Valsana Hotel to open in Switzerland this winter

Tschuggen Hotel Group will welcome the Valsana Hotel to its collection on December 7th. Built from scratch on the site of the previous property, the hotel is created from handcrafted stone and wood to the highest environmental and energy standards.

Emaar to debut Vida Marassi Marina in Egypt

Emaar Hospitality Group has launched Vida Marassi Marina to yachting and marina enthusiasts in Egypt. The property will form part of an upcoming hotel project in Marassi, a master-planned lifestyle and tourism destination by Emaar Misr set by the scenic Sidi Abdel Rahman Bay.

The Jeremy West Hollywood receives first gusts in Los Angeles

The Jeremy West Hollywood has opened to its first guests, the newest kid on the Sunset Strip in West Hollywood. The hotel offers stunning panoramic views and a chic LA aesthetic.

Nobu Hotels appoints Fox PR in London

Nobu Hotels has appointed London-based Fox PR to lead its communications effort in the UK around the world. Nobu Hospitality, founded by Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro and Meir Teper, has seen tremendous growth with current operations spanning five continents.

Omorovicza Midnight Suite pop up set for Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane

The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane will launch a week long pop-up, The Omorovicza Midnight Suite featuring La Perla, from September 7th-14th, 2017. Here, clients can experience a selection of treatments from the new Omorovicza Midnight Menu to celebrate the launch of their Midnight Radiance Mask.

Nobu Hotels appoints Fox PR in London

Nobu Hotels has appointed London-based Fox PR to lead its communications effort in the UK. Nobu Hospitality, founded by Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro and Meir Teper, has seen tremendous growth with current operations spanning five continents.

Omorovicza Midnight Suite pop up set for Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane

The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane will launch a week long pop-up, The Omorovicza Midnight Suite featuring La Perla, from September 7th-14th, 2017. Here, clients can experience a selection of treatments from the new Omorovicza Midnight Menu to celebrate the launch of their Midnight Radiance Mask.

Collot steps up to lead Banyan Tree Seychelles

Banyan Tree Seychelles has announced the appointment of Fabrice Collot to the role of general manager. Collot will be responsible for the overall running, administration and service standards at Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts.

The Trafalgar St. James London joins Curio Collection

Overlooking the world-famous Trafalgar Square, The Trafalgar St. James London, Curio Collection by Hilton, has joined the exclusive collection of more than 35 hotels and resorts.

Avani Fares Maldives Resort to open in 2019

Avani Hotels & Resorts has announced the development of its first resort in the Maldives. Avani Fares Maldives Resort will be located on Fares Island in the Baa Atoll and is scheduled to open in quarter for of 2019.

Tsavalias takes over leadership of Pod Brooklyn

BD Hotels has announced the appointment of Effie Tsavalias as general manager of Pod Brooklyn, opening this September in the Williamsburg neighbourhood. Tsavalias brings a wealth of knowledge to her new role from previous hospitality experience and will oversee all aspects of hotel operations at the 249 room property.

Rosewood Sanya welcomes first guests as brand expands in China

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts has opened its first mainland Chinese resort, Rosewood Sanya. All 246 guestrooms at Rosewood Sanya are ocean facing and 45 guestrooms include balcony plunge pools.

Stepetic takes up leadership of Gili Lankanfushi, Maldives

Gili Lankanfushi has appointed David Stepetic to the role of general manager. Over the past five years, the resort has set the benchmark for barefoot and understated luxury in the Maldives, with 45 sophisticated over-water villas and a serious commitment to sustainability.

Simpson takes up head chef role at Northall, Corinthia Hotel London

Corinthia Hotel London’s Northall restaurant, famed for its ‘Best in British’ menu, has a new head chef at the helm. Ewan Simpson, fresh from his two-year tenure as executive head chef at Rowhill Grange Hotel, has taken up the role.

citizenM Taipei North Gate takes brand in Asia for first time

Artyzen Hospitality Group has welcomed the opening of the inaugural citizenM hotel in Asia. Located in Taiwan’s cosmopolitan capital directly opposite the city’s historical site, North Gate, citizenM Taipei North Gate is within short walking distance of both Taipei Main Station and the Airport Express terminal, which offers an efficient 35-minute direct train to Taoyuan International Airport.

Tang appointed resort manager at Four Seasons Langkawi

Four Seasons Hotels & Resort has appointed Melissa Tang to the role of resort manager at its property in Langkawi, Malaysia. Tang has been with the 344-unit Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou since 2013, starting out as director of human resources before being promoted to director of rooms in the same property through the Four Seasons global Women Operations Leaders program.

