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20th Century New York Mansion Joins The Ascend Hotel Collection

The Ascend Hotel Collection by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), a portfolio of unique, boutique, and historic hotels and resorts that reflect their surrounding community, now has a century-old mansion in Johnson City, N.Y., among its members. Traditions at the Glen has welcomed the likes of Dwight Eisenhower, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Bing Crosby to its halls, and today, invites all guests to experience its distinguished legacy.

First look inside the TWA Hotel at New York's JFK

A party in southern Queens, an hour outside of Manhattan, might not sound like the hottest event in town.But when it's the opening day of the TWA Hotel at New York City's JFK airport, which took place May 15, it's the hospitality -- and aviation -- moment of the year.Models and dancers in 1960s attire mingled with aviation fans, architecture buffs and reporters -- some wearing "Mad Men"-inspired looks and retro aviation gear -- on the inaugural day of the much anticipated hotel, which is inside the former TWA air terminal designed by Eero Saarinen.

Hotel Henri Joins the Membership of Preferred Hotels & Resorts Connect Collection

Hotel Henri joins the family of Preferred Hotels & Resorts -- the world's largest independent hotel brand that represents more than 750 distinctive hotels, resorts, residences, and unique hotel groups across 85 countries -- as the newest experience available within the Preferred Hotels & Resorts Connect Collection. The Preferred Hotels & Resorts Connect Collection is an international portfolio of hotels that connect people to friends and family, business associates, and interesting neighborhoods. Inspired by local culture, these smart, well- appointed, eclectic, and welcoming hotels seamlessly combine value with comfort and convenience to relax one's busy, on-the-road life.

Rockwell Group Announces Olio, A New Hotel In New York’s Theater District Opening In 2020

Rockwell Group, the architecture and design firm founded by David Rockwell, Tony Award-winning set designer and architect, today announced the anticipated May 2020 opening of Olio, a 27-story, 116-room hotel located on West 48th Street near 8th Avenue in the heart of New York's theater district. Olio will feature a first-of-its-kind curated art program with permanent and rotating works of art by emerging and established theater creatives.

Shou Sugi Ban House, The Hamptons’ First Comprehensive Wellness Retreat, Opening on May 16, 2019

Shou Sugi Ban House is a new destination spa and retreat that embodies global wellness and healing arts practices. Surrounded by over 250 deciduous and evergreen trees, as well as 20,000 grasses of five different varieties, Shou Sugi Ban House is a private, three-acre sanctuary which encompasses thirteen guest studios surrounding the main pool, the Main Barn with a demonstration kitchen; Healing Arts Barn with a tea bar; treatment spa with hydrotherapy pools and roof deck; open-air Movement Pavilion; ceremonial fire circle; fitness center; autumn cherry dining orchard; organic vegetable and herb gardens from which the dining menus are sourced; and a curated library of books. Programming integrates holistic living, fitness, nutrition, skin and body care, hydrotherapy, yoga, healing arts and meditation. Personalized wellness journeys are led by resident and visiting experts to meet the individual intentions of each guest and create an intimate and transformative experience. All-inclusive four-, five- and seven-day itineraries are offered for overnight guests, in addition to half- and full-day spa rituals, without the need for accommodations.

Francis Vidal has been appointed as Director of Aquatics at The Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark

BENCHMARK®, a global hospitality company, has named Francis Vidal director of aquatics for The Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark. The Benchmark Resorts & Hotels property is located in Monticello, New York, within the scenic Catskill Mountains, and includes 1,600 wooded acres, the site of the Resorts World Catskills entertainment complex. David Kohlasch, general manager, made the announcement.

Fortuna Realty Group Plans Spring Opening of Hotel Hendricks in the Heart of Manhattan

Soaring twenty-seven stories over Fifth Avenue, Hotel Hendricks is the stylish new addition to Fortuna Realty Group's collection of Manhattan hotels. The property and its 176 guestrooms are located just steps away from the Fashion District and Bryant Park. With interiors by LA-based interior designer Marcello Pozzi, the hotel and its 176 guestrooms boast unparalleled views of the Empire State Building and the cityscape. With two rooftop bars and a Latin-infused restaurant, Hotel Hendricks is set to be the new Midtown hotspot for locals and travelers alike.

