Corina Duma - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 3

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Wyndham Opens Tryp by Wyndham, The Hague Scheveningen, Expanding Dutch Portfolio to Five Hotels Across Four Brands

🏨 Wyndham Hotels and Resorts has launched Tryp by Wyndham in The Hague Scheveningen, marking its first Dutch market entry. The 90-room hotel, located on the North Sea coast, underwent full renovation while preserving its historic 1960s identity. Located 30km from Rotterdam The Hague Airport, it features facilities like a fitness center, sauna, and event space for 100 guests. This new addition increases Wyndham's portfolio to five hotels across four brands in the Netherlands.

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Safestay Kensington Holland Park Leasehold in London Marketed for Over £3 Million with 331 Bed Spaces

🏨 Safestay Kensington Holland Park in London is on the market for over £3 million. Built in 1605, it includes 38 bedrooms and 331 bed spaces. Located on Holland Park Avenue, it's close to the underground station and available without branding. The sale follows a successful transaction of Safestay Glasgow. According to Christie and Co, the demand for budget accommodation in Central London is high, driven by tourism and events, with significant hostel sales occurring in early 2026.

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Savvy Collective Joins West Cheshire and North Wales Chamber of Commerce to Boost Regional Hospitality Economy

🏨 Savvy Collective has joined the West Cheshire and North Wales Chamber of Commerce as a patron member. Founded by Steven Hesketh in Chester, the company has grown from a single hotel into a diverse portfolio, including The Chester Townhouse and Hotel Wrexham. UK hotel transaction volumes reached £1.6 billion in Q1 2026, with Chester seeing a 2% rise in new licensed venues. The group operates in management, consultancy, education, events, and investment sectors, supporting regional growth and infrastructure.

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Wyndham Signs 25 Hotels, Opens 13 Properties Across EMEA, Expanding Regional Portfolio to Over 750 Hotels

🏨 Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, in the first half of 2026, signed 25 hotels and opened 13 properties across Europe, the Middle East, Eurasia, and Africa, expanding to 750+ hotels with 99,000+ rooms. Türkiye led developments, with new openings like TRYP by Wyndham Istanbul Maltepe. In Southern Europe and CIS, they added locations in Portugal and Uzbekistan. Eleven new agreements were signed in India, and five projects in the UAE and Saudi Arabia.

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Parliamentary Report Warns Proposed 5% Visitor Levy Could Harm English Tourism, Recommends Safeguards and VAT Reduction

💸 30 July: The APPG for Hospitality and Tourism released findings on a proposed 5% visitor levy on English overnight accommodations, warning of risks to tourism spending, investment, and employment, especially in coastal and rural areas. Recommendations include a full regulatory assessment, reducing VAT to 10%, consistent national regulations, and a minimum 12-month implementation period. It stresses fair engagement with the industry and transparent reinvestment of levy revenues for economic growth.

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Hyatt Hotels Reports 5.9% RevPAR Increase in Q2 2026, Net Income Reaches $110 Million

🏨 Hyatt Hotels reported a 5.9% increase in RevPAR in Q2 2026, with net income reaching $110m, up to 30 June. Gross fee income grew 7.8% to $324m. Despite regional challenges like Middle East conflicts impacting RevPAR by 110 basis points, leisure and group bookings surged. RevPAR at all-inclusive resorts fell by 1.2% due to Mexico's security issues. The addition of 3,585 rooms, including the first Miraval site outside the US, contributed to growth.

ZenStay Expands California Presence with Tech-Enabled Hotels in Santa Barbara, South Lake Tahoe, Santa Cruz, and Solvang

🏨 ZenStay has expanded in California, opening tech-enabled hotel properties in Santa Barbara, South Lake Tahoe, Santa Cruz, and Solvang. The hotels offer self-check-in, kitchens, Wi-Fi, and smart TVs, with human support available from 5am to 1am PST. A notable project includes transforming a 1920s church into a 37-room hotel. ZenStay plans to further increase its property count statewide. Founder Arvand Sabetian emphasizes unique experiences and seamless hospitality for each guest.

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Cheval Collection Appoints Alyona Antonenko as General Counsel to Drive Expansion in London and Dubai

📈 Cheval Collection has appointed Alyona Antonenko as general counsel. Antonenko, with over 20 years of cross-border hospitality experience, joins to support company expansion in London and Dubai. Cheval Collection, managing over 950 units, opened Cheval Maison – Expo City Dubai in March 2025, and plans openings in Riyadh and Sulaymaniyah in 2027 and 2028, respectively. The company aims to leverage its 45-year heritage for growth. Mohammed Alawadhi, Managing Director, welcomes her expertise.

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Accor's Handwritten Collection Expands to UK, Signaling Growth in Collection Brands Amid Rising Demand for Unique Hotels

🏨 In 2023, the Handwritten Collection will enter the UK with The Queen at Chester Hotel, reflecting the rise of collection brands. Accor’s collection brands include approximately 180 open hotels with over 115 in the pipeline. MGallery has 125 hotels globally, and Emblems opened its first hotel in the UK. Handwritten Collection expanded to 40 hotels in 20 countries. Collection brands offer individuality while leveraging global brand platforms, with a significant growth opportunity in the under-penetrated UK market.

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