Ouvertures d’hôtels

🏨 Hospitality ON reveals a non-exhaustive list of the most awaited hotel openings internationally, including a map of new hotels opened in the last 10 days, featuring their location, photos, and key information. Hotels are color-coded: yellow for openings this week; blue for announced openings happening later in the year; green for rebrandings opened this week; orange for signed hotel projects set to open in the future.

🏨 In March 2025, The Originals Hotels added two new members to its network, expanding its presence in the North and South of France. The 3-star Hôtel Cap Maya in Cap d'Agde, with 40 rooms, recently underwent a rebranding and refurbishment. Located near the port, beach, and convention center, it joined The Originals Network in April 2025. The 2-star Hôtel Moustache in Seclin, close to Lille, built in 1993 with 59 rooms featuring a street art facade and a cocooning style, also became part of the group.

🏡 La Dolce Vita Orient Express, the first luxury train entirely designed in Italy, was unveiled at the Roma Ostiense station. The inauguration ceremony marked the beginning of a new travel era with eight meticulously crafted routes featuring millennia-old culture, scenic landscapes, and cuisine by three-star Michelin chef Heinz Beck. The train's inaugural journey, "Voyage through the Tuscan vineyards," starts on April 4th, taking passengers to Montalcino. This significant project is a collaboration between Arsenale, Orient Express, Trenitalia, Fondazione FS, and Treni Turistici Italiani, representing the rebirth of railway travel as the ultimate indulgence in luxury.

🏨 Jumeirah Capri Palace, located in the heart of Anacapri, blends contemporary design with traditional architecture. Recently reopened, the hotel showcases new suites designed by renowned architect Patricia Urquiola, inspired by the local nature of Capri. A series of exclusive gastronomic events featuring starred chefs is scheduled for April, May, June, and August. The Capri Medical Spa offers wellness escapes for guests seeking relaxation.

🏨 The Originals Hotels added two new members in March, following five new additions in February. They joined The Originals City and The Originals Access categories. The Originals City, Hôtel Cap Maya in Cap d’Agde, has 40 rooms, located 150m from the port, 1km from the beach, and 200m from the Palais des Congrès. Reservations available from April 1st, 2025. The Originals Access, Hôtel Moustache in Seclin, is situated next to the A1 highway, near Lille, and was built in 1993.

🏦 Travelodge's financial results for 2024 show a revenue increase of +0.1% to £1,036 million from £1,035 million in 2023, achieved through new hotel openings in the UK and Spain. Despite market pressures and lower London prices affecting RevPAR, the group maintained a comparable EBITDA of £224.1 million, buoyed by high occupancy rates from tourists attending events like Wimbledon and business travelers at the World Travel Market.

🏨 Ibis Styles expands in the German market, with recent and planned openings, including ibis Styles Neckarsulm, Hamburg HafenCity, and Munich Airport. The 97-room Ibis Styles Neckarsulm, following a complete renovation of the former hotel Nestor, now features a design reflecting local automotive history and wine culture, offering family rooms, accessible rooms, and compact suites. The hotel includes electric vehicle charging stations, bike storage, a fitness area with Technogym equipment, and a locally inspired breakfast. By mid-2025, ibis Styles plans to open a 403-room hotel in Hamburg HafenCity, which is part of a larger project including commercial, leisure, and entertainment spaces.

🏨 Aethos, recognized for community and well-being focus, to open a new lifestyle hotel and private club in East London by summer 2025, marking its first UK establishment. The former Nobu Hotel London Shoreditch, acquired by Limestone AG, will be transformed into the 164-room Aethos London Shoreditch, starting September 2025. A private club, culinary concept, wellness spa, and longevity-focused training studio are part of the revamp. Aethos operates hotels and private clubs in Corsica, Italy, Portugal, with plans for Lisbon, Madrid, and Majorca expansions.

🏠 Meliá Hotels International has expanded its luxury brand, The Meliá Collection, by adding the first five-star property in Formentera, the Five Flowers Hotel & Spa. In partnership with Paya Hotels, this luxurious hotel is situated just 150 meters from Es Pujols beach and near Formentera's tourist center. Guests can choose from 79 hippie-chic styled rooms, including family rooms and suites with jacuzzis. The Grand Suite features a round bed and private jacuzzi. Other amenities include a buffet breakfast with show cooking, a rooftop cocktail bar offering 360° views, and a fitness club with yoga classes.

🏥 Palace Merano, an Italian South Tyrol medical spa, reopens post extensive transformation by French interior designer Michel Jouannet. Upgrades include contemporary reinterpretation of treatment and dining areas, with a focus on balance and harmony. Two new Revital® programs introduced: Sport Performance and Relax & Balance, aimed at enhancing athletic performance and reducing physical and mental tensions. Reopened under the vision of Commendatore Pietro Tosolini (acquired in 2005) and his son, architect Paolo Tosolini, maintaining the Belle Époque building's soul while innovating.