Press Releases

December 16, 2014

Arizona Best Western Rebrands as Magnuson Hotel Papago Inn

Magnuson Hotels announced today the complete rebranding of the Magnuson Hotel Papago Inn. Formerly the Best Western Papago Inn in Scottsdale, Arizona, the hotel will upgrade its local, regional, and national market to attract travelers via an affiliation with Magnuson Hotels' global portfolio of nearly 2,000 hotels.

December 15, 2014

Vantage Hospitality Bestows Best of the Best & Lexcellence Awards

Vantage Hospitality Group wrapped up its 15th annual International Educational Conference & Trade Show last week by handing out its prestigious Best of the Best awards to Americas Best Value Inn/Canadas Best Value Inn members, and Lexcellence awards to Lexington by Vantage members during the gala dinner and awards banquet at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas.

Vantage

December 9, 2014

California Rodeway Inn Rebrands as M-Star Inn and Suites Blythe

Magnuson Hotels, the world's largest independent hotel group, announced today the complete rebranding of the M-Star Inn and Suites Blythe. Formerly franchised by Choice Hotels as the Rodeway Inn and Suites Blythe, California, the hotel will upgrade its local, regional, and national market to attract travelers via an affiliation with Magnuson Hotels' global portfolio of nearly 2,000 hotels.

Blythe, California, United States

December 4, 2014

Colorado Best Western Rebrands as Magnuson Hotel Nederland

Magnuson Hotels announced today the complete rebranding of the Magnuson Hotel Nederland. Formerly the Best Western Lodge in Nederland, Colorado, the hotel will upgrade its local, regional, and national market to attract travelers via an affiliation with Magnuson Hotels' global portfolio of nearly 2,000 hotels.

Nederland, Colorado, United States

December 2, 2014

Vantage Hospitality Appoints Greg Burgett as Regional VP of Development

Vantage Hospitality Group announced today that industry development veteran Greg Burgett has joined the company as Regional Vice President of Development for the Midwest Region.

Vantage

November 21, 2014

AH&LA Calls For Broader Reforms In Wake Of President’s Immigration Address

Following President Barack Obama's address this evening announcing an Executive Order to expand and extend programs for selected groups of undocumented immigrants, the American Hotel and Lodging Association called on the President, Congress and other stakeholders to work together towards comprehensive immigration reform.

AH&LA

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November 10, 2014

Orlando Independent Hotel Brands as Magnuson Grand Conference Hotel

Magnuson Hotels announced today the complete rebranding of the Magnuson Grand Conference Hotel. Formerly the Park View Hotel in Winter Haven, Florida, the hotel will upgrade its local, regional, and national market to attract travelers via an affiliation with Magnuson Hotels' global portfolio of nearly 2,000 hotels.

Winter Haven, Florida, United States

November 7, 2014

Hyatt Place Launches "Seamless Travel Series" To Help Travelers Navigate Their Time On The Road

To help make the travel experience even more seamless, Hyatt Place is enlisting experts to offer advice based on direct feedback, insights and questions from today's savvy travelers. Throughout the next year, Hyatt Place will crowdsource questions and travel topics on the minds of travelers – and find experts to help address those questions via digital and social media. This dynamic, real-time approach to an expert panel will evolve based on the needs of guests and builds on the brand's new "You'll Know It's Right When You See It" campaign, designed to showcase the brand's modern features and uncomplicated guest experience.

Hyatt

November 6, 2014

AH&LA, 80+ Hotel Organizations Call On House Leadership To Pass TRIA Now

In the wake of the midterm elections, the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA), along with more than 80 other hotel industry groups including hotel brands, management companies, real estate investment trusts (REITs), owners and state hotel associations, called on the House of Representatives to get back to work and pass the Terrorism Risk Insurance Act (TRIA) in a letter sent to House leadership.

AH&LA

October 29, 2014

Jack DeBoer, Founder of Residence Inn, Summerfield Suites, and Candlewood Suites, Launches Fifth National Brand

He is back. At age 83, Jack DeBoer, the man who invented the extended-stay industry and his team of Wichita-based hospitality professionals are introducing a new franchise concept.

WaterWalk

October 29, 2014

Vantage Hospitality Appoints Mike Burgess as Regional VP of Development

Industry development leader Mike Burgess is now heading up the eastern region development for Vantage's Upscale Brands that include the company's midscale to upscale offerings of Lexington® Inn, Lexington Hotel, and the brands that are being relaunched under the Vantage umbrella - Jameson Inn®, Jameson Suites® and 3 Palms Hotels & Resorts®.

Vantage

Fort Myers, Florida, United States

October 28, 2014

Michigan Wyndham Franchise Rebrands as Magnuson Hotel Pictured Rocks Munising

Magnuson Hotels Worldwide announced today the complete rebranding of the Magnuson Hotel Pictured Rocks Munising. Formerly franchised by Wyndham Worldwide as the Super 8 Munising, Michigan, the hotel will upgrade its local, regional, and national market to attract travelers via an affiliation with Magnuson Hotels' global portfolio of nearly 2,000 hotels.

Munising, Michigan, United States

October 27, 2014

Hospitality Management Corp. Appoints Robert Hodona as General manager for the newly opened Microtel Inn & Suites byWwyndham Midland, TX

Leo Spriggs, President and CEO of Hospitality Management Corporation (HMC), proudly announces the selection of Robert Hodona to lead the team at the recently opened Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham in Midland, TX. Hodona will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of this 80-room property conveniently located just 12 miles from the Midland International Airport. HMC is one of the country's largest U.S. third-party privately held hotel management companies, ranked in the top 40 of all third party and owner operated hotel management corporations.

HMC

Midland, Texas, United States

October 17, 2014

HVS 2014 United States Hotel Franchise Fee Guide

This publication provides the most detailed data on the costs of hotel brands in the U.S. This year's new methodology utilizes real data for each brand to provide insight and analysis on the specific components which make up a franchise and its fees.

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October 16, 2014

RLHC Sells and Signs Franchise Agreement on Red Lion Hotel Pocatello

RLHC (NYSE:RLH) announced today the company has sold and franchised its Red Lion Hotel Pocatello in Idaho. The new owner plans to invest in property improvements within the next few months.

Pocatello, Idaho, United States

October 15, 2014

Magnuson Hotels Reports 200th Choice Franchise Conversion

Magnuson Hotels announced today its 200th Choice Hotels franchise conversion, the Magnuson Hotel Washington located in Washington, North Carolina.

Washington, North Carolina, United States

October 9, 2014

Best Western Announces Vib-A New Urban Boutique Hotel Concept Focused on Style, Technology and Engagement

Best Western International is launching two major new hotel development offerings – a stylish new hotel concept and a soft brand – both designed to meet growing demand for new hotel offerings in urban and primary markets. The announcement, made today during the brand's 2014 North American Convention, comes as Best Western continues to see historic growth in the brand's North American and global development pipeline.

BWH Hotels

October 8, 2014

RLHC Signs Detroit Airport Franchise

RLHC (NYSE:RLH) announced today the company signed a franchise agreement on a hotel located near the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, one of the top 20 busiest airports in the country serving more than 32 million passengers a year.

Detroit, Michigan, United States