What shapes an unforgettable guest experience? For some hoteliers, luxury and personalization top the list. Others point to seamless service or cutting&edge amenities as the magic ingredients. But beneath every unique offering lies one non&negotiable factor: safety. No matter how plush the linens or advanced the technology, guests expect — or rather, demand — their well&being as the … [Read more...]
StepStone Hospitality Adds Two Hotels to Its Portfolio
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island—StepStone Hospitality announced that it has assumed management of two new properties: Le Méridien Indianapolis and the Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Clayton/St. Louis Galleria Area. Le Méridien Indianapolis, centrally located in downtown Indianapolis, provides proximity to Lucas Oil Stadium, Gainbridge Fieldhouse, and the Indiana Convention Center. The hotel is … [Read more...]
Cyberattack cancelled your flight? Here’s what compensation you could be entitled to
Airports across Europe are still grappling with the aftermath of a cyberattack that grounded hundreds of flights over the weekend. On Friday, many of the largest airports in Europe, including London Heathrow and Brussels, faced major disruption after the alleged ransomware attack targeted Collins Aerospace, the company behind automatic check-in and boarding software. The attack snarled up … [Read more...]
HB Exclusive: Are Fed rate cuts really going to lower hotel borrowing costs?
By Ryan Bosch Hotel investors celebrating the Fed’s recent rate cut may be celebrating too early. The Sept.17 reduction from 4.25% to 4%—with two more cuts potentially coming—will provide immediate relief for floating-rate construction and bridge loans. However, permanent financing, which accounts for the bulk of hotel transactions, remains tied to stubbornly high Treasury yields: the 5-year … [Read more...]
Hotels versus Short-Term Rentals: What Do Urban Travellers to Latin America Actually Demand?
Hotels remain the most popular accommodation choice for travellers visiting Latin America’s main capitals, but short-term rentals are gaining ground, attracting two very different traveller segments: high-spending international visitors, as well as domestic or regional travellers with more moderate purchasing power. This is the central finding of Mabrian’s latest report, “El Alojamiento Urbano en … [Read more...]
Assurance Hospitality acquires three Marriott hotels in Longmont, CO
Hunter Hotel Advisors facilitated the sale and financing of three Marriott hotels in Longmont, CO: the 78-key Courtyard Boulder Longmont, the 90-key SpringHill Suites Boulder Longmont and the 84-key Residence Inn Boulder Longmont, along with The Meeting Place, an 1,860-sq.-ft. meeting and event space. An institutional seller sold the portfolio to Assurance Hospitality and its affiliates. Hunter’s … [Read more...]
Blossom Hotel Houston to join Curio Collection
Blossom Hotel Houston is set to join the Curio Collection by Hilton, effective Sept. 30. Upon joining the Hilton soft brand, the property will be managed by Crescent Hotels & Resorts. The Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton, features contemporary interiors with floor-to-ceiling windows, a rooftop pool with panoramic skyline views and the city’s only hotel med-spa, the Total You … [Read more...]
Coury converts La Quinta to Hilton Garden Inn at LAX
Coury Hospitality has opened its newest property, the Hilton Garden Inn LAX Los Angeles Airport. The hotel has been recently renovated after its conversion from a La Quinta by Wyndham hotel. The 280-room property, which is managed by the company, is owned by NewcrestImage. The renovated hotel features guestrooms with refreshed interiors including new furnishings, HDTVs with streaming, stainless … [Read more...]
Dreamscape Hospitality names Bill Stadler chief investment officer
Dreamscape Hospitality has named Bill Stadler as its chief investment officer. In this role, he will lead the company’s investment strategy, overseeing acquisitions, capital deployment and strategic partnerships to drive the company’s next phase of growth. He brings more than 40 years of experience in the lodging industry with expertise in finance, real estate and strategic expansion. He most … [Read more...]
Now Accepting Reservations: An Immersive Journey Through Vibrant Culture, Adventure and Luxury at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Puerto Rico
With its opening just weeks away, Four Seasons Resort and Residences Puerto Rico is now accepting reservations for arrivals beginning November 20, 2025 - just in time for sun-kissed getaways for the holiday season and beyond. A secluded tropical playground surrounded by a nature reserve, the resort will offer boundless recreational opportunities on land and sea along the shore of a palm-fringed … [Read more...]
