Miami’s Mandarin Oriental to proceed with layoffs, closure to make way for residences

The Brickell Key property will lay off some 430 employees ahead of its demolition to make room for a new two-tower hotel and residences complex.

Choice Hotels CIO talks future of hospitality tech

Brian Kirkland shares how generative AI will drive efficiencies across the “drastically evolving” hotel industry amid the company’s 10th annual tech innovation summit.

Marriott gets into bed with Gwyneth Paltrow for new sleep-focused campaign

Westin Hotels & Resorts is partnering with the celeb’s lifestyle brand Goop on a video series to give hotel guests insights on sleep quality and overall wellness.

Marriott opens AC Hotel in ‘growing’ Savannah

The hotel in the city’s historic district aims to capture leisure and business travelers to the increasingly popular Georgia destination.

Aimbridge taps lifestyle operations leader

Michael Murray will take over as vice president of operations for Evolution Hospitality, Aimbridge’s lifestyle division.

San Francisco hotel market poised for ‘robust recovery’: JLL

Improved business fundamentals and travel demand are slated to drive RevPAR gains and hotel investment in the California market, per a new report.

How Trump’s tariffs may impact hotels

It’s too soon to know how greatly economic uncertainty will impact RevPAR, but experts worry about dampened tourism and decreased pricing power.

How to prepare for an ICE raid at your hotel

Hotel owners and managers should know their rights, obligations and best practices as immigration enforcement ramps up across the U.S., per Mandelbaum Barrett PC attorneys. 

Trump’s immigration enforcement against employers has been gradual. That may soon change.

Worksite visits and arrests at smaller worksites are already happening. Operations against bigger employers, coupled with the threat of penalties, are likely fast approaching.

Reside appoints new CEO to ‘propel’ Wyndham collab

Global executive Gavin Morgan will succeed Lee Curtis at Reside’s helm as the company expands in top-50 U.S. metros through a partnership with Wyndham.

Omni Hotels & Resorts taps Accor exec as chief revenue officer

Adam Hayashi will focus on maximizing topline revenue performance and capturing greater market share at Omni.

Hotel staffing to remain ‘well below’ pre-pandemic levels

The American Hotel & Lodging Association expects the industry to add 14,000 employees this year, though challenges persist amid economic uncertainty.

The top hospitality leadership appointments of Q1 2025

Global hotel companies, management firms and national associations all made leadership changes in the first months of the year.

Expedia pursues agentic, generative AI with caution

Leadership balances innovation with speed, scalability and costs while boosting employee engagement via an internal “playground.”

US travel spending off to slow start in 2025: BofA

Bank of America card data reveals softer spending across travel categories, including lodging and airfare.

Under Canvas launches Outdoor Collection for ‘nature-based’ stays

The outdoor-focused hospitality company, which partnered with Hyatt last year, debuts its new portfolio with two properties in Michigan and Montana.

Sweeping new tariffs put future construction projects at risk

Despite exemptions for key building materials, import taxes announced Wednesday by President Donald Trump could lead to a slowdown in new work, experts say.

Marriott Bonvoy’s latest loyalty play: VIP Beyoncé tour experiences

As the Cowboy Carter Tour’s official hotel partner, Marriott International will offer loyalty members exclusive experiences and packages.

Graduate by Hilton expands to Colorado

The historic Hotel Boulderado in Boulder joins the college town-focused brand, which Hilton acquired last year to grow its lifestyle offerings.

Hyatt converts NYC hotel to Unbound Collection

James NoMad Hotel is now the Hotel Seville NoMad, and a property refresh is adding more guest experiences and a new lobby bar.

Universal Orlando adds latest hotel to growing Epic Universe theme park

The 750-room Terra Luna resort, developed in partnership with Loews, debuted next to its “fraternal twin” Stella Nova in the soon-to-open Florida theme park.

US hotel RevPAR to grow 2% in 2025: CBRE

Urban locations are projected to see the strongest growth this year, assuming no disruptive public policy changes.

Marriott to revamp, convert Utah ski hotel

The 128-key Park City Peaks Hotel will become Hotel Thaynes, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel after a $21 million renovation as development in the ski destination ramps up.

2024 a ‘quiet’ year for M&A in travel, hospitality sector

Corporate deal volumes fell to their lowest levels since 2020, but hospitality companies continued to cross-pollinate through strategic partnerships and loyalty tie-ins, according to KPMG.

Hilton converts St. Louis hotel under Tapestry Collection

Angad Arts Hotel St. Louis joins the brand amid Hilton’s push in the rapidly expanding lifestyle segment.