Hotel Designs Hotel DesignsW® Hotels Worldwide celebrates the opening of W Austin and The Residences at W Austin, the brands 38th hotel globally. Owned and developed by Stratus Properties and the Canyon-Johnson Urban Fund II, W Austin is located in the heart of Austin’s 2nd Street District, connected to a 3,000 person capacity music and performance venue ACL Live at The Moody Theater…
read moreThe much anticipated W Retreat & Spa Bali-Seminyak marks its debut in Indonesia this early 2011, representing another milestone in W’s global expansion into the world’s most exciting and vibrant destinations. Located in Seminyak, the trendy enclave of Bali, W Retreat & Spa Bali-Seminyak is the latest playground on the island which will emanate the destination’s exuberance, where designer boutiques,…
read moreW Hotels Worldwide has recently opened the doors of W Retreat Koh Samui, the first W in Southeast Asia. An all-villa beachfront resort uniquely located at the peak of the north shore of Thailands famed Samui Island, W Koh Samui brings an alluring new dimension to Thailand through its location, forward-looking design, and vibrant contemporary lifestyle. The opening of W…
read moreTravelodge, the UK’s fastest growing budget hotel chain, today announced the imminent recruitment of 140 staff across the country due to its recent acquisition of 52 Innkeeper’s Lodges (the 52 locations are listed in a table below). This acquisition is the UK hotel sector’s largest transaction since 2008 and Travelodge is now recruiting for the below positions nationwide: • 40…
read moreMorocco’s flagging tourism industry has been given a boost following an announcement by the Ramada hotel group of plans to build eight new hotels across the country.The locations of the new properties would in Marrakesh, Rabat, Casablanca and Agadir, and will come as a welcome boost to the country’s tourism economy, which has shrunk to 2007 levels due to the…
read moreLocated in the new multifunctional city quarter Eurovea on the Danube embankment, the Sheraton Bratislava Hotel features 209 guest rooms including 23 suites.The new hotel is indicative of Sheraton’s role as a major driver of Starwood’s growth in EAME, with additional flagship hotels scheduled to open in destinations such as Georgia (Sheraton Batumi, Spring 2010), Greece (Sheraton Rhodes, Spring 2010)…
read moreThe new Starwood hotel, now open, is located at the historic intersection of Hollywood Boulevard and Vine and cost $350m.The opening of W Hollywood Hotel and Residences kicks off another year of international growth for W Hotels, which is on track to more than double its global portfolio by 2011. The multi-million dollar complex was developed by Gatehouse Capital and…
read moreWorldhotels has added 54 new affiliates to its global portfolio, which is an increase of 12 per cent on the number of hotels admitted in the previous year.In line with its ambitious expansion plans, Worldhotels plans to add a further 100 properties worldwide in 2010. The hotel group particularly expanded its portfolio in the UK with the addition of the…
read moreTravelodge the hotel chain is defying the recession by opening 26 new hotels this year. The £115m expansion will create more than 500 new jobs across the company, ranging from managers to cleaners. Travelodge, chief executive officer, Grant Hearn said: “We set about making sure we had a pipeline for growth coming out of the recession because we know that…
read moreOur Habitas and NEOM – three hotels, one journey Sustainable hospitality brand, Our Habitas, will be adding three new properties to its experiences-led portfolio, embarking on an visionary journey with NEOM within the Gulf on Aqaba… Located in Leyja, the latest sustainable tourism destination from NEOM in northwest Saudi Arabia, the three Our Habitas homes will, true to brand, offer…
read moreIn the dynamic world of hospitality design, the intersection of fashion and interior trends continues to captivate designers and guests alike. Fashion brands are increasingly venturing into the realm of hotel design, leveraging their signature aesthetic to create immersive and unique guest experiences offering a glimpse into the future of hotel design. Here, we explore seven fashion brands making waves…
read moreThe benefit of AI and data democratisation for hotels In this third and final article Founder of DataThinkLab, Melanie Rozencwajg, continues her mission to help boutique hotels and chains unlock the potential of their data and navigate the technological landscape to enhance innovative decision-making… Data has long been a cornerstone of business intelligence, with its challenges rooted in locating, cleansing,…
