The Boutique Lifestyle Lodging Association (BLLA) is thrilled to announce the 2024 Boutique Hotel Owners Conference, which will be held September 16-17 at the picturesque Westlake Village Inn in Westlake Village, California. Nestled in the serene Malibu mountains, this year's conference will explore the theme "The Mycelium Network," symbolizing the interconnectedness of the boutique hospitality industry.
Accor has chosen the Maison&Objet Fair in Paris – a meeting place for business and creative interaction between global players in the world of decor, design and art de vivre – to announce, on September 5, the winners of the 2024 Accor Design Awards, held this year in partnership with Sofitel, that most French of its luxury brands. The event is the ideal showcase for a competition that has been running since 2016 and attracts architecture and interior design students from all over the world to tackle key aspects of hotel design.
Premier, an end-to-end architecture, design, procurement, project management, and corporate engineering firm with specialization in hospitality, multi-family residential, student housing, adaptive reuse, and mixed-use development, is pleased to announce the completion of its latest upscale full-service hotel adaptive reuse and conversion project: Le Méridien Fort Worth Downtown. Owned by Ashford Hospitality Trust and Blueprint Hospitality, and managed by Remington Hospitality, the property celebrated the completion of the two-and-a-half-year project with a ribbon-cutting ceremony last week.
Since 1824, The Shelbourne has been a warm and inviting jewel of hospitality and the setting for some of the most dramatic cultural and political moments in Irish history. Beloved by guests and locals as “Ireland’s living room,” The Shelbourne has always reflected the spirit of the city around it, playing a significant role in the literary, social, political, culinary and artistic traditions of Irish society.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the planned acquisition of the brands and most of the affiliates of pioneering lifestyle company Standard International, parent company of The Standard and Bunkhouse Hotels brands. This move enhances Hyatt’s position as the leader in the industry’s premier lifestyle space, building on both its organic growth and a series of acquisitions that quintupled the number of lifestyle rooms in Hyatt’s global portfolio between 2017 and 2023. The transaction is anticipated to close later this year, subject to customary closing conditions.
As the hospitality industry continues to evolve, technology plays an increasingly vital role in enhancing guest experiences and streamlining operations. At the forefront of this technological revolution is Deborah O’Donnell, Director of Strategic Sales at DIRECTV HOSPITALITY. With over a decade of experience driving innovations in the hotel industry, Deborah brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to her role, particularly in advancing in-room entertainment solutions. As a facilitator and sponsor at the upcoming Boutique Hotel Owners Conference, she is excited to share her insights on how technology can elevate the boutique hotel experience.
In this episode of the Hotel Moment podcast, Bree Brostko, Chief Operating Officer and Head of Brand Strategy at Retro Hospitality, joins podcast host and Revinate CMO Karen Stephens to share the art of transforming unlikely properties into remarkable hotels, where guests can find joy in staying in night after night. Bree explains how brand storytelling shapes the guest experience and why planning out every guest touchpoint is part of building your brand narrative, which is key to your property’s success.
The boutique hotel industry is a rapidly evolving space, where creativity meets hospitality to offer guests more than just a place to stay. For those passionate about this niche market, the upcoming Boutique Hotel Owners Conference on September 16-17 in Los Angeles, presents an unparalleled opportunity to gain insights, network with industry leaders, and discover new strategies for success. To give you a glimpse of what’s in store, we spoke with Kimberly Walker, Creative Director of Nomada Hotel Group, and a facilitator at this year’s conference. Her journey and insights offer a compelling case for why this event is not to be missed.
The Boutique Hotel Owners Conference, hosted by BLLA, is set to take place on September 16-17, 2024. This premier event is designed to provide boutique hotel professionals with an immersive experience filled with valuable content, unparalleled networking opportunities, and innovative activities. Here’s what makes this conference a must-attend event for the boutique hotel industry.