Newly Renovated Historic Gunter Hotel Now Open: New Details on Food & Beverage, Amenities, Recording Studio & More
The iconic Gunter Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is proud to announce that it is now officially open to the public. Following a transformative $57 million renovation, the reimagined hotel unveils the first phase of its restoration, inviting the public to experience the renewed legacy of this 116-year-old San Antonio landmark. Originally opened in 1909, the Gunter returns as part of Marriott … [Read more...]
Now Accepting Reservations – Adventure and Luxury at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Puerto Rico
With its opening just weeks away, Four Seasons Resort and Residences Puerto Rico is now accepting reservations for arrivals beginning November 20, 2025 – just in time for sun-kissed getaways for the holiday season and beyond. A secluded tropical playground surrounded by a nature reserve, the resort will offer boundless recreational opportunities on land and sea along the shore of a palm-fringed … [Read more...]
Ash Hotels Chooses Mews to Power Growth Across Its Boutique Portfolio
By implementing Mews’ modern property management system, Ash Hotels can eliminate time-intensive manual processes and gain the ability to share guest information seamlessly across its portfolio.9.24.2025 Mews, the leading hospitality operating system, has been selected as the property management system for Ash Hotels, the award-winning US hotel brand renowned for restoring historic properties as … [Read more...]
Hilton’s new hotels: Oct–Dec preview
Hilton is set to open stunning new hotels across top global destinations this season. Highlights include the debut of Conrad Hotels & Resorts in Hamburg and the first Waldorf Astoria in the Nordics with its Helsinki opening. In Asia, Hilton brings its first lifestyle hotel to Shanghai with Canopy by Hilton and expands its luxury footprint with a second Waldorf Astoria. In the U.S., the … [Read more...]
Hilton’s new hotels: Sept–Oct highlights
Hilton is set to open stunning new hotels across top global destinations this season. Highlights include the debut of Conrad Hotels & Resorts in Hamburg and the first Waldorf Astoria in the Nordics with its Helsinki opening. In Asia, Hilton brings its first lifestyle hotel to Shanghai with Canopy by Hilton and expands its luxury footprint with a second Waldorf Astoria. In the U.S., the … [Read more...]
Devmark and Manodev Unveil Arka Enclave on Dubai Islands, Marking Atmosphere Living’s Debut in Dubai
Devmark, the UAE's leading real estate project sales and marketing consultancy, together with developer Manodev and Atmosphere Living - part of the award-winning hospitality group Atmosphere Core - proudly announces the launch of Arka Enclave, an exclusive waterfront residential community on Dubai Islands. This milestone marks Atmosphere Living's debut in the United Arab Emirates, building on its … [Read more...]
The Ned London Sees 16% Revenue Boost After Rolling Out IRIS F&B Mobile Ordering Solution
Following its rollout, residents of The Ned can now enjoy seamless in-room dining with the IRIS mobile ordering app. Guests simply scan the QR codes in their rooms or suites to browse digital menus and place F&B orders at their convenience.9.24.2025 IRIS, the global market leader in digital F&B, guest directory and concierge ordering for hotels, has been chosen by The Ned, London to … [Read more...]
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Signs Ramada by Wyndham in Darbhanga, India
Ramada by Wyndham Darbhanga — Photo by Wyndham Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world's largest hotel franchising company by number of properties, today announced the signing of Ramada by Wyndham Darbhanga, an 80-room hotel slated to open in September 2027. The property is being developed by Mr. Vijay Prakash, Partner of Shilit Hospitality LLP. Strategically located off NH 27 in Darbhanga, along … [Read more...]
Cloudbeds Expands AI Platform to Help Hotels Boost Occupancy and RevPAR
These purpose-built capabilities address critical industry challenges as hotels navigate increasingly shorter booking windows, contracted markets, and the breakdown of traditional forecasting methods.9.23.2025 Cloudbeds, the AI-powered platform fueling hotel growth, today announced advanced revenue intelligence and guest marketing capabilities for Signals, the hospitality industry’s first … [Read more...]
Park Hyatt Tokyo Reopening on December 9, 2025 – A Timeless Classic Refined
Park Hyatt Tokyo - the first Park Hyatt in Asia - announced it will reopen on December 9, 2025. Room, restaurant, events and spa reservations will begin on September 24, 2025 at 12:00 pm, Japan time for arrivals from December 9, 2025. Located on the westside of Tokyo in Shinjuku, Park Hyatt Tokyo occupies the 39th to 52nd floors of Shinjuku Park Tower, a modern Japanese architectural masterpiece … [Read more...]