From Detroit’s historic-modern hub to tropical island resorts and coastal retreats, explore a collection of exciting new venues and refreshed spaces perfect for your next gathering
This season, meeting planners have a wealth of new venues and updated spaces to discover. Detroit’s The Department at Hudson’s Bedrock blends the city’s rich history with modern technology across 15+ versatile event spaces ideal for gatherings large and small. In the Caribbean, Salterra, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa in Turks and Caicos, offers serene oceanfront luxury with elegant suites and a world-class spa designed for relaxation and rejuvenation.
Down in Fort Lauderdale, Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Lauderdale 17th Street unveils a fresh look with redesigned suites, upgraded meeting rooms and a reimagined dining experience. Meanwhile, Muir Luxury Collection Hotel in Halifax combines authentic regional culture with coastal charm across thoughtfully appointed rooms and unique event spaces.
In Scottsdale, The REMI introduces boutique-style hospitality with bold culinary concepts and vibrant event venues, while Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa completes a major renovation, offering expansive indoor and outdoor spaces on a private beach.
Each destination brings its own flair and fresh possibilities, ready to inspire your next successful event or special celebration.
The Department at Hudson’s
Bedrock unveils The Department at Hudson’s, featuring more than 15 meeting and event spaces that seamlessly blend Detroit’s rich history with refined sophistication and leading technology. Located in the heart of downtown Detroit, the venue is part of the city’s largest and most impactful ground-up development in half a century.
Offering over 56,000 sq. ft. of fully customizable space with breathtaking views and state-of-the-art features, The Department is designed to elevate every experience. The venue accommodates up to 2,000 guests for special occasions and milestones, live performances, virtual engagements, fashion shows, corporate meetings, conferences, weddings, Bar Mitzvahs, symposiums, film premieres and more.
Marriott International will handle sales and marketing, while Forte Belanger will manage operations and serve as the exclusive food and beverage provider. Alongside ROCK Events, these trusted partners bring deep expertise to deliver memorable, world-class events in one of Detroit’s most exciting and visionary new destinations.
Salterra, A Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Turks & Caicos
The Luxury Collection, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 distinguished hotel brands, announces the grand opening of Salterra, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Turks & Caicos, the brand’s first property in the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Nestled on South Caicos, the resort features 100 elegant guest rooms and suites crafted with native wood, coral stone and sisal to foster tranquility and a connection to the island’s natural beauty. Floor-to-ceiling windows and expansive balconies flood the interiors with light and frame sweeping seascape views, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor experience.
Salterra’s spa features eight treatment rooms, two couples’ suites and a curated menu of world-class therapies to restore body and mind. Sustainability is central to the resort’s philosophy, with solar power meeting over half its energy needs.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Lauderdale 17th Street
Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Lauderdale 17th Street has completed a multimillion-dollar renovation, unveiling redesigned guestrooms, elevated public spaces, a reimagined signature dining experience and more. Ideally located in Downtown Fort Lauderdale, the 361 all-suite hotel is a prime choice for leisure travelers heading to Port Everglades or Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and for business travelers near the Broward County Convention Center.
Each spacious two-room suite, featuring a private bedroom and separate living area, has been refreshed with dark wood furnishings, light accents and tropical touches of green, blue and orange for a vibrant, modern look.
Event guests will appreciate the hotel’s upgraded meeting and ballroom spaces, now featuring sophisticated new lighting, contemporary decor and fresh carpeting throughout. Digital reader boards in all function rooms further enhance the experience, bringing a modern touch to every meeting or celebration.
Muir, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Halifax
The Luxury Collection, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio, announces the debut of Muir, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Halifax, marking the brand’s continued growth in Canada.
The hotel features 109 guest rooms and three event spaces, totaling 25,833 sq. ft. Muir offers more than just accommodations, with multiple dining venues, a full-service wellness center and curated cultural experiences that reflect the spirit of the region. Guests can also enjoy exclusive access to a private yacht and motorboat program for a truly immersive coastal escape.
To celebrate this new chapter, the hotel is unveiling a series of signature experiences inspired by Nova Scotia’s culture, history and natural beauty.
The Remi, Scottsdale
This June, The Remi Scottsdale, Autograph Collection opened its doors, introduced a new standard of luxury and experiential hospitality in the heart of the city’s iconic Entertainment District.
The boutique-style hotel features 161 guest rooms, including two Loft Suites with patios that open directly onto the pool deck. Each space offers a refined retreat, complemented by Côte Beauty amenities, plush robes and postcards for guests to remember their stay. Room keys also provide VIP access to Maya Day + Nightclub for a heightened experience.
The REMI’s bold culinary concepts include Kauboi, F/Sixteen and Allegra, where curated cocktails, fresh beats and Scottsdale’s golden sunsets create unforgettable moments.
In addition to its striking accommodations and dining offerings, The REMI presents flexible event spaces ideal for meetings and celebrations, all set against the breathtaking backdrop of Camelback Mountain or the buzz of the Entertainment District.
Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa
As corporate retreats, incentive trips and hybrid gatherings continue to evolve, the Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa is meeting the moment. Following a $32 million renovation, the resort now features revitalized meeting spaces, reimagined guest rooms and expanded group programming across more than 100,000 sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor venues.
Located on Fort Lauderdale’s largest stretch of private beach, the 650-room resort is celebrating its 40th anniversary with design-forward enhancements that highlight coastal serenity and modern functionality. Five key venues received upgrades, including the 15,000-square-foot Grand Ballroom and the 8,000-square-foot Caribbean Ballroom. Group guests can also enjoy exclusive beachfront team-building experiences.
With prime access just minutes from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and the Port Everglades cruise terminal, the resort offers unmatched convenience for national meetings and international gatherings.
Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown
Drury Hotels, a leading service-oriented hospitality company with more than 150 properties across 27 states, announces its newest hotel is now under construction in Lincoln, Nebraska. Located at 920 Q Street in downtown Lincoln, the Drury Plaza Hotel is just steps from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and less than ten minutes from Lincoln Airport.
Set to open in February 2026, the Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown is now accepting reservations and will offer 210 guest rooms along with over 2,400 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space. The hotel is designed for leisure and business travelers and promises the brand’s signature award-winning service and value-driven amenities.
With space to accommodate up to 288 attendees, the hotel’s versatile meeting rooms make it an ideal destination for corporate gatherings and group events.
Hotel Kinsley
Hotel Kinsley owners have partnered with Impact Concerts to launch Assembly, a dynamic 450-person venue that fuses culture, art and community in Kingston, New York. This Hudson Valley boutique hotel has also joined the Global Design Hotels Collection, gaining international recognition while expanding its creative presence with a vibrant space for concerts, exhibitions and community events.
Operated by Ironwave Hospitality Management, Hotel Kinsley offers 42 guest rooms featuring vintage furnishings, curated artwork and luxury amenities. Several rooms include fireplaces and soaking tubs, providing intimate retreats. The property also houses Restaurant Kinsley, a seasonal New American restaurant with a cozy cocktail bar beloved by locals and visitors alike.
Assembly’s large capacity makes it perfect for weddings, corporate gatherings, film screenings and art exhibitions. For smaller meetings and retreats, the Assembly Conference Room accommodates up to 40 guests and has full A/V capabilities, providing a versatile space for business and creative needs.
