GIC Purchases 16 Marriott Four Points Flex Hotels in Japan for $800M
GIC acquired 16 Marriott-operated hotels in Japan for approximately ¥125 billion ($800 million). Marriott will continue operating the properties under Four Points Flex by Sheraton.
Choice Hotels Expands Upscale Portfolio with Six New Openings
Choice Hotels International opened six new upscale properties across Florida, Colorado, Vermont, and Wisconsin, pushing its portfolio beyond 300 hotels. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts increased its share repurchase authorization by $400 million.
Azul Hospitality Converts Sheraton Carlsbad Resort to Hotel Solea Autograph Collection
Azul Hospitality Group finalized the conversion of Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa into Hotel Solea, Autograph Collection in March 2026. The multimillion-dollar renovation preserved operations during transformation, repositioning the 201-room resort for lifestyle travelers and groups.
The Lind Launches First Resort in Palawan at Coron in 2026
The Lind is opening its first resort in Coron, Palawan, Philippines. The new property is scheduled to open in 2026 as the brand's initial entry into the Palawan market.
1 Hotels Debuts Austin Location; Hyatt Launches Hyatt Vivid Punta Cana
1 Hotels has opened a 252-room property in Austin’s tallest tower with nature-focused design and wellness features. Hyatt debuted Hyatt Vivid, a 467-room adults-only all-inclusive resort in Punta Cana with social and wellness programming.
GCC Hotels to Gain 126,000 Rooms by 2030, Supply Hits 616,000 Keys
GCC countries plan to add nearly 126,000 new hotel rooms by 2030, raising total supply to 616,000 keys. Occupancy rates fell across the region in early 2026 due to geopolitical tensions affecting international travel.
IHG Launches Two Noted Collection Hotels in Tokyo, Enters Asian Market
IHG Hotels and Resorts will open two Noted Collection hotels in Tokyo, its first move into East Asia. This marks IHG's initial premium brand entry in the region.
Circa Resort Completes Hotel Tower Expansion, Adds Premium Rooms
Circa Resort & Casino completed the final phase of its hotel tower expansion in Las Vegas on September 29, 2026. The resort introduced a new collection of premium rooms with the expansion.
GCC to Add 126,000 New Hotel Rooms, Total Keys to Reach 616,000 by 2030
The Gulf Cooperation Council plans nearly 126,000 new hotel rooms by 2030, raising total keys to 616,000. Occupancy rates across GCC countries fell in early 2026 amid regional tensions, impacting international travel and hotel demand.
IHG Launches Noted Collection Hotels in Tokyo, First Asia Entry
IHG will open two Noted Collection premium hotels in Tokyo. This is the brand's first entry into East Asia and the Pacific region.
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