(IN SHORT) Hilton is accelerating its growth in Saudi Arabia with more than 100 hotels now open or in development, backed by an $8 billion investment and the creation of over 15,000 new jobs. The hospitality giant’s expansion—spanning 14 brands—aligns closely with Saudi Vision 2030, enhancing the country’s tourism infrastructure through luxury projects like Conrad… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Minor Hotels has signed a strategic hotel management agreement with Seven Tides for a beachfront property on Palm West Beach, Dubai. The agreement, effective from 1st August 2025, will bring the Dukes The Palm, a Royal Hideaway Hotel under Minor Hotels’ management, expanding the group’s footprint on Palm Jumeirah to 1,524 keys across… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Marriott International launches Series by Marriott™, a new collection brand aimed at expanding its midscale and upscale lodging offerings. Through a foundational agreement with Concept Hospitality Private Limited, Marriott will bring The Fern brands into the Series by Marriott portfolio across India. This partnership will further Marriott’s growth in India’s emerging markets and… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Marriott International has signed a multi-deal agreement with VERKEHRSBUERO HOSPITALITY to convert five Austrian properties into Marriott’s Tribute Portfolio, AC Hotels, and Four Points Flex by Sheraton brands. The conversion will add over 1,100 rooms to Marriott’s portfolio, with a focus on expanding the midscale segment with the debut of Four Points Flex… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts has partnered with Minami Nijo Operations and Goldman Sachs to open the Holiday Inn & Suites Sapporo Odori Park in late 2025. The 195-room hotel will be located in the heart of Sapporo, Hokkaido, and will feature renovated rooms, a new gym, a lobby café, and meeting spaces. The… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts has partnered with Luxora Hotels to bring the Holiday Inn brand back to Townsville in 2026. The Holiday Inn Townsville will feature 93 rooms, a modern dining experience, extensive conference facilities, and the brand’s Open Lobby concept. Located in the heart of the city, the new hotel is perfectly… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts is expanding its presence in Mexico, Latin America, and the Caribbean with nearly 400 properties in operation or planned for the region. This growth includes significant additions such as Six Senses La Sagesse Grenada, Kimpton Mas Olas Resort and Spa in Baja California, Mexico, and the SOUMA Hotel Lima,… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a franchise agreement with Samco Holding for Development to open Holiday Inn Express Cairo New Capital in 2030. Located in the rapidly developing New Administrative Capital, the hotel will feature 125 guest rooms and will cater to both business and leisure travelers. This expansion continues IHG’s strategy… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Accor, in collaboration with Sukhani Ventures, has announced plans to launch two luxury properties in Rajasthan, India: Raffles Ranthambore, an exclusive 63-villa resort in Ranthambore National Park, and Sofitel Legend Sukh Bagh Jaipur, a 300+ room destination for upscale events and getaways in Jaipur’s Kukas Amer region. The Raffles resort will open in… Read the full news article
NH Bangkok Asoke follows the brand’s debut in the Thai capital with the opening of NH Bangkok Sukhumvit Boulevard in October 2024 (IN SHORT) Minor Hotels has expanded its NH Hotels & Resorts brand with the opening of NH Bangkok Asoke on March 1, 2025. This new property follows the launch of NH Bangkok Sukhumvit… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Radisson Hotel Group has expanded its presence in Maharashtra with the opening of Radisson Resort Khopoli, offering a blend of comfort and convenience. Located between Mumbai and Pune, the resort features 115 rooms, diverse dining options, and flexible event spaces, making it an ideal destination for both leisure and business travellers. The new… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Radisson Hotel Group has expanded its presence in Tamil Nadu by opening the Park Inn by Radisson Vellore, marking the introduction of the Park Inn brand to the city and region. The hotel, situated along the Bangalore-Chennai-Tirupati Highway, is ideally positioned for both business and leisure travelers, offering easy access to VIT, Christian… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) The NH Collection brand is expanding into the Balearic Islands with the upcoming launch of NH Collection Ibiza in April 2025. The Sir Joan hotel will undergo a refurbishment before relaunching as part of the prestigious brand, enhancing its facilities, including a new restaurant and cocktail offerings. The launch marks a key milestone… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Minor Hotels has partnered with Royal Holdings to form Royal Minor Hotels Co., Ltd., marking the company’s entry into Japan’s luxury and lifestyle hotel market. The joint venture will develop 21 hotels across Japan under the Anantara, Avani, and Tivoli brands by 2035, leveraging Minor Hotels’ global expertise and Royal’s local market knowledge…. Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts has expanded its midscale conversion brand, Garner hotels, with the opening of its first three properties in Osaka, Japan. The new hotels—Garner Hotel Osaka Honmachi Station, Garner Hotel Osaka Honmachi Midosuji, and Garner Hotel Osaka Honmachi Kita Semba—represent a key milestone in the brand’s international growth. Designed to provide… Read the full news article
Hilton is set to significantly expand its portfolio in Lyon, one of France’s largest cities, with the introduction of Spark by Hilton and continued growth of DoubleTree by Hilton (IN SHORT) Hilton has announced a significant expansion in Lyon, France, with four new hotel openings in collaboration with Arteloge. This includes the introduction of Spark… Read the full news article