Minor Hotels has expanded its footprint in Austria by signing the historic Grand Hotel Europa in Innsbruck. The landmark property will join the NH Collection portfolio and is set to become the city's only five-star hotel following an extensive renovation. Scheduled to open in 2029, the revamped luxury hotel will feature 120 rooms, a rooftop bar and a restored historic ballroom.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has officially opened Hyatt Place Jiaxing Nanhu, debuting the brand in the historic water town of Jiaxing, China. The new 241-room hotel expands Hyatt's presence in the Yangtze River Delta region, offering modern rooms, 24-hour dining and business amenities near South Lake.
Blacksand has signed a major agreement with Marriott International to build ten new hotels across Saudi Arabia. The four-year multi-brand project will introduce more than 1,300 rooms across the country. Key properties will span luxury, premium and extended-stay sectors. The first location is scheduled to launch in Riyadh, with construction and design planning already underway to support national tourism growth.
Design Hotels has announced its largest portfolio expansion to date by adding 16 properties operated by US hospitality group Palisociety. The deal integrates over 1,000 keys across nine American destinations into its global network. The properties will gain access to Marriott International distribution channels and the Marriott Bonvoy travel loyalty platform.
Vietnamese developer Sun Group has formed a strategic alliance with Singaporean operator The Ascott Limited. The deal introduces 1,700 premium accommodation rooms across Ho Chi Minh City and Phu Quoc. Four distinct international hospitality brands will be deployed to capture diverse traveler demographics. Notably, the partnership debuts the lifestyle concepts lyf and HARRIS in Vietnam, aiming to prolong visitor stays and elevate local tourism competitiveness.
Miraval Resorts and Spas has opened its first international location, Miraval The Red Sea, on Shura Island in Saudi Arabia. Announced on 9 June 2026, the 180-room adults-only wellness retreat blends the brand's mindfulness philosophy with local heritage. The eco-friendly resort features the largest spa on the island, plant-forward dining and specialised wellness programs powered completely by renewable energy.
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