Kimpton Hotel Monaco Salt Lake City to Undergo a Top-to-Bottom Renovation
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Salt Lake City | February 24th, 2023
Rancho Bernardo Inn Completes Guestroom Renovation
Rancho Bernardo Inn | February 24th, 2023
Renaissance ClubSport in Aliso Viejo, California Reveals Property Upgrades
Renaissance ClubSport | October 7, 2024
(ALISO VIEJO, CA) - October 7, 2024 - Renaissance ClubSport, Aliso Viejo’s premier hotel and fitness resort serving the Aliso Viejo and Laguna Beach area, announces the complete renovation of their 174 rooms. As one of the only premium hotels and fitness resorts in the country, the destination has proved to be a favorite for business, leisure, families, and wellness-minded travelers alike. From the ground up, Renaissance ClubSport completed its latest phase of upgrades to their sprawling property, which includes a 4-star hotel and 100,000 square-foot fitness resort that was fully updated in 2022. Paying homage to the beauty of the Laguna B...
Florida’s Courtyard by Marriott Melbourne West Completes Extensive Renovation
Courtyard by Marriott | October 7, 2024
Melbourne, FL – October 7, 2024 – Marriott International, Inc. today announced the 146-room Courtyard by Marriott Melbourne West has completed renovations to its guest rooms, meeting rooms, public spaces and fitness center. The newly refreshed hotel, located at 2101 West New Haven Avenue is owned by Highgate and managed by Marriott International, Inc. of Bethesda, Maryland. The renovation includes updated guest rooms with tub to shower conversions, updated public areas including all meeting rooms, as well as a refurbished and expanded fitness center with all new equipment. The three-story hotel is nestled amidst the stunning landscape...
Hilton Garden Inn Bethesda Downtown Unveils Renovation
Hilton Garden Inn Bethesda Downtown | October 3, 2024
BETHESDA, MD (OCTOBER 3, 2024) – Hilton Garden Inn Bethesda Downtown has completed a four million-dollar transformation, including the lobby, meetings and events spaces, bar and lounge, restaurant, and a new fitness center. The renovation ushers in a newly reimagined era for the 216-room property with contemporary and purposeful design elements complemented by technological enhancements such as amplified Wi-Fi capabilities, keyless locks, and UNO Net television systems. Whether guests are traveling for business, attending an event, or enjoying vacation, the welcoming, pet-friendly oasis provides a relaxing and convenient base to explore ...
Hilton Cabana Miami Beach Resort Debuts Multimillion-Dollar Property Renovation
Hilton Cabana Miami Beach | October 2, 2024
Miami Beach, Fla. – October 2, 2024 – Hilton Cabana Miami Beach Resort recently completed its multi-million-dollar renovation, unveiling transformed public spaces, refreshed guestrooms, a reimagined signature dining experience and more. Located in the exclusive Millionaire's Row neighborhood of Mid-Beach Miami, and part of the North Beach Resort Historic District, the boutique-style retreat is celebrating a decade as part of the Hilton’s Worldwide portfolio and, with a thoughtful approach to its recent renovations, continuing to pay homage to its storied history, which dates back to 1951. “This resort has served as an iconic dest...
W Hotels Unveils the Newly Reimagined West Coast Flagship, W Hollywood
W Hotels | October 1, 2024
W Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 hotel brands, raises the curtain on its iconic and reimagined W Hollywood. W Hollywood is pioneering a new, elevated playbook of distinct design, evolved passion programming, and refined service culture. The transformation marks a fresh chapter in the brand’s dynamic and storied evolution. With an expanded global footprint and robust portfolio growth, W Hotels continues to pull inspiration from the next generation of luxury travelers as the brand launches its new positioning and visual identity. Part of a multi-year brand evolution, W Hollywood officially ushers in the new era f...
Dusit’s Flagship Hotel, Dusit Thani Bangkok, Reopens After a Landmark Transformation
Dusit Thani Bangkok | October 1, 2024
Bangkok, Thailand, 1 October 2024 – Dusit Thani Bangkok, the flagship hotel of Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has made its highly anticipated return after a stunning transformation as part of the upcoming Dusit Central Park project opposite Lumpini Park in the heart of the city. The opening, held on 27 September 2024, was marked by a special ceremony featuring Mr Chanin Donavanik, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chairman of the Executive Committee, Dusit International, who had the honour of being the first guest to check in. This gesture pays tribute to his motherâ€...
