Top hospitality industry executive moves of Q2 2026

CEOs at Choice Hotels and Accor announced plans to depart, while other hotel companies named new technology, finance and development leaders.

By Jenna Graber • July 1, 2026

Hyatt Regency to bring first property to Tucson, Arizona

The Hyatt Regency Tucson Convention Center, expected to open in late 2027, aims to elevate the city’s convention and group business landscape, while strengthening the brand’s presence in the state.

By Noor Adatia • July 1, 2026

Gunter Hotel in San Antonio joins Marriott’s Tribute Portfolio

The historic, music-inspired hotel joins a growing collection of 185-plus Tribute Portfolio hotels worldwide.

By Noor Adatia • June 30, 2026

Chambers Hotel New York reopens in Midtown as independent operation

Following a brief period as a Sonder property, the hotel returns to its original identity as a bespoke, art-forward destination.

By Noor Adatia • June 29, 2026

Lodging Lowdown: Dual-branded Hilton comes to Colorado, Hyatt launches developer financing program

Plus, Aimbridge Hospitality has launched an enterprise platform to drive “operational excellence,” and Hilton opened its second Tempo hotel in Nashville. 

By Noor Adatia , Jenna Graber • June 26, 2026

Hotels tap into experiences as travelers seek maximum value this summer

New Priceline research shows that consumers are “deeply committed” to travel this season, but they want more from their trips. Choice Hotels and others are leaning into the trend.

By Jenna Graber • June 26, 2026

W South Beach to drop Marriott affiliation, lay off 337 workers

The Reuben Brothers-owned hotel and residences will close for renovations this summer as the property prepares for rebranding.

By Jenna Graber • June 25, 2026

Sunstone to sell Hyatt Regency San Francisco for $279 million

Funds affiliated with Blackstone Real Estate are set to acquire the hotel in a deal that aligns with Sunstone’s ongoing stock repurchase strategy, per CEO Bryan Giglia.

By Noor Adatia • June 24, 2026

How hoteliers can embrace design to create memorable moments

Small but carefully considered design details represent a valuable way for owners to differentiate their hotel and drive a tangible return.

By Paige Harris • June 22, 2026

Marriott’s Design Hotels expands portfolio with Palisociety agreements

The design-forward brand added 16 Palisociety hotels to its portfolio, furthering efforts to expand in the Americas.

By Noor Adatia • June 22, 2026

BWH Hotels debuts upscale sales division to capitalize on segment momentum

The newly launched division is designed to drive commercial growth across BWH’s upscale and luxury hotels, as corporate demand creates “immense opportunities for expansion.”

By Jenna Graber • June 18, 2026

Top takeaways from 2026’s NYU International Hospitality Investment Forum

At the annual investor conference, hotel leaders talked travel demand, the future of artificial intelligence and their predictions for the rest of the year.

By Noor Adatia • June 17, 2026

Hilton Boston Back Bay completes multimillion-dollar renovation, emphasizing wellness

The redesigned 401-room hotel offers “travelers a front-row seat to both the heritage and future of Boston” and features an expanded fitness center and upgraded meeting space.

By Noor Adatia • June 17, 2026

Marriott debuts AI-powered hotel search tool Ask Bonvoy

The natural language search experience for travelers debuts as Marriott carries out a broader enterprisewide artificial intelligence deployment strategy.

By Jenna Graber • June 17, 2026

Shareholder ‘betrayal’: Al Shams weighs in on Braemar’s split from Ashford

Braemar Hotels & Resorts’ largest shareholder has accused the trust of “self-dealing” and is threatening legal action following its termination of an advisory agreement with Ashford Inc.

By Jenna Graber • June 16, 2026

G6 Hospitality CEO Sonal Sinha exits amid leadership changes

G6 also promoted Nikhil Heda and Anuj Ladha to support its U.S. growth across the economy, midscale and hospitality segments.

By Noor Adatia • June 15, 2026

Braemar to end strategic review process, become self-managed REIT

After initiating a process to sell last year, Braemar Hotels & Resorts has determined a new course of action, including terminating its advisory agreement with Ashford Inc. and its affiliates.

By Jenna Graber • Updated June 15, 2026

Lodging Lowdown: Delano Miami Beach reopens, AI Hospitality Alliance names advisory board

Also, a historic hotel reopened in Austin, Texas, and Under Canvas expanded in the Northeast.

By Noor Adatia • June 12, 2026

New dual-branded Marriott to serve growing Las Vegas convention demand

A 397-key AC Hotel and Residence Inn property will break ground next week adjacent to the Las Vegas Convention Center, as area resort operators anticipate solid group business.

By Jenna Graber • June 12, 2026

Marriott completes Lefay deal, furthering ‘focus on wellbeing’

The joint venture with Lefay’s founders brings the Italian brand under Marriott’s portfolio, marking the company’s entry into the luxury wellness space.

By Jenna Graber • June 10, 2026

Wyndham-Reside collection comes to downtown Los Angeles

Set inside a historic building, the 110-unit Reside Craftsman, A Wyndham Residence furthers the growth of the apartment-style accommodations brand in urban markets.

By Noor Adatia • June 10, 2026

CitizenM opens first hotel under Marriott’s system post acquisition

The 230-key CitizenM Washington, D.C. Georgetown debuts roughly a year after Marriott International acquired the lifestyle brand for $355 million.

By Jenna Graber • June 10, 2026

LivAway Suites grows extended stay portfolio with third Arizona opening

The hotel debuts as LivAway looks to cater to traveling medical professionals, construction workers and military personnel, CEO Mike Nielson said.

By Jenna Graber • June 9, 2026

Henderson Park forays into Puerto Rico with Hyatt Regency buy

Alongside Pyramid Global Hospitality, the joint venture’s acquisition of the Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve in Río Grande comes as global hotel investment ramps up in 2026.

By Noor Adatia • June 5, 2026

Apart-hotel company Kasa enters Boston amid brand expansion

Kasa Boston at Fenway will offer 47 apartment-style units and hospitality-forward amenities in what it called “one of the most high-demand” markets in the U.S.

By Jenna Graber • June 5, 2026