New and renovated properties include:
- Hyatt Regency Chicago—$200 million renovation that includes its 2,032 guest rooms and suites, and 240,000 sq. ft. of meeting space.
- Fairmont Waterfront—Completed a renovation of 96 guest rooms on the top four floors, the first phase of a multi-year renovation that will refresh all 489 guest rooms and public spaces by 2029.
- The Westin Nashville—Completed a $13.5 million renovation across its 456 rooms and meeting venues.
- Hilton Los Angeles Airport—Completed a $50 million renovation to its 1,234 guest rooms, one of the largest investments in the property’s history.
From Chicago and Los Angeles to Vancouver and Nashville, these newly renovated properties are investing in guest experiences, meeting spaces and modern design
Hotels across North America continue to raise the bar with significant renovations designed to enhance both business and leisure travel. Recent investments include reimagined guest rooms, upgraded meeting venues, refreshed public spaces and new technology-driven amenities. These four properties showcase how thoughtful design and strategic improvements are creating more flexible, engaging environments for meetings, events and memorable guest experiences.
Hyatt Regency Chicago
Hyatt Regency Chicago has completed a multi-year, $200 million renovation that transformed all 2,032 guest rooms and suites, major ballrooms and meeting spaces throughout the property.
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The final phase unveiled a reimagined 24,000-square-foot grand ballroom featuring customizable LED ceiling panels, a nearly 7,000-square-foot foyer, digital branding capabilities and updated breakout spaces. Located along the Chicago River, the hotel now offers enhanced functionality and contemporary design across its 240,000 sq. ft. of meeting space, reinforcing its position as one of the nation’s premier convention hotels.
Fairmont Waterfront
Fairmont Waterfront in Vancouver has completed the first phase of a multi-year renovation that will refresh all 489 guest rooms and public spaces by 2029. The initial phase transformed 96 guest rooms on the hotel’s top four floors, introducing a design inspired by Vancouver’s waterfront, forests and mountain landscapes.
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Updates include flexible furnishings, upgraded technology, Fairmont Signature Beds and elevated bath amenities. Future phases will renovate Fairmont Gold accommodations, the lobby, rooftop pool area and ARC Restaurant + Bar.
The Westin Nashville
The Westin Nashville has completed a $13.5 million renovation across its 456-room property. Guest rooms and suites received new hardwood flooring, contemporary furnishings and refreshed interiors, while suites now feature dedicated dining and living spaces ideal for extended stays and small meetings.
Meeting venues, including the Boardroom and Radnor spaces, were upgraded with new technology, seating and finishes. Located adjacent to Music City Center, the hotel’s enhancements strengthen its appeal for Nashville’s growing convention and group business market.
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
Hilton Los Angeles Airport has completed a $50 million renovation, one of the largest investments in the property’s history.
The redesign modernized all 1,234 guest rooms with contemporary furnishings, upgraded bathrooms, enhanced technology and refreshed layouts designed for comfort and efficiency. The property also features 55,000 sq. ft. of meeting space.