The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay Unveils Property Refresh
The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay | October 1, 2024
HALF MOON BAY, Calif. (October 1, 2024) - The Forbes Five-Star Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay announces a stunning property refresh with extensive updates to guest rooms and suites, as well as The Spa, Signature Restaurant Navio, The Conservatory, and more, unveiling today, September 25, 2024. For over two decades The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay has remained at the forefront of coastal luxury with best-in-class accommodations and golfing, an award-winning collection of unique dining experiences, destination-inspired spa, and signature Ritz-Carlton hospitality. The property refresh presents a new look that cements its status as an unrivaled N...
Highgate Portugal to Rebrand Four Properties in Algarve Under the Marriott International Umbrella
Highgate | September 26, 2024
ALGARVE, Portugal, September 26, 2024 – Highgate, an industry-leading hotel management, investment, technology, and development company, today announced the rebranding of four of its managed portfolio assets in Algarve, Portugal under the Marriott International umbrella. Each located within the Salgados Beach resort destination, the newly rebranded and co-located Westin Salgados Beach Resort, Algarve; The Residences at The Westin Salgados Beach Resort, Algarve; Algarve Marriott Salgados Golf Resort & Conference Center; and Marriott Residences Salgados Resort, Algarve, will be the first Highgate managed properties in Portugal to join Ma...
TFE Hotels Partners New Zealand’s Heritage Hotels in a Multi-Property Management Agreement
ADINA CITYLIFE AND RENDEZVOUS HERITAGE | September 26, 2024
AUCKLAND: In breaking news, TFE Hotels has partnered with New Zealand’s leading accommodation provider, Heritage Hotels, in a multi-property management agreement that will see five hotels refurbished in the next few years and send a positive signal to the local accommodation sector amid a resurgent international tourism market. Under the newly inked agreement, Heritage Hotels retains ownership of its portfolio in New Zealand. TFE Hotels will manage more than 500 rooms across five properties, including the Adina Citylife Auckland and Rendezvous Heritage Auckland. In Wellington, the Adina CityLife Wellington will give TFE an apartment-style...
HEI Assumes Management of the Beacon Hotel in Washington, DC
HEI Hotels & Resorts | September 26, 2024
Norwalk, CT, September 26, 2024 - HEI Hotels & Resorts, one of the nation's leading operators of institutionally owned hotels, added Beacon Hotel & Corporate Quarters to its growing portfolio of luxury, upper-upscale and upscale independent and branded hotels and resorts throughout the United States; a portfolio which now numbers more than 100 total properties. Located in the heart of Washington, D.C., the hotel is steps from the White House and within walking distance to 38 million square feet of commercial office real estate, Embassy Row and the iconic National Mall. The Beacon Hotel features 199 oversized spacious and wel...
Essex Hotel Management Completes Renovation of Hampton Inn & Suites Lake Placid in New York
Essex Hotel Management, LLC | September 26, 2024
ROCHESTER, NY — September 26, 2024 — Essex Hotel Management, LLC, is pleased to announce the completion of a $1.8 million comprehensive renovation of the Hampton Inn & Suites Lake Placid, located at 801 Mirror Lake Drive, Lake Placid, NY 12946. The hotel is owned by The Hotel at Mirror Lake, LLC, and opened in 2013. The 97 guestrooms, common areas, indoor pool area, and exercise facilities were all refreshed, including upgrades to the carpet, artwork, soft seating, and televisions. Case goods, appliances, and window treatments were similarly updated throughout the hotel. ACC Design, the hotel's original designers, managed the i...
Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown Completes Transformative Multimillion-Dollar Renovation
Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown | September 23, 2024
NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 23, 2024-- The Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown, an iconic property owned by Dreamscape Companies and Centerbridge Partners standing in the heart of Music City, today announced the completion of a comprehensive property renovation. The project marks the beginning of the property's next chapter as part of Sheraton Hotels' worldwide transformation of its guest experience. Managed by Aimbridge Hospitality, a leading, global hotel management company and the world's largest third-party hotel operator, Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown builds upon Sheraton Hotels' global mission to become the world's gathering place...
