Development: Page 8


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    Deep Dive // Hot Markets

    Market Spotlight: Atlanta

    One of the nation’s biggest construction pipelines and a robust meetings and events industry are keeping Atlanta’s hotel market thriving.

    By Dec. 1, 2023
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    Retrieved from Hyatt on August 17, 2023
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    Hyatt breaks ground on inaugural Hyatt Studios hotel

    The Mobile, Alabama, property marks a “milestone” for Hyatt as it expands within the upper midscale extended stay space, a first for the company in the Americas.

    By Dec. 1, 2023
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    Hollywood Casino Columbus breaks ground on hotel

    The development is part of gaming company Penn Entertainment’s ongoing expansions nationwide.

    By Nov. 29, 2023
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    Retrieved from Marriott International on November 27, 2023
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    Marriott’s Aloft to open hotel in sports destination near Orlando

    Upon opening, the Lake Nona property will be the closest hotel to the world’s largest tennis facility.

    By Nov. 27, 2023
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    Hotel investors optimistic about 2024 despite current sluggishness: JLL

    The global lodging industry is expected to attract increased investment over the next year, with 70% of investors predicting interest rates will either remain the same or decrease.  

    By Michele Laufik • Nov. 21, 2023
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    Courtesy of Hard Rock International
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    Hard Rock Hotel to open in Southern California

    The 427-room property will be the first new-build full-service hotel to open in Long Beach, California, in 30 years.

    By Nov. 15, 2023
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    Retrieved from Choice Hotels International on November 15, 2023
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    Choice Hotels continues extended stay push in California

    Choice Hotels is developing nine Everhome Suites properties across Southern California, expanding on leaps it made in the segment in the third quarter.

    By Nov. 15, 2023
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    Hospitality industry trends that drove Q3 performance growth

    While Hilton, Marriott and Hyatt posted record pipeline growth in Q3, Choice focused on its public bid to buy Wyndham. And in Las Vegas, resorts highlighted ongoing labor woes.

    By Nov. 14, 2023
  • The exterior of Trump International Hotel, Waikiki, which will soon be rebranded as Wākea Waikiki Beach by Hilton's LXR brand.
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    Retrieved from Hilton on November 14, 2023
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    Hilton makes luxury push in Hawaii with Trump Hotel takeover

    The Trump International Hotel, Waikiki will be renovated and rebranded under the management of Hilton’s LXR Hotels & Resorts.

    By Nov. 14, 2023
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    Retrieved from Hilton Grand Vacations on November 14, 2023
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    Hilton Grand Vacations bets on Vegas with luxury room openings

    The vacation ownership company opened four floors of penthouses amid heightened traveler demand for luxury accommodations.

    By Nov. 14, 2023
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    Courtesy of Hilton
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    9 stories highlighting the burgeoning luxury and lifestyle hotel segment

    From management companies to developers, hospitality players are cashing in on demand for luxury and lifestyle hotels.

    By Nov. 10, 2023
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    Deep Dive // Hot Markets

    Market Spotlight: Dallas-Fort Worth

    Experts say rising leisure and business travel demand is driving record performance growth and development activity in the metropolitan area.

    By Nov. 9, 2023
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    Retrieved from Dollywood Parks & Resorts on November 06, 2023
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    Dolly Parton’s Dollywood theme park opens second resort

    HeartSong Lodge & Resort features experiential amenities as well as meetings and events space.

    By Nov. 6, 2023
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    Retrieved from Hilton West Palm Beach on November 06, 2023
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    Hilton unveils $25M renovation in West Palm Beach

    The Hilton West Palm Beach revamp is one of several planned for the area, which has a $1 billion development pipeline.

    By Nov. 6, 2023
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    Retrieved from Choice Hotels International on November 03, 2023
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    Choice expands in upscale segment with Cambria openings, groundbreakings

    The new hotels signal further growth for the Cambria brand, which has forayed into several new markets this year, solidifying its standing among upscale competitors.

    By Nov. 3, 2023
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    Courtesy of Mansion Entertainment Group
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    3 Oklahoma resort projects to watch

    Massive hospitality developments are coming to the Sooner State.

    By Julie Strupp • Nov. 3, 2023
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    Retrieved from Tommy Bahama Miramonte Resort & Spa on November 01, 2023
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    Clothing brand Tommy Bahama opens first resort

    Tommy Bahama Miramonte Resort & Spa is one of a growing number of hotels operated by fashion and lifestyle brands.

    By Nov. 1, 2023
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    Courtesy of Kalahari Resorts and Conventions
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    Kalahari Resorts invests $900M to build Virginia water park

    Hensel Phelps broke ground this month on the 1.38 million-square-foot hospitality project in Spotsylvania County.

    By Zachary Phillips • Oct. 31, 2023
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    Courtesy of R.D. Olson
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    US hotel construction pipeline rises 7%

    Upper midscale and extended stay projects dominate as lodging projects hit record highs in cities like Dallas and Atlanta, according to a new report.

    By Sebastian Obando • Oct. 31, 2023
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    Retrieved from Choice Hotels International on October 31, 2023
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    Choice unveils new look for Comfort brand with Rise & Shine prototype

    The first Rise & Shine hotel opened this week in Missouri, kicking off a larger expansion by Choice in the competitive upper midscale segment.

    By Oct. 31, 2023
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    Courtesy of Marriott
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    Westin unveils wellness-focused hotel in DC

    The Marriott property offers guests specialized sleeping amenities, health food options and the largest hotel fitness studio in the city.

    By Oct. 27, 2023
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    Hot Markets

    Market Spotlight: New York City

    The city’s hotel industry is enjoying a post-pandemic recovery driven by high room rates, but construction and financing challenges continue to dog would-be hotel developers.

    By Oct. 26, 2023
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    Courtesy of Hilton
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    Hilton’s hotels pipeline is now the largest in its history

    The company raised guidance after a strong third quarter, and expansions in the midscale, premium economy and lifestyle segments are expected to fuel future growth.

    By Oct. 25, 2023
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    © 2023 Hilton

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    Related Group partners with Hilton on Waldorf Astoria-branded condos

    The 92-unit Florida property is the hotel brand’s first all-residential development.

    By Mary Salmonsen • Oct. 25, 2023
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    Courtesy of The Global Ambassador
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    Phoenix’s Global Ambassador hotel sets December opening date

    The property, backed by celebrity investors including Devin Booker and Dierks Bentley, will open after nearly a decade in the making.

    By Oct. 24, 2023