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Red Roof® Unveils Evolution of Extended Stay Brand HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof®
April 25, 2019
COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 25, 2019 -- Red Roof has unveiled the first prototype of the new build concept of its sub-brand, HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof®. A company that obsessively listens to its guests, this new prototype design is based on the number one request from consumers: more functional storage in room but not at the expense of good design. The new build upgraded specifications for exterior, lobbies and rooms provide guests with everything they need for an elevated extended stay experience and provides franchisees with a cost- effective solution to drive performance. Developed as a home away from home; a comfortable, convenien...
IHG Signs With City Motors Group for New-Build Holiday Inn Slated for 2023 Opening in Kuala Lumpur
April 25, 2019
IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world's largest hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with City Motors Group for a new-built Holiday Inn in the affluent creative hub of Kuala Lumpur – Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur. Holiday Inn Kuala Lumpur Bangsar will be the fourth IHG property in the Malaysian capital. Slated to open in 2023, the hotel will feature 220 rooms and six meeting rooms, the largest of which will hold approximately 400 people. The hotels plans to incorporate the Holiday Inn Open Lobby concept, which will combine public facilities within a single, open cohesive space, creating flexibility for g...
17th Annual Southern Lodging Summit Conference Scheduled for August 27th & 28th in Memphis, Tenn.
| April 25, 2019
MEMPHIS, Tenn., April 25, 2019—Officials of the Southern Lodging Summit (SLS), an annual hotel conference focusing on development and operations throughout the southern United States, today announced it will host its annual conference August 27-28, 2019, in Memphis, Tenn. Confirmed Speakers include Mitch Patel, president & CEO, Vision Hospitality Group; Rick Pastorino, president, REVPAR International; Jane Cooper, president & COO, Herschend Family Entertainment; Mary Beth Cutshall, senior vice president/chief development officer, Hospitality Ventures Management Group; and Dianna Vaughan, global head, all suites brands, Hilton. Thoug...
Owned and Managed by High Hotels, Residence Inn by Marriott Set to Open in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Residence Inn by Marriott | April 23, 2019
Lancaster, PA – April 23, 2019 – The 127-suite Residence Inn by Marriott in Lancaster, Pennsylvania is scheduled to open on Friday, April 26, 2019 with its upscale, stylish décor that offers flexibility, and alternatives that allow guests to heighten their travel experience. Located at 1450 Harrisburg Pike, the all-suite Residence Inn Lancaster will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned and managed by High Hotels Ltd. of Lancaster, PA. Situated in The Crossings at Conestoga Creek – featuring shopping, dining and entertainment options, the Residence Inn Lancaster offers its guests convenient access to downtown L...
IHG Signs Agreement With Bin Faqeeh Real Estate Investment Company for Staybridge Suites Manama Al Seef
April 22, 2019
IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world's leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of Staybridge Suites Manama Al Seef, marking the debut of the brand in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Expected to open in January 2020, the 128-room extended stay hotel will operate under a management agreement with major developer, Bin Faqeeh Real Estate Investment Company S.P.C. The signing was held with the attendance of H.E. Sheikh Khaled bin Humood Al Khalifa, CEO of Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) in the headquarters of the Bin Faqeeh Real Estate Investment Company S.P.C. Located in the heart of the capital, St...
Choice Hotels Signs Franchise Agreements With Organizations Led By African-American Women to Develop Six Hotels Across US and Caribbean
Choice Hotels | April 18, 2019
ROCKVILLE, Md., April 18, 2019 -- Businesses owned by women of color grew three times faster than other women-owned businesses in the United States last year, yet it is estimated by the National Association of Black Hotel Owners, Operators and Developers (NABHOOD) that less than one percent of hotels are owned by African-American women. Choice Hotels International, Inc.'s (NYSE: CHH) one-of-a-kind emerging markets franchise development team is helping to bridge this gap and extend the opportunity of hotel ownership to underrepresented populations—most recently by awarding six franchise agreements to organizations led by Africa...
