hotel development
Accor Signs With Alphanam Group for New Sofitel Sapa HOTEL & RESIDENCES in Singapore
Accor | November 4, 2024
(November 4, 2024) HANOI, Vietnam – Accor, a global leader in hospitality, is proud to announce the signing of Sofitel Sapa HOTEL & RESIDENCES, a landmark luxury development set to bring Sofitel’s signature French elegance and cultural refinement to the breathtaking highlands of Northern Vietnam. This exciting new project will be a combination of 176 rooms and 436 branded residences. It is expected to open its doors in 2030, marking another milestone in the expansion of Sofitel’s portfolio in Southeast Asia. Perched in the stunning landscapes of Sapa, a region known for its terraced rice fields, mist-covered mountains, and vib...
IHG Signs With BIG CEE for Crowne Plaza Podgorica in Montenegro
IHG Hotels & Resorts | October 31, 2024
31.10.24 (London, UK): IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announces the signing of Crowne Plaza Podgorica – its seventh hotel in Montenegro, and second in the capital city. The converted property, owned by BIG CEE, is set to open by the end of 2024. The 122-key hotel is situated within the Capital Plaza mixed-use development and surrounded by the regional headquarters of several banks and multinational companies including Deloitte, PWC and The World Bank. Other features include residential properties and luxurious commercial, retail and restaurant spaces, making it an ideal destination for loc...
Latin America Hotel Construction Surges, Pipeline Expands Over 10% Annually
Lodging Econometrics | October 31, 2024
Lodging Econometrics’ (LE) Q3 2024 Latin America Construction Pipeline Trend report signals growth for the region’s hospitality industry. The pipeline currently stands at 642 projects and 104,513 rooms, representing robust year-over-year (YoY) increases of 11% in project count and 10% in room count. Digging deeper into the pipeline data, LE’s report highlights several positive indicators. At the close of Q3 2024, Latin America had 269 projects with 47,151 rooms under construction, reflecting a 10% YoY rise in both metrics. Additionally, the number of projects scheduled to start construction within the next 12 months grew to 183 pro...
Blue Diamond Resorts To Unveil Royalton CHIC Barbados in Spring 2026
Blue Diamond Resorts | October 31, 2024
Blue Diamond Resorts, boasting the Caribbean’s most diverse portfolio of all-inclusive brands, is excited to announce its expansion into Barbados with the introduction of Royalton CHIC Barbados, a posh and vibrant adults-only all-inclusive resort set to open in Spring 2026. Located just 30 minutes from Barbados International Airport on the island’s coveted Gold Coast, known for its tranquil Caribbean waters, this exciting new property promises to redefine the island's luxury travel scene by blending the vibrant energy of Barbados with the effervescence and exclusivity of Royalton CHIC Resorts, including the brand’s signature ‘Part...
Developed and Owned by Keystone Group, InterContinental Indianapolis Set To Debut This Winter in Landmark Building
InterContinental Indianapolis | October 31, 2024
INDIANAPOLIS (October 31, 2024) – InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, is thrilled to announce InterContinental Indianapolis will open this winter. Located steps from the iconic Monument Circle and the Indiana State Capitol, the property will redefine hospitality in Indianapolis. As the first luxury hotel to open in nearly two decades, the hotel will feature 170 elegantly appointed guest rooms and suites, complemented by two new dining concepts including the first rooftop bar of its kind for the city, a 24-hour fitness center, 5,000 square feet of event and meeting sp...
Managing Significant Change Through Hotel Projects
Stewart Kiely | October 30, 2024
Ownership and influential stakeholders are entitled to make changes to hotel projects. It’s their dream and foresight that you are delivering. However, deciding to make a significant change in the direction of a project requires a careful, balanced approach to maintain stakeholder alignment and ensure project success. Here’s a quick synopsis of how to navigate such a scenario: 1. Stay calm, think clearly and stay professional Change is part of the project landscape. It’s important to remain calm, professional, and open-minded. As the project director, your attitude will set the tone for the team and stakeholders. 2. Understand...
Perth Airport Partners With Accor To Operate First Hotel Under Pullman Hotels & Resorts Brand
Accor | October 30, 2024
Perth Airport has partnered with Australia’s largest hotel operator, Accor, to operate the first hotel on the airport estate under the Pullman Hotels & Resorts brand. The new state-of-the-art Pullman Perth Airport is slated to open in 2027 and will feature 240 rooms and suites across eight floors, a rooftop restaurant and bar, lobby lounge café, gymnasium, sauna, meeting facilities, and co-working spaces. Dan Sweet, Perth Airport’s Chief Property Officer said Perth Airport has recently announced a $5 billion capital investment program – the largest ever private infrastructure development in Perth – which will deliver new termin...
IHG Signs With Plaipol to Develop InterContinental Phang-Nga Bay Resort in Thailand
IHG Hotels & Resorts | October 29, 2024
Bangkok, Thailand – 29 October 2024: The growth of IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, continues at pace in Thailand with its latest signing adding to an increasingly-impressive portfolio of luxury resorts. Opening in 2028, InterContinental Phang-Nga Bay Resort will be located in Samet Nangshe – a one-of-a-kind picturesque destination in Phang-Nga. The result of a management agreement between IHG and first-time partner Plaipol Co., Ltd. – a leading gold business owner in Thailand – the 150-key property will be the ideal choice for travellers seeking a relaxing getaway in an idyllic...
