The Pennywell, a Hilton Hotel Opens Its Doors in Downtown St. Louis
The Pennywell St. Louis Downtown, a Hilton Hotel | February 14, 2023
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voco Guadalajara Neruda Opens in Mexico With 104 Guestrooms
IHG | March 23, 2023
voco continues to extend its presence in the Americas region with the opening of voco Guadalajara Neruda in the heart of Mexico’s second-largest city Mexico City, March 23, 2023 – IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies with more than 6,000 destinations and 18 brands, today celebrates the launch of the voco brand in Latin America at the voco Guadalajara Neruda – the first hotel for the emerging brand in Mexico. Launched in 2018, voco hotels maintains the local character and history of an independent hotel while also delivering the quality and reassurance of a respected global brand. The premium b...
Hotel Indigo Vancouver Dtwn – Portland Area Opens in Washington’s Vancouver Waterfront Park
IHG Hotels & Resorts | March 23, 2023
Hotel Indigo, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, has expanded its offering in the northwestern United States with the opening of Hotel Indigo Vancouver Dtwn - Portland Area in Washington’s Vancouver Waterfront Park. The opening follows a year of significant global growth for the lifestyle hotel brand, which is set to expand its footprint to more than 200 open hotels in the next three years. The 138-room Hotel Indigo Vancouver Dtwn - Portland Area, developed by Kirkland Development and managed by MKM Hotels, is set along the curves of the Columbia River on the city’s scenic waterfront, where explorer...
TFE Hotels Opens Adina Apartment Hotel Geneva in Switzerland
Adina Apartment Hotels | March 21, 2023
GENEVA: TFE Hotels’ is continuing to ramp up its presence in Europe with the opening of Adina Apartment Hotel Geneva in Switzerland’s very first international hotel hub. The Adina – TFE’s first hotel in Switzerland - together with precinct neighbours Intercity B&B, and the nearby Marriott, adds around 1000 room keys to the lucrative local market. Like its sister property Adina Munich, which was built in the former industrial area of Werksviertel and opened in late 2021; the 140-key Adina Geneva is part of an urban renewal project in, what has now become, the largest private real-estate investment in Switzerland. Developer Cl...
Le Méridien Melbourne Opening Marks Brand’s Debut in Australia
Le Méridien Melbourne | March 20, 2023
BETHESDA, MD – March 20, 2023 – Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, unveils Le Méridien Melbourne, marking the brand’s debut to Australia. Located on a prime location overlooking Parliament House, Spring Street, and the east of Melbourne, the hotel invites travellers to savour the moment and connect with Melbourne’s famed art, culture, and culinary scene through the brand’s timeless perspective on modern travel. “We are excited to introduce Le Méridien to Australia and bring the brand’s European essence of savouring the good life to global tastemakers...
Margaritaville Beach Resort Ambergris Caye Debuts in Belize
Margaritaville Beach Resort Ambergris Caye | March 17, 2023
AMBERGRIS CAYE, Belize, March 17, 2023 -- This week, Margaritaville Beach Resort Ambergris Caye, Belize officially opened its doors, welcoming guests to experience a world of adventure at the secluded, sustainable, family-friendly hideaway just north of San Pedro and steps away from a stunning beach that's home to the second largest coral reef in the world. The beach resort beckons with unforgettable activities and experiences, spacious accommodations, island-inspired dining options, and more. "We are thrilled to welcome our first guests to Margaritaville Beach Resort Ambergris Caye," said Daniel Lozano, Vice Presi...
Hyatt Regency San Luis Potosí Debuts in Mexico
Hyatt Regency | March 16, 2023
CHICAGO (March 16, 2023) Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today the opening of Hyatt Regency San Luis Potosí, marking the first Hyatt property in the central state of Mexico. The 134-room hotel is a timeless addition to San Luis Potosí, offering seamless and stress-free experiences to business and leisure travelers in the most exclusive area of the city. Hyatt Regency San Luis Potosí is in the Las Lomas neighborhood, which offers a vast array of fine dining and shopping experiences. The hotel neighbors the city’s historic downtown neighborhood, filled with historical sites such as the city’s cathedral, which displays ...
Laïla, Seychelles, a Tribute Portfolio Resort Opens on the Southeastern coast of Mahé
Tribute Portfolio | March 16, 2023
Tribute Portfolio – part of Marriott Bonvoy’s growing collection of characterful, independent hotels, welcomes its latest addition with the opening of laïla, Seychelles, a Tribute Portfolio Resort. Marking the brand’s debut in the Seychelles, the resort offers an oasis perfect for island exploration and revitalization set in the serenity of a natural botanical paradise. Located close to Anse Royal, the photo-ready white sandy beach on the Southeastern coast of Mahé, the Seychelles’ largest island the resort set to showcase the hidden gems of the island for travelers and locals who seek out independent experiences and crave a conne...
