Brands

  • A bar counter at the Hotel Seville NoMad.
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    Hyatt converts NYC hotel to Unbound Collection

    James NoMad Hotel is now the Hotel Seville NoMad, and a property refresh is adding more guest experiences and a new lobby bar.

    By • April 2, 2025
  • An exterior shot of Park City Peaks Hotel.
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    Marriott to revamp, convert Utah ski hotel

    The 128-key Park City Peaks Hotel will become Hotel Thaynes, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel after a $21 million renovation as development in the ski destination ramps up.

    By • April 1, 2025
  • Hilton converted Angad Arts Hotel St. Louis under its Tapestry Collection brand.
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    Hilton converts St. Louis hotel under Tapestry Collection

    Angad Arts Hotel St. Louis joins the brand amid Hilton’s push in the rapidly expanding lifestyle segment.

    By • March 31, 2025
  • The interior of an apartment-style hotel room at a StayApt Suites hotel.
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    StayApt Suites continues expansion with 5 Pennsylvania hotels

    The apartment-style accommodations provider is growing nationwide to keep up with evolving traveler demand for more “home-like” stays.

    By • March 28, 2025
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    Accor’s Sofitel launches first TikTok marketing campaign

    With its “Sofitel Encounters” video series, the luxury brand joins other hotel players using the social media platform to connect with younger generations.

    By • March 27, 2025
  • A rendering of the Waldorf Astoria's signature restaurant.
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    Waldorf Astoria to make Texas debut

    The Hilton luxury brand plans to open a hotel and residences in the state's Hill Country region in 2027.

    By • March 27, 2025
  • A guest room at Boston's Omni Parker House hotel.
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    Boston’s Omni Parker House to undergo multimillion-dollar renovation

    The project will revamp the historic hotel’s guest rooms, lobby and meetings and events space to keep up with modern traveler demand.

    By • March 26, 2025
  • An image of the Bellagio Las Vegas, now part of MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy.
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    Courtesy of Marriott International
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    MGM expands Marriott loyalty perks as partnership outperforms expectations

    MGM Rewards’ Pearl and Gold members will now enjoy special Marriott Bonvoy status as the programs strengthen their tie-up.

    By • March 26, 2025
  • A rendering of Cordish Cos.' Live! Casino & Hotel Virginia.
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    Cordish Cos. breaks ground on Live! Casino & Hotel Virginia

    The 450,000-square-foot resort project, a collaboration with Bruce Smith Enterprise, will bring a 200-key upscale hotel, 1,600 slot machines and a concert venue to Petersburg.

    By • March 25, 2025
  • The interior of an apartment-style hotel room at a StayApt Suites hotel.
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    StayApt Suites inks franchise agreement for 5 apartment-style hotels

    Developer Capstone Stay will use a modular construction approach to build the properties, which are slated for “key” Midwestern markets.

    By • March 21, 2025
  • A furnished apartment-style hotel room at Placemakr's pop-up hotel at The Byron in Washington, D.C.
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    Placemakr launches apartment-style pop-up hotel in Washington, D.C.

    Placemakr Buzzard Point, offering furnished units for short-term stays within a luxury apartment complex, opens as travelers increasingly seek flexible accommodations. 

    By • March 20, 2025
  • A rendering of Hilton's Canopy at Deer Valley in Park City, Utah.
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    Hilton joins hotel players betting on ‘premier’ Utah ski destination

    A new-build Canopy by Hilton lifestyle hotel adds to a recently opened Grand Hyatt and a Four Seasons underway at Park City’s Deer Valley Resort.

    By • March 20, 2025
  • A unit at Mint House's apartment-style hotel property, The Dylin.
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    Mint House opens college-town ‘aparthotel’ amid acquisition-fueled expansion

    With The Dylin, its first opening since acquiring Locale last month, the residential hospitality operator capitalizes on long-term accommodations demand in Madison, Wisconsin.

    By • March 20, 2025
  • City Express by Marriott Duluth in Georgia opened.
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    Marriott opens first US City Express amid domestic midscale expansion

    City Express by Marriott Duluth in Georgia is the first of more than a dozen brand hotels slated to open this year.

    By • March 19, 2025
  • An exterior rendering of Choice Hotel International's new prototype for its upper midscale Country Inn & Suites by Radisson brand.
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    Choice Hotels unveils revamped prototypes for upper midscale brands

    The new “value-engineered” Comfort and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson models include spaces created to drive revenue for owners and modern design elements for guests.

    By • March 19, 2025
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    CHIPS Act on the chopping block? What that could mean for extended stay hotels.

    President Donald Trump called on Congress to kill the law, which funds infrastructure projects nationwide. Its repeal could pose a threat to extended stay hotel demand.

    By • March 17, 2025
  • A rendering of a large building in Chicago with the word "Bally's" emblazoned on the side in red, over a river.
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    Bally’s names Mira Mircheva CFO following merger

    Mircheva previously led financial operations at The Queen Casino & Entertainment, which combined with Bally’s last month.

    By • March 13, 2025
  • The exterior of a Country Inn & Suites by Radisson hotel.
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    Country Inn & Suites by Radisson performs ‘well above’ Choice Hotels’ initial goals

    The upper midscale brand experienced RevPAR growth and strong guest satisfaction ratings after adopting a new guest room design.

    By • March 11, 2025
  • AutoCamp opened a boutique property near Sequoia National Park.
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    AutoCamp opens boutique property by Sequoia National Park

    Offering glamping accommodations, the California site is bookable through Hilton channels as part of a partnership to offer hotel guests outdoor-focused stays.

    By • March 10, 2025
  • A sign for the Extended Stay America hotel brand.
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    Extended Stay America CEO talks top growth opportunities

    As the company celebrates 30 years, Greg Juceam shares how extended stay demand is shifting and where his company is plotting expansion.

    By • March 10, 2025
  • The exterior of The Lum Hotel Los Angeles Stadium District
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    The Lum Hotel Los Angeles Stadium District joins Hilton’s Tapestry Collection

    With the NBA All-Star Game and Super Bowl LXI on the horizon, the renovated hotel will be ready to attract sports-seeking travelers.

    By Michele Laufik • March 7, 2025
  • The exterior of the newly opened Trailborn Grand Canyon hotel.
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    Trailborn opens Grand Canyon hotel following Marriott tie-up

    Soon available through Marriott booking channels, the hotel debuts as travelers increasingly demand immersive experiences in top outdoor destinations.

    By • March 6, 2025
  • The Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill is seen on August 21, 2024 in Washington, DC.
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    Hyatt appoints global leaders as it rethinks brand strategy

    The hotel company named a new chief growth officer, EAME group president and head of owner relations amid a brand-focused reorganization.

    By • March 5, 2025
  • The lobby at Grand Salon at Baccarat Hotel New York.
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    Starwood Hotels returns: SH Hotels & Resorts rebrands under storied name

    Founder Barry Sternlicht is reviving Starwood, following its 2016 acquisition by Marriott, in a move that will reposition his SH Hotels & Resorts for growth.

    By • March 5, 2025
  • Reside opened the Papago Hotel by Reside in Scottsdale, Arizona, which will operate under the Trademark Collection by Wyndham.
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    Reside opens Arizona hotel under Trademark Collection by Wyndham

    The 70-unit Papago Hotel by Reside in Scottsdale is the latest development in the alliance between Reside and Wyndham.

    By Michele Laufik • March 4, 2025