Compensation Declaration: Why the Growth of Management Company Fees Slowed in 2023
Prior research conducted by CBRE Hotels Research revealed that hotel management companies were rewarded handsomely as the U.S. lodging industry recovered from the COVID-19 pandemic
The George Hotels Opens in Georgetown, South Carolina
CHARLESTON, South Carolina—The Indigo Road Hospitality Group has opened The George Hotel, a 56-key boutique property in Georgetown, South Carolina. The George represents mileston
Knowland: Nashville Leads Meetings and Events Volume in April
ARLINGTON, Virginia—Knowland reported that Nashville saw an uptick in meetings and events in April, growing 38.0 percent year-over-year (YOY). Las Vegas continued a steady climb
Mews launches Flexible Financing funding program
Mews has launched the Flexible Financing funding program, which provides hospitality businesses with access to capital, as the number of hoteliers branching out to offer additional
Placemakr expands in Texas with four new properties
Placemakr, a flexible-use hospitality and multi-family operator, will expand across Texas with four new property launches, bringing the company’s total operations to more than 80
CoStar: Mixed Results Continue for U.S. Hotel Performance
WASHINGTON—U.S. hotel performance showed mixed results from the previous week, according to CoStar’s latest data through May 4, 2024. U.S. hotel performance showed lower result
Sonesta opens hotels in Wyoming and Michigan
Sonesta International Hotels Corporation has opened Red Lion Gillette in Gillette, WY, and Sonesta Grand Rapids in Grand Rapids, MI. Red Lion Gillette is a 159-room, select-service
Knowland: Nashville records highest meetings growth in April
Nashville saw an uptick in meetings and events in April, growing 38% year-over-year (YOY), according to data from Knowland. Las Vegas continued a steady climb with 22.8% YOY growth
Aimbridge Hospitality Names Eric B. Jacobs Chief Global Growth Officer
PLANO, Texas—Aimbridge Hospitality, a leading, global hotel management company and the world’s largest third-party hotel operator, today announced Eric B. Jacobs as its new Chi
Aimbridge names Eric B. Jacobs chief global growth officer
Aimbridge Hospitality has appointed Eric B. Jacobs as its new chief global growth officer, effective June 2. He will sit on the organization’s executive leadership team and repor
7 Pro Tips to Effectively Market Your Hotel
Marketing is an essential and multifaceted effort that begins with creating a hotel narrative and value proposition, conveying it through physical and digital channels, and then me
Booking.com: Family Travel Expected to Increase in Summer 2024
Booking.com reports that searches for accommodations by families for the summer travel season are already seeing an 8 percent increase as compared to last year, while flight search
Placemakr Expands Across Texas With Four New Properties
WASHINGTON—Placemakr announced an expansion across Texas with four new property launches, bringing the company’s total operations to over 800 units in the state. The expansion
The Hotel Portsmouth opens after redesign
Lark Hotels, the lifestyle hotel company with boutique properties in destinations throughout the U.S., has reopened flagship Portsmouth, NH property, The Hotel Portsmouth. Original
Hyatt Hotels Corporation Reports Q1 2024 Results
CHICAGO, Illinois—Hyatt Hotels Corporation reported first quarter 2024 results. Highlights include: Mark S. Hoplamazian, president and CEO of Hyatt, said, “The year is off to a
LE: APEC construction pipeline breaks all-time record
According to the Q1 2024 Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report from Lodging Econometrics (LE), the total pipeline in the Asia-Pacific region, excluding China, (APEC) reached a r
Oliver Hospitality names Chett Abramson president
Nashville-based hospitality development and management company Oliver Hospitality has appointed Chett Abramson as president. He brings three decades of senior leadership experience
This Week’s Comings & Goings
