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Sonesta to add 114 hotels to franchise portfolio
The hotels will convert from existing long-term management agreements to long-term franchise agreements after owner Service Properties Trust sells them in 2025 to repay debt.
By Jenna Walters • Oct. 18, 2024 -
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IHG brings Regent brand back to US with California flagship
The brand has not been in the U.S. since 1992, when Four Seasons took over the Regent Beverly Wilshire in Beverly Hills.
By Noelle Mateer • Oct. 18, 2024 -
Courtesy of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
Four Seasons Hotel New York to reopen next month
After more than four years closed, the luxury Manhattan hotel will open as the city’s lodging market sees significant performance growth.
By Jenna Walters • Oct. 16, 2024 -
Courtesy of Standard International
Standard International opens new concept The Manner in NYC
The 97-room luxury hotel opened in Manhattan’s SoHo neighborhood shortly after Hyatt Hotels completed its acquisition of Standard International.
By Noelle Mateer • Oct. 16, 2024 -
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Diplomat Beach Resort renovated, rebranded under Signia by Hilton
The Hollywood, Florida, hotel is undergoing extensive upgrades to its lobby, dining concepts and oceanfront conference space ahead of switching flags.
By Jenna Walters • Oct. 15, 2024 -
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View from the top: Hospitality CEOs give their industry outlooks
Hospitality industry leaders from AAHOA, Extended Stay America, Peachtree Group and JLL are optimistic, despite possible regulatory hurdles.
By Jenna Walters • Oct. 9, 2024 -
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Hospitality leaders talk ‘insatiable’ luxury hotel demand
Experts from Marriott, IHG, Auberge and Host share what’s driving the evolution of the luxury hotel segment and opportunities for brand growth and development.
By Jenna Walters • Oct. 8, 2024 -
Courtesy of Marriott International
Marriott to expand City Express brand to US and Canada
Building the brand, formerly referred to as Project Mid-T, is part of the company’s strategy to strengthen its presence in the affordable midscale transient segment.
By Noelle Mateer • Oct. 8, 2024 -
Courtesy of Choice Hotels International
Choice Hotels relaunches upper upscale soft brand Radisson Individuals
The brand focuses on full-service, boutique and independent hotels, “seizing on major potential” to cater to increased traveler demand for unique accommodations, Choice SVP Indy Adenaw shared.
By Jenna Walters • Oct. 3, 2024 -
Courtesy of AJ Capital Partners
Field & Stream Lodge Co. to open first property in Montana
The outdoor-centric hospitality brand by Starwood Capital Group and AJ Capital Partners is targeting 35 properties in the U.S.
By Noelle Mateer • Oct. 3, 2024 -
Courtesy of BWH Hotels
BWH Hotels names former retail industry exec chief technology officer
Reporting to CEO Larry Cuculic, Bill Ryan will oversee the hospitality company’s technology management team, guiding its digital strategy and transformation.
By Jenna Walters • Oct. 2, 2024 -
Courtesy of Marriott International
Marriott opens renovated W Hollywood amid strategic luxury push
The W Hotels West Coast flagship in California will cater to the next generation of luxury travelers with bespoke design elements and experiential amenities.
By Jenna Walters • Oct. 2, 2024 -
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José Andrés Group to open luxury hotel, membership club
A partnership with Thor Equities, The Bazaar House by José Andrés will open in Washington, D.C., in 2027.
By Noelle Mateer • Sept. 27, 2024 -
Courtesy of Kempinski
From lotions to linens: How hotel marketplaces can boost guest loyalty
Advanced data analytics makes it easier for hotels to sell in-room products and win repeat customers.
By Shefali Kapadia • Sept. 26, 2024 -
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What’s next for OYO and G6 Hospitality?
The Indian hospitality company bet big on U.S. budget hotels with its $525 million Motel 6 buy. Experts say it could be a new chapter for the tech provider.
By Noelle Mateer • Sept. 25, 2024 -
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OYO to purchase Motel 6 brand for $525M
The India-based hospitality tech company expands its U.S. presence by acquiring G6 Hospitality from Blackstone.
By Noelle Mateer • Sept. 23, 2024 -
Courtesy of Peachtree Group
Peachtree acquires AC Hotel by Marriott in Utah
CEO Greg Friedman said a slowdown in transactions has allowed Peachtree to buy a number of hotel properties at below-market rates.
By Noelle Mateer • Sept. 20, 2024 -
Courtesy of Choice Hotels International
Ascend Collection enters DC market as Choice Hotels pushes upscale
The Quincy, offering 99 boutique guest rooms and modern amenities, debuts in Washington, D.C., as Choice continues to focus on the expansion of its upper-tier brands.
By Jenna Walters • Sept. 18, 2024 -
Courtesy of Gencom
Gencom enters NYC with Thompson Central Park Hotel acquisition
With the reported $300 million buy, the firm strengthens its relationship with Hyatt and positions itself in “one of the world’s top hospitality markets.”
By Jenna Walters • Sept. 18, 2024 -
Courtesy of sbe
SBE launches longevity-focused resort brand amid strategic expansion
The brainchild of Sam Nazarian and Tony Robbins, The Estate Hotels & Residences seeks to become "the largest ecosystem of preventative medicine and longevity in the world."
By Noelle Mateer • Sept. 17, 2024 -
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Savannah lofts convert under Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy
The Ann Savannah, offering apartment-style accommodations in its namesake Georgia city, joins hotel management company Sage Hospitality’s lifestyle portfolio.
By Jenna Walters • Sept. 17, 2024 -
Courtesy of Renaissance Orlando Resort and Spa
Renaissance Orlando Resort and Spa opens after $25M renovation
The Marriott-branded hotel opens at Walt Disney World Resort as Orlando, Florida, sees heightened tourism levels and notable hotel investment activity.
By Jenna Walters • Sept. 13, 2024 -
Courtesy of Trailborn
Trailborn plots next outdoor-centric hotel for North Carolina beach
With the renovated and rebranded Wrightsville Beach hotel, the boutique brand continues its expansion to top outdoor destinations amid traveler demand.
By Jenna Walters • Sept. 13, 2024 -
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LivAway Suites developer opens office in ‘growth’ market Phoenix
West77 Partners has several extended stay hotels underway in the metro area and is plotting up to 12 more as part of a rapid nationwide brand expansion.
By Jenna Walters • Sept. 11, 2024 -
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Raines makes latest lifestyle play in New Orleans
The rebranded Hotel Theo, a Tapestry Collection by Hilton property, joins the hospitality management company’s growing lifestyle division, Woven by Raines.
By Jenna Walters • Sept. 9, 2024
