STR: U.S. Hotel Performance For June 2021
The U.S. hotel industry recorded its highest monthly occupancy and revenue per available room (RevPAR) since October 2019, according to June 2021 data from STR.
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Phoenix Hospitality Group Awarded Management Of The William Hotel
Phoenix Hospitality Group is celebrating its most recent portfolio addition with the William Hotel in Boerne, TX. The luxury boutique property is located in the heart of Boerne at 170 S Main Street. It features 11 uniquely designed guestrooms with New Orleans-style balconies overlooking Main Street, as well as a communal hospitality room.
Rebel Hospitality Chooses Infor Hospitality To Deliver Great Guest Experiences
Infor, the industry cloud company, today announced that Rebel Hospitality, a rapidly-growing hospitality management company that specializes in independent and lifestyle hotel properties, has selected Infor Hospitality to provide hospitality management solutions for its growing property base. Specifically, by working with Infor, Rebel Hospitality has access to agile cloud-based tools that help it better serve guests and achieve competitive positioning in an evolving industry. Infor will provide New York-based Rebel Hospitality with easy access to valuable incoming data that can quickly be turned into action. By being able to operate on one system for all guest and hotel data, Rebel teams can stay on top of all the little details that enable a great guest experience.
André Brose has been appointed as General Manager at Lido House, Autograph Collection
Southern California's effortless coastal destination in the heart of Newport Beach, Lido House, an Autograph Collection hotel, is pleased to announce the appointment of André Brose to the role of General Manager at the 130-room, nautical-inspired beach house.With nearly 20 years o f hospitality experience, Brose brings a well-versed background and rich expertise to the luxury, Cape-cod infused hotel. As the General Manager of Lido House, Brose is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day management of the hotel's operations and upholding the highest standards of guest service. He is tasked with supervising project development, employee engagement, guest satisfaction, company culture, and also brings innovative strategies to the table with the goal to provide elevated experiences to the next generation of travelers.Originally from Germany, Brose relocated to the United States in 2016 and has built an impressive repertoire with key leadership roles in the industry. Prior to joining the Lido House team, Brose served as Hotel Manager for The West Hollywood EDITION in Los Angeles, where he led his team through the unprecedented times of COVID-19. Before making the move to Southern California, Brose had roots in San Francisco as the Hotel Manag er of The St. Regis San Francisco, where he helped regain the hotel's coveted 5-star Forbes status. Brose held multi-faceted positions throughout his career, including being an Executive Assistant Manager at The Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa Edinburgh in the United Kingdom and various roles during his tenure at Le Méridien Hamburg in Germany.Brose received his Master of Business Administration in Tourism and Hospitality from Edinburgh Napier University and also earned certifications from Cornell University in hotel revenue and hospitality management. He was awarded two 'President's Awards' for his notable achievements with Starwood Hotels & Resorts prior to joining Marriott International. When not in the office, Brose can be found exploring his new city of Newport Beach.
Great Wolf Lodge Breaks Ground In Maryland For Brand’s Largest Resort
Mid-Atlantic families will have something fun to howl about in 2023 as Great Wolf Resorts, Inc., North America's largest family of indoor water park resorts, broke ground today on its newest resort in Perryville, Maryland. Great Wolf Lodge Maryland will become the brand's 20th resort in North America, and the largest, with 700-family-friendly suites and a 126,000-square foot indoor water park. The resort will sit on 48-acres on the western edge of Cecil County, making it a convenient family getaway for those in Baltimore, Philadelphia, Wilmington and many other Mid-Atlantic and Northeast communities. With construction now officially underway, Great Wolf Lodge Maryland is scheduled to open middle-to-late 2023.
Suzanne Trout has been named Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer at Cordish Gaming Group
The Cordish Companies today announced two key executive hires to Cordish Gaming Group, the gaming division of the Company. SUZANNE TROUT has been named Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer.
Cathy Beeding has joined Cordish Gaming Group as Executive Vice President and General Counsel
The Cordish Companies today announced two key executive hires to Cordish Gaming Group, the gaming division of the Company. CATHY BEEDING joins the team as Executive Vice President and General Counsel.