Hotel Equities Opens New Courtyard by Marriott Nanaimo in British Columbia
Hotel Equities (HE) | March 16, 2023
EDMONTON, AB, CANADA – March 16, 2023 – Today, Hotel Equities (“HE”) announced the grand opening of the Courtyard by Marriott Nanaimo, a 172-room hotel in downtown Nanaimo, British Columbia. Hotel Equities partnered with Utah-based commercial real estate leader PEG Companies (“PEG”) and Petroglyph Development Group to manage the new hotel. “We are thrilled to have the opportunity to expand our presence in the Canadian market,” said Ryan McRae, VP of Business Development for Hotel Equities. “The Vancouver Island market has been a focus of ours for quite some time and we look forward to having representation in this...
Red Roof Opens Red Roof Inn Jasper, Alabama
Red Roof | March 16, 2023
Jasper, Alabama, March, 16th, 2023 - Red Roof®, the leader in economy lodging, has announced the opening of the Red Roof Inn Jasper, AL. Located just off Interstate 22, Red Roof Inn Jasper, AL is a 58-room hotel that offers free parking, free in-room Wi-Fi, free coffee in the lobby, coin laundry and a seasonal outdoor pool. Red Roof Inn Jasper, AL is a pet friendly hotel. Red Roof Inn Jasper, AL is near a number of area landmarks and destinations, including Downtown Jasper, Walker Baptist Medical Center, Musgrove Country Club and Bevill State Community College - Jasper Campus. The Red Roof Inn Jasper, AL participates in RediReward...
Radisson Hotel Group Opens First Radisson Individuals Hotel in Paris
Radisson Hotel Group | March 15, 2023
Radisson Hotel Group announces the opening of Hotel YAC Paris Clichy, a member of Radisson Individuals, the Group’s first Radisson Individuals property in Paris, located in the leafy suburbs of the city of lights. Following an extensive renovation, the hotel welcomes guests with its magnificent rooftop, lush garden, beautiful patio, as well as renovated guest rooms and an indoor swimming pool, all within a short walk of the Seine and the Clichy Bridge. Hotel YAC Paris Clichy, a member of Radisson Individuals is ideally located in the northwestern suburb of Clichy, one of the most prominent business and corporate hubs in Paris and home t...
St. Regis Hotels & Resorts Debuts in Riviera Maya With Opening of The St. Regis Kanai Resort
Marriott Bonvoy | March 15, 2023
St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott International, today announced the opening of The St. Regis Kanai Resort, Riviera Maya. Descending from the Mayan stars, The St. Regis Kanai Resort, Riviera Maya is a destination-defining oasis that captures the undiscovered glamour of the Mayan Riviera. Inspired by the neighboring 620-acre nature reserve and UNESCO World Heritage Site – the Sian Ka’an Reserve, the resort breathes life and magic into the Kanai region with its avant-garde architecture, inviting interiors, and bespoke service. Owned by Grupo Alhel, the resort is a short drive from both Cancun and Playa Del Carmen and offers a...
Pullman Hotels & Resorts Debuts in Singapore With New Opening on Orchard Road
Pullman Hotels & Resorts | March 14, 2023
SINGAPORE, 14th MARCH 2023 – Pullman Hotels & Resorts, a world-leading premium brand from Accor, has announced the opening of Pullman Singapore Orchard, marking the brand’s debut in one of the world’s most iconic gateway cities. Located on Orchard Road, the famous retail district, this modern and stylish hotel will allow guests to balance business and leisure in this vibrant destination. As the ultimate playground for today’s new entrepreneurs, Pullman Singapore Orchard marries progressive, vibrant design with intuitive and seamless hospitality to inspire minds and energize bodies. Surrounded by major retail malls, leading fash...
Maisons Pariente Plans June 2023 Opening of Le Grand Mazarin in Paris
Maisons Pariente | March 9, 2023
London, March 9, 2023 - A highly anticipated event in Paris: Maisons Pariente announces the opening of its 5-star property in the heart of the Marais, Le Grand Mazarin, on June 15, 2023. Le Grand Mazarin is the latest addition to the Maisons Pariente portfolio of historical, boutique hotels built for the modern traveler. Combining three historical buildings dating back to the 14th century, interior architect Martin Brudnizki restored the landmark property to its original grandeur. Le Grand Mazarin features 50 rooms and 11 suites, a festive restaurant, two bars, an indoor pool with a fitness center, and a hammam right in the heart of Le Ma...
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...
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