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June 2, 2023

Crestline to Manage Two Iconic Hotels: The Delphi in Downtown Los Angeles and Waldorf Towers in South Beach, Miami

Crestline Hotels & Resorts, LLC (“Crestline”) expands its management portfolio of luxury boutique hotels with the addition of The Delphi in downtown Los Angeles, California (formerly The Standard Hotel) and the Waldorf Towers in Miami Beach, Florida. Both hotels have been completely reimagined to respect their history and glamor while creating contemporary, stylish, eclectic, and innovative ways to welcome guests.

Crestline Hotels & Resorts

Opinion Article

June 1, 2023

Remington Hospitality President Chris Green Comments on Rebrand

Remington Hotels, a prominent hotel management company, has unveiled a new brand identity as Remington Hospitality, reflecting its broader range of offerings and future strategic directions which include traditional hotel accommodations, independent hotels and resorts, upscale dining, wellness and spa services, as well as glamping and unconventional projects. Having launched its Brand Performance team in 2021 and with over five decades in the hospitality sector, Remington is now exploring international expansion and further ventures into the wellness resort market. The rebrand aligns with their core values of hospitality, integrity, and excellence. The new brand strategy also promises to provide more stability for its employees and will attract a wider range of ownership groups. Looking forward, the company aims to become a powerhouse in the areas of food, beverages, wellness, luxury independent accommodations, and non-traditional lodging.

By Chris Green, President, Remington

May 31, 2023

AAHOA: New Jersey Legislature Takes a Stand for Fairness in Franchising

New Jersey lawmakers today voted in favor of legislation to help restore balance to the relationship between hotel Franchisors and Franchisees, advancing a bill backed by the Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA) that would ensure greater fairness in the system and strengthen protections for franchise businesses.

May 30, 2023

HEI Assumes Management of Dual-Branded Crowne Plaza and Staybridge Suites

HEI Hotels & Resorts, one of the nation's leading operators of institutionally owned full-service hotels with a portfolio of more than 100 properties across the United States, announced that it has assumed management of the 360-room Crowne Plaza Hotel and the 102-unit Staybridge Suites Hotel, a dual-branded hotel complex in Midtown Atlanta, Georgia.

Midtown Atlanta, Georgia, United States

May 26, 2023

Quadrum Global Selects Arlo Hotels to Operate The Williamsburg Hotel in New York City

On the heels of Quadrum Global’s purchase of The Williamsburg Hotel, the real estate development firm has announced that the boutique property will operate under the independent, experience-driven Arlo Hotels portfolio starting in September 2023. Arlo Williamsburg will be Arlo Hotels’ fourth property in New York City, joining Manhattan locations Arlo SoHo, Arlo NoMad and Arlo Midtown.

New York City, New York, United States

May 26, 2023

AHLA Fights NJ Assembly Plan to Destroy Hotel Franchise Model

The current hotel franchise model gives small-business owners the opportunity to grow their businesses quickly by leveraging the hotel brand names guests know and trust.

May 22, 2023

Coast Hotels Announces New Franchised Property in Hinton, Alberta

Coast Hotels Limited, a fully owned subsidiary of APA Hotel Canada, Inc. and one of North America’s fastest-growing and one of Canada’s largest hotel brands, is pleased to announce the opening of its latest franchised property in Hinton, Alberta. Coast Hinton Hotel officially opened its doors to guests on May 03rd and is offering a comfortable and convenient stay for travelers visiting the scenic Rocky Mountain foothills.

Coast Hotels and APA Hotels & Resorts

Hinton, Alberta, Canada

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May 18, 2023

First Hospitality to Operate Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee West

David Duncan, president and CEO of First Hospitality, announces that the national hotel operating and development company has added the Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee West to its growing national management portfolio.

First Hospitality

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

Opinion Article

May 16, 2023

ADA Update: Accessibility Legislation and the Importance of Website Compliance

The Americans with Disability Act (ADA) is an important piece of legislation guaranteeing equal access to public facilities to the nearly 60 million people with disabilities in the US today. Stuart Tubis, a partner in JMBM’s ADA Compliance and Defense practice, recently presented on why accessibility legislation is something all business owners should be aware of, and how many lawsuits have shifted focus to online spaces instead of brick-and-mortar locations.

By Stuart Tubis, Lawyer, JMM

May 16, 2023

Springboard Hospitality Welcomes Hotel St. Michael Prescott to its Expanding Portfolio

Springboard Hospitality, an award-winning hospitality management company, today announced the addition of Hotel St. Michael in Prescott, Arizona to its portfolio of 47 independent and branded properties in 13 states across the U.S. Situated in the heart of historic downtown on the corner of Prescott’s famous Whiskey Row, just steps away from Fort Whipple Museum, charming boutique shops, and the iconic Courthouse Plaza, the 70-room Hotel St. Michael perfectly blends colorful history with modern furnishings within its 122-year-old walls.

