Miri, Malaysia — Mercure Miri City Centre has opened in the second largest city in the state of Sarawak, a 10-minute drive from Miri Airport.  The 172-room property features several restaurants, two dedicated floors of conference and banqueting facilities and a co-working space. Rooms have complimentary tea and coffee, 55-inch TVs and high-speed WiFi.


Melbourne, Australia — Mercure Melbourne St Kilda Road has opened with 145 rooms, including 20 two-bedroom apartments. The property has a full-sized gym, parking and a restaurant and bar.


Milan — Radisson Collection Hotel, Santa Sofia Milan has opened in the center of the city in a 1960s building that had been a corporate headquarters. The 159-room property has several restaurants and bars, an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.


Chicago — TheWit Hotel has been rebranded TheWit, a Hilton Hotel after a multimillion-dollar renovation. The 310-room property has 36 suites, a full-service spa and fitness center, 7,000 square feet of meeting space and a business center. There are several restaurants, including one on the rooftop.


Fredericksburg, Va. — The 92-room Extended Stay Premier Suites Fredericksburg has opened. It features free WiFi and breakfast, premium cable, a fitness room, onsite guest laundry and a large lobby with vending options. Rooms include fully equipped kitchens with a full-size refrigerator, microwave, stovetop, cookware, utensils and dishes; recliners; and a spacious workspace.