World’s Tallest Modular Hotel Set To Rise In New York City This Fall, Highlighting Marriott International’s Vision To Disrupt The Way Buildings Get Built

The world's tallest modular hotel - which will carry a brand of Marriott International (NASDAQ:MAR) - is on track to be stacked in late fall in New York City with prefabricated and pre-furnished guestrooms. Once erected over a 90-day period, the 360-foot-tall tower will represent a milestone for Marriott's ongoing initiative to encourage hotel developers in North America to embrace modular for new construction projects. To be topped with a modular roof and modular rooftop bar, the world's tallest modular hotel is expected to open in late 2020 as the AC Hotel New York NoMad.

Angel Quiles has been named CEOE, Director of Facilities at The Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark

BENCHMARK®, a global hospitality company, has named Angel Quiles, CEOE, director of facilities for The Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark. The Benchmark Resorts & Hotels property is located in Monticello, New York, within the breathtakingly beautiful Catskill Mountains, and includes 1,600 wooded acres, the site of the Resorts World Catskills entertainment complex. David Kohlasch, general manager, made the announcement.

Courtney Dall’Olmo has been appointed as Director of Marketing at The Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark

BENCHMARK®, a global hospitality company, has appointed Courtney Dall'Olmo director of marketing for The Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark. The Benchmark Resorts & Hotels property is ideally situated in Monticello, New York, within the Catskill Mountains, and includes 1,600 wooded acres, the site of the Resorts World Catskills entertainment complex.

New York City’s Most Significant Hotel Celebrates 100 Years Introducing “The Penn Plaza Collection”

A New York City hotel classic since 1919, Hotel Pennsylvania, recently called "the most important hotel of the 20th Century," is proud to announce it will be celebrating its 100-year mark with the introduction of "The Penn Plaza Collection" featuring hundreds of fully modernized rooms achieved after a multi-phase, multi-million dollar design project that will make guests fall in love with this historic hotel all over again.

Equinox Launches Equinox Hotels At 35 Hudson Yards; Defines New Genre Of Luxury Travel

Equinox Hotels today announced the opening of the first Equinox Hotel in Hudson Yards, New York, and launched their online booking platform for room reservations. In addition to bookings going live, Equinox Hotels has also released the first wave of details for the property, including design partners, room features, and guest amenities.

Allan Mills has been appointed as Vice President and General Manager at Hudson Hotel

sbe, a leading international hospitality group that develops, manages and operates award-winning global hospitality brands, announces the appointment of industry veteran Geoffrey Allan Millsas Vice President and General Manager of sbe's Hudson hotel. Mills will oversee the growth of sbe's iconic property. This exciting leadership change comes on the heels of sbe's House of Originals announcement.

Simon Antoine has been appointed as General Manager at Sofitel New York

Simon Antoine has returned to his roots at Accor where he started his career in 1985, joining Sofitel New York as its new general manager. The seasoned hotelier brings over 30 years of leadership experience to the luxury Midtown Manhattan hotel, as well as a wealth of knowledge in the food and beverage arena. His new post follows a two-year tenure as opening general manager at the InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf.

SCG America and F&T Group to Introduce The Renaissance New York Flushing Hotel at Tangram in Queens, NY

SCG America and F&T Group today announced that Renaissance Hotels has been selected as the brand flag for the 208-key hotel within Tangram, their 1.2-million-square-foot, mixed-use development that seamlessly blends where people live, work and play as the new epicenter of Flushing, Queens. Currently under construction and scheduled to open in early 2020, the nine-story Renaissance New York Flushing Hotel at Tangram will offer global travelers and local residents an unexpected lens on this vibrant neighborhood.