A-1 Hospitality Group, a family owned and operated hotel management and development company based in Kennewick, Washington is pleased to announce the groundbreaking for the new 163-room AC Hotels by Marriott® in Kennewick, Washington. Located at the Three Rivers Convention Center, the hotel will operate as a franchise owned by A-1 Three Rivers Hotel, LLC and managed by A-1 Hospitality Group.
In the high desert of northern New Mexico, where the light has long lured painters and poets, a new kind of refuge quietly emerges. Meet Hotel Willa—the latest addition to Casetta's growing constellation of design-forward boutique stays, and the brand's first foray into the American Southwest. Tucked at the edge of the Downtown Taos Historic District and framed by views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, the 50-room retreat reimagines a 1960s adobe-style motor lodge with a reverence for place and a contemporary sensibility. Earth-toned minimalism meets layered cultural storytelling here: from an Artist in Residency program and gallery activated in partnership with The Paseo Project, to Juliette, the hotel's marquee dining concept helmed by celebrated chef Johnny Ortiz-Concha and Maida Branch of SIEMPRE Design, where each dish is a love letter to the local landscape. Part sanctuary, part salon, Willa is poised to become both a community hub and a destination unto itself—rooted in heritage, designed for now.
Kimpton La Peer Hotel is pleased to announce the appointment of Ryan Parker as General Manager. With over two decades of hospitality experience and 11 years serving as General Manger across multiple hotels, Parker is highly regarded for driving improvements in operational initiatives, pushing creative limits and leading top-producing teams. He joins La Peer Hotel from Hana-Maui Resort where he held the position of General Manager and oversaw three F&B venues, one gas station, a full-service spa and a retail town center. Prior to that, Parker was the General Manager of The Shay in Culver City, California. While at The Shay, he oversaw the hotel's opening and growth in the competitive Los Angeles market and operated budgets throughout the pandemic.
The Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village is delighted to announce the promotion of Noelle Wilson to the position of Destination Sales Executive. In this role, Noelle will be instrumental in driving group business to the resort, coordinating site visits, and ensuring seamless transitions from sales to event execution, all while embodying Marriott's commitment to excellence.
Agilysys, Inc., (Nasdaq: AGYS), a leading global provider of hospitality software solutions that enable organizations to go beyond what they can accomplish with traditional property management systems (PMS), point-of-sale (POS) solutions and food-and-beverage inventory and procurement (F&B I&P) systems, announced it will participate in the William Blair 45th Annual Growth Stock Conference to be held in person, in Chicago, Illinois, June 3rd – June 5th.
Auberge Resorts Collection, the award-winning portfolio of one-of-a-kind luxury hotels, resorts and residences, is pleased to announce the appointment of Allen Highfield as General Manager of Madeline Hotel & Residences, Auberge Resorts Collection, the premier alpine resort in Telluride, Colorado. With a dynamic career spanning more than two decades in hospitality, Highfield brings a wealth of operational expertise, deep experience in mountain resorts, and a leadership style rooted in a commitment to enriching the guest experience.
Salamander Collection has appointed Carrie Williams as the new general manager of Aspen Meadows Resort. A hospitality and operations professional who has called the Aspen area home for 20 years, Williams will assume the role on June 14.
The National Landing Hotel Crystal City has selected its executive leadership team to steer the fully renovated hotel through its transformative evolution.
The National Landing Hotel Crystal City has selected its executive leadership team to steer the fully renovated hotel through its transformative evolution.
U.S. hotels posted a modest advance in the week ending 17 May with a strong ending offsetting lackluster performance at the beginning. Revenue per available room (RevPAR) rose 0.9%, lifted by a 1.3% gain in average daily rate (ADR) as occupancy fell. RevPAR on Thursday through Saturday increased 2.4% with Friday on top at +3.3%. Tuesday/Wednesday was flat (+0.4%), and the start of the week was down (-1.7). This is notable because last week, it was the weekend that saw the largest loss. It is difficult to pinpoint the cause of this weekend flip, but it's possible that a shift in high school and college graduations occurred due the later start of the semester after the Christmas/New Year holidays.
