Category Hotel

Hilton has today announced the signing of the new Hilton Adelaide East End at 299 Pirie Street, marking the next chapter in the brand’s long-standing presence in South Australia.

Spanning 27 stories, Hilton Adelaide East End will be a 251-room new-build hotel intentionally designed with vibrant spaces to set the stage for every stay. Developed under a franchise agreement with Auriga Investments and to be operated by Trilogy Hotels, the hotel will form part of Arcadia, a contemporary mixed-use project set to revitalise the eastern end of the CBD. Strategically located just over 1km from Rundle Mall and the East End, and surrounded by dining, nightlife and cultural destinations, the hotel will place guests at the center of this sought-after destination, capturing both business and leisure demand in one of Adelaide’s most connected precincts.

Luxury travel is shifting toward residential hospitality, as private villas redefine privacy, flexibility and high-end travel experiences.

Hotel Calimala Florence announces the opening of The Lobby, a new ground-floor aperitivo bar, complemented by a refreshed culinary direction at Angel Roofbar & Dining. Together, the two concepts reflect the hotel’s continued evolution of its food and beverage offerings, creating a cohesive journey starting with pre-dinner Italian aperitivo culture to an elevated rooftop dining experience overlooking Florence.

Hilton is set to grow its lifestyle portfolio to more than 200 trading and pipeline properties in EMEA. As part of this growth, the company has announced multiple new signings across its lifestyle and Collection brand portfolio, including the debut for Motto by Hilton in France and Tapestry Collection by Hilton in Germany.

With owner demand and traveller appetite for experience-led stays continuing to rise, Hilton has now surpassed 100 trading lifestyle hotels across EMEA, reinforcing lifestyle as one of the company’s most dynamic growth segments.

When it comes to planning a trip to Chicago, Illinois, what travelers tend to look for goes beyond just a place to lay their heads—they are in search of an experience. The Windy City is known for its alive arts scene, world class architecture, and deep dish pizza, but at the end of a day out at Millennium Park, Navy Pier, or the Magnificent Mile, what guests look for is a hotel room which is a retreat. For those that are into a bit of luxury and indulgence, Chicago hotels with Jacuzzi rooms are the best of both comfort and style.

The Peninsula Paris is pleased to announce the appointment of Luc Delafosse as Managing Director, effective 2 March 2026. Mr. Delafosse brings extensive international luxury hospitality experience, having held senior leadership roles in key hotels in global cities including London, Beverly Hills, Paris, Monaco, Dubai and Riyadh.

Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announced the opening of Le Méridien Dehradun Resort & Spa. Set along the tranquil Nun River, framed by the foothills of the Himalayas, the resort marks the brand’s arrival in Dehradun, an emerging leisure hub and key gateway to some of North India’s most sought-after hill destinations, including Mussoorie, Rishikesh, and Haridwar.

To celebrate Ramadan and the Year of The Family, Premier Inn Middle East is inviting children aged 3 to 11 from across the UAE to take part in its Ramadan Art Competition. Embracing the theme ‘My Family in Ramadan’, young artists are encouraged to illustrate how their families celebrate being together, sharing, and the joy of Ramadan.

At The Ritz-Carlton, Amman, excellence is a daily practice. Throughout 2025, this philosophy has been affirmed on both regional and global stages, as the hotel earned a series of prestigious accolades recognizing its leadership in luxury hospitality, wellness, sustainability, and service culture. Together, these honors mark 2025 as a defining year for The Ritz-Carlton, Amman, reinforcing its position as one of the region’s most distinguished luxury destinations.

Las Vegas Sands announced today that Patrick Dumont will become the company’s chairman and chief executive officer effective March 1, 2026.  Mr. Dumont will succeed Robert G. Goldstein, who becomes a senior advisor to the company through March 2028.