IHG Hotels & Resorts and Franzé Developments have opened a brand-new Holiday Inn & Suites in Australia. The opening of Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong marks a significant milestone as the first major new-build hotel in the area in almost 20 years invigorating Geelong with one of the world’s most recognised and trusted hotel brands.
Marriott International signs agreement to bring autograph collection hotels to AlUla in Saudi Arabia
Marriott International, Inc. has announced it has signed an agreement with AlUla Development Company (UDC), fully owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), to open an Autograph Collection property in Saudi Arabia. Expected to open in 2025, the hotel will be located in the heart of downtown AlUla.
Scandic strengthens position in Helsinki with two new hotels
Scandic Hotels has signed a long-term lease agreement with landlord Projekti GH Oy for two hotels with a total of 459 rooms in the unique Garden Helsinki, a multi-functional event arena in Helsinki, Finland. The agreement includes one Scandic Go hotel with 232 rooms and a 227-room Scandic hotel that are expected to open in 2028. The new hotels will be established in one of Scandic’s key destinations where the company sees growing demand from both corporate and leisure travelers.
Arlo Williamsburg officially opens in Brooklyn
Today, Arlo Hotels, the independent lifestyle hotel brand with properties in New York, Chicago and Miami, announces the official grand opening of Arlo Williamsburg. Located in the heart of Brooklyn, the property is Arlo Hotels’ fourth property in New York, joining Manhattan locations Arlo SoHo, Arlo NoMad and Arlo Midtown. The property is owned by Quadrum Global, an integrated development, investment management and advisory group focused on real estate opportunities.
Hyatt Regency Brand expands footprint with first property in Panama
Hyatt Hotels Corporation in collaboration with Hotel Properties of Panama Inc., today announced the planned expansion of the Hyatt Regency brand in the Latin America & Caribbean region with Hyatt Regency Panama City, expected to open in summer 2024. Hyatt Regency Panama City will be the first Hyatt Regency hotel in Panama City and the third Hyatt hotel in Panama. Perfectly situated for business and leisure travelers, the hotel will be in the heart of Panama City’s business district, less than 10 miles from Tocumen International Airport, near the Multiplaza shopping mall and the new Amador Convention Center.
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts enters New Zealand with the addition of Robertson Lodges
With rich landscapes, a multi-layered cultural heritage, and untouched wilderness, New Zealand has captured the imagination of some of the world’s most creative minds. Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® is embarking on a journey to this iconic destination with Robertson Lodges, a distinguished collection of three resorts, each offering a unique and luxurious escape. As of December 1, 2023, Rosewood Kauri Cliffs, Rosewood Cape Kidnappers, and Rosewood Matakauri will join the Rosewood portfolio. Capturing New Zealand’s unique geography, the three properties provide for the ultimate journey across the North and South Island, together offering access to its expansive coastline, rolling hills, soaring mountains, and more.
The Peninsula London opens
Decades in the making, The Peninsula London is the first British hotel (and the 12th overall) from the almost century-old Peninsula brand. It perfectly displays The Peninsula’s ethos to show off the best of every city through art, hospitality, cuisine and philanthropy – with intention and longevity at the forefront. The Peninsula London has been designed and appointed to embody the finest craftsmanship in collaboration with Britain’s most creative minds.
W Hotels debuts a vibrant new luxury playground with the opening of W Macau – Studio City
W Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of 31 extraordinary hotel brands, today announced the highly anticipated opening of W Macau – Studio City, marking the debut of the iconic W Hotels brand in Macau, a spirited city of culture, cuisine and captivating experiences. Part of Melco Resorts & Entertainment’s integrated resort of Studio City on Cotai Strip, Macau’s premier leisure destination, the hotel connects guests to the vibrant culture through its intriguing design, elevated dining and beverage venues and unrivaled guest programming.
IHG Hotels & Resorts expands Philadelphia presence with new Holiday Inn opening
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, recently celebrated the opening of a new Holiday Inn property in South Philadelphia following a conversion and renovation. Located minutes from Philadelphia International Airport, and within walking distance of the city’s primary sports and entertainment facilities complex (which includes Lincoln Financial Field, Citizens Bank Park and Wells Fargo Center), Holiday Inn Philadelphia Airport – Stadium Area delivers a convenient, comfortable and welcoming experience appropriate for the “City of Brotherly Love.”
Waramaug announces opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Lansing
Waramaug Hospitality, a privately held investment firm focused on premium-branded select-service and full-service hotels, announced today the opening of the DoubleTree by Hilton Lansing, located in Lansing, Michigan.
