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Lukus Grace has been appointed as Managing Director at The Cooper

The Cooper, one of the newest additions to BHC's portfolio, will open in 2025 as downtown Charleston's only luxury waterfront hotel. Overseeing the property in the role of Managing Director is Lukus Grace, who joins the BHC team from his most recent role as the General Manager of Atlanta's Thompson Buckhead. Grace brings with him a vast range of experience from the most luxurious global hospitality brands, including Capella, St. Regis and Hotel Bel-Air, part of the prestigious the Dorchester Collection. Grace is well-equipped to undertake this significant opening for downtown Charleston, having overseen all opening operations for Thompson Buckhead in 2021.

Beemok Hospitality Collection
Charleston, South Carolina, United States
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Rebecca Hubbard has been appointed as Managing Director at The Charleston Place

The Charleston Place is delighted to welcome Rebecca ("Becky") Hubbard to the position of Managing Director. Hubbard previously served as the General Manager of the iconic Lotte New York Palace, where she successfully oversaw a $140-million renovation, an ownership transition, and thoughtfully led a team of 800 employees. Hubbard is a seasoned hospitality professional with more than 20 years of experience in the hotel industry, having worked with lauded brands including The Ritz-Carlton and Starwood Hotels & Resorts.

Beemok Hospitality Collection
Charleston, South Carolina, United States
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World Cinema Embraces the Future and Unveils Rebrand to WorldVue

World Cinema, the trusted provider of video, digital infrastructure, wireless connectivity, and professional services to guest-centric properties worldwide, announces a new brand identity as WorldVue®. Rooted in the company’s core values and vision, this rebranding is a pivotal step toward realizing its long-term strategic goals and enabling WorldVue to position itself as the most relevant, trusted advisor. The name WorldVue represents a broader perspective, offering a clear vision of the future and emphasizing its dedication to innovation and growth to service every property across the globe.

WorldVue
United States
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Life House to Open Groundbreaking Hotel in Louisville

Life House has been tapped to operate The Wondrous World of the Duke, an inventive property that will open in Louisville, Kentucky in Fall 2023. The owner, Michael Motamedi, is an entrepreneur and influencer with 400k+ social media followers. He engaged Life House for its infrastructure, proven ability to operate 100+ boutique hotels profitably, and seamlessly integrated key technologies. With the company's track record, he was also confident that the financial performance of his first hotel investment would be maximized. Life House's comprehensive solution will simultaneously ensure he doesn't need to divert time from his other entrepreneurial endeavors.

Life House Hotels
Louisville, Kentucky, United States
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Sven Wiedenhaupt has been appointed as General Manager at Intercontinental Los Angeles Downtown

InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown is pleased to announce the appointment of Sven Wiedenhaupt to the role of general manager, who began his tenure at the esteemed property in June. As a seasoned hospitality professional, Wiedenhaupt brings over 40 years of experience to the hotel, where he leads a culturally rich and highly-engaged team.

IHG
Los Angeles, California, United States
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Atwell Suites Plans Hotel adjacent to The Pass Casino in Henderson, NV

Located adjacent to both The Pass Casino and America First Center, Atwell Suites Henderson - at the Pass will anchor the ongoing redevelopment of the city's Water Street district. In addition to 90 guest suites, the hotel will offer a pool and fitness center, an inviting bar with small plates available in the evenings, and a TV lounge, board games and puzzles for further guest gathering and engagement. Atwell Suites Henderson - at the Pass will operate under the ownership of DeSimone Companies, a regional real estate developer who oversees several casinos along with the nearby Holiday Inn Express Henderson South - Boulder City hotel.

Atwell Suites™
Henderson, Nevada, United States
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Atwell Suites Plans Hotel in Fort Worth, TX

Featuring 96 modern and inviting guest suites and amenities mirroring the Henderson property, Atwell Suites Fort Worth North is a short drive to both Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport and hundreds of corporate offices within the city's central business district. The hotel will operate under the ownership of Sequoia Hospitality, a Texas-based developer whose portfolio includes an adjacent Candlewood Suites property in Fort Worth likewise scheduled to break ground later this year.

Atwell Suites™
Euless, Texas, United States
Press Release Markets & Performance

Taylor Swift impact grows to $208M in U.S. hotel room revenue

There’s no shortage of debate when discussing U.S. hotel performance or the country’s economic prospects headed into the final months of 2023. One portion of those discussions not requiring debate, however, is the massive lift provided by Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour. Best believe U.S. hotels were still “bejeweled” when Swift came to town, as concert dates after our previous update (June through early August) increased the tour impact to $208 million in additional U.S. hotel room revenue.

CoStar
United States
Development Rebranding

The Oread Hotel in Lawrence, Kansas Joins Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Oread Hotel in Lawrence, Kansas has joined the Tapestry Collection by Hilton brand, a diverse portfolio of 110 unique hotels worldwide. The 102-room hotel was acquired in 2022 by Mission Hill Hospitality, a leading select service and extended stay hotel investor. Concord Hospitality, an award-winning hotel development and management company, manages the property.

Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Lawrence, Kansas, United States
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Chicago-Based Oxford Capital Group, LLC Invests in Downtown San Francisco, Debuting Four New Repositioned Hotels This Fall

Demonstrating post-pandemic revival and improving vibrancy in the iconic city of San Francisco, Chicago-based Oxford Capital Group, LLC announces the debut of four rebranded and repositioned hotel properties: Hotel Julian San Francisco (formerly Hotel Vertigo, and originally Empire Hotel), SoMa House (formerly Americania Hotel), Hotel Garrett (formerly Good Hotel), and Hotel Fiona (formerly Carriage Inn), now accepting reservations starting in mid-September and October with introductory pricing. In the Bay Area, Oxford currently owns and operates Hotel Griffon on the Embarcadero, Inn at Union Square and King George Hotel in Union Square, Creekside Inn in Palo Alto, as well as Hotel Los Gatos. Oxford Capital Group’s wholly owned affiliate, Oxford Hotels & Resorts, LLC, will continue to manage these properties post reopening.

Oxford Hotels & Resorts LLC
San Francisco, California, United States