Hotel Openings

🏥 Davidson Hospitality Group expands into Europe, announcing the addition of Ragdale Hall Spa in Leicestershire, UK. Set on 13 acres, the spa features 93 rooms and suites, 11,400 square feet of spa facilities, six pools, and 42 treatment rooms. The group aims to maximize profitability and deliver heartfelt hospitality. Davidson's European focus will be on upper-upscale and luxury hotels, starting with this iconic wellness retreat.

🏨 Columbus, Ohio—In 2021, Whitestone Companies initiated a strategic transformation of its legacy management firm, culminating in the launch of Soartress Hospitality, headquartered in Columbus. CEO Jay Batra shared that over four years, the company redefined its structure, culture, and technology, aligning with a people-centric vision. Soartress, a subsidiary of Whitestone, focuses on high-quality guest experiences and aims for future growth. It manages a diverse portfolio of select-service, extended-stay, and full-service hotels.

🏨 Hilton Birmingham at UAB, October 2025, Birmingham, Alabama: Completed a multi-million-dollar renovation of 295 guestrooms and 16,000 sq. ft. of meeting/event space. CCR Architecture & Interiors and P&M Construction led the project. New additions include Blazer’s Grill and a 24-hour fitness center. Located on UAB’s campus, amenities feature a free shuttle, outdoor pool, and pet-friendly options. Managed by Pyramid Global Hospitality, owned by the UAB Educational Foundation.

🏨 Hilton Garden Inn Da Nang, Vietnam, opened with 234 rooms. Hyatt Centric Ville-Marie, Montreal, Canada, launched with 177 rooms. The St. Regis Kanai Resort, Riviera Maya, Mexico, debuted with 124 rooms. Kimpton Margot Sydney, Australia, is opening with 172 rooms. These new hotels bring diverse styles and offerings under renowned brands, enriching global hospitality. ????

💰 Accor upgraded its 2025 EBITDA forecast to 11%-12%, up from 9%-10%, thanks to resilient Q3 performance. The group, with over 5,700 hotels, reported a 3.1% revenue rise in management and franchise. Q3 revenue was €1.37bn, with luxury rising 0.2% and midscale falling 1.1%. RevPAR in Europe/North Africa dropped 4.6%, while the Americas grew 7.1%, and the Middle East/Africa/Asia-Pacific rose 2.7%. Accor opened 77 hotels, adding 11,200 rooms, and plans a €100m share buyback.

🏨 IHG Hotels & Resorts and tristar Austria GmbH will open the Kimpton Salzburg hotel in mid-2028. Located along Salzburg's historic riverbanks, the hotel will feature 119 rooms, including 11 suites, and offer amenities like a fitness center and wellness area. This marks Kimpton's debut in Austria and strengthens IHG's presence in the DACH region, with 210 open hotels and 63 under development. The hotel aims to attract both business and leisure travelers.

🏠 Who? Melia Hotels International. When? Announcement in 2025. Where? Miami, Brickell district. What? 110 branded residences with luxury amenities like an infinity pool, wellness center, and dining. How? Developed by Urban Network Capital Group, designed by Concepto Taller de Arquitectura and Adriana Hoyos Design Studio. Owners can join a rental program. Why? Expanding Melia's presence in the North American branded residences market, following projects in Dubai, Vietnam, and future developments in Seychelles and Montenegro.

🌴 Who? Mondrian and Hyde Ibiza hotels. When? Enhanced offerings for 2026. Where? Overlooking Cala Llonga Bay, Ibiza. What? New meetings and events offerings, including 550 rooms, 7 restaurants, 900 sqm meeting space. How? By providing exclusive buyouts during shoulder seasons, versatile event spaces like Coachella (184 sqm), Art Basel (120 sqm), and Sounds of Hyde (304 sqm), for up to 300 people. Additionally, home to the IMS festival, they offer curated experiences, blending luxury and cultural immersion.

📈 Accor's Q3 2025 highlights show a 3.1% management and franchise revenue boost. Recurring EBITDA guidance increased to 11-12%. A $116 million share buyback is slated for Q4. Accor opened 77 hotels, adding 11,200 rooms, with a portfolio of 859,830 rooms by September 2025. RevPAR for luxury grew by 4.3%, while lifestyle rose by 6.9%. Total revenue reached $1.59 billion, slightly up by 0.1% despite currency and scope effects. 2025 goals include 3-4% RevPAR and 3.5% net growth.

🏨 Lauren Krostue, vice president of IHG Hotels & Resorts, discussed Ruby, a brand founded in Germany in 2013, at The Lodging Conference 2025. Ruby features 16 open hotels with 2,673 rooms and 19 in the pipeline with 3,984 rooms worldwide. Targeting individualists aged 25-60, Ruby emphasizes unique, urban micro accommodations with rooms from 150-225 square feet. IHG aims to open 120 hotels globally over the next decade and 250 in 20 years, focusing on U.S. and European expansion.