The Blackstone Hotel in Chicago Joins Autograph Collection

Following the hotel’s large scale architectural restoration of $139 million in 2008, this multi-million dollar renovation, led by Chicago-based firm The Gettys Group, refreshes the original work of renowned Chicago architectural firm Marshall and Fox, highlighting its early twenty-first century grandeur and craftsmanship while incorporating state-of-the-art technology and modern amenities.
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Hilton Garden Inn Kolobrzeg to Open 2019 in Poland

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has reached a franchise agreement with BB Baltic Park Sp. z o.o. to open Hilton Garden Inn Kolobrzeg. The 128-room new build property will be the first internationally branded hotel in the area and will be located in the heart of the sea resort of Kolobrzeg. Construction will begin later this year with the hotel expected to open in early 2019.
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Mandarin Oriental To Review Long-Term Strategic Options For The Excelsior, Hong Kong

As part of this review, and in light of the current strong commercial property valuations in Hong Kong, the Company has decided to test market interest in the possible sale of the property, which has approval for the development of a commercial building with a Gross Floor Area of some 63,500 sqm on the site.
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DROP Box Is The Hotel Room That Goes Anywhere – Curiosity

Camping is nice, but for many, hotels are better. Could you imagine having luxury accommodations, wherever you need them – even on the lip of a sweeping canyon? DROP Box, a lightweight, mobile hotel room, makes that dream an eco-friendly reality.
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598 Key Sofitel Dubai Wafi Hotel to Open 2019

Sofitel Dubai Wafi will feature 501 luxury guestrooms, inclusive of 86 suites, ranging in size from 55 square meters to 625 sqm, in addition to 97 studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom serviced residences to be operated on an extended-stay basis.
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