From South Florida to the Southwest, new openings and major renovations elevate design, meeting space and guest experiences across top destinations
Across the United States, a wave of new hotel openings and transformative renovations is reshaping the hospitality landscape in 2026.
From waterfront luxury in Fort Lauderdale to design-forward lifestyle experiences in Miami Beach, and from playful reinventions in Denver to desert-inspired upgrades in Arizona, these properties highlight a growing emphasis on experiential design, flexible meeting environments, and a strong sense of place. Together, they reflect how hotels are evolving to meet the needs of both business and leisure travelers.
Omni Fort Lauderdale
Omni Hotels & Resorts has officially opened Omni Fort Lauderdale, a 29-story waterfront destination in Broward County. The property features 801 guest rooms, including 82 suites, and more than 120,000 sq. ft. of meeting and event space. Designed as a tribute to Florida’s natural landscapes and the historic Barefoot Mailmen, the hotel aims for elegance with relaxed coastal charm.
Guests can enjoy six dining venues, including the rooftop Ibis Sky Lounge with panoramic views of the ocean, and Intracoastal Waterway. Additional highlights include a resort-style pool deck, Mokara Spa, seamless connectivity to Broward County Convention Center, and proximity to beaches and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
The Curtis Hotel
The Curtis Hotel in downtown Denver has unveiled a vibrant multimillion-dollar renovation. Known as “The Happiest Hotel in Denver,” the property now features 13 immersive themed floors and redesigned guest rooms, along with hyper-themed suites inspired by iconic pop culture moments. The transformation extends to more than 30,000 sq. ft. of meeting and event space, including Denver’s largest outdoor hotel meeting terrace. Designed with an “anti-boring” philosophy, the updated venues encourage creativity, interaction and memorable group experiences. The hotel’s central downtown positioning offers easy access to local attractions.
Unframed, Autograph Collection
Unframed, Autograph Collection is set to debut this April in Miami Beach, bringing a fresh, design-forward perspective to South Beach hospitality. The 149-room property marks the first premium lifestyle hotel to open on Washington Avenue in over a decade. Designed by acclaimed architect Rudy Ricciotti with interiors by Gulla Jónsdóttir, the hotel features flowing architectural lines and a blend of tropical modernism and European-inspired aesthetics.
Guests can enjoy a rooftop pool, a signature restaurant in partnership with Vilebrequin and an 18,000-square-foot rooftop beach club concept. The hotel also offers intimate indoor-outdoor event spaces for up to 100 guests, including a rooftop terrace and open-air atrium. Located in the heart of Miami Beach’s cultural district, Unframed provides easy access to leading arts and entertainment venues.
Hilton Scottsdale Resort & Villas
Hilton Scottsdale Resort & Villas has completed the final phase of its $24 million renovation, transforming the property into a refreshed desert retreat near Old Town Scottsdale. Central to the renovation are 45 reimagined villas, each offering 1,600 sq. ft. of space and a new “Villa Curator” service that provides personalized, high-touch guest experiences.
The resort has also introduced Salt & Sol, a new poolside dining concept centered on globally sourced salts, along with upgraded fitness facilities and a dedicated yoga studio. Redesigned guest rooms and revitalized outdoor areas create a cohesive environment that balances privacy with opportunities for social connection.
JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa
JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa has unveiled a comprehensive renovation of its 115,000 sq. ft. of meeting and event space, introducing a refined desert-modern design inspired by the Sonoran landscape. The property now offers 38 updated venues, including the 20,000-square-foot Arizona Ballroom and 26 breakout rooms, accommodating up to 3,300 attendees.
The redesign emphasizes natural materials, biophilic elements and a seamless indoor-outdoor flow to create environments that foster connection and creativity. Enhanced audiovisual technology and flexible layouts support a wide range of gatherings, from large conventions to intimate meetings. Complementing the upgraded event spaces are refreshed guest rooms and access to outdoor experiences such as hiking and stargazing.