read moreRaffles Hotels & Resorts to debut in Trojena Raffles Trojena is slated to open in 2027, where world-renowned brand and NEOM will reimagine mountainside hospitality at 2,300 metres… Raffles Hotels & Resorts and NEOM have unveiled plans to debut a new resort in Trojena, the year-round mountain destination located in north-western Saudi Arabia. Slated to open in 2027, Raffles Trojena…
read moreRuby Hotels announces first project in Sweden Award-winning German hotel group Ruby has marked its debut in the Scandinavian market by securing its first project in Sweden. The Munich-based hotel brand was founded in 2013 and has seen success in its structure and appeal to young professionals looking for an affordable and contemporary form of luxury hospitality. With the expansion…
read moreB&B HOTELS makes its move into the UK The successful European value-for-money hotel chain, B&B HOTELS, has taken a significant step towards fulfilling its ambitious growth plans in the United Kingdom with the takeover of a hotel located at Heathrow, London. Here’s what we know… Founded in Brest in 1990, B&B HOTELS is one of the most important economic hotel…
read moreHilton partners with Small Luxury Hotels of the World Hilton and Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) has announced an exclusive strategic partnership that will welcome Hilton guests to hundreds of independently minded luxury hotels in some of the most sought-after destinations around the world… The Hilton and Small Luxury Hotels of the World partnership will dramatically expand the…
read moreLXR Hotels & Resorts debuts in Hawaii Ka La’i Waikīkī Beach marks Hilton luxury brand, LXR Hotels & Resorts’ first property in Oahu, redefining luxury hospitality in the heart of Waikīkī Beach… Nestled in the lively centre of Waikīkī, Honolulu, the 462-room hotel launches a new chapter for the prestigious brand with world-class amenities, immersive destination-driven programming and personalised service.…
read moreVIP arrivals: hottest hotels opening in February 2024 Hamish Kilburn, Editor of Hotel Designs, closes his nearly six-year editorship by taking us through the hottest hotel openings that are about to land on the global hotel design scene this February… If this year’s emerging travel trends are anything to go by, then the global hotel development scene is in the…
read moreRaffles Hotels & Resorts debuts in Bahrain Raffles Al Areen Palace Bahrain, Bahrain’s first and only ultra-luxurious all-villa escape, is a captivating palace retreat sheltering 78 private villas and a secret garden… Raffles Hotels & Resorts’ world-renowned service meets the essence of Arabian hospitality with the opening of Raffles Al Areen Palace Bahrain. This enchanting and graceful palace resort is…
read moreSt. Regis & AC Hotels by Marriott at China’s ‘Thousand Island Lake’ The St. Regis Qiandao Lake and AC Hotel by Marriott Qiandao Lake are slated to open in late 2026 in Zhejiang Province, Eastern China. Here’s what we know… Marriott International recently announced it has signed an agreement with Zhejiang Wanhao Wanjia Group to develop two properties in Qiandao…
read moreLXR Hotels & Resorts arrives in South East Asia Perched on the island’s southernmost tip at Ungasan, Umana Bali marks the brand’s first resort in South East Asia, as it joins the exclusive collection of LXR Hotels & Resorts properties… The LXR portfolio is known for bespoke service and one-of-a-kind experiences and at Umana Bali, has drawn from Balinese Tri…
read moreBreaking: here’s where citizenM is opening hotels in 2024 The ‘affordable luxury’ lifestyle brand that we all know and love has announced its expansion plans for the year ahead, which will take its total number of hotels to 36 across Europe, North America and Asia… citizenM, the trailblazing hotel brand that arguably wrote the anti-chapter in traditional concept of hospitality,…
read moreMinor Hotels to make its debut in Paris in 2024 Minor Hotels will launch three new hotels in Paris in 2024 and 2025 under its NH Hotels and NH Collection brands. Here’s what we know.. Minor Hotels, with more than 530 hotels in 56 countries, has announced its debut in Paris with the upcoming addition of three four-star hotels. The…
read moreHere are the landmark Voco hotels arriving between now and 2025 First launched in 2018, voco hotels is one of IHG’s fastest-growing brands with more than 100 properties signed and opened globally and now maintains growth momentum with new signings, recent and forthcoming openings… With recent signings and openings in France, Spain, the UK and Ireland, Austria, Portugal and Belgium,…
read moreVIP arrivals: hottest hotels opening in November 2023 Hamish Kilburn, Editor of Hotel Designs, takes the industry on a worldwide adventure to discover the hottest hotels that will open in November 2023… While November is a time for us on the editorial design at Hotel Designs to celebrate the real influencers of the hotel design industry – with The Brit…
