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Kempinski Residences at Masar, Makkah to Provide Unmatched Hospitality
Kempinski Group, Europe’s oldest luxury hospitality company, today announced Kempinski Residences at Masar, Makkah, its first branded residences project in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Developed by Umm Al Qura for Development & Construction Company, the owner, developer, and operator of the Masar destination in the Holy City of Makkah, the project brings Kempinski’s 150-year legacy of luxury hospitality to the prestigious Masar development, in the heart of Makkah, within the vicinity of the Grand Mosque.
VILLA SAN MICHELE, A BELMOND HOTEL, FLORENCE, REOPENS: THE LEGENDARY RENAISSANCE RETREAT RETURNS
Perched high in the Fiesole hills, overlooking Florence in all its splendour, Villa San Michele, A Belmond Hotel, reopened on 28 April 2026 following a meticulous 18-month renovation. Once a Renaissance convent, the legendary retreat - renowned for its awe-inspiring Michelangelo-inspired façade, terraced gardens and one-of-a-kind sweeping views - begins a new chapter as a destination for wellbeing and reconnection.
Conrad Athens The Ilisian Opens, Redefining an Athenian Landmark
Hilton today announces the opening of Conrad Athens The Ilisian, marking the rebirth of one of Athens’ most iconic landmarks. Formerly the beloved Hilton Athens, the property has undergone a significant transformation to emerge as a contemporary urban resort in the cultural heart of Athens. Marking the brand’s debut in Greece, Conrad Athens The Ilisian brings Conrad Hotels & Resorts’ signature blend of bold design, contemporary luxury and immersive connection to place to one of Europe’s most culturally resonant capitals. The hotel’s 278 guestrooms and suites are among the most spacious in the city and sit at the heart of The Ilisian, a new mixed-use destination that unites a vibrant line-up of restaurants and bars, a resort-style wellness offering anchored by Athens’ largest outdoor pool landscape, private residences and the House of NYNN private members’ club.
Kimpton Ashbel New York – Park Avenue opens in Historic Midtown Manhattan Landmark
Kimpton Ashbel New York - Park Avenue, a boutique luxury hotel in Midtown Manhattan and part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, is now open at 70 Park Avenue, welcoming guests to a reimagined Beaux-Arts landmark along one of Manhattan’s most storied avenues. Just steps from Grand Central Terminal and Bryant Park, the hotel brings new life to the historic building originally constructed in 1928 as the Doral Park Avenue Hotel, introducing a residential approach to hospitality inspired by the character and charm of a classic Manhattan townhouse.
Signia by Hilton Diplomat Beach Resort Officially Debuts, Marking a New Era for South Florida
The Diplomat Beach Resort opens as Signia by Hilton Diplomat Beach Resort, ushering in a bold new chapter for the coastal beacon. The transition marks the property’s evolution into Signia by Hilton’s growing portfolio of approachable luxury hotels worldwide, as the legendary Hollywood Beach address introduces the brand’s vibrant atmosphere, experience‑led dining, refined wellness offerings, and premier meetings and events to South Florida.
The Related Group, Merrimac Ventures and Hilton Celebrate Historic Milestone
Prominent real estate developers the Related Group and Merrimac Ventures, alongside hospitality leader Hilton have celebrated the topping-off of Waldorf Astoria Residences Pompano Beach (The Residences), marking the completion of vertical construction for the brand’s first-ever standalone residential endeavor. Located on two acres of pristine oceanfront along the Pompano Beach coastline, the 28-story condominium tower is more than 85% pre-sold, with completion slated for summer 2027.
W Hotels Continues Its Italian Expansion with the Debut of W Sardinia - Poltu Quatu
W Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announces the official opening of W Sardinia – Poltu Quatu, following a preview in 2025. Set along one of the Mediterranean’s most striking islands, the new opening brings the brand’s design-driven, culture-forward perspective to Sardinia, building on the brand’s dynamic growth in Italy alongside W Rome and W Florence.
IHG Hotels & Resorts strengthens its resort offering in India
IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with Yash Hotels & Resorts LLP for the development of Holiday Inn Resort Alwar. Scheduled to open in Q1 2030, the hotel will mark IHG’s entry into the city of Alwar and further strengthen its resort offering in India, in line with the company’s strategy to grow across high-potential leisure and emerging destinations.
IHG accelerates growth in Egypt with dual Holiday Inn signing
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed management agreements for two new Holiday Inn branded hotels in Aswan, Egypt, marking the brand’s entry into one of the country’s most significant heritage and tourism getaways. Signed with Misr Holanda and Avenue for Development, the agreements will bring Holiday Inn Aswan and Holiday Inn Resort New Aswan to the market, adding a total of 400 keys to IHG’s growing Egypt portfolio. Globally, Holiday Inn stands as one of the world’s most iconic and trusted hospitality brands, with a network of over 1,200 hotels. Rooted in a service philosophy built on creating brighter stays and genuine moments of connection, the brand is dedicated to helping guests make the most of every journey.
THE WESTIN NASHVILLE COMPLETES $13.5M RENOVATION, ELEVATING GUESTROOMS, SUITES, & MEETING SPACE
Castlerock announces the completion of a comprehensive $13.5 million renovation of The Westin Nashville, enhancing guestrooms, suites, and key public spaces across the 456-room hotel. Located adjacent to Music City Center, the property plays a central role in Nashville’s convention and group market, and the renovation positions the hotel to better serve evolving business and leisure demand.
Fairfield by Marriott Celebrates the Opening of its 100th Hotel in Greater China
Fairfield by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary brands, today announced the opening of Fairfield by Marriott Chongqing Nan’an District, marking 100 hotels in Greater China and underscoring its continued growth momentum in the region. Nestled in the heart of Nan’an District in Chongqing, China’s famous “3D Magic City,” the hotel is designed to provide a warm and comfortable stay for both business and leisure travelers, bringing to life Fairfield’s “beauty of simplicity” through its signature heartfelt hospitality.
JA Resorts & Hotels Builds on the UAE’s Growing Appetite for Active and Group Experiences
As a UAE-born brand shaped by authentic hospitality and immersive experiences, JA Resorts & Hotels continues to evolve alongside the nation it calls home. Across the country, time is increasingly spent in ways that feel shared and intentional, with community-led and active experiences taking quiet precedence, a shift JA has long been part of through its distinctive blend of world-class hospitality and considered lifestyle experiences. Home to JA Palm Tree Court, JA Beach Hotel, and JA Lake View Hotel, the resort reflects how modern residents choose to stay, play, and unwind.