Marriott Plans World’s Tallest Modular Hotel Set to Rise in New York City This Fall
Marriott International, Inc. | April 18, 2019
The world's tallest modular hotel – which will carry a brand of Marriott International (NASDAQ:MAR) – is on track to be stacked in late fall in New York City with prefabricated and pre-furnished guestrooms. Once erected over a 90-day period, the 360-foot-tall tower will represent a milestone for Marriott's ongoing initiative to encourage hotel developers in North America to embrace modular for new construction projects. To be topped with a modular roof and modular rooftop bar, the world's tallest modular hotel is expected to open in late 2020 as the AC Hotel New York NoMad. "In North America, the construction process hasn't ...
Columbia Sussex Completes MultiMillion Renovation of Dallas Marriott Las Colinas
Columbia Sussex | April 18, 2019
CRESTVIEW, KY (April 18, 2019) – – Columbia Sussex, one of the largest Marriott franchisees in the country, continues its aggressive renovation program to at least nine of its Marriott owned and operated properties, and has completed a multi-million dollar renovation of its popular Dallas Marriott Las Colinas. Noted for its proximity to the area's convention center, but also its location across the street from the new Live Nation Toyota Music Factory and dining and shopping in the Metroplex, the hotel has hosted entertainers such as Chris Isaak and Steely Dan, acclaimed actresses such as Geena Davis and Carrie Fisher, and mo...
Fortuna Realty Group Plans Spring Opening of Hotel Hendricks in the Heart of Manhattan
Fortuna Realty | April 18, 2019
New York, NY (April 18, 2019) – Soaring twenty-seven stories over Fifth Avenue, Hotel Hendricks is the stylish new addition to Fortuna Realty Group's collection of Manhattan hotels. The property and its 176 guestrooms are located just steps away from the Fashion District and Bryant Park. With interiors by LA-based interior designer Marcello Pozzi, the hotel and its 176 guestrooms boast unparalleled views of the Empire State Building and the cityscape. With two rooftop bars and a Latin-infused restaurant, Hotel Hendricks is set to be the new Midtown hotspot for locals and travelers alike. "We are thrilled to introduce Hotel Hendric...
IHG Signs Master Development Agreement With Valor Hospitality Partners Africa for Multiple Franchise Hotels
April 17, 2019
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®), one of the world's leading hotel companies, has signed a Master Development Agreement with Valor Hospitality Partners Africa to roll out multiple franchise hotels over the next 10 years, across IHG's portfolio of brands in midscale, upscale and luxury segments. The agreement will see IHG expand its presence in Sub-Saharan Africa, including key countries such as South Africa, Botswana, Mozambique, Mauritius, Ethiopia, Zambia and Kenya. The development adds to IHG's growing pipeline in the Middle East and Africa and cements its position as one of the leading operators in the region. Valor Hospital...
Hard Rock International and Convention Hotels India Private Limited Bringing Hard Rock Hotel Bangalore to India
Hard Rock International | April 17, 2019
HOLLYWOOD, Fla. – April 17, 2019 – With a portfolio spanning across 75 countries, including 27 unique hotel properties with 37 projects in different phases of development, Hard Rock International continues intensifying its international presence with the announcement of Hard Rock Hotel Bangalore, slated to open in Fall 2020. Joining Hard Rock Hotel Goa, the second Hard Rock Hotel in India will be located in the bustling city of Bangalore, known as the Silicon Valley of India. "The city of Bangalore is full of culture and beauty and is the perfect location for our second property in India," said Todd Hricko, senior vice presi...
FAUCHON Hospitality Expands Boutique Hotel Collection With 2020 Opening of Second Property in Kyoto, Japan
FAUCHON Hospitality | April 16, 2019
PARIS, FRANCE (April 16, 2019) -- FAUCHON Hospitality, which debuted its first hotel in Paris in September of 2018, will open a second property in Kyoto, Japan, it was announced today by Jacques-Olivier Chauvin, President and CEO. FAUCHON has been a well-known brand in Japan for the past 47 years, and currently manages 28 shops, 2 cafes, and 2 bakeries with cafes throughout the country. The five-star FAUCHON Hotel Kyoto will open in 2020 in the center of Kyoto, in the Shimogyo-ku district, approximately 10 minutes from the most interesting districts (Gion, Higashiyama and Kawaramachi-Shijo). The hotel will feature 70 guest rooms and sui...
