TTG Asia's weekly roundup of new hotel openings and announcements
Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai, the UAE
Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai is opening this month within the iconic Wasl Tower on Sheikh Zayed Road. The hotel will feature 259 rooms and suites, 224 branded residences, and a rooftop helipad, offering panoramic views of the Dubai skyline and Arabian Gulf.
Facilities include a two-floor spa combining traditional and modern wellness treatments, 10 dining venues covering French, Chinese, Greek, and Italian cuisines, and bars offering nightlife experiences. The residences provide private living with full access to the hotel’s services and amenities.
Wasl Tower’s twisting ceramic façade incorporates energy-efficient design and natural cooling, positioning the development as a new benchmark for sustainable urban hospitality in Dubai.
Tribe Auckland Fort Street, New Zealand
Tribe Auckland Fort Street is scheduled to open on October 14, 2025, marking the brand’s New Zealand debut. The hotel offers 60 compact guestrooms, a dynamic lobby bar, and a social hub designed for both locals and travellers.
Located near Britomart and Commercial Bay, the property emphasises modern living and communal spaces, providing a central base to explore Auckland’s attractions.
The Laurus, a Luxury Collection Resort, Singapore, Singapore
The Laurus, a Luxury Collection Resort, Singapore opens as the first Luxury Collection property in Singapore, located within Resorts World Sentosa.
The resort features 183 suites, each offering luxurious bedding and furnishings, and artisanal local refreshments.
Facilities include Laurus Table, the hotel’s specialty restaurant, a spa and fitness centre, a landscaped pool, and a sensory garden showcasing native flora and wildlife. The property integrates local craftsmanship throughout, including repurposed timber, artworks by Singaporean artists with disabilities, and bespoke design elements.
Situated in Sentosa, the resort provides access to the island’s attractions while offering a private sanctuary with refined comforts and high-end amenities.
The Standard, Pattaya Na Jomtien, Thailand
Located just over an hour from Bangkok in the seaside enclave of Na Jomtien, The Standard, Pattaya Na Jomtien is a beachfront resort with 161 rooms and suites. Accommodation ranges from Standard Kings to Ocean View Pool Suites and a 322m² Penthouse, all with garden or sea views and modern amenities.
Facilities include the beach club Esmé, Thai coastal grill Sereia, adults-only rooftop spa and bar Mmhmmm, a beachfront pool with loungers and service, and Surf Shack, a casual grab-and-go spot for ocean sports enthusiasts. Na Jomtien offers swimmable waters, nearby islands such as Koh Kram, Koh Phai and Koh Larn for snorkelling and sailing, as well as local dining, cafés, and kitesurfing opportunities.