read moreThe key to intelligent integration and control in hotels Vidar Thomassen, Director, Zennio, delves deeper into how the company exploits the power of the KNX standard to enable seamless communication between different systems and devices within a hotel building… In the fast evolving hotel design industry, the implementation of automation systems has brought a revolution in the way we interact…
read moreCenizaro Hotels & Resorts unveils The Residence Douz Serving as a gateway to the Sahara, The Residence Douz is Cenizaro Hotels & Resorts’ first desert resort and the brand’s second opening in Tunisia… Located in southern Tunisia, surrounded by glistening golden sands and swaying palms, The Residence Douz, the newest addition to the Cenizaro Hotels & Resorts portfolio, is preparing…
read moreUrban Cowboy Hotels expands its portfolio west Boutique hotel and lifestyle brand Urban Cowboy, will plant its flag out west with the opening of Urban Cowboy Denver, transforming an ornate Gilded Age 1880s mansion into a destination for design-driven travellers… Co-founded by Lyon Porter and Jersey Banks, Urban Cowboy Hotels began in Williamsburg, Brooklyn and has since added Nashville, Tennessee…
read moreVIP arrivals: hottest hotels opening in October 2023 From bold brand statements to bijoux boutique offerings – writer Pauline Brettell rounds up an eclectic list of the hotel openings on our radar this month… A few of the names on this list, have been teasing us for a while with pipelines and impending openings and it is always exciting to…
read moreEDITION Hotels to debut in Dali Marriott International has recently announced that it has signed an agreement with New Development Group to introduce the EDITION Hotels brand to Dali, a travel destination in Southwestern China, known for its picturesque natural scenery, diverse ethnic culture and vibrant nightlife… Nestled on a hillside halfway up the Cangshan Mountain, The Dali EDITION, which…
read moreInside Moxy Hotels debut hotel in Australia Moxy Hotels, part of the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio, has announced the opening of Moxy Sydney Airport, marking the brand’s debut into Australia to delight the young and young-at-heart… Located in Mascot, a convenient suburb in the Inner-South of Sydney, the new 301-key hotel is 10 minutes from Sydney International Airport via the Moxy…
read moreAC Hotels opens debut hotel in Croatia Situated in the tallest building in Croatia, AC Hotels by Marriott has announced its brand debut in Croatia with the opening of AC Hotel by Marriott Split… AC Hotels Split is housed on the high floors of the 135-metre-high Westgate Tower with spectacular views of the Adriatic Sea and Split’s unique cityscape. Designed…
read moreVIP arrivals: hottest hotels opening in September 2023 Editor Hamish Kilburn digs deep to identify what will be the hottest hotels opening in September 2023. This month’s round-up of hotel openings includes arrivals in Munich, Bhutan, Macau, London, Japan and Sri Lanka… The hottest hotel openings in September 2023 – Hotel Designs‘ VIP arrivals, as we crown them – have…
read moreArchitextural uncovers the power of architectural films in hotels The architectural film collection from Architextural offers an array of possibilities for creating stunning visual impact within hotel interiors. With a vast selection of designs, patterns, textures and finishes available, these films can be used to mimic luxurious materials like wood, stone, or metal, while remaining budget friendly… In the realm…
read moreVIP arrivals: hottest hotels opening in August 2023 From the jungles of the Mexican Caribbean to the reimagining of a brutalist French building, to the perfect stopover for your Californian road trip, this months VIP hotel openings span the globe as well as the design language being used to inspire these new properties… This months rush of hotel openings could…
read moreMeliá Hotels International continues to expand its portfolio in Vietnam Spanish hotel group, Meliá Hotels International, has signed an agreement for a new hotel in Ha Long, the entry point to one of Vietnam’s most stunning tourist destinations, Ha Long Bay, further cementing the group’s position as one of the largest international hotel groups in Vietnam… As part of an…
read moreCase Study: Hypnos contribute to the calm in Zedwell Hotels Zedwell is a lifestyle hotel concept designed for a whole new level of relaxation. Its nature-inspired cocoons have been created, with the assistance of Hypnos mattresses, with the sole purpose of promoting sleep, health and wellbeing… The Zedwell interiors have been designed to create the most optimum conditions for sleep.…
