Hotel Management

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Mandarin Oriental is set to make its arrival in Zurich with a city centre hotel opening over the coming months – the northern hemisphere winter. Located on the famous Paradeplatz, the hotel is close to high-end fashion houses, the historic old town and the promenade leading to Lake Zurich.

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Hotel Business

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

JLL ’s Hotels & Hospitality Group has closed the $55-million sale of six Hyatt Place-branded select-service hotels totaling 754-keys across the Southeast, Texas and Kansas. Each hotel was constructed between 1995 and 1997 and features 126 guestrooms, except for the hotel in Georgia which has 124 rooms.

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Hotel Management

APRIL 18, 2023

L a Vie Hotels and Resorts has signed an agreement with YOO, the renowned international interior design and lifestyle group, to bring two of their flagship hospitality brands – the upper upscale YOO2 Hotel and luxury By YOO villas to Phuket. The Forest by YOO promises to be the most exciting new development in Patong.

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Hotel Management

AUGUST 7, 2023

With its plethora of exciting and enticing bars and restaurants, luxurious suites, infinity pools, day spa treatments and a brilliant executive lounge, the JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach truly offers an exceptional stay in the Lion City, be it for work or leisure. James Wilkinson checks-in.

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Hotel Management

MARCH 10, 2024

Located within Woolooware Bay Town Centre – a precinct that includes a shopping centre, waterfront parklands, a shared pedestrian/cycle path, outdoor fitness zones and children’s playground – Quest Woolooware Bay is close to the ocean, golf courses and PointsBet Stadium.

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

It has raised the bar on hotel accommodation, and elevated the guest experience, in the holiday hotspot of Airlie Beach. The hotel also now offers a reimagined room service offering, a new poolside cocktail service, and a full resort high speed Wi-Fi upgrade. Their incredible vision is evident in every detail of this project.”

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Hotel Management

JUNE 8, 2023

Doma Hotels’ Canberra-based property Hotel Realm has opened a new flagship restaurant under the direction of two-hatted chef Ben Willis. The Louis restaurant, based in the Barton’s Realm Precinct within the hotel, will offer a classical European dining experience with a menu of predominantly South of France and Provencal cuisine.

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Hotel Management

JANUARY 8, 2024

Marriott International is sharpening its focus on luxury with the appointment of Krister Svensson as Multi Property Vice President, Luxury Hotels Australia and General Manager at W Melbourne. How is the luxury hotel market evolving in Australia? Marriott has been in the luxury and lifestyle hotel market for a long time.

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Hotel Management

OCTOBER 26, 2023

EVT has unveiled the latest hotel in its fast-growing Independent Collection with the official reopening of The Capitol Hotel in Sydney’s bustling inner-city suburb of Haymarket. EVT’s Culinary Director Adam Petta has guided the hotel’s food and beverage offering, The Capitol Kitchen and Bar, which is located on the lobby level.

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Hotel Management

MAY 30, 2023

West Hotel Sydney is stepping up its presence during Vivid, bringing the outside in with a series of colourful and immersive activations. Given the hotel’s close proximity to the Vivid light walk, Hotel Manager Nathan Kengike is already seeing results from the activation.

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Designed to deliver personalised experiences for members, Brilliant by Langham offers members special room rates across 30 hotels – under The Langham Hotels and Resorts, Cordis Hotels and Resorts, Eaton and Ying’nFlo brands – and discounts at over 100 restaurants.

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Hotel Management

APRIL 17, 2024

A dramatic u-shaped marble bar will take centre stage in the new venue, with multiple areas throughout, including a leafy outdoor setting, the bar, high table options for large groups, and more intimate dining spaces set into alcoves.

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Hotel Management

JULY 11, 2023

The newly transformed Rydges Melbourne unveils its signature restaurant on Wednesday July 19, ahead of the hotel’s official reopening next week. Award-winning Executive Chef Paul Griffiths and his team bring culinary expertise and a contemporary flair to the table at the new dining venue.

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Hotel Management

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The iconic Adelaide General Post Office (GPO) building will open under the Marriott Hotels brand in mid-2024, following a signing between Marriott International and Greaton Group. The 285-room Adelaide Marriott Hotel will mark the flagship brand’s debut in the state, joining Marriott Hotels in Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney.

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Hotel Management

MARCH 26, 2024

Marriott International has delivered its fifth hotel in Western Australia with the opening of Courtyard by Marriott Perth, Murdoch, marking the brand’s entry into the state. We’re very excited to partner with Hesperia,” Hunt said, acknowledging Hesperia leaders Adrian Fini and Ben Lisle for their efforts to bring the hotel to fruition.

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Hotel Business

MARCH 22, 2024

Hotel Landy, a Tribute Portfolio hotel, has opened on Orlando’s Universal Boulevard, close to the city’s theme parks, the Orange County Convention Center and Orlando International Airport. The post Hotel Landy opens in Orlando appeared first on hotelbusiness.com.

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Hotel Designs

MAY 9, 2024

Image credit: Alex Jeffries The heart of Dubai Creek Harbour has transformed into an island, featuring an evergreen central park, a beautiful marina, a yacht club, a viewing point, and a selection of hotels and dining venues. This new concept serves as a vibrant pool lounge during the day, transforming into a trendy evening venue.

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Hotel Business

OCTOBER 31, 2023

The Hotel Weyanoke in Farmville, VA, has been acquired by Ascend Capital Group in partnership with Taylor Hospitality. “We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Ascend Capital Group, as we embark on the acquisition of the esteemed Hotel Weyanoke,” said Sean Taylor, CEO, Taylor Hospitality.

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Demand Calendar

JUNE 7, 2023

However, it's important to note that having control over the guest experience doesn't necessarily mean that the hotel has to perform every service itself. Outsourcing can still be valuable if the hotel maintains strict quality control and ensures all outsourced services align with its brand and customer expectations.

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Hotel Designs

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Hotel Designs Hotel San Cristóbal unveils new layers of luxury Hotel San Cristóbal unveils new layers of luxury Hotel San Cristóbal, the Bunkhouse group’s first international property, has revealed a handful of new additions to the boutique property.

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Hotel Management

MAY 2, 2023

Wyndham Hotels and Resorts is set to grow its operational Australasia portfolio to more than 50 hotels by the end of the year with the announcement of four key signings as well as two openings in the region. Wyndham Garden Suites Lake Tekapo is a 60-key hotel will be operated by the company’s longstanding partner Marsden Group.

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Hotel Business

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Hotel management company PM Hotel Group has been selected to assume management of the Aloft Katy Mills. “Aloft Katy Mills’ prime location and contemporary amenities align perfectly with our vision for providing exceptional guest experiences,” said Ethan Kramer, chief investment and development officer, PM Hotel Group.

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Boutique Hotel News

JUNE 14, 2023

UK: Property consultancy Knight Frank has been appointed to sell the Wyndham Trenython Manor Hotel, a historic manor house hotel and resort in south Cornwall, for offers in excess of £2,750,000. The Victorian manor house hotel sits on 24 acres of land close to the harbour town of Fowey.

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Hotel Business

MARCH 29, 2024

JLL ’s Hotels & Hospitality group has arranged the sale of the 127-room Hyatt Place Pittsburgh Airport/Robinson Mall in Pittsburgh. The hotel is primarily supported by airport demand. The property features an indoor pool, fitness center and on-site dining. JLL worked on behalf of the seller and procured the buyer.

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Intelity

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Forced modifiers are just one way upselling in hotels can be maximized During a busy time of the year, like the start of the holiday season which we are quickly approaching, hotels are continually looking for strategies to drive non-room revenue. Train Staff Regularly Staff training is critical to the success of upselling in hotels.

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Hotel Business

JULY 6, 2023

At HITEC Toronto, DISH Business introduced its OnStream platform and LG Electronics showcased Apple AirPlay on its hotel TVs as the first provider to offer the service in guestrooms. OnStream provides guests with an experience while offering hotels the opportunity to stand out from competitors.”

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Hotel Business

MARCH 13, 2024

Hotel operator HEI Hotels & Resorts has added the Doubletree by Hilton Atlanta-Roswell and DoubleTree by Hilton Atlanta – Alpharetta to its portfolio, bringing the total number of hotels managed in the metropolitan Atlanta market to 14. Both properties are owned by The RADCO Companies. “We of meeting space.

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Hotel Designs

JANUARY 23, 2024

Image credit: Raffles Hotels & Resorts Developed in collaboration with GFH Financial Group, the ‘palace of the secret garden’ is both spacious and intimate. Image credit: Raffles Hotels & Resorts Wellbeing and reconnection with the natural world are at the heart of Raffles Bahrain.

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Boutique Hotel News

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

US: Grayson Hotel, a new build property part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt , has opened in New York City. Owned, developed and managed by the Fortuna Hotel Collection, the project marks the first Unbound Collection by Hyatt hotel in the city. Grayson Hotel is all about celebrating what makes New York, New York.”

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Hotel Business

MAY 1, 2024

Our hotel is a notch above the rest in the downtown Chicago area, with unique dining options suited for every taste and a curated experience designed to bring all of the comforts of home to you while away,” said Tommie Van, GM, Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile.

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Hotel Management

DECEMBER 12, 2023

The hotel also offers a restaurant, gymnasium, and tour desk. Sue McLennan, Hotel Manager at Oaks Resort and Spa Hervey Bay expresses enthusiasm about the reopening, stating, “We are thrilled to unveil the transformed pool facilities at Oaks Hervey Bay Resort and Spa.

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Hotel Designs

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

Hotel Designs Minor Hotels to make its debut in Paris in 2024 Minor Hotels to make its debut in Paris in 2024 Minor Hotels will launch three new hotels in Paris in 2024 and 2025 under its NH Hotels and NH Collection brands. Here’s what we know.

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Hotel Business

JULY 31, 2023

MCR has acquired two hotels in Phoenix. With the acquisition of these hotels, MCR has nine hotels in the Grand Canyon State. The hotel is 1.5 The 121-room Hampton Inn Phoenix-Biltmore is located off Camelback Road and half a mile from the Biltmore Fashion Park, a destination for shopping, dining and nightlife.

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Hotel Business

MAY 16, 2023

This elevated boutique hotel and dining destination is the brand’s first property and the company’s first lifestyle hotel in the city. The hotel is also close to Yerba Buena Gardens and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. Hilton has opened Canopy by Hilton San Francisco SoMa. of event space.

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Hotel Business

AUGUST 18, 2023

The Westin Atlanta Perimeter North has completed a multimillion-dollar renovation that touched on all aspects of the hotel, including public spaces and guestrooms/suites, and added a new café and marketplace called Perimeter Provisions. The improvements also added cabanas with firepits on the hotel’s SAVOR Patio.

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Hotel Designs

MARCH 13, 2024

As part of this, and as a way of further celebrating the region’s cultural heritage, the hotel also collaborated with renowned Qatari contemporary artist, Shouq Al-Mana. The all-day dining restaurant, Spuntino , spills onto the sprawling terraces, pools, and secluded beach.

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Hotel Management

JUNE 22, 2023

His career with Mandarin Oriental hotels has taken him to positions at hotels in Madrid, Barcelona, Canouan Island, Costa Navarino (opening in Summer 2023), Bangkok and Taipei. “I This allows us to take guests on that journey when they dine with us.” We are working with some of Australia’s most respected producers.

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