Hotel Openings

🍴 La Stella Italian Steakhouse and Music Lounge opened in Addison, Dallas in 2025, occupying an 11,000-square-foot space that housed Lawry's The Prime Rib for over 40 years. Designed by Daniele Venenzoni, it blends Old World Italian and Art Deco styles. The venue, hosting over 400 guests, includes a music lounge for 21+ patrons. Signature dishes include a 40-ounce bistecca alla Fiorentina and Japanese A5 wagyu steak. Expansion plans target Fort Worth.

📍 Peachtree Group opened a 122-room Home2 Suites by Hilton at 4870 Lakeview Overlook Plaza, Ashburn, VA, marking their seventh property this year. Ashburn, known as "Data Center Alley," is a major tech hub with strong investments like Alphabet’s $1 billion expansion. The hotel offers modern suites with kitchens, flexible social spaces, and fitness facilities. Peachtree's division manages 112 hotels across 30 brands in the U.S. The location is under 10 miles from Dulles International Airport.

🏨 Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) marked its 35th anniversary in 2025 by adding 100 new member hotels, surpassing 650 properties across over 90 countries. In 2026, new openings include Niva Labriz Seychelles, Shanghai Muh Shoou Zhujing in China, The Landmark Rhodes in Greece, and THE PASONA in Japan. In Australia, Levantine Hill Hotel will open, as well as Sanctuary Rainforest Resort in Dominica. SLH’s partnership with Hilton celebrated its first anniversary in July 2025, boosting revenue by 18%.

📑 Sonesta International Hotels Corporation opened 45 hotels in November under franchisee NPA. These include 30 Sonesta ES Suites, 14 Sonesta Select Hotels, and 1 Sonesta Simply Suites, spread across 15 states. This expansion is part of a planned sale of 113 managed properties. By 2024, Sonesta aims to add 10 more properties, totaling 14,803 rooms in 28 states. NPA aligns with Sonesta for their industry expertise and market knowledge.

🏨 Travelodge expanded significantly in 2025, opening 21 hotels and adding over 1,800 rooms in the UK. New builds were in Skegness, Harwich, London Beckenham, and Chiswick, while 17 hotels were acquired and rebranded. Nine hotels were upgraded, with more to follow in 2026. Projects include a 182-room hotel in Cardiff and developments in Douglas and Watford. Internationally, new acquisitions in Madrid and Bilbao are planned for 2026-2027. Sustainability features were emphasized in new builds.

🏖 Centara Hotels & Resorts will open its first Nepal property, Himalayan Hideaway Resort Pokhara, in January 2026. Located in Kaskikot, 35 minutes from Pokhara, this resort offers 42 rooms, suites, and villas. Guests can engage in activities like yoga, trekking, and paragliding. Facilities include restaurants, a pool, and a rooftop terrace. The resort is part of The Centara Collection, known for unique hotels. For more details, visit [centarahotelsresorts.com](https://www.centarahotelsresorts.com/the-centara-collection/amn).

🏨 Scottish hospitality operator Buzzworks will acquire the Nether Abbey Hotel in North Berwick in mid-January, marking its first venture into accommodation. The hotel, a family-run establishment for over 60 years, will undergo a seven-figure refurbishment, transforming it into a venue with 12 rooms, a pub, and a restaurant. Construction is set for spring 2026, with reopening in late 2026. The redevelopment will create 25-45 jobs, retaining current staff during refurbishment. Buzzworks aims to expand its presence in East Lothian.

📍 Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced the grand opening of Hyatt Place Busan Yeonsan, the first Hyatt Place in Yeonsan, Busan, South Korea. This addition brings the total to six Hyatt Place properties in South Korea. The hotel offers 160 guestrooms with city views, smart TVs, and high-speed Wi-Fi. The Placery dining space offers a diverse menu. The design by RMSJ features modern Korean aesthetics. Conveniently located near Yeonsan Station, it offers easy access to Busan's business districts.

🏨 Hilton signs DoubleTree by Hilton Kintele in Brazzaville, Republic of Congo, enhancing Central Africa presence. Opening in 2026, the hotel will offer 200 rooms, fitness center, spa, and river-view dining. Integrated with West Africa's largest conference center (75,000 sqm), it accommodates 1,500 guests. Signed with SEDIC, it joins 700+ DoubleTree hotels globally. Other African additions include Angola, Ethiopia, and Morocco. Hilton commits to Congo's event infrastructure, offering signature hospitality and warm welcomes.