hotel refurbishment
Great Wolf Lodge Pocono Mountains Launches Expansion
Great Wolf Resorts, Inc. | March 16, 2022
Scotrun, PA– March 16, 2022 – Great Wolf Lodge announced today a series of landmark renovations for its resort in the Pocono Mountains. The extensive refurbishment includes a major update to the Grand Lobby, a refresh of its Cub Paw toddler pool, a new full-service dining concept and, exclusive to the Pocono Mountains resort, private three-bedroom villas ideal for multi-generational or multi-family travel. “We’re making significant enhancements to nearly every inch of the resort, and then some,” shared General Manager Bill Colavito. “With the new additions announced today and the recently completed refurbishments, we...
The Excellence Collection to Invest Over USD $50 Million to Revamp Its Properties in the Caribbean
The Excellence Collection | March 10, 2022
Miami, FL - March 10, 2022 - The high-end hospitality group has announced it will invest over USD $50 million to upgrade the premises and enhance the amenities of its properties in the Caribbean. The disclosed amount will be used for all eight resorts within The Excellence Collection’s portfolio in Cancun, the Riviera Maya, Punta Cana and Montego Bay. Following the success and growing demand for the brand’s most sumptuous category yet, the Beach Villas with a Private Pool, The Excellence Collection will build 12 additional units at Excellence Oyster Bay in Jamaica, almost tripling its current offering to a total of 17 villas once comp...
Newport Beach Marriott Reemerges as VEA Newport Beach, A Marriott Resort & Spa, In Spring 2022
January 18, 2022
NEWPORT BEACH, CA - January 18, 2022 - Following an extensive transformation, VEA Newport Beach, a Marriott Resort & Spa, will officially debut this spring. Formerly the Newport Beach Marriott Hotel & Spa, the property is undergoing a complete top-to-bottom refresh, including new coastal-inspired luxury guest rooms, the introduction of two new suite categories, three newly imagined restaurant and bar concepts, a wellness focused spa and high-performance fitness center, expansive new indoor and outdoor event spaces, and a luxury destination pool experience. "As Newport Beach locals ourselves, we are proud to present somethi...
Radisson Hotel & Apartments Dammam Industrial City Reopens Following Refurbishment and Rebranding
January 13, 2022
Radisson Hotel Group is pleased to announce the re-opening of Radisson Hotel & Apartments Dammam Industrial City following a rebranding and extensive refurbishment of the existing Park Inn by Radisson Hotel & Apartments Dammam Industrial, the only international 4-star hotel in Dammam Second Industrial City. Located in the heart of the buzzing business district near Half Moon Bay Beach, famous for its sandy beaches, Radisson Hotel & Apartments Dammam Industrial City is just 35 minutes’ drive from King Khalid International Airport, with access to numerous nearby businesses and offices. The hotel is close to the popular Dhahran...
Riu Paraiso Lanzarote in the Canary Islands Unveils Renovation
RIU | December 23, 2021
RIU Hotels & Resorts is presenting the total refurbishment of the hotel Riu Paraiso Lanzarote, a family favourite on this island. With this refurbishment completed, all of RIU’s hotels in the Canary Islands are now open for the winter high season. The hotel, located on the promenade at Playa de los Pocillos, has a totally fresh look with more comfortable and modern spaces, and the facilities have been redecorated throughout. The hotel has become a firm favourite for families thanks to its courteous staff and 24-hour all-inclusive service. Guests will now be able to enjoy open, bright spaces that are at one with nature thanks to the...
Valor Hospitality Adds St. Andrews Scores Hotel to Global Portfolio
VALOR HOSPITALITY PARTNERS | December 8, 2021
ATLANTA, GA – December 8, 2021 – Valor Hospitality Partners, a global, full-service hotel management company announced today their partnership with U.S. based Links Collection and Ireland-based Wirefox to operate the Scores Hotel in St. Andrews, beginning with an 18-month renovation. Formed by Dallas, Texas based partners Robert Covington and Jonathan Harper, the Links Collection is the culmination of a mutual goal to develop and grow a desirable portfolio of small boutique hotels around iconic U.K. golf destinations, following their lifelong enthusiasm for links golf and love of the U.K. Wirefox, owned by B.J. Eastwood, a recognize...
Union Investment Brings Hilton to Innsbruck/Austria
December 6, 2021
As part of a rebranding and extensive refurbishment programme, the former Hotel Ramada Innsbruck Tivoli is being significantly upgraded and repositioned in the Innsbruck hotel market. Union Investment has signed a long-term lease for 30 years with German hotel operating company HR Group. The hotel has been vacant since 31 July following expiry of the lease with the former tenant. The hotel is expected to open on 15 December – in a transitional phase as an independent hotel - and will then be fully refurbished during ongoing operation. Once the refurbishment work has been completed, the hotel will be positioned in the market under the Hil...
Rebranding Distressed Hotels Takes More Than Swapping Out Signage
Lauren Cicero | December 1, 2021
By Lauren Cicero PLAINFIELD, IL — December 1, 2021 — Stay-in-place orders, travel restrictions, and cancellations intended to control the spread of COVID-19 caused a severe drop in hotel occupancy and revenue. Even the best marketing has not prevented the most enticing hotels from becoming victims of the pandemic. Famed names like the Renaissance Grand & Suites Hotel in St. Louis, the iconic Fairmont Hotel in San Jose, Washington, D.C.’s century-old Marriott Wardman Park, and The Blakely New York have all fallen into bankruptcy. More hotel bankruptcies may be on the horizon as lenders lose patience with defaulting prope...
