Category: hotels
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Bend has welcomed its newest hotel, bringing 131 rooms, a restaurant and bar, and outdoor-focused amenities to a growing Central Oregon lodging market. The Cambria Hotel, near the Old Mill District and downtown, is the first property under the brand’s name in Central Oregon and arrives as visitor demand remains strong. Key takeaways The opening…
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Ryman Hospitality Properties is expanding its convention-resort footprint with a $1.38 billion agreement to acquire Grande Lakes Orlando from Trinity Investments. The 409-acre destination combines two Marriott luxury hotels, extensive meeting space, golf, wellness and family amenities, giving Ryman a major foothold in one of the country’s strongest meetings and leisure markets. Key takeaways Ryman…
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A familiar Wilmington restaurant team is giving the former Waterman’s Brewing location near Wrightsville Beach a fresh identity. Former coaches Kevin Keatts and business partner Clayton Gsell plan to open Cabana Bar & Grill on Aug. 17, adding Caribbean-inspired food, tropical cocktails, weekend brunch and an island-themed atmosphere to Pavilion Place. Key takeaways Cabana Bar…
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My Place Hotels of America has opened its first Florida location, bringing its extended-stay model to the Port Charlotte/Punta Gorda market. The 63-room hotel sits along Interstate 75 and marks the first new property to enter the submarket in more than five years, adding much-needed lodging capacity as the region continues to grow. Key takeaways…
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Minor Hotels is preparing to open Avani Queenstown in September 2026, bringing its lifestyle brand to one of New Zealand’s most celebrated adventure destinations. The former Oaks Shores Resort has been extensively redeveloped into a full-service hotel designed around lakefront views, social spaces, wellness and year-round travel. Key takeaways Avani Queenstown will offer a refreshed…
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Aman has opened Amanvari, its first resort in Mexico, on the Baja California Peninsula’s East Cape. Set within the coastal community of Costa Palmas, the secluded retreat replaces traditional hotel rooms with 18 private casitas, pairing understated architecture, personal pools and expansive Sea of Cortés views with immersive wellness and outdoor experiences. Key takeaways Amanvari…
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A century-old Fairhope landmark is ready to welcome guests again. The Fairhope Hotel will celebrate its restored return with a Thursday ribbon-cutting and open house, giving residents and visitors a chance to explore its updated suites, shared spaces and wraparound porch while reconnecting with one of downtown’s most storied buildings. Key takeaways The Fairhope Hotel’s…
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Atlantic City is preparing to welcome The Top Hat, a six-room boutique hotel inspired by the classic Monopoly board game. Rising in the Orange Loop district, the $2.5 million project will feature a rooftop deck, playful architectural details and space for private group stays when it is scheduled to open in October. Key takeaways The…
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College of Charleston is preparing for a major expansion aimed at linking students more closely with Charleston’s thriving tourism and business communities. Plans call for a new hospitality and tourism center on Calhoun Street and a future business school at the former Carroll Building downtown, creating new academic and civic spaces across the city. Key…
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Cascada has announced plans for a thermal springs resort and hotel in Bend, Oregon, with an opening targeted for 2028. The project would add a dedicated wellness destination to one of Central Oregon’s most popular outdoor hubs, pairing restorative hot-springs experiences with overnight accommodations and a hospitality-focused retreat. Key takeaways Cascada is planning a thermal…