Marriott International has made its debut in The Democratic Republic of the Congo with the simultaneous opening of Protea Hotel by Marriott Kinshasa and Four Points by Sheraton Kinshasa. The hotels, managed by SARV Management LLC, offer tailored experiences for business and leisure travellers, with the Protea Hotel featuring 88 rooms and the city’s first indoor pool, and the Four Points by Sheraton offering 134 rooms, a rooftop pool, and 230 square metres of meeting space.
Premium-casual Canadian restaurant chain Moxies is officially opening its first Washington D.C. location on December 9, at 1111 20th St. NW, near Dupont Circle. The new flagship venue, spanning over 8,000 square feet, will serve its signature menu of globally inspired dishes. The D.C. franchise is led by former Executive Chef Brandon Thordarson, who stated the Dupont Circle area is the "perfect place" for the brand's sophisticated and social atmosphere.
IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of Mangala Estate Kuantan, a 67-villa eco-luxury resort, marking the entry of its Vignette Collection brand into Malaysia. Located in Kuantan, Pahang, the property is a nature-rich sanctuary aligned with Vignette Collection’s ‘Means for Good’ hallmark, featuring lush greenery, two lakes for activities, and a focus on farm-to-table dining.
Pan Pacific Hotels Group has signed a management agreement for PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Manila Bay, marking another step in its long-stay expansion across Southeast Asia. The 169-suite project, located within a mixed-use development in Metro Manila, is expected to open in the first half of 2027 as demand for extended-stay accommodation continues to rise in the region.
Brassbell Hospitality Group has launched Fanaya Hotel in Jeddah, its first property in Saudi Arabia and the foundation of a wider expansion strategy. The art-driven hotel features curated creative spaces, bespoke design collaborations, and 51 suites, reinforcing the Group’s commitment to culturally inspired hospitality as the Kingdom’s tourism sector continues to accelerate.
Hilton has announced the signing of the Waldorf Astoria Scarlet Bay in the Peloponnese, marking the iconic luxury brand’s first venture in Greece. The development signals a significant milestone in Hilton’s rapid expansion across Greece, a world-class destination where the company now manages over 60 hotels trading and in the pipeline.
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