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New tower expands hotel capacity to 1,000 guest rooms.
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US Short-Term Rental Market Poised for Further Growth
Over the past decade, the short-term rental industry has taken the world by storm, affecting not just where people stay while traveling, but also how they vacation in general.
By Adam Zarczynski, CHIA, Associate, Hotel & Leisure Advisors (H&LA)
Mirian Ortega-Calle has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at NoMo SoHo
NoMo SoHo, owned by real estate and investment firm Sapir Corp Ltd. ("Sapir") and managed by Highgate, is proud to announce the appointment of Mirian Ortega-Calle as Director of Sales and Marketing. In her new role, Ortega-Calle will provide executive leadership for the Sales & Marketing team, determine the property's strategic direction and drive brand awareness through Marketing, Public Relations and Social Media. Touting almost two decades of hospitality experience in New York City, Ortega-Calle has expert knowledge of Manhattan's competitive hotel landscape. She arrives to NoMo SoHo from Le Méridien New York, Central Park where she served as the Director of Sales and Marketing, helping to rebrand the property from the Viceroy Central Park. Previously, Ortega-Calle has successfully demonstrated her capabilities across a portfolio of top hotel brands including Hilton Worldwide, Marriott International, HEI Hotels & Resorts and Millennium Hotels & Resorts.
New Orleans' Kimpton Hotel Fontenot announces new restaurant, expansion opening in January 2023
Kimpton Hotel Fontenot, located in the heart of New Orleans' Central Business District, announces today the anticipated January 2023 completion of a property expansion into the historic building next door located at 521 Tchoupitoulas Street. The new addition to the boutique hotel will include 33 new guestrooms and suites, over 12,000 square feet of meeting and events space, and King, a three-meal French brasserie with outdoor patio dining. When it opens, Kimpton Hotel Fontenot will be further positioned as a destination for both visitors to the city and locals alike, adding to the hotel's celebration of New Orleans arts and culture and its stellar reputation for memorable culinary and cocktail experiences and overall revelry.
STR: U.S. hotel results for week ending 8 October
U.S. hotel performance increased from the previous week but produced mixed comparisons with 2019, according to STR‘s latest data through 8 October.
Amber Das has been appointed as General Manager at The Candlewood Suites Indianapolis South
Commonwealth Hotels announced today that Amber Das has been appointed the general manager of the Candlewood Suites Indianapolis South. Ms. Das brings over 10 years of hospitality experience to her new role as general manager having previously served as the food service director for Quest Food Management.
Hilton Announces Signing of Hilton at The Key, the Premier Hotel at Arlington
Today, Hilton announces the signing of Hilton at The Key, Arlington-Rosslyn, providing even more options to travelers looking for a state of the art, full-service hotel just minutes from Washington, D.C. Located at the foot of the Potomac River's historic Francis Scott Key Bridge in Arlington, Virginia, the 36-story, 331-room property is surrounded by numerous corporate headquarters based in Rosslyn's business district and minutes from the 11-acre riverfront Fort Bennett Park and Palisades Trail.
Hotel Equities Announces Reopening of Courtyard by Marriott in Mobile a Year after Hurricane IDA
Hotel Equities ("HE") is pleased to announce the long-awaited reopening of the Courtyard by Marriott in Mobile, Alabama. The hotel has been closed since it sustained significant damage during Hurricane Ida in August 2021. Following a year of extensive renovations, the hotel is now back open and better than ever.
PwC 2022 Holiday Outlook: Millennials bring it this holiday season
Despite citing fears of inflation and the rising costs of transportation and utilities as deterrents to holiday spending, most consumers — 74% — told us they plan to spend the same or more this holiday season as they did last year.
Laurent Ebzant has been appointed as General Manager at Park Hyatt New York
Park Hyatt New York announces the appointment of Laurent Ebzant as the new general manager of the five-star luxury hotel in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. Ebzant joins the iconic, award-winning property from Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro in Brazil and brings more than 20 years of Hyatt experience to his new role.