read moreRedesigning a legacy: evolving Beachcomber hotels in Mauritius Editor Hamish Kilburn was in Mauritius to explore how Beachcomber Resorts & Hotels, the island’s first luxury operator that opened its first hotel in 1952, is evolving its look and feel of its hotels without touching its precious legacy and effortless style… Legacy can only take hotels so far in the global…
read moreVIP arrivals: hottest hotels opening in July 2023 From bijoux and boutique, to big and bold in Budapest, this months hotel openings perfectly illustrate the shift in hotel design for more considered and personal spaces that are deeply imbedded in and reflective of, a location. From Mexico City to Margate, writer Pauline Brettell takes a look at a few of…
read moreMoxy Hotels debuts in the arctic playground of Tromsø Moxy Hotels has opened Moxy Tromsø in Northern Norway. Operated by Core Hospitality A/S, the hotel marks the northernmost property in Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio… Tromsø is famed for its beautiful winter landscapes and mesmerising Northern Light displays, with summer adventures benefitting from the midnight sun and 24-hour sunlight. With Moxy…
read moreIn conversation with: James Bermingham, CEO of Virgin Hotels Rob McGibbon sits down with James Bermingham, CEO of Virgin Hotels, to discuss competition, growth strategy, fashion’s role in hotel design and the faint possibility of a Dublin arrival… Virgin Hotels is starting to hit its stride, with eight hotels now open and many more in the pipeline. Leading this expansion…
read moreVIP arrivals: hottest hotels opening in June 2023 Here’s our exclusive editor’s pick of the hottest hotels opening – or re-emerging from renovation – in June 2023. In this round-up, we have selected VIP arrivals from New York, Greece, Italy, Portugal and more… In the wake of a busy show season following Salone del Mobile and Clerkenwell Design Week, June…
read moreRenaissance Hotels to debut in Portugal Renaissance Hotels has debuted in Portugal with the opening of Renaissance Porto Lapa Hotel, located in charming Lapa, one of the most historic, vibrant neighbourhoods in Porto… Perched on the Lapa’s hills, the hotel offers a sleek, sophisticated urban hideaway moments away from the iconic Lapa Church and other city landmarks, such as Casa…
read moreInside SALT of Palmar, Design Hotels’ first hotel in Mauritius SALT of Palmar, designed by architect Jean-François Adam and Camille Walala, has become the latest hotel to join the Design Hotels portfolio of contemporary hospitality jewels… Facing east, in a village nestled between Belle Mare and Trou d’Eau Douce, located on a miniature peninsula between two bays with calm turquoise…
read moreOmni PGA Frisco Resort – marking a new chapter for golf hotels International architecture firm, SB Architects, part of Egis Group, known for creating spaces that capture the history, culture and context of each location, has announced the opening of the new Omni PGA Frisco Resort, a mixed-use development in Frisco, Texas… Nestled alongside the PGA of America Headquarters, Omni…
read moreEditor’s pick: top design-led hotels in Liverpool The eyes (and ears) of the world are on the northwest this week as the city of Liverpool transforms to host the Eurovision Song Contest. Cutting through the noise, Hotel Designs focuses its spotlight on the best design-led hotels in Liverpool… Liverpool may well be the birthplace of many British music icons –…
read moreZannier Hotels to transform and take over Île de Bendor Zannier Hotels has been appointed to manage the redesign of the iconic French private island Île de Bendor, which was first brought to life by pastis pioneer, Paul Ricard, 70 years ago. Much more than a resort project, the 2026 launch will see Zannier Hotels manage and operate the island…
read moreDESIGN POD explores hotels designed with nature Episode 31 of DESIGN POD, the design podcast for all designers and architects, goes off the beaten track. Editor Hamish Kilburn shares a powerful interview with Dereck Joubert, Co-Founder of Great Plains, to understand the emotional relationship between nature and design… For the latest episode of DESIGN POD, sponsored by Geberit, we are…
read moreEditor Hamish Kilburn identifies two innovative and human-centric hospitality initiatives when exploring the economical, social and design benefits from hotels investing in stylish accessible solutions for their guests… Guide to Hotel Design During my teens, in between ‘studying’ at university, I was given unprecedented access into the lives of the British Paralympic Sailing Team. Mainly during, but not always limited…
