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January 2, 2026

Hilton

Hilton has secured three new hotel signings for its DoubleTree brand in Morocco, Togo and the Republic of Congo. The move includes a historic debut in Togo with an upscale airport property in Lomé. These developments are part of a broader plan to triple Hilton's presence in Africa, where the company already has over 100 hotels in the pipeline. Key features of the new sites include West Africa’s largest conference centre in Brazzaville and a luxury resort in Marrakech.
Hilton is set to expand its luxury footprint in the Caribbean with the 2028 opening of AMARIS Grace Bay in Turks and Caicos. The project will operate under the LXR Hotels & Resorts brand and feature 170 guest rooms alongside high-end branded residences. This development is part of a broader push by Hilton to double its luxury presence in the region through its top-tier brands.
Hilton and Higuerón Developments have announced the signing of the Waldorf Astoria Marbella, set to open in Spain’s Malaga Province in 2029. The resort will feature 120 guest rooms and 120 Waldorf Astoria branded residences, offering luxury accommodations with views of the Mediterranean. Amenities will include a 750 square metre spa, indoor and outdoor pools, a gym and multiple dining venues, including the brand’s iconic Peacock Alley.
Hilton has marked the lifestyle brand’s debut in Medellín, Colombia, with the opening of the 111-suite York Medellin, Curio Collection by Hilton. This is the 27th Hilton property in Colombia and the third Curio Collection hotel in the country. Situated in the exclusive El Poblado neighbourhood, the hotel features stylish suites, fully equipped kitchens, and smart technology.
Aleph Hospitality has been appointed to manage the first Tapestry Collection by Hilton hotel in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, a new 84-key property owned by AREA Investment and Real Estate scheduled to open in 2027. This venture strengthens Aleph’s relationship with Hilton, making this their third Tapestry Collection management contract.
Kronos Homes has launched its first mixed-use tourism project in Lisbon, the €150 million MIMA development in the Parque das Nações district. A core component is MIMA Living, offering 180 residential apartments with a new concept of urban housing. The fully furnished apartments, designed by Broadway Malyan, combine contemporary architecture and flexibility. Notably, the model offers professional tourism management, allowing buyers to generate income when not occupying the homes.

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