Highline Hospitality Partners acquires Pittsburgh Marriott North hotel
The acquisition brings Highline's portfolio to 17 hotels worth over $1 billion, with the 298-room property marking their first Pennsylvania investment.
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Global Hotel Pipeline Reaches Record High—Luxury and Upper Upscale Chain Scales, and Conversions Reach Historic Milestones at Q4 2025 Close
Global hotel pipeline hit 15,922 projects with luxury and upper upscale segments reaching record highs, led by US and China accounting for 62% of projects.
Sonesta Opens 29 Organic Properties in H2 2025
Sonesta International Hotels (Sonesta), the 8th largest hotel company in the US, today announced the successful opening of 29 new properties during the second half of 2025, showcasing Sonesta’s global expansion and continued growth strategy.
The Webster Launches: New Lifestyle Hotel Brand Debuts in London This July & New York This Winter — Bookings Now Open
The Webster, a new design-forward lifestyle hotel brand, announces its official debut with the opening of The Webster Covent Garden, London in July 2026, followed by The Webster Times Square, New York in Winter 2026. Designed for the culturally curious traveler, The Webster blends thoughtful design, engaging programming, and dynamic social spaces to create a distinctly immersive urban stay in two of the world’s most inspiring creative capitals.
IHG unveils new premium collection brand, Noted Collection™
IHG targets 2.3 million independent upscale rooms globally with its 21st brand, aiming for 150+ properties within a decade through conversions.
HVS Europe Hotel Transactions Bulletin - Week Ending 13 February 2026
Three separate acquisitions include a 630-room French budget hotel portfolio, a Premier Inn in Wales with £9.6m financing, and Sandaya's first hotel purchase.
The Global Accommodation Specialists Situ Strengthens Global Presence with Expanded Operations in the Americas
Situ establishes Americas division to provide faster response times and localized market expertise for corporate housing clients across North and South America.
Marriott International’s Asia Pacific Excluding China Region Reports Exceptional Growth and Development Momentum in 2025
Marriott International, Inc., today announced that its Asia Pacific excluding China (APEC) region delivered another outstanding year of growth and strategic expansion in 2025, marking the region’s third consecutive year of record-breaking development activity. The performance reflects strong intra-region travel demand and continued confidence from owners and developers across diverse markets.
Hospitality Construction: Trends and Challenges for the Future
The analysis explores how hospitality managers can take project manager roles in construction, emphasizing sustainability trends and operational input during planning phases.
By Robert O’Halloran, Professor Director, School of Hospitality Leadership, East Carolina University
Saudi Arabia and Egypt Drive Middle East Hotel Pipeline to Record High of 710 Projects in Q4 2025
Saudi Arabia leads with 394 projects and Egypt follows with 140, while luxury and upper upscale segments hit record highs across the region.
Market-Leading Hospitality Team Joins Blank Rome in California, Expanding Coast-to-Coast Capabilities and Global Reach
Five hospitality lawyers from Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell join Blank Rome's Los Angeles and Orange County offices, bringing experience from 4,700+ properties worth $125+ billion.
Higher-End Chain Scales Drive Hotel Pipeline to Record-High Project Totals in Asia Pacific Region, Excluding China
India leads with 906 projects, while luxury and upper upscale segments drive growth across the region's record-high development activity.
Premier Inn signs MoU with Equitativa to accelerate GCC expansion
The partnership will develop 6-8 hotels with 3,500 keys across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah, Riyadh and Jeddah, doubling Premier Inn's current regional portfolio.
Mandarin Oriental to Expand Its Presence in Egypt with Two Iconic Hotels and a Luxury Nile Cruise Experience
The expansion includes management of two iconic properties in Luxor and Aswan plus the brand's first luxury Nile river cruise, all opening in 2027.
Marriott International Delivers Record-Setting Expansion in Greater China Region in 2025
The company signed over 200 deals adding 36,000 rooms to its pipeline, with select service brands growing 40% year-over-year.
H World Group Launches New Hanting Inn Brand, Advancing Hanting Hotel's Vision of Hospitality as Everyday Travel Infrastructure
H World's new Hanting Inn brand targets conversions in lower-tier cities with reduced investment requirements and modular renovation standards.
The Bench launches Future Hospitality Summit Egypt
The November 2026 event will focus on Egypt's $9B hospitality market opportunity, driven by record tourism and branded residences growth.
Saudi Arabia’s 171,650 key hotel market set to expand with 94,500 rooms in the pipeline as visitor growth races towards a new 150 million target
Knight Frank report shows 94,500 hotel rooms under construction, with 75% focused on luxury segment as the Kingdom targets 150 million annual visitors by 2030.
Lopota Lake Resort and Spa: Building a Year-Round Destination in Georgia’s Kakheti Wine Region
The Masiuradze sisters explain their philosophy of slow, nature-first expansion at their Georgian resort, prioritizing authenticity over amenities to build year-round appeal.
Dreamscape Hospitality Expands Midwest Presence with Stevens Point Hotel Transitions
Dreamscape took over management of two Holiday Inn properties totaling 215 rooms, with the full-service location featuring 38,000+ square feet of event space.