The 2024 edition of the Caribbean Hotel Investment Conference & Operations Summit (CHICOS) brought over 300 attendees to the Wyndham Grand Barbados Sam Lord’s Castle All Inclusive Resort for several days of networking and industry insights from key stakeholders in the region. This article provides the major takeaways from this year’s conference. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Archives for 11/12/2024
1,000+ Room Hyatt Regency O’Hare Chicago Hotel Sold
MCR, America's third&largest hotel owner&operator, has recently purchased the Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago, marking its first Hyatt Regency&branded hotel acquisition. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Hilton's Asia Pacific Expansion Surpasses Expectations with 1,000 Hotels
The company now operates 1,000 hotels in the region, a notable increase from the 761 at the end of last year. This achievement arrives ahead of their goal to reach this milestone by 2025. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Hampton Inn Boston & Logan Airport and the Hilton Garden Inn Tysons Corner Sold for $96 Million
Summit Hotel Properties, Inc. has announced its plan to acquire two hotels, the Hampton Inn Boston & Logan Airport and the Hilton Garden Inn Tysons Corner, for $96 million, or $241,000 per key. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Hilton Debuts in Paraguay with Opening of Palmaroga Hotel Asuncion
Hilton has announced the opening of its first hotel in Paraguay, Palmaroga Hotel Asuncion, Tapestry Collection by Hilton. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Creating High&Quality, Optimized Hotel Content That Ranks Better
Writing high&quality content to solidify a spot near the top of the Search Engine Results Page (SERP) requires careful crafting to offer more value than your competitors do, while following SEO best practices for structure, readability, and engagement. If you aren’t sure how this is done, we’ve got the best tips to help you create high&quality content for a hotel’s SEO. Appeared first on: … [Read more...]
IHCL to Open a New Hotel in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand
The Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) plans to open a new hotel in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand. This new venture will be branded under their 'Gateway' hotel line. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
New Leadership Appointments Announced at Kerzner International
The restructuring introduces three distinct brand divisions, each reporting directly to the company's CEO, Philippe Zuber. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
How AI in Hospitality Can Enhance Personalized Customer Experience
From AI&powered room service that knows your guest’s favorite midnight snack to chatbots that give travel advice like a seasoned globetrotter, artificial intelligence (AI) in hospitality is like having a unicorn in your hotel garden. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
IHG Owners Association Honors Kerry Ranson for Exceptional Service and Leadership
Kerry Ranson, a former Chair of the IHG Owners Association, has received the 2024 Kemmons Wilson Service Award. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Mantra Terrace Hotel in Brisbane Sold
A prominent Sydney&based consortium including 8Hotels’ Paul Fischmann, Capit.el Group’s Eduard Litver, and property developer Jonathan Hasson, has on&sold Brisbane’s Mantra Terrace Hotel to the NRL, achieving a 42% uplift on its 2021 purchase price. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Grubhub and Hilton Expand Partnership for In&Room Food and Grocery Delivery
Hilton Hotels and Grubhub are broadening their partnership to deliver on&demand food, groceries, and convenience items to guests at over 2,600 hotels. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Launches Humorous 'Stay Close' Holiday Campaign
The campaign humorously suggests that travelers can stay near their loved ones during the holiday season without sharing their living space. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Saddlebrook Resort in Tampa, Florida Unveils First Phase of Major Revitalization with New Golf Facility
Saddlebrook Resort in Tampa, Florida, has introduced a new 13&acre driving range, marking the first step in its extensive $92 million overhaul. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
CSG Law Alert: Ten Tips to Avoid Your Seasonal Party Resulting in a Fa&La&La&La&Lawsuit
They say 'it’s the most wonderful time of the year,' but, if you are a business owner, in&house counsel or HR professional, this can often be the most stressful time of the year, including when hosting company parties. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
But We’ve Always Done It This Way: Overcoming Change Resistance in Hotels
Change resistance in hotels can create barriers to innovation, efficiency, and ultimately, guest satisfaction. So how do hotels overcome resistance to change while ensuring a smooth transition? Let’s explore strategies to foster a culture that welcomes progress. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Anaheim&Santa Ana and Memphis Enter the Top Spots in Meeting and Events for the First Time in 2024, Reports Cendyn
Chicago entered the 2024 Top 25 Markets for the first time, and Louisville topped secondary markets for the seventh time Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Key Takeaways for Hotel Accounting Teams in Adopting the New USALI Standards
The deadline for hotel organizations to update their accounts using this newest set of guidelines is January 1, 2026. Many will want to have all updates in place before they begin 2026 budget season in the fall of 2025. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
American Holiday Travel Trends and the Growing Interest in AI&Assisted Trip Planning
Gen Z shows a significant increase in travel plans for Christmas, and there is a rising interest in AI&assisted trip planning among American travelers. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
G20 Summit 2024 Spurs Record&High Room Rates in Rio de Janeiro's Hotel Industry
The 2024 G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro drives hotel industry's average daily rate (ADR) and revenue per available room (RevPAR) to their highest since August 2016. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Lore Group debuts in New York City
Reading Time: 2 minutes US: Hospitality company Lore Group has rebranded the former Mondrian Park Avenue hotel in New York City as Hotel Park Ave. Hotel Park Ave marks the first in New York City for the group, as well as the second in the United States. It joins Riggs Washington DC which opened in 2020. The New York hotel is due to undergo a two-phased refurbishment beginning next year. Q1 … [Read more...]