Dusit unveils plans for two new properties in Huizhou, China

Dusit International has signed a management agreement with Huizhou Yuetai Investment Company to operate two new properties in Huizhou, in China’s Guangdong Province. Opening under Dusit International’s luxury Dusit Devarana and upscale dusitD2 brands respectively, both properties will be located in Huizhou’s Shuangyue Bay, one of the region’s most popular destinations renowned for its scenic hiking trails, white sandy beaches and crystal-clear water.

Silversands Grenada to open in spring 2018

Set to open in March 2018 on the silver-white sands of Grand Anse Beach on the island’s south-western tip, Silversands Grenada is a sleek and contemporary boutique property comprising 43 suites and nine villas.

Wheeler’s of St. James’s headed to Pullman Liverpool

Marco Pierre White will be honouring one of Europe’s most famous waterfronts by bringing Wheeler’s of St. James’s - the oldest fish brand in the world - to Liverpool.

Silversands Grenada to open in spring 2018

Set to open in March 2018 on the silver-white sands of Grand Anse Beach on the island’s south-western tip, Silversands Grenada is a sleek and contemporary boutique property comprising 43 suites and nine villas.

Holman takes up leadership of The Sukhothai Shanghai

A Dutch national, Marcel Holman has been appointed as the general manager for The Sukhothai Shanghai. The property, a contemporary design hotel managed by The Sukhothai Hotels & Resorts, is scheduled to debut in December 2017. 

Mandarin Oriental expands into Caribbean with latest property

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced that it will rebrand and manage a luxury hotel, currently operating on Canouan Island in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, from November. Mandarin Oriental, Canouan will be the Group’s first property in the Caribbean.

Rosewood Sanya takes brand in China for first time

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts has opened its first mainland Chinese resort, Rosewood Sanya. All 246 guestrooms at Rosewood Sanya are ocean facing and 45 guestrooms include balcony plunge pools.

Wyndham expands presence in Jeju, South Korea

Wyndham Hotel Group has opened two new hotels on the popular tourist island of Jeju, further expanding two of its globally recognised brands in South Korea as it caters to the growth in domestic travel to the island.

lebua Hotels & Resorts signs partnership with Open Table

lebua Hotels & Resorts has become the first global hospitality organisation to bring bars to the Open Table platform.

Millennium Hotels signs for two landmark hotels in Makkah, Saudi Arabia

Millennium Hotels & Resorts, Middle East and Africa is continuing with its successful expansion strategy across Saudi Arabia by announcing the takeover of two landmark hotels in the city of Makkah.

Millennium Hotels signs for two landmark hotels in Makkah, Saudi Arabia

Millennium Hotels & Resorts, Middle East and Africa is continuing with its successful expansion strategy across Saudi Arabia by announcing the takeover of two landmark hotels in the city of Makkah.

Innside by Meliá debut in China in Zhengzhou property

Innside by Meliá, the upscale urban lifestyle brand of Meliá Hotels International, has welcomed the opening of Innside by Meliaì Zhengzhou, a brand new hotel located in the Zhengdong New District of Zhengzhou, China.

Innside by Meliá debut in China in Zhengzhou property

Innside by Meliá, the upscale urban lifestyle brand of Meliá Hotels International, has welcomed the opening of Innside by Meliaì Zhengzhou, a brand new hotel located in the Zhengdong New District of Zhengzhou, China.

Digital Keys roll out at The Waldorf Hilton in London

Guests to The Waldorf Hilton will be able to turn their phone into a room key later this month. The Digital Key will provide Hilton Honors members with more choice and control over their travel experience.

New Road Hotel set to open in Whitechapel, London, in late 2017

New Road Hotel will be opening its doors in Whitechapel, London, in quarter four of the year. Inspired by the increased popularity for social living and accessible luxury, the new concept hotel will be offering guests everything they need, and nothing they don’t.

Bergen Børs reopens as luxury hotel in Norway

“True luxury is always modest,” muses Eero Koivisto, one of the Swedish architect and design trio Claesson Koivisto Rune. The firm have recently completed work on Bergen Børs, their third hotel project for hyperlocal Norwegian hospitality group De Bergenske inside a year.

Jumby Bay joins Oetker Collection

The Oetker Collection is to add a new masterpiece hotel to its collection – Jumby Bay, the private island resort in the Caribbean. Located right in front of the main island of Antigua, Jumby Bay Island combines a very well-established luxury resort with 40 rooms and suites, three restaurants, excellent spa and fitness facilities, water sports, five tennis courts and 50 individually designed and fully staffed villas and estate homes for holiday rental.

Hard Rock Hotel Davos to open for winter ski season

With presence in more than 70 countries across the globe, Hard Rock International is expanding its hotel portfolio to the Swiss Alps, announcing plans to open Hard Rock Hotel Davos. Working in collaboration with International Hospitality Service, the owner of Spenglers Hotel and Holsboer Residences in Davos, Hard Rock will electrify the region in December 2017.

