Ennismore, the lifestyle division of Accor, has announced expansion of its Delano brand into two of the world’s most prominent cities, with upcoming properties in New York and London. These developments coincide with a planned reopening of Delano Miami Beach in early 2026, signaling a strategic push to re-establish Delano as a global luxury lifestyle hotel brand.
In New York, the Delano property will arise from a conversion of the current Dominick Hotel in SoHo, rebranded as Delano SoHo New York. With approximately 391 guestrooms and suites, the hotel will include substantial event and meeting space and aims to position itself as a cultural and social hub in Hudson Square, near SoHo’s galleries, boutiques, and dining scene. The conversion follows the acquisition of The Dominick by Cain, which will reposition the property under the Delano ethos.
Across the Atlantic, Delano London will be a new build or conversion near Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park. The London property is slated to feature 67 guest rooms and suites, an on-site restaurant curated by Ennismore’s F&B Platform, and a Rose Bar inspired by the iconic Miami original. Ennismore describes the design as a blend of minimalism and warmth, creating a modern yet contextually rich luxury experience. The opening is expected in late 2026.
Meanwhile, the original Delano Miami Beach is scheduled to reopen in early 2026 following a comprehensive renovation that marries its historic Art Deco roots with contemporary design. The restored property will offer 171 guestrooms, four dining and bar concepts, and a revived version of the famed Rose Bar, reasserting Delano’s foundational identity in its birthplace.
These moves build on Delano’s recent entrance into key markets such as Paris and Dubai, indicating a broader strategy of repositioning the brand as a global icon of artful hospitality. The expansion is backed by Ennismore’s partnership with investment firm Cain, which acquired a minority stake in Delano in 2024, and by the appointment of Ben Pundole as Chief Brand Officer to guide the brand’s growth and cultural relevance.
The growth of Delano aligns with rising traveler demand for experiential, design-driven stays that combine local character with elevated amenities. Today’s hotel market increasingly rewards brands that can deliver personality, authenticity, and a sense of place. By entering New York and London with strong brand identity, Delano aims to compete with established lifestyle names in both cities.
With construction and conversion already underway, Delano’s global revival is unfolding in real time. The transition of The Dominick, the London build, and the Miami restoration will each bear close watching as benchmarks of how a heritage brand can evolve in the modern luxury landscape.
