Marriott's branded residences 'provide a community,' exec says
Once a necessity for hotel project financing, now branded residences can stand on their own
BERLIN — The role of branded residences in hospitality has evolved over the years from helping make deals pencil to a real estate project that can stand on its own.
Leisure travelers in 'wait-and-see mode,' Hilton CEO says
Nassetta believes economic risk weighted too far to the downside
While the first quarter started out strong, economic disruptions led to softening hotel performance, Hilton’s chief executive said.
Marriott will buy lifestyle brand CitizenM for $355 million
36 hotels across 20 cities in US, Europe and Asia-Pacific will join portfolio
Marriott International will buy lifestyle brand CitizenM for $355 million, adding 36 hotels to its global portfolio.
Wyndham partners with Soliteight to bring 40 hotels to Spain, Portugal
Deal will debut Super 8 brand in both countries
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is partnering with Soliteight Hotel Projects to debut the Super 8 hotel brand in Spain and Portugal with a 40-hotel deal.
Outlook not so good?
Earnings reports leading up to hotel companies' calls paint a concerning picture
Earnings calls give us a peek into both the publicly traded company giving the report and the behavior of consumers buying goods and services. They tell us about what has already h...
5 things to know for April 24
Today's headlines: KHP Capital Partners closes $300 million hotel fund; Florida law to allow demolition of two historic Miami hotels; Cost control and revenue a focus at select-service hotels; American Airlines pulls full-year outlook; US weekly jobless claims rise by 6,000
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Asset managers focus on 'what can be controlled' in select-service hotels
Sticking with operational models, cutting costs and finding ancillary revenue key strategies
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — Due to their operating model, select-service hotels tend to be more resilient to different economic pressures while drawing in demand by being a more affordable ...
Hyatt builds on years of growth in Europe and the Middle East
Executive Nuno Galvao Pinto explains company's expansion strategy of focusing on consumers, brand portfolio
BERLIN — Europe and the Middle East are strategic focuses for Hyatt Hotels Corp. as the brand company has significantly grown its presence in both regions in recent years.
5 things to know for April 23
Today's headlines: American traveler satisfaction declines across all sectors; Green Bay hotels positioned to score big with NFL draft; Driftwood Capital closes $1.2 billion consolidation deal; Markets jump after Trump eases worries over Fed chair, tariffs; Credit card companies prepare for a worse economy
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Breaking down the hotel guest online invasion of privacy lawsuit in California
Awareness of presence and use of tracking pixels critical, attorney says
An online privacy lawsuit filed against Accor Management through the Fairmont Hotels & Resorts brand should have hoteliers reviewing their online booking policies, according to a p...
Hotel CEOs say employee retention, property upkeep are key priorities
Despite global uncertainties, executives optimistic about near-term performance outlook
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — All of the economic uncertainty and travel disruption in recent weeks has many wondering about the overall impact on U.S. hotel demand.
Aimbridge EMEA sees further growth in Europe with eye on Middle East
Region president says third-party management company 'follows the money' for hotel contract opportunities
BERLIN — The role of third-party hotel management is becoming more recognized across Europe, a development that Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA is acting on.
5 things to know for April 21
Today's headlines: Nearly quarter of Americans not planning a summer trip; China warns other countries over US trade deals; The state of the H-2B visa program with US hotels; German tourists deported from Hawaii; Venice continues visitor's tax for second year
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5 things to know for April 18
Today's headlines: Accor adds 17 hotels in the Americas; Judge finds Google has advertising monopoly; Hoteliers adapt to travelers using AI for trip research; US weekly hotel results flat thanks to 2024 eclipse; US initial weekly jobless claims fall by 9,000
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As travelers turn to AI for trip research, hotel digital marketers adapt strategies
Accurate information, fast-loading sites and online reputation among key elements
While Google remains the top way travelers prepare for their trips, a growing subset of consumers is turning to artificial intelligence to help them research and plan out their sta...
Asset managers keep a close eye on uncertain hotel demand
Deals outlook lower as its 'a different 2025 today'
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — Uncertainty causes people and businesses to pause.
Hotel asset managers seek revenue growth, cost savings to counter effects of tariffs
HAMA survey indicates concerned outlook for US hotel industry, economy
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — Tariffs are among the chief concerns held by hotel asset managers across the U.S.
Marriott CEO talks consumer confidence, travel bifurcation and more
Tony Capuano's IHIF EMEA remarks reinforce the draw of travel despite global uncertainties
BERLIN — The current geopolitical strife, economic disruptions and other general uncertainty has caused some to worry about travel demand, both domestically and internationally.
European hotels see bifurcated performance within bumpy travel outlook
US tariff policies are 'the elephant in the room,' economist says
BERLIN — During periods of uncertainty, data can provide hoteliers with some sense of footing as they try to make their way forward.
Investors in European hotels adjust strategies due to uncertainty over US travelers
Brands, owners seek to diversify property locations and demand source markets
BERLIN — There are a lot of questions about the future of international outbound travel from the U.S., and hotel brand executives and investors aren't waiting around to find out wh...