Lodging

JUNE 26, 2025

MIAMI, Florida—Rentyl Resorts has been named the exclusive hospitality partner and property manager for the retail environment of Miami Worldcenter.

Resorts

Hotel Management

JUNE 19, 2025

Wyndham Hotels and Resorts’ economy brand Days Inn is experiencing strong growth in China, marking the opening of its 100 th hotel with the opening of Days Inn by Wyndham Shantou Jinping. The brand now spans approximately 60 major cities across China including Beijing, Chengdu and Harbin.

Branding

Hotel Management

JULY 15, 2025

Marriott International has signed an agreement with Ventive Hospitality to open seven hotels, as part of a portfolio deal comprising 1,548-keys across five brands. This includes multiple brand debuts with a Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Sri Lanka, Marriott Hotels & Resorts in Varanasi, Courtyard by Marriott in Mundra (Gujarat) and Moxy in Pune.

Hotels

Lodging

JUNE 18, 2025

CHICAGO, Illinois—Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced the completed acquisition of Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V., an owner, operator, and developer of all-inclusive resorts in Mexico, the Dominican Republic, and Jamaica. This transaction includes the acquisition of 15 all-inclusive resorts previously managed and owned by Playa.

Resorts

Lodging

JUNE 27, 2025

Scott Duff, vice president of development, Canada for IHG Hotels & Resorts, said, “The voco hotels brand has emerged as a remarkable success within the IHG premium portfolio, as both owners and guests are drawn to its distinctive properties that seamlessly blend the individualism of each location with the reassurance of a brand […] (..)

Hotels

Lodging

JULY 14, 2025

DELHI—Wyndham Hotels & Resorts announced a new strategic alliance with Cygnett Hotels & Resorts that will not only introduce its La Quinta by Wyndham and Registry Collection Hotels brands to the country but is expected to add more than 60 hotels across India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Nepal over the next 10 years.

Resorts

Lodging

JULY 9, 2025

announced it has signed an agreement with Ventive Hospitality to open seven hotels, as part of a portfolio deal comprising 1,548 keys across five brands. This includes multiple brand debuts with a Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Sri Lanka, Marriott Hotels & Resorts in Varanasi, Courtyard by Marriott in Mundra (Gujarat), and Moxy in Pune.

Hospitality

Hotel Management

JANUARY 7, 2025

As a result of our efforts, interest levels in our luxury and flagship brand, The Langham Hotels and Resorts, have been notably resilient this notwithstanding the labour and supply chain cost pressures that have challenged Australasia of late.

Market

Hotel Management

JULY 17, 2025

Novotel Sydney Cabramatta will form part of Australia’s first integrated club resort, with owner Cabra-Vale Diggers unveiling plans for the redevelopment and a brand repositioning at its centenary celebrations on Wednesday evening. The 140-room hotel with resort-style pool will be led by Sam Fakih, as Pre-Opening General Manager.

Resorts

Hotel Management

JUNE 19, 2025

Minor Hotels has acquired a 110-key resort at Thredbo Valley in the Snowy Mountains, which it has repositioned under its Oaks brand. This resort positions us well to tap into rising demand for wellness and experience-based travel, striking an ideal balance between scenery, relaxation, self-care and outdoor activities.”

Resorts

eHotelier

JUNE 30, 2025

Renowned globally with over 1200 open hotels, IHG’s Holiday Inn brand has consistently evolved over the years, placing guests at the center of its innovations and earning the status as one of the world’s most loved, trusted and recognized hotel brands. Suppliers Research Podcast Careers Events All Insights Podcasts eLearning Tech.Ex

Resorts

Hotel Management

JULY 10, 2025

Mandala Hotels and Resorts has acquired 20-hectare Moreton Bay retreat, Mercure Clear Mountain, expanding its portfolio to an asset base exceeding $250 million, with more than 30 locations and over 2,000 keys across Australia. Mandala has appointed seasoned hospitality executive Geoff Clark as General Manager, to lead the transformation.

General Manager

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.

General Manager

Hotel Business

JULY 21, 2025

Ensemble Investments LLC has completed the more than $15 million renovation and repositioning of the former Vintners Resort into Vinarosa Resort & Spa in Santa Rosa, CA. The resort’s transformation was conceived and executed by Ensemble in partnership with hospitality design firm ARCSINE.

Resorts

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

Resorts

MediaBoom

JULY 7, 2025

Types of Brand Storytelling for Hotels Storytelling Tips Common Mistakes to Avoid in Hotel Brand Storytelling Case Studies Discover the strategies that transform simple bookings into emotional connections, turning visitors into lifelong advocates of your brand. Your brand story doesn’t stop once a guest books a room.

Branding

Hotel Business

JULY 1, 2025

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation has entered into a strategic alliance with AKEN Hotels & Resorts LLC , a hotel group with a growing presence across South America and the Caribbean. The post Sonesta partners with AKEN Hotels & Resorts appeared first on hotelbusiness.com.

Resorts

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.

Retail

Hotel Business

JUNE 18, 2025

Hyatt Hotels Corporation has completed the acquisition of Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V. , the owner, operator and developer of all-inclusive resorts in Mexico, the Dominican Republic and Jamaica. This transaction includes the acquisition of 15 all-inclusive resorts previously managed and owned by Playa.

Resorts

SiteMinder

JULY 20, 2025

What is a travel brand? A travel brand is an entity that makes a promise to guests about the experience they will have during their stay at a hotel, and the proof that is delivered at every touchpoint. Technology that syncs rates, availability and content across channels keeps the story straight and avoids brand-damaging surprises.

