Accor plans to expand its hotel presence in Albania with five new properties in Tirana and coastal destinations. The group currently operates three hotels in Albania across three brands. Its expansion plans will introduce Handwritten Collection and Novotel to Tirana. Accor also plans to launch its Swissôtel brand in key
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced a landmark portfolio agreement with long-term partner GCP Hospitality, the hospitality arm of Gaw Capital Group. The milestone deal covers 14 hotels in Kyoto, totalling 1,063 rooms. The portfolio includes 12 Garner hotels, one Holiday Inn
Wanda Hotels & Resorts has surpassed 300 operating hotels, marking a new stage in the expansion of one of China’s major hotel management groups. Established in 2007, the company provides services across hotel design, development, and operations. Its portfolio spans luxury, upscale, and mid-scale properties, from hotels in major cities
IHG Hotels & Resorts is strengthening its presence in Taiwan with five new hotel signings and the launch of the IHG One Rewards LINE MINI App. The latest developments will expand IHG’s brand portfolio while giving members more convenient access to digital services. IHG currently operates 17 hotels across eight
Marriott’s Westin brand is set to debut on the Gold Coast, with La Vie Hotels & Resorts appointed to manage the landmark 138-key luxury hotel opening in late 2029. La Vie Hotels & Resorts has reached another significant milestone after being appointed to manage The Westin Gold Coast, a landmark
Radisson Hotel Group is strengthening its presence across Southeast Asia and the Pacific through a market-specific development strategy that aligns each brand and operating model with local demand and owner objectives. The Group continues to expand in established gateway cities, leading leisure destinations and emerging markets while serving business, leisure,
Accor is significantly expanding its presence in China, targeting 1,600 hotels across Greater China within the next five to six years, nearly doubling its current portfolio as the hospitality group strengthens luxury growth and strategic partnerships in one of the world’s most important tourism markets. At a Shanghai press conference,
Radisson Hotel Group has appointed Armand Steinmeyer as Vice President, Development, Southeast Asia, underscoring the company’s ambitions to accelerate growth across one of the world’s most competitive and fast-evolving hospitality markets. The appointment comes as international hotel brands continue to expand across Southeast Asia, driven by rising travel demand, growing
This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Phuket’s hotel development pipeline continues to accelerate as international brands compete for one of Asia’s strongest leisure travel markets. The signing of voco Phuket Patong by IHG Hotels & Resorts reflects growing confidence in
Marriott International signed more than 200 deals in Greater China in 2025—adding over 36,000 rooms to its pipeline and delivering its second consecutive year of record growth—as luxury, premium, and select-service brands accelerate expansion across major cities and emerging destinations. What Happened Marriott International accelerated its development momentum across Greater
Hyatt debuts the Andaz brand in Hong Kong with a new lifestyle hotel opening 2027 in Central Crossing—celebrating culture, heritage and design Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced plans for Andaz Hong Kong Central, the city’s first Andaz-branded property, scheduled to open in 2027. The new hotel will anchor Central Crossing,
IHG IHG Hotels & Resorts announces that it has surpassed one million open rooms across the globe, as demand for its brands continues to grow. IHG is the third global hotel brand company to reach this portfolio milestone, together with Marriott International and Hilton. IHG’s global hotel portfolio ended the first half of 2025
Hyatt expands brand portfolios Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced plans to expand its luxury and lifestyle brand portfolios in Asia Pacific, with nearly 90 properties expected to open over the next five years. Since 2017, Hyatt has doubled the number of luxury rooms, tripled its resort rooms, and grown lifestyle
Series by Marriott™ Marriott International has announced the global launch of its new collection brand for the midscale and upscale lodging segments – Series by Marriott™ – as the company continues to expand its lodging offerings around the world. Series by Marriott is expected to expand Marriott’s global presence by
Holiday Inn Express “Dawn” IHG Hotels & Resorts’ (IHG) upper-midscale brand, Holiday Inn Express, has launched its latest 5.0 product model, “Dawn,” in response to evolving consumer expectations for value and a more thoughtful approach to hotel investment. The new model brings comprehensive upgrades in space design, service details, and
Hampton by Hilton Phuket Town Hilton announced the debut of its award-winning Hampton by Hilton brand in Thailand through the signing of Hampton by Hilton Phuket Town, marking a strategic expansion in South East Asia’s thriving midscale segment. With this launch, Hilton will have nine brands operating in South East Asia, where it
Hyatt Centric is set to increase its worldwide footprint by 50 percent by the end of 2028 The Hyatt Centric brand celebrates its continued expansion in popular hubs. In 2024, the brand saw growth with hotel openings in a few of the world’s most exciting cities, including Cairo, Egypt, Shanghai, China, San José,
(Photo by Artyzen Hospitality) Representatives from Artyzen Hospitality, Shun Tak Holdings Limited, Xi’an Yang’s Real Estate and Xi’an Hi-tech Zone Urban Living Room Development Center celebrate the milestone of the new luxury hotel project. Pictured are Mr Rogier Verhoeven, Executive Director and President of Group Hospitality Division, Shun Tak Holdings
Marriott Celebrates Marriott International Celebrates Outstanding Development Year With 6.8% Net Rooms Growth and Record Number of Gross Openings in 2024
Marriott Record Number of Gross Openings in 2024 Marriott International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAR) announced another year of strong global growth, with a record 123,000 gross rooms openings, net rooms growth of 6.8% for the full year 2024, and over 577,000 rooms in the company’s development pipeline at year-end. Marriott continued
Swissôtel Shanghai Hongqiao Swissôtel is rapidly diversifying across greater china, adding new Swissôtel living apartments. The Shanghai Hongqiao Gubei Business Development Area is undergoing a transformation, with new infrastructure and amenities to upgrade the area for residents and create a business focal point in western Shanghai and the Yangtze River Delta.