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New Hotel Openings
Cambria Hotel Detroit-Shelby Township Opens in Michigan
Cambria Hotels | January 5, 2021
ROCKVILLE, Md., Jan. 5, 2021 -- Cambria Hotels, an upscale brand franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), continues its rapid expansion across the country with the opening of the Cambria Hotel Detroit-Shelby Township. This marks the brand's fifth new hotel since June, joining properties in Greenville, South Carolina; Madeira Beach, Florida; Ocean City, Maryland; and Sonoma, California. The four-story, 98-room hotel is the brand's second hotel to open in Michigan, joining the Cambria Hotel Traverse City, while the Cambria Hotel Detroit Downtown is expected to open next year. The Cambria Hotel Detroit-Shelby T...
Sunridge Hotel Group Opens 108-Suite Residence Inn by Marriott in La Quinta, California
unridge Hotel Group | January 5, 2021
La Quinta, CA – January 5, 2021 – The 108-suite Residence Inn by Marriott hotel in La Quinta, California opened its doors in December. Located at 79-675 Highway 111, the all-suite property will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned by LQ Hospitality Group, LLC and managed by Sunridge Hotel Group of Mesa, Arizona. General Manager LaShan Pope and Director of Sales Emily Steiding lead the management team at the property for Sunridge Hotel Group. Situated in the Coachella Valley, less than 10 minutes from Old Town, the Residence Inn by Marriott La Quinta offers easy access to over 30 golf courses, Indian Wells Tennis Garden, Joshua Tree N...
Hotel Okura Vladivostok to Open in the Second Half of 2021
Hotel Okura Co., Ltd. and Okura Nikko Hotel Management Co., Ltd. | January 4, 2021
TOKYO--January 4, 2021--Okura Nikko Hotel Management Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Hotel Okura Co., Ltd., has announced it will open the Hotel Okura Vladivostok, the first Japanese-run hotel in the Russian Pacific port city, in the second half of 2021. Okura Nikko Hotel Management Co., Ltd. and Joint Stock Company «Mnogofunkcionalnii Gostinichnii Kompleks «Zolotoi Rog» signed an agreement covering the operation of the new property on December 29, 2020. Hotel Okura Vladivostok will be located near the Golden Bridge, a popular tourist attraction from which visitors can enjoy beautiful views of the Zolotoy Rog, a sheltered horn-shaped bay on...
Janko Hospitality Plans April 2021 Opening of The Forester, A Hyatt Place Hotel, in Lake Forest, Illinois
Janko Hospitality | January 4, 2021
LAKE FOREST, Ill. (January 2021) – Janko Hospitality announced today that The Forester Hotel, a contemporary, chic new hotel located at 200 N. Field Dr. in Conway Business Park, is set to open in April 2021. The first hotel to open in the community since 1929, The Forester Hotel concept is inspired by the city of Lake Forest’s motto “Naturae et Scientiae Amor” which translates to “Love of Science and Nature.” The Forester Hotel will be at a crossroads safeguarding all the comforts of Hyatt, while at the same time blazing new trails with boutique offerings including an upscale bistro + bar and over 4,500 square feet of flexib...
Hotel Equities Opens the Home2 Suites by Hilton-Richmond in Indiana
Hotel Equities | December 31, 2020
Alpharetta, GA – December 31, 2020 – Today, Hotel Equities (HE) announced the opening of the Home2 Suites by Hilton-Richmond, located at 5950 National Road East in Richmond. The 100-room all-suite Hilton hotel is owned and developed by The Witness Group (TWG). Hotel Equities manages the hotel via its mid-west regional office located in Ohio. The new hotel is one of nine Home2 Suites by Hilton-branded properties to join HE’s portfolio. The hotel offers all-suite accommodations with fully equipped kitchens and flexible furniture options, providing guests the ability to customize their suite to their individual style and preference. The...
Hyatt’s UrCove Brand Opens First Five Properties in China
UrCove | December 31, 2020
CHICAGO (December 31, 2020) – Hyatt today announced that UrCove, the new hospitality brand developed under a joint venture between Hyatt and BTG Homeinns Hotel Group affiliates, opened its first five properties – UrCove Shanghai Jing’an, UrCove Shanghai Lujiazui EXPO, UrCove Shanghai Wujiaochang, UrCove Chengdu City Center and UrCove Nanjing South Railway Station. These new additions to Hyatt’s portfolio in these popular destination cities in China aim to better serve the highly mobile travelers in the upper-mid segment, which will contribute to Hyatt’s commitment to further expand its brand footprint and achieve meaningful growth ...
