Accor Selects Ink 48 as MGallery’s First U.S. Flagship in NYC
Accor has named New York City’s Ink 48 hotel as the first U.S. flagship for its MGallery Collection, effective 2028. The hotel will remain open during renovations to boost its boutique luxury status.
IHG signs two-hotel franchise deal, debuts Garner Hotels in Malaysia
IHG has signed a two-hotel franchise agreement with King Park Hotel Sdn. Bhd., launching its franchise model and the Garner Hotels brand in Malaysia. Garner Hotel Kota Kinabalu will rebrand existing hotel rooms with phased openings by 2029, while Holiday Inn Express Tawau will open in 2028.
FDC International Hotels H1 2026 EPS Up 48%; Hangzhou Hotel Trial in October
FDC International Hotels reported a 48% increase in first-half 2026 EPS, reaching NT$1.14. Hangzhou FDC Hotel will begin trial operations in late October 2026.
Accor Selects Ink 48 as MGallery Collection’s First U.S. Flagship Hotel
Accor’s MGallery Collection will open its first U.S. flagship hotel in 2028 with the Ink 48 in Manhattan. The 222-room hotel, jointly owned by Capstone Equities and Leyad, will undergo renovations while maintaining operations.
Asia Hotel Rates to Rise in 2027 with Market Variability
Hotel room rates in Asia are expected to increase in 2027, with variability across markets according to Amex GBT. The differing rates mirror demand and market shifts amid travel recovery.
Accor Adds Ink 48 as MGallery’s U.S. Flagship Hotel in New York City
Accor’s MGallery Collection has designated Ink 48 in New York City as its first U.S. flagship hotel, with official integration set for 2028. The hotel maintains operations during renovations and is managed by Rebel Hotel Company under new ownership by Leyad and Capstone Equities.
FDC International Hotels EPS Up 48% in H1 2026; Hangzhou Hotel to Open in...
FDC International Hotels achieved a 48% rise in EPS to NT$1.14 for the first half of 2026, led by expense control and growth in entrusted management. Their Hangzhou FDC Hotel will start trial operations in late October 2026 with 190 rooms.
Accor’s MGallery Names Ink 48 Its First U.S. Flagship Hotel
Accor's MGallery Collection has signed the Ink 48 hotel in New York City as its first U.S. flagship property, with official joining set for 2028. The hotel will undergo renovations while maintaining independent operation during transition.
Lemon Tree Hotels Signs 90-Room Deal in Patancheru and Acquires Bandra Land
Lemon Tree Hotels announced a new 90-room hotel in Patancheru managed by Carnation Hotels and acquired land in Mumbai for a 172-key Premier hotel. These expansions follow a dual asset strategy across key economic corridors amid rising business travel demand.
New Hotel Opening Near Hollywood Casino and Kansas Speedway in 2026
A new hotel attached to Hollywood Casino will open near Kansas Speedway in Kansas City in September 2026. The hotel will offer lodging options adjacent to the casino for area visitors.
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