read moreSircle Hotels – a new lifestyle hotel brand from Sircle Collection Boutique hospitality group Sircle Collection has announced the launch of its newest lifestyle hotel brand, Sircle Hotels, joining the portfolio alongside Sir Hotels, Max Brown Hotels, Park Centraal Hotels, Àterre and private members’ club concept The Cover… Sircle Collection is an innovative brand within the hospitality arena, creating one-of-a-kind…
read moreMarriott signs agreement to open 8 hotels in Saudi Arabia Marriott International inks a landmark agreement with Rua Al Madinah Holding Company to open eight hotels in Saudi Arabia, which will contribute to approximately 4,400 rooms across various brands… The ever-expanding hotel development pipeline in the region of Saudi Arabia is the gift that keeps on giving with a few…
read morevoco hotels celebrates 100 properties signed and opened voco, the emerging IHG Hotels & Resorts’ brand, has reached a significant milestone in just five years of its first-ever hotel opening… Launched in 2018, voco hotels has quickly become the fastest-growing brand within IHG Hotels & Resorts’ Premium collection with properties in 18 countries and new-to-market hotels opening in Japan, Kenya,…
read moreInside Virgin Hotels New York City The latest destination from Sir Richard Branson’s luxury lifestyle hotel brand, Virgin Hotels, brings a fresh hospitality concept to New York City’s NoMad Neighbourhood… There are many synergies between New York City and the Virgin Hotels – quiet, conventional and forgettable are not within their vocabulary. The hotel brand that recently opened a property…
read moreRosewood Hotels aims for new heights in Dallas Rosewood Hotels & Resorts has announced a return to Turtle Creek Dallas with its fifth standalone residential development. Rosewood Residences Turtle Creek, pays tribute to the brand’s birthplace with a design that embraces the destination’s unique history and natural beauty… Turtle Creek, Dallas is where the Rosewood story began. A peaceful, walkable…
read moreIn conversation with: Gaurang Jhunjhnuwala, CEO of Naumi Hotels Naumi Hotels is a family-owned business that has a refreshing approach to hospitality – the design and sustainability-led hotel group is giving the industry a serious shake-up with husband and wife duo Arshiya and Gaurang Jhunjhnuwala leading the way… Having recently opened the doors on the seventh property in its portfolio,…
read moreBrown Hotels unveils the new design-centric Isla Brown Chania Brown Hotels has announced the opening of a second property under its new line of Isla Brown luxury design resorts. Set to open in May, the group continues to expand its five-star offering with the arrival of Isla Brown Chania… Located on the coastline of northern Crete featuring panoramic views that…
read moreAccor & Ennismore to open 28 hotels in Southeast Asia this year Accor and Ennismore will expand their portfolio with a series of new hotels across Southeast Asia in the year ahead. Here are some of our top picks… The opening of Gleneagles Townhouse was the beginning of a new chapter for Ennismore, a landmark hotel that opened two years…
read moreConrad Hotels & Resorts debuts in Morocco Hilton has announced the opening of Conrad Rabat Arzana, marking the first brand entry into Morocco for Conrad Hotels & Resorts, and introducing its trademark modern luxury to the historic city of Rabat… With its modern architecture and pioneering design, the luxurious 120 guestroom hotel will provide guests with a new sense of…
read moreMeliá Hotels steps up its luxury portfolio Spanish hotel brand Meliá Hotels International, placed as the third largest hotel group in Europe, has announced that one in three hotel openings between 2023 and 2026 will be within its luxury portfolio… The luxury brand rooted in Mediterranean heritage and born in Palma de Mallorca in 1956, has announced an ambitious pipeline…
read moreEditor checks in: “hotels in the metaverse and beyond” Headsets on. Hot off the HIX Talks stage, where he and a handful of visionaries explored why hotels are betting on cyberspace, Editor Hamish Kilburn is himself heading into the metaverse to explore how virtual spaces, in theory as well as reality, could work in harmony with physical hospitality and hotel…
read moreWe have come so far from the time when the choice is hotels was Italian or steakhouse. Today, destination restaurants and Michelin star chefs are sheltered inside some of the world’s most premium luxury hotels. But what’s next on the menu for Food and Beverage design in hotels? Alexandre Santamaria, Founder, Aware Hospitality, has a few thoughts… Guide to Hotel…
read moreRuby Hotels to arrive in Scotland Following successful openings in London and Dublin, Edinburgh is next on the list for Ruby Hotels. At the end of 2025, the lean luxury group will open a Ruby hotel with around 300 rooms in the Scottish capital. Here’s what we know… The expansion of the Ruby Group, under the leadership of founder and…
