luxury hotels

Marriott Expanding Luxury Presence in Asia Pacific

Marriott International has unveiled plans to double its luxury presence in Asia Pacific by adding more than 100 luxury hotels to its current footprint of 113 luxury properties. Marriott made the announcement at the International Luxury Travel Market (ILTM) conference in Shanghai, June 5-8, 2017. The Asia-Pacific expansion represents over half of the company’s global growth in this … Read More about Marriott Expanding Luxury Presence in Asia Pacific

Gran Melia Opening in Brazil in March

RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil — Meliá Hotels International will debut its Gran Meliá luxury brand in Brazil with the grand opening of Gran Meliá Nacional Rio in March, it was announced Jan. 17. Built in 1972 in Rio de Janeiro’s São Conrado area as the Hotel Nacional, the property, following extensive renovations, has reopened after more than a decade of being left abandoned. The refurbishment has … Read More about Gran Melia Opening in Brazil in March

Marriott Doubles Luxury Footprint Across 8 Brands

CANNES, FRANCE — Marriott International, Inc. announced on Dec. 5 that it has doubled its portfolio of luxury hotels through its recent merger with Starwood Hotels & Resorts. Post-merger, Marriott’s luxury brands group now includes the St. Regis, The Luxury Collection and W Hotels brands, in addition to the company’s Ritz-Carlton, Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Bulgari Hotels & Resorts, … Read More about Marriott Doubles Luxury Footprint Across 8 Brands

Trump Vancouver Offers 15,000 s.f. of Meeting Spaces

VANCOUVER — The Trump International Hotel and Tower Vancouver, slated to open in January, will feature more than 15,000 square feet of meeting and event space. The 69-storey hotel’s meeting and event spaces include the 5,500-square-foot Grand Ballroom, with 19-foot ceiling; leather and dyed eucalyptus wood walls; floor-to-ceiling windows; and custom built air walls featuring an STC rating … Read More about Trump Vancouver Offers 15,000 s.f. of Meeting Spaces

Ritz Launching in NW China Ancient Capital

HONG KONG — The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company has signed an agreement with Zhongda Zongfanxin Proprietary Company to manage its first property in Northwest China, it was announced Oct. 11. Expected to open in 2018, The Ritz-Carlton, Xian will feature 288 guestrooms and suites. Two ballrooms, Japanese and Cantonese restaurants, and a bar, Flair, will also form part of the new hotel’s … Read More about Ritz Launching in NW China Ancient Capital

Raffles Singapore Undertaking 3-Phase Renovation

SINGAPORE — Raffles Hotel Singapore will embark on a three-phase renovation, it was announced Oct. 11. Phase one will begin in January 2017 and see the Raffles Hotel Arcade undergo restoration while other areas of the property operate normally. The Arcade houses 40 regional and specialty shops; indoor and outdoor function areas, including The Ballroom and The Lawn; the 388-seat theatre venue … Read More about Raffles Singapore Undertaking 3-Phase Renovation

The Robey to Open in Chicago in November

BERLIN — The Robey, featuring 69 guestrooms, is planning to open in downtown Chicago in November, it was announced last month. Situated at the six corners of Damen, Milwaukee and North Avenue, The Robey’s 69 rooms are split across 12 floors. Rooms and suites range from 215 to 258 square feet, and all feature a shower and a king-size bed, apart from the Landmark Queen room that features a … Read More about The Robey to Open in Chicago in November

Park Plaza Nuremberg Opens

LONDON — Park Plaza Nuremberg, featuring a design by Scott Brownrigg Interior Designs, has opened, it was announced Oct. 4. Located opposite the 19th century central railway station in the former home of the Bavarian-American Hotel, the 177-bed hotel features a design influenced by the city’s cultural and medieval history. All bedrooms feature Park Plaza beds, a modern design highlighted by … Read More about Park Plaza Nuremberg Opens

Boston’s Ames Hotel Joins Curio Collection

BOSTON and MCLEAN, Va. – Following a multimillion dollar renovation, Ames Boston Hotel has joined Curio – A Collection by Hilton, it was announced Sept. 29. The first hotel to join the Curio collection, the 114-room Ames Boston Hotel operates in the historic Ames Building, built in 1893 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Each guestroom, including one-bedroom suites, … Read More about Boston’s Ames Hotel Joins Curio Collection

Waldorf Astoria Targets San Francisco

MCLEAN, Va. — Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts announced on Aug. 9 its newest property, Waldorf Astoria San Francisco, which will be the centerpiece of a 2 million square-foot, mixed-used complex that will feature luxury entertainment, retail and office space. Waldorf Astoria San Francisco will occupy the first 21 stories of a tower designed by architecture firm Foster + Partners. Located … Read More about Waldorf Astoria Targets San Francisco

Sheraton Grand Debuts in London

LONDON — Sheraton Hotels & Resorts has designated the Sheraton Grand London Park Lane, admitting it to the brand’s premier tier of hotels, it was announced July 25. Joining 32 other Sheraton Grand properties worldwide, the Sheraton Grand London Park Lane will start a new chapter in its 90-year history this October, following a multi-million dollar renovation. Sheraton Grand is one of many … Read More about Sheraton Grand Debuts in London

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