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Sandpiper Hospitality Hires Two New Executives
Sandpiper Hospitality | January 18, 2024
Richmond, Va. – (Jan. 18, 2024) – Sandpiper Hospitality – a Virginia-based hotel management company with vast expertise in the extended-stay segment – has hired two new senior executives. Amy Howland is now serving as Senior Vice President of Operations at Sandpiper Hospitality and Tiffany Lewis is the Vice President of Sales & Marketing. Howland joins Sandpiper Hospitality from the Shaner Hotel Group, where she served as a Regional Vice President of Operations. A multi-brand hospitality executive with more than 20 years of industry experience, Howland also held regional leadership positions with the Naples Hotel Group a...
JRK Property Holdings Acquires Hyatt Branded Hotel Portfolio in San Juan, Puerto Rico From PRISA Group
JRK Property Holdings | January 12, 2024
Los Angeles, CA (January 12, 2024) – JRK Property Holdings, through its $350 million hospitality fund, has acquired a two-property, 275-key Hyatt-branded hotel portfolio in San Juan, Puerto Rico from the PRISA Group for an undisclosed price. The portfolio comprises two premium select-service hotels located within the Puerto Rico Convention District: the 149-room Hyatt Place San Juan and 126-room Hyatt House San Juan. Developed by the seller within the past eight years, both properties have been recently renovated including lobby refresh, updated F&B outlets, and guestroom and corridor improvements. Both properties were designed t...
Linchris Acquires Provincetown Inn in Massachusetts
Linchris Hotel Corporation | January 3, 2024
PLYMOUTH, MA – January 3, 2023 – Linchris announces the acquisition of the Provincetown Inn in Provincetown, MA. The 102-room hotel sits on just over 6 acres of land, overlooking the Provincetown Harbor. The property has its own private beach and is only a short walk away from the many cultural attractions downtown Provincetown has to offer including restaurants, local shops and galleries, and annual events that draw visitors all year round. Built in the 1930s, this historic property maintains its historic past, while including all the modern amenities required by today’s traveler. "We are incredibly happy about the purchase of th...
Alpental Capital Acquires 187-Room DoubleTree Leominster in Massachusetts
Alpental Capital | January 16, 2024
Alpental Capital (“Alpental”), a hospitality investment group with offices in Colorado and Washington, announced the acquisition of the full-service DoubleTree by Hilton Leominster, Massachusetts in late December 2023. Located just off I-190, the DoubleTree Leominster provides both business and leisure travelers convenient access to nearby businesses, attractions, and outdoor recreation throughout the Leominster-Fitchburg area. The hotel boasts 187 spacious guest rooms, nearly 15,000 square feet of modern meeting space, an indoor pool and fitness center, and an on-site restaurant and bar. Alpental plans to invest in significant propert...
Hotel Bardo Savannah Set to Open in February Following Transformation
LEFT LANE | January 10, 2024
Savannah, GA (January 10, 2024) — Hotel Bardo will serve as the Southeast’s newest jewel when it opens in February 2024. The highly anticipated adaptive reuse project transforms a 19th century Southern Gothic structure sitting at the heart of Savannah’s Forsyth Park into Hotel Bardo Savannah—a timeless urban resort and private club focused on creating community and connection. A new urban resort concept from New York City-based real estate development and hospitality firm, LEFT LANE, which specializes in the transformation of historic properties, Hotel Bardo Savannah is a magnetic cultural and social hub built on history, subtle mo...
Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe Launches Multimillion-Dollar Renovation
Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe | January 16, 2024
Santa Fe, N.M. (Jan. 16, 2024) – Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe, an enchanting luxury boutique resort comprised of 65 intimate casitas surrounded by rugged mountainous beauty, today announced a multimillion-dollar revitalization, the first in the resort’s history, of all guest rooms and suites is now underway along with the introduction of sustainability-focused landscaping. The revitalization will be conducted in three phases in an effort not to impact the guest experience and is anticipated to be completed this spring. The extensive upgrades are led by Langlois Design, a boutique firm focused on sustainability and s...
