AHLA Releases 2026 State Of The Industry Report
AHLA projects $805 billion in guest spending and 30,000 new jobs in 2026, with GOPPAR still at 90% of pre-pandemic levels due to rising costs.
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Sonesta Adds Four MOD Collection by Sonesta Hotels with Exploria Resorts
The four Exploria Resorts properties add 1,564 keys to Sonesta's portfolio, bringing the MOD soft brand to nine operating hotels across North America.
Raines Transforms a Historic Firehouse into a Boutique Hotel with a Purpose-Driven Mission
Raines, a leading hospitality management, development, and investment company, is proud to announce the official opening of The Lantern Columbia. Located in the heart of Columbia, SC's Vista neighborhood, the 59-key upscale boutique hotel marks a transformative moment for the city, breathing new life into the historic Columbia Central Fire Station while pioneering a groundbreaking model of inclusive employment.
By The Sea Resorts Modernizes the Guest Journey with Canary Technologies
By The Sea Resorts' Panama City Beach properties now use Canary's mobile check-in, AI messaging in 100+ languages, and digital compendium to streamline guest operations.
At Q4 2025 Close, Southern Markets Drive Future Growth in U.S. Hotel Construction
Dallas leads with 193 pipeline projects, while Phoenix tops under-construction activity with 35 active projects totaling 4,829 rooms.
Cameo Beverly Hills, LXR Hotels & Resorts Debuts Following Complete Transformation
Today, Cameo Beverly Hills, LXR Hotels & Resorts emerges as a refined new chapter in Los Angeles luxury, following a complete transformation that reimagines every corner of the property. Tucked along a tranquil edge of Beverly Hills, this hidden oasis provides a peaceful retreat just moments from the lively pulse and bustle of Rodeo Drive. A modern sanctuary where the city's lively rhythm seamlessly blends with serene elegance, Cameo Beverly Hills offers the perfect balance of luxury and calm for the discerning traveler.
Top 10% of U.S. Households Now Drive Majority of Consumer Spending, and $544 Billion in Annual Leisure Travel
Research reveals Top 10% of U.S. households will drive $544 billion in leisure travel by 2026, with trip frequency and spending surging since 2022.
CoStar, Tourism Economics maintain growth projections in first U.S. hotel forecast of 2026
CoStar projects modest growth with RevPAR rising 1.4% in 2027, below the long-term average, driven by World Cup markets and higher-tier hotels.
U.S. hotel results for week ending 17 January
CoStar data shows U.S. hotels achieved 1.6% RevPAR growth, with Miami leading ADR gains due to the College Football Championship while D.C. declined 32% against tough inauguration comparisons.
Hotel Owners at an AI Crossroads as Confidence and Growth Plans Hold Firm, Wyndham Owner Trends Report Finds
Survey of hundreds of hotel owners shows 98% have begun incorporating AI, but only 32% have embedded it across most operations, with data security and integration costs as top barriers.
2025 Major U.S. Hotel Sales Survey & Lodging Sector Overview
LW Hospitality Advisors tracked 392 major US hotel sales totaling $15 billion in 2025, with average sale prices down 13% year-over-year despite increased transaction volume.
By Daniel Lesser, President & CEO, LW Hospitality Advisors LLC (LWHA)
Luxury Travelers Prioritize Exclusivity Over Extravagance, Plan Higher Spend in 2026, Flywire Survey Reveals
The survey of 500+ U.S. luxury travelers shows 79% plan to increase spending in 2026, with 60% willing to prepay for 20% discounts.
Newport Hospitality Group Expands Midwest Presence with Dual-Branded Hilton Hotel
Newport adds 240-room dual-branded Hilton property in Columbus through management contract, expanding its Hilton portfolio to 14 hotels.
Investment Program and Market Trends Are on the Agenda at the High-level 2026 Executive Vendor Summit, From HFTP and Hospitality Upgrade
The 2026 summit at Hilton Fort Worth targets C-level hospitality tech vendors with sessions on Web3, AI, and investment trends.
IHG Hotels & Resorts and Ruby Group Bring Its First U.S. Ruby Hotel to Chicago
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world's leading hospitality companies, celebrates the U.S. market debut of its Ruby Hotels brand with a property in the heart of downtown Chicago. Ruby Group will develop and operate the hotel under a 30-year franchise agreement with IHG, overseeing the comprehensive renovation and repositioning of the historic Inn of Chicago building into a vibrant Ruby Hotels property that blends soulful design with its storied past.
Steady Pipeline at Q4 2025 Close, as Brand Conversions Hit New Record
Brand conversions reached 1,497 projects with 148,981 rooms, up 12% year-over-year, while luxury hotels hit a record 95 projects in the pipeline.
Evolution Hospitality Selected to Manage Balfour Miami Beach
Evolution Hospitality takes over the 82-room Art Deco property from FullG CRE Investments, which also manages the company's Talbott hotel in Chicago.
Oliver Hospitality Adds The Nashville Reserve to Its Collection
Nashville-based Oliver Hospitality, a hospitality management and development company, has added two new properties to its collection: The Nashville Reserve and The Sarasota Modern, marking the brand's first expansion into residential-style lodging and into the Florida market, respectively. Additional upcoming projects include the redevelopment of Hotel Aiken in Aiken, S.C. and a property in Detroit, Mich.
Jimmy Georgantas has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer at Experiential Capital Group
Experiential Capital Group (ECG) announced the promotion of Jimmy Georgantas to Chief Operating Officer of Experiential Capital Group.
Avi Brosh’s Palisociety Announces The Hôtel Lili, Debuting In Beverly Hills In Spring 2026
Avi Brosh's Palisociety is set to debut its first hotel in Beverly Hills this spring, The Hôtel Lili, a completely reimagined intimate hotel that combines European-inspired style and personality with the timeless charm of classic Los Angeles. The property was originally built in 1939 as a private residence and brings a uniquely boutique point of view to Beverly Hills' hotel landscape with intimate interiors, richly crafted details and a convenient yet quiet setting steps from the internationally renowned city's most storied streets.