Ouvertures d’hôtels

🏨 Mama Shelter is set to open a new hotel in Toulon in January 2028, located in the historic former bishopric on Cours Lafayette. The hotel aligns with Mama Shelter's bold, playful brand identity and contributes to the city center's transformation. Serge Trigano, founder of Mama Shelter, claims it will be the most charming of the brand's 19 global locations. It will feature around 100 rooms across five floors, a restaurant, and a bar centered around a centenary plane tree under a glass roof.

🏨 Royal Group of Companies has tasked Sunset Hospitality Group (SHG) with managing its new 165-room hotel, Casa Mett, set to open in 2027 on the former Ming Arcade site near Orchard Road, Singapore. The curved 13-story building will rise to 100 meters, covering 1128m², with room rates varying from €310 to €345 per night. This marks SHG's second project in Singapore.

🏡 Relais & Châteaux welcomes 11 new members worldwide, spanning Europe (Greece, Italy, Luxembourg, France), the Middle East (Turkey), Asia (India, Japan), the United States (Washington D.C), the Caribbean (Bahamas), and Central America (Guatemala). President Laurent Gardinier emphasizes their shared values in hospitality, gastronomy, and cultural diversity, reinforcing the association's commitment to a respectful, united world. One of the properties, AHÃMA GÜNLÜKLÜ BAY in Fethiye, Turkey, will open on June 1, 2025, with 63 guest rooms.

🏨 Hôtel Mercure Président Biarritz Plage reopened after ambitious renovations completed on March 5, involving a €2.5 million budget and less than 4 months of work. The hotel now features a lifestyle concept blending Biarritz's iconic elements with contemporary expectations, offering 69 modern and refined rooms, a welcoming atmosphere with an elegant, timeless design and 70's Californian touches, along with a lounge and co-working space. Director Thuy VU credits the exemplary commitment of teams and local partners for the swift transformation.

🏨 Hôtels Akena opened their 4th establishment in Nantes metro area; the Akena Nantes Orvault, a 2-star hotel, set to upgrade to 3 stars post-renovations. Open since 2013, Akena Reims-Bezannes started room transformations early this year and plans reception space expansion by 2026. The strategically located Orvault hotel offers 46 rooms and will soon renovate common areas and half its rooms, adding a seminar room. A 5-member team serves guests, offering local produce at breakfast and free gym access.

🏖 Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab, a new ultra-luxury hotel, opens in Dubai next to the wave-shaped Jumeirah Beach Hotel and the sail-like Burj Al Arab. Designed by renowned architect Shaun Killa, the hotel boasts a futuristic aesthetic inspired by superyachts, blending the region's rich heritage with innovative service and style.

🏡 The Madeho hotel group unveils "Hôtel du Savoir" in the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Paris, targeting culture and elegance lovers. The hotel, designed by Laune Architecture, features a vintage decor with 50s and 60s influences, and offers 20 intimate, detail-oriented rooms. The design includes materials and motifs that narrate a story, with ceiling designs inspired by the nearby Sorbonne and a collection of carefully selected books.

🏬 On March 20, 2025, Printemps opened its first U.S. store at One Wall Street in New York City's financial district, marking both its international expansion and its 160th anniversary. The 5,000-square-meter space, designed by interior architect Laura Gonzalez, features a unique blend of French elegance and New York vibrancy across two levels. The store boasts over 400 brands across fashion, accessories, jewelry, beauty, and design, including exclusive creations new to the American market. Key attractions include the “Red Room” adorned with 250 million red and gold mosaics beneath a 10-meter-high ceiling, and thematic spaces such as the “Playroom,” “sneaker room,” “Salon,” “Garçonnière,” “Fragrance Cellar,” and “Beauty Corridor” enhance the immersive shopping experience.

🏠 Nobu Hospitality announces a flagship project in Manchester, in partnership with Salboy – Viadux 2, set to be the tallest building outside of London at 246 meters. The £360 million development will feature a 76-story tower with 160 hotel rooms, event spaces, Nobu restaurant and bar, and 452 Nobu residences, marking the brand's entry into the UK luxury real estate market. Residents will enjoy amenities such as Nobu catering, room service, an exclusive pool, spa, gym, and a dedicated experience team.

🏦 Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced the addition of Maison Métier and The Barnett to the World of Hyatt loyalty program and their respective Hyatt brands. Maison Métier, owned by The Domain Companies, is housed in a historic 1908 building and features 67 rooms and suites, blending Parisian guesthouse charm with contemporary design. The Barnett underwent significant renovations to join JdV by Hyatt, celebrating local community and joie de vivre. Both New Orleans properties are managed by HRI Hospitality and maintain their independent spirit while offering Hyatt's world-class services.