HOTELSMag.com - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 13

1 min

Davidson Hospitality names EVP & managing director for luxury & international division

📈 Davidson Hospitality Group has appointed Steve Contos as Executive Vice President, Managing Director – Luxury & International to enhance its luxury and international markets. Previously, Contos oversaw 78 hotels and resorts at Marriott International. He served as executive vice president of operations for Davidson Hotels and Resorts and had roles in Florida and Louisiana. Contos brings experience from managing the Orlando Grande Lakes Resort complex, which includes a 1,000-room JW Marriott and 564-room Ritz Carlton.

4 min

New Wyndham brand extension appeals to hotels in “economy lifestyle” space

🏨 Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has launched Dazzler Select by Wyndham targeting the U.S. "lifestyle economy" hotel market. With over 16,000 independent economy hotels in the U.S., Wyndham seeks to expand with 50 new openings over five years. The first conversion is Magic Moment Resort & Kids Club in Kissimmee, Florida. The brand targets Gen Z and millennials, offering boutique-inspired, affordable hotels with a minimum 4.0 Google rating, free Wi-Fi, and complimentary breakfast.

2 min

New Hilton brand puts itself in places customers ‘might not expect’

🏨 Hilton, in 2025, launches its 25th brand, Outset Collection, targeting boutique hotel seekers. Available for bookings starting November, the collection plans over 60 hotels across the U.S. and Canada, with potential for 500. Locations include Moab and Chicago. In 2025's Q2, conversions across 10 Hilton brands exceed one-third of openings. Outset will feature diverse dining options and participate in Hilton Honors, focusing on growing its network by integrating unbranded hotels.

2 min

Developer selected to build Tulsa convention center hotel

🏨 During the 2024-25 fiscal year, Tulsa missed 32 events due to limited accommodations. To address this, a new hotel is planned for completion in 2029, connected to the Arvest Convention Center in downtown Tulsa. Matthews Hospitality, based in Dallas, is leading the project. Local firms, including GH2 Architects and Wallace Design Creative, are involved, prioritizing local jobs and economic growth. The hotel's development aims to boost Tulsa’s economy and its global event hosting capabilities.

3 min

Peregrine Hospitality opens The Tess in Atlanta’s Buckhead

🏨 Peregrine Hospitality opened The Tess in Atlanta's Buckhead neighborhood. The 201-room hotel, part of Marriott's Autograph Collection, was formerly the Thompson Atlanta-Buckhead. It features a rooftop restaurant, Tesserae, and one of Atlanta’s only rooftop pools. The Tess offers 17,000 square feet of event space and a Presidential Suite with city views. In 2026, new dining and expanded programming will be introduced to enhance the guest experience.

1 min

First Hospitality now managing dual-branded Hyatt hotel in Chicago

🏨 First Hospitality now