Brands
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Child-centered lifestyle brand Hotel Bambinee launches
With amenities for kids and a modern, stylish design for adults, the new brand aims to “deliver an experience that celebrates families” — something other lifestyle hotels don’t typically prioritize.
By Jenna Walters • March 27, 2024 -
IHG continues luxury lifestyle push with San Antonio InterContinental
The $158 million redevelopment, inspired by “the golden age of Hollywood,” is slated to open this summer in the Texas city’s central business district.
By Jenna Walters • March 26, 2024 -
Q&A
IHG VP talks ambitious plans to scale conversion brand Garner
Karen Gilbride spoke with Hotel Dive about IHG's plans to open 1,000 Garner hotels in the U.S. and why the lower midscale segment is important to developers and travelers.
By Noelle Mateer • March 26, 2024 -
Proper Hospitality appoints Andrew Miele as chief development officer
The hotel industry veteran will be responsible for the growth of the brand’s luxury lifestyle portfolio, including across new U.S. markets like Dallas and Lake Tahoe.
By Jenna Walters • March 22, 2024 -
Graduate Hotels brand expands to Auburn, Alabama
The 35th property in the brand’s portfolio — soon to be owned by Hilton — will open near Auburn University.
By Noelle Mateer • March 22, 2024 -
Compass by Margaritaville expands boutique lifestyle pipeline
The brand plans to bring “the Margaritaville state of mind” to a “more intimate setting” with several hotels set to break ground or open this year, according to SVP of Development Rick Cunningham.
By Jenna Walters • March 21, 2024 -
Choice Hotels unveils new prototype for Sleep Inn brand
The “Scenic Dreams” prototype features a more efficient, cost-effective design for owners and developers as well as wellness-focused amenities aimed at boosting guest satisfaction.
By Jenna Walters • March 20, 2024 -
Hilton’s Hampton launches rebrand, refreshed prototype
A new visual identity and optimized hotel design are intended to position Hampton for “the next era of travel,” the hotel company said.
By Noelle Mateer • March 20, 2024 -
Why college towns are attractive to hoteliers
Hilton, which acquired Graduate Hotels, isn’t the only hotel group betting on college towns. Experts share the unique appeal — and challenges — of the markets.
By Noelle Mateer • March 15, 2024 -
IHG expands Atwell Suites brand with conversion hotel in Texas
Atwell Suites Austin Airport is the upper midscale brand’s first conversion property, opening as IHG continues to see heightened demand for the development option.
By Jenna Walters • March 15, 2024 -
Motto by Hilton to break ground in Nashville
The property will be the city’s next Hilton lifestyle hotel as the company continues its push in the segment.
By Noelle Mateer • March 14, 2024 -
Hilton acquires Graduate Hotels
The college town-focused brand will join Hilton’s rapidly expanding lifestyle portfolio.
By Noelle Mateer • March 14, 2024 -
Hyatt to debut Andaz brand in Florida amid luxury lifestyle push
The company will transform The Confidante Miami Beach into Andaz Miami Beach, with updated guest rooms, meetings and events space and amenities.
By Jenna Walters • March 13, 2024 -
Hospitality experts weigh in on failed Choice Hotels-Wyndham merger
After Choice received insufficient support for its exchange offer, hotel industry pros say the decision to walk away from the proposed acquisition may have been its best bet.
By Jenna Walters • March 12, 2024 -
Choice Hotels ends pursuit to acquire Wyndham
The hotel company will not extend its exchange offer and is withdrawing its slate of director nominees vying for Wyndham board seats to focus on its standalone strategy.
By Jenna Walters • March 11, 2024 -
Choice Hotels bets on dual-property concept with latest Everhome opening
The company opened the midscale extended stay hotel on a shared site property alongside its economy WoodSpring Suites brand, hoping to appeal to a wider range of travelers.
By Jenna Walters • March 8, 2024 -
MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy begins taking bookings
With the brand, Marriott has converted several prominent MGM properties in Las Vegas under its reservation system, expanding its reach in the leisure and entertainment market.
By Jenna Walters • March 7, 2024 -
Choice Hotels urges Wyndham stockholders to tender shares
As Choice’s March 8 exchange offer deadline approaches, the hotel company reiterated that its acquisition offer provides value far exceeding what Wyndham can achieve alone.
By Jenna Walters • March 6, 2024 -
Boutique brand Drift Hotels expands to Nashville
The 87-room Drift Nashville opening comes after TMC Hospitality expanded the brand in California last year.
By Noelle Mateer • March 4, 2024 -
Loews Minneapolis Hotel rebranded to Hilton following sale
New owner and management company Marcus Hotels & Resorts will immediately convert the property to The Lofton Hotel under lifestyle brand Tapestry Collection by Hilton.
By Jenna Walters • March 4, 2024 -
Rio Hotel & Casino Las Vegas to join Hyatt brand after $340M renovation
The Destination by Hyatt property will help the hotel company grow its footprint in the “leading leisure and convention travel market,” keeping up with peers like Marriott International.
By Jenna Walters • March 4, 2024 -
IHG opens 2 wellness-focused hotels in Texas
The Even hotels in Austin and Waco, Texas, will offer in-room fitness amenities, part of a growing trend to court wellness travelers.
By Noelle Mateer • March 1, 2024 -
IHG’s Six Senses to open first US resort in South Carolina
The wellness-focused spa, resort and residential community brand, founded in Thailand, is expanding as part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ ongoing luxury and lifestyle push.
By Noelle Mateer • Feb. 28, 2024 -
Sen. Elizabeth Warren calls on FTC to ‘closely scrutinize’ Choice-Wyndham merger
In a letter to FTC Chair Lina Khan, the senator raised concerns about Choice’s “hostile takeover,” asking the agency to block the deal if it violates antitrust law.
By Jenna Walters • Feb. 28, 2024 -
Hilton partners with AutoCamp on outdoor-centric, boutique stays
The collaboration, allowing guests to book “glamping” experiences near national parks, comes as travelers increasingly prioritize adventure and exploration.
By Jenna Walters • Feb. 28, 2024