Springboard Hospitality

Prescott, Arizona, United States

May 12, 2023

‘Travel Works for America’ National Advocacy Tour Launches with First Stop on Capitol Hill

Travel Works for America—a national advocacy tour designed to highlight the $2.6 trillion economic impact and far-reaching contributions created by travel—relaunched this week in the Washington, DC, region.

U.S. Travel Association

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May 11, 2023

HFTP to Host AAHOA President/CEO for a Virtual Legislative Update

Later this month, Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®) is featuring Laura Lee Blake, president and CEO of the Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA), for an HFTP Virtual Education webinar: “U.S. Legislative Updates from AAHOA.” The webinar is scheduled for May 23 at 1:00 p.m. CDT and is complimentary to all industry stakeholders. This exchange is part of a deepening partnership between the associations with a shared pursuit to advance the hospitality environment to the benefit of their members and the overall industry.

May 5, 2023

HEI Assumes Management of Renaissance Dallas North Hotel

HEI Hotels & Resorts, one of the nation's leading operators of institutionally owned full-service hotels with a portfolio of more than 100 properties across the United States, recently announced that it has assumed management of the 337-room Renaissance Dallas North Hotel in Dallas, Texas. Owned by L+R Hotels, the Renaissance is located along Interstate 635 just minutes from downtown Dallas, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, the thriving Las Colinas Business District and the Irving Convention Center.

HEI Hotels and L+R Hotels

Dallas, Texas, United States

May 5, 2023

Life House Continues to Grow in California With the Addition of Two Historic Independent Hotels

Life House has been selected to manage two more hotels in California - Hotel Royal in Long Beach and Hotel La Rose in Sonoma County. Life House now operates seven hotels throughout California. Both owners faced similar challenges prior to switching to Life House, including fatigue keeping up with the day-to-day operations and a heavy reliance on expensive OTAs, all while desiring to preserve their connection to the property.

California, United States

May 2, 2023

U.S. Travel Welcomes End of Covid Vaccine Requirement for Inbound Travel

U.S. Travel Association President and CEO Geoff Freeman issued the following statement on the repeal of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Covid vaccine requirement for inbound travel to the U.S.

U.S. Travel Association

May 2, 2023

New Law Helps Tennessee Hoteliers and Employees

On April 28, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signed a bill into law - the Protecting Tennessee Businesses and Workers Act.

Tennessee, United States

May 2, 2023

For an Incredible 15th Year in a Row, Marriott’s Loyalty Program Wins the Freddie Award for Hotel Program of the Year, Americas

In another impressive year for Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International’s award-winning travel program took home four Freddie Awards last night. The Freddie’s, which was held at the Smithsonian Institution’s Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center near Dulles Airport in Virginia, are the most prestigious member-generated award in the travel loyalty industry. Over the past 26 years, Marriott Bonvoy and the company’s legacy loyalty programs have won an astounding 232 Freddie Awards combined based on votes cast by global travelers. As noted by the event’s master of ceremonies, Marriott has won more Freddie Awards than any other travel company.

April 28, 2023

New Waterloo Announces Expansion Into Baltimore, MD

New Waterloo, a dynamic, growing, independent hotel management company is announcing further expansion into new markets. The Austin-based hotel group will be taking over management for Hotel Revival in Baltimore, MD starting in May of this year. New Waterloo currently owns and operates South Congress Hotel, Otoko, Maie Day, La Condesa, Sway, Café No Sé, Mañana, Il Brutto, and Butler Pitch & Putt. The group also manages El Rey Court in Santa Fe, NM, and Waymore’s Guest House in Nashville, TN. Along with their expansion into Baltimore, New Waterloo is slated to open Albert Hotel in Fredericksburg, TX, and two restaurant concepts in Aspen, CO, all in 2023. The strategic expansion will allow New Waterloo to leverage its growing platform around its mission of intentionally empowering and getting behind the choices of people and communities - building hospitality business models that sustain lasting social impact.

Baltimore, Maryland, United States

April 25, 2023

Pathfinder Hospitality assumes management of the Hyatt Place in Dallas TX

Pathfinder Hospitality, a leading third-party management company, announced today that it has assumed management of the Hyatt Place Dallas/North Arlington/Grand Prairie, effective immediately. This takeover marks the company’s 16th hotel in its rapidly growing portfolio.

Pathfinder Hospitality

Dallas, Texas, United States

April 13, 2023

Newport Hospitality Group Selected to Manage Holiday Inn & Suites Beaufort @ Highway 21

Newport Hospitality Group (NHG) is a prominent hotel management company with a diverse portfolio, providing hotel owners and investors with comprehensive management services has recently been selected to manage the Holiday Inn & Suites Beaufort @ Highway 21, signifying a continued partnership with HMV Management. This announcement comes as the hotel joins the SpringHill Suites Beaufort, another HMV property in the area, which Newport also manages.

Newport Hospitality Group

Beaufort, South Carolina, United States