The 308-room Hilton Clark Sun Valley Resort Opens in the Philippines
Hilton Hotels & Resorts | December 31, 2020
CLARK, PHILIPPINES - Hilton, one of the fastest-growing hospitality companies in the world, today announced the opening of the 308-room Hilton Clark Sun Valley Resort. Owned by Donggwang Clark Corporation, the hotel is a short 12-minute drive from Clark International Airport and located close to the city’s main business hubs and entertainment attractions, such as Clark Museum, Aqua Planet and Nayong Pilipino. “We are delighted to welcome Hilton Clark Sun Valley Resort to the Hilton family as our third hotel in the country,” said Paul Hutton, vice president, operations, South East Asia, Hilton. “Hilton is on a promising growth tra...
Tru by Hilton Brand Debuts with the Opening of Tru by Hilton Spokane Valley in Washington State
Tru by Hilton | December 31, 2020
SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash., Dec. 31, 2020 -- Hilton's innovative hotel brand, Tru by Hilton, today announced the opening of its latest hotel and the brand's first location in Washington state, Tru by Hilton Spokane Valley. The 92-room hotel, located at 13509 E. Mansfield Ave., owned by Spokane Valley-based, GL8 Hospitality, LLC and managed by Commonwealth Hotels, LLC, features a revolutionary brand with a cross-generational appeal for travelers looking for a new, affordable hotel experience. "We are incredibly honored to join the Tru by Hilton brand and introduce the brand and its innovative type of lodging to visitors of Spokane Valley," ...
Extended Stay America Opens Newest Location in Melbourne, Florida
Extended Stay America | December 23, 2020
Charlotte, NC, December 23, 2020 — Extended Stay America, Inc. (NASDAQ:STAY), the largest mid-priced extended-stay hotel brand, announced today the opening of the Extended Stay America Melbourne Palm Bay located in Melbourne, Florida. The four-story 124 room property features complimentary Wi-Fi, premium cable, a STAYFIT fitness room, STAYCLEAN laundry room, and our signature spacious STAYPLAY lobby with additional vending options. The rooms include fully equipped kitchens with full-size refrigerators, stovetop, cookware, utensils, and dishes, as well as pillowtop beds, recliners, spacious workspace, and television streaming capabilities...
DKN Hotels Opens SpringHill Suites by Marriott in Carlsbad, California
SpringHill Suites by Marriott | December 23, 2020
Carlsbad, CA – December 23, 2020 –The SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad has officially opened its doors. Located at 3136 Carlsbad Boulevard, the hotel will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned and managed by DKN Hotels of Irvine, California. The 104-suite hotel will feature a rooftop lounge with sweeping ocean views and fire pits. Other hotel amenities include an outdoor swimming pool, a well-equipped fitness center, a complimentary breakfast, business services, complimentary Wi-Fi, and two meeting rooms with a combined 1,156 square-feet of functional space. Situated in the heart of Carlsbad Village and just steps...
Radisson Hotel Group Opens Radisson Collection Hotel, Bamako, Marking Brand Debut in Africa
Radisson Collection | December 22, 2020
Brussels/Bamako - December 22, 2020 - Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the opening of Radisson Collection Hotel, Bamako, the brand’s debut in Africa. Located in Bamako, the capital and largest city of Mali, in one of its most sought-after neighborhoods, ACI 2000, the Radisson Collection Hotel, Bamako is the epitome of convenience, just 20 minutes from Bamako’s Modibo Keita International Airport and in close proximity to the city’s embassies, corporate headquarters, and government precinct. Bamako is a colorful, throbbing metropolis boasting several museums displaying Mali's rich history and culture, such as the National Museum...
