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lounge area in1 Hotel Tokyo with floor to ceiling windows with views over trees and city

News / 23.01.2026

1 Hotel Tokyo – redefining sustainable luxury in Japan’s capital

1 Hotel Tokyo – redefining sustainable luxury in Japan’s capital Slated for March 2026, 1 Hotel Tokyo marks the brand’s highly anticipated debut in...

F&B / 22.01.2026

COTE Vegas – designed with drama, scale and immersion

By: Pauline Brettell

COTE Vegas – designed with drama, scale and immersion New York-based architecture and interior design studio Rockwell Group, has unveiled COTE Vegas, at The...

Rendered image of the facade of the new Six Senses London

News / 22.01.2026

Six Senses London gives us a date and introduces its team

By: Pauline Brettell

Six Senses London gives us a date and introduces its team Six Senses London will officially open on March 1, 2026, marking the brand’s...

Opinion / 21.01.2026

Is this the end of The Line for Saudi Arabia’s Wall City?

By: Sophie Harper

Is this the end of The Line for Saudi Arabia's Wall City? NEOM is known for its ambitious projects, but has The Line proven...

Trends / 21.01.2026

Spa design trends for 2026

By: Guest Author

Spa design trends for 2026 Sparcstudio an independent, creative design studio specialising in spa and wellness design for over 15 years in the spa,...

Zaria-Court-Kigali-Tapestry-Collection-by-Hilton-The-Jaro-Rooftop-Lounge-Outside

News / 20.01.2026

Zaria Court Kigali – urban lifestyle in Rwanda

By: Pauline Brettell

Zaria Court Kigali – urban lifestyle in Rwanda Zaria Court Kigali is now officially open as part of Tapestry Collection by Hilton, marking a...

Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra mallorca-stay-bedroom-sea-view-suite-terrace

News / 19.01.2026

Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra – Mandarin Oriental’s first hotel In Mallorca

By: Pauline Brettell

Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra – Mandarin Oriental’s first hotel In Mallorca Located in Calvià near the elegant Puerto Portals, Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra will...

view from bed onto Philadelphia city skyline in design by 1508 for The Sky Garden, Four Seasons Philadelphia

Hotel Design / 19.01.2026

The Sky Garden, Four Seasons Philadelphia unveiled

By: Pauline Brettell

The Sky Garden, Four Seasons Philadelphia unveiled Award-winning international design firm 1508 London has unveiled its highly anticipated debut hospitality project in the United...

exterior at night Mandarin Oriental Conservatorium, Amsterdam

News / 16.01.2026

Mandarin Oriental moves into Amsterdam with Conservatorium Hotel takeover

By: Pauline Brettell

Mandarin Oriental moves into Amsterdam with Conservatorium Hotel takeover Located in the heart of Amsterdam’s Museum Quarter, the Conservatorium Hotel – recognised since its...

vintage cabinet and a gallery of local art in the hotel lobby of ROOST Rainey

News / 16.01.2026

ROOST Rainey opens in Austin

By: Pauline Brettell

ROOST Rainey opens in Austin Method Co. – the real estate management, development, and design company behind the ROOST Apartment Hotel brand – has...

News / 16.01.2026

IHG appoints top AI leader as part of tech investment strategy

By: Sophie Harper

IHG appoints top AI leader as part of tech investment strategy IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the appointment of Wei Manfredi as Senior...

News / 15.01.2026

Bob W announces third Copenhagen property

By: Pauline Brettell

Bob W announces third Copenhagen property Bob W has signed a long-term lease with Urban Partners (formerly NREP) to operate 143 units within a...

swimming pool surrounded by natural foliage at Six Senses Xala

News / 15.01.2026

Six Senses Xala – advancing a new model for regenerative coastal hospitality

By: Pauline Brettell

Six Senses Xala – advancing a new model for regenerative coastal hospitality Vertical construction is now underway at Six Senses Xala, the landmark hotel...

News / 15.01.2026

Marriott announces changes to leadership and strategic realignment

By: Sophie Harper

Marriott announces changes to leadership and strategic realignment Marriott International has announced the retirement of two long-time leaders and the appointment of three seasoned...

otel lobby with chairs and palm trees in Ritz-Carlton-Key-Biscayne

News / 14.01.2026

The Ritz Carlton Key Biscayne Miami – the return of modern coastal glamour in South Florida

By: Pauline Brettell

The Ritz Carlton Key Biscayne Miami – the return of modern coastal glamour in South Florida The iconic Ritz Carlton Key Biscayne island destination...

starwatching from wooden deck in Mantis Hiddn in Addo from Accor

News / 14.01.2026

The 2026 Accor pipeline – the journey continues

By: Pauline Brettell

The 2026 Accor pipeline – the journey continues From transatlantic journeys to mountain lodges and urban hotspots, Accor has outlined and ambitious pipeline as...

News / 13.01.2026

YOTEL announces 2026 senior leadership promotions

By: Sophie Harper

YOTEL announces 2026 senior leadership promotions YOTEL has announced a number of senior leadership promotions for 2026 as the brand focuses its strategy on...

News / 12.01.2026

Hilton opens three hotels on the Oman coastline

By: Pauline Brettell

Hilton opens three hotels on the Oman coastline Hilton has introduced three hotels – Al Husn Hotel Muscat, Hilton Muscat Al Bandar, and DoubleTree...

News / 12.01.2026

Hotel Designs’ most-read stories of 2025

By: Meghan Taylor

Hotel Designs’ most-read stories of 2025 Look back on Hotel Designs’ most-read stories of 2025 and discover the headlines that shaped the hospitality and...

News / 09.01.2026

Wilde debuts in Austria and Portugal with Stephanie Barba Mendoza designs

By: Meghan Taylor

Wilde debuts in Austria and Portugal with Stephanie Barba Mendoza designs Wilde, the design-led aparthotel brand, is entering 2026 with the opening of two...

Close up of wave artwork on Luminara yacht designed by Tatiana Sheveleva

Industry Opinion / 09.01.2026

CHAPI Design on anti-trends and the rise of sensory intelligence

By: Guest Author

CHAPI Design on anti-trends and the rise of sensory intelligence Written for Hotel Designs by Tatiana Sheveleva, Founder of CHAPI Design, this piece explores...