Alexis Hernandez has joined Hotel Revival, A JdV by Hyatt as Executive Chef
The award-winning Hotel Revival, a JdV by Hyatt hotel located in Baltimore, announced that Alexis Hernandez has joined the team as its new executive chef. With extensive experience working in fine dining and upscale restaurants in Peru, Chicago and Washington, D.C., Chef Hernandez brings a unique culinary perspective and blend of flavors to the hotel. His debut dinner menu is currently available at Topside and will be available as part of Baltimore Summer Restaurant Week, which begins July 23.
Red Roof PLUS+ Dallas – Addison Opens In In Addison, Texas
Red Roof®, the leader in economy lodging, has announced the opening of the Red Roof PLUS+ Dallas - Addison in Addison, Texas.
MCR Purchases The Lexington Hotel, Autograph Collection By Marriott, In New York City For $185 Million
MCR — the country’s 4th-largest hotel owner-operator — has acquired the 725-room The Lexington Hotel for $185 million, which equates to $255,000 per guestroom. The hotel was purchased by MCR in a joint venture transaction with Island Capital Group and Three Wall Capital LLC.
Mazen Saleh has been named General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Fort Lauderdale
Eighteen-year Four Seasons veteran Mazen Saleh has been named General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Fort Lauderdale. The brand's fourth hotel in South Florida is anticipated to make its debut in late 2021, bringing an inspiring sense of possibility to this next-generation coastal city.
U.S. Lodging Demand Forecast To Return To Pre-Pandemic Levels By Fourth Quarter 2023
Based on stronger than expected performance during the first quarter of 2021, plus encouraging economic and vaccination news, CBRE Hotels Research forecasts U.S. lodging demand will return to pre-pandemic levels by the fourth quarter of 2023.
Robin Spindel has been named VP of Marketing at Synergy Global Housing (Synergy)
Today, Synergy Global Housing (Synergy) named Robin Spindel as its new VP of Marketing. Spindel will operate out of Synergy's New York office and report to International President, Stephen Hanton. In her new role, Spindel will oversee the company's global marketing strategy and execution.
Colorado’s Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa Unveils $1.5 Million Lobby & Outdoor Space Renovation
The Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa Avon, Vail Valley is excited to welcome guests this summer with a $1.5 million refresh of its lobby, Front Desk and outdoor spaces, including new terrace furniture and fitness equipment.
Impressing The General Manager - The Life Of A Hotel Doctor
Years ago Prentice-Hall published The Man’s Health Book, and UPS delivered my ten free copies. Usually I gave those to family and friends. Except for my mother, no one reads them, so I wondered if I could put them to better use.
Matt Skaletsky has been appointed as General Manager at Hotel Windrow
Hotel Windrow, a 59-room boutique hotel adjacent to the town's historic, renovated Elks Lodge building and managed by Columbia Hospitality, announced today the appointment of Matt Skaletsky as general manager. He will lead the property team to deliver an exceptional guest experience.
Alex Francis has been appointed as General Manager at Radisson Blu Mall of America
Radisson Blu Mall of America announces the appointment of Alex Francis to general manager. Francis brings extensive management experience to his new role with proven success overseeing four and five diamond hotels.
Kyle Stevens has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Signia by Hilton Atlanta
Signia by Hilton Atlanta has announced the appointment of Kyle Stevens as director of sales and marketing at the 975-room property which broke ground in May and is scheduled to open in late 2023. Stevens joins Signia by Hilton Atlanta from Hyatt Regency Atlanta and will lead strategic commercial, sales, and marketing endeavors for the first new-build premiering Hilton's Signia by Hilton brand while supporting the hotel's mission to provide an elevated experience for convention, business, and leis ure travelers. Signia by Hilton Atlanta is owned by Georgia World Congress Center Authority (GWCCA) and managed by Hilton Management Services.
Jim Petrus has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer at Lotte Hotels and Resorts Americas
Lotte Hotels Corporation announced today that Jim Petrus has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Lotte Hotels and Resorts Americas, effective immediately. Petrus is a 30 plus year industry leader who has held senior roles in Blackstone/BRE Hotels and Resorts, Starwood Hotels and Resorts and Hyatt Hotels. Petrus' appointment builds upon the luxury South Korean brand's commitment to creating unique and compelling experiences for guests in the Americas.
New Hotel Openings In California Are Up, But Hotel Construction Is Down
California’s hotel development trends are showing the effects of both recovering demand as well as lasting pandemic challenges.