Hotel News

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.

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’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 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 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 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.

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.

Lemon Tree Hotels signed an agreement to develop a 90-room hotel in Patancheru, Telangana, and acquired ₹120 crore land in Bandra, Mumbai. The Bandra site will house a 172-key Lemon Tree Premier hotel.

Accor’s MGallery Collection has signed New York’s Ink 48 hotel as its first U.S. flagship, which will join the brand officially in 2028 after renovations. Owned by Capstone Equities and Leyad, the hotel features 222 guestrooms including suites and rooftop amenities.

IHG signed a two-hotel deal in Malaysia, launching its franchise model and debuting Garner Hotels. Garner Hotel Kota Kinabalu will open in phases from 2027 to 2029, with Holiday Inn Express Tawau following in 2028.