Davidson appoints Brad Barnett, Michael Yousif to corporate team
Hospitality management company Davidson Hospitality Group has appointed Brad Barnett as SVP, sales, for its lifestyle operating vertical, Pivot, and promoted Michael Yousif to the role of SVP, acquisitions & business development. “It’s an exciting time to be part of the Davidson family, and we are delighted to continue strategically enhancing our corporate team,” said Thom Geshay, … [Read more...]
LHC Group acquires The Gates Hotel South Beach
An investment vehicle managed and led by Lifestyle Hospitality Capital (LHC) Group and backed by funds advised by Elliott Investment Management L.P., has acquired The Gates Hotel South Beach. The 235-room hotel will undergo a transformative renovation, following which it will be rebranded as The Dean Hotel – Miami Beach. As the U.S. flagship hotel of the Dean Group, the new design and concept will … [Read more...]
Remington Hospitality Celebrates La Concha Key West’s Autograph Collection Debut
DALLAS, Texas—Remington Hospitality, a premier hotel management company, proudly announces the latest milestone for La Concha Key West, now part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection. Located in the heart of Old Town Key West’s historic Duval Street, this iconic property has undergone a transformative journey, transitioning from a Crowne Plaza in 2023 to an independent hotel during its $35-million … [Read more...]
MCR acquires Hyatt Regency O’Hare Chicago
MCR has acquired the Hyatt Regency O’Hare Chicago. The 11-story, 1,095-room hotel in Rosemont, IL, underwent a $13 million guestroom renovation in 2020. This is the company’s first Hyatt Regency-branded hotel acquisition and its fifth hotel in Illinois. The hotel is located less than two miles from the Chicago O’Hare International Airport and is connected via skywalk to the Donald E. Stephens … [Read more...]
Remington adds three Orlando hotels to portfolio
Hotel management company Remington Hospitality has assumed management of DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Orlando Downtown, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Orlando at SeaWorld and TownePlace Suites Orlando at SeaWorld. “From the upcoming opening of Universal’s Epic Universe in 2025 to a surge in commercial development and a steady growth in tourism year-over-year, Orlando is experiencing an exciting … [Read more...]
German milestone for Premier Inn
Premier Inn has hit a milestone in its growth in the German hotel market, opening its sixtieth property in the country. The new build Premier Inn Rosenheim City Lokhofe opened with 145 rooms, in a central site that is part of the new Nord railway redevelopment. An important transport hub, Rosenheim sits between Innsbruck, Munich and Salzburg. The ten storey building offers some lucky … [Read more...]
Madrid Hotels Hit Record Performance in November, Boosted by Industry Fairs
According to preliminary data from CoStar, Madrid's hotel industry recorded its highest November average daily rate and revenue per available room to date. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
A-1 Hospitality Group enters partnership with Delta Inn Hotel Group
A-1 Hospitality Group, a family-owned and operated hotel management and development company based in Kennewick, WA, has entered into a strategic partnership with Delta Inn Hotel Group, a family-owned portfolio of hotels. This collaboration will bring Delta Inn’s leadership team and three Portland, OR. airport hotels into A-1’s portfolio. “As we continue to grow our portfolio of managed assets, we … [Read more...]
Qatar's Hotel Industry Experiences Substantial Boost Linked to Formula 1 Grand Prix 2024
The highest performance levels were noted on the Friday of the race weekend (29 November), with occupancy reaching 95.2%, the ADR at QAR682.31, and RevPAR at QAR649.47. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]