Sage Hospitality Group announced Justin Fowler as chief operating officer for Sage Restaurant Concepts, overseeing more than 50 restaurants, bars, cafes, and venues in the SCR port
Hunter Hotel Advisors arranges sale of Boston-area hotels
Hunter Hotel Advisors has arranged the sale of the Hampton Inn Boston/Peabody and Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston-Peabody to Giri Bar Harbor Kebo Inc. and Giri Peabody 57 LLC, res
Hyatt reports Q1 global RevPAR increased 5.5%
Hyatt Hotels Corporation, for the first quarter ended March 31, reported comparable systemwide hotel RevPAR increased 5.5% compared to the same period in 2023. In the U.S., RevPAR
The George Hotel opens in Georgetown, SC
The Indigo Road Hospitality Group has opened The George Hotel, a 56-key boutique property in historic Georgetown, SC. The George represents milestones for both The Indigo Road and
Choice Hotels International Reports Q1 2024 Results
NORTH BETHESDA, Maryland—Choice Hotels International, Inc. reported its first quarter 2024 results. Highlights include: “Building on our record 2023 financial results, we drove
Marriott Expands Canadian Growth in Response to Increased Leisure Demand
Marriott International’s presence in the Canadian market strengthened, as the company experienced a 36 percent year-over-year increase in hotel-level leisure revenue in 2023. Wit
John Testerman joins JLL’s Raleigh office
John Testerman has joined JLL’s Hotels & Hospitality group’s Raleigh, NC office as senior director. He will work closely with Ketan Patel, who leads hotel investment sales
Stone Yard, Inc. Shares Design Partnership With Roger Thomas
CARLSBAD, California—Stone Yard, Inc. announced its design partnership with Roger Thomas and the launch of his eponymous collection. As the first collaboration between the interi
Vision Hospitality breaks ground on dual-branded Hilton property
Vision Hospitality Group Inc. has broken ground on a dual-branded Home2 Suites and Tru by Hilton in Cleveland, TN. The forthcoming development will feature a combined total of 140
Expanding the Tool Belt: PMSs Are Becoming Increasingly Powerful Through Integrations
The property management system (PMS) may be considered the “Swiss Army knife” of hotel management software, with multiple basic functions including reservations and website boo
Hospitality America promotes Leigh Holloway to chief strategy officer
Hospitality America has promoted Leigh Holloway to chief strategy officer (CSO) under the leadership of Ben Campbell, president/CEO. Having joined Hospitality America in 2016, Holl
Choice reports Q1 net income of $31M
Choice Hotels International Inc., for the first quarter ended March 31, reported net income of $31 million. Domestic RevPAR decreased 590 basis points for the quarter compared to t
Unity by Hard Rock Launches as Company’s Loyalty Program
HOLLYWOOD, Florida—Hard Rock International announced the global launch of Unity by Hard Rock, a loyalty program that rewards members across Hard Rock’s portfolio of more than 2
Ashburton Hospitality adds 10 hotels to its portfolio
Officials of Ashburton Hospitality, a full-service consultancy firm focused on asset management, has added 10 hotels to its expanding portfolio. The Marriott-, Hilton- and IHG-bran
Management tactics that lead to award-winning properties
Hotels today promise unforgettable experiences—enticing amenities, unparalleled service. But what truly makes a hotel award-winning? While every hotel can claim they offer these
Leaning In: TPG’s Perelmuter Oversees Host of Changes, New Initiatives
With its acquisition of Marshall Hotels & Resorts just over two years ago, TPG Hotels & Resorts entered a new era. A host of subsequent moves and ongoing initiatives demons
Hilton Partners With ResortPass for Day Pass Packages
MCLEAN, Virginia—Hilton announced a partnership with ResortPass, bringing day pass packages to participating Hilton properties across the Americas. Catering to the expanding segm
Accor to Open First U.S. Handwritten Collection Property in San Francisco
