Celebrating its 18th birthday this year, The Sukhothai Bangkok has unveiled the first phase of renovations to 40 of the hotel’s superior rooms, with all 100 rooms of this type to be completely refurbished by July 2010.

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), the world’s largest hotel group by number of rooms and China’s largest international hotel operator announced the signing of a landmark InterContinental hotel in Beijing’s city centre - located directly across from the famous Sanlitun entertainment area.

The JW Marriott Indianapolis - the largest JW Marriott in the world - has reached two major milestones. Bookings have surpassed 275,000 room nights, for a total of close to 400,000 room nights booked in the entire Marriott Place Indianapolis complex, and the glass facade of the building is now complete.

It’s no coincidence that the bedrooms at Park Plaza Westminster Bridge London begin with a category called Superior. Measuring an average of 27 square metres, the spacious, contemporary guest rooms are sleek environments warmed by a rich colour palette, lush fabrics and topped with useful amenities.

Following an extensive two year refurbishment The Haweswater Hotel has officially opened offering quality character accommodation in a stunning art-deco property.

Recognizing the importance of well-trained staff as a crucial factor for success for independent hotels, WORLDHOTELS has increased its training curriculum by 30 per cent offering 115 additional courses in The Academy in 2010.