Alessandra Manzanares

🏨 Four Genoese entrepreneurs have transformed the ex-Hotel Astor in Nervi, Genoa, into the five-star Capitolo Riviera. Opened in 2026, this luxury hotel underwent a €11 million renovation, reducing rooms from 41 to 37 to enhance comfort. The Parisotto + Formenton-designed hotel includes a spa, heated pool, and a meeting room. 90% of guests are international, and the restaurant, led by Chef Giovanni Astolfoni, recently won two culinary awards. The hotel targets €5 million in annual revenue.

🏨 Corinthia Rome opens in February 2026 in Piazza del Parlamento, Campo Marzio, inside the former Banca d’Italia, a 1914 design by Marcello Piacentini. Acquired in 2019 by Reuben Brothers, it spans 9,700 square meters over seven levels. The hotel features 60 rooms, including 21 suites. Chef Carlo Cracco introduces three dining concepts. The spa offers personalized treatments. Corinthia Group's expansion includes properties in New York, Brussels, and Bucharest.

🏨 BWH Hotels Italy and South-East Europe welcomes Hotel Garda di Affi to its network, marking the third BWH hotel in the Lake Garda area and the second addition this month. Located in Affi, near Verona and Valpolicella, the hotel is undergoing renovations to offer 72 updated rooms by spring 2026. With a strategic location and new facilities, including a lounge bar, meeting rooms for up to 120 people, and a gym and pool opening in summer 2026, it caters to both leisure and business travelers.

🏨 Meliá Hotels & Resorts plans to launch 23 new hotels globally by 2026, expanding in luxury and lifestyle. Key openings include Paradisus Bali in January 2026, Gran Meliá Dubai Jumeirah in December 2026, and sites in the Maldives and Seychelles. Argentina sees the reopening of Casa Lucia and Terrazas del Guitérrez in Patagonia by 2028. Europe is also targeted with projects in Italy, Spain, and Malta. Sustainability is prioritized through the Travel For Good program.

📈 Ciel Dubai Marina, the world's tallest hotel, has opened in Dubai Marina, standing at 377 meters with 82 floors. It features 1,004 rooms and suites boasting panoramic views. The hotel includes 8 restaurants and the Tattu Skypool on the 76th floor. Additionally, Dubai is expanding Al Maktoum International Airport, aiming to manage 260 million passengers annually with 5 parallel runways by 2032, supported by a 128 billion dirham investment.

🏨 The Vincent Boutique Hotel in La Valletta, Malta, joins the BW Premier Collection, marking BWH Hotels' second affiliation on the island. Located in an UNESCO World Heritage site, the hotel, undergoing renovation, expects opening in May 2026 with bookings by December 2025. Featuring 14 unique suites by Carlo Schembri, it offers a blend of historical architecture and modern design. Nearby landmarks include the Mediterranean Conference Centre and Forte Sant’Elmo.

🏨 Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group opens a luxury hotel in Vienna on October 20, 2025, situated at Riemergasse 7 in the UNESCO-heritage Ringstrasse. The hotel, a converted 1908 Art Nouveau courthouse designed by Alfred Keller, features 86 rooms and 52 suites over four floors. With dining led by chef Thomas Seifried, the hotel offers diverse culinary experiences. Amenities include a spa, indoor pool, and fitness area, enhancing Vienna’s luxury hospitality landscape.

🏨 BW Hotel Arya in Sirmione, Italy, joined BWH Hotels Italy and South-East Europe, marking the brand's second presence by Lake Garda. Situated at the peninsula's entrance, it offers 40 rooms, including a suite with a private mini pool. Guests can enjoy nearby attractions like Gardaland and Parco Natura Viva. Features include electric vehicle charging, free parking, and amenities for children and pets. The hotel emphasizes comfort, culture, and sustainability.