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    Hotel CEOs tout 2026 growth despite persistent challenges in Q4

    Hospitality companies posted widespread U.S. RevPAR declines again in the fourth quarter, but a new year spells new hope, particularly on the development and technology fronts.

    By • Feb. 24, 2026
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    Gencom’s NYC Ritz-Carlton buy signals bold 2026 strategy

    Chief Investment Officer Alessandro Colantonio shares the allure behind New York City and other key markets where the firm is eyeing branded luxury opportunities.

    By • Feb. 23, 2026
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    Legacy property in South Texas set to transform into ‘urban oasis’

    El Tropicano, the first hotel to open along San Antonio’s River Walk, will be reborn as a modernist retreat with dining concepts, a spa and the city’s largest pool deck.

    By • Updated Feb. 20, 2026
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    Wyndham CEO optimistic about future development despite RevPAR woes

    During a Thursday earnings call, Wyndham executives touted “strong conversion activity” amid a significant decline in U.S. RevPAR in Q4 2025. 

    By • Feb. 19, 2026
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    Global markets ‘key’ to Choice Hotels’ growth as US RevPAR down in Q4

    Dampened domestic travel demand could get a boost from anticipated tax relief for middle-income families as well as major events in 2026, per CEO Pacious.

    By • Feb. 19, 2026
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    IHG builds on conversion momentum in Q4 with collection brand launch

    The new upscale Noted Collection “fills a key space” in IHG’s brand ladder, as the company eyes strong net unit growth in 2026, CEO Elie Maalouf said.

    By • Feb. 18, 2026
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    Caesars joins MGM, Wynn in posting Q4 Vegas dip

    Despite recent net revenue declines in the market, CEO Tom Reeg enters 2026 with optimism, saying “the allure of Las Vegas has not changed.”

    By • Feb. 18, 2026
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    Hyatt executive chair Thomas Pritzker exits citing Epstein association

    The longtime board chairman will retire and not seek reelection after being named in court documents pertaining to the late Jeffrey Epstein’s sex crimes.

    By • Feb. 17, 2026
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    Hyatt’s lifestyle Andaz brand enters first mountain destination

    With the Andaz Heber Valley hotel and residences, the company expands its newly formed Lifestyle Group portfolio as well as its footprint in Utah’s ski country. 

    By • Feb. 17, 2026
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    Marriott ‘actively investing’ in AI, reports progress on system migration

    The company is working to overhaul three core tech systems, rolling out the updates to “a meaningful number” of hotels in 2026.

    By Roberto Torres • Feb. 17, 2026
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    Wynn Resorts posts Q4 Vegas declines, points to brighter 2026

    Casino volumes and RevPAR are holding up well to start the year, and a solid group and convention calendar is promising, CEO Craig Billings said during an earnings call.

    By • Feb. 13, 2026
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    Waldorf Astoria New York could sell: WSJ

    After reopening just months ago, the historic Manhattan hotel could soon hit the market for more than $1 billion, per other reports. 

    By • Feb. 12, 2026
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    Asset-light strategy to fuel Hyatt’s growth in 2026

    The company’s fourth-quarter results “exceeded expectations,” CFO Joan Bottarini said on an earnings call, with RevPAR and net rooms gains also anticipated in the year ahead.

    By • Feb. 12, 2026
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    Conversions remain ‘integral’ to Hilton, as CEO touts new brands

    Chris Nassetta said during an earnings call that 2025 was the “biggest year of organic openings,” also hinting at the imminent launch of Undergraduate and an upcoming student-housing concept. 

    By • Feb. 12, 2026
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    How to build hotel F&B strategies that maximize traffic and profitability

    Bringing a sense of character, careful layouts and smart staffing to food and beverage operations can help drive hotel profitability, writes the founder of a hospitality architecture and design firm.

    By Alexis Readinger • Feb. 12, 2026
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    Marriott added more than 40 million loyalty members in 2025

    The hotel company has fueled its loyalty program through partnerships with companies like Uber and Starbucks, CEO Anthony Capuano said.

    By Bryan Wassel • Feb. 11, 2026
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    Iconic property in Bozeman, Montana, to be restored as boutique hotel

    Noble House and Breakwater are teaming up to restore the historic Baxter Hotel to its former glory as a 32-room luxury hotel, complete with a wellness center and cold plunge tub. 

    By • Feb. 11, 2026
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    Marriott’s Edition brand to fill ‘clear gap’ in Nashville hospitality

    The Nashville Edition hotel and residential development in Tennessee will proceed after investment group Tidal Real Estate Partners secured $371.5 million in financing.

    By • Feb. 11, 2026
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    Marriott posts RevPAR, development gains in Q4 2025

    The company anticipates solid portfolio growth in 2026 driven by a growing luxury pipeline and momentum in conversions, C-suite executives shared during an earnings call.

    By • Feb. 10, 2026
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    Hilton capitalizes on LA sports scene with opening of The Anthem Hotel

    Steps away from SoFi Stadium, The Anthem is a part of Hilton’s growing Tapestry Collection and marks the first lifestyle hotel to open in the bustling neighborhood.

    By • Feb. 9, 2026
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    Gencom buys Manhattan Ritz-Carlton, furthering luxury investment strategy

    The Miami-based firm acquired the Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park hotel from Westbrook Partners and Korea Investment Corp. following other recent New York City deals.

    By • Feb. 6, 2026
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    MGM Resorts down in Las Vegas in Q4, though CEO remains optimistic

    The company’s Vegas segment saw net revenues decline each quarter of 2025, but CEO Bill Hornbuckle maintains “there always will be extraordinary value” in the market.

    By • Feb. 6, 2026
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    Hard Rock plots $850M hospitality project in Puerto Rico

    The music-inspired Hard Rock Hotel & Casino San Juan, also slated to offer branded residences, represents the company’s first destination in the territory.

    By • Feb. 6, 2026
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    Choice Hotels unveils updated prototype for Everhome Suites

    Designed in response to “evolving market conditions and rising construction costs,” the new extended stay model is said to lower build costs and improve operational efficiency.

    By • Feb. 5, 2026
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    Canary Technologies acquires OpenKey to bolster its mobile key platform

    The deal expands Canary’s access to door lock providers and builds upon its AI-powered guest management system.

    By • Feb. 4, 2026