First Tempo by Hilton hotel debuts in Times Square

The opening marks the third Hilton brand to open in the lifestyle space, one of the company’s most rapidly expanding pipelines.

By Noelle Mateer • Aug. 9, 2023

LuxUrban adds 16 hotels to Wyndham’s Trademark Collection

The deal is expected to advance LuxUrban’s expansion strategy in major U.S. markets, including New York City.

By Jenna Graber • Aug. 4, 2023

Hyatt posts fifth-consecutive record quarter

In Q2 2023, RevPAR was up 15% year on year, bolstered by continued leisure transient demand and strong business travel recovery.

By Noelle Mateer • Aug. 3, 2023

MGM reports stability in Las Vegas in Q2, anticipates H2 growth

Upcoming entertainment and sporting events are expected to drive performance in the second half of 2023 and beyond.

By Jenna Graber • Aug. 3, 2023

Sonesta adds 13 hotels during first half of 2023

The rapidly growing hotel company is adding properties across brands and chain scales.

By Noelle Mateer • Aug. 2, 2023

Caesars anticipates strong performance in Las Vegas from Formula 1, Super Bowl

On the heels of second-quarter growth, the company forecasted in a Q2 earnings call increased occupancy rates and revenues in the coming half and beyond.

By Jenna Graber • Aug. 2, 2023

Hilton’s Curio Collection expands to Savannah

The Drayton Hotel, a 50-key property in the city’s historic district, will join Hilton’s growing collection of upscale independent hotels.

By Noelle Mateer • Aug. 2, 2023

Marriott raises rooms growth and earnings guidance for 2023

Strong global travel trends bolstered the company’s RevPAR and portfolio growth in the second quarter.

By Jenna Graber • Aug. 1, 2023

Canyon Ranch receives $150M from VICI Properties for Texas expansion

The resort brand entered into a strategic partnership with the real estate investment trust to support several new wellness-focused developments in Austin, Fort Worth and Houston.

By Jenna Graber • July 28, 2023

Wyndham reports declined US RevPAR, development growth in Q2

Changing traveler behavior resulted in a 1% decline in the company’s U.S. RevPAR, but its development pipeline saw the 12th consecutive quarter of growth.

By Jenna Graber • July 27, 2023

Waldorf Astoria, Cambria among top-ranked hotel brands for guest satisfaction: J.D. Power

Brands by Hilton, Choice and Hyatt made a lasting impact on hotel guests this year, according to a survey of more than 33,000 respondents.

By Jenna Graber • July 27, 2023

Hilton reports strong second quarter, raises outlook for year

The company’s RevPAR exceeded expectations, thanks to continued strength in leisure and business transient demand.

By Noelle Mateer • July 26, 2023

Wyndham adds 60 hotels to Echo Suites pipeline

The company is ramping up extended stay development amid competition from brands by Marriott, Hilton and Choice.

By Jenna Graber • July 26, 2023

Paceline Equity Partners acquires extended stay Hilton hotel in NYC

The private equity manager’s acquisition of the Home2 Suites by Hilton property — one of only three the brand operates in New York — represents its first investment in the market.

By Jenna Graber • July 25, 2023

Red Roof launches platform to diversify hotel ownership

Ride with Red Roof will provide underrepresented groups with access to capital, training and networking opportunities.

By Jenna Graber • July 25, 2023

Hyatt taps Sabre as new central reservation system provider

Hyatt selected the travel technology company to implement a new system after owners and franchisors called for a simpler technology stack.

By Jenna Graber • July 21, 2023

Boutique Nashville hotel joins Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The hotel is RLJ Lodging Trust’s third conversion project this year, as the company looks to invest in its owned assets in urban leisure markets.

By Jenna Graber • July 21, 2023

Tripadvisor partners with OpenAI on travel itinerary generator

The AI-powered planning tool will create personalized day-by-day trip itineraries using traveler reviews.

By Jenna Graber • July 20, 2023

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group to manage hospitality development in Miami

The company will operate a luxury two-tower hotel and residence development planned for the southernmost point of Brickell Key island.

By Jenna Graber • July 20, 2023

Sonesta chief brand officer on building name recognition in a crowded market

The hotel company’s marketing team has had to think creatively about how to build awareness for the “80-year-old startup.”

By Noelle Mateer • July 19, 2023

Noble Investment Group acquires extended stay portfolio in Southeast

The firm acquired 10 WoodSpring Suites hotels, joining other investors and developers claiming stake in the extended stay space.

By Jenna Graber • July 19, 2023

Marriott bets on Vegas with MGM loyalty program partnership

The newly created MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy will allow Marriott loyalty members to earn and spend points on stays at MGM properties, extending Marriott’s reach in Las Vegas.

By Jenna Graber • July 17, 2023

HEI Hotels & Resorts assumes management of 3 Even hotels

The Connecticut-based management company will operate three of IHG’s wellness-oriented properties in New York, Maryland and Connecticut.

By Noelle Mateer • July 17, 2023

Wyndham CIO on how mobile tipping can boost guest, employee satisfaction

In addition to expanding its partnership with Béné, which provides personalized QR codes for tipping housekeepers, the hotel company is exploring an enterprise solution with Canary Technologies.

By Jenna Graber • July 17, 2023

Equinox Hospitality acquires Four Points by Sheraton San Rafael for $38M

As it expands its portfolio, Equinox sees growth possibilities in the California and Texas hotel markets.

By Noelle Mateer • July 14, 2023