New and renovated properties include:
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The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection (Washington, D.C.)—Formerly Salamander Washington DC, the 373-room hotel has joined Marriott’s Autograph Collection, offering 38,000 sq. ft. of meeting space and Marriott Bonvoy benefits.
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Rimrock Banff (Banff, Alberta)—Reopening after a $115 million transformation with more than 18,000 sq. ft. of meeting and event space across 10 venues before joining Accor’s Emblems Collection later this year.
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AC Hotel Boise Downtown & Element by Marriott Boise Downtown—Opened as Idaho’s first dual-branded Marriott property, featuring 296 guest rooms and 8,250 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space.
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JW Marriott Atlanta Downtown—Opened as a reimagined luxury hotel with redesigned accommodations, four new dining concepts and an expansive Executive Lounge in the heart of downtown Atlanta.
From Washington, D.C., to Banff, Boise and Atlanta, these newly opened and transformed properties are raising the bar for meetings, luxury and guest experiences
As hotels continue to invest in renovations, rebranding and new developments, meeting professionals have even more inspiring options to consider. This month’s standout openings include a luxury waterfront hotel joining a renowned collection, a reimagined mountain retreat, Idaho’s largest hotel and a new JW Marriott Atlanta Downtown.
The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection
The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection, formerly Salamander Washington DC, offers 38,000 sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor meeting space, a luxury spa, indoor pool and fitness center, as well as its celebrated dining destination Dōgon by Chef Kwame Onwuachi. Located along the Southwest waterfront, the rebranded hotel sits just minutes from National Mall, The Wharf and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), making it an ideal destination for meetings and events.
Rimrock Banff
Following a $115 million transformation, Rimrock Banff is reopening with a fresh take on mountain luxury. The resort introduces more than 18,000 sq. ft. of meeting and event space across 10 venues, accommodating gatherings of up to 600 attendees against the dramatic backdrop of Banff National Park. Later this year, the property will become North America’s first resort to join Accor’s ultra-luxury Emblems Collection, offering planners an option for conferences, incentive programs and executive retreats.
AC Hotel Boise Downtown & Element by Marriott Boise Downtown
Pennbridge Hospitality has opened Idaho’s first dual-branded Marriott property, combining AC Hotel and Element by Marriott in downtown Boise. The 296-room hotel features 12 flexible meeting spaces, totaling approximately 8,250 sq. ft., highlighted by the 3,010-square-foot Bristol Mitchell Ballroom with panoramic city views. The property blends modern European-inspired accommodations with apartment-style suites, creating a versatile option for groups and events.
JW Marriott Atlanta Downtown
Following a redesign, JW Marriott Atlanta Downtown features updated accommodations, four new dining concepts, one of the city’s largest executive lounges and thoughtfully curated interiors inspired by Atlanta’s natural landscape. Located near Mercedes-Benz Stadium, the Georgia Aquarium and other major attractions, the property is well positioned to welcome business travelers and major events.