SAN FRANCISCO, California—San Francisco will become the first destination in the United States for one of Accor’s newest brands, Handwritten Collection. Owned and operated by S
Residence Inn Savannah Midtown sold
Hunter Hotel Advisors has facilitated the sale of the Residence Inn Savannah Midtown to HOS Management. Hunter’s Mayank Patel, SVP, represented the institutional seller. Located
Valor Hospitality opens Cloudland resort in North Georgia
Valor Hospitality Partners has opened Cloudland at McLemore Resort Lookout Mountain, Curio by Hilton, in Rising Fawn, GA. The North Georgia property is located at 2,300 ft. of elev
NexGen Hotels acquires Chicago’s Hotel Versey
NexGen Hotels, a hotel development and management company based in Itasca, IL, has acquired Hotel Versey in Chicago. The 137-room hotel will be managed by St. Louis-based Genuine H
TMGOC Shares ‘Topping Out’ of Moxy Charlotte Uptown
CHARLESTON, South Carolina, and BOCA RATON, Florida—TMGOC Ventures announced the “topping out” of the upcoming Moxy Charlotte Uptown. The moment is a milestone for the new Ma
OTO Development Promotes Dennis Mitchell to VP of Development & Construction
SPARTANBURG, South Carolina—Dennis Mitchell has been promoted to vice president of development and construction for OTO Development. He is a 17-year company veteran who has led m
Hotelbeds Renews Partnership With Choice Hotels
PALMA, Spain—Hotelbeds announced the renewal of its strategic agreement with Choice Hotels for the next three years, adding Radisson Americas properties to the TravelTech company
PM Hotel Group Publishes Sixth Annual Sustainability Report
CHEVY CHASE, Maryland—PM Hotel Group announced the publication of its sixth annual sustainability report. Topics include the strides made in the company’s environmental and soc
AHLA: U.S. Hotels Added 1,200 Jobs in April
WASHINGTON—U.S. hotels added 1,200 jobs to their payrolls in April, according to the latest government data that shows employment in the industry is still far from pre-pandemic l
Meetings Momentum: Corporate Group Business Continues to Outgrow Other Segments
U.S. hotel performance has continued to inch toward normalized levels over the past three-plus quarters. The trend of normalization is evident across most data segments, but in rec
InterContinental Hotels Group Reports Q1 Trading Results
InterContinental Hotels Group reported its first-quarter trading results, highlighted by global RevPAR gains and significant system-wide growth. Specific highlights include the fol
Source Acquires Berman Purchasing, Inc., Expanding the FF&E Procurement Firm
Portland, Oregon-based Source announced its acquisition of 20-year-old Jupiter, Florida-based Berman Purchasing, Inc. The move creates a bicoastal women-led procurement firm with d
AHLA Foundation Hosts Annual ForWard Conference to Advance Women in Hospitality
AHLA Foundation hosted nearly 1,000 attendees from across the hotel industry at the Hyatt Regency McCormick Place for the annual ForWard conference this week. Over three days, indu
Recharged Strategies: Insights and Updates From Choice Hotels’ Annual Convention
Over 6,600 attendees gathered for Choice Hotels International’s 68th Annual Convention at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, Nevada. This year’s agenda was themed “Next Level” afte
Home2 Suites by Hilton Guests Enjoy Seamless Food Delivery Experience with Grubhub Onsite
Guests staying at Home2 Suites by Hilton now have access to seamless mobile ordering and delivery via Grubhub Onsite, available at nearly 600 properties nationwide. With access
Comings & Goings
Dream Downtown in New York City announced the appointment of Sean Olmstead as the new general manager. With over 24 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Olmstead will b
Choice Hotels Repositions Park Inn by Radisson Brand
Choice Hotels International is shifting its Park Inn by Radisson brand to the premium value space, announced at its 68th Annual Convention at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, Nevada.
