Brands

  • Canopy Deer Valley
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    Hilton’s Canopy brand debuts at Utah’s Deer Valley ski resort

    The 180-room hotel is one of the first properties to open as part of Deer Valley Resort’s East Village expansion near Park City.

    By • Sept. 15, 2026
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    Naples Grande Beach Resort joins Signia Hilton portfolio

    The 474-room property is undergoing a comprehensive renovation as Signia Hilton targets luxury destinations.

    By • Sept. 14, 2026
  • A rendering shows the forthcoming W Charlotte in North Carolina.
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    Marriott’s W Hotels expands to Charlotte, North Carolina

    W Charlotte, set to anchor the redevelopment of a former office tower, will build on the luxury lifestyle brand’s recent growth nationwide.

    By • Sept. 14, 2026
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    Lodging Lowdown: Aimbridge brings 3 historic hotels under management, PM Hotel Group names development SVP

    Plus, Loews Hotels has launched new fitness experiences across its portfolio that embrace the “unique character” of each destination.

    By • Sept. 11, 2026
  • The exterior of a Marriott hotel on February 14, 2023 in Austin, Texas.
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    Marriott furthers corporate hotel distribution strategy with Spotnana integration

    With the expanded partnership, Marriott aims to simplify hotel booking and management for corporate travelers, including introducing loyalty linking with Marriott Bonvoy.

    By • Sept. 11, 2026
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    Hilton CMO Mark Weinstein steps down

    The global chief marketing officer is leaving the company after 16 years to pursue an opportunity outside of travel, per a company spokesperson.

    By • Sept. 11, 2026
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    Hyatt, Delta team up to offer loyalty perks across full travel journey

    Through a new collaboration, members of both the World of Hyatt and Delta SkyMiles loyalty programs will be able to earn rewards on travel that “extends far beyond a hotel stay,” said Hyatt’s CEO.

    By • Sept. 10, 2026
  • An view of Park Hyatt Beaver Creek in Avon, Colorado.
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    Retrieved from Beaver Creek Resort on May 05, 2026
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    Braemar shareholder Al Shams intends to nominate directors to REIT’s board

    The trust’s largest shareholder is looking to fill five board seats as it clashes with Braemar Hotels & Resorts on its decision to split from Ashford Inc. and become self-managed.

    By • Sept. 9, 2026
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    What hoteliers should have on their radar this fall

    Hotel Dive rounds up top trends in investment, development, guest satisfaction and more that hotel pros should watch through 2026.

    By • Sept. 8, 2026
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    Lodging Lowdown: Mews launches POS in North America, Borgata announces $107M tower renovation project

    Plus, Hotel Equities partners with Lodgic Hospitality to scale its portfolio in Austin, Texas.

    By • Sept. 4, 2026
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    Crowne Plaza Manhattan Times Square opens after renovation

    Following a yearslong overhaul, the 685-key property serves as Crowne Plaza’s new Americas flagship, according to parent company IHG Hotels & Resorts.

    By Lara Ewen • Sept. 3, 2026
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    Courtesy of Diamond PR
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    Downtown Savannah hotel reopens as Hotel Orielle

    The 75-room Autograph Collection hotel in Georgia will pay homage to the city's past and remain a Marriott-branded property under the company's luxury lifestyle banner.

    By • Sept. 2, 2026
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    Marriott, NFL partner on curated travel guides

    The City Guides program features local recommendations from NFL players as Marriott Bonvoy turns to brand partnerships to offer rewards that speak to guests’ passions.

    By • Sept. 1, 2026
  • Choice Hotels International headquarters at the Pike & Rose development in North Bethesda, Maryland.
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    Choice Hotels names Dominic Dragisich president and CEO

    Dragisich served as the company’s interim CEO for the last three months after former CEO Patrick Pacious exited.

    By • Aug. 31, 2026
  • The exterior of Resorts World Las Vegas along the Las Vegas Strip.
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    Courtesy of Resorts World Las Vegas
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    Hotel Tech-in: The AI-powered system optimizing Resorts World’s central utility plant

    Johnson Controls claims its Metasys and OpenBlue technology has saved the Las Vegas resort $110,000 in annual energy costs.

    By • Aug. 28, 2026
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    Lodging Lowdown: Hyatt House DFW Airport hotel tops out, Sheraton Tribeca completes multimillion-dollar renovation

    Plus, IHG’s InterContinental has extended its partnership with jet lag mitigation app Timeshifter to help guests adjust to different time zones.

    By • Aug. 28, 2026
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    Courtesy of Hoefer Welker
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    UMusic Hotels expands to downtown Kansas City

    Developers will convert a historic downtown building into a music-focused 169-room hotel, inspired by the Missouri city’s rich jazz history.

    By • Aug. 27, 2026
  • The exterior of the dual-branded AC Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk and Element San Antonio Riverwalk.
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    Courtesy of Highline Hospitality Partners
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    Dual-branded Marriott hotel in San Antonio sells

    Highline Hospitality Partners acquired an AC Hotel and Element property near the city’s Riverwalk, expanding its portfolio as hotel investment trends shift. 

    By • Aug. 27, 2026
  • Spa in a hotel
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    Hilton launches fitness and recovery concept Signia Restore

    Set to debut at Signia Hilton Indianapolis in 2027, Restore combines advanced fitness and restorative technologies as travelers increasingly prioritize wellness.

    By • Aug. 26, 2026
  • The Blennerhassett hotel in Parkersburg, West Virginia.
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    Courtesy of Taylor Hospitality
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    Historic West Virginia hotel to join Wyndham’s Trademark Collection

    Taylor Hospitality will convert The Blennerhassett in Parkersburg under the soft brand, as Wyndham sees portfolio growth from conversions in higher chain scales.

    By • Aug. 25, 2026
  • An image of a sign at Aiden by Best Western Sacramento Downtown in California.
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    BWH Hotels expands boutique offerings with Aiden openings

    The company plans to open additional brand locations across the U.S. targeting travelers who seek hotels with personality and a local connection.

    By • Aug. 24, 2026
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    Lodging Lowdown: LivAway Suites expands to Alabama, Meyer Jabara adds first university hotel

    Plus, Davidson Hospitality Group debuted its GM Edge program, a leadership initiative designed to “drive operational excellence.”

    By • Aug. 21, 2026
  • A person searches for travel recommendations via their phone and laptop.
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    4 AI-powered hotel search tools that have launched so far in 2026

    Marriott, IHG and Wyndham have debuted conversational search tools as travelers increasingly use artificial intelligence for trip planning.

    By • Aug. 21, 2026
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    Noor Adatia/Hotel Dive

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    How hotels can leverage experiences and unique partnerships to drive loyalty

    Marriott International’s Lucy Werner shares how strategic partnerships can enhance the guest experience and tap into guests’ passions and interests.

    By • Aug. 19, 2026
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    Marriott’s Luxury Collection debuts expedition series focused on cultural immersion

    The brand launched a set of 10 travel itineraries and experiences that enable guests to engage more deeply with destinations across its portfolio.

    By • Aug. 19, 2026