Kimpton Miralina Resort, Hilton Diamond Reserve Lounges, and Other Hotel News This Week

Updated: January 10, 2026, 4:46pm CST

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New Hotel Openings
Upcoming Hotels
Hotel News
Final Thoughts

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This was an exceptionally busy week in the hotel world, as several luxury hotels were reflagged under new programs. Additionally, we learned about a handful of new hotels opening in the coming months and years, such as an all-inclusive safari camp in Kenya and a Ritz-Carlton in Indianapolis.

To catch up on everything, read below for our roundup of the most exciting hotel news this week.

New Hotel Openings

Kimpton Miralina Resort & Villas, Arizona

Scottsdale Plaza Resort has officially been rebranded as the Kimpton Miralina Resort & Villas after a $42 million renovation. It covers 40 acres between Camelback and Mummy Mountains and features 404 guest rooms and suites.

Kimpton Miralina Guest Room — A guest room at the Kimpton Miralina Resort & Villas. Image Credit: IHG

Key amenities: Fitness center, 6 pools, multiple restaurants and bars, 50,000+ square feet of event space
Typical cash price: From $156 per night
Typical points cost: From 31,000 IHG One Rewards points per night

Frasers House, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Singapore

The former InterContinental Singapore has been reflagged as Frasers House, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Singapore. The hotel’s 400+ rooms include several interesting room types, like family suites with bunk beds, and it’s convenient to both Changi Airport (SIN) and Marina Bay.

Frasers House Singapore Lobby Lounge — The lobby lounge at Frasers House, a Luxury Collection Hotel. Image Credit: Marriott

Key amenities: 3 restaurants (including a Michelin-recommended option), bar, fitness center, outdoor pool, and pet-friendly accommodations
Typical cash price: From $387 per night
Typical points cost: From 50,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night

Radisson Hotel Chateau de Bangkok, Thailand

The landmark Chateau de Bangkok hotel has joined Radisson and is now Radisson Hotel Chateau de Bangkok. The 30-year-old hotel has 178 guest rooms

Radisson Hotel Chateau de Bangkok Deluxe Room — A deluxe guest room at Radisson Hotel Chateau de Bangkok. Image Credit: Radisson

Key amenities: 3 restaurants, a rooftop pool, a spa, and a fitness center
Typical cash price: From $99 per night
Typical points cost: Radisson Rewards points award values shown at checkout; expect an average of 0.25 cents per point

Hot Tip:

To celebrate, Radisson is offering double points on stays, complimentary early check-in and late checkout, free upgrades (subject to availability), and a dining credit per stay.

Upcoming Hotels

JW Marriott Mount Kenya Rhino Reserve Safari Camp, Kenya (June 2026)

JW Marriott Mount Kenya Rhino Reserve Safari Camp is expected to feature a restaurant and bar, an outdoor pool, a spa, and a fitness center.

The all-inclusive resort will be available for guests 6 and over. Of course, the best amenities are likely to be outside of the resort.: sightings of endangered white and black rhinos, as well as other indigenous wildlife like leopards and cheetahs.

Marriott lists the JW Marriott Mount Kenya Rhino Reserve Safari Camp as opening in June. However, neither cash nor award rates are available at the moment.

The Ritz-Carlton, Indianapolis, Indiana (2028)

Marriott broke ground this week on a new Ritz-Carlton hotel in Indiana, which will open in 2028.

The Ritz-Carlton, Indianapolis, will have 176 guest rooms and suites, several dining options, a spa and fitness center, an outdoor terrace, and more. The hotel will be connected to Gainbridge Fieldhouse, home of the Indiana Pacers and Indiana Fever, by a pedestrian bridge.

Hotel News

Hilton Releases List of Premium Lounges For New Diamond Reserve Tier

Last year, Hilton announced a new status tier above the current highest level, the ultra-exclusive Diamond Reserve. It is earned through a combination of nights stayed and spending: 80 nights and $18,000 in qualifying spend.

One of the benefits of the tier is complimentary access to executive lounges (in addition to premium clubs) found at select luxury, lifestyle, and full-service hotels. Hilton had remained mum on which hotels would offer premium lounges, but recently put out a list of eligible hotels:

Diamond Reserve members receive complimentary access to Premium Clubs for themselves and 1 guest.

Bottom Line:

Other benefits of Diamond Reserve are guaranteed 4 p.m. late checkout on eligible stays, a 24/7 concierge-style desk for priority customer support, the highest complimentary upgrade priority — with room upgrades granted as early as 3 days before check-in — and 120% bonus points on every stay.

Secrets Playa Mujeres Golf & Spa Resort Reopens After Renovation

The all-inclusive, adults-only Secrets Playa Mujeres Golf & Spa Resort has officially reopened for guests.

Hyatt made sweeping updates to the resort, located 35 minutes from Cancun International Airport (CUN). All 424 guest rooms and suites were renovated in a “contemporary coastal design,” while the spa, shared spaces, and several dining options got a facelift.

Cash rates start at around $650 per night. The resort is a World of Hyatt Category D all-inclusive, and awards are priced at 25,000 points for off-peak, 30,000 points for standard, and 35,000 points for peak nights.

Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica Completes Multimillion Dollar Renovation

Hyatt announced this week that it had completed a $16 million renovation of the Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica. The yearlong renovation included updates to all 315 guest rooms and suites, a new all-day restaurant, and enhanced meeting spaces.

Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica room — Image Credit: Hyatt

The Category 6 hotel requires at least 21,000 points per night for an award stay, and cash rates start at around $300 per night.

Choice Hotels Expands in Canada With New Ascend Collection Hotels

Choice Hotels announced an expansion of its upscale Ascend Collection brand, planing to open 6 hotels in Québec this year. These are existing hotels that are joining the Choice Hotels umbrella, increasing Ascend’s portfolio in Canada by 20%. Here’s what’s coming this year:

Hotel Brossard (Montréal): This hotel offers 139 guest rooms and amenities such as electric vehicle charging, a fitness room, and complimentary hot breakfast.
Hotel Cheribourg (Orford): This 123-room hotel features amenities like jacuzzis, indoor and outdoor pools, and a kids playroom.
Hotel du Domaine (Thetford Mines): This 4-star resort is 90 minutes from Québec City and offers 88 guest rooms and suites, with amenities including a bar and restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center.
Hotel Montréal Metropolitan (Montréal): This 92-room hotel features rooms with fully furnished kitchens and a Cuban restaurant. This hotel is currently under the Best Western umbrella.
La Cache du Lac Champlain (Venise‑en‑Québec): This boutique hotel offers 56 guest rooms and features amenities like a spa and an 18-hole golf course.
Manor Des Sables (Orford): This 141-room resort features indoor and outdoor pools, a spa, an 18-hole golf course, a virtual golf simulator, and an on-site restaurant.

Final Thoughts

While we didn’t see many openings, it was still a busy week with hotels changing flags or joining major programs. The first half of the year is already looking to be exciting. A handful of Canadian hotels will join Choice’s Ascend Collection, while JW Marriott Mount Kenya Rhino Reserve Safari Camp is gearing up to open in June.

We’ll be back here next week with more news from across the hotel industry.