IHG Hotels opens first avid hotels and Candlewood Suites dual-branded property in North Platte
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today announced the opening of its first dual-branded avid hotels and Candlewood Suites property
Choice Hotels Hosts “SOAR” Seminar to Attract, Mentor and Educate Underrepresented Groups
Ahead of its 68th Annual Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada, Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors, hosted its SOAR (Suppo
Powering Ahead: All Indicators Are Strong for Meetings and Events
As we welcome the new year, the hospitality industry is buzzing with optimism and hope. According to the most recent Planner PULSE Survey, the challenges and uncertainties that mar
HVMG Promotes Three Senior Leaders
Hospitality Ventures Management Group (HVMG), an Atlanta-based third-party hotel operator and investor, today announced that the company has promoted three associates to leadership
Red Roof Adds to San Antonio Portfolio With Opening Of Plus
Red Roof®, the leader in economy lodging, has announced the opening of the Red Roof PLUS+® San Antonio Northeast at 11526 North Interstate 35 in San Antonio. Owner ShreeGanesha,
The Scottsdale Resort & Spa Completes $40 Million Renovation
As one of the largest renovations to be completed in the Phoenix-metro area this year, The Scottsdale Resort & Spa, a Curio Collection Resort by Hilton emerges as a full-serv
Order in the Court: NLRB’s Proposed ‘Joint Employer’ Rule Has Been Blocked—For Now
The franchise business model is the greatest path for successful entrepreneurship in American history and has paved the way for tens of thousands of hoteliers to own their own busi
Ashford Hospitality Trust Closes on Hotel Sale, Gives Asset Update
DALLAS, Texas—Ashford Hospitality Trust, Inc. announced that it has closed on the sale of the 85-room Hampton Inn in Lawrenceville, Georgia for $8.1 million ($95,300 per key). Th
Lodging Econometrics: Dallas Continues to Lead U.S. Construction Pipeline
The recent U.S. Construction Pipeline Trend Report from Lodging Econometrics (LE) reported that, at the close of the first quarter, the top five markets with the largest hotel cons
Valor Hospitality Partners Adds DoubleTree Suites Huntsville South to Management Portfolio
ATLANTA—Valor Hospitality Partners expanded its North American portfolio through a recent management acquisition with DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Huntsville South in Huntsv
Sonesta Opens Red Lion Inn & Suites Elk Grove
NEWTON, Massachusetts—Sonesta International Hotels Corporation announced the opening of Red Lion Inn & Suites Elk Grove, a 47-room, midscale property in Elk Grove, California
An Inside Look at Mattresses: Delving Into the Technology Prior to Procurement
A high-quality mattress promotes the restful sleep that is one of the fundamental offerings of the hotel industry. But even top-tier mattresses eventually need replacing, and at th
Accor Releases Q1 2024 Results
The first quarter of 2024 demonstrated the hotel demand in all Accor Group regions and segments. Operating performance indicators (RevPAR and portfolio growth) are trending positiv
Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta East/Stonecrest Completes Renovation
STONECREST, Georgia—Artemis Hotel Group announced the completion of a full-scale renovation for the Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta East/Stonecrest, located in Lithonia, Georgia. The 1
CoStar: U.S. Hotel Performance Continues to Show Mixed Results
WASHINGTON—U.S. hotel performance showed mixed results from the previous week, according to CoStar’s latest data through April 20, 2024. U.S. Hotel Performance April 14-20, 202
Sonnenblick-Eichner Arranges Equity Investment for Pacific City Lodging Portfolio
LOS ANGELES, California—Sonnenblick-Eichner Company has arranged a strategic joint venture equity investment into the ownership entity of the Pacific City Lodging portfolio, loca
Choice Hotels Publishes 2023 ESG Report
NORTH BETHESDA, Maryland—Choice Hotels International, Inc. published its 2023 Environmental, Social, and Governance Report. The report details Choice’s latest initiatives to dr
World of Hyatt Platform Adds More Than 700 Properties From Mr & Mrs Smith
CHICAGO—Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced that World of Hyatt is offering members access to earn and redeem at a collection of more than 700 boutique and luxury hotels and villa
Lodging Econometrics: U.S. Hotel Construction Pipeline Shows Robust Growth
As seen in the Q1 2024 U.S. Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report from Lodging Econometrics (LE), at the end of the first quarter, there were 6,065 projects with 702,990 rooms i
