Ouvertures d’hôtels

🏨 Design Hotels, a collective of about 300 independent hotels, grew its global portfolio by 10% with 29 new agreements over the last 12 months. Notable expansions include the U.S. and Mexico, adding 7 new destinations and 10 new hotels in the U.S., exceeding 25 properties in Mexico. The Warren Street Hotel by Firmdale in Tribeca, New York, opened in February 2024, marking the 11th Firmdale opening. Design Hotels' properties reflect the unique vision of each owner, creating personalized, passionate guest experiences.

🏨 Pullman Perth Airport, an ultramodern hotel opening in 2027, will feature 240 rooms and suites over eight floors, rooftop bar and restaurant, lobby cafe-lounge, gym, sauna, meeting rooms, and coworking spaces. Dan Sweet, Chief Property Officer at Perth Airport, announced a $5 billion (about €3 billion) investment program, Perth's largest private infrastructure development, including a new terminal and the airport's first hotel, in partnership with global hotel group Accor.

🏨 Hyatt Regency expands to Romania with the upcoming Hyatt Regency Aro Palace Brașov, as part of a plan to develop five new Hyatt Regency hotels by 2027. This expansion results in a 70% growth of the brand in the Balkans. The hotel, developed by Aro Palace S.A., is located in the economic and tourist hub of Brașov.

🏨 The luxurious Sofitel Dublin Airport, developed in partnership with the Arora Group, is slated to open by the end of 2026 with about 412 rooms. It will be connected to terminal 2, enhancing the Irish tourism sector and marking the brand's first hotel in Ireland. Accor's CEO, Sébastien Bazin, highlights the project as a fusion of French luxury and local culture, aiming to elevate the hospitality standard and celebrate the historical and modern aspects of Ireland.

🏖️ Four Seasons Resort & Residences Caye Chapel set to open in 2025 in Belize. The luxury resort will feature 104 rooms and suites, plus 18 overwater bungalows, and 2 to 4-bedroom private residences starting at $4.5 million. Designed by Mauricio Gomez de Tudo and Taller G, guests will have access to two beach clubs, a cenote-inspired spa, and a 10-hole golf course by Greg Norman. An adventure concierge service will offer unique excursions.

🏨 Groupe Ginto Hôtels expands its collection with the acquisition of Hôtel Pilgrim in Paris' 5th arrondissement, marking its second acquisition in the city and first on the Left Bank, Latin Quarter. The group now has 208 keys over 6 establishments, offering chic, neighborhood-oriented hospitality with tailored guest experiences. The purchase, in partnership with the Arnaud Family, aligns with Ginto Hôtels' investment strategy in France, as stated by co-founders Brice de Puymorin, Emmanuelle Pochat, and Julien Kiefer.

🏨 IHG Hotels & Resorts, in partnership with NOVUM Hospitality, launched three Garner hotels in Germany, marking the brand's European debut. The hotels, totaling 307 rooms, include Garner Hotel Hamburg Nord (100 rooms), Garner Hotel Elmshorn (75 rooms), and Garner Hotel Augsburg Nord (132 rooms). These openings are part of a conversion agreement aiming to introduce over 50 Garner hotels across Germany, with plans for Holiday Inn and Candlewood Suites as well. Garner brand offers mid-range accommodation focused on essentials and comfort at an affordable price.

🏠 In Dakar, the prestigious Terrou-Bi hotel is undergoing a total renovation, set to introduce a modern business center and luxury suites with ocean views by 2026. Aimed at enhancing guest experiences with redesigned spaces like the Diamono music and mixology hub, the serene Jàmm, and the Ebene Café blending African and Californian influences. This project signifies Terrou-Bi's commitment to becoming a landmark not only for luxury stays but also as a representation of Senegalese craftsmanship on an international scale. Terrou-Bi features 167 rooms and suites, including 149 comfort rooms of 32m², 8 prestige rooms of 45m², and 6 suites.

🏖️ Regent Santa Monica Beach Hotel opened on October 1, 2024, near the 5.6-kilometer Santa Monica shoreline. The luxury hotel marks Regent's historic return to North America, featuring rooms of at least 67 square meters, rain showers, double vanities, and bathtubs. Guests can enjoy the Orla restaurant by renowned Chef Michael Mina, blending Mediterranean flavors with Californian cuisine, as part of Santa Monica's autumn offerings of culinary experiences, luxury stays, and seasonal events.

🏕 Mondrian, launched in 1996 in Los Angeles, expands with the Mondrian Gold Coast in Burleigh, Queensland, known for its eclectic vibe and surf culture. Chadi Farhat, director of operations, sees Australia as a strategic priority. The 24-story hotel, designed by Fraser & Partners, features 208 studios and residences with designs by Studio Carter, inspired by local white sandy beaches and coastal landscapes. The ground-floor restaurant, created by Alexander & Co, boasts a terrace blurring indoor-outdoor lines, complementing Burleigh's vibrant energy.