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Introducing InterContinental Grand Ankara - Heritage meets modern luxury in the heart of Türkiye

Introducing InterContinental Grand Ankara - Heritage meets modern luxury in the heart of Türkiye

11 June 2026 Press Release Hotel News Organisations & Operators

InterContinental Grand Ankara – part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury & lifestyle portfolio – has opened its doors, following an extensive transformation of one of the city’s most iconic addresses. Marking a new era for luxury hospitality in Türkiye’s capital, InterContinental Grand Ankara joins the world’s first and largest luxury hotel brand, continuing the brand’s legacy of pioneering new destinations in every corner of the world.  Originally opened as The Grand Ankara Hotel in 1966, the reimagined property is a testament to the global evolution of InterContinental, which is defining the luxury travel experience for today’s modern luxury traveller. Its aim is to strike a harmonious balance between freedom and familiarity, built on the belief that travel expands the mind and connects cultures.

Hale Hōkūala Kaua‘i, Curio Collection by Hilton, Now Accepting Reservations Beginning October 2026

Hale Hōkūala Kaua‘i, Curio Collection by Hilton, Now Accepting Reservations Beginning October 2026

11 June 2026 Press Release Hotel News Organisations & Operators

Hale Hōkūala Kaua‘i, Curio Collection by Hilton, a lifestyle resort debuting on Hawai‘i’s “Garden Island” later this year, is now accepting reservations for stays beginning Oct. 1, 2026. The property will represent Curio Collection by Hilton’s arrival in the Aloha State. “From the moment guests arrive, Hale Hōkūala Kaua‘i will immerse them in the spirit of our culture,” said Jon Itoga, general manager, Hale Hōkūala Kaua‘i. “As part of Curio Collection by Hilton, the resort will offer a distinctive, locally inspired experience rooted in thoughtful design and Hawaiian hospitality. More than a place to stay, it will serve as a welcoming home base for guests to explore and connect with Kaua‘i on their own terms.”

IHG Hotels & Resorts signs Holiday Inn Mandi, strengthening presence in Himachal Pradesh

IHG Hotels & Resorts signs Holiday Inn Mandi, strengthening presence in Himachal Pradesh

11 June 2026 Press Release Hotel News Organisations & Operators

IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of a management agreement with Mac View Infrabiz Private Limited for the development of Holiday Inn Mandi. The 100-key hotel will strengthen IHG’s presence in the state and support its continued expansion across high-potential commercial and transit destinations in North India.

Marriott International Completes Transaction to Bring Lefay into its Global Portfolio

Marriott International Completes Transaction to Bring Lefay into its Global Portfolio

11 June 2026 Press Release Hotel News Organisations & Operators

Marriott International, Inc. today announced it has entered into a joint venture with the Leali family, founders of Lefay, to bring the highly regarded luxury wellness hospitality brand into Marriott’s global portfolio. The closing of the transaction marks an important step in Marriott’s strategy to expand its focus on wellbeing and introduces Lefay as the company’s first brand focused exclusively on luxury wellness.

Evok Collection announces the opening of Brach Roma - Q1 2027

Evok Collection announces the opening of Brach Roma - Q1 2027

11 June 2026 Press Release Hotel News Organisations & Operators

Evok Collection announces the opening of Brach Roma in the first quarter of 2027: a new address in the heart of the historic city centre, a few steps from the Tiber and just 100 metres from Piazza del Popolo. With Rome, Brach unveils its third destination, following Brach Paris and Brach Madrid, and continues to shape an international brand with an instantly recognisable character: a living, urban, cultural expression of luxury, designed to engage in dialogue with the city.

citizenM to Debut Third Washington, D.C. Hotel in Historic Georgetown District

citizenM to Debut Third Washington, D.C. Hotel in Historic Georgetown District

10 June 2026 Press Release Hotel News Organisations & Operators

Opening in June 2026, Marriott International and Another Star – the hotel management company that owns and operates citizenM’s current portfolio of 37 hotels in the US and Europe – will debut its third Washington, D.C. property: citizenM Washington, D.C. Georgetown. The opening marks the first property opening for citizenM as part of Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands. All citizenM guests can now earn and redeem Marriott Bonvoy points across all citizenM stays. Travelers can also still enjoy access to citizenM’s paid membership program, mycitizenM+, which now includes instant Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite status for members.

Preferred Hotels & Resorts Unveils Two of Africa’s Most Anticipated Openings Of 2026

Preferred Hotels & Resorts Unveils Two of Africa’s Most Anticipated Openings Of 2026

This year, Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand, is introducing two of the continent’s most anticipated escapes for 2026: a barefoot-luxury eco-lodge on Zanzibar’s peaceful southeast coast and an intimate safari retreat set deep within Madikwe Game Reserve, one of South Africa’s most pristine wilderness areas.

Dusit International strengthens India expansion with signing of Dusit Princess Rishikesh

Dusit International strengthens India expansion with signing of Dusit Princess Rishikesh

9 June 2026 Press Release Hotel News Organisations & Operators

Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has signed a hotel management agreement with Atmosphere, a luxury real estate and hospitality development company focused on creating premium lifestyle destinations, to introduce Dusit’s upper-midscale Dusit Princess brand in the Tehri Garhwal region of Uttarakhand. Slated to open in 2031 amidst the tranquil Himalayan foothills near Rishikesh, one of India’s most sought-after destinations for spirituality, wellness and adventure tourism, the project is envisioned as an upscale mixed-use development that combines contemporary hospitality with immersive, wellness-led experiences inspired by the surrounding natural landscape.

Avani Sukhumvit Bangkok Achieves ASEAN MICE Venue Certification

Avani Sukhumvit Bangkok Achieves ASEAN MICE Venue Certification

Avani Sukhumvit Bangkok has achieved top certification under the ASEAN MICE Venue Standard (AMVS) and the Thailand MICE Venue Standard (TMVS), following a THB 8 million investment in event technology and venue enhancements. The certification recognises the hotel’s operational and service standards and strengthens its position for corporate meetings, conferences, incentive programmes, events and weddings in Bangkok’s connected Sukhumvit district. In the latest AMVS audit, the hotel ranked among Thailand’s top five highest-scoring meeting venues.

IHG Hotels & Resorts brings HUALUXE to the Taiwan market with Taipei signing

IHG Hotels & Resorts brings HUALUXE to the Taiwan market with Taipei signing

8 June 2026 Press Release Hotel News Organisations & Operators

IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed HUALUXE Taipei in partnership with Fullon Hotels & Resorts, marking the brand’s debut in the Taiwan market and another step forward in bringing HUALUXE Hotels & Resorts to more markets around the world. Expected to open in 2026, the hotel builds on the partners’ successful collaboration on voco Chiayi and IHG’s growing presence in the Taiwan market.