Best Western Ottumwa Inn & Suites Now Open in Iowa
BWH Hotels | January 4, 2024
Ottumwa, Iowa (January 4, 2024) – Best Western® Hotels & Resorts announces the opening of the Best Western Ottumwa Inn & Suites, located at 2813 N Court Street in Ottumwa, Iowa. The hotel is owned by Anil Chaudhari and features 41 guest rooms and 20 suites. Offering a modern design, the property recently underwent a refresh with renovated guestrooms featuring a bright color palette, remodeled bathrooms and brand-new artwork. Guestrooms also come equipped with new sofas, flatscreen televisions, mini fridges and microwaves. When visiting the Best Western Ottumwa Inn & Suites, guests can access a number of amenities including...
Vancouver’s Rosewood Hotel Georgia Undergoing Comprehensive Renovation
Rosewood Hotel Group | January 4, 2024
Vancouver’s legendary city retreat to unveil reimagined accommodations and revived culinary and beverage spaces in 2024 Rosewood Hotel Georgia, downtown Vancouver’s iconic and most luxurious retreat, has announced that the property closed on January 1, 2024 to undergo an extensive renovation and will re-open early April 2024. The refurbishment of the adored gathering spot will encompass signature spaces throughout the hotel including the lobby and 1927 Lobby Lounge, its accommodations and the beloved Reflections Terrace. The new design will seamlessly connect contemporary elements with classic luxury features, showcasing materials rangin...
Rentyl Resorts Partners With New Luxury Hotel Brand to Develop and Manage an Upscale Historic Hotel on Miami Beach
Rentyl Resorts | January 8, 2024
MIAMI BEACH/ORLANDO, Fla. -- Rentyl Resorts proudly announces its collaboration with DaVinci Hospitality Group and Ferrari Group to brand and manage a new, cutting-edge boutique hotel at 2814 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach. This partnership unites Rentyl’s expertise in creating authentic, extraordinary experiences with DaVinci Hospitality’s proven success in developing captivating properties. “We are delighted to work with DaVinci Hospitality Group,” said Nicholas Falcone, CEO of Rentyl Resorts. “This venture aligns perfectly with our goal of providing a unique Miami Beach experience at a vibrant condo hotel.” Set for transformati...
The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa to Unveil $13.8 Million Renovation
The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa | January 15, 2024
The South Carolina resort will debut newly renovated rooms and suites - including the Presidential Suite, Vice Presidential Suite, Atlantic Suite, and Resort Bunk Suite - in February 2024 (HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC; January 15, 2024) – The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa announced today that the completion of its $13.8 million renovation, in which the team reimagined the resort’s existing 416 guestrooms to grow to 420 rooms, including 32 suites, is set to be completed in early-February 2024. Across all rooms, the team has transformed these spaces into extensions of the island’s natural landscape to create a luxurious coastal ...
AHLA Foundation Launches New Scholarship Application Portal for Hospitality Students Nationwide
The AHLA Foundation | January 8, 2024
The new platform will allow increased access to scholarship opportunities, supporting the future of hospitality and diversifying the talent pipeline. WASHINGTON (January 8, 2023) – AHLA Foundation, the charitable arm of the American Hotel and Lodging Association, launched a new platform to streamline its scholarship application process. The platform not only improves the user experience, but includes a built-in eligibility assessment that allows students to access every Foundation-hosted opportunity for which they qualify. The Foundation has long supported rising hospitality talent through the generous support of individual donors and c...
Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve Welcomes Marcel Kloet as General Manager
Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve | January 9, 2024
Marcel Kloet Joins Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve Bringing Two Decades of Luxury Hospitality Experience to the Reserve Estate Dorado Beach, Puerto Rico (January 9, 2024) - Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve reinforces its commitment to delivering unparalleled service and luxury with the appointment of Marcel Kloet as General Manager. As a seasoned professional in the luxury hospitality industry with a track record of success, Marcel Kloet brings over twenty years of experience holding leadership positions at renowned establishments across Europe, Australia and Asia. He will serve at the helm of the exclusive ultra-luxury property i...