Seadust Cancun Family Resort launches in Mexico

Seadust Cancun Family Resort, a new beachfront all-inclusive property catering to families, will begin welcoming guests this month. Situated on Cancun’s renowned hotel zone, Seadust Cancun Family Resort features 505 spacious guest accommodations, diverse dining establishments, amenities for all ages, access to the Mexican Caribbean’s most pristine beach and so much more.

Seadust Cancun Family Resort launches in Mexico

Seadust Cancun Family Resort, a new beachfront all-inclusive property catering to families, will begin welcoming guests this month. Situated on Cancun’s renowned hotel zone, Seadust Cancun Family Resort features 505 spacious guest accommodations, diverse dining establishments, amenities for all ages, access to the Mexican Caribbean’s most pristine beach and so much more.

The Orient Jerusalem opens in Israel

Isrotel has debuted a new member within its portfolio of hotels: The Orient Jerusalem, their only property located within the country’s capital city. The hotel marks the latest addition to the brand’s Exclusive Collection, which is solely comprised of five star hotels.

Jakri takes up leadership of pentahotel Inverness

pentahotels has appointed Zsolt Jakri to the role of general manager at pentahotel Inverness. Jakri brings with him over 20 years of hospitality experience and an MBA in hospitality management.

InterContinental signs two new properties in Dubai Business Bay

InterContinental Hotels Group has announced the signing two new properties in Dubai: Crowne Plaza Dubai Business Bay and InterContinental Residence Suites Dubai Business Bay.

‘Topless-optional’ Temptation Resort opens to guests in Cancun, Mexico

Temptation Cancun Resort has reopened after a multi-million-dollar complete rebuild helmed by award-winning Canadian designer Karim Rashid. Inspired by the human body, the new resort’s 430 guestrooms and public spaces epitomise Karim’s signature “sensual minimalism” style, including an iconic multi-coloured seven story façade.

‘Topless-optional’ Temptation Resort opens to guests in Cancun, Mexico

Temptation Cancun Resort has reopened after a multi-million-dollar complete rebuild helmed by award-winning Canadian designer Karim Rashid. Inspired by the human body, the new resort’s 430 guestrooms and public spaces epitomise Karim’s signature “sensual minimalism” style, including an iconic multi-coloured seven story façade.

Kumar takes over leadership of Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa

Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa has appointed Pravin Kumar to the role of general manager. The new leader was promoted from his previous role of director of operations at the EcoLuxury Hotel, so is well-known among the staff and brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the role.

Verdura Resort welcomes three new luxurious villas

Verdura Resort, the Rocco Forte Hotel in Sicily, has just unveiled its three new luxurious villas. The new villas are designed by Olga Polizzi, Rocco Forte Hotels director of building and design, and offer a stylish and elegant aesthetic, perfect for family and group stays at the Sicilian resort.

Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo, to open in December

Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo is set to open on December 1st. The hotel will be the second property in Sri Lanka for the luxury Asian hospitality group – joining Shangri-La’s Hambantota Golf Resort & Spa, which opened in June 2016.

Leone to lead Jumeirah Messilah Beach Resort, Kuwait

Jumeirah Messilah Beach Resort & Spa has appointed Savino Leone to the role of general manager. A French national, Leone joins the Jumeirah Group from his position as general manager of InterContinental Osaka, Japan.

Leone to lead Jumeirah Messilah Beach Resort, Kuwait

Jumeirah Messilah Beach Resort & Spa has appointed Savino Leone to the role of general manager. A French national, Leone joins the Jumeirah Group from his position as general manager of InterContinental Osaka, Japan.

Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo, to open in December

Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo is set to open on December 1st. The property will be the second property in Sri Lanka for the luxury Asian hospitality group – joining Shangri-La’s Hambantota Golf Resort & Spa, which opened in June 2016.

AccorHotels to welcome four properties to Seoul Dragon City

Seoul Dragon City will open on October 1st, featuring four AccorHotels brands. The location will feature the 202-room Grand Mercure Ambassador Seoul Yongsan, 286-room Novotel Suites Ambassador Seoul Yongsan, 621-room Novotel Ambassador Seoul Yongsan and a 591-room ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Yongsan.

Banyan Tree signs joint venture with China Vanke

Banyan Tree and China Vanke have established Banyan Tree Assets (China), a 50/50 joint venture incorporated in Singapore. BTAC holds a 40 per cent stake in each of Banyan Tree’s operating companies incorporated in Singapore, Banyan Tree Hotel Management (China) and Banyan Tree Services (China) respectively.

W Bellevue welcomes first guests in United States

W Hotels Worldwide has announced the opening of W Bellevue, marking a new era of design for W Hotels in North America. Playing off Bellevue’s tech-forward neighbours and centuries-old traditions, the design of the hotel embraces the region’s juxtaposed affinity for both its natural surroundings and ground-breaking innovation.