read moreOmni Hotels sets its sights on Arizona Slated to open April 2023, Omni Tempe Hotel at ASU will amplify Tempe’s revitalised downtown area and bring some of the largest conference and meeting space to the city… Located in the heart of downtown Tempe, the newest addition to the Omni Hotels & Resorts portfolio will feature 330 guestrooms, including 11 suites,…
read moreInside The Peninsula Hotels’ debut property in Istanbul The Peninsula Istanbul, the newest addition to The Peninsula Hotels’ portfolio of elegant and luxurious worldwide properties is slated to open in Q1 of 2023 – we take a sneak peak at what to expect… Set along the banks of the scenic Bosphorus in Istanbul’s historic Karaköy district, The Peninsula Istanbul will…
read moreA designer’s guide to boutique hotels in Paris Move over Emily, Hotel Designs is extending its designer umbrella across the channel in the new year with its inaugural MEET UP Paris, taking place on January 19, during Deco Off, at the Arte showroom. Keeping our focus firmly on this foray into the French capital, we have been perusing the Parisian…
read moreIHG Hotels & Resorts partners with Grape Hospitality IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced a five-strong hotel signing agreement across southern Europe with Grape Hospitality… The agreement between the two operators brings with it an 810 room partnership at five properties across Spain, France and Italy. The five properties include voco Madrid Centre Retiro – a market debut for the…
read moreroom2 to open three more net-zero hotels Real estate investor and developer Lamington Group has announced plans to open three new net zero room2 hometels in York, Glasgow and Manchester in 2024, 2025 and 2026 respectively… Emerging over the last year to prove that it is a true pioneer of net-zero hotel design and hospitality, with the opening of room2…
read moreHow the design of Virgin Hotels Edinburgh came to life Nestled in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town and a UNESCO World Heritage site, the first Virgin Hotels property outside the USA, designed by architecture and interior design studio Ica, has recently opened its doors. The Ica team’s heritage know-how, combined with their creative talent and hospitality expertise, led to…
read moreVIP arrivals: hottest hotels opening in September 2022 From luxury brands to barefoot on the beach, this months VIP openings covers it all. The creativity on the design front also spans the spectrum, from the Art Deco inspired grandeur of the restoration project that has culminated in Sommerro in Oslo, to the bold primary colours of Radio Hotel in uptown…
read moreEpisode 20: Energy-positive hotels (Ivaylo Lefterov) In episode 20 of DESIGN POD, Editor Hamish Kilburn catches up with Ivaylo Lefterov, inside the Minotti London showroom, to understand how his plan is coming along to develop the world’s first energy-positive hotel, which sits under a glacier in Norway… Ever since Hotel Designs heard the first whispers of the project – and its ambitious aims –…
read moreListen now: ‘energy-positive hotels’ is the theme for ep. 20 of DESIGN POD Listen up. The latest episode of DESIGN POD has dropped, and in it Editor Hamish Kilburn speaks to Ivaylo Lefterov to understand the challenges and opportunities behind developing the world’s first energy-positive hotel, which will sit under a spectacular glacier in Norway… Episode 20 of DESIGN POD,…
read moreBrown Hotels takes ‘Brown Beach’ to Greece International hotel collection Brown Hotels has announced the opening of two new properties from its new four-star line of resorts: Brown Beach Eretria and Brown Beach Chalkida. The new ‘Brown Beach’ branded resorts are the first to launch under the new sub-brand. Here’s what we know… Known for its quirky, design-driven collection of…
read moreKempinski Hotels makes a move on Mexico Kempinski Hotels is extending its footprint in the North American market through a takeover of a luxurious beach hotel in Cancun, Mexico. With a three month transitional period in the pipeline, this is what we know… White sandy beaches and a crystal-clear ocean await guests in the newest five-star addition to the Kempinski…
read moreVIP arrivals: hottest hotels opening in August 2022 Turning up the heat, Editor Hamish Kilburn explores some of the hottest hotels that will be emerging on the hospitality scene this August – including an anything but standard jewel in Bangkok, first-time arrivals in Doha and Greece and an icon making itself known over in New York… From the balmy climates…
