Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Announces Global Hotel Transformations

Image: Fairmont Tremblant- Mont-Tremblant, Quebec, Canada (Photo Credit: Fairmont Hotels & Resorts)
Image: Fairmont Tremblant- Mont-Tremblant, Quebec, Canada (Photo Credit: Fairmont Hotels & Resorts)
Noreen Kompanik
by Noreen Kompanik
Last updated: 11:35 AM ET, Wed July 1, 2026

Driven by a commitment to ‘Make Special Happen’, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts has announced that 20 percent of the Fairmont portfolio is undergoing transformation.

This includes the Americas, Europe, Africa, Asia with redevelopment projects at Fairmont Southampton in Bermuda and Fairmont Grand Geneva in Switzerland, both slated for a Fall 2026 reopening.

Key transformation highlights include:

Active Renovations

Fairmont Southampton– Bermuda: Embarking on the largest renovation project in Bermuda's history.

Fairmont Pacific Rim– Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada: The Wellness Club at the Forbes Five-Star Fairmont Pacific Rim is Vancouver's premier destination for elevated self-care and holistic wellbeing with the newly renovated Fairmont Spa.

The Savoy, London- United Kingdom: Reflects Fairmont’s commitment to preserving iconic heritage with both its storied Art Deco and Edwardian wings.

Fairmont Chateau Laurier- Ottawa, Ontario, Canada: Extensive guestroom and bathroom renovation currently underway.

Fairmont Tremblant- Mont-Tremblant, Quebec, Canada: Comprehensive guest renovation program with the unveiling of a new Presidential Suite for fall 2026.

Fairmont Waterfront- Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada: Unveils 96 renovated guest rooms reflecting the hotel’s Pure Coastal Luxury identity.

Fairmont Grand Hotel Geneva- Geneva, Switzerland: Addition of elegant loggias to rooms overlooking Lake Geneva.

Fairmont Le Château Frontenac- Quebec City, Canada: Addition of 34 new Gold guestrooms alongside a fully renovated Gold Lounge.

Recently Completed

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge – Jasper, Alberta, Canada: Originally conceived as a collection of luxury tents established on the shores of Lac Beauvert by the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway in 1915, the property has undergone a comprehensive, multi-phased repositioning, culminating in the reopening of its iconic main lodge.

Fairmont Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania: Guest rooms refresh, reimagined elegance with sweeping skyline views.

Fairmont Orchid – Waimea, Hawai'i: Fairmont Orchid on Hawai'i Island completed a multi-million-dollar property transformation in June 2025, with the resort's guest rooms, Fairmont Gold floor and meeting and event spaces all fully refreshed.  

Fairmont Kea Lani- Maui, Hawai’i-Reimagined return of Kō, the resort's celebrated signature restaurant

Coming Soon

Fairmont Winnipeg – Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada: Fairmont Winnipeg is undergoing a complete property transformation spanning all guestrooms, the lobby level, the Fairmont Gold Lounge and fitness and pool facilities.

Fairmont Beijing – Beijing, China: Fairmont Beijing will close its doors on September 1, 2026 to embark on a complete renovation, marking the beginning of a significant new chapter for one of the brand's landmark addresses in Asia.

Omer Acar, Chief Executive Officer of Fairmont Hotels & Resorts said in a statement, “Fairmont has always been a place where the world gathers, and this remains true today. Our hotels, whether historic treasures or modern masterpieces, are always central to life's most important moments. While we celebrate our profound heritage, Fairmont is unequivocally a brand of the future.”

He added, “New properties like Fairmont Doha, Fairmont Hanoi, and Fairmont Tokyo are defining the urban landscapes and cultural narratives of their cities, just as our original grand hotels did. Our commitment lies in continually renovating and adapting our heritage hotels, guaranteeing they deliver unparalleled experiences for our discerning guests globally.”


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