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    Marriott, Sonder implosion detailed in court filing

    Marriott claims Sonder used “guest safety as a bargaining chip” to gain funding for its wind-down. The bankrupt company also owes Marriott millions, per legal documentation.

    By • Nov. 19, 2025
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    Wyndham adds global investment leader to board of directors

    With the appointment of Alexandra Jung, the hotel company expands its governing body to nine members.

    By • Nov. 18, 2025
  • The exterior of the Found Santa Monica hotel, part of the Series by Marriott collection brand.
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    Marriott opens first US hotels under new Series collection brand

    Developer Hawkins Way Capital converted two boutique Found Hotels in Florida and California under the flag and has others in the pipeline across key urban and coastal markets.

    By • Nov. 18, 2025
  • The interior of a redesigned suite at MGM Grand in Las Vegas.
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    Las Vegas MGM Grand completes $300M remodel

    In addition to an overhaul of the main tower’s 3,969 rooms and suites, the project added 111 suites to the hotel’s collection.

    By Lara Ewen • Nov. 17, 2025
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    Retrieved from Virgin Hotels Collection on November 17, 2025
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    Virgin Hotels Collection CEO James Bermingham exits

    Joe Margison, chief commercial officer for brand parent company Virgin Group, has been appointed interim CEO for the next 12 months.

    By • Nov. 17, 2025
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    RevPAR dips, a lack of trips, Sonder’s slip and more from Q3 earnings

    Despite widespread U.S. RevPAR declines amid travel turbulence, hotel CEOs are optimistic about the luxury segment, conversions and artificial intelligence.

    By • Nov. 17, 2025
  • Sonder offers apartment-style accommodations.
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    What’s next for Marriott after Sonder collapse?

    Marriott is still excited about brand growth in the apartment-style space after terminating its long-term licensing agreement with beleaguered Sonder.

    By • Nov. 13, 2025
  • In Philadelphia, union hotel workers at the Wyndham Historic District hotel walked off the job on Nov. 8, 2025.
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    Hilton, Wyndham union workers on strike in Los Angeles, Philadelphia

    The employees, who walked off the job Saturday, are calling for increased wages, improved benefits and better working conditions.

    By Lara Ewen • Nov. 13, 2025
  • A Postcard Cabins tiny cabin sits on a lake.
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    Hotel Equities bolsters leadership team with slew of executive appointments

    The strategic changes across the company’s full-service, focused-service and lifestyle divisions are designed to drive platform growth and innovation.

    By Lara Ewen • Nov. 12, 2025
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    Outset Collection by Hilton begins accepting bookings

    The upscale collection brand plans to open its first property, Slackline Moab, this month, with a Chicago property scheduled for December and as many as 60 more in development.

    By Lara Ewen • Nov. 10, 2025
  • Marriott added Sonder's portfolio of more than 9,000 rooms to its system in 2024.
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    Marriott terminates licensing agreement with Sonder

    The deal “is no longer in effect due to Sonder’s default,” according to a Marriott news release.

    By • Nov. 10, 2025
  • The exterior of a Marriott hotel is seen on February 11, 2025 in Miami, Florida.
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    Former Marriott employee alleges retaliation for taking FMLA leave for gender-affirming surgery

    Whether and how FMLA coverage applies to gender-affirming care has been a subject of increasing discussion as such treatments have become more common.

    By Emilie Shumway • Nov. 7, 2025
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    Wynn’s third quarter buoyed by premium pricing

    Wynn Las Vegas set a monthly EBITDA record in August, as performance trends began to “improve more broadly” in the market, per CEO Craig Billings.

    By Lara Ewen • Nov. 7, 2025
  • The Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill is seen on August 21, 2024 in Washington, DC.
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    Hyatt ‘confident’ as luxury drives Q3 RevPAR growth

    CEO Mark Hoplamazian said he is encouraged by demand from high-end consumers, as well as pipeline, loyalty and technology developments.

    By • Nov. 6, 2025
  • Romer House Waikiki, the first adults-only hotel on Hawaii’s Oahu Island, is officially open.
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    Highgate, Kessler Collection partner to form luxury lifestyle division

    Highgate will manage several Kessler properties under the newly created platform as the companies work to “unlock enduring value” in the rapidly growing segment.

    By • Nov. 6, 2025
  • Choice Hotels International headquarters at the Pike & Rose development in North Bethesda, Maryland.
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    Choice Hotels looks to international markets as US remains challenged

    The company’s international business is now its highest growth opportunity, per CEO Patrick Pacious, as U.S. RevPAR dropped 3.2% year over year in the third quarter.

    By • Nov. 5, 2025
  • The exterior of White Barn Inn.
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    Auberge Collection taps former Gucci exec as chief commercial officer

    Jessica Martino Enan is tasked with driving global growth and innovation for the luxury hospitality company following its recent rebrand.

    By • Nov. 5, 2025
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    Conversions drove Marriott’s Q3 portfolio growth as US RevPAR dipped

    Despite weaker demand in lower chain scales, Marriott held its full-year 2025 RevPAR growth outlook steady in the third quarter, and a record pipeline was a bright spot.

    By • Nov. 4, 2025
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    Marriott will lay off portion of customer engagement center workforce

    The company confirmed that organizational changes are being implemented “to better reflect how our guests interact with us across channels.”

    By • Oct. 31, 2025
  • Exterior of MGM Grand Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas
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    MGM Resorts revenue dragged down by continuing losses in Las Vegas

    Growth in China and from its digital division helped stem Q3 losses as the company looks to fourth-quarter stabilization following the divestment of its Northfield Park operations.

    By Lara Ewen • Oct. 30, 2025
  • The rooftop at Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills, which is landscaped using recycled water from Epic Cleantec's technology.
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    Hotel Tech-in: The system recycling water at Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills

    Epic Cleantec collects and treats the hotel’s wastewater, which is then reused to irrigate landscaping and vegetation at the rooftop bar.

    By • Oct. 30, 2025
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    Caesars posts steep Q3 declines in Las Vegas amid tourism slump

    The resort operator saw net revenues and adjusted EBITDA drop 9.8% and 18.8% year over year, respectively, in the third quarter, but CEO Tom Reeg said a “healthier-looking market” is ahead in 2026.

    By • Oct. 29, 2025
  • The inside of a guest room at W Hoboken in New Jersey overlooking New York City.
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    Marriott debuts renovated W Hoboken in next step of brand evolution

    The New Jersey hotel offers revamped guest rooms and public spaces as Marriott takes “a bold step forward” in the luxury and lifestyle segment, per W Hotels Global Brand Leader George Fleck.

    By • Oct. 29, 2025
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    "Days Inn" by Sergey Galyonkin is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0
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    Wyndham puts 250 AI agents into production

    The hotel company’s agentic suite is providing support for guests, such as modifying bookings and offering travel recommendations.

    By Lindsey Wilkinson • Oct. 27, 2025
  • The exterior of Delano SoHo New York with the New York City skyline in the background.
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    Accor confirms potential Ennismore IPO: earnings report

    The France-based company also posted strong RevPAR gains in the Americas in the third quarter, which buoyed its otherwise sluggish Premium, Midscale and Economy division.

    By Lara Ewen • Oct. 27, 2025