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Reports Q1 2024 Results
PARSIPPANY, New Jersey—Wyndham Hotels & Resorts announced results for the three months ended March 31, 2024. Highlights include: “We’re thrilled to announce another stron
This Week’s Comings & Goings
Concord Hospitality announced the appointment of Will Loughran as its new chief operating officer. He will report to Mark Laport, president and CEO. He succeeds Nick Kellock, who w
Driftwood Capital Secures Refinancing for Sheraton Park City Hotel
PARK CITY, Utah—Driftwood Capital announced it secured $33 million in refinancing for the Sheraton Park City hotel in Park City, Utah, a 200-key hotel situated near ski trails, t
Hilton Reports Q1 2024 Results
MCLEAN, Virginia—Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. reported its first quarter 2024 results. Highlights from the first quarter include: The post Hilton Reports Q1 2024 Results appear
stayAPT Suites Partners With Powerhouse Hotels for Brand Expansion
MATTHEWS, North Carolina—stayAPT Suites announced a significant expansion initiative in partnership with Powerhouse Hotels, a joint venture between JCap Realty Group and Cullinan
Knowland and Amadeus Share Q1 2024 Performance Index Data
ARLINGTON, Virginia—Knowland and Amadeus presented the metrics from the companies’ Hospitality Group and Business Performance Index. Beginning with the first quarter of 2024, t
Red Roof Names Zack Garib As President; Fouad Malouf to Newly Created Position Of COO
Red Roof®, an award-winning leader in the lodging industry, has named hotel industry veteran Zack Gharib as President, effective immediately. Gharib brings more than two decades o
3 Ways Hoteliers Can Protect Data With Key Control Solutions
After planning and preparing dream vacations and securing reservations, hotel guests count on the protection and security of their credit card financial data through cybersecurity
A Louisiana-Style Guest Getaway
Opened in January, the Origin Hotel Baton Rouge, a Wyndham Hotel, is housed in the Baton Rouge Savings & Loan Association Building, which is listed in the city’s National Reg
Booking.com: Annual Research Shows New Challenges With Sustainable Travel
AMSTERDAM—Booking.com released research with insights gathered from more than 31,000 travelers across 34 countries and territories, exploring the latest consumer attitudes, prior
Marriott Verifies Emissions Reduction Targets With SBTi
Marriott International, Inc. has verified its near and long-term science-based emissions reduction targets with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). SBTi is a global climat
Sonesta Opens Signature Inn Winnemucca
NEWTON, Massachusetts—Sonesta International Hotels Corporation announced the opening of the Signature Inn Winnemucca located in Winnemucca, Nevada. The 40-room, upper-economy hot
Mumford Company Completes TownePlace Suites Southaven Transaction
NEWPORT NEWS, Virginia—Mumford Company announced the recently completed transaction of the TownePlace Suites in the Memphis suburb of Southaven, Mississippi. Steve Kirby and Ed J
Can an Advanced Payments Strategy Support Resiliency?
A modernized payment strategy helps hoteliers deliver a superior guest experience, improve operational efficiency, control costs, and mitigate risk of a cybercrime. In short, hotel
Controlling Utility Costs: Volatile Market Conditions Call for a Focus on Contracts and Energy Consumption
Over the past four years, utility costs at U.S. hotels have increased at a pace greater than total operating revenue. As a result, utility department expenses increased from 2.9 pe
The Bentley Hotel Southampton to Join JdV by Hyatt Brand
CHICAGO, Illinois—Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced The Bentley Hotel Southampton has officially joined the Hyatt portfolio as an affiliated hotel, in collaboration with Bijal H
Gale Miami Hotel and Residences Partners With Stayntouch
BETHESDA, Maryland—Stayntouch announced a new partnership with Gale Miami Hotel and Residences, a 51-story, 688-room hybrid apartment/hotel in downtown Miami, Florida, set to ope
Carmel Valley Ranch Completes Renovation Project
CARMEL, California—Carmel Valley Ranch announced the completion of a multimillion-dollar renovation project that updates the guest experience. The renovations encompass enhanceme
CoStar: Solar Eclipse Positively Impacts U.S. Hotel Performance
WASHINGTON—Helped by the total solar eclipse, U.S. hotel performance increased from the previous week, according to CoStar’s latest data through April 13, 2024. U.S. Hotel Perf
IHG Hotels & Resorts Implements Apple AirPlay at North American Hotels
