Category Hotel, Organisations & Operators

Sofitel, a pioneer of French luxury hospitality since 1964, announces the transformation of Sofitel Rio de Janeiro Ipanema into the brand’s first flagship hotel in Brazil. With its inauguration scheduled for end of 2026, the hotel will emerge as a renewed icon on Ipanema Beach, offering 172 rooms and suites and a bold expression of Sofitel’s contemporary vision of luxury hospitality.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced the opening of Masana Algarve, the first Destination by Hyatt branded resort in Portugal. The hotel opening builds on the brand’s recent launches in Lisbon and Madeira and reflects Hyatt’s continued brand expansion across Portugal, with plans for room count of Hyatt hotels to triple in the country by 2027.

The first Hyatt-branded hotel in Brooklyn, N.Y. has now debuted, adding a modern hideaway to the city’s cultural district. St. Louis-based Midas Hospitality and its partner ACRES Capital developed the 104-room upscale hotel, The Livingston, part of the JdV by Hyatt brand. Designed for travelers with a sense of genuine discovery and community, the 22-story hotel ties into local culture with thoughtfully curated spaces.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announces the launch of Grand Hyatt İzmir İstinyePark, marking the second Grand Hyatt hotel in Türkiye and reflecting the growth brand presence of Grand Hyatt across Europe, Africa and the Middle East. Formerly managed under the Hyatt Regency brand, the property has undergone a redesign of public spaces, offering an enhanced arrival experience for guests. This includes a new courtyard and an elevated lobby entrance that has convenient access to the luxury retail destination, İstinyePark İzmir Shopping Mall, as well as a stylish new restaurant FARO7, and an exclusive Grand Club, which is set to open soon. With a contemporary design, spacious spa, and gastronomic delights, Grand Hyatt İzmir İstinyePark is a haven for those in search of a redefined city experience.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation have announced that The Georgian, a storied oceanfront hotel on Ocean Avenue in Santa Monica, has joined The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, a global portfolio of distinctive luxury hotels known for their individuality and character.

Hilton have announced an exclusive agreement with YOTEL that will provide guests yet another way to stay within the hospitality leader’s growing global portfolio.  With highly efficient hotels in urban markets, YOTEL has pioneered ways to meet changing guest needs through stays that feature smart room design, and clever tech-enabled features.

Europe-based luxury hospitality and real estate developer Omnam Grouptoday unveils a significant evolution of its brand, marking a new chapter in its journey to becoming one of Europe’s most established and influential hospitality development and investment groups. Founded in 2011 and led by David Zisser, the group introduces expanded integrated capabilities, enhanced teams, and a refreshed visual identity. Together, these new developments illustrate the scale, maturity, and end-to-end scope of Omnam’s operations as the company advances a pipeline of landmark hospitality projects across Europe. The portfolio, representing a combined total project value of €2.6 billion, includes Baccarat Florence, Rosewood Bauer Venice, Park Hyatt Taormina, Four Seasons Puglia, a unique luxury project in Paris and the recently launched The Lake Como EDITION, among others.

Key West Historic Inns, a collection of boutique properties located throughout the heart of Old Town Key West, has officially joined Small Luxury Hotels of the World™ (SLH), expanding the collection’s global reach and introducing new travelers to its intimate, experience-driven stays.

Planet Hollywood Resorts International today announced its debut in Tbilisi, Georgia, bringing its globally recognized, entertainment-driven hospitality brand to the market through a newly executed license agreement with Orbi Group and Block Group, in association with Iconic Entertainment.
This milestone project introduces the nation’s first fully integrated resort- anchored by Planet Hollywood’s signature fusion of cinematic energy, lifestyle, and immersive guest experiences.

The weeks between late March and early May are a cherished moment in Amsterdam’s calendar, with many visitors returning year after year to share the tulip season with family and friends. To offer a fresh perspective on this annual spectacle, Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam has expanded its signature Tulips in Bloom collection with new and refreshed experiences.