Civil rights pioneers, The Greensboro Six, are being celebrated today with the unveiling of a mural at historic Gillespie Golf Course in Greensboro, N.C. The culmination of a year-long journey first announced during last year's 84th annual Wyndham Championship, the outdoor mural, created by Brooklyn-based artist Vincent Ballentine, highlights the six men's role in helping desegregate the game of golf while celebrating First Tee - Central Carolina, which today calls Gillespie home.
As the boutique hotel industry continues to evolve, staying ahead of emerging trends is crucial for maintaining a competitive edge. At the upcoming Boutique Hotel Owners Conference, taking place on September 16-17, industry leaders will share their perspectives on the future trends shaping boutique hotels. Here are insights and advice from four of the conference speakers: Tara Medina, Kimberly Walker, Deborah O’Donnell, and Alexandra Walterspiel.
In the ever-evolving world of boutique hospitality, partnering with the BLLA and sponsoring our premier events, such as the upcoming Boutique Hotel Owners Conference, offers unparalleled benefits for vendors and sponsors. Industry leaders from DIRECTV HOSPITALITY, Capital One Travel, and Jonas Chorum share their experiences and insights into how this partnership has driven visibility, networking, and business growth.
Venturing down to the Big Apple for the NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference (IHIIC) is an enlightening must-see event, often a forerunner for many trends that will ripple through every property in every category. This year – the 46th annual held at the beginning of June – was no exception. But rather than give a play-by-play on what was said during each panel session, our rationale here is to highlight and expand upon one megatrend that every hotel executive and investor should grasp.
Phaidon, Monacelli, and The Leading Hotels of the World (LHW) are pleased to announce Design: The Leading Hotels of the World, the first in a multi-volume series created in close collaboration with LHW and the New York-based media company The Slowdown. With this richly illustrated first volume, discover more than 70 of the world’s most sumptuously designed hotels, all carefully selected from LHW’s legendary portfolio.
Mews, the industry-leading hospitality cloud that has more than tripled its customer base in the United States over the last year, has now been chosen by Staypineapple to power its growing portfolio of hotels.
In an evolving travel landscape, boutique hotels have emerged as significant players, reshaping the industry with their unique offerings and innovative approaches. To gain insights into this transformation, we interviewed key leaders from BLLA member hotels, including Kurt Bjorkman, COO of The Ranch at Laguna Beach; Jon Sakshaug, CEO of Hotel Emma; Dina Belon-Sayre, President of Staypineapple and Hannan Zanzuri, Founder & CEO of Odentio. Their perspectives reveal the profound impact boutique hotels are having on the travel industry and highlight future trends that promise to sustain this momentum.
We are thrilled to unveil the theme for the 2024 Boutique Hotel Owners Conference by BLLA: “The Mycelium Network.” This year, we dived into the profound interconnectedness found in nature and drew parallels to the boutique hospitality industry and our vibrant community.
In response to the evolving needs of modern professionals, hotel and lifestyle brand citizenM is expanding its innovative membership program to include co-working benefits across its portfolio of 34 hotels (and counting) worldwide. Designed to serve the growing demand for flexible co-working space and on-the-go solutions, this initiative embodies citizenM's commitment to fostering creativity and connection in the heart of urban landscapes.
The Boutique Hotel Owners Conference, hosted by the Boutique Lifestyle Lodging Association (BLLA), stands as a pivotal event for the boutique and lifestyle hotel industry. Bringing together professionals from across the globe, the conference offers unparalleled opportunities for attendees to connect, collaborate, and grow their businesses. This event focuses on the power of networking, as evidenced by the glowing testimonials from participants. Here’s a closer look at how networking at the conference drives success and fosters community.
Just as our hotels and restaurants each celebrate their own uniqueness and distinct local connections, we appreciate our guests also want to pursue one-of-a-kind, unforgettable experiences. We invite you to discover the regions, gastronomy and art de vivre of these new members’ establishments in Africa (Botswana), the United States (Louisiana), Europe (Spain, Romania and France), Middle East (Israel and Egypt) and Asia (China and India).