NEW YORK—IHG Hotels & Resorts launched Apple AirPlay in the first phase of hotel rooms, giving guests the ability to stream content privately from their iPhone or iPad to the
Davidson Hospitality Group Recommits to Sustainability
ATLANTA, Georgia—Davidson Hospitality Group announced its renewed commitment to sustainability and conservational efforts through streamlined engineering management, strategic op
Maverick Hotels and Restaurants Adds Two Properties to Managed Portfolio
BOSTON, Massachusetts—Maverick Hotels and Restaurants announced that it has added The York Beach Surf Club and The Sea Latch Inn, both located in York Beach, Maine, to its portfo
JLL Arranges Sale of Hilton Back Bay Hotel
BOSTON—JLL’s Hotels & Hospitality Group announced that it arranged the $171 million sale of the Hilton Back Bay hotel, a 390-key hotel in Boston. JLL worked on behalf of th
This Week’s Comings & Goings
Cvent announced the appointment of Andreas Heckmann as chief customer officer. In this role, Heckmann will lead Cvent’s global client services organization and spearhead initiati
IHG’s Garner Brand Grows Across Company’s EMEAA Region
LONDON—IHG Hotels & Resorts continued the growth of its newest midscale conversion brand Garner hotels, now available across IHG’s Europe, Middle East, Asia & Africa (E
CoStar: U.S. Hotel Rooms Construction Grows Year-Over-Year
WASHINGTON—The volume of U.S. hotel rooms under construction grew year over year for the first time since June 2023, according to CoStar’s March 2024 data. U.S. Hotel PipelineM
Wyndham Business Program Manages Company Travel
PARSIPPANY, New Jersey—Designed for businesses of all types and sizes, the Wyndham Business program manages companies’ travel needs with the all-new Wyndham Rewards Business, a
Seven Ways Hoteliers Can Foster Better Partnerships With Metting Planners
The meetings and events business continues to draw visitors from around the world to the most desired destinations. The path back seems smoother than ever for hoteliers who are get
DiamondRock Hospitality Takes On Leadership Changes and Simplified Organizational Structure
DiamondRock Hospitality Company announced leadership changes and a simplified organizational structure to drive continued business momentum: With these changes, DiamondRock has red
Enhancing Hospitality Excellence: The Vital Role of Device Monitoring
In the dynamic world of the hospitality industry, where customer satisfaction reigns supreme, every detail counts. From the moment a guest steps foot into a hotel lobby to the fina
Marriott Plans to Add 100 Properties in Europe Through 2026
From the International Hospitality Investment Forum in Berlin, Marriott International, Inc. announced plans to add nearly 100 properties and over 12,000 rooms to its portfolio in E
Calling His Shots: Industry Veteran Kenneth Fearn Prioritizes Need for More Diverse Hotel Ownership
When Kenneth Fearn entered the lodging industry a couple of decades ago, many of the diversity and inclusion programs that now exist were just getting their start and consequently
Cvent Passkey to Integrate With Maestro’s PMS Solution
TYSONS, Virginia—Cvent and Maestro PMS announced an integration between Cvent’s room block management system, Cvent Passkey, and Maestro’s leading all-in-one property managem
Kimpton Alton Fisherman’s Wharf Selects Crestline as Manager
FAIRFAX, Virginia—Crestline Hotels & Resorts, LLC announced it has been selected to manage the 248-guestroom Kimpton Alton Fisherman’s Wharf in San Francisco, California. T
CoStar: Americas Region Shows Pipeline Activity Increase
WASHINGTON—The Americas is the only world region that showed a year-over-year increase in pipeline activity at the end of the first quarter, according to March 2024 data from CoS
Caption by Hyatt Chattanooga Breaks Ground
CHICAGO—Hyatt Hotels Corporation celebrated the groundbreaking of Caption by Hyatt Chattanooga in Tennessee, set to open in early 2026. Developed by 3H Group Inc. under a franchi
Springboard Hospitality Collaborates With Procure Impact for Product Sourcing
LOS ANGELES, California—Springboard Hospitality announced its collaboration with Procure Impact. By sourcing products from social enterprises, Springboard Hospitality will add ne
Aligned Hospitality Management Adds The M Solvang to Portfolio
PHOENIX, Arizona—Aligned Hospitality Management continued its growth by adding The M Solvang to its portfolio. This marks the company’s 25th property and its inaugural venture
CoStar: U.S. Hotel Performance Shows Mixed Results From Previous Week
WASHINGTON—U.S. hotel performance showed mixed results from the previous week but positive comparisons year over year, according to CoStar’s latest data through April 6, 2024.
