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JP Hospitality launches hotel brand under old-school airline name

📍 JP Hospitality launched the PAN AM HOTEL brand on October 7, 2025, at Expo Real in Munich. The brand, inspired by the defunct airline, focuses on airport hotels with mid-century modern design and 24/7 services. CEO Gebhard Schachermayer emphasized quality without high prices. The first hotels will open at European airports in 2028. The launch included events on October 8, 2025, at Hotel Bayerischer Hof. PAN AM HOTEL aims to fill a market gap in airport hospitality.

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Rocco Forte taps new GMs and managing director for The Carlton Milan

🏨 Rocco Forte Hotels has appointed five new leaders for its properties. Anna Gricini becomes General Manager of Hotel de la Ville, Rome, while Maximilian Von Reden takes over as General Manager of Hotel Amigo, Brussels. Matteo Gentile will lead Hotel Savoy, Florence starting November 3. Ulrich Schwer is now at The Charles Hotel, Munich. Francesco Roccato, Managing Director of Northern Italy, will also oversee The Carlton Milan, opening on November 6, 2025.

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Signia by Hilton Savannah breaks ground

📌 Savannah Convention Center Authority and Hilton have started construction on the 444-room Signia by Hilton Savannah, set to open in mid-2028. This hotel, located on Savannah's riverfront campus, will be the headquarters for the Savannah Convention Center. The project boasts over 34,000 square feet of meeting space, a 13,000-square-foot ballroom, and five food and beverage outlets. It highlights Hilton's expanding presence, following the 2024 opening of Signia by Hilton Atlanta.

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Fordham launches hospitality program

🏨 Fordham School of Professional and Continuing Studies, part of Fordham Real Estate Institute, launches a new hospitality program in 2025. The program includes a Master of Science in Hospitality, advanced certificates in Hotel Management, and Hospitality Investment and Development. It kicks off with the “Business of Hospitality” series on November 4, 2025, featuring leaders from MCR Hotels, Highgate, Marriott, and Colliers. The initiative prepares students for leadership roles through degrees, certificates, and industry panels.

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Peachtree Group sets record with $2.5B in private credit deals

💵 Peachtree Group, through September 2025, completed over $2 billion in private credit transactions across 77 deals, aiming for $2.5 billion by year-end. In 2024, they deployed $1.6 billion—a 54% increase from 2023. Notable deals include: $176.5 million for Rio Hotel & Casino (Las Vegas) and $68.2 million for AC Hotel (Seattle). With $3 trillion in U.S. commercial real estate debt maturing by 2028, private credit demand continues to rise.

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Populus Denver names new GM

🌳 Populus Hotels appointed Manfred Steuerwald as general manager of Populus Denver, which opened in October 2024. Steuerwald, with 40 years in hospitality, will lead the 265-room, carbon-positive hotel focusing on sustainability. Populus Denver, created by Urban Villages with Aparium Hotel Group, implements zero-waste systems and the One Night, One Tree program, reflecting its commitment to nature. Steuerwald previously held roles at Hyatt properties and aims to enhance the hotel’s eco-friendly mission.

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Germany’s H World opens Zleep Hotel in Hamburg

🏨 Zleep Hotel Hamburg Volkspark opened near Hamburg’s Volksparkstadion and Barclays Arena. With 204 rooms and digital check-in, it emphasizes Danish design. Steigenberger Hotels GmbH's CEO, Dr. Stephan Hungeling, highlights its expansion in Hamburg with seven hotels. The hotel offers parking, bicycle spaces, a lounge, and a snack bar. Eidelstedt S-Bahn station is a 10-minute walk, and the A7 motorway is 3 minutes by car. This is the second Zleep hotel in Germany after Frankfurt-Kelsterbach, with more locations planned.

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Government policies have affected hotel brands, but it’s the owners who are really feeling the squeeze

🏨 Executives at The Lodging Conference in Phoenix, including David Pepper from Choice Hotels, discussed the hospitality industry facing challenges due to policy changes and tariffs. In August, Highside Companies secured $500 million from Apollo for Everhome Suites expansion. Interest rates have seen one cut with two more expected. Wyndham introduced Dazzler Select, and Hilton launched Outset Collection. IHG acquired Ruby Hotels and opened it for U.S. franchising. Operating costs remain a concern, but opportunities exist amid muted supply growth.

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Nobu Hospitality announces new hotel and restaurant in Nashville

🏨 Nobu Hospitality plans to open Nobu Hotel and Restaurant Nashville along the Cumberland River in the East Bank district. Featuring 120 rooms and suites by Foster + Partners, it will include a Nobu restaurant, event spaces, a fitness center, spa, and a rooftop pool with skyline views. Partnering with Oracle, the hotel aims to complement Nashville’s culture and culinary scene. Located near downtown, it provides easy access to Broadway, Nissan Stadium, and more.

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Drury Hotels breaks ground on Plaza Hotel in Mobile, Ala.

🏨 Drury Hotels is constructing the Drury Plaza Hotel Mobile in Mobile, Alabama, on the site of a former Drury Inn & Suites. This will be Alabama's fifth Drury hotel. The hotel will feature 186 rooms, over 1,900 sq. ft. of meeting space, free hot breakfast, complimentary evening snacks, free Wi-Fi, and amenities like a 24-hour business center, outdoor pool, and spa. Flexible meeting space accommodates up to 270 attendees.

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