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    Hilton cuts ties with a Minnesota Hampton Inn after DHS debacle

    The independently owned franchise hotel in Lakeville allegedly refused to accommodate ICE officers, leading DHS to accuse Hilton of a “coordinated campaign” against the agency.

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    Gencom reacquires majority stake in Miami’s Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove

    The deal aligns with the investment firm’s strategy to purchase “high-quality assets in markets with strong fundamentals,” per Founder Karim Alibhai.

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    Opinion

    How humanoid, AI-powered agents are reshaping hotel operations

    The technology can be a strategic way for hoteliers to enhance guest satisfaction and remain competitive in a rapidly evolving hospitality landscape, writes the founder of a robotics company. 

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    Top hospitality industry executive appointments of Q4 2025

    Hyatt, Sonesta and others named new C-suite leaders in the last months of the year to drive operational changes, portfolio growth and brand strategy.

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    Hyatt completes $2B sale of Playa Hotels & Resorts real estate

    After acquiring the all-inclusive portfolio last year, Hyatt has offloaded the properties to Tortuga Resorts and an unnamed third-party buyer as it furthers its asset-light strategy.

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    Apple Hospitality buys Nashville Motto by Hilton for $98M

    The 260-key Motto by Hilton Nashville Downtown is within walking distance of multiple popular attractions in the area.

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    US hotel occupancy fell for 9th consecutive month in November: CoStar

    The metric stood at 57.9%, down 2.8% year over year. Hotel RevPAR also declined during the month, continuing a tumultuous year for hotel performance.

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    Retrieved from Napa Valley Marriott Hotel & Spa on December 22, 2025
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    Hotel Tech-in: The platform personally pairing wine for guests in Napa Valley

    At Napa Valley Marriott Hotel & Spa, Preferabli’s technology will give guests taste-based wine recommendations on-property and create custom itineraries with regional experiences.

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    Omni Hotels & Resorts opens Fort Lauderdale flagship hotel

    The 801-key waterfront property brings the brand back to South Florida for the first time in more than 20 years.

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    Hotel bookings, ADR up across 2026 FIFA World Cup host cities

    Some North American host cities and areas surrounding high-profile venues have seen booking volumes double from the previous year in advance of next year’s games.

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    10 impactful hospitality executive interviews from 2025

    C-suite execs from Hyatt, Marriott and Choice Hotels gave insights into technology and development trends, while brand leaders and owners shed light on operations and performance.

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    Hotel loyalty programs are a key cost-saving tool for travelers

    Loyalty perks such as free stays and upgrades are increasingly important in making travel feasible, per a new Marriott Bonvoy survey.

  • A rendering of Bally’s Corporation's 3 million-square-foot integrated resort in Ferry Point, the Bronx.
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    Retrieved from Bally's Corporation on December 18, 2025
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    3 hotel casinos approved for New York City

    The winning bids went to the Hard Rock, Genting Group’s Resorts World and Bally’s and will see resorts and complexes come to Queens and the Bronx.

  • An aerial view of BeachPlace Towers in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, part of Marriott Vacation Club.
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    Retrieved from Marriott Vacation Club on December 19, 2025
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    Marriott Vacations companies settle EEOC claim they revoked employee’s Sabbath accommodation

    The former worker, a Seventh-Day Adventist, had received Saturdays off until a change in management ended the religious accommodation, according to the agency.

  • The exterior of Lotte New York Palace, on Madison Avenue in New York City.
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    Retrieved from Lotte New York Palace on December 16, 2025
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    Lotte buys land under New York Palace hotel for $490M

    The company bought the premises in an all-cash sale from the Archdiocese of New York after a previous extension of its long-term ground lease.

  • Marriott added Sonder's portfolio of more than 9,000 rooms to its system in 2024.
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    Sonder properties up for leasehold interest after company’s bankruptcy

    The assets span major U.S. urban markets, including New York, Los Angeles and Chicago, across 17 states, according to investment and advisory firm Gordon Brothers.

    Updated Dec. 19, 2025
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    Hyatt names Jason Ballard global brand leader for Essentials portfolio

    The company veteran is tasked with overseeing strategy, performance and brand evolution for the division as it enters its next phase of growth.

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    Hospitality M&A up sequentially in Q3 as investor optimism returns: PwC

    Dealmaker priorities are shifting toward properties or capabilities that merge artificial intelligence, loyalty and experiential design, per a new report.

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    122.4M Americans slated to travel over the holidays despite tighter budgets

    According to a AAA report, more people will travel this year between Dec. 20 and Jan. 1, though hospitality experts have cited rising costs as a concern for consumers.

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    Opinion

    Beyond efficiency: Why automation is the creative heart of hotel design

    Integrating responsive environments and tailored, high-tech design into hotel spaces can help elevate the guest experience.

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    Investor trio acquires InterContinental New York Times Square hotel

    Gencom, Argent Ventures and Highgate purchased the luxury property from Tishman and MetLife for a reported $230 million, as the market maintains “long-term strength and global appeal.”

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    Mandarin Oriental shareholders approve go-private offer

    Jardine Matheson’s bid to acquire the remaining shares of the luxury hotel company, valued at $4.2 billion, moved closer to completion following a majority vote.

  • A view of the dining room at Four Seasons San Francisco overlooking downtown San Francisco
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    Retrieved from Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco on December 04, 2025
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    With Fed rate cut, hospitality execs forecast 2026 hotel investment trends

    The latest reduction could boost U.S. investment activity next year, with luxury hotels and urban markets poised for strong growth, per leaders from JLL, AHLA and others.

  • Marriott added Sonder's portfolio of more than 9,000 rooms to its system in 2024.
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    The top hospitality industry CEO moves of 2025

    Yotel, Vail Resorts and Remington all named new chief executives during the year, while the heads of Virgin Hotels Collection and Six Senses bade farewell.

    Updated Dec. 16, 2025
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    Who is willing to pay for premium experiences?

    Consumers are more willing to splurge on superior experiences when they feel optional or deliver enjoyment, KPMG found.