New Hotel Openings News
Hilton on Track to Triple its Portfolio in Egypt with Plans to Open 25 Hotels Across the Country
Hilton is on track to triple its presence in Egypt with plans to open 25 hotels across the country, including the signing of more than ten new properties under the global hospitality company’s award-winning brands. Hilton’s growing pipeline brings it closer to its aim of exceeding 40 hotels operating in Egypt over the coming years.
PLAYA HOTELS & RESORTS NOW TAKING BOOKINGS FOR NEWLY TRANSFORMED WYNDHAM ALLTRA PUNTA CANA
Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V, a leading owner and operator of all-inclusive resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean, today announced reservations are officially open for Wyndham Alltra Punta Cana, its newest managed all-inclusive property, for stays beginning April 1, 2025
THE STANDARDX, BANGKOK PHRA ARTHIT DEBUTS IN ASIA
The StandardX brand, which debuted its first hotel in Melbourne’s Fitzroy neighborhood, continues its expansion with the recent opening of The StandardX, Bangkok Phra Arthit in November 2024. This second outpost embraces Bangkok’s vibrant art scene, offering a rotating art gallery, two culinary concepts, and intentionally minimalist rooms that immerse guests in the local culture.
Elite Havens Confirmed as the Exclusive Management & Marketing Partner for Phuket Development
Elite Havens - Asia’s premier luxury villa rental and management provider, is pleased to announce that it will be the exclusive management and marketing partner for the new Ao Yon Beach Villas development which will be completed in 2026* in Ao Yon Bay, Phuket, Thailand.
The Lux Collective Unveils Visionary Global Expansion Plans for 2025 and Beyond
The award-winning Mauritian-born global luxury hotel operator The Lux Collective has announced its expansion plans for 2025 and beyond, with new openings in the pipeline for China, Africa, the Middle East and Southeast Asia. The Group’s brand of boutique and purpose-led properties SALT will debut outside of Mauritius with two openings in China, whilst The Lux Collective’s flagship luxury brand LUX* will launch in the Middle East and Southeast Asia, as well as growing its presence in Africa with a futuristic, opulent safari-camp in Botswana. At the helm of this highly anticipated next chapter is The Lux Collective’s new Chief Executive Officer Olivier Chavy, who is paving the Group’s strategic presence in burgeoning travel destinations across the globe, and cementing its position as a trailblazing industry disruptor.
Hilton Expands Presence with the Opening of Palmaroga Hotel Asuncion, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Hilton has announced the opening of Palmaroga Hotel Asuncion, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, the company’s first hotel in Paraguay and the 10th addition to Tapestry Collection by Hilton in the Caribbean and Latin America. With plans to double its presence, Tapestry Collection by Hilton will welcome 10 more hotels in the region over the next four years and is primed to provide guests with authentic experiences across destinations worth exploring.
Hilton Brazzaville Les Tours Jumelles Hotel & Residences Opens
Hilton has announced the opening of the much-anticipated Hilton Brazzaville Les Tours Jumelles Hotel & Residences. The opening establishes Hilton’s presence in the vibrant Congolese capital.
New Wave of Boutique Hotels Enhances Outer Banks Lodging Landscape
The Outer Banks of North Carolina continues to diversify its accommodation offerings with the opening of several distinctive boutique hotels throughout the past year, riding a significant wave of rebranding, renovations and new construction in the hotel industry on the Outer Banks. “It’s an exciting time to book,” says Lee Nettles, Executive Director of the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau. “Travelers can enjoy a host of choices for their overnight experience in 2025, from historic hotels to new independent properties, in addition to vacation rental homes, inns, cottage courts and campgrounds that have become calling cards for the destination. Couple this trend with our new direct booking partnership with Ripe and we’re anticipating an exciting year ahead at outerbanks.org.” Beginning early 2025, visitors will be able to book their hotel stays directly from the official tourism website with other lodging types to follow.
SANDALS® RESORTS DEBUTS NEW ACCOMMODATIONS, NOW ACCEPTING RESERVATIONS
Sandals Resorts announced today the introduction of several new suite experiences across its portfolio of award-winning, adults-only, all-inclusive Caribbean resorts, including four-bedroom butler villas - a ‘Sandals First’ - and Skypool suites with rooftop terraces, as well as additional next-generation rooms, like the guest-favorite Rondoval Villas and reimagined beachfront and bluff view rooms.
Four Seasons and Extell Development Company Announce Plans for Luxury Resort and Private Residences
Leading luxury hospitality and branded residential company Four Seasons and national real estate developer Extell Development Company announce plans for a resort and residential offering in Deer Valley East Village, North America’s first new luxury alpine village to be developed in more than forty years.
Cicada Resort Bali Ubud, Autograph Collection Welcomes Travelers
Located in Sebatu’s serene natural sanctuary, Cicada Resort Bali Ubud, Autograph Collection marks a new chapter in the Autograph Collection’s expansion in Indonesia. Just 10 minutes from Tegallalang Rice Fields and 25 minutes from Kintamani, the resort offers a harmonious retreat, connecting guests to nature and local culture. Within the resort, guests can engage in Melukat, a sacred Balinese purification ritual led by a Spiritual Leader from Sebatu Village, fostering inner peace and cultural insight.
Tucson’s New Mini-Resort-Style Rentals Now Welcoming Winter Guests
The Tanque Verde Valley is now home to Tucson’s newest destination for group getaways: Solana Spanish Villas. Situated on a sprawling 5.7-acre private estate in East Tucson, this historic property has been completely renovated to offer mini-resort-style short-term rentals. Solana is now open to winter visitors, corporate retreats, family reunions, and wellness retreats, providing an unmatched combination of privacy and convenience.