Straight From The Source: Chef John Csukor
From menu engineering to reducing food waste, Entegra Procurement Services remains keenly focused on boosting the F&B bottom line for hoteliers, as well as enhancing guest sati
Loews Hotels & Co Creates Spirit Free Bar Programming
NEW YORK—Loews Hotels & Co debuted its Free Spirited by Loews Hotels program. Free Spirited by Loews Hotels will provide hotel bar programming for those who choose to imbibe
BWH Hotels Shares Eco-Conscious Brand Partnerships
PHOENIX, Arizona—BWH Hotels introduced new eco-conscious brand partnerships while continuing to encourage individual properties to prioritize localized sustainability efforts in
Raines Adds Cambria Charleston Riverview to Management Portfolio
FLORENCE, South Carolina—Raines added the Cambria Charleston Riverview to its management portfolio. This 126-room property adds to Raines’ foothold in the Charleston market as
In Conversation With Mitch Patel: New AHLA Vice Chair Supports Agenda for 2024 and Beyond
Mitch Patel, president and CEO of Chattanooga, Tennessee-based Vision Hospitality Group, recently spoke with LODGING regarding his goals as AHLA vice chair, current challenges and
This Week’s Comings & Goings
First Hospitality announced the appointment of Matt Schuster as chief financial officer. Schuster will lead the company’s financial services functions including financial reporti
AI Tracking and Insights: Food Waste Management Levels Up
Both data collection and analysis are integral to reducing food waste: staff must find out what types of foods are being wasted and in what quantities to then be able to strategize
50+ Hotel Management Companies to Know in 2024
The U.S. hospitality industry has made significant strides within the past year, and the pace only continues to grow despite challenges. The AHLA recently predicted the demand for
Wyndham Names Scott Strickland Chief Commercial Officer
PARSIPPANY, New Jersey—Wyndham Hotels & Resorts appointed Scott Strickland as chief commercial officer (CCO) reporting to the company’s President and CEO Geoff Ballotti. In
DerbySoft Serves as Tech Provider for MGM Collection With Marriott Bonvoy Launch
DALLAS, Texas—DerbySoft announced it served the connectivity technology provider for the recent launch of MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy. The long-term strategic licensing a
Loews Hotels & Co Names Dan Flannery as Chief Operating Officer
NEW YORK—Loews Hotels & Co named Dan Flannery as chief operating officer (COO). Flannery will draw on more than four decades of hospitality industry experience to lead all as
AHLA: Hotels to Generate Record Levels of Tax Revenue and Wages
WASHINGTON—U.S. hotels are projected to generate record levels of federal, state, and local tax revenue this year while paying employees historic totals of wages, salaries, and o
Miraj S. Patel Becomes Youngest Chairman in AAHOA History
ORLANDO, Florida—Texas hotelier Miraj S. Patel, MBA, CHO, CHIA, was named the newest Chairman of the AAHOA (Asian American Hotel Owners Association) 2024-25 Board of Directors, a
2024 Outlook: Profit Trends Should Stabilize, Despite Lingering Challenges
While there are still many unknowns regarding the economy, STR’s data points to further stabilization for the U.S. hotel industry. Aligned with record highs in ADR and RevPAR, to
Rockpoint and Highgate Announce Sale of Scottsdale Plaza Resort and Villas
BOSTON, Massachusetts, and SAN FRANCISCO, California—Rockpoint and Highgate announced the sale of the Scottsdale Plaza Resort and Villas, a historic hotel in Paradise Valley, Ari
Pyramid Global Hospitality Shares U.S. Portfolio Expansion
BOSTON, Massachusetts, and THE WOODLANDS, Texas—Pyramid Global Hospitality announced the expansion of its U.S. portfolio with the addition of properties from Florida to Hawaii. W
Kimpton Las Mercedes to Serve as Brand’s First Hotel in the Dominican Republic
ATLANTA—Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, announced it will open a new boutique hotel in Santo Domingo. Markin
Two Sonesta Essential Hotels Open in West Virginia and Texas
NEWTON, Massachusetts—Sonesta International Hotels Corporation announced the opening of two new upper-midscale Sonesta Essential hotels in March. Sonesta Essential Morgantown is
Knowland: St. Louis Leads Meetings and Events Growth for March
ARLINGTON, Virginia—Knowland reported that the St. Louis, Missouri-Illinois market led the top 25 markets in March for meetings and events growth with 24.3 percent year-over-year
Trim Waste in the Kitchen
When hoteliers aim to enhance sustainability, energy and water conservation typically come to mind first, as those are the most well-trodden paths to both operational savings and e
CoStar: U.S. Hotel Performance Decreases With Easter Holiday
WASHINGTON—As expected ahead of the Easter holiday, U.S. hotel performance decreased from the previous week, according to CoStar’s latest data through March 30, 2024. U.S. Hote
Brand CEOs Identify Top Challenges, Industry Disruptors During AAHOA Panel
As a handful of major brand CEOs assembled during AAHOACON ’24 to weigh in on key industry issues, a major focal point was increased operating costs and their impact on margins.