Iconic Washington, D.C. Hotel To Join Le Méridien Brand Portfolio Following Multimillion-Dollar Renovation
Le Méridien Madison | September 23, 2024
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23, 2024 -- Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts, a global premium brand within Marriott Bonvoy, announced today that an iconic property in Downtown D.C. has joined the brand portfolio following a $15 million renovation. Completing the renovation in September, the Le Méridien Madison, Washington, DC, is owned by Crescent Real Estate and operated by HEI Hotels & Resorts. The renovation, designed by Parker-Torres Design, includes a redesign of the lobby, communal spaces and guestrooms to reflect the Golden Age of travel and to pay homage to Jackie Kennedy Onassis, who cut the opening ribbon to The Madison in 1963. Ja...
The St. Regis New York Celebrates Its 120th Year With Renovation Debut
The St. Regis New York | September 20, 2024
The St. Regis New York celebrates its 120th year this fall with the debut of an extensive redesign and renovation, marking a new chapter of glamour and sophistication. With revamped public spaces including the lobby, King Cole Bar, and two new dining locations, The St. Regis New York unveils a striking new era at Manhattan’s best address. The renovation reflects the hotel’s enduring legacy reborn for today’s global traveler with a modern aesthetic led by renowned design firm Champalimaud Design. “We are thrilled to debut the exquisite renovation of our very first St. Regis hotel and global flagship, The St. Regis New York, while a...
Dimension Hospitality Adds Fairfield Inn and Suites – Charlotte/Arrowood to Management Portfolio
Dimension Hospitality | September 19, 2024
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - - September 19, 2024 - - Joe Viglietta, COO of Dimension Hospitality, an industry leader in hotel management, today announced that the 82-room Fairfield Inn and Suites – Charlotte/Arrowood has joined the company’s growing portfolio of managed hotels. The hotel is in the final stages of a planning a million-dollar top to bottom renovation showcasing the brand’s new modern calm interior. Every guest room will be updated with new furnishings, bedding, mattresses, carpet, and window treatments.  Bathrooms will be upgraded with new wallcovering, lighting, mirrors, and showers. Public space improvements include...
Hyatt Expands Portfolio in California With Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica
Hyatt Hotels Corporation | September 18, 2024
The former Le Méridien Delfina Santa Monica joins the Hyatt portfolio, growing Hyatt’s brand footprint in California CHICAGO (September 18, 2024) — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica, marking the Hyatt Centric lifestyle brand’s sixth hotel in California and the 101st Hyatt hotel in the Golden State. Primely located in one of Los Angeles’ most iconic beach destinations—the hotel is just steps away from the renowned Santa Monica Pier, Third Street Promenade, Venice Beach Boardwalk and retail district. Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica is a launchpad for savv...
Residence Inn by Marriott Los Angeles Burbank/Downtown Completes Renovation
Residence Inn by Marriott | September 16, 2024
Burbank, CA – September 16, 2024 – Residence Inn by Marriott Los Angeles Burbank/Downtown, located at 321 Ikea Way in downtown Burbank, has announced the completion of its renovation. The 166-room all-suite property is owned by Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. and managed by Marriott International, Inc. Interior Image Group was responsible for the new design and context of the makeover and Salisbury Moore handled construction for the project. The renovation includes new carpeting, wall vinyl, paint, custom artwork, backlit bathroom mirrors and furniture in the guest rooms, as well as a newly redesigned lobby with stylish furniture and n...
Renaissance Orlando Resort and Spa Opens in Disney Springs Resort Area Following Multimillion Dollar Renovation
Renaissance Orlando Resort and Spa | September 16, 2024
ORLANDO, FL – September 16, 2024 – Located in the Disney Springs® Resort Area in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, Renaissance Orlando Resort and Spa is now open for accommodations, meetings and events, spa, and dining experiences. Renaissance Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, is known for connecting travelers to the spirit of the neighborhood through unexpected discoveries. The full-service resort features 394 newly appointed guest rooms, more than 25,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting space, a zero-entry pool and hot tub, and signature farm-to-table restaurant, American Kitc...
