Ennismore has signed The Hoxton, Madrid, marking its first property in the Spanish capital and the brand’s second in Spain following Barcelona. Opening in 2026 on Plaza de Santa Ana, the hotel will feature 192 rooms, a rooftop bar, and Il Bambini Club, extending The Hoxton’s distinctive lifestyle offering across Europe as part of Ennismore’s growing pipeline.
The Energy & Environment Alliance has launched a global consultation to develop the first sector-wide sustainability accounting standards for hotels and lodging. Backed by members representing over 50,000 hotels and £360bn in capital, the initiative aims to produce audit-grade disclosure rules aligned with IFRS S1 and S2, shaping how hospitality assets are financed, insured and valued.
Aleph Hospitality has expanded its footprint in Saudi Arabia with new hotel management agreements and projects, bringing its national portfolio to 11 properties totalling 2,354 keys. Announced at the Future Hospitality Summit in Dubai, the growth spans major cities including Riyadh, Jeddah, Makkah, the Eastern Province and Abha, with the group targeting 20 hotels in the Kingdom by 2030.
Modon Hospitality, the specialist arm of Abu Dhabi-based Modon Holding, has announced the launch of Olympia Resort Abu Dhabi, a luxury active lifestyle destination set to open on Hudayriyat Island in early 2026. Positioned as a first-of-its-kind performance-based hospitality experience, the resort will combine wellness, sport, and leisure, marking another step in Abu Dhabi’s efforts to enhance its reputation as a global hub for active living and sports tourism.
Radisson Hotel Group has surpassed 210 hotel signings and openings in 2025, continuing its record-breaking growth across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. With strong expansion in China and India and multiple new openings in Europe, the Group is on course to cement its position among the world’s most dynamic hotel companies.
Banyan Group is celebrating its 100th resort milestone with the grand opening of Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree and the launch of its first Rainforest Festival in Singapore. Running from 27 November to 3 December 2025, the festival will raise funds for the President’s Challenge, featuring a week of sustainable experiences, music, and community-led activities.