Wynn Resorts outlines net-zero goals, employee impact in 2022 ESG report

Employees donated a record $800,000 to give back to local communities as the hospitality industry calls for more transparency around responsible actions.

By Noelle Mateer • July 12, 2023

Sonder targets Florida hotels as it ramps up growth plans

The short-term rental company is working to improve its free cash flow while expanding its footprint in markets popular with business and leisure travelers.

By Noelle Mateer • July 11, 2023

Ritz-Carlton Naples reopens after extensive redesign, expansion

The Florida hotel features a new tower, redesigned guest rooms and amenities, and opens as the luxury lifestyle category sees strong performance growth.

By Jenna Graber • July 11, 2023

Choice opens Cambria hotel in Colorado leisure market

Cambria Hotel Copper Mountain joins the upscale brand’s portfolio as leisure travelers seek more experience-based trips.

By Jenna Graber • July 6, 2023

Choice Hotels’ integration of Radisson Americas ahead of schedule

Choice, which acquired Radisson Americas in August, credits integration expertise and tech investments for the faster timeline.

By Noelle Mateer • July 5, 2023

Booking.com launches ChatGPT trip planning feature

The company's app integrates the generative AI tool directly into its accommodation booking experience.

By Jenna Graber • June 27, 2023

Marriott sued by LA guests over ‘junk fees’

The plaintiffs in the lawsuit claim a mandatory “worker protection” fee violates California laws.

By Jenna Graber • June 22, 2023

Mission Hill Hospitality expands portfolio with 2 acquisitions in college towns

The select service and extended stay hotels are near the University of Alabama and Virginia Tech.

By Michele Laufik • June 22, 2023

Hersha Hospitality Management creates luxury lifestyle division

With the debut of the Echelon Luxury & Lifestyle division, HHM joins a list of industry players expanding in the strong-performing category.

By Jenna Graber • June 22, 2023

Marriott expands refugee hiring goal as hotels build back labor force

The company plans to hire more than 3,000 refugees throughout Europe and the U.S., which is still recovering from pandemic-related labor challenges.

By Jenna Graber • June 21, 2023

Crestline appoints Alexander Belden to VP role

The industry veteran will work alongside Samuel Woodworth, who recently joined the company as a vice president of business development.

By Jenna Graber • June 21, 2023

Black Swan Holdings to revive short-term rental operator

Lyric, the business traveler-focused startup previously backed by Airbnb, had shuttered as a result of the pandemic.

By Jenna Graber • June 16, 2023

Luxury boutique hotel group acquires 3 properties in downtown Palm Springs

With the buy, Kirkwood Collection expands its California-only portfolio to 10 properties.

By Jenna Graber • June 14, 2023

IHG begins $158M development on San Antonio’s River Walk

The forthcoming InterContinental San Antonio, on the site of a former Wyndham property, will feature new meeting and event space to accommodate strong business travel to the city.

By Jenna Graber • June 13, 2023

Lark Hotels adds 4 North Carolina hotels as portfolio expands in Southeast

Lark will manage and operate the independently owned boutique hotels, which are located on the state’s southern coast.

By Noelle Mateer • June 12, 2023

Park Hotels & Resorts ceases loan payments on downtown San Francisco properties

The decision to halt payments on two properties, including Hilton San Francisco Union Square, is another blow to what was once one of the strongest hospitality markets in the U.S.

By Michele Laufik • June 9, 2023

JW Marriott resort in San Antonio to sell for $800M

Ryman Hospitality Properties will acquire the 640-acre property, a destination for large group meetings, from Blackstone Real Estate Income Trust as group business travel trends upward.

By Jenna Graber • June 9, 2023

Grubhub to offer food delivery at roughly 500 Homewood Suites by Hilton

The partnership gives Grubhub access to a new, captive consumer base, and enables Homewood Suites locations without dining to offer food from local restaurants.

By Julie Littman • June 9, 2023

Asia-based Raffles Hotels to open first North America location this summer

The Singaporean hotel brand has made booking available for late-summer stays at Raffles Boston.

By Noelle Mateer • June 8, 2023

Priceline, Google Cloud partner on AI tech aimed at simplifying trip planning, booking

The online travel agency joins other industry players like Expedia and Kayak by launching an AI-powered chatbot that will serve as a virtual travel assistant.

By Jenna Graber • June 8, 2023

LuxUrban adds 2 Times Square hotels to growing NYC portfolio

The additions build on the company’s expansion plans in its largest market.

By Noelle Mateer • June 8, 2023

Sonesta launches hotel brands in upper-upscale and upscale segments

The company hopes the focus on upper-upscale properties will spur growth even in other segments.

By Noelle Mateer • June 7, 2023

Court denies Marriott class-action settlement on suspicion of collusion

The federal court characterized the parties’ handling of class claims as “questionable.”

By Ginger Christ • June 6, 2023

Marriott’s midscale extended stay brand designed with developers, owners in mind

The new Project MidX Studios prototype will provide a more cost-effective development and operating model than other Marriott brands.

By Jenna Graber • June 6, 2023

Rimrock partners with My Place, Choice to develop extended stay hotels in the Southeast

The firm joins a growing number of developers that find extended stay hotels desirable due to increased profit margins and stable occupancy.

By Jenna Graber • June 6, 2023