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IHG Hotels & Resorts Opens New Holiday Inn Near Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport
IHG Hotels & Resorts | October 6, 2021
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has opened Holiday Inn Paris - CDG Airport in partnership with the HPVA HOTELS group. Holiday Inn is one of the most recognized hotel brands in the world, offering a warm, welcoming, consistent, and affordable experience at all its hotels worldwide. Holiday Inn Paris - CDG Airport is a 10-minute free shuttle ride from Paris Charles de Gaulle International Airport and only a 30-minute train ride to central Paris, making it a great choice for those looking for a warm welcome and a place to rest before or after a flight. The hotel’s 250 modern guest rooms have been d...
La Casa De La Playa Boutique Hotel Plans December 2021 Opening in Riviera Maya
Grupo Xcaret | October 6, 2021
Xcaret, Quintana Roo, Mexico – October 6, 2021 – Following the successful opening of Hotel Xcaret Arte in July, Grupo Xcaret presents its most recent project, La Casa de la Playa – an exclusive luxury boutique hotel offering guests the comforts of home with the contemporary luxuries of a hotel – opening December 13. Nestled deep in the Mayan jungle in one of the most iconic beaches in the world, the new hotel promises to offer a luxury experience like no other in México. With an investment of $85 million, La Casa de la Playa will be home to 63 unique ocean-view suites with personalities of their own. Each accommodation offers ...
The Shay, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel, Debuts in Los Angeles
Destination by Hyatt | October 6, 2021
Culver City, CA – October 6, 2021 – The Shay, a Destination by Hyatt hotel and the brand’s first urban hotel in Southern California, is expected to open in the vibrant Culver City district of Los Angeles this October. The destination-defining property is primed to become a central hub for creative camaraderie. Features will include loft-like accommodations with luxurious amenities, a sprawling campus with inspiring indoor-outdoor spaces to connect and collaborate during meetings, weddings and events, and an array of community partners that will seamlessly blend both guests’ and locals’ experiences. Thoughtful Desi...
Hyatt Centric Brand Debuts in UK With Cambridge Opening
Hyatt Centric | October 5, 2021
CHICAGO, IL – October 5, 2021 – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today the opening of Hyatt Centric Cambridge. The milestone opening marks the debut of the Hyatt Centric brand in the country and the 10th Hyatt hotel in the UK, showcasing Hyatt’s strength and continued growth in the region. Situated just outside the center of Cambridge, renowned for its leafy parks, magnificent architecture, picturesque River Cam and stunning historic center, the 150-guestroom hotel provides the perfect launchpad for adventurous travelers to explore the buzzing city. Located within the new sustainable neighbourhood of Eddington develop...
Linchris Hotel Corporation Opens DoubleTree by Hilton Silver Spring DC North
Linchris Hotel Corporation | October 5, 2021
Silver Spring, MD — October 5, 2021 – There’s a new cookie in town. DoubleTree by Hilton and Linchris Hotel Corporation announced the opening of the DoubleTree by Hilton Silver Spring DC North. Formerly, Sheraton Silver Spring, this hotel will continue to offer guests the exceptional level of service they have enjoyed as part of the Hilton Worldwide portfolio with the added DoubleTree brand benefits of a signature warm chocolate chip cookie upon arrival, and the industry-recognized culture of CARE (Create A Rewarding Experience for our guests) Program. “We’re glad to be part of the Silver Spring community and are excited ...
Hillsboro Beach Resort Opens on South Florida’s Exclusive Hillsboro Mile
Hillsboro Beach Resort | October 5, 2021
Fort Lauderdale, FL – October 5, 2021 – Hillsboro Beach Resort, a luxe, coastal-inspired oasis on Millionaire’s Mile, welcomed its first guests on October 1 in sunny South Florida. Featuring breathtaking views of both the Atlantic Ocean and Intracoastal Waterway, this all-new luxury upscale beachfront resort offers in-demand amenities including an oceanfront pool, a ballroom with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the sea, and a globally inspired restaurant, Roí – the latter of which opens in just a few week. “After much anticipation, we are delighted to introduce guests to our wonderful spot on Hillsboro Mile. This res...