read moreSneak peek: inside Virgin Hotels Glasgow We step inside Virgin Hotels Glasgow, the second Virgin Hotels to launch in the UK, ahead of its official opening slated for December… Situated on the banks of River Clyde, is the newest addition to the Virgin portfolio, Virgin Hotels Glasgow. The hotel was developed by Silk Property Group, which selected Twenty First Architects…
read moreBrown Hotels moves into the luxury market Located on the Gulf of Corinth, with design inspired by Greek mythology, Isla Brown Corinthia is the first of the brand’s new ‘Isla’ collection of design-driven luxury destination resorts… The creative vision of the team at Elastic Architects, Isla Brown Corinthia is the first property from Brown Hotels’ new line of luxury resorts,…
read moreMarriott International to add eight hotels in Vietnam Marriott International has announced a landmark agreement with Vinpearl, as it strengthens its pipeline and presence in Vietnam with the expected addition of more than 2,000 rooms to its existing portfolio… Marriott International has signed a strategic agreement with Vinpearl, Vietnam’s largest hospitality and leisure chain, to convert and develop 2,200 rooms across…
read moreFour Seasons Hotels and Resorts announce plans for hotel in Xi’an Slated to open in 2026, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts have announced plans for the upcoming Four Seasons Hotel Xi’an. Here’s what we know… Four Seasons Hotel Xi’an, a Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts project with Chinese development firm, Spring Garden Company Limited, a subsidiary of Vanzhong Group, will…
read moreBulgari Hotels & Resorts makes a move on the Maldives Bulgari Hotels & Resorts has announced that an agreement has been signed for a new luxury resort in the Maldives. Bulgari Resort Ranfushi, slated to open in 2025, is set to be the 13th gem in the Bulgari Hotels & Resorts collection. Here’s what we know… The Bulgari Resort Ranfushi,…
read moreProduct watch: statement fires for hotels For more than 50 years, FOCUS has been setting new standards when it comes to indoor and outdoor statement fires. We take a look at who hotel case studies that have been taken to the next design level thanks to the brand’s contemporary fireplaces… The Made In France label has enormous cachet around the…
read morePillows Hotels to arrive in central Amsterdam Positioned in the evergreen Oosterpark and sheltered in a historic building that dates back to 1909, the latest project from Pillows Hotels, Pillows Maurits at the Park, is slated to open in Q4 of 2022. The boutique hotel combines timeless elegance and contemporary aesthetics, with gastronomy and events taking centre stage… In the…
read moreStudy Hotels opens on University of Chicago campus Study Hotels continues its expansion into prominent university markets with the official opening of its third property, The Study at University of Chicago. With a British-inspired tavern aesthetic it is set take its signature style to the South Campus… The Study Hotels, falling under the development umbrella of the Hospitality 3 group,…
read moreAC Hotels by Marriott arrives in Australia Designed by DKO Architecture and located in one of Melbourne’s premier events, arts and entertainment precincts, AC Melbourne Southbank will be the design-led lifestyle brand’s debut in Australia… Nestled in the prestigious inner-city enclave of Melbourne’s Southbank, with the Central Business District and South Wharf precinct – Australia’s largest urban renewal project –…
read moreAs Hotel Designs discusses outdoor design solutions for wellbeing and wellness, this month Hyperion Tiles reveals why porcelain garden tiles could provide the best flooring solution underfoot… Guide to Hotel Design Hotel outdoor space should no longer be seen as an afterthought. In fact, these days, this area is ripe for development. Creating a garden retreat in which guests can…
read moreMiniview: Hard Rock Hotels arrives in Budapest Hard Rock Hotel Budapest has opened its doors – with architecture by Hungarian Stúdió 100 Építészeti Kft and interiors by Barcelona-based Lázaro Rosa-Violán Studio, it marks a new chapter for the experiential hospitality brand with its first property in Central Europe… In true Hard Rock style the hotel is located in the centre…
read moreThe Dylan Amsterdam joins The Leading Hotels of the World The Dylan has joined The Leading Hotels of the World, a curated portfolio of luxury hotels united not by what makes them the same, but the details that make them different… Located in the heart of the ‘nine-streets’ shopping area on the prestigious Keizersgracht canal, The Dylan is perfectly located…
read moreLXR Hotels & Resorts set to debut in Abu Dhabi LXR Hotels & Resorts, a collection of independent luxury properties by Hilton, has announced the signing for a breathtaking new resort which includes a signature island golf course on the private Al Nawras Island in Abu Dhabi… LXR Hotels & Resorts is a collection of independent luxury properties within the…
