Automatic - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 108

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Palladium Hotel Group Announces the Official Re-Opening of Grand Palladium Select Bavaro and Family Selection in Punta Cana

🏨 Palladium Hotel Group reopened Grand Palladium Select Bávaro and Family Selection at Grand Palladium Select Bávaro in Punta Cana after a $61.5 million renovation in 2023. Grand Palladium Select Collection, launched in 2025, is now in Costa Mujeres, Riviera Maya, and Ibiza. The renovation enhances guest experiences with upgraded dining, themed events, and exclusive facilities for families, including personalized butler service, dedicated children’s areas, and exclusive adult access to TRS Turquesa Hotel.

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Maisons et Hôtels Sibuet Reopens Lodge Park, Megève

🏖️ Lodge Park in Megève reopens after a year-long transformation, reducing from 49 rooms to 28 suites. The new Longevity Spa features advanced therapies and a 12-meter pool. Rates start at €968/night. Lodge Park closes on March 22, 2026, and reopens in July with a new outdoor pool. The Beef Lodge serves premium cuts, including Japanese Wagyu. Summer 2026 will introduce a three-bedroom chalet, La Grande Ourse.

100% of RIU’s hotels have the ECOSTARS certification, an important sustainability milestone

🏨 RIU Hotels & Resorts, founded in Mallorca in 1953, certified all 98 operational hotels in 21 countries under ECOSTARS, the leading ESG platform, becoming the first chain globally to do so. This milestone, a year ahead of its 2026 target, aligns with its Proudly Committed (2023-2026) strategy. In 2024, RIU hosted 6.7 million guests and employed 38,055 people. The certification optimizes resources, attracts ESG-conscious travelers, and mitigates regulatory risks.

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U.S. hotel results for week ending 13 December

🏨 U.S. hotel industry data for 7-13 December 2025 reveals mixed results compared to 2024. Occupancy was 58.6% (-1.6%), ADR reached $156.46 (+0.4%), while RevPAR stood at $91.76 (-1.1%). New Orleans experienced the most significant declines in ADR (-18.3%) and RevPAR (-29.9%) due to an event comparison. Tampa's occupancy dropped by 14.3%, and Washington, D.C., saw ADR and RevPAR decrease by 12.9% and 24.2%, respectively. CoStar's performance sample includes over 90,000 properties worldwide.

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IHG Hotels & Resorts’ Vignette Collection Debuts in Africa with the Introduction of Fairview Hotel Nairobi

🏨 Fairview Hotel Nairobi, a 99-room boutique hotel in Kenya, becomes the first African property in IHG's Vignette Collection, which aims to have 100 hotels in 10 years. This urban oasis features 20th-century architecture, nine event spaces, and three restaurants. Vignette Collection, IHG's first collection brand, includes 27 open hotels and 41 in development globally. Guests benefit from the IHG One Rewards loyalty program, offering tailored rewards through its new mobile app.

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Valanti Group and Ennismore Bring SLS Residences to Bangkok

🏠 SLS Residences Bangkok Sukhumvit 24, developed by Valanti Group in partnership with Ennismore, marks the first SLS-branded residences in Asia-Pacific. Scheduled to unveil in early 2026 in Bangkok's Sukhumvit 24, it promises world-class amenities and exclusive Accor Ownership Benefits. Following successes in Dubai, SLS aims to redefine luxury living in Thailand, enhancing Bangkok's status as a premier global luxury destination.

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Rimrock Banff to Reopen as First Emblems Collection Hotel in North America in Summer 2026

🏖️ Rimrock Banff will reopen in summer 2026 as the first Emblems Collection hotel in North America, located in Banff National Park. The revamped resort will feature 320 redesigned rooms with mountain views, wellness amenities, and access to over 2,500 square miles of wilderness. Guests will enjoy four new culinary experiences and 18,000 square feet of event space, offering a unique blend of luxury and nature that redefines mountain hospitality.

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Sonesta Grows NPA Franchise Portfolio with the Transition of 45 Hotels

🏨 Sonesta International Hotels Corporation, headquartered in Newton, MA, announced the opening of 45 hotels under franchise with NPA, a private equity firm, in November. This expansion includes 30 Sonesta ES Suites, 14 Sonesta Select Hotels, and 1 Sonesta Simply Suites across 15 U.S. states. This follows Sonesta's 2024 plan to sell 113 managed properties, boosting their franchise portfolio, which includes 62,444 rooms across 886 properties by September. NPA plans to add 10 more properties over 36 months.

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First Hospitality’s Outlook: What’s Next for Hotel Stays in 2026

📌 First Hospitality aims to navigate 2026's economic challenges with technology and AI integration. In 2025, they recorded 150 promotions and reduced key leadership role fill times to under 30 days, maintaining a 4.3/5 Glassdoor rating. Their sales teams increased occupancy by 3% and RevPAR index by 1.3%, outperforming the national average. They anticipate modest RevPAR growth in 2026, leveraging AI, local insights, and strategic segmentation to drive rate strength amidst changing traveler behavior.

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The Smart Office Manager AI Toolkit

💻 Office Manager AI Toolkit from Pertlink targets practical AI use for office managers, enhancing leadership while maintaining human decision-making. Key tools: ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini. Ethical guidelines ensure transparency and data protection. Objective: shift office managers from reactive to proactive leadership. Pertlink, established October 23, 2000, specializes in hospitality IT consulting, based in Hong Kong, recognized globally for expertise in hotel technology. Download the toolkit [here](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-SVvbFqaVxaZmtmzY9HV-rIWsFkEA4v5/view?usp=sharing).

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