Remington Hospitality Welcomes Jason Reader as Chief Operating Officer
Remington Hospitality | January 18, 2024
Following a year of impressive growth and expansion, the internal promotions further bolster the hotel management company’s future development plans Dallas, TX — January 18, 2024 — Remington Hospitality, a leading hotel management company, is pleased to announce two leadership promotions — Jason Reader to Chief Operating Officer and Jale Hashimi to Senior Vice President of Operations. Following a year of remarkable growth, marked by successful expansions into the Caribbean market and continued influence in the boutique hotel landscape, the company has strategically expanded its leadership team. These key appointments aim to solidify ...
SSG Hotels Acquires Full-Service Holiday Inn & Suites in Farmington Hills, MI
SSG Hotels LLC | January 2, 2024
Lafayette, January 2, 2024 — SSG Hotels LLC, a leading hospitality management company, is delighted to announce the acquisition of a brand-new 133-room full-service Holiday Inn & Suites in Farmington Hills, MI. The hotel, constructed in 2018, boasts state-of-the-art facilities, including nearly 5000 square feet of meeting space, making it a premier destination for both business and leisure travelers. About the Property: The newly acquired Holiday Inn & Suites features a range of amenities designed to enhance the guest experience. With an indoor swimming pool, fitness center, business center, guest laundry, and a sundry shop, gue...
Conrad New York Midtown Names Jimmy Sarfraz as General Manager
Conrad Hotels & Resorts | January 11, 2024
NEW YORK (January 11, 2024) – Today, Conrad New York Midtown announced the appointment of Jimmy Sarfraz as the general manager of the 562-room, luxury property located in the heart of Manhattan. Boasting more than 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry and with Hilton, Sarfraz joins Conrad New York Midtown from San Jose, California, where he most recently led the successful rebrand and opening of Signia by Hilton San Jose. In his new role, Sarfraz will oversee all aspects of hotel operations from the guest experience to food and beverage. Bringing multicultural and global experience within the hospitality industry, Sarfraz’...
The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa Appoints Jorge Petterson as Executive Chef
The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa | January 3, 2024
(January 2, 2024 - Hilton Head Island, South Carolina) - The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa has appointed Jorge Petterson as Executive Chef, overseeing the resort’s culinary program across its five on-site restaurants, including Splash, The Carolina Room, View 32, Ingredients, and Oceans. Bringing over two decades of experience to his role, Petterson has led kitchens at hotels and resorts throughout North America and the Caribbean. Hailing from Lima, Peru, Chef Petterson is proud to bring the flavors from his home country to South Carolina, allowing guests to experience what he considers to be “the best gastronomy in the e...
Mark Keiser Appointed President, Development, Leading Strategic Expansion for Viceroy Hotel Group
Viceroy Hotel Group | January 18, 2024
[NEW YORK, NY] - Viceroy Hotel Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Keiser as President, Development, a key position that underscores Viceroy's commitment to expanding its global footprint in luxury hotels and resorts and branded residential projects. Mark, with a distinguished background in luxury and lifestyle hotel and resort development, joins Viceroy Hotel Group following Viceroy being acquired by Principals of Highgate earlier last year. In his new capacity, Mark will spearhead Viceroy’s thoughtful growth strategy of adding impactful luxury hotels and branded residential projects, with a specific focus on global gat...
Choice Hotels Proposes a Full Slate of Independent, Highly Qualified Individuals for Election at the 2024 Annual Meeting of Wyndham Hotels & Reso
Choice Hotels | January 22, 2024
Nominees Are Seasoned Leaders with Financial and Operational Experience Across Hospitality, Franchising and Other Relevant Industries Wyndham Shareholders Deserve a Board Focused on Good Governance and Its Fiduciary Duty to Drive Shareholder Value NORTH BETHESDA, Md., Jan. 22, 2024 -- Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) ("Choice"), one of the world's most successful lodging franchisors, today announced that it has proposed eight independent, highly qualified individuals to stand for election at the 2024 Annual Shareholder Meeting of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (NYSE: WH) ("Wyndham"). Stewart W. Bainum, Chair of Choice'...
Noble Acquires Holiday Inn Express Downtown Nashville
Noble Investment Group | January 16, 2024
Urban city center hotel is centrally located in the heart of Music City Atlanta, Georgia (Tuesday, January 16, 2024) – Noble Investment Group ("Noble") today announced the acquisition of the Holiday Inn Express Nashville Downtown. Located on Broadway in the heart of downtown Nashville, the hotel is embedded within the city's entertainment district and steps away from over 100 live music venues, the Music City Center, Bridgestone Arena, more than 500 bars and restaurants, and over 100 shopping experiences. Downtown Nashville is a vibrant, walkable district with eight million square feet of Class A office space accommodating over 80,00...