Branding

Hotel Management

JULY 6, 2025

He joins from Sofitel Sydney Wentworth, where he led a AU$70 million transformation and relaunch of the property last year, and has previously held senior roles across several Accor properties, including Pullman Magenta Shores Resort, Pullman Quay Grand Sydney Harbour, and Sofitel Sydney Wentworth.

General Manager

eHotelier

JULY 24, 2025

Alongside Golden Group Holding, the deal marks the first signing of the voco brand in the Sultanate of Oman, further expanding IHG’s premium portfolio across the Middle East. Launched in 2018, voco is IHG’s fastest-growing premium brand, already making its mark with openings and signings across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.

Resorts

Lodging

JULY 10, 2025

MCLEAN, Virginia—Conrad Hotels & Resorts announced the launch of Conrad 1/3/5, a brand program designed to deliver curated experiences for guests. The new brand […] The post Conrad Hotels & Resorts Launches Conrad 1/3/5 Program appeared first on LODGING Magazine.

Resorts

eHotelier

JULY 2, 2025

Considered a sacred spot by the first Polynesian settlers who have called it home in centuries-old village of Kaʻūpūlehu, Kona Village Resort was first established in 1965 and run by a husband and wife team who welcomed guests for decades with a charming ‘ohana (family) spirit. Let’s start with your career to date.

Resorts

Lodging

JULY 1, 2025

NEWTON, Massachusetts—Sonesta International Hotels Corporation announced the execution of a strategic alliance with AKEN Hotels & Resorts LLC. A benefit […] The post Sonesta Executes Definitive Agreement With AKEN Hotels & Resorts appeared first on LODGING Magazine.

Resorts

Hotel Management

MAY 20, 2025

Accors global presence spans across 5,600 hotels in more than 110 countries, operating across 45 brands. This announcement reflects Accor’s commitment to partner with world-class providers to enhance consistency, efficiency, uphold brand standards, and connectivity across their portfolio.

Sales

eHotelier

JULY 16, 2025

The 130 room ANA Holiday Inn Kobe Sanda, currently The Celecton Premier Kobe Sanda Hotel, and the 126 room ANA Holiday Inn Tosu, currently, Hotel Bientos, will both undergo extensive renovations and convert to the much-loved Holiday Inn brand in 2026. Suppliers Research Podcast Careers Events All Insights Podcasts eLearning Tech.Ex

Branding

eHotelier

JULY 21, 2025

As a newcomer to the competitive Greek resort market, Ella Resorts understood from the outset the importance of embedding a data-driven revenue strategy to support its rapid growth and diverse property portfolio. Suppliers Research Podcast Careers Events All Insights Podcasts eLearning Tech.Ex

Resorts

STAAH

JUNE 17, 2025

Custom Branding : Your booking experience should look and feel just like the rest of your website. Why STAAH SwiftBook Stands Out STAAH SwiftBook is built to convert, it is fast, flexible, and fully tailored to your brand. This not only attracts experience-seeking travellers but also strengthens your local brand identity.

Cancellation

Hotel Management

JULY 20, 2025

is expanding the Accor Vacation Club brand with the formation of a new Asia-based vacation club, following its acquisition of the brand’s licensing rights last year. currently serves more than 100,000 members and oversees more than 100 club resorts outside of North America with a total club asset portfolio in excess of US$1 billion.

Travel

Hotel Business

JULY 23, 2025

It continued to expand its luxury and lifestyle brands bringing the portfolio to more than 1,000 hotels across the world.

Pipeline

Hotel Management

JUNE 26, 2025

Marriott International currently operates five iconic properties across Fiji: Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay, Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort, Sheraton Denarau Villas, Sheraton Resort & Spa, Tokoriki Island, and The Westin Fiji Golf Resort & Spa, which is undergoing a multi-million-dollar refurbishment.

Pipeline

Lodging

JULY 14, 2025

PONCE, Puerto Rico, and MIAMI, Florida—Hilton announced the signing of Spark by Hilton Ponce, marking the upcoming debut of the brand in the Caribbean and Latin America. Slated to open in late 2025 in Ponce, Spark by Hilton Ponce will represent another market first for the fastest launch-to-open brand in Hilton’s history.

Branding

Hotel News Resource

JULY 3, 2025

Article - Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts Achieves +71% Growth in Website Active Users and +5% Boost in Conversion Rate With Cendyn Web - How Sri Lanka’s leading hospitality brand transformed digital guest experiences to drive remarkable growth

Resorts

Hotel Management

JULY 17, 2025

She has held senior roles at prestigious brands including Rocco Forte Hotels, Mandarin Oriental, Starwood Hotels and Resorts and Langham. “We We are delighted to see Charlotte take this post as General Manager at Corinthia London – an iconic hotel in the city and for our brand,” said Corinthia Hotels CEO, Simon Casson.

General Manager

Hotel Business

JULY 11, 2025

Hilton has reached a major milestone, surpassing 500 open hotels across Florida, fueled in part by its expanding portfolio of lifestyle brands, including the upcoming debut of Tempo by Hilton in the Sunshine State. The post Hilton surpasses 500 hotels in Florida appeared first on hotelbusiness.com.

Pipeline

Hotel News Resource

JULY 1, 2025

Article - Sarena de Muro Resort Mallorca Opens Under Destination by Hyatt Brand - Hyatt Hotels Corporation has opened Sarena de Muro Resort Mallorca, marking the debut of the Destination by Hyatt brand in Mallorca, Spain.

Branding