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The Michelin Guide unveiled Thursday its ratings for hotels in Japan for the first time, with six facilities receiving the maximum three "keys," a designation similar to stars for restaurants.

Global real estate advisor, CBRE, has been appointed to sell the Hilton Prague, the largest branded hotel in the Czech Republic and one of Europe’s leading conference and events hotels, on behalf of the Irish Bank Resolution Corporation.

An exclusive five-star resort with a view to the Iguazú Falls has been chosen as the best hotel in Argentina in 2024. The Gran Meliá Iguazú, located within the Iguazú National Park and surrounded by the picturesque colours of the Misiones jungle, was honoured in the annual World Travel Awards, which highlights outstanding tourism, airline, hotel and hospitality offerings worldwide.

As elite footballers approach the end of their careers, they often look for investment opportunities. With their large salaries, a world of possibilities opens up, and for ex-Manchester City and Spain midfielder, David Silva, the choice was to invest close to home. He has ventured into the hospitality industry with a luxury resort in his hometown of Arguineguín, in Gran Canaria.

InterGlobe is diving into the European hospitality scene with profit on its mind. As the CEO of Miiro Hotels clearly puts it, “This isn’t a vanity project — it’s a project for profit.”

Rosewood Schloss Fuschl has opened its doors in Salzburg, Austria. Sitting atop Lake Fuschl and the base of the Austrian Alps, the 15th century castle was restored and reimagined to reopen as the Rosewood hotel. 

The existing ibis London Earls Court has announced plans to split into a dual-branded ibis and Mercure property later this month.

A seven-year-old boy drowned in a hotel swimming pool in Tuen Mun on Monday morning and the case was listed as child neglect. No one has been arrested so far.

Turkish hotel group Kaya Tourism Group has acquired the historic Grade II-listed Great Northern Hotel in King’s Cross. The acquisition of the 88-bedroom Great Northern Hotel is Kaya Tourism Group’s first London property and marks the beginning of the company’s expansion into the UK and the wider European market.

The new hotel made its debut in the city of the Yellow River with refreshing design, embodying the brand spirit of "The World's Gathering Place" with vibrant energy

The 62-room Yotelpad London Stratford has been designed to “challenge traditional aparthotel spaces”. It features rooms or “pads” with workspaces as well as kitchens or kitchenettes for guests who are staying for periods of up to a month or longer.

Corinthia Hotels, the Maltese hotel group, is set to open the Corinthia Grand Hotel Astoria Brussels in November. 

Wyndham Hotels and Resorts has opened the first French property under its Dolce by Wyndham brand. The 178-room Dolce by Wyndham Versailles – Domaine du Montcel is housed within a building which was formerly the residence of France’s Oberkampf-Mallet family in the late 1700s.

Trinity Investments (“Trinity”), a U.S.-based hospitality-focused real estate investor, announced today it has expanded its leadership team in London to service opportunities in the European market. 

The UK’s largest independent hotel group has announced its transformative rebranding – reflecting its dedication to exceeding guest expectations and delivering exceptional experiences across its growing portfolio of hotels.

The Savoy Hotel, which is tantamount to luxury, history and esteem, is prepared to enthrall the world once more with an amazing auction occurrence. More than 1,800 attractive articles would be sold with The Savoy going through a transformative restoration, all while staying open for visitors.

Radisson Blu Aruba is thrilled to announce the return of Luigi Wix as General Manager. Luigi previously served as the pre-opening and opening General Manager of Radisson Blu Aruba, guiding the resort through its early days of establishment.

Duetto (“Duetto” or the “Company”), a leading provider of revenue management software for the hospitality industry, today announced that it has been acquired by GrowthCurve Capital (“GrowthCurve”). GrowthCurve is acquiring the business from affiliates of Warburg Pincus and other shareholders. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

The Mercer is situated in the heart of Sheung Wan, one of the oldest districts in Hong Kong, renowned for its blend of traditional Chinese and colonial architecture. This culturally diverse neighborhood offers a wide variety of dining options, ranging from local Cantonese cuisine to international delicacies, making it a paradise for food enthusiasts. 

OYO announced the opening of its first luxury hotel in Dubai, named Palette Royal Reflections Hotel and Spa on Monday, aiming to capitalise on the increasing number of Indian tourists visiting the Gulf city.

Aimbridge Hospitality has filed a lawsuit against Avion Hospitality and its CEO, Robert Burg, alleging the company used confidential Aimbridge information to interfere with its management contracts, costing tens of millions of dollars in revenue. 

Private equity giant Blackstone has agreed to buy British hotel operator Village Hotels, the company said on Wednesday, part of a wider investor push into the hospitality sector as it outperforms the broader commercial property market.

Radisson Hotel Group has reaffirmed its commitment to introducing world-class hospitality to South East Asia's exciting up-and-coming business and leisure destinations with the signing of Radisson Blu Hotel & Residences, Cagayan de Oro, a stylish upper-upscale property that will become the first internationally-branded mixed-use development in the Northern Mindanao region of the Philippines.

Ennismore, the fastest-growing lifestyle and leisure hospitality company, together with AB Invest and Møller Eiendom, is proud to announce the signing of The Hoxton, Oslo—the brand's first hotel in the Nordic region. Set to open in 2027, the milestone signing also marks Ennismore's first property in Norway and the first international lifestyle brand to enter the Norwegian hospitality scene.