Utah’s Yonder Escalante Rebrands to Ofland Escalante
Ofland Escalante | January 22, 2024
Outdoor Hotel in Southern Utah’s Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, Yonder Escalante, Announces a Refreshed Brand Meaning “Of the Land” Escalante, Utah (January 22, 2024) – Yonder Escalante, a 20-acre boutique hotel located amidst Southern Utah’s Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, is pleased to announce a significant rebrand to Ofland Escalante. The name change, which will take effect when it reopens for the 2024 season on March 13, reflects the hotel’s commitment to provide the same authentic outdoor-oriented hospitality experience guests have come to love, while also embracing a new identity that resonat...
Boston Hotel Market Update: Ten Things to Know
Erich Baum | January 8, 2024
By Erich Baum, Brian Bisema, Raymond Parejo, Nico Cooper Boston is back. The three key demand channels have returned to an approximation of their pre-pandemic levels (conventions and business travel up, leisure down), and the city’s RevPAR has improved to third in the nation, supplanting Miami and various West Coast rivals. Here are ten things to know about the city. 1. Boston’s revenue per available room (RevPAR) is on pace to finish 2023 at approximately 110% of its 2019 level. Occupancy is lagging slightly, at 97% of the pre-pandemic peak, but average rate is picking up the slack. 2. Conventions came roaring back in 2023. The ...
Scott Kawasaki Appointed Director of Sales & Marketing at Renaissance Honolulu Hotel & Spa
Renaissance® Hotels | January 8, 2024
HONOLULU, HI (January 8, 2024) – Highgate, a leading hotel management, investment and development company, has appointed Scott Kawasaki as Director of Sales & Marketing of the new Renaissance Honolulu Hotel & Spa, set to celebrate its grand opening in March 2024. In his new role, Kawasaki will lead all sales efforts to maximize revenue and overall profit, as well as oversee all marketing and public relations strategies. With over nearly three decades of experience in the hospitality industry, Kawasaki brings an exceptional record of achievement to his new role. He most recently served as Area Director of Sales & Strategy, A...
AI + Hotels = An Ideal Guest Experience
SHIFT DIGITAL | January 8, 2024
AI is changing how hotels operate and, consequently, transforming the customer experience into one that’s customized, elevated, and, frankly, top-notch. Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming industries across the board, and the hospitality industry is no exception. From streamlining operations and reducing costs to improving customer experiences, AI is solving workforce and technology challenges for the hospitality industry while meeting ever evolving (and high!) customer expectations. Part one of Shift’s three-part blog series examines how the hospitality industry uses AI to enhance the customer experience. By seaml...
Gencom Retakes Majority Ownership in Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne Resort in Miami
Gencom | January 17, 2024
The Gencom-led partnership is planning a $100M transformation and repositioning of the cornerstone hotel asset in 2025 MIAMI, FL – Jan. 17, 2024 – Affiliates of Gencom, an international owner, developer and manager of hospitality and residential properties, announced today that it has retaken majority ownership in the 291-key Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne. The transaction was financed by Citigroup and affiliates of KSL Capital Partners, LLC for an undisclosed amount. Situated at 455 Grand Bay Drive, the 275,000-square-foot Ritz-Carlton resort rises over 13 stories on Miami’s barrier island of Key Biscayne. The upscale resort f...
Do More In ‘24: Ten Customer Service and CX Tips for the New Year
Shep Hyken | January 2, 2024
By Shep Hyken Happy New Year! I want this year to be your best year ever for creating amazing customer service and experiences. And for everything else, too! But as it applies to the customer experience, I thought it would be fun to share some ideas we need to do more of. With that, here are 10 ideas. Many, if not all, will apply to you and your business. Do more in 24! 1. Be more responsive – We start with one of my favorites. How fast do you respond to customers? Trust me, the faster you respond, the better. Customers appreciate a quick response. I often joke about a company that took four days to get back to me with an ans...