Hilton Expands Presence in Colombia With Debut of Hilton Bogota Corferias in Bogota
Hilton Hotels & Resorts | April 16, 2019
BOGOTA, Colombia & MCLEAN, Va.--Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today officially announces the opening of Hilton Bogota Corferias, representing Hilton's 20th property in the country. As the first full service hotel in the city's fair and convention district, the 410-room property features more than 13,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting and event space, including the largest terrace in the area that offers both indoor/outdoor space and spectacular mountain views. "Colombia's tourism industry continues to set records with a nine percent growth in visitor arrivals last year, maintaining a positive year over year momentum," said Jorge Giannattasio, sen...
Hunter Valley’s Most Prestigious Estate Reopens as voco Kirkton Park Hunter Valley in Australia
IHG | April 16, 2019
voco™ Kirkton Park Hunter Valley has today opened its doors as Australia's second voco™ hotel following the completion of a refresh and rebrand to IHG's newest upscale brand, voco. Renowned as one of the Hunter Valley's most prestigious estates, the 70-room property now embodies the bold characteristics of voco, with exclusive features from its bright yellow accents to onsite beehives and distinctive hallmarks, setting it apart for a memorable stay. Already a much-loved destination for locals and visitors alike, Kirkton Park estate reigns on 70 acres of rolling countryside and scenic mountain views, and just minutes away fro...
Nobu Hospitality to Launch in London West End With 2020 Opening of Nobu Hotel London Portman Square
Nobu Hotels | April 15, 2019
NEW YORK, April 15, 2019 -- Nobu Hospitality, the globally established lifestyle brand founded by Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro and Meir Teper, is delighted to announce the launch of its London West End hotel. Expected to open in spring 2020, Nobu Hotel is set in Portman Square W1, steps from Mayfair's vibrant restaurants and independent boutiques and on the edge of Soho's world-famous theatres in the heart of London's West End. The 239-guest rooms and suites, together with a Nobu restaurant, ballroom and meeting facilities are being conceptualized by London-based architecture and interior design firm, David Collins Studio,...
Hamilton Hotel Investors and Centerbridge Partners Complete Acquisition of Belgian Nine-Hotel Portfolio From WNE
Hamilton Hotel Partners and Hamilton Hotel Investors | April 15, 2019
LONDON, April 15, 2019 - Hamilton Hotel Investors and Centerbridge Partners have completed the acquisition of a portfolio of nine hotels located in Belgium and France from WNE Investor S.À R.L. The hotels comprise 1,120 keys in total and are located in some of Belgium's key commercial and tourism destinations (Antwerp, Hasselt, Ghent and Liege) and Calais in France. Five of the nine hotels operate under the Holiday Inn and Holiday Inn Express brands, and Hamilton Hotel Partners will assume management of the portfolio going forward. "We are excited to acquire the Brabo hotels and to work in close partnership with the team at Hamil...
Hilton Expands Presence in Colombia With Debut of New Hotel in Bogotá
Hilton Hotels & Resorts | April 11, 2019
BOGOTÁ, Colombia and MCLEAN, Va - Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today officially announces the opening of Hilton Bogota Corferias, representing Hilton's 20th property in the country. As the first full-service hotel in the city's Fair & Convention District, the 410-room property features more than 13,000 square feet of flexible meetings and events space, including the largest terrace in the area that offers both indoor/outdoor space and spectacular mountain views. "Colombia's tourism industry continues to set records with a nine percent growth in visitor arrivals last year, maintaining a positive year over year momentum," said Jorge Gian...
IHG® Signs Two Holiday Inn Hotels in Saudi Arabia
April 10, 2019
IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world's leading hotel companies, has signed two franchise agreements including Holiday Inn® Madinah King Abdulaziz Road with Loulouat Al Madinah Hospitality and Holiday Inn Jeddah Al Hamra with Al Hokair Group. The agreements were signed and announced at Arabian Hotel Investment Conference (AHIC) 2019 in Ras Al Khaimah. The signings consolidate IHG's strategy to expand its footprint across the kingdom, with its midscale offerings. Holiday Inn Jeddah Al Hamra will feature 253 rooms and a host of facilities for business and leisure travellers including three food and beverage outlet...
