Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

Construction is underway on DCF Property Group’s $180 million First Light development in Melbourne’s Domain Precinct, which will be home to branded residences and the first Nu By Yoo hotel in Australia. Managed by La Vie Hotels and Resorts, the 97-key hotel will feature luxury accommodation and a signature food and beverage partner. “At

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Hotel Management

JUNE 12, 2025

IHG Hotels and Resorts (IHG) has opened its 100 th Voco hotel since it emerged on the international hotel scene seven years ago with its first opening on Australia’s Gold Coast. The post IHG’s fast-growing Voco brand hits 100 openings in seven years appeared first on Hotel Management.

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Hotel Management

JUNE 16, 2025

Paradox Hotels and Resorts is set to mark its entry into the Australian market with the opening of its first hotel at the historic Sydney address, 27 O’Connell Street, on July 1, 2025, following a rebranding of Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel. Peter Tudehope remains as General Manager under the Paradox brand. With a AU$13.5

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Hotel Management

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

Crown Resorts has undergone a brand refresh for the first time in nearly a decade, in a public shift from its image as a casino and hotel to a world-class entertainment destination. The post Crown Resorts CEO heralds ‘exciting new chapter’ under revamped brand appeared first on Hotel Management.

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Lodging

JANUARY 2, 2025

Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort announced the appointment of Stuart Evans as director of sales and marketing. Pendy West Hollywood announced the appointment of Mgeni Mpolo as director of sales and marketing. Mpolo will oversee all aspects of sales and marketing while working on brand awareness and revenue goals.

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Hotel Management

MAY 2, 2023

La Vie Hotels and Resorts is launching a new lifestyle brand with the opening of a new-build island resort in the Maldives. The first resort, NOOE Maldives Kunaavashi, features 72 bungalows and villas – 39 of which are over water. The two-storey overwater villas feature private plunge pools and a large deck area.

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Lodging

JUNE 10, 2025

LONDON—IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) celebrated the milestone of 100 open hotels for its voco brand within seven years. In 2023, voco had 100 open and pipeline hotels, and […] The post IHG’s voco hotels Reaches 100 Open Hotels appeared first on LODGING Magazine.

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Lodging

JULY 1, 2024

CHICAGO, Illinois—Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced that a Hyatt affiliate has acquired the me and all hotels brand from Lindner Hotels AG (Lindner) to grow in new European markets and build on Hyatt’s momentum in the region.

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Lodging

MARCH 27, 2024

ATLANTA—IHG Hotels & Resorts announced the availability of new prototype options for its three suites brands—Staybridge Suites, Candlewood Suites, and Atwell Suites. The new options emphasize space optimization and the potential for new efficiencies while retaining features from current designs.

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Hotel Management

APRIL 8, 2025

An accomplished hospitality and tourism professional, Forrest brings over 24 years of experience, having held management roles for luxury hotel brands throughout Australia including the Yarra Valley Lodge, Lindenderry at Red Hill, Dunkelds Royal Mail Hotel and three View Hotels in Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne.

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Hotel Management

MAY 15, 2025

New Zealand has welcomed a new value-focused midscale hotel brand Edit Hotels and Resorts, with four properties launched across New Zealand this month. We designed Edit Hotels & Resorts to be affordable without ever feeling cheap.

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Hotel Management

APRIL 8, 2025

Thailand-based company ONYX Hospitality has an extensive history in hotel management and development going back more than half a century and its four key brands, Amari, Shama, OZO and Oriental Residence are growing at a steady pace. Can you tell us a bit about your four key brands? This will be another brand in the ONYX portfolio.]

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Hotel Management

JUNE 5, 2025

The Langham Melbourne is collaborating with British lifestyle brand Laura Ashley, on a limited-edition Afternoon Tea this winter. Langham Hotels and Resorts Regional Director of Marketing, Pacific and Director of Sales and Marketing at The Langham, Melbourne, André Jacques, described the partnership as “a natural fit”.

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Lodging

JULY 31, 2024

The Marriott Hotels brand opened its first all-inclusive property in Cancun, Mexico. The Marriott Cancun, an All-Inclusive Resort, welcomes guests of all ages and generations to explore the local culture and on-property entertainment through an all-exclusive experience.

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Hotel Management

JANUARY 16, 2025

The Langham Hotels and Resorts, now in its 160th year, has launched a global brand campaign that celebrates the cultural and creative icons that have passed through the doors of its properties throughout the decades. Our Legacy campaign, which will present the flagship hotel brand to audiences worldwide.

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Hotel Management

JUNE 25, 2024

Marriott International is set to bring a Luxury Collection resort to the Gold Coast after signing an agreement with Makris Group to develop a new-build hotel. Marina Mirage Gold Coast Marriott International’s Luxury Collection now comprises over 130 hotels and resorts in sought-after destinations worldwide.

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Hotel Management

JANUARY 16, 2025

Accors luxury and lifestyle brands Sofitel, Sofitel Legend, MGallery and Emblems achieved record growth in 2024 with close to 90 hotels signed collectively. 2024 has been a milestone year for our brands, marking unprecedented development momentum, said Bailly.

