1 Hotels officially opened a new property in Austin, Texas, in September 2026. Located in the tallest tower in Texas within the Rainey Street District, 1 Hotel Austin offers 252 rooms and suites. The hotel’s interior design incorporates nature-inspired elements, including abundant indoor plants. Amenities include a restaurant led by James Beard nominee chef Johnny Curiel, a wine bar, Bamford Wellness Spa, and a rooftop pool with expansive views of the Texas sky. Cash rates start at $372 per night, with most rates near $600.
Hyatt Launches Hyatt Vivid Punta Cana Adults-Only Resort
Hyatt opened Hyatt Vivid Punta Cana, an all-inclusive, adults-only resort with 467 guest rooms on
the beaches near Punta Cana airport in the Dominican Republic in September 2026. The resort caters to social explorers, conscious connectors, digital nomads, and travelers seeking meaningful experiences, according to Hyatt’s brand description. It features five upscale restaurants, seven bars and lounges, and a wellness cafe. Guests can participate in activities such as DJ sets, spa rituals, holistic wellness sessions, and creative workshops. Cash rates begin around $390 per night based on double occupancy. Hyatt Vivid Punta Cana is categorized as a World of Hyatt Category C all-inclusive resort, with award nights priced between 20,000 and 40,000 points.
Brand Background and Location Details
1 Hotels
is part of the Starwood hotel brand revived by Barry Sternlicht, emphasizing wellness, sustainability, design, and understated luxury. The Austin property exemplifies this focus with its social and nature-driven design. Hyatt’s Hyatt Vivid brand aims to serve socially engaged and wellness-focused travelers through lifestyle-oriented all-inclusive resorts. Hyatt Vivid Punta Cana was developed in a renovated former resort near Punta Cana airport, enhancing Hyatt’s all-inclusive portfolio in the Caribbean.