Hyatt Place Beijing Shiyuan Celebrates Opening
Hyatt Place | October 4, 2021
CHICAGO (October 3, 2021) – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that Hyatt Place Beijing Shiyuan 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 hotel features the Hyatt Place brand’s intuitive design, casual atmosphere and practical amenities, such as free Wi-Fi and 24-hour food offerings. Hyatt Place Beijing Shiyuan has been developed by Beijing Horticultural Expo Assets Operation Management Co, Ltd. Because Hyatt’s efforts are grounded in listening and fueled by care, Hyatt Place hotels combine style, innovation...
St. Regis Hotels & Resorts Unveils New Landmark of Luxury in Downtown Dubai
Marriott International | October 4, 2021
St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott International, today announced the opening of The St. Regis Downtown, Dubai. As the newest jewel in an exquisite global portfolio, The St. Regis Downtown, Dubai will feature the celebrated traditions, cherished rituals, and bespoke service born at New York’s finest address of 55th and Fifth, and will seamlessly blend the brand’s storied history and heritage with the vibrancy of the destination. Located along the Dubai Water Canal, The St. Regis Downtown, Dubai is just minutes from the city’s most famed attractions and landmarks. Guests are steps away from the world’s largest shopping...
Centara Debuts in the Middle East With Opening of Centara Mirage Beach Resort Dubai
Centara Hotels & Resorts | October 4, 2021
Bangkok, Thailand – October 4, 2021 – Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, will expand its global collection of world-class resorts with the opening of Centara Mirage Beach Resort Dubai on 14th October 2021, a fantastic new family-friendly destination which is inspired by mythical Thai and Arabian adventures and promises fun-filled, activity-packed stays for all ages. The new resort – a joint venture with world-leading master developer Nakheel, creator of the award-winning Palm Jumeirah and the new Deira Islands waterfront city – will bring a new concept in hospitality to Dubai, in line with the e...
Oakwood Debuts in Japan’s UNESCO World Heritage Destination With Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
Oakwood | October 4, 2021
SINGAPORE – October 4, 2021 – Oakwood today announced the opening of Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto, reinforcing its commitment to double its global portfolio of managed properties by 2025. The brand’s 12th property in Japan also marks Oakwood’s debut in the former Japanese capital, which is home to 17 UNESCO World Heritage sites as well as thousands of temples, shrines and beautiful gardens. Being one of the few international serviced apartments brands in the fabled ancient city, Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto showcases a total of 120 thoughtfully designed rooms and studio apartments with fully-equipped kitchens and laundry facilities in t...
Hilton Launches First DoubleTree by Hilton in Malaysia’s Putrajaya
Hilton | October 4, 2021
KUALA LUMPUR – October 4, 2021 – Hilton (NYSE: HLT), today announced the opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Putrajaya Lakeside, its first DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in Putrajaya. Owned by Indaman Putrajaya Sdn Bhd, the 290-room hotel is managed by Hilton. Paul Hutton, vice president, Operations, South East Asia, said, “The launch of DoubleTree by Hilton Putrajaya Lakeside brings us to our third DoubleTree by Hilton hotel to open in South East Asia in under a year. Joining our portfolio of four DoubleTree by Hilton hotels in Malaysia as the 12th hotel in our operating estate in Malaysia, the launch of the resort during this pe...
The Hotel Group Opens Residence Inn by Marriott Wenatchee in Washington
The Hotel Group | October 1, 2021
Wenatchee, WA — October 1, 2021 — The Hotel Group (THG), a prominent hotel ownership and development company, an affiliate of Hotel Equities (HE), along with Stream Real Estate, announced today the opening of the Residence Inn by Marriott Wenatchee, located in Wenatchee, Washington. As a co-investment project between Stream Real Estate of Seattle, owner and developer, and THG, this hotel is the first and only extended stay hotel in the Wenatchee hotel market. The property offers the best in hospitality, including stunning views of the Cascade Mountains while nestled on the banks of Washington’s renowned Columbia River. At the new...