Cornell Study Shows Tax Reform Could Provide Relief to U.S. Hotels
WASHINGTON—The Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024, H.R. 7024, could provide substantial tax relief to hotels across the country, incentivizing investments i
A Sense of Place and Sixties Style
Guestrooms and Corridors at the Condado Palm Inn Last fall, South Florida interior design firm V Starr conducted a refresh of the Condado Palm Inn’s 88 guestrooms and corridors t
This Week’s Comings & Goings
Cloud5 Communications announced the appointment of Fred Reeder as senior vice president of sales and business development. Reader has experience aligning technology and services wi
Compound Success Is The Goal For AAHOA As It Looks Forward After 35-Year Milestone
AAHOA Chairman Bharat Patel kicked off AAHOACON ’24 by highlighting a number of examples of the progress and increased clout of the association as it celebrates its 35th annivers
KSL Resorts Names Greg Kennealey as CEO
IRVINE, California—KSL Resorts (KSLR) announced the appointment of Greg Kennealey as its new chief executive officer. In his new position, Kennealey will oversee the operation, d
Featuring an Eclectic Design and Innovative Amenities
The Moxy Phoenix Downtown | Phoenix, Arizona The Moxy recently opened in Phoenix’s historic Luhrs Building, one of the downtown’s oldest buildings and a Qualified Opportunity Z
Hilton to Grow NoMad Hotels Brand With Sydell Group Majority Interest Acquisition
MCLEAN, Virginia, and MIAMI, Florida—Hilton announced it has acquired a majority controlling interest in Sydell Group to expand the NoMad Hotels brand from its existing London fl
Sonnenblick-Eichner Arranges Refinancing for Texican Court Hotel
LOS ANGELES, California—Sonnenblick-Eichner Company on behalf of Valencia Hotel Group has arranged $19.5 million of first mortgage debt to refinance the Texican Court hotel in Ir
Walking the Walk
Scott Reents, general manager at the Tuxon Hotel Tucson—a former Motel 6 that is now a full-service boutique hotel—said that despite the overhaul of the property, he faces chal
‘The Starbucks Effect’
The idea of sitting down to a heavy breakfast early in the morning may not appeal to a certain kind of traveler with a fast-paced lifestyle. These guests often want to grab fresh a
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AHLA and HAC Operating Green Key Global in the United States and Canada
WASHINGTON—The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) and the Hotel Association of Canada (HAC) announced that Green Key Global is now jointly operated by both of the as
Staying Ahead of Battery Failure
Hotels depend on battery power for numerous devices throughout their properties, including emergency lighting, door locks, and panic buttons, as well as soap dispensers, paper towe
The Value of Opting Out
Many of the changes most apparent now in housekeeping—movement away from plastic bottles for water and amenities, “eco-friendly” optional linen changes, and technology for re
Mainstay Amenity
For many travelers booking hotel stays, complimentary breakfast remains a mainstay offering. But without streamlined operations and strategic procurement practices, this valued ame
Strategies for Managing & Communicating with Multicultural Employees
Today’s increasingly globalized world includes a growing number of non- and limited-English-proficient (LEP) employees, enriching the workplace with unique perspectives and tradi
