Lodging Lowdown: Viceroy Hotels to debut NYC flagship, Radisson launches app on ChatGPT

Plus, Remington Hospitality added a soon-to-be Hyatt Regency in San Diego to its portfolio, and Langham Hospitality Group named a new chief operating officer.

By Noor Adatia • July 31, 2026

Hyatt sees Q2 RevPAR growth driven by luxury travel demand

Hyatt’s U.S. results “exceeded expectations,” with leisure travel remaining robust and the World Cup boosting group demand, per CEO Mark Hoplamazian.

By Jenna Graber • July 30, 2026

MGM Resorts posts solid Q2 results bolstered by strength in Las Vegas

Group and convention momentum as well as targeted capital allocation contributed to growth in Sin City during the second quarter, per MGM executives.

By Jenna Graber • July 30, 2026

Caesars posts Q2 results amid pending acquisition by Fertitta

The resort operator saw declines in Las Vegas during the second quarter but did not host an earnings call due to the looming transaction, which would take Caesars private.

By Jenna Graber • July 29, 2026

Hilton reported Q2 RevPAR gains, raises full-year forecast

During an earnings call, CEO Chris Nassetta touted strengthening demand trends and highlighted a record number of signings that expanded Hilton’s development pipeline.

By Noor Adatia • July 28, 2026

Hilton opens fourth LivSmart Studios hotel in Pensacola, Florida

The extended stay property is designed for guests staying 10 nights or longer and “reflects the brand’s continued momentum” with more locations on the horizon.

By Noor Adatia • July 28, 2026

Sonder brand acquired by TravelAI, relaunching as ‘AI-enabled guide’

The deal includes Sonder’s trademarks and domain names, and the new website offers travelers a curated selection of boutique hotels in major cities. 

By Noor Adatia • July 27, 2026

Wyndham posts Q2 domestic RevPAR gains amid improving fundamentals

During the second quarter of 2026, the company opened nearly 18,000 rooms globally and expanded its artificial intelligence capabilities.

By Jenna Graber • July 23, 2026

NYC hotels remain ‘vulnerable’ from loss of international visitors: report

New York City’s hotel industry “requires a return of international visitors and increased employment” to fully recover from the pandemic, per State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli.

By Noor Adatia • July 21, 2026

Ashford Hospitality Trust sells Fremont Marriott Silicon Valley for $53M

The California sale comes after Ashford offloaded several other hotel assets in June, as “opportunistic dispositions” remain core to the trust’s 2026 strategy, per CEO Stephen Zsigray.

By Jenna Graber • July 17, 2026

Lodging Lowdown: Travel + Leisure Co. makes pair of acquisitions, Peregrine grows presence in Napa Valley

Plus Spire Hospitality appoints a new CEO to drive operational and data initiatives.

By Noor Adatia • July 16, 2026

Fertitta advances Caesars acquisition process, but obstacles remain

Nevada regulators approved two Fertitta executives during a suitability review on Wednesday, but the acquisition must clear other regulatory hurdles to close.

By Jenna Graber • July 10, 2026

Fattal Hotel Group acquires first US hotel in Manhattan

The move marks a “natural progression” for the European hospitality operator, which sees long-term growth potential in New York City and beyond, said Fattal executive Ronen Nissenbaum.

By Jenna Graber • July 9, 2026

Hotels in World Cup host cities exceed initial RevPAR forecast

CoStar data through June 27 shows that hotels in U.S. host cities have averaged RevPAR gains “well above 20%,” surpassing the group’s initial projection of 13%, per analyst Didio Pequeno.

By Noor Adatia • July 6, 2026

Certares acquires Hyatt Regency Savannah in Georgia

The global investment firm, alongside Clearview Hotel Capital, purchased the hotel from subsidiaries of Ashford Hospitality Trust for $158 million.

By Jenna Graber • Updated July 6, 2026

Virgin Hotels Collection appoints CEO

After serving as interim CEO for the last several months, Joe Margison will step into the role permanently to help drive the company’s “next chapter of growth.”

By Jenna Graber • July 1, 2026

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

Hotel deal activity slows, with capital focusing on luxury, wellness

Buyers are focused on the upper end of the market, with upscale, upper upscale and luxury assets comprising 73% of deals over the last six months, per PwC’s U.S. midyear outlook.

By Noor Adatia • 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

Inside Choice Hotels’ next phase of technology innovation

Choice Chief Data, AI and Technology Officer Anna Scozzafava shares how the company is deploying artificial intelligence to create value for both owners and guests.

By Jenna Graber • June 24, 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

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

Luxury hotels to enter a ‘compelling’ investment cycle: JLL

Recent data shows that the luxury segment is seeing opportunity due to the convergence of strong operational performance, limited supply growth and improving capital markets.

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

Top hotel investment trends from NYU IHIF

At NYU’s annual International Hospitality Investment Forum, panelists agreed that transaction activity is on track for continued growth, following 2025’s late-year rebound.

By Noor Adatia • June 9, 2026