Hilton continues growth momentum in Japan and China

The Peacock Alley in Waldorf Astoria, Osaka makes debut welcome for the brand in the city. Photo Credit: Hilton

Hilton has announced two landmark signings for key growth markets in Japan and China, marking Waldorf Astoria’s debut in Osaka, while Conrad takes prime spot in Chongqing.

These signings are for management agreements inked with Orix Real Estate Corporation and Chongqing Jiafa Industrial Co., Ltd.

When both hotels open, they will join the ranks of 30 operating hotels under the company’s group of luxury […]

Six Senses makes Japan debut in Kyoto

Six Senses Kyoto is set to launch in spring 2024. Photo Credit: Six Senses

When Six Senses Kyoto launches in spring 2024, it will mark the brand’s debut in Japan, in collaboration with Tokyo-based Wealth Management.

The hotel will sit in a prime spot within Kyoto’s Higashiyama district, with the famous Gion district a short walk away. Design elements will reflect the prefecture’s rich history and the Myoho-in temple and Tokyoku-Jina shrine bordering the hotel.

“The development carefully incorporates the historic and cultural […]

Banyan Tree banks on five brand additions to double global footprint by 2025

Banyan Tree Group is set to double its footprint of 54 properties across 23 countries by 2025 with the introduction of five new brands launching in the next 18 months.

As a pioneer of purposeful stewardship and responsible tourism, this expanded global portfolio of 10 unique brands will allow the group to increase its impact in the countries where it operates while taking advantage of post-Covid growth opportunities in purposeful travel.

Banyan Tree adds five new brands to portfolio; Homm Bliss Southbeach […]

Swiss-Belhotel International teases Vietnam expansion, unveils new branded residences plan

Swiss-Belhotel International, one of the world’s fastest-growing hotel management groups, is set to bring four high-end trademarks from its 16-brand portfolio to the Vietnamese market, including its upscale Swiss-Belresidences branded residences offering, Grand Swiss-Belhotel, Grand Swiss-Belresort, Swiss-Belhotel and Swiss-Belresort.

Swiss-Belhotel International’s launch into Vietnam comes as branded residences are fast on the rise across the country, following a 170% surge in the past decade alone, driven by rapid GDP growth and a rising number of high-net-worth individuals. As more Vietnamese seek […]

Accor debuts luxury brand with inaugural flagship hotel in China

Accor has introduced the Emblems Collection, a global portfolio of boutique hotels and luxurious resorts, with the brand’s first hotel and flagship property to debut in China’s Guizhou province.

Guiyang Art Centre Hotel, Emblems Collection, residing in the city’s famous Guiyang Art Centre, is slated to open in December 2022. Originally built as an opulent private residence, this crown jewel of the capital city attracts visitors with its lush landscaping, sprawling grounds, and serene wellness ambience. The property will feature 64 […]

Kimpton goes to Khai Yai, Thailand

IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a deal with Nusasiri Public Company to open its third Kimpton hotel in Thailand, following the brand’s debut in Bangkok last October and its signing in Koh Samui this April.

Opening in 2024, the 100-room luxury wellness resort Kimpton Khao Yai will offer scenic mountain views across all of its 70 rooms and 30 pool villas. Guests will enjoy Kimpton’s innovative culinary experiences in its restaurants and locally-inspired drinks in its lobby bar, along with […]