Hot Hotel Openings

New Leela Palace Hotel to Debut in New Delhi in 2010

New Leela Palace Hotel to Debut in New Delhi in 2010

New Delhi's newest five-star hotel is rising on three acres of prime land in India's capital. Just in time for the 2010 Commonwealth Games, The Leela Palaces, Hotels & Resorts will welcome its newest luxury property in a convenient location at the cover of Africa Avenue and Vinay Marg in Chanakyapuri, the Central Business District and the city's diplomatic enclave.

The Ritz-Carlton Highlands Lake Tahoe Opens

The Ritz-Carlton Highlands Lake Tahoe Opens

The Ritz-Carlton Highlands, Lake Tahoe is the first new-build resort development in the Lake Tahoe area in decades.

Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas Opens with Dazzling Debut

Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas Opens with Dazzling Debut

The luxurious Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas opened its doors on Friday, December 4, bringing the hotel group's modern elegance and legendary service to the vibrant city.

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company Opens a Trio of New Resorts

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company Opens a Trio of New Resorts

From the snow-covered slopes of Lake Tahoe to the foothills of Arizona's Tortolita Mountains, and across the Pacific to the lush forests of southern Thailand, these luxury resort hotels offer the exceptional settings and extraordinary guest service which The Ritz-Carlton is known for around the world.

Viceroy Anguilla Set to Open December 15, 2009

Viceroy Anguilla Set to Open December 15, 2009

The opening of Viceroy Anguilla takes the Viceroy Hotels, Resorts & Residences brand offshore for the first time and follows closely on the heels of Viceroy Miami, which opened in February this year. Viceroy Snowmass will debut in the Colorado Rockies in December 2009.

New Luxury Hotel Mandarin Oriental Barcelona Opens Its Doors

New Luxury Hotel Mandarin Oriental Barcelona Opens Its Doors

Ideally located on Passeig de Gracia, at the very center of the city's commercial and entertainment district, Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona opened its doors on November 26, 2009.

La Mamounia Marrakech Re-Opens with Star-studded Event

La Mamounia Marrakech Re-Opens with Star-studded Event

Stars like Jennifer Aniston, Gwyneth Paltrow, Orlando Bloom and Salma Hayek were among the celebrities at the re-opening of legendary Moroccan luxury hotel, La Mamounia, on Thanksgiving weekend.

Pangu 7 Star Hotel Opens in Beijing

Pangu 7 Star Hotel Opens in Beijing

Introducing Beijing's new landmark – the iconic Pangu 7 Star Hotel Beijing. The Hotel is set to become Beijing's most luxurious hotel and a remarkable new icon for the Chinese capital.

Tucson's Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain Sets December Opening

Tucson's Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain Sets December Opening

The new Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain will open on Dec. 18, 2009, debuting amid the scenic, high desert landscape northwest of Tucson, Arizona. The property features three swimming pools, a 235-foot waterslide and four dining venues.

One&Only The Palm, Dubai to Open 10/10/10

One&Only The Palm, Dubai to Open 10/10/10

His Highness Sheikh Bin Saeed Al Makthoum and Sol Kerzner, CEO and Chairman of Kerzner International, announced the opening of their new project, One&Only The Palm, for 10/10/10.

Amanresorts to Open Second Property in China

Amanresorts to Open Second Property in China

Early next year, Amanresorts will launch its 24th property, Amanfayun. Named for a Tang Dynasty village which once inhabited the site, Amanfayun will offer guests a unique rural retreat on the outskirts of the historic Chinese city of Hangzhou, just a 20-minute drive from the city centre.

Mandarin Oriental Barcelona to Open in November

Mandarin Oriental Barcelona to Open in November

Opening on November 26, 2009 Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona will be an elegant, contemporary new luxury hotel in the heart of the city's most exclusive address.

Brazil's Kurotel 5-Time Winner of Luxury Spa Finder Best Spa Award

Brazil's Kurotel 5-Time Winner of Luxury Spa Finder Best Spa Award

Kurotel - Medical Longevity Center and Spa has been honored with a 2009 Spa Finder Readers' Choice "Crystal" Award for being named spa-goers' favorite spa in South America.

Taj Hotel Cape Town Opens in South Africa

Taj Hotel Cape Town Opens in South Africa

Taj Cape Town, the "oldest new hotel" in the city with luxury interiors in striking architecture from 1896 and 2010, is celebrating its opening.

World's First Ritz-Carlton Reserve to Open in Krabi, Thailand

World's First Ritz-Carlton Reserve to Open in Krabi, Thailand

The world's first Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Phulay Bay opening December 22, 2009, will embody the attributes, philosophy and unique style and design of the Reserve brand extension. Appealing to affluent and discerning travellers seeking more from their leisure time, Ritz-Carlton Reserve will offer exquisite resorts in secluded and naturally beautiful locations around the world.