Braemar officially splits from Ashford, transitions to self-managed REIT

On Tuesday, the real estate investment trust terminated its advisory agreement with Ashford. It also appointed a new executive team and board of directors.

By Jenna Graber • Nov. 11, 2026

EOS Investors acquires Hyatt Centric in Boston

The 163-key Hyatt Centric Faneuil Hall Boston marks EOS’ first property in the city and expands the firm’s presence in New England and major urban markets.

By Noor Adatia • Nov. 11, 2026

Inside hotel companies’ widespread growth in Q3 2026

Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt and more saw U.S. RevPAR up year over year in the quarter as travel demand improved. Companies also posted development, technology and loyalty gains.

By Jenna Graber • Nov. 10, 2026

Hyatt taps in new chief digital and information officer

Danny Miles will oversee the hotelier’s modernization plans as it aims to use data and AI to create more personalized guest experiences.

By Paige Gross • Nov. 10, 2026

Host Hotels & Resorts buys 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge, Renaissance Plano

The acquisitions, totaling roughly $374 million combined, help the REIT expand its foothold in New York as well as enter the Dallas-Fort Worth market.

By Lara Ewen • Nov. 6, 2026

Wynn reaches deal with striking Boston union workers, posts Q3 results

Encore Boston Harbor workers ratified a new collective bargaining agreement Thursday after a monthslong strike, the same day Wynn reported widespread third-quarter declines.

By Jenna Graber • Nov. 6, 2026

Lodging Lowdown: Remington names CTO, Hersha sells Boston Hilton

Plus, Peachtree Group opened a dual-branded Marriott hotel in Dallas amid its broader development push in Texas.

By Jenna Graber • Nov. 6, 2026

Marriott focuses on AI, loyalty as tech enhances experiences

AI is changing how travelers discover travel options, while the Marriott Bonvoy loyalty program deepens the brand’s relationships with guests, CEO Anthony Capuano said.

By Bryan Wassel • Nov. 5, 2026

Gencom plots European growth following first luxury buy in region

After acquiring Rosewood London, the Miami-based firm plans to expand its luxury portfolio across Europe, using a similar investment approach as in the U.S., Chief Investment Officer Alessandro Colantonio shared. 

By Jenna Graber • Nov. 5, 2026

Gencom acquires InterContinental Miami from Strategic Hotels & Resorts

The firm grows its luxury hotel portfolio with the 653-key waterfront resort, following other recent investments in New York City and Miami.

By Jenna Graber • Nov. 3, 2026

Choice Hotels cites extended stay as ‘key growth driver’ in Q3

The company saw U.S. RevPAR increase 3.8% YOY in the quarter, driven in part by infrastructure-related demand and other encouraging travel trends, CEO Dom Dragisich said.

By Jenna Graber • Nov. 2, 2026

Marriott saw strong RevPAR, development gains in Q3

The quarterly results reflect “remarkably robust” travel demand this year, said CEO Anthony Capuano, who also touted momentum on the loyalty and technology fronts.

By Jenna Graber • Nov. 2, 2026

Lodging Lowdown: Trailborn names new CFO, Wyndham Rewards expands with vacation rentals

Plus, Sixth Street acquired the Four Seasons Scottsdale in Arizona from Braemar for $372 million, and Sage Hospitality Group is expanding in the Pacific Northwest.

By Noor Adatia • Oct. 30, 2026

Luxury drives Hyatt’s Q3 RevPAR growth above expectations

The company also saw “exceptionally strong development activity” in the third quarter, as it looks to expand its brand presence across the U.S., said CEO Mark Hoplamazian.

By Jenna Graber • Oct. 29, 2026

MGM Resorts amends deal with People Inc., shares Q3 results

Hours before reporting revenue and adjusted EBITDA declines for the quarter, MGM announced it amended its existing Voting Agreement with its largest shareholder.

By Jenna Graber • Oct. 29, 2026

Caesars posts Q3 Las Vegas declines as Fertitta takeover looms

Caesars did not host an earnings call to address its systemwide earnings results for the third quarter, citing the $17.6 billion go-private deal.

By Jenna Graber • Oct. 28, 2026

Hilton raises full-year RevPAR outlook after ‘strong’ Q3 results

Systemwide RevPAR increased 5.8% year over year during the quarter, driven by strength in demand and “favorable macro trends,” CEO Chris Nassetta said.

By Noor Adatia • Oct. 27, 2026

BWH Hotels rebrands to WorldHotels in ‘comprehensive transformation’

The “strategic evolution” brings more than 4,000 hotels under the WorldHotels name and introduces a new guest experience, a unified loyalty program and new digital infrastructure.

By Noor Adatia • Oct. 27, 2026

What hotels worldwide can learn from the UAE’s resilience

Hotels in the Middle East have adapted their operations, used a team-first leadership approach and held onto market faith to weather challenging times, writes a hospitality VP.

By Sahiti Gaddam • Oct. 26, 2026

IHG reports Q3 RevPAR growth driven by ‘strength of US economy’

In the U.S., RevPAR grew by 6.9% YOY in Q3, while CEO Elie Maalouf predicts 2026 to be “another year of record development activity.”

By Noor Adatia • Oct. 22, 2026

Hilton offers loyalty members option to pay with points during digital checkout

Pay with Points allows Hilton Honors members to apply loyalty points toward their bill during digital checkout, a first for a major hotel brand, Hilton claims.

By Noor Adatia • Oct. 22, 2026

Wyndham posts Q3 US RevPAR gains amid ‘healthier’ demand trends

The company also saw its global system size and development pipeline grow year over year in the third quarter, with continued momentum expected for the remainder of 2026.

By Jenna Graber • Oct. 22, 2026

Hilton to move stock listing to Nasdaq

The hotel giant plans to switch from the NYSE to Nasdaq, marking a milestone in its evolution as an “innovative” hospitality leader.

By Noor Adatia • Oct. 21, 2026

Hotel execs share what’s top of mind at 2026’s Lodging Conference

At the annual fall event, hotel leaders addressed challenges the industry is facing, development opportunities, how AI is changing the search landscape and more.

By Noor Adatia • Oct. 20, 2026

Sandpiper Hospitality to bring 12-plus hotels under management

The hotel management company is scaling its U.S. portfolio by adding four new brands as well as hotels under existing extended stay flags.

By Noor Adatia • Oct. 20, 2026