern new hotel offers 123 spacious rooms, all featuring a full kitchen with table, a...
JW Marriott Tampa Water Street Opens in Florida
JW Marriott | February 3, 2021
TAMPA, FL — FEBRUARY 3, 2021 — JW Marriott is pleased to announce that its 100th property, JW Marriott Tampa Water Street is now open, bringing a new level of luxury to the Tampa Bay area. Located in the heart of the dynamic Water Street neighborhood, the new property invites discerning guests to take time for themselves, relax, and rediscover a balance in mind and body. A formal grand opening celebration is expected to take place in April 2021. "The first JW Marriott opened in Washington DC in 1984 and was a tribute to my father, J.W., and a celebration of his love of service and hospitality," explains Bill Marriott, Executive Chair...
Pacific Inns Opens La Quinta by Wyndham Santa Rosa Sonoma
La Quinta by Wyndham | February 3, 2021
SANTA ROSA, CALIFORNIA – February 3, 2021 – Everyday travelers in search of a refined but affordable getaway to Sonoma wine country now have an inviting new place to stay thanks to the opening of the newly constructed La Quinta by Wyndham Santa Rosa Sonoma. Situated in a prime location off of Highway 101, just minutes from Santa Rosa’s bustling downtown, the hotel’s opening comes as growing numbers of travelers, in response to the pandemic, seek out top attractions in drive-to destinations closer to home. Owned by StonePark Capital, the 100-room hotel was created with the Sonoma County travel experience in mind. Guests can enjo...
Hyatt Regency Brisbane Opens in Australia Following Rebranding
Hyatt Regency | February 2, 2021
CHICAGO – February 2, 2021 – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today with Salter Brothers the opening of Hyatt Regency Brisbane, the first Hyatt hotel in Brisbane and eighth operating Hyatt hotel in Australia. Located in the heart of the city’s central business district within Queen Street Mall, the 292-room Hyatt Regency Brisbane offers business travelers and leisure guests a relaxing haven complete with an outdoor infinity pool and bar. The hotel, which has been rebranded from an existing hotel and will undergo a refurbishment to enhance the guestrooms, public areas, event spaces and dining venues, is the first project be...
Hyatt Regency Ningbo Hangzhou Bay Opens in China Beside the Famed Hangzhou Bay Bridge
Hyatt Regency | February 2, 2021
CHICAGO – February 2, 2021 – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today the opening of Hyatt Regency Ningbo Hangzhou Bay in Ningbo, China. Beside the Hangzhou Bay Bridge, which is the world’s longest sea-crossing bridge, connecting Ningbo, Shanghai, Hangzhou and Suzhou, the 319-room hotel serves as an energizing hub for the fast developing Ningbo Hangzhou Bay New Area. Ningbo Hangzhou Bay New Area is a business district home to thriving automotive, technology and finance industries. It is also known for its beautiful coastal scenery and fresh seafood. A short drive from the hotel, the National Wetland Park is a world-class b...
Marriott Celebrates Opening of JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai Fengxian
JW Marriott | February 1, 2021
Marriott International, Inc. today announced the highly-anticipated opening of JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai Fengxian, marking the historic 50th Marriott International hotel to open in Shanghai. Located on Hangzhou Bay in the city’s Fengxian seaside district, just an hour’s drive south of metropolitan Shanghai, the new hotel promises to be a sophisticated and luxurious sanctuary designed to let guest’s relax and rediscover a sense of balance in mind and body, as well as a convenient gateway to Shanghai and nearby cities such as Hangzhou and Suzhou. "We are delighted to celebrate the opening of the 50th property in Shanghai, a testamen...
Meyer Jabara Hotels Opens Cambria Fort Lauderdale
Meyer Jabara Hotels | February 1, 2021
Danbury, Conn., — February 1, 2021 — Meyer Jabara Hotels (MJH) announces that the Cambria® Hotel Fort Lauderdale Beach is now open. Owned by Jai and Jessica Motwani, president and CEO of real-estate development group Hotel Motel Inc., the 97-room hotel is located at 2231 N. Ocean Blvd. This is the 55th Cambria in the Choice Hotels International portfolio and the fourth Cambria Hotel managed by Meyer Jabara Hotels. “It’s peak season in Florida and we are thrilled that this property is open and welcoming guests to Fort Lauderdale Beach,” said Meyer Jabara Hotels President Justin Jabara. “The South Florida hospitality market i...
Strand Hospitality Opens a Courtyard by Marriott Pensacola West in Florida
Strand Hospitality | February 1, 2021
Pensacola, FL – February 1, 2021 – Strand Hospitality, today announced the opening of the Courtyard by Marriott Pensacola West, a 124-room hotel, located at 3200 West Nine Mile Road. The new hotel offers guests convenient access to 5 Flags Speedway, the National Naval Aviation Museum, Cypress Lakes Golf Club, Pensacola Beach and serving the Navy Federal Credit Union’s Heritage Oaks Campus. The Courtyard by Marriott Pensacola West features the brand’s latest lobby design, where guests can enjoy an open and modern environment outside of their rooms. As an extension to Courtyard’s inviting public spaces, the newly designed Bistro is...
Aimbridge Hospitality Opens New DoubleTree by Hilton Lubbock University Area
Aimbridge Hospitality | January 28, 2021
PLANO, TX - January 28, 2021 - Aimbridge Hospitality, the leading, global, third-party hotel management company, announces it has opened and is managing the newly built, 140-room DoubleTree by Hilton Lubbock University Area. “Our team is delighted to open our doors to guests and serve the community in this vital area of Lubbock,” said General Manager Matthew Roig. “Lubbock has so much to offer visitors and locals, and our debut, with DoubleTree by Hilton’s signature hospitality, adds to the fabric of this vibrant city.” Rob Smith, Aimbridge Hospitality’s executive vice president of operations-full service and resorts, added:...
Omni Oklahoma City Hotel Opens Its Doors to the Oklahoma City Community
Omni Hotels & Resorts | January 27, 2021
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK (Jan. 27, 2021) – Today, Omni Hotels & Resorts celebrates the grand opening of the highly anticipated Omni Oklahoma City Hotel, a 605-guest room convention center hotel in the heart of Oklahoma City. Executives from Omni held a ribbon cutting alongside Oklahoma City Convention and Visitors Bureau Interim Director Mike Burns, The Honorable Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt, The Honorable Lt. Gov. Matt Pinnell, The Alliance for Economic Development of Oklahoma City President and CEO Cathy O’Connor and Greater Oklahoma City Chamber President and CEO Roy Williams. The 17-story hotel located at 100 West Oklahoma City Bl...
Hilton Expands Indonesia Footprint With Opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Surabaya
PT. Indo Citra Eka Abadi | January 27, 2021
SURABAYA, Indonesia - January 27, 2021 - DoubleTree by Hilton, one of the fastest-growing brands in the Hilton portfolio, today announced the opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Surabaya. The 310-room hotel marks the sixth property in Hilton’s Indonesia portfolio. It is owned by PT. Indo Citra Eka Abadi and managed by Hilton. “As the largest economy in South East Asia, Indonesia plays a key role in Hilton’s regional growth and expansion. We are delighted to welcome our latest addition to the Hilton family in no less than one of the best locations in Surabaya, the second-largest city in Indonesia. With its strategic location in close pr...
