Hilton reportedly to launch new college town-focused lifestyle brand

A complement to Hilton’s acquired Graduate brand, Undergraduate by Hilton would target small college towns in secondary and tertiary markets, Skift reported.

By Jenna Graber • Jan. 29, 2026

Ian Schrager taps Highgate to take PUBLIC hotel brand global

According to The Wall Street Journal, the joint venture will scale the PUBLIC brand through acquisitions and conversions of current Highgate properties.

By Lara Ewen • Jan. 28, 2026

IHG debuts first US Ruby Hotels property in Chicago

The signing underscores the urban lifestyle brand’s strong growth potential, per IHG Americas CEO Jolyon Bulley.

By Jenna Graber • Jan. 27, 2026

US hotel construction pipeline down in Q4, though conversions thrived

The luxury hotels pipeline hit a project record in the quarter, while across markets, Dallas led construction projects, according to data from Lodging Econometrics.

By Lara Ewen • Jan. 27, 2026

IHG brings Six Senses resort to Utah amid brand’s expansion

Six Senses Camp Korongo comes as IHG aims to “set a new standard in ultra-luxury experiential travel.”

By Jenna Graber • Jan. 26, 2026

Top US hotel openings to watch in 2026

From Dolly Parton’s first Nashville hotel to reimagined icons like Delano Miami Beach, here are the projects hoteliers should keep an eye on this year.

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Wyndham-Reside partnership expands amid apart-hotel boom

The duo opened The Heid Lofts in Philadelphia under the Reside, a Wyndham Residence brand, while competitors Hilton and Marriott also invest in the apartment-style accommodations space.

By Jenna Graber • Jan. 22, 2026

NYC, Phoenix projected to open most hotel rooms in 2026

It’s the second consecutive year New York has led the U.S. in expected new-build openings, but there’s still opportunity for more growth, per CoStar.

By Lara Ewen • Jan. 21, 2026

IHG names Mark Sergot chief development officer for the Americas

With the appointment, IHG fills a vacant role as it plots growth across its luxury and lifestyle, premium, essentials and suites portfolios in the region.

By Jenna Graber • Jan. 16, 2026

Hilton debuts Apartment Collection, expanding in residential hospitality

The brand will launch through a partnership with apartment-style accommodations provider Placemakr, adding as many as 3,000 units to Hilton’s system.

By Jenna Graber • Jan. 15, 2026

C-suite leaders forecast the top hotel development trends of 2026

Chief development officers and segment leaders from six hotel companies, including Marriott, Hilton and Hyatt, share what will drive pipeline growth and strategy this year.

By Jenna Graber • Jan. 14, 2026

Outbound Hotels plots Park City mountain destination

The Utah property comes as Outbound owner Waterton and asset management firm Barings expand their partnership focused on “experiential, design-forward hospitality rooted in nature and community.”

By Lara Ewen • Jan. 14, 2026

Ritz-Carlton becomes latest luxury hotel brand to come to Indianapolis

The new Marriott-brand hotel, part of a larger mixed-use redevelopment, comes as the city invests $3 billion to elevate its downtown for business travelers.

By Jenna Graber • Jan. 9, 2026

Top 5 hospitality industry trends to watch in 2026

Luxury travelers and major eventgoers are slated to drive hotel demand this year, while rising labor costs and advancements in artificial intelligence could shift hospitality operations.

By Jenna Graber, Lara Ewen and Jen A. Miller • Jan. 7, 2026

Top hospitality industry executive appointments of Q4 2025

Hyatt, Sonesta and others named new C-suite leaders in the last months of the year to drive operational changes, portfolio growth and brand strategy.

By Jenna Graber • Jan. 5, 2026

Apple Hospitality buys Nashville Motto by Hilton for $98M

The 260-key Motto by Hilton Nashville Downtown is within walking distance of multiple popular attractions in the area.

By Lara Ewen • Dec. 23, 2025

Omni Hotels & Resorts opens Fort Lauderdale flagship hotel

The 801-key waterfront property brings the brand back to South Florida for the first time in more than 20 years.

By Lara Ewen • Dec. 22, 2025

10 impactful hospitality executive interviews from 2025

C-suite execs from Hyatt, Marriott and Choice Hotels gave insights into technology and development trends, while brand leaders and owners shed light on operations and performance.

By Jenna Graber • Dec. 19, 2025

3 hotel casinos approved for New York City

The winning bids went to the Hard Rock, Genting Group’s Resorts World and Bally’s and will see resorts and complexes come to Queens and the Bronx.

By Lara Ewen • Dec. 18, 2025

Hyatt names Jason Ballard global brand leader for Essentials portfolio

The company veteran is tasked with overseeing strategy, performance and brand evolution for the division as it enters its next phase of growth.

By Jenna Graber • Dec. 17, 2025

Beyond efficiency: Why automation is the creative heart of hotel design

Integrating responsive environments and tailored, high-tech design into hotel spaces can help elevate the guest experience.

By Fabio Zaniboni • Dec. 15, 2025

$10B One Beverly Hills project goes vertical

The luxury development will include two residential towers and a hotel branded by the Aman Group of Switzerland.

By Joe Bousquin • Dec. 10, 2025

LivAway Suites breaks ground on 4th Phoenix-area location

The new hotel will be the extended stay brand's fifth property in Arizona and is part of LivAway’s rapidly growing national development pipeline.

By Lara Ewen • Dec. 10, 2025

Bunkhouse Hotels opens another boutique property in Houston

Hotel Daphne comes after Hotel Saint Augustine debuted in the Texas city earlier this year, following Hyatt’s 2024 purchase of the brand’s parent company, Standard International.

By Jenna Graber • Dec. 8, 2025

3 ways boutique hotels can seize greater market opportunities

By capitalizing on distinctive features and considering the needs of both tourists and locals, independent hospitality professionals can gain a competitive advantage.

By Dale Johns • Dec. 8, 2025