Ouvertures d’hôtels

🏨 B&B HOTELS to expand in the U.S. with new hotel in Miami's Brickell district following openings in Orlando, Jacksonville, and Miami by end of 2024. The Brickell hotel marks the chain's first greenfield development in the U.S., featuring 40 rooms. This growth, facilitated by Habitus Capital partnership, aligns with B&B HOTELS' goal to reach 3,000 global properties within the next decade. CEO Valerio Duchini emphasizes commitment to exceptional customer experience.

🏖 Four Seasons will manage the historic Park Gstaad hotel in Switzerland, which originally opened in 1910. Owned by philanthropist Dona Bertarelli, the hotel is undergoing renovation by Squircle Capital, with interior design by Joseph Dirand. The renovation preserves the hotel's historical style while adding contemporary updates. The refurbished hotel will offer 75 rooms and suites, plus Penthouse residences for purchase. The Park Gstaad is set to reopen after the extensive renovation, enhancing Four Seasons' portfolio in the European mountain resort region.

🏡 NH Collection is set to make a mark in the Balearic Islands with its first 5-star establishment in Ibiza, opening in April 2025. Located near the island's historic old town and marina, the hotel promises a unique experience combining design, amenities, and services. NH Collection will rebrand the originally opened 2017 Sir Joan Hotel, which enjoys a prime location overlooking Ibiza's port and old town. The hotel will undergo extensive renovations to update its facilities while maintaining its original style. With 38 rooms and suites, the establishment aims to be a significant asset to Ibiza's tourism scene. Real estate investment manager AX Partners acquired the hotel for €28 million as part of their larger Mediterranean portfolio strategy, including plans to purchase an additional property.

🏨 Accor to open three new Ibis hotels in Madrid by 2025: ibis Styles Madrid Airport Valdebebas (260 rooms), ibis Madrid Norte Las Tablas (148 rooms, Q3 2025), and ibis Budget Madrid Albasanz. This expansion brings Accor's Madrid portfolio to 28 hotels with 4,114 rooms. The ibis Styles will feature a restaurant, rooftop pool, and airport shuttle, while ibis Madrid Norte offers electric vehicle charging.

🏨 Hilton announces partnership with Arteloge for four new hotels in Lyon, introducing the Spark by Hilton brand to France and expanding DoubleTree by Hilton. Spark by Hilton Lyon Ouest, Spark by Hilton Lyon Park Saône to open late 2025; Spark by Hilton Lyon Eurexpo in summer 2026; DoubleTree by Hilton Lyon Plage by 2028. Combined, the hotels will provide 655 rooms. This marks over a 50% planned increase in Hilton's French portfolio, reflecting a strategic focus on Lyon's culture, commerce, and connectivity.

🏦 Rocco Forte Hotels to open The Carlton Milan at the end of summer 2025 in Milan's ex-Baglioni Hotel Carlton on Via della Spiga, following major renovations. First, Rocco Forte House Milan debuted in September 2024. The Carlton Milan will have about 70 rooms/suites, designed by Olga Polizzi and interior designers Paolo Moschino and Philip Vergeylen. Amenities include a restaurant, bar lounge, wellness center with gym and spa, and a rooftop bar with a 360-degree view. The Carlton Milan becomes the tenth Rocco Forte property in Italy.

🏨 Mercure opened its first hotel in Ankara, Turkey, in the lively Kızılay district. The Mercure Ankara Kızılay, centrally located near commercial areas, cultural sites, and the business district, offers 72 newly renovated rooms with contemporary amenities blended with local cultural elements. Paul Stevens, Deputy General Manager of Accor's Middle East, Africa, and Türkiye division, highlights the opening as an exciting step in Accor's expansion. Guests can enjoy a variety of dining options, including an open buffet breakfast at Shine restaurant and light snacks at Kentro Café.

🔔 Hospitality ON tracks international hotel openings and brand changes, highlighting recent and upcoming events. Newly opened hotels are marked in yellow, announced openings in blue, rebranded or reopened hotels in green, and newly signed hotel projects in orange. The editorial map showcases openings from the past 10 days, focusing mainly on group hotels, chains, and voluntary networks. The map provides locations, photos, and key information on these developments.

🛏 Colodge expands in Lyon, France, with a new co-living space accommodating 12 residents in the Vaise district. The property, formerly artist Gabriel Gouttard's workshop, includes 11 bedrooms, a private studio, communal kitchen, coworking space, shared garden, dining terrace, and gravel courtyard. Co-living has evolved from basic accommodation to a premium lifestyle choice for a diverse demographic including students, entrepreneurs, and remote workers.

🏠 Jost's fourth hotel opens in the Wazemmes district of Lille, featuring 102 rooms and dormitories designed by Studio Hekla and O Architecture across 4,852 m². The hotel offers a dynamic range of experiences with a lobby and a central foodcourt showcasing six chefs' diverse cuisines. Studio Hekla and Meltgroup designed the welcoming decor, blending historical and modern elements. JOST hotels focus on hybrid concepts, social, festive, and cultural experiences, structured around five pillars: drink, eat, work, play, and sleep.