Sarasota has historically been a popular destination for transient winter travelers seeking warmer weather, resulting in heightened hotel demand in the first quarter of the year. This seasonality pattern was disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic, when Florida’s position as a less-restrictive destination resulted in stronger visitation outside of the peak season and into the shoulder months. While demand has normalized somewhat in the post-pandemic period, off-season demand levels remain higher than those of pre-pandemic years.
Novotel, in collaboration with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), is delighted to unveil the Legendary Room celebrating Blaise Matuidi at Novotel Miami Brickell. As part of the global Novotel Legendary Rooms initiative, this immersive and bespoke hotel room brings to life the legacy of one of PSG’s most iconic players, offering guests a unique blend of storytelling, design, and hospitality.
Hotel Terra Jackson Hole, Wyoming's first LEED-certified hotel, announced today that it has completed the first phase of its extensive, multi-million dollar renovation and is now embarking on phase two, with the third and final phase set to be completed before the end of the year. The renovation emphasizes traditional European ski lodge design inspiration, aiming to elevate the guest experience further while staying true to the hotel's roots in the breathtaking Jackson Hole region.
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), the leading voice representing all segments of the hotel industry, today issued the following statement from AHLA President & CEO Rosanna Maietta following the inclusion of key tax provisions critical to the hospitality industry in the U.S. House-passed Budget Reconciliation package:
The U.S. hotel industry reported mixed year-over-year comparisons, according to CoStar’s latest data through 17 May. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information and analytics in the property markets.
Daly Seven, a leading hotel developer and operator in the Southeast, is excited to announce the development of a new Holiday Inn Express & Suites and an adjacent restaurant outparcel in Lynchburg/Campbell County, Virginia.
Appellation, the groundbreaking culinary-first hotel brand by Michelin-starred chef Charlie Palmer and luxury hospitality veteran Christopher Hunsberger, joins forces with globally renowned wellness pioneer Deepak Chopra to create a transformative wellness destination community: AMEYALLI Park City by Appellation, set to debut in 2026. Blending culinary excellence with a transformative wellness experience, this strategic alliance is set to redefine standards of luxury retreats, while serving as an inviting sanctuary for the local community.
Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa, a Texas Hill Country destination resort set on 405 scenic acres along the Colorado River, is pleased to announce the appointment of Nick King as Director of Rooms. With over a decade of experience in hotel operations across multiple Hyatt properties, King brings a strong background in guest services, team leadership, and a passion for creating exceptional experiences.
In the high desert of northern New Mexico, where the light has long lured painters and poets, a new kind of refuge quietly emerges. Meet Hotel Willa—the latest addition to Casetta's growing constellation of design-forward boutique stays, and the brand's first foray into the American Southwest. Tucked at the edge of the Downtown Taos Historic District and framed by views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, the 50-room retreat reimagines a 1960s adobe-style motor lodge with a reverence for place and a contemporary sensibility. Earth-toned minimalism meets layered cultural storytelling here: from an Artist in Residency program and gallery activated in partnership with The Paseo Project, to Juliette, the hotel's marquee dining concept helmed by celebrated chef Johnny Ortiz-Concha and Maida Branch of SIEMPRE Design, where each dish is a love letter to the local landscape. Part sanctuary, part salon, Willa is poised to become both a community hub and a destination unto itself—rooted in heritage, designed for now.
Auberge Resorts Collection, the award-winning portfolio of one-of-a-kind luxury hotels, resorts and residences, is pleased to announce the appointment of Allen Highfield as General Manager of Madeline Hotel & Residences, Auberge Resorts Collection, the premier alpine resort in Telluride, Colorado. With a dynamic career spanning more than two decades in hospitality, Highfield brings a wealth of operational expertise, deep experience in mountain resorts, and a leadership style rooted in a commitment to enriching the guest experience.