Several notable hotels have opened so far in 2026, and more are on the horizon.
Hilton expanded its lifestyle Tapestry and Curio collection brands with openings in Los Angeles and San Antonio, respectively. IHG Hotels & Resorts also continues to bet on the lifestyle segment, debuting new Midtown Manhattan hotels under its voco and Kimpton brands.
Outdoors-focused hospitality brand AutoCamp, meanwhile, debuted a new concept near Great Smoky Mountains National Park, as travel demand for nature-oriented experiences ramps up.
Below is a roundup of five hotels that have opened so far this year, with insights into how they fit into broader hotel portfolio growth strategies.