IHG Signs With SRG Holding for Staybridge Suites® Dubai Financial Centre and Staybridge Suites Dubai Internet City
April 9, 2019
IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world's leading hotel companies, has signed franchise agreements for two hotels, Staybridge Suites® Dubai Financial Centre and Staybridge Suites Dubai Internet City, with the Dubai-based real estate development firm, SRG Holding. The agreements will see the conversion of two SRG-owned developments to IHG's extended-stay brand Staybridge Suites. The two franchised assets will be operated by SRG Hospitality, the group's hotel management arm with opening dates set for January 2020. The hotels are strategically located along Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai's main commercial artery with conve...
Rollins College Plans Expansion for The Alfond Inn at Rollins in Winter Park, Florida
Alfond Inn at Rollins | April 9, 2019
April 9, 2019. Winter Park, Florida – The Alfond Inn at Rollins, the award-winning boutique hotel in the heart of historic Winter Park, has announced plans to expand the property. Construction is expected to commence in late summer with a completion date anticipated for the first quarter of 2021. The new development of the hotel, which is owned by nearby Rollins College, will include 73 additional guest rooms, bringing the total to 185 rooms. The new guest accommodations will offer spacious luxury rooms and several large suites that can be used for meetings and hospitality or converted into grand two-bedroom suites. "This is an ex...
Mandarin Oriental Partners With Astaș Holding A.Ş, and Yapi & Yapi for New Hotel in Istanbul
Asta? Holding A.?, and Yapi & Yapi | April 8, 2019
Hong Kong, 8 April 2019 - Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced that it will manage a second luxury hotel in Istanbul, Turkey. The project, which also features branded residences, is scheduled to open in 2022. The new development comprises three standalone towers and is located in the exclusive Etiler residential area, close to the city's central business district. One of the towers will house Mandarin Oriental Etiler, Istanbul with 158 guestrooms and suites and 16 serviced apartments. The remaining two towers will house 251 luxurious Residences at Mandarin Oriental. UNStudio from Amsterdam has been appointed as the master planner...
Marriott International Expects to Add Nearly 20 Properties Under Its Middle East and Africa Portfolio in 2019
Marriott International | April 8, 2019
Marriott International today announced it expects to add 19 new properties and more than 3,000 rooms to its Middle East and Africa portfolio in 2019. Underpinning a strong demand for its diverse brands, the new additions are in line with the company's expansion plans to add more than 100 new properties and nearly 26,000 rooms across the region by the end of 2023. Marriott estimates its development pipeline through 2023 represents up to $8 billion of investment from property owners and is expected to generate over 20,000 new jobs across the region. "Our growth across the Middle East and Africa is fuelled by a strong demand for our divers...
Accor Brings Its Iconic Raffles Brand to India With Two New Hotels
Raffles | April 8, 2019
Mumbai, April 8, 2019 -- Accor announces two majestic hotels in India - Raffles Jaipur and Raffles Udaipur - in the presence of Accor Chairman & CEO Sébastien Bazin and owner, Ratankant Sharma. The iconic Raffles brand is synonymous with luxury and extraordinary adventure and this announcement signals a new direction for Accor in India, with a stronger focus on luxury and premium brands. Both hotels will deliver a palatial experience in an extraordinary setting along with the famously discreet and personalized Raffles service. Raffles is renowned for setting the standard for luxury hospitality for over 130 years. With 13 prop...
Songy Highroads and The Wampold Companies Sign Deal to Develop the First Margaritaville Resort in the Lone Star State
Songy Highroads, LLC | April 4, 2019
New York, N.Y. – April 4, 2019 – Margaritaville Holdings, Songy Highroads (SHR) and The Wampold Companies today announced a new Margaritaville Resort coming to Lake Conroe, located approximately one hour north of Houston. With 186 acres of prime waterfront property, the Margaritaville Resort will feature 360 guestrooms, signature Margaritaville dining concepts, a golf course, spa, and more. The resort is scheduled to welcome guests in Q3 2020. "We are thrilled to bring our first Margaritaville resort in Texas to the Houston area with an incredible location on Lake Conroe," said Rick Cunningham, SVP Margaritaville Development...