First Kimpton Hotel in San Antonio Officially Breaks Ground
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants and White Lodging broke ground today, October 12, 2022, on the first-ever Kimpton hotel in San Antonio. The hotel is anticipated to open in late 2024. Representatives from Kimpton and White Lodging, the hotel's owner and operator, the City of San Antonio and Visit San Antonio attended to share remarks about the hotel's future in the city.
The St. Regis Bal Harbour Spa Debuts At Miami’s Best Address
The St. Regis Bal Harbour, the exquisite Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five Diamond resort celebrating its 10th anniversary year, introduces a new spa concept, The St. Regis Spa, featuring an all-new menu of luxury treatments and wellness experiences in 14,000 square feet of indulgence with 12 treatment rooms, whirlpool, sauna, steam room, and relaxation lounge. Inspired by Caroline Astor and reflecting the resort's sense of place on Miami's most glamourous stretch of beach, The St. Regis Spa welcomes guests back with best-in-class products and one-of-a-kind experiences.
Joint Venture Will Convert Four Seasons Dallas to The Ritz-Carlton Las Colinas Managed by The Ritz-Carlton
A joint venture between Partners Group, a leading global private markets firm, acting on behalf of its clients, and funds managed by Trinity Fund Advisors LLC, an affiliate of Trinity Real Estate Investments LLC ("Trinity"), today announced that it has signed a management agreement with Marriott International, Inc. ("Marriott International"), to expand The Ritz-Carlton brand in the Dallas Metroplex in 2024. Earlier this year, the joint venture acquired the Four Seasons Resort Dallas at Las Colinas, a 431-room luxury hotel located in Irving, Texas. It intends to undertake a multi-million-dollar capital improvement plan that will convert the property to The Ritz-Carlton brand, part of Marriott International, and establish it as the premier meetings and leisure travel destination in the Dallas Metroplex.
Boutique Hotels Leading US Hotel Industry in Many Metrics
Boutique hotels are performing well in 2022 and all classes show recovery in average rate and revenues, surpassing 2019 peak levels and leading the U.S. hotel industry.
Santa Monica's iconic hotel, The Georgian, to re-launch
BLVD Hospitality, in partnership with ESI Ventures, has revealed plans for the re-launch of Santa Monica's historic, iconic hotel, The Georgian, unveiling in January 2023.
Red Roof® Opens Dual-Branded Red Roof Inn and Hometowne Studios Property in Vero Beach, Fla.
Red Roof®, the leader in economy lodging, announced the opening of the dual-branded Red Roof Inn and HomeTowne Studios - Vero Beach, located at 8800 20th Street in Vero Beach, Florida.
University of Virginia Breaks Ground on new Hotel and Conference Center in Charlottesville
The University of Virginia (UVA) and its partners have broken ground on a new 223,000-square-foot Hotel and Conference Center in Charlottesville, which is targeting a spring 2025 debut. The hospitality center, whose official name will be revealed at a future date, will be managed by Pyramid Global Hospitality.
RADCO Hotel Division Acquires Three More Florida Properties
The RADCO Companies (RADCO), one of the nation’s leading opportunistic real estate developers, has added three more properties to its fast-growing portfolio. Focused on growing Southeastern markets with strong business and tourist populations, RADCO has acquired three Courtyard by Marriott hotels along the Gulf Coast with over 300 rooms. Additional terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Sonesta Unveils Sonesta Work Suite, An Experiential Meeting Space Concept
Sonesta International Hotels Corporation (Sonesta), one of the fastest-growing hospitality companies in the U.S., today unveiled Sonesta Work Suite, a new experiential, multi-zone meeting space concept that offers an elevated experience with an innovative meeting room design and services intended to enhance collaboration. Developed based on guest feedback, Sonesta Work Suite combines the qualities of traditional office and coworking space with best-in-class hotel amenities.
Cambria Hotels Opens First Property in Maine
Latest downtown hotel debut furthers upscale brand's expansion into top Northeast markets.