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Denis Stackeusky

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Despite global headwinds, owners and developers remain optimistic, finds Wyndham report

🏨 Hotel owners remain optimistic about the future five years out, with 80% planning to expand despite economic volatility. Surveys conducted in February and May by Wyndham Hotels & Resorts revealed that 98% are open to new branding, and 96% see growth potential in extended-stay hotels. Technology is pivotal, with 61% investing in streaming and digital keys, and 90% harnessing AI. Wyndham's focus on tech and loyalty programs has boosted franchisee retention to nearly 96%.
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CL Hotels taps Sage Hospitality to manage three independent properties

🏨 Sage Hospitality Group is partnering with CL Hotels, adding three properties: Hotel La Jolla (110 rooms) in San Diego, The Coachman Hotel (104 rooms) in Lake Tahoe, and Circa 39 Hotel (97 rooms) in Miami Beach. This strategic expansion, announced in 2025, enhances Sage’s presence in California and Florida. Hotel La Jolla underwent a multimillion-dollar renovation in 2024. Sage will manage operations and dining at select properties, aligning with their focus on lifestyle hotels in popular destinations.
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Hilton’s Tapestry Collection arrives in Tobago

🏨 Hilton plans to open the Elephant Tree Resort and Villas Tobago by 2028, marking the Tapestry Collection's debut in Roxborough, Tobago. The 21-acre beachfront site will feature 40 guestrooms and 126 branded residences. Amenities will include three pools, a spa, a fitness center, and 400 square feet of meeting space. Located near ANR Robinson International Airport, the resort will provide easy access to Argyle Falls and Speyside. Hilton aims to nearly double its Caribbean portfolio, with three additional projects in Trinidad and Tobago.
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Marriott adds two resorts in Portugal’s Algarve

🏟 Marriott International opened two properties in Portugal’s Algarve region: Algarve Marriott Salgados Golf Resort & Conference Centre and Marriott Residences Salgados Resort, Algarve. The Golf Resort has 228 rooms, four outdoor pools, and a 9,000 sqm conference center with a 1,596-seat auditorium. The Residences offer 192 units, ten pools, and sports courts. Key amenities include dining venues KAN.JO and Amara Terrazza. Both properties emphasize flexible spaces and authentic local experiences.
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Meyer Jabara expands in Florida with Hilton Garden Inn Tampa pick up

🏨 Meyer Jabara Hotels has taken over management of the Hilton Garden Inn Tampa Northwest/Oldsmar, entering the Tampa Bay market, with an 87-room hotel located 13 miles from Tampa International Airport. Owner Rogatien Krecek, who bought the property 18 months ago, noted a significant improvement in employee morale and financial metrics within 45 days. Accounts receivable fell to 50% or less, with improvements in occupancy and ADR. The hotel features a pool, fitness center, and more.
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Noble Investment Group makes WoodSpring haul

🏨 Noble Investment Group acquired 16 WoodSpring Suites hotels, enhancing its long-term accommodation portfolio. The deal, financial terms undisclosed, aligns with trends for affordable, flexible lodging. Noble, with $6 billion invested in U.S. hospitality, focuses on economic development and job creation. The acquisition strengthens its presence in the extended-stay market, targeting mobile workers. Atlanta-based, Noble is led by CEO Mit Shah, also a part-owner of the NBA's Atlanta Hawks, managing over $4 billion in assets.
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Kimpton opens its first Portugal resort in the Algarve

🏖️ Kimpton launched its first resort in Portugal on São Rafael Beach with Kimpton Atlântico Algarve. 🌊 The 149-room hotel, designed by Nini Andrade Silva, is near Albufeira and incorporates Mediterranean-inspired interiors. 🏨 The resort offers diverse dining options, a 1,800-square-meter Wellness Hub, and pet-friendly amenities. 🐾 Opened in May 2025, this marks an expansion in IHG’s luxury portfolio in Europe, joining other locations like London and Marbella. 📅
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PM Hotel Group adds Hotel Burg in Leesburg, Va.

🏨 PM Hotel Group will manage Hotel Burg, a new 39-room luxury boutique hotel, opening in August 2025 in Leesburg, Virginia. Set across three buildings, the hotel showcases local vinicultural and equestrian traditions. The Huntōn, its signature restaurant, features Michelin-starred chef Vincent Badiee. Amenities include The Chase private members’ club and The Manor 1858 event venue. This venture aligns with the group's strategic expansion in the Mid-Atlantic region.
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A-1 Hospitality breaks ground on AC Hotel in Kennewick, Wash.

🏨 A-1 Hospitality Group has commenced construction on a 163-room AC Hotels by Marriott in Kennewick, Washington, at the Three Rivers Convention Center. The five-story hotel will feature amenities such as an indoor pool, fitness center, rooftop restaurant and bar, and six meeting rooms covering 12,000 square feet for up to 450 guests. This project, part of a public-private partnership, aims to boost local economic growth. A-1 Hospitality operates 20 hotels across five states.
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Vision Hospitality breaks ground on dual-brand Home2/Tru in Tennessee

🏨 Vision Hospitality Group broke ground on a dual-branded Home2 Suites and Tru by Hilton in Lookout Valley, Tenn., expected to open in fall 2026. Located on a 10-acre site near Interstate 24, close to Chattanooga, it will feature 150 rooms (82 Home2 Suites, 68 Tru by Hilton). Amenities include a resort-style pool, poolside bar, and fitness center. Mitch Patel, CEO, aims to support Lookout Valley's growth with a vibrant hotel, retail, and dining destination.
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