Radisson Collection Hotel, Palazzo Touring Club Milan Opens in Italy
RADISSON COLLECTION | October 1, 2021
Radisson Collection Hotel, Palazzo Touring Club Milan is the first property of the Group’s Radisson Collection brand in Milan, a collection of iconic properties in unique locations with immediate access to the local culture offering a premium lifestyle level of service and quality. While the character of each Radisson Collection hotel feels authentic to its location, each Radisson Collection offers the ultimate template for contemporary living – united by bespoke design and exceptional experiences across dining, fitness, wellness and sustainability, in properties of architectural excellence with extraordinary character. “...
Hyatt Place Jingdexhen Taoxichuan Opens in Downtown Jingdezhen, China
HYATT PLACE JINGDEZHEN TAOXICHUAN LEADERSHIP | October 1, 2021
CHICAGO – October 1, 2021 – Hyatt Hotels Corporation today announced that Hyatt Place Jingdezhen Taoxichuan 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 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 has been developed by Jingdezhen Ceramic Culture Tourism Group. 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...
Raffles The Palm Dubai Opens as Raffles First Resort in the Middle East
Raffles The Palm Dubai | October 1, 2021
Dubai – October 1, 2021 – Raffles The Palm Dubai, the palatial luxury beachfront resort on the Palm Jumeirah’s West Crescent, will officially welcome guests on October 1, 2021. Opening its doors at the beginning of Dubai’s winter vacation season, the landmark property – Raffles’ second in the city, and its first resort in the Middle East – is an opulent and eagerly awaited addition to the city’s lifestyle, dining and hotel scene. Representing the very best of the iconic Raffles brand, the destination resort will offer sophisticated accommodations, spectacular dining experiences and lavish amenities, including a stunning 1,...
The 129-Room AC Hotel by Marriott Punta Cana Opens in the Dominican Republic
AC Hotels by Marriott | September 27, 2021
PUNTA CANA, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC — September 27, 2021 — AC Hotels by Marriott®, the design-led lifestyle brand part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary brands, announces the opening of the 129-room AC Hotel by Marriott Punta Cana. With open and multifunctional public spaces, guests are invited to experience a hotel in the center of one of the most important tourist and corporate destinations in the Caribbean. "With a picture-perfect location, the first AC Hotel in the Dominican Republic offers visitors elegant and purposefully designed spaces, modern rooms and a refined culinary experience,” said Jeff Tomczek, Vice P...
The Gabriel South Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton, Set for Fall Opening in Miami
The Gabriel South Beach | September 23, 2021
MIAMI, FL - September 23, 2021 - Today The Gabriel South Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton, a new lifestyle hotel on Ocean Drive, announced it will open on Miami Beach this fall. The sprawling property is the sister property to The Gabriel Miami, Curio Collection by Hilton located in downtown Miami. Boasting the greatest linear footage on Miami Beach's most iconic street, this historic property has 132 guest rooms and suites and two pools, including a show-stopping, glass bottom pool on the roof overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The Gabriel South Beach is also home to two destination restaurants, Meet Dalia and Meet Mia, by INK Ent...
Playa Hotels & Resorts Opens Hyatt Ziva Riviera Cancun
Hyatt Ziva | September 23, 2021
CHICAGO – September 23, 2021 – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) and Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V. (NASDAQ: PLYA) today announced the opening of Hyatt Ziva Riviera Cancun, an all-inclusive family-friendly resort. Hyatt Ziva Riviera Cancun is the newest addition to the award-winning Hyatt Ziva portfolio, growing its footprint of effortless, all-inclusive experiences in Mexico. Playa Hotels & Resorts will operate the new resort to deliver a new level of sophistication and service from the heart to the destination’s all-inclusive market. Situated near the world-famous Cancun Hotel Zone, the 438-room Hyatt Ziva Riviera Cancun re...