Houston Marriott Sugar Land Undergoes Major Renovation with Enhanced Wellness Features
Remington Hospitality | September 12, 2024
Remington Hospitality, Premier, and Pure Wellness Collaborate to Update Property Dallas, TX — September 12, 2024 — Leading hotel management company Remington Hospitality, in collaboration with end-to-end architecture, design, and development firm Premier, as well as Pure Wellness, a leading provider of turnkey antiviral, antimicrobial, and hypoallergenic hospitality solutions, is proud to announce the comprehensive renovation of the Houston Marriott Sugar Land. The hotel's recent transformation includes updated guest rooms, creating a modern and welcoming atmosphere for travelers to enjoy. This project includes the introduction of th...
Multimillion Dollar Renovation Launched for the Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Rainforest Beach & Golf Resort in Puerto Rico
Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Rainforest, Beach & Golf Resort | September 12, 2024
RIO GRANDE, Puerto Rico – September 12, 2024 - LionGrove, a leading hospitality investment firm based in Puerto Rico and Miami, proudly announces the unveiling of a series of transformative upgrades in an upcoming multi-million-dollar transformation of Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Rainforest Beach & Golf Resort in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico. The project, led by LionGrove alongside renowned hospitality and destination design firm Wimberly Allison Tong & Goo, is transforming and beautifully elevating the already award-winning 542,000-square-foot resort. The transformation, that will take place over the coming months will encompass the...
North Carolina’s Blockade Runner Beach Resort Launches Renovation and Rebranding to Trailborn Surf & Sound
TRAILBORN | September 12, 2024
Wrightsville Beach, NC (September 12, 2024) – The Blockade Runner Beach Resort, a North Carolina coastal landmark since 1964, is embarking on its next chapter as it officially announces a renovation that aims to enhance its guest experience while honoring its standing as a beloved local establishment. Joining Trailborn, the fast-growing outdoor hospitality brand, the resort will undergo comprehensive upgrades to the lobby and common areas, guestrooms and bathrooms, indoor and outdoor dining options, meeting and event spaces, and experiential offerings, all designed to offer an even better experience. Upon completion in early 2025, the Block...
Marriott International and Grupo Fametro Sign Agreement to Bring the Tribute Portfolio Brand to Manaus, Amazonas
Marriott International, Inc. | September 10, 2024
Manaus, Brazil. September 10, 2024. – Marriott International, Inc. and the Fametro Group, led by Wellington Lins and Maria do Carmo Seffair, announced a signed agreement to convert an iconic property in the capital city of the Amazonas to a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, a collection brand within the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio known for providing hotels that are designed to reflect the character and community of their surrounding locations. “As the capital city of the Amazonas, Manaus serves as the gateway for local and international travelers to access the natural beauty of one of the world’s most spectacular biomes: the Amazon rainfore...
Practice Hospitality Debuts Reimagined Mojave Resort in Palm Desert
Practice Hospitality | September 9, 2024
WELCOME TO PALM DESERT’S TIMELESS OASIS Inspired by Palm Desert’s enduring charm, captivating landscapes and storied history, the newly renovated Mojave Resort is now open, welcoming guests to its serene oasis where time slows down. Reimagined under the guidance of Dallas-based Practice Hospitality, the adults-only, mid-century retreat is located steps away from the vibrant shopping, dining and cultural scene along El Paseo. The intimate resort offers 25 guestrooms and suites, an outdoor pool and hot tub spa, fire tables, event lawn and curated amenities. “Mojave Resort is more than just a place to stay; it’s a love letter to ...
You Received a Hotel Property Improvement Plan. Now What?
Cicero Construction Group | September 6, 2024
In order to keep a hotel aligned with current brand standards, hotel franchisors will periodically issue hotel owners a Property Improvement Plan outlining required renovations and upgrades. PIPs are mandatory. If the hotel owner does not complete the PIP, the franchisor has the right to remove them from the brand entirely. PIPs differ for every brand and hotel. Newer hotels might simply require small cosmetic adjustments, but older ones may need complete overhauls to their mechanical and electrical systems. However, hoteliers should generally anticipate a PIP every seven to twelve years. Design components that are fundame...
