he Ascend Hotel Collection by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) welcomes the Thousand Hills Golf Resort to its portfolio of resort, historic, and boutique hotels reflecting their surrounding communities. The brand's latest addition is located in Branson, Missouri, one of the country's most vibrant family vacation towns and the "Live Entertainment Capital of the Midwest."
Adventurous Journeys (AJ) Capital Partners announced today that it has acquired The Homestead in Evanston, Illinois. The eight-story, 91-key neighborhood hotel will run independently as The Homestead prior to and during renovations, which will begin in early 2020. Once completed in fall 2020, the hotel will debut as part of the Graduate Hotels® collection.
Parkland Properties of Michigan today announced the rebranding and opening of the 200-room Delta Hotels by Marriott Muskegon Downtown, which recently completed an $8 million renovation of all rooms, meeting and public spaces. The rejuvenated property will deliver an upscale choice to business and leisure travelers to Muskegon and will be connected to the new $19 million Muskegon Convention Center with 21,000 SF of flexible meeting space coming in Spring of 2020. Parkland Properties also owns and manages the adjacent 140-room Shoreline Inn & Conference Center in Muskegon.
Today, The Wilbur Lititz, Tapestry Collection by Hilton joins Tapestry Collection by Hilton's growing collection of stylish, upscale hotels. Drawing inspiration from its origins as a chocolate factory, The Wilbur Lititz will offer guests the unique experience of staying in the former Wilbur Chocolate Factory, originally opened in the early 1930s. The property is conveniently located next to the Wilbur Market, a unique food hall, and additional downtown eateries and bakeries, including the Julius Sturgis Pretzel Bakery and the Wilbur Chocolate Museum.
This month, Tapestry Collection by Hilton will welcome The Bethesdan Hotel to its portfolio of upscale, original hotels as the brand's first property in Maryland. Set in lively downtown Bethesda, Maryland, guests will discover a variety of local shops, restaurants and entertainment just steps from the hotel doors, with convenient access to popular Washington, D.C. attractions.
In what is its first property purchase in U.S., SoftBank-backed Oyo Hotels and Homes, has bought the Hooters Casino Hotel Las Vegas.
Barry Sternlicht, 1 Hotels Founder and CEO & Chairman of Starwood Capital Group, announced plans today for its newest property, 1 Hotel Toronto, inspired by Canada'snatural beauty, the vibrant character of King Street West and the Torontomarketplace. The hotel is being developed in partnership with Mohari Hospitality, a global real estate investment company and owner of the building which is currently operated as the Thompson Toronto. The downtown property will undergo an extensive transformation into a relaxing luxury sustainable 1 retreat.
Interstate Hotels & Resorts - a leading, global third-party hotel management company - has been selected to continue the successful management of the iconic Citizen Hotel, Autograph Collection in Sacramento, California, with a long-term agreement with new hotel owner Cambridge Landmark.
Radisson today announced the signing of Treasure Island - TI Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas to its portfolio of hotels. The resort will officially join the Radisson system later this year as Treasure Island - TI Hotel & Casino , a Radisson Hotel. The award-winning resort, featuring nearly 3,000 rooms, contemporary style and high-energy atmosphere, marks the company's first property on the famous Las Vegas Strip. Guests will be able to book a stay at TI on RadissonHotels.com by late 2019 and Radisson Rewards members will be able to earn and redeem points in 2020.
PM Hotel Group, one of the nation's leading hotel management companies, today announces the opening of the newly renovated and rebranded Philadelphia Marriott Old City in the heart of Philadelphia's most iconic historic neighborhood. The multi-million dollar renovation brings a welcoming, new flagship Marriott Hotels branded property to the area.
Paris-born Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott International, along with Arden Group, is excited to announce the opening of Le Méridien New York, Central Park, a 240-room hotel that offers breathtaking views of Central Park and Manhattan skyline. The former Viceroy hotel was converted to showcase Le Méridien's heritage and mid-century design. With a nostalgic nod to the glamour of the French Riviera in the 1960s, Le Méridien inspires travellers to explore the world in style, savour the good life and enjoy experiences that offer something more than meets the eye.
The Park City Marriott is now the Sheraton Park City, effective today. Leveraging the experience and prestige of Marriott International's most global brand, the hotel will continue to serve as the ideal year-round home base for leisure and business travelers.
Nestled along the Virgin River and bordering Utah's Zion National Park, Cliffrose Springdale allows guests to relax amid the surrounding lush desert foliage and breathtaking canyon views. The hotel offers delicious cuisine at onsite restaurant Anthera where guests will dine indoors or al fresco with incredible views of Zion's cliffs and pure blue skies. The hotel's green desert gardens, heated outdoor pool and its large firepit provide a great fresh air escape while taking in one of Utah's breathtaking deserts.