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Skift Blog

APRIL 17, 2023

Skift Take: The first three hotels in Maisons Pariente’s portfolio focused on understated luxury in resort destinations. But, can the family owned company succeed in Europe's capital of luxury hotels? Sean O'Neill Read the Complete Story On Skift

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Skift Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Skift Take: Atlantis is talking to global governments about adding a mega-resort to their country, while Emaar is focusing on feeder markets to supercharge Dubai tourism. Josh Corder Read the Complete Story On Skift

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Hotel Management

MAY 26, 2025

Choice Hotels International has secured a long-term distribution and master franchise agreement with a key player in Chinas hospitality scene, SSAW Hotels and Resorts, which sets the foundation for a major expansion in China. SSAW intends to develop 100 new hotels in China under these two brands within five years.

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Hotel Management

APRIL 21, 2025

Gerritse brings over 15 years of luxury hospitality experience to the role, including in sales, marketing, and operational leadership across major Australian hotel brands. Its a privilege to now lead a property that not only helped shape the identity of the brand but continues to set the benchmark for luxury with personality.

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Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The beachside hotel is operated by franchisees, Chris and Olivia Taylor, who also operate First Light Mooloolaba on the Sunshine Coast, and previously managed Hervey Bay’s Oceans Resort and Spa, both positioned within the Ascend brand.

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Hotel Management

OCTOBER 9, 2023

IHG’s luxury and lifestyle portfolio InterContinental Hotels and Resorts has unveiled a global brand evolution that aims to reimagine the luxury travel experience. InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort and Spa “At its core, this brand evolution revolves around our exceptional team members globally.

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

EVT Hotels and Resorts is set to bring the Rydges brand to Fiji with the signing of a 258-room new-build resort. EVT Director of Hotels and Resorts, Norman Arundel, shared the news exclusively with delegates from the stage at the inaugural AHICE South East Asia on Thursday.

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Hotel Management

MARCH 21, 2023

Wyndham Hotels and Resorts will launch a 300-cabin superyacht resort in Vietnam’s Halong Bay under a new partnership with Vietnamese private yacht manufacturer, Alliga Eternity Company. Wyndham said Vietnam is a key strategic market for the business, particularly over the coming years, as tourism picks up. “By

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Hotel Management

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Wyndham Hotels and Resorts has introduced its first La Quinta hotel to Auckland with the opening of La Quinta by Wyndham Ellerslie Auckland on Monday October 2. The opening of La Quinta by Wyndham Ellerslie Auckland is yet another milestone for our relationship with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts,” said Safari Group Managing Director, Rob Neil.

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Lodging

DECEMBER 3, 2024

announced global expansion from the International Luxury Travel Market (ILTM) in Cannes. The Luxury Group’s new brand extensions, tented camps, remote lodges, and experiences are poised for growth. Spanning brands like The Ritz-Carlton, St. Marriott International, Inc.

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Hotel Management

APRIL 30, 2025

Slated to open in mid-2027, the Sydney Marriott Hotel Parramatta will be the fifth Marriott Hotels and Resorts property in Australia, and the second in New South Wales.

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Hotel Management

JULY 9, 2023

Radisson Hotel Group is expanding its presence in the Fijian market with the signing of a Radisson Blu hotel on Naisoso Island, the group’s second hotel in Fiji. The resort will offer a mix of accommodation including guestrooms, one-bedroom and three-bedroom apartments with beachfront access, as well as expansive villas.

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Hotel Management

MAY 29, 2025

The way I was made to feel when I was at the hotel – acknowledged, welcomed and truly understood as an individual, reinforced all of the things I love about the brand, and that is what I want to emulate in the authentic hospitality we will deliver at 25hours Hotel The Olympia, Colahan said. Fiji holds a very special place in my heart.

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Lodging

DECEMBER 19, 2024

CHICAGO, IllinoisHyatt Hotels Corporation and The Venetian Resort Las Vegas today announced a long-term licensing agreement to make the iconic luxury property on the Las Vegas Strip bookable through Hyatt channels, including Hyatt.com and the World of Hyatt mobile app, in the near future.

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Hotel Management

JUNE 18, 2024

Since reopening, Fiji’s tourism sector has seen record volumes of visitor arrivals, in particular from our key source markets of Australia, NZ, North America and China. The post Exclusive: Tourism Fiji CEO Brent Hill talks record results in a thriving market appeared first on Hotel Management.

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Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

IHG Hotels and Resorts is set to introduce its Voco hotel brand to the Sunshine Coast under an agreement with Sydney-based developer Felix Capital, as the region gears up for the arrival of the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

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Hotel Management

MARCH 5, 2025

SH Hotels and Resorts, the parent company of 1 Hotels, Baccarat Hotels, and Treehouse Hotels, has officially rebranded to Starwood Hotels, marking a revival of the iconic global brand. Starwood is poised for a new era of growth in 2025, with more than 40 properties open or in development across its three brands on four continents.

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Lodging

DECEMBER 18, 2023

DENVER, Colorado—Crescent Hotels & Resorts announced the addition of The Source Hotel & Market Hall to its Latitudes: Lifestyles by Crescent portfolio. The Source is a boutique hotel, market hall, and creative location in Denver’s RiNo Art District. The property offers 100 guestrooms with 20 suites.

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

Marriott International has marked another year of strong growth in the Asia Pacific excluding China (APEC) region, signing a record 109 deals across 11 markets, contributing 21,439 rooms to the region’s development pipeline, closing the year with 77,532 total rooms in the region’s year-end pipeline.

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Bagley joins from Choice Hotels Asia-Pac, where he recently served as Franchise Development Manager, successfully expanding the brands portfolio and contributing to significant revenue growth. At Kelsian Group, he played a key role in tourism product development understanding customer needs and developing market-driven products.

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