Marriott Comes to Cappadocia, Andaz Mayakoba Renovations, and Other Hotel News From This Week

It’s been a busy week in the hotel world. Several chains have announced or opened new properties in exciting locations, from Colorado to Vietnam, while other chains are closing popular hotels for significant renovations.

Here’s a look at the most important hotel news you might’ve missed this week.

Hotel Openings

Hotel Alpenrock Breckenridge, Curio Collection by Hilton, Colorado

A gorgeous ski hotel has opened in the Colorado Rockies, and, luckily, you can book it with Hilton Honors points. Hotel Alpenrock Breckenridge, Curio Collection by Hilton recently opened in Breckenridge, an 80-mile drive from Denver. The hotel is steps from Breckenridge Ski Resort, offering 5 peaks and nearly 200 trails.

The hotel has 205 guest rooms and suites, 2 restaurants, a fitness center, 10,500 square feet of meeting spaces, and is pet-friendly. 

• Opening Date: Now open
• Typical Cash Price: From $260 per night
• Typical Points Cost: 70,000 Hilton Honors points per night

Cappadocia Marriott Hotel, Türkiye

Located in the town of Göreme, the Cappadocia Marriott Hotel has opened in Türkiye. The hotel has 298 guest rooms and suites and is the debut of the Marriott Hotels brand in Cappadocia, a region in Türkiye famed for its picturesque hot air balloon rides.

Amenities include several restaurants, a fitness center, a spa, a pool bar, meeting and event spaces, and the signature M Club, which is exclusive to Marriott Bonvoy Platinum, Titanium, or Ambassador Elite members.

• Opening Date: Now open
• Typical Cash Price: From $100 per night
• Typical Points Cost: As low as 15,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night

Hilton Garden Inn Athens Syggrou Avenue, Greece

The mid-tier Hilton Garden Inn brand has arrived in Greece. The Hilton Garden Inn Athens Syggrou Avenue recently opened for guests after undergoing a sweeping renovation. With 129 guest rooms and suites, the hotel is on the smaller side but offers a lot for a Hilton Garden Inn. There’s a rooftop pool, a gym, meeting spaces that fit up to 170 guests, and a full-scale restaurant and bar.

The hotel is near a Metro station, which can quickly transport visitors to attractions such as the Acropolis of Athens and the Parthenon. Travelers looking to be close to the airport are in luck: Athens International Airport is a 30-minute drive from the hotel.

• Opening Date: Now open
• Typical Cash Price: From $91 per night
• Typical Points Cost: 25,000 to 35,000 Hilton Honors points per night

Upcoming Hotels

The Louie at Davenport Hotel, Washington State (February)

A swanky new hotel is coming to Spokane, Washington, and you’ll soon be able to book it with Marriott Bonvoy points. The Louie at Davenport Hotel is a true boutique hotel, boasting just 48 guest rooms. The hotel underwent a multimillion-dollar renovation and rebrand and will become a member of Marriott’s Autograph Collection. 

Interestingly, the property will be the only hotel in Spokane to offer butler service. Other amenities include several restaurants and bars, a spa, a fitness center, and an indoor pool. While the hotel’s opening is just a few weeks away, it’s unclear how much a stay will cost with cash or Marriott Bonvoy points.

Park Hyatt Phu Quoc, Vietnam (Q3 2025)

World of Hyatt is bringing its second Park Hyatt property to Vietnam. The Park Hyatt Phu Quoc is scheduled to open in the third quarter of 2025, 3 years after its initial 2022 projection. However, Hyatt has not announced an exact opening date.

The resort, located on the southwestern tip of Phu Quoc, will have 110 guest rooms and suites, plus an additional 65 residences. Amenities include 2 restaurants and a bar, 2 pools, a spa, a gym with a lap pool, a kid’s club, and more than 4,300 square feet of event space.

The Venue, Vignette Collection Jeddah Corniche, Saudi Arabia (Late 2025)

IHG has inked a deal for a new Vignette Collection in Saudi Arabia. The Venue, Vignette Collection Jeddah Corniche, will open in late 2025 after a rebranding. The hotel will have 193 guest rooms. Amenities include a wedding hall, indoor and outdoor pools, 3 restaurants, a business center, more than a dozen meeting rooms, a fitness center, and a beauty salon.

ANA Holiday Inn Tokyo Bay (April 2025)

IHG is rebranding another hotel, this time in Japan. ANA Holiday Inn Tokyo Bay is scheduled to open in April after “an extensive renovation.” The 132-room hotel will sit on the upper floors of a skyscraper and offer views of the Pacific Ocean. The hotel isn’t in Tokyo proper; rather, it’s in nearby Shinagawa.

Other Hotel News

MGM Grand Hotel & Casino Getting $300 Million Makeover

MGM Grand Hotel & Casino is getting a big makeover — to the tune of $300 million. All 4,212 rooms and suites within its main tower will see renovations with an aesthetic drawing on the “glamour of the disco era.”

Additionally, the hotel will add 100+ suites to its main tower, ranging from 675 to 2,572 square feet. Finally, the hotel will introduce several new dining options, including a day club. The project is expected to be completed by December 2025a

Andaz Mayakoba Resort Riviera Maya Will Soon Close for Renovations Until Year’s End

There’s some big news about the Andaz Mayakoba Resort Riviera Maya in Mexico. The resort, long seen as one of the best World of Hyatt resorts in Mexico, will close for renovations in March for the remainder of the year.

According to David Cayuela, the general manager at Andaz Mayakoba Resort Riviera Maya, the resort will update its suites, meeting and event spaces, lobby, and spa and refresh its food and beverage offerings.

“We can confirm that Andaz Mayakoba Resort Riviera Maya will undergo a transformative renovation starting in March 2025, expected to conclude by the end of the year,” said Cayuela. “The resort will temporarily suspend operations on Sunday, March 2, 2025, to eliminate any disruption or impact to the guest experience.”

Hyatt says guests with questions concerning their upcoming stay should call 888-848-9496 if you’re in the Americas or 1-402-952-1131 if you’re international.

Marriott Loses The Ritz-Carlton Budapest

It appears The Ritz-Carlton, Budapest is no more. The hotel recently shuttered its doors and is now managed by a new chain under the name Al Habtoor Palace. Marriott Bonvoy cash and award stays are no longer available.

A notice on the website reads: “Please note that this property is no longer managed under The Ritz-Carlton brand and left the portfolio on the 6th January. The property is now being managed under another brand. The reservations system is in the process of being transferred, which is why the hotel still appears on Marriott.com.”

Virgin Voyages Adding Stay at Richard Branson’s Exclusive Necker Island

Your next Virgin Voyages cruise can come with a stay at one of the most exclusive hotels in the world. The Virgin Voyage All Access Pass is back — and there’s one fantastic new perk.

For just $199,000, an all-access pass gets you a complimentary weeklong stay at Necker Island, Sir Richard Branson’s famed British Virgin Islands hideaway. Additionally, the pass includes round-trip travel to the island from anywhere in the continental United States. You’ll also enjoy other perks, such as a $10,000 onboard shopping spree, a cabana in Bimini, and more.

Final Thoughts

There was a ton of exciting news in the hotel world this week, from as close as Colorado to as far as an island in Vietnam.

We’ll be back next week with more exciting news from around the hotel industry!