Hotel Industry News • Hotel Designs

exterior render of coast location and glass facade of Mondrian Gold Coast

News / 11.12.2024

Mondrian prepares for its Australian debut

Mondrian prepares for its Australian debut Marking the brand’s first foray into Australia, the 2025 opening of Mondrian Gold Coast is set to ignite...

News / 10.12.2024

Orient Express Corinthian – sails unfurled and interiors unveiled

By: Pauline Brettell

Orient Express Corinthian – sails unfurled and interiors unveiled Orient Express Corinthian, the first of the two Orient Express yachts, will set sail in...

Waldorf Astoria New York Lexington Avenue Entrance

/ 09.12.2024

Poised to open – the masterful reimagination of Waldorf Astoria New York

By: Pauline Brettell

Poised to open – the masterful reimagination of Waldorf Astoria New York Following a multi-year meticulously and thoughtfully-crafted restoration effort led by renowned architects...

Events / 06.12.2024

The Brit List top 25 Architects of 2024

By: Sophie Harper

The Brit List top 25 Architects of 2024 Leading the way for innovation and progress within the built environment for the hospitality sector, we...

New Appointment / 06.12.2024

New General Manager of Fairmont Windsor Park announced

By: Pauline Brettell

New General Manager of Fairmont Windsor Park announced Fairmont Windsor Park and the Arora Group have announced the appointment of Joanna Barnett as its...

Distant shot of H+A architecture studio's Ritz Carlton desert villa - taken at night

Hotel Design / 06.12.2024

Dune-synched desert hideaways by H+A

By: Meghan Taylor

Dune-synched desert hideaways by H+A Catching up with Dubai-based design studio H+A, Hotel Designs learnt more about its latest project in the heart of the...

Dining car on the Britannic Explorer Belmond sleeper train

5 of the best / 05.12.2024

5 of the best roving hotels

By: Meghan Taylor

5 of the best roving hotels An elegantly curated mix of first class hospitality, technological advancement, and travel heritage, in this episode of Hotel Designs'...

News / 05.12.2024

Sneak peek: Orient Express La Minerva

By: Pauline Brettell

Sneak peek: Orient Express La Minerva Having just opened for booking, La Minerva will make its debut in the spring as the inaugural hotel...

palm trees and beach at Cheval Blanc Seychelles

Hotel Openings / 04.12.2024

VIP arrivals: hottest hotel openings in December 2024

By: Pauline Brettell

VIP arrivals: hottest hotel openings in December 2024 While the year might be drawing to a close, hotels around the world continue to open...

yellow beanbag chair and orange couch in ruby Stella room set seating

News / 03.12.2024

Ruby Stella: a Dickens-inspired escape in Clerkenwell

By: Pauline Brettell

Ruby Stella: a Dickens-inspired escape in Clerkenwell Ruby Stella Hotel & Bar has opened and claimed its place as the third 'Lean Luxury' Ruby...

open air restaurant and beach at Zel Punta Cana

News / 02.12.2024

Zel arrives in the Dominican Republic

By: Pauline Brettell

Zel arrives in the Dominican Republic Following the brand’s successful launches in Mallorca and Costa Brava, Zel Punta Cana is getting ready to throw...

Missoni and Ritz Carlton Beach pop up collaboration with missoni parasols on the beach

News / 29.11.2024

A Missoni and Ritz-Carlton partnership hits the beachfront in Bali

By: Pauline Brettell

A Missoni and Ritz-Carlton partnership hits the beachfront in Bali Missoni has stylishly unveiled its latest Missoni Resort Club project in collaboration with The...

render of rooftop bar in The Social Club Porto

News / 29.11.2024

New 2025 openings announced for The Social Hub

By: Pauline Brettell

New 2025 openings announced for The Social Hub The Social Hub is preparing to open three new hubs in early 2025 as it continues...

guestroom in Melia La Palma in shades of white and cream with dual aspect sea views

News / 28.11.2024

Refurbed and rebranded – Meliá La Palma opens its doors

By: Pauline Brettell

Refurbed and rebranded – Meliá La Palma opens its doors Situated in La isla Bonita, Meliá La Palma has opened its doors following a...

JaJa bar in the Canopy by Hilton Osaka Umeda

News / 26.11.2024

Canopy by Hilton opens in Japan

By: Pauline Brettell

Canopy by Hilton opens in Japan Hilton has announced the opening of Canopy by Hilton Osaka Umeda, marking the brand’s first Canopy in Asia...

arches leading into The Taj Sawai Man Mahal

Hotel Design / 26.11.2024

The Sawai Man Mahal – reimagining a royal residence

By: Pauline Brettell

The Sawai Man Mahal – reimagining a royal residence Taj’s newest heritage property — the Sawai Man Mahal is an impressive palace-hotel conversion by...

dark walls and back lit seating in Cult Bruges

F&B Design / 25.11.2024

Creating Cult

By: Pauline Brettell

Creating Cult Positioned on the ground floor of Hotel Portinari, dark hues, a play of light and unusual textures define this new Bruges restaurant,...

Raphia wallcovering from the All Naturals Collection by Arte

Surfaces / 22.11.2024

Product watch: All Naturals from Arte

By: Pauline Brettell

Product watch: All Naturals from Arte All Naturals, the latest collection of wallcoverings from Arte, is an homage to the beauty of the natural...

view of façade of Forth Atlanta across swimming pool

Hotel Design / 22.11.2024

A quintessentially southern story

By: Pauline Brettell

A quintessentially southern story America’s South is witnessing a wave of design-forward hotels sprouting up, and a few select design firms are elegantly combining...

Hotel Opening / 21.11.2024

New Motto by Hilton opens its doors for adventure

By: Meghan Taylor

New Motto by Hilton opens its doors for adventure Located in the mountain biking capital of the world, the new Motto by Hilton in...

cgi of Mandarin Oriental Residences Abu Dhabi

News / 20.11.2024

Abu Dhabi’s first-ever Mandarin Oriental Residences announced

By: Pauline Brettell

Abu Dhabi’s first-ever Mandarin Oriental Residences announced Designed by BIG and Lillian Wu and managed by Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, Aldar has announced the...