read moreSalt Hotels to open property in iconic Hollywood address Just 35 all-suite keys will sheltered inside The Asher, Salt Hotels’ latest property, which will open in June 2022… Arriving in Hollywood this June, The Aster is conceived to elevate the next generation of private members’ clubs. In addition, though, it will embody the warmth, welcome and sophistication of the world’s…
read moreMeliá Hotels International deepens its footprint in Vietnam With 12 new properties from Tay Ninh to Hai Phong, the Spanish hotel group Meliá Hotels International, is set to become one of the largest international hotel brands in Vietnam through a new collaboration with the country’s largest domestic hotel owner, Vinpearl. Here’s what we know… The global hotel brand Meliá has…
read moreSB Architects completes Pendry Hotels’ first year-round mountain resort The 153-key Pendry Park City, designed by SB Architects and KES Studio, is slated to usher in a new era of hospitality in the heart of Canyons Village at Park City Mountain… Pendry Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of Pendry Park City, the brand’s first year-round mountain resort located…
read moreRadisson Hotels is making its mark in Madagascar Radisson Hotels has announced its entry into Madagascar with the opening of three hotels: Radisson Blu Hotel, Radisson Hotel on the Antananarivo Waterfront and Radisson Serviced Apartments in the city centre… Antananarivo, is also known as ‘Analamanga’ or the ‘City of Thousand’ referring to the thousand soldiers appointed in the 17th century…
read moreWeekly digest: surface (Design Show) reflections & nature-inspired hotels Editor Hamish Kilburn here to bring you up to speed on the latest and hottest hotel design stories. In this week’s digest, I share my thoughts on Surface Design Show 2022, give a nod to the interior designers who gave Hotel Designs some serious lighting inspiration and explore what the first…
read moreRegent Hotels to arrive in Vietnam this spring Regent Phu Quoc, with design inspired by the tropical and tranquil surroundings in which it is set, is on track to combine the brand’s trademark luxury with Vietnamese heritage to create a unique and immersive destination resort… IHG Hotels & Resorts will launch the first resort from its recently acquired, leading luxury…
read moreNordic Hotels to open Sommerro in Oslo this year Before one of Oslo’s most iconic art-deco buildings is restored back to life as new luxury hotel Sommerro, Hotel Designs get a sneak peak into the design that plans to ‘revolutionise’ the city’s hospitality landscape. Pauline Brettell writes… Nordic Hotels & Resorts has announced that it is bringing one of Oslo’s…
read moreHard Rock Hotels to transform the Las Vegas strip Following in the footsteps of the worlds first guitar shaped hotel in Florida, Hard Rock Hotels plans to bring the iconic shape to the Las Vegas skyline with its new development in the city… Hospitality and entertainment company Hard Rock International, has announced its agreement to acquire The Mirage Hotel and…
read moreMoxy Hotels arrives in Manchester Moxy Hotels, Marriott Bonvoy’s experiential hotel brand, has officially opened in Manchester with the launch of Moxy Manchester City, inviting us all to #playon #atthemoxy… Manchester’s latest contemporary neighbourhood hotel, Moxy Manchester, is located in the heart of Spinningfields. The hotel is sheltered inside a rising nine-storey building, which is clad in weathered-effect metal panels…
read moreHow Banyan Tree Group will double its footprint of hotels by 2025 Banyan Tree Group is set to introduce five new brands into its portfolio, all flying the flag of purposeful travel. We take a look to see where they are headed… Banyan Tree Group has announced that it is set to double its footprint of 54 properties across 23…
read moreIHG Hotels & Resorts announces European debut of new luxury brand Vignette In a landmark property deal bringing together exclusive properties in sought after urban and resort locations, with signings in Austria and Portugal, IHG’s latest brand, Vignette Collection, is set to make its mark… In August 2021, Vignette Collection became the sixth brand added to IHG’s portfolio in the…
read moreS Hotels & Resorts opens new resort on Koh Samui Just opened: SAii Koh Samui Bophut is an elegant low-rise, upscale resort planning to cater for those travellers wanting to stay in style, while soaking up the authentic essence of island of Koh Samui… S Hotels & Resorts is embarking on a new era of free-spirited hospitality on Thailand’s ‘Coconut Island’…
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