The former Park Inn by Radisson Resort & Conference Center - Orlando is now the Days Inn by Wyndham Kissimmee - Celebration and will be converted into a full-service Wyndham resort in 2020, following a series of multimillion-dollar renovations and improvements to the property.
The Chateau Avalon, winner of the Kansas City Visitors Choice award for six straight years, is the latest addition to the Ascend Hotel Collection's portfolio of resort, boutique and historic hotels. The award-winning property is celebrated for its personalized service, upscale touches, and unique suites that allow visitors to experience regions of the world without a passport.
A stylish sylvan homestead set within an age-old landscape defined by pine-scented forests, meandering streams and brooding hills, the mission statement of Farmhouse Catskills is as simple as it is powerful: "to bring the glory of the Catskills to a new generation". Opening June, the meticulously renovated 75-room, 3-suite hotel emerges as an achingly chic gateway to both the organic, old-world attractions of its extraordinary natural setting and the inspiring cultural movements sowing seeds in Upstate New York. Embodying the values of a traditional country inn, Farmhouse Catskills has been designed to serve as a hub for socializing and a gathering spot for the community: from the farm-to-table inspired restaurant and sumptuous black-limestone, speakeasy-inspired bar, to the inviting terrace and garden complete with firepits. Throw in a 150-year-old barn turned multi-faceted creative studio and exhibition space, and it quickly becomes apparent that the glory days are well and truly back.
Bay Views and Contemporary Design Await Guests at San Francisco's Infinity Hotel.
Following the success of San Francisco Proper Hotel, the evolution of Proper continues amid the sun-drenched boulevards and sea breezes of L.A.'s cinematic Pacific coastline. Opening June, Santa Monica Proper Hotel emerges as an architectural wonder just seven blocks from the crashing waves of the ocean, spanning two stylistically disparate buildings linked by an artfully crafted bridge. With interior design by Kelly Wearstler, the hotel is a lesson in restrained elegance—think nature-inspired palettes, light hardwood floors, and organic textures augmented by artworks from emerging local artists. The exquisitely pared-down aesthetics provide the stylish backdrop to the neighborhood's only indoor-outdoor rooftop playground, complete with pool, cabanas, restaurant and bar. Add in a restaurant serving innovative Californian- and Mexican-inspired cuisine devised by celebrated chefs Jessica Koslow and Gabriela Camara, and an expansive Ayurvedic spa, and you have the hottest hotel to hit Westside L.A. in decades.
Managed by Bridgeton Hospitality, Watt Hotel Rahway will be the first Tapestry Collection property in New Jersey.
BENCHMARK®, a global hospitality company, has announced that Skamania Lodge, in Stevenson, Washington, has joined its expanding Benchmark Resorts & Hotels portfolio.The 258-guest room Skamania Lodge is set on 175 densely forested acres overlooking the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, just 45 minutes from Portland, Oregon. The resort, owned by Pebblebrook Hotel Trust, is renowned for its Cascadian style architecture, natural woods, state-of-the-art conference center built to IACC standards, authentic Northwestern cuisine, and awe-inspiring, 360-degree Gorge views.Besides its awe-inspiring beauty, the destination is also adventurous, combining both on-property and off property recreation. Guests can explore the area by hiking to the stunning Falls Creek Falls, a staff favorite, or visit a local microbrewery, a cidery and or a distillery to sample local craft beverages. They can focus on relaxation by lounging in an Adirondack chair on the resort's patio, taking in the view highlighted by Wind and Dog Mountain while enjoying a Columbia Valley local wine or one of the many Gorge microbrews. Wind Mountain, a volcanic cinder cone, hosts a fun but challenging trail to hike, while Dog Mountain is the unofficial favorite Gorge trail with its abundance of wildflowers and amazing views. Guests like to end the day at Skamania Lodge around one of the resort's several firepits and enjoy a glass of wine or S'mores while watching the sunset across the Gorge.With 175 forested acres, Skamania has outdoor adventures that showcase the area's natural wonders and encourage fitness. Guests can soar through the Douglas Firs as part of the Canopy Zip Line Tour. Challenging and thrilling, the exciting Aerial Park offers 19 platforms, over 22 elements and a climbing feature. For those guests who like to dial up the danger, axe throwing, the newest adventure, provides that pulse-raising, yet safe thrill. For fitness enthusiasts the recently refurbished Gorge Loop Fitness Trail, a moderate to difficult .9-mile loop with five stations featuring TimberForm fitness clusters and 17 activities, is perfect for the novice and expert alike. The resort includes an onsite immersion in nature with four miles of hiking and nature trails, bikes for guest use, as well as outdoor tennis, basketball and volleyball. Not to be forgotten are the miles of additional hiking trails nearby the resort, including the renowned Pacific Crest Trail, made internationally famous in the recent Reese Witherspoon film, Wild.