New Hotel Openings News
Hyatt opens urban spa resort in northern China
Hyatt Hotels Corporation today announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Qingdao, introducing the Hyatt Regency brand to China’s booming coastal city in the Shandong province. Hyatt Regency Qingdao will be the first upscale urban resort in northern China with an idyllic ocean setting.
Hilton Hotels & Resorts opens first leisure property in India
Hilton Hotels & Resorts, the flagship brand of Hilton Worldwide, has announced the opening of Hilton Shillim Estate Retreat & Spa, its first leisure property in India. Operated by Hilton Worldwide and owned by Writer Lifestyle, the retreat is nestled in the serene and unspoiled landscape of the Sahyadri mountain range in the Western Ghats.
Kempinski launches new hotel and spa in Yixing
European luxury hotel group Kempinski has announced the opening of its 18th property on mainland China in Yixing, the Pottery Capital of China.
IFA Hotels & Resorts opens Fairmont, The Palm in Dubai
International residential and resort developer IFA Hotels & Resorts, co-developer of the acclaimed Zimbali Coastal Resort, has announced the opening of its first hotel in Dubai – Fairmont, The Palm. The US$330million five-star beachfront hotel is the only operational resort located on the trunk of the Palm Jumeirah, making it one of the island’s most accessible destinations.
Accor expands presence in Saudi Arabia
Accor, one of the largest hotel operators in the region and the leader in the mid-market lodging segment, has signed a management contract with Sons of Ahmed Saleh Kaki, a family owned diversified business group, to develop the first Novotel hotel in Jeddah. The new hotel joins Accor’s rapidly expanding KSA network, which currently includes 12 hotels representing over 3,000 rooms.
Vienna to enter Russia with new hotel with wellness and medical spa
The Astrum luxury hotel will open in Shelkovo near Moscow at the end of 2013. Owner of the property is Shelkowskij Holding, while management of the hotel will be in the hands of Vienna International Hotelmanagement AG (VI). Already one year before its grand opening, the 5-star luxury hotel has been accepted for membership in The Leading Hotels of the World as one of the world’s best hotels on the Russian luxury hotel market. With a 3,400 m² spa and a 1,900 m² conference area, the hotel’s focus is clearly on Vienna International’s two greatest strengths: wellness holidays and conference tourism.
Marriott Hotel Pudong East opens in Shanghai
Marriott International has announced the opening of the 323-room Shanghai Marriott Hotel Pudong East under a long-term management agreement with Shanghai Hengchang Industry. Marriott Hotels & Resorts is the company’s flagship brand with more than 500 properties in 54 countries globally.
ONYX brings Amari brand to Doha
Amari Doha became the first Amari hotel in the Middle East when it opened its doors to the public in the Qatari capital earlier. Amari Doha is owned by Sharaka Holdings, formerly known as GTG, and managed by Thailand based ONYX Hospitality group’s leading upscale brand, Amari.
Hyatt Hotels to bring Andaz brand to Japan with Tokyo property
Hyatt Hotels and Mori Building have announced their affiliates have signed an agreement to launch Andaz Tokyo, the first Andaz hotel in Japan. When it opens in the summer of 2014, Andaz Tokyo will join the brand’s growing portfolio of boutique-style hotels in gateway cities and resort destinations around the globe.
Waldorf Astoria opens in Berlin
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts has unveiled its second European luxury hotel opening in recent months – the highly-anticipated Waldorf Astoria Berlin. Setting a new standard in luxury for Berlin and the wider German market, the hotel marries the timeless elegance of the legendary flagship, Waldorf Astoria New York, with a unique design inspired by Berlin’s vibrant and contemporary personality.
DoubleTree by Hilton expands into Ireland
Hilton Worldwide has signed a franchise agreement with Martinez Hotels & Resorts to bring its upscale DoubleTree by Hilton brand to Ireland. Since opening its first European hotel in 2008, DoubleTree by Hilton now has almost 60 properties trading or under development across the region.
IHG signs new management contract in Jakarta
InterContinental Hotels Group has signed a management contract for a new hotel and residences in Jakarta, Indonesia. The 480-key InterContinental Jakarta Pondok Indah Hotel & Residences, in partnership with PT Pondok Indah Hotel, a subsidiary of publicly listed PT Metropolitan Kentjana Tbk, is scheduled to open in 2015.