Grand Hyatt Jeju in South Korea Debuts as the Largest Hyatt Hotel in Asia Pacific
Hyatt Hotels Corporation | December 21, 2020
CHICAGO (December 21, 2020) – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today the opening of the 1,600-room Grand Hyatt Jeju in South Korea, the largest Hyatt hotel in Asia Pacific. This highly anticipated opening also marks the return of a Hyatt hotel into Jeju Special Autonomous Province, an island on the southern end of the Korean Peninsula renowned for its rich history and cultural traditions. Part of the new Jeju Dream Tower, the island’s iconic twin-tower landmark, Grand Hyatt Jeju embodies the modern Korean lifestyle, offering leisure guests, business travelers and locals an impressive selection of world-class culinary, le...
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre Launches IHG Into East Malaysia
IHG® | December 21, 2020
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®) has launched the first IHG hotel in East Malaysia, Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre. Officially opening on 21 December 2020, this contemporary hotel is in the heart of Sabah’s bustling capital city and offers clean, comfortable and convenient stays, making it the best value stay at the best location. Situated in the heart of the city centre, Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre is a 13-minute drive from Kota Kinabalu International Airport where travellers will enjoy the hotel’s close proximity to attractions such as Kota Kinabalu City Waterfront, Gaya Street Sunday Market, I...
JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa Opens in Australia
JW Marriott | December 21, 2020
DECEMBER 21, 2020 - JW Marriott, part of Marriott International, has announced the opening of JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa, marking the debut of Marriott International's iconic JW Marriott brand in the Pacific region. Located close to the Gold Coast’s gorgeous golden beaches, unspoilt hinterlands and famous family attractions, the resort brings a new level of luxury to the beachside city. For discerning guests, this is a sophisticated sanctuary that lets them kick back, relax and rediscover a sense of balance in body and mind. Travelers who wish to explore the Gold Coast's most popular visitor attractions will find the resort con...
Higashiyama Niseko Village, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve Opens In Japan’s Legendary Winter Wonderland
Higashiyama Niseko Village | December 17, 2020
DECEMBER 17, 2020 — NISEKO, JAPAN — Higashiyama Niseko Village, the newest resort in the prestigious Ritz-Carlton Reserve portfolio, is thrilled to welcome guests to Japan's top winter sports destination of Niseko. Located in the country’s northernmost island of Hokkaido, Higashiyama Niseko Village offers an exceptional escape for guests seeking personal and physical exploration. The resort, owned by YTL Hotels, is a stunning ski-in/ski-out property that interweaves the highest level of personalised service and care with the charm of Japan’s local history, culture and cuisine. Higashiyama Niseko Village is only the fifth Ritz-Carlton ...
New 148-Room Hyatt Place Saltillo Opens in Coahuila, México
Hyatt Place | December 16, 2020
SALTILLO, Coahuila (December 16,2020) – Hyatt Place Saltillo, the first Hyatt Place hotel in Coahuila is officially open, expanding the Hyatt Place brand’s footprint globally in markets that matter most to guests and World of Hyatt members. The new, 148-room hotel offers business and leisure travelers an open, intuitive design, casual atmosphere, and practical amenities, such as free Wi-Fi, 24-hour food offerings and the 24-hour fitness center. Because Hyatt’s efforts are grounded in listening and fueled by care, Hyatt Place hotels combine style, innovation and 24/7 conveniences to create an easy to navigate experience for today’s...
DoubleTree by Hilton Perth Waterfront Debuts in Western Australia
SKS Group | December 16, 2020
PERTH, Australia - Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Perth Waterfront, an 18-story, 229-room newly developed hotel, which is the latest addition to Hilton’s expanding portfolio in Western Australia. DoubleTree by Hilton Perth Waterfront is owned by SKS Group and managed by Hilton. “Opening the spectacular DoubleTree by Hilton Perth Waterfront today is a wonderful way to close out 2020,” said Heidi Kunkel, vice president, operations, Australasia, Hilton. “It represents the brand’s third hotel in Western Australia, which will be joined by new hotels, in Albany in 2021 and Busselton in 2022,...
Wyndham Debuts Super 8 Brand in UAE Alongside Wyndham Dubai Deira
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts | December 15, 2020
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Dec. 15, 2020 -- Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world's largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,000 hotels across 90 countries, today announced its continued expansion across the UAE with the opening of the 290-room upscale Wyndham® Dubai Deira, and the 94-key Super 8® by Wyndham Dubai Deira—its first property in the country under the well-known economy brand. Located in the historic area of Deira, the newly opened hotels are the first in the highly anticipated Deira Enrichment Project and part of a strategic effort by Wyndham to meet travelers' growing demand for accommodations at varying pric...
