One of LondonÕs most exclusive new clubs opened its doors earlier this month, giving Londoners the opportunity to undergo world-class treatments in a serene surrounding. Located in the five-star Lanesborough property, the Lanesborough Club and Spa is a high-end health and fitness haven open solely to hotel guests and club members.
Hilton expands hotel portfolio in Saudi Arabia with Hilton Makkah Convention Hotel
Hilton recently opened the doors of Hilton Makkah Convention Hotel. With majestic views overlooking the Sacred Mosque, Al Masjid al Haram, and the city’s largest ballroom and convention centre, Hilton proudly welcomes Hilton Makkah Convention Hotel to its growing Middle Eastern portfolio.
Starwood coming to Cuba
Starwood Hotels and Resorts has announced that it has signed three hotel deals in Cuba, the first time a US hotel company has done so in almost 60 years. Starwood beat out several other US hospitality companies that have been trying to invest in hotels in Cuba, including Marriott International.
Genr8 and Hilton agree on New Build Hilton Garden Inn Stoke-on-Trent in Hanley, UK
The ongoing regeneration of Stoke-on-Trent city centre has been given a major boost following news that Hilton is to open Hilton Garden Inn Stoke-on-Trent. The 140-guestroom hotel will be located in the Smithfield development in Hanley, following a franchise agreement between Hilton and Smithfield developer and hotel owner Genr8.
Queenstown plans for new Holiday Inn Express unveiled
Plans for a new 227-room hotel in central Queenstown have been unveiled. The Holiday Inn Express is proposed to be built on the corner of Stanley, Sydney and Melbourne StreetsÊand cost more than $60 million. Australian developers Pro-invest Group have lodged a resource consent application with the Queenstown Lakes District Council hand hope to begin construction later this year.
Wyndham opens new Ramada Encore hotels in Seoul and Pyeongtaek
Highlighting continued interest in its growing portfolio of global brands, Wyndham Hotel Group has announced the opening of new Ramada Encore hotels in the South Korean cities of Seoul and Pyeongtaek. The newly opened Ramada Encore Seoul Magok and Ramada Encore Pyeongtaek are expected to meet growing visitor demand in both cities, particularly from business travellers.
Dorchester Collection relaunches Hotel Eden, Rome
In line with Dorchester CollectionÕs continuous investment in taking the luxury experience to new levels, April 1, 2017 sees the much anticipated reopening and unveiling of Hotel Eden, the companyÕs iconic property in Rome, following an extensive 18-month restoration.
Minor Hotels signs with Crowngate International to develop new AVANI Resort in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE
Minor Hotels has announced the signing of a management agreement for a new AVANI property in the United Arab Emirates Ð AVANI Al Marjan Island Ras Al Khaimah Resort. Al Marjan is a collection of four pristine man-made islands in Ras Al Khaimah, set against the backdrop of the Arabian Peninsula, only 30 minutes from 50 minutes from Dubai International Airport.
Wyndham and Zeus International enter strategic development partnership for 20 new hotels
Wyndham Hotel Group, the hotel giant with an unmatched global presence of more than 8,000 hotels, and Zeus International, a Greek hotel management and consulting company with international presence, have announced plans to build upon their existing partnership with a new strategic development agreement.
Residence Inn set to double its European portfolio in 2017
Marriott International has announced the expansion of its extended-stay brand, Residence Inn By Marriott, with the signing of two new properties in London. With additional openings in Amsterdam and Aberdeen this year, Residence Inn expects to more than double its European portfolio in 2017.
