Exit Interview: Marriott CFO Leeny Oberg reflects on decades-long career

In a one-on-one interview, Oberg shares lessons learned, the impacts of technology on travel and Marriott’s growth prospects as she passes the baton.

By Jenna Graber • March 5, 2026

Hilton opens $185M lifestyle Curio Collection hotel in San Antonio

The 200-room Monarch San Antonio is close to major attractions including the Alamo and River Walk and marks “a new chapter for the city’s hotel landscape.”

By Noor Adatia • March 4, 2026

Wyndham appoints Amit Sripathi as chief financial officer

Following Michele Allen’s departure in November, Sripathi fills the CFO role permanently, as David Wilner takes over as chief development officer.

By Jenna Graber • March 3, 2026

Outrigger exec talks Hawaii hospitality recovery, 2026 growth strategy

Despite taking a “strong one-two punch” from COVID and the Maui wildfires, Hawaii remains a strategic priority for Outrigger, which is reinvesting millions across the islands, Chief Commercial Officer Sean Dee shares.

By Jenna Graber • March 3, 2026

Times Square landmark set to reopen this spring after ‘comprehensive renovation’

Row NYC, which previously served as a hotel sheltering migrants in the city, is reopening in May as one of Midtown’s “most accessible and scalable stays.”

By Noor Adatia • Feb. 27, 2026

W Atlanta Downtown will convert to JW Marriott

The renovated and rebranded luxury hotel will open this spring, with wellness and culinary focused guest rooms and amenities.

By Jenna Graber • Feb. 26, 2026

Voco Times Square - Broadway opens as brand’s largest property in the Americas

The IHG hotel is one of the final new-build projects in the Manhattan neighborhood, featuring a large rooftop with unobstructed skyline views.

By Noor Adatia • Feb. 25, 2026

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 Jenna Graber • Feb. 24, 2026

Hospitality M&A value saw ‘sharp rebound’ in H2 2025: report

During the period, deal value spiked 229.8% compared to the prior half as investors prioritized quality over quantity, according to KPMG.

By Noor Adatia • Feb. 24, 2026

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 Noor Adatia • Updated Feb. 20, 2026

US led global hotel construction pipeline in Q4 as luxury drove growth

The U.S. represented 39% of projects in the global pipeline last quarter, with the number of luxury projects worldwide reaching a new record, per Lodging Econometrics.

By Jenna Graber • Feb. 20, 2026

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 Noor Adatia • Feb. 19, 2026

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 Jenna Graber • Feb. 19, 2026

Global hotel investment volumes to see ‘robust increase’ in 2026: JLL

Investment dynamics are improving largely due to strengthening debt markets, continued conviction in luxury assets and more private equity mobilization, per a new report. 

By Noor Adatia • Feb. 18, 2026

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 Jenna Graber • Feb. 17, 2026

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 Jenna Graber • Feb. 13, 2026

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 Noor Adatia • Feb. 12, 2026

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 Noor Adatia • Feb. 11, 2026

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 Jenna Graber • Feb. 11, 2026

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 Jenna Graber • Feb. 10, 2026

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 Jenna Graber • Feb. 6, 2026

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 Jenna Graber • Feb. 5, 2026

US hotel investment climbed to $24B in 2025: JLL

Transaction volume rose 17.5% year over year, driven in part by strong private equity activity and improving debt markets, according to a new report. 

By Noor Adatia • Feb. 3, 2026

Choice Hotels opens 3 Everhome Suites amid extended stay push

The brand is a key part of Choice’s growth strategy, as extended stay remains “one of the most compelling segments in lodging,” per VP Matt McElhare.

By Jenna Graber • Feb. 3, 2026

Hilton brings Waldorf Astoria to Utah’s Deer Valley ski resort

With a hotel and branded-residences project, Hilton expands at “one of the country’s most sought‑after luxury and lifestyle mountain destinations,” a company VP tells Hotel Dive.

By Jenna Graber • Feb. 2, 2026