Hyatt Regency Cape Town Opens in South Africa
Hyatt Regency | December 15, 2020
CHICAGO (December 15, 2020) - Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Cape Town, the first Hyatt-branded property in the “Mother City.” Situated at the foot of the iconic Table Mountain, the 137-room Hyatt Regency Cape Town represents Hyatt’s growing brand presence across Africa. It joins eight existing properties on the continent and is the second Hyatt hotel in South Africa. The Hyatt Regency brand is designed for productivity in mind, delivering seamless experiences addressing the needs of both business and leisure travelers. Services and amenities include a memorable culinary experience,...
Eco-Conscious Element Brand Expands in the Middle East With the Opening of Element Al Jaddaf
Element by Westin | December 15, 2020
Element Hotels, part of Marriott International, today announced the opening of Element Al Jaddaf in one of Dubai’s emerging districts. Element Al Jaddaf presents an eco-friendly concept for guests seeking to maintain a balanced lifestyle while travelling. Inspired by nature and with a bright aesthetic, Element Al Jaddaf features streamlined furnishings in light natural tones with touches of greenery. The hotel’s relaxed and enriching atmosphere together with its ergonomic design, quiet nooks, sun filled spaces, and pet-friendly amenities evoke a feeling of comfort and home. “Element is a recognized industry leader in the longer-s...
Residence Inn by Marriott Debuts in Mexico With the Opening of Residence Inn Merida in Yucatan
Residence Inn by Marriott | December 11, 2020
December 11, 2020 - Marriott International today announces the highly anticipated opening of the first Residence Inn by Marriott in Mexico, located in Merida, Yucatan. With a global footprint of hotels in the United States, Canada, Europe, Middle East and Central America, Residence Inn is the global leader in the longer stays lodging segment. The arrival of the first Residence Inn hotel in Mexico comes at a time when guests are looking for elevated lodging alternatives for extended stays with flexibility and freedom. The economic and industrial development of Merida make it the ideal destination for executives and travelers who are on the ...
Azumi Setoda Set for March 2021 Opening in Japan
Azumi | December 10, 2020
10 December 2020, JAPAN: Adrian Zecha and Japanese hospitality group Naru Developments announce the launch of Azumi Setoda, the first opening of their new brand Azumi. The property will be ready to welcome guests from 1 March 2021. Azumi Setoda is located on Ikuchijima, a small island of about 8,000 people in the Seto Inland Sea. With this debut property, the brand will take the cultural framework of the traditional ryokan and infuse it with a quality offering that appeals to the modern, global traveller. The balance between tradition and innovation is integral to all parts of Azumi; demonstrated through everything from the design, service...
RIU Opens the 800-Room Riu Dubai in the UAE
RIU | December 10, 2020
Palma de Mallorca, 10 December 2020 - The Riu Dubai hotel has just opened its doors, marking a new milestone in the RIU chain’s history and bringing a new concept to hospitality in Dubai, UAE. It is the Spanish chain’s first hotel in the Middle East, and it is the emirate’s first 4-star all-inclusive, beachfront family hotel. The project is the result of a partnership between RIU Hotels & Resorts and world-leading master developer Nakheel, creator of world-famous, innovative developments including The Palm Jumeirah and Dubai’s new coastal city, Deira Islands. In adding this new hotel to RIU’s portfolio, it also adds a n...
Accor Presents New Hotels Opening in Australia and New Zealand in 2021
Accor | December 9, 2020
From the launch of the Mövenpick brand in Australia, to the first internationally recognised five-star hotel to be built in Adelaide in 30 years – Sofitel Adelaide, and two brand new The Sebel properties, 2021 will be a strong year of new hotel openings for Accor in the Pacific. The new openings in 2021 represent a strong investment in tourism for the Pacific region. Accor Pacific CEO, Simon McGrath, said: “With the domestic leisure market growing, Australia and New Zealand are well positioned to capture both domestic travellers and returning international travellers when the borders reopen. The new properties represent the best of A...
