Hotel News

Marriott International will open its first urban Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Shanghai by 2030 within a 103-story tower on the North Bund. The 110-room hotel will mark the full presence of Marriott’s luxury brands in the city amid ongoing expansion by major U.S. hotel groups in Greater China.

Fairmont Bangkok Sukhumvit, Thailand’s first Fairmont hotel, opened in August 2026 with 416 rooms and extensive event facilities. The property emphasizes luxury lifestyle, sustainable design, and phased dining and wellness experiences.

AWC and Fairmont Hotels & Resorts have opened Fairmont Bangkok Sukhumvit, Thailand’s first Fairmont hotel with 416 rooms and over 2,000 square meters of event space. The hotel introduces new dining, wellness, and co-living concepts in Bangkok’s Sukhumvit district.

Marriott International will open the Ritz-Carlton Reserve Shanghai in 2030 within a mixed-use tower on the North Bund. The hotel, with about 110 rooms, marks Marriott’s first urban Reserve property and expands its luxury footprint in Shanghai.

Hyatt Vivid Cancun, an adults-only all-inclusive resort in Cancun, Mexico, opened in August 2026, featuring 416 ocean-view rooms and suites. The resort offers seven restaurants and bars, a spa, sports facilities, and cultural activities, with nightly rates from $280 or 20,000 World of Hyatt points.

IHCL unveiled the Taj Palace hotel in Lucknow in August 2026, featuring 181 rooms and suites. This opening expands IHCL's presence in Uttar Pradesh's hospitality sector.

Fairmont Bangkok Sukhumvit, the first Fairmont hotel in Thailand, officially opened on August 23, 2026, in the Sukhumvit district of Bangkok. The 416-room luxury hotel features over 2,000 square meters of event space and introduces seven dining venues throughout 2026.

Marriott International shares remained stable as investors monitored consistent RevPAR growth in key markets. Marriott Vacations reported $1.32 billion in Q2 2026 revenue, surpassing analyst expectations.

Hyatt Vivid Cancun opened in August 2026 as an adults-only all-inclusive resort with 416 ocean-view rooms. Located minutes from Cancun International Airport, nightly rates start at $280 or 20,000 World of Hyatt points.

Aiden by Best Western expanded its hotel portfolio to 58 properties with new openings in Germany, Thailand, and the U.S. during 2026. Over 20 additional Aiden hotels are in development worldwide, targeting late 2026 and 2027 openings.