Concord Hospitality has been selected to manage more than a dozen hotels and restaurants across several U.S. markets, expanding its presence in full-service, lifestyle, and boutique hospitality. The new assignments include One Washington Circle in Washington, D.C., The Satire in Alexandria, and upcoming properties in New Jersey and North Carolina. Several of the additions combine hotel stays with distinctive restaurants, rooftop venues, and other food-and-beverage concepts. The portfolio growth includes both independent properties and hotels operating under Hilton and Marriott brands. Read more

Nobu Hospitality is bringing its hotel and restaurant concept to Puerto Rico for the first time with Nobu Hotel and Restaurant San Juan. Scheduled to open in 2028, the property will include a signature Nobu restaurant and bar at street level, along with a rooftop lounge and bar. The design will draw from San Juan's historic character while incorporating Nobu's contemporary aesthetic. The project will add a luxury hotel option in one of the Caribbean's most established cultural and tourism destinations. Read more.

The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón has completed a multimillion-dollar transformation led by Parker Torres Design. The resort now features a refreshed lobby, residential-style guestrooms, an upgraded Club Lounge, a new event space, and three culinary concepts: Palmera, Fenrose, and Café Fenrose. The redesign draws on Southwest Florida’s mangroves, birding trails, and local craftsmanship, replacing darker interiors with lighter, nature-inspired spaces. The new dining program also emphasizes local farms, regional ingredients, and Florida coastal cuisine. The resort is positioning the changes as a way to attract both overnight guests and the local community. Read more.

Mandarin Oriental has broken ground on a new hotel and residential development on Miami's Brickell Key with longtime partner Swire Properties. The project will feature a 447-room hotel alongside The Residences at Mandarin Oriental, Miami, designed by KPF. Residential sales have already surpassed $1.7 billion, signaling strong demand for the project before completion. The development expands Mandarin Oriental's hospitality-led residential strategy and strengthens its presence in Miami's luxury market. Read more

Hotel Blacklist has introduced a free online risk assessment tool designed to help hotels and accommodation providers identify potentially high-risk guests. The tool focuses on risks including financial losses, property damage, fraud, and disruptive behavior. It gives accommodation businesses another way to assess guest-related risks before they result in operational or financial problems. The launch comes as hotels face growing pressure to balance guest screening with the need to provide a smooth booking and arrival experience. Read more

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