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IHG Group surpasses one million rooms and marks its best half-year of openings
With 197 hotels opened in six months and a portfolio grown to 1.05 million rooms, IHG posts its best first half-year of development. Behind the figures…
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Italian luxury hotels attract $636 million: Chris Hohn’s fund bets on their debt
Chris Hohn's London-based fund holds $636 million in debt backed by four Italian luxury hotels owned by the Statuto group. It is not buying any of them: it is financing their debt, a sign…
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Palace Hotel Tokyo opens the doors of the Dior bamboo pavilion to its guests
Palace Hotel Tokyo is offering a one-night stay paired with a private tour of the bamboo pavilion opened by Dior in Daikanyama, and a table at Café Dior by Anne-Sophie Pic. An offer that…
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The three The Hari hotels, from London to Singapore, join Vignette Collection
Belgravia, Wan Chai, and soon Orchard Road: the three Harilela family properties are moving under the Vignette Collection banner. An operation that speaks volumes about how groups now recruit high-end independent hotels.
Luxury hotels in the Pyrenees: the mountain range moves upmarket, from the Pic du Midi to Béarn
L'Hôtellerie des Laquets is set to open in September 2026 at 2,620 metres on the Pic du Midi. Alongside it, châteaux, thermal spas, and fine dining…
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Hôtel Barrière Le Royal Deauville: Headquarters for the Month of the Horse in August 2026
From the Deauville Barrière Meeting and Arqana sales to the Gold Cup polo and Longines Deauville Classic, discover how Hôtel Barrière Le Royal orchestrates the month of the horse, culminating in the Grand Prix…
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Spa hotels in the Vosges: our 3 best addresses, from Ventron to Gérardmer
The department's first five-star hotel, three pools by Lake Gérardmer, and a Relais & Châteaux run for five generations: three spa hotels in the Vosges.
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Alsace Spa Hotels: Our 6 Addresses, from the Wine Route to the Vosges
From La Cheneaudière and its 2,500 m² to Le Clos des Sources, limited to ten people per day: six spa hotels in Alsace, nestled between vineyards and the Vosges mountains.
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Tokyo, Japan
We tested the Park Hotel Tokyo: our full review and rating (9.3/10)
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Kaga, Japan
We tested the Hoshino resorts KAI Kaga ryokan in Japan: our review
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Osaka, Japon
OMO7 Osaka by Hoshino Resorts Hotel: Our Review After Testing
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Kyoto, Japon
We tested OMO5 Kyoto Gion by Hoshino Resorts: our full review in the heart of the geisha district
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Paris, France
We tested the Bloom House Hôtel & Spa in Paris: our full review and rating (2026)
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Paris, France
We tested La Fantaisie in Paris: our full review and rating (2026)
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Paris, France
We tested the Ritz Paris hotel: our full review and rating (2026)
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Saint-Tropez, France
Our Full Review of Hotel Sezz Saint-Tropez: Design, Serenity, and a Michelin-Starred Restaurant Steps from the Beach
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Saint-Tropez, France
Our complete review of Kube Saint-Tropez: design, myBlend spa and Le Petit Célestin rooftop
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Kaga, Japan
We tested the Hoshino resorts KAI Kaga ryokan in Japan: our review
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Versailles, France
We tested the “Dolce by Wyndham Versailles” hotel · Domaine du Montcel, our full review
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Hotel news France
Pyrénées
Luxury hotels in the Pyrenees: the mountain range moves upmarket, from the Pic du Midi to Béarn
Deauville
Hôtel Barrière Le Royal Deauville: Headquarters for the Month of the Horse in August 2026
Vosges
Spa hotels in the Vosges: our 3 best addresses, from Ventron to Gérardmer
Alsace
Alsace Spa Hotels: Our 6 Addresses, from the Wine Route to the Vosges
Annecy
Spa hotels in Annecy: our 4 addresses, from the corniche to the Talloires shore
Paris
Restaurant CIRA Brings the Riviera to the Courtyard of Paris Marriott Champs-Élysées