IHG and SRG Holding Open Staybridge Suites Dubai Financial Centre
IHG Hotels & Resorts | September 23, 2021
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG®) and SRG Holding have opened the third Staybridge Suites hotel in the UAE in the heart of Dubai, on the picturesque Sheikh Zayed Road in the middle of all the city action. This 48-story tower sets a familiar and eye-catching feature to Dubai’s iconic skyline and is located opposite the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), a few steps away from the metro station. The property is surrounded by variety of leisure, dining, shopping and entertainment destinations like City Walk, Coca Cola Arena, La Mer and Dubai Downtown, which includes the city’s most Instagram-able and popular landmarks such as The Du...
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Central Loop Opens on Landmarked Site of Former Chicago & North Western Railway
Hilton Garden Inn | September 23, 2021
CHICAGO – September 23, 2021 – The Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Central Loop (HGI Central Loop) will officially welcome guests beginning Thursday, September 23. Developed by Chicago-based Phoenix Development Partners and operated by Aimbridge Hospitality, Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Central Loop is situated at 245 S. Franklin St., the landmarked site of the former Chicago & North Western Railway. A much-welcomed new development in Chicago, Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Central Loop features 135 guestrooms and suites, a stylish new meeting space, access to the on-site fitness center and Garden Grille & Bar, a contemporary new restaurant w...
Crescent Hotels & Resorts Plans November 2021 Opening of Marriott Owings Mills Metro Centre
Marriott Owings Mills Metro Centre | September 23, 2021
OWINGS MILLS, MD – September 23, 2021 – Marriott Owings Mills Metro Centre and Crescent Hotels & Resorts, a premier hotel management company, are proud to announce the hotel is opening its doors November 2021. Located within a short distance to boutique shopping, world-class dining, and the Owings Mills Metro Station, the hotel is the perfect gateway to the mid-Atlantic. This new property will feature 229 guestrooms and suites, a modern American restaurant “The Tillery”, a full-service Starbucks Cafe, and 15,000 square feet of meeting space. Marriott Owings Mills Metro Centre is a 30-minute drive from downtown Baltimore, and an...
IHG Opens Crowne Plaza Atlanta NE – Norcross
IHG Hotels & Resorts | September 22, 2021
IHG Hotels & Resorts announces the opening of Crowne Plaza Atlanta NE – Norcross. Norcross is a blend of charm and commerce that’s perfectly suited for the “bleisure” traveler, with every attraction and meeting point a mile or less from the hotel. Historic Downtown Norcross features local shops, delicious dining and numerous parks and museums, while the Atlanta Technology Park provides office space for more than 100 innovative companies. And as the state of Georgia has rapidly become a hub for film and television, Norcross is home to three production studios. Owned and operated by Apsilon Hotels, the property is just northeast ...
Alsace LA Opens in Los Angeles’ Historic West Adams Neighborhood
Alsace LA | September 22, 2021
Los Angeles – September 22, 2021 – Alsace LA, a 48-room boutique hotel nestled in the historic West Adams neighborhood of Los Angeles, offers a richly authentic, unbuttoned experience where artistic, free-spirited energy is embodied and interpreted through design. The hotel is anchored around a lush interior courtyard and a secluded in-ground pool retreat embellished with dreamy desert landscaping that adds to the hotel’s oasis-like charm. Central to the hotel's ethos, Alsace LA was envisaged with the West Adams community in mind—seeking to serve locals and business owners as an amenity, partner, and supporter. The diverse and creati...
Hilton Celebrates Opening of Hilton Porto Gaia in Portugal
Hilton Porto Gaia | September 21, 2021
VILA NOVA DE GAIA, Portugal – September 21, 2021 – Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today celebrates the opening of Hilton Porto Gaia, located in Vila Nova de Gaia. The 194-room former port warehouse is the latest addition to the internationally renowned Hilton Hotels & Resorts portfolio, and opens following a franchise agreement with Sabersal — Promoção Turística e Imobiliária, S.A. “It is with great enthusiasm that we open the first Hilton Hotels & Resorts property in northern Portugal,” says Mónica Gonçalves, general manager of Hilton Porto Gaia. “This hotel is a highly anticipated new offering for the Portuguese...
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