From oceanfront debuts to multi-million dollar transformations, hotels in key destinations are elevating design, dining and meeting spaces to meet the evolving expectations of travelers and groups
Hotels across the country are investing heavily in reinvention, unveiling ambitious renovations and highly anticipated openings that signal a new era of guest experience. From coastal lifestyle properties in Florida to desert-inspired retreats in Arizona and California, and refreshed convention-focused hotels in Las Vegas and the Washington, D.C., metro area, these projects reflect a shared focus on thoughtful design, elevated amenities and flexible meeting and event spaces. Together, they highlight how hospitality brands are reshaping their properties to better serve today’s leisure, business and group travelers.
Le Méridien Arlington
Le Méridien Arlington has begun a phased renovation to enhance the guest experience. Still fully operational, the project includes updates to guest rooms and public spaces, the addition of a new ballroom and the introduction of a new restaurant concept. PRIME AE and The Gettys Group are leading the renovation.
Design updates will draw on local heritage blended with mid-century modern style, with additional details shared as work progresses. Completion is expected in spring 2026, with construction planned to minimize guest disruption.
Located in the heart of the Washington, D.C., metro area, Le Méridien Arlington offers Potomac River views, flexible event space and convenient access to Roslyn Metro and nearby attractions.
Sanctuary Camelback Mountain
Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa has completed a $7 million renovation of its meetings and events venues, elevating its offerings for groups, retreats, weddings and private celebrations in Paradise Valley. The transformation spans 8,000 sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor space, including Views Ballroom, Views Terrace, Paradise Views, Lower Lawn and Cholla meeting room, all redesigned to complement the surrounding desert landscape and Camelback Mountain views.
Upgrades include a redesigned Views Ballroom with unobstructed sightlines, new windows and doors, architectural sun shading and enhanced lawn and terrace layouts that allow for flexible event configurations. Refreshed finishes in additional meeting spaces improve both functionality and ambiance.
The renovation builds on the resort’s legacy of hosting gatherings ranging from intimate executive dinners to large-scale celebrations, paired with award-winning catering, curated services and a strong focus on wellness driven programming for group experiences.
Dune House Hotel & Spa
Dune House Hotel & Spa, the Jacksonville area’s newest oceanfront hotel, is now accepting reservations ahead of its March 3, 2026, debut. Located in the former One Ocean Resort & Spa, Dune House has been reimagined as a lifestyle destination inspired by Atlantic Beach culture. The hotel blends vintage surf influenced design, community focused programming and ocean to table dining just steps from the sand.
Its interiors pay tribute to architect William Morgan and Florida’s surf heritage through natural materials and relaxed coastal tones. The property features 193 refreshed guest rooms and suites, many with unobstructed ocean views.
Dune House will offer four dining and social concepts, a full-service spa, beachfront pool, locally curated retail and approximately 10,000 sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor event space for gatherings and celebrations.
Renaissance Esmeralda
Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa has completed a multi-million dollar reinvestment program, delivering a contemporary refresh across the 560-room Coachella Valley retreat. The transformation spans public areas, meeting rooms, ballrooms and foyers, and introduces new pickleball courts, a redesigned lobby and front desk, Seven Olive gastropub and Topgolf Swing Suites.
The renovation blends mid-century modern design with desert inspired aesthetics and features custom commissioned artwork and sculptures by artists including Brian Peters, Valero Doval and Ashley Nardone. Designed by Los Angeles-based firm Bishop Pass, the art-driven approach creates an immersive sense of place rooted in the textures and colors of the desert landscape.
Enhancements also include refreshed outdoor amenities, reimagined meeting and event spaces with new digital reader boards, and flexible social venues designed for gatherings, celebrations and group experiences.
Las Vegas Marriott
Las Vegas Marriott has completed a $25 million renovation, transforming the hotel with modern design, upgraded amenities and enhanced dining and meeting experiences. Located at 325 Convention Center Drive, the property sits steps from the West Hall of Las Vegas Convention Center and minutes from the Las Vegas Strip and Sphere.
The renovation includes all 274 guest rooms, refreshed with contemporary finishes and comfort-driven design for both business and leisure travelers. Public spaces have been reimagined, including a redesigned lobby and great room, a renovated fitness center and updated guest amenities.
New dining concepts include Sagebrush American Public House, a signature restaurant and bar featuring modern flavors and local influences, along with SB Market offering coffee and grab and go options. For events, the hotel now features seven meeting rooms totaling 3,731 sq. ft., including the new St. George meeting room, supported by certified event planners and flexible outdoor venues.