Deauville
Spa hotels in Normandy: our 4 favourites, from Honfleur’s kitchen garden spa to Deauville’s Guerlain
Cannes
Hôtel Martinez in Cannes Unveils a Gourmet Collection with Maison Gabrielle
Paris
IFTM 2026: Dates, Ticket Prices and Highlights of the Paris Tourism Trade Fair
Le Lavandou
Hôtel Les Roches in Le Lavandou: a French Riviera legend reborn facing the sea
Côte d'Azur
The Soniho group, five lifestyle hotels for a different Côte d’Azur experience
France
Luxury family hotels: our 5 addresses, from Gordes kids’ club to Deauville’s adjoining suites
Hotel news World
Tokyo
Palace Hotel Tokyo opens the doors of the Dior bamboo pavilion to its guests
Cascais
Kimpton Quinta da Marinha Resort opens on the Portuguese Riviera
Îles Canaries
The 12 August Eclipse in the Canaries: What the Archipelago Will Really See, and Why It Is Betting on Astrotourism
Hoi An
Anantara Hoi An Resort Renovates its 19 Riverside Suites and Redesigns Pool Area
Milan
Portrait Milano Hotel exhibits Arcipelago Botanico on its Piazza until 31 August
Istanbul
Hilton Istanbul Airport, the Group’s 100th Property in Turkey, Opens with 485 Rooms
Cernobbio
Le Miralago in Cernobbio joins Leading Hotels just weeks after opening
Atoll de Lhaviyani
Atmosphere Kanifushi Resort Schedules Bottega Gala Gold from 12 to 14 November in the Maldives
Houston
The Post Oak Hotel in Houston equips its suites with Hästens beds, from $1,499 a night
Marseillan
The Luxury Collection resort to open in Marseillan in 2029, a first for France
World
Mandarin Oriental entrusts its Fan campaign to pianist Yuja Wang and DJ Charlotte de Witte
World
Marriott Partners with Therme Group to Rethink Wellness Across its Hotels
Hotel news Italy
Milan
Portrait Milano Hotel exhibits Arcipelago Botanico on its Piazza until 31 August
Cernobbio
Le Miralago in Cernobbio joins Leading Hotels just weeks after opening
Florence
W Florence opens in the former Grand Hotel Majestic, with 119 keys by AvroKO
Poltu Quatu
W Sardinia, Poltu Quatu: W Hotels Opens its Haven in a Sardinian Fjord
Bologne
Palazzo delle Telecomunicazioni Hotel to Create 200 Luxury Keys in Bologna
Lerici
The Meliá Collection Lerici Hotel to emerge on the Gulf of Poets
Venise
Hotel Danieli: Four Seasons orchestrates the renaissance of the Venetian legend
Florence
Palazzo Firenze Unveils Its New Look Designed by Studio Marco Piva
Venise
The Palace Bauer in Venice prepares to reopen under the Rosewood brand
Italy
Luxury hotel sector in Italy: value-add strategies boost investments
Fasano
Rocco Forte Palace to Transform Relais del Cardinale in Fasano
Rome
Mandarin Oriental appoints general managers for its upcoming Italian luxury hotels in Rome and Cortina
Hotel news Switzerland
Genève
La Suite 1201 rooftop at Geneva Marriott Hotel reopens for its fourth season
Gstaad
Park Gstaad postpones its opening under the Four Seasons brand to summer 2027
Zurich
Villa Florhof in Zurich revamps its dining concept ahead of opening
Genève
We tested the TGV Lyria “Première Signature” offer: an incredible experience!
World
The Most Expensive Hotels in the World (2026)
Crans-Montana
Crans-Montana: 50 million francs to transform Hotel Belmont into a 5-star establishment
Lucerne
Bürgenstock Hotel: All Information on the Swiss Palace Hosting the US-Iran Agreement
Sils Maria
Artfarm Opens New Haute Engadine Property in January 2026
Suisse
The Best Luxury Hotels in the Swiss Alps: Alpine Palaces 2026
St Moritz
Badrutt’s Palace Hotel: The Castle of St. Moritz, ⭐⭐ Michelin IGNIV
Gstaad
Gstaad Palace: The Alpine Palace of Saanenland Since 1913
Lausanne
Beau-Rivage Palace: By Lake Geneva, Two Michelin Stars with Anne-Sophie Pic
Hotel news Greece
Molyvos
The Aphrodite Hotel, on Lesvos, files for a five-star upgrade
Mykonos
Four Seasons Resort Mykonos unveils its Cycladic architecture in Kalo Livadi
Santorin
Carpe Diem Santorini resort comes under the HotelBrain brand for ten years
Mykonos
Nammos Resort Montenegro: Mykonos’ Signature Brand Moves into Smokva Bay for 2029
Athens
Burberry takes over One&Only Aesthesis: a very British summer on the Athenian Riviera
Greece
MGallery Rhodes: Accor and Colossos SA sign an adults-only resort for 2027
Kos
HotelBrain Intensifies Kos Presence: 10-Year Lease for Lambi Resort, Group’s Eighth Hotel on the Island
Greece
Christopher Nolan’s Odyssey: The 5-Star Greek Resort at the Heart of Filming (and the Price of a Night)
Paros
Paros, the New Queen of Cycladic Luxury: Radisson, Hyatt, and Marriott Arrive
Santorin
Where to Stay in Santorini: The Best Hotels with Caldera Views (2026)
Santorin
Santorini or Mykonos: Which Greek Island to Choose in 2026?
Athènes
Four Seasons Astir Palace Athens: Rianna Reinvents Zolotas Beach
Hotel news Monaco
Monaco
The Best Luxury Hotels in Monaco: Hôtel de Paris, Hermitage, Métropole and Beyond
Monaco
Mareterra: Monaco’s New Landmark District Redefines its Address
Monaco
Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo: The SBM Palace on Casino Square
Monaco
Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo: Belle Époque, Eiffel-designed Winter Garden
Monaco
Fairmont Monte Carlo: On the Grand Prix Hairpin, 360° Sea View
Monte-Carlo
Fairmont Monte Carlo: our review of the palace with the iconic rooftop pool and Nobu
Monte-Carlo
Best hotels in Monaco | Official ranking 2026
Monte-Carlo
Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo: our review of the iconic palace on Casino Square
Monte-Carlo
Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo: our review of the Belle Époque palace with the Eiffel glass roof
Monte-Carlo
Hôtel Métropole Monte-Carlo: our review of the Carré d’Or couture palace
Monte-Carlo
We Tested the Monte-Carlo Bay and Its Sandy Lagoon Pool
Roquebrune-Cap-Martin
The Maybourne Riviera: the palace perched above Monaco, Maybourne’s first European outpost outside London
Hotel news Canada
Tofino
Wahous Wilderness Lodge: the Ahousaht Nation opens its luxury retreat in British Columbia
Toronto
World Cup 2026 in Toronto: Where to Stay Near BMO Field
Vancouver
World Cup 2026 in Vancouver: Where to Stay Near BC Place
Montréal
Hotel SonoLux in Montreal: A Sound Art Boutique Hotel Voted Best New Hotel in the World 2026
Banff
Best Luxury Resorts in Canada 2026: Top Picks
Québec
Fairmont Le Château Frontenac: Quebec’s Castle, Since 1893
Banff
Fairmont Banff Springs: The Castle of the Canadian Rockies Since 1888
Banff
Canada: from Rimrock Banff to Le Méridien Toronto, the luxury hotels to watch in 2026
Hotel news Belgium
Belgique
Jean-Michel Gathy, The Belgian Architect Behind the World’s Most Beautiful Luxury Hotels
Bruxelles
Hotel Métropole Brussels Prepares for Late 2026 Rebirth After Complete Renovation
Bruxelles
The Best Boutique and Palace Hotels in Brussels: Our Top Picks for 2026
Bruxelles
Corinthia Grand Hotel Astoria Brussels: The Return of Brussels’ 5-Star Palace
Bruxelles
Hotel Amigo Brussels: Rocco Forte’s Luxury Hotel Neighbouring the Grand-Place
Bruxelles
Belgium: new openings and major renovations in luxury hospitality in 2026
Hotel news United Kingdom
Londres
The Standard, London Appoints Murray Scott from The Hoxton as General Manager
Betchworth
Hartsfield Manor, filming location for Slow Horses, to become a luxury retreat by PLP Architecture
Loch Lomond
Cameron House resort on Loch Lomond sold for nearly 100 million pounds
United Kingdom
Most Anticipated Luxury Hotel Openings in 2026-2027
Londres
Best Hotels in London 2026: Our Luxury Ranking
Londres
The Best Value-for-Money Hotels in London (England) · Official Ranking 2026
Hotel news Morocco
Hotel news Portugal
Tavira
Palácio de Tavira, an 18th-century palace turned boutique hotel, celebrates its first anniversary in the Algarve
Vilamoura
InterContinental Vilamoura: IHG Transforms Crowne Plaza into Five-Star Hotel in Algarve by 2027
Porto
Porto Set to Welcome Debrais Boutique Hotel, a New Five-Star Address Resulting from an €11.6 Million Investment
Hotel news Brazil
Hotel news Mexico
Hotel news Vietnam
Hotel news Australia
Hotel news Andorra
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