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Road to 2032: inside Accor’s game plan for growth in Queensland

Hotel Management

Despite the slow return of international travellers to Queensland, occupancy levels at Accor’s 96 hotels across the state are surging beyond 2019 occupancy levels thanks to strong domestic travel and the lure of major concerts and events.

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G6 Hospitality adds more than 150 corporate clients in 2025

Hotel Business

G6 Hospitality , the parent company of Motel 6 and Studio 6, has added more than 150 corporate clients this year. Natson Hotel Group, one of G6 Hospitality’s key franchises, saw more than 2x growth in corporate revenue in Q1 2025 vs. Q1 2024.

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Exclusive: Michael Johnson reflects on the first six months of Accommodation Australia

Hotel Management

We have a combination of perspectives, including the major five-star brands but also representatives for motels and independent hotels. When it comes to room rates and occupancy levels, what’s your outlook for next year? Sydney is starting to get back to pre-pandemic occupancies – in the 80%s range, which is great.

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‘Unquestionable momentum’: Christchurch a major drawcard for investors as visitation booms, Savills reports

Hotel Management

Christchurch’s 2024 summer was a stunner, setting record occupancy rates post-pandemic, and the projection is that 2025 will likewise have very high occupancy levels and drive international and national interest in hotel developments in Christchurch. “We

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What is hotel tax? Room occupancy and lodging tax guide

Little Hotelier

Hotel tax, also known as occupancy tax, lodging tax or bed tax, is a tax that US authorities impose on the rental of hotel rooms and other forms of short-term accommodation. Is hotel occupancy tax state or local? Texas hotel tax Texas imposes a statewide hotel occupancy tax of 6% , which only applies if the room rate is $15+/night.

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Why franchise a hotel: 5 best hotel franchises

SiteMinder

Budget brands like Motel 6 often have lower fees compared to luxury chains like Hilton or Marriott. Performance metrics : Discuss realistic goals for revenue and occupancy. Motel 6 Motel 6 is a well-known budget-friendly franchise that appeals to cost-conscious travellers.

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Hotel Tax Explained: Rates, Types & How It Works in 2025

Hotelogix

Hotel tax, often referred to as occupancy tax, lodging tax, or tourism tax, is a fee imposed on guests staying at hotels , motels, or other lodging facilities. In some regions, hotel occupancy tax collections are showing remarkable growth. For instance, in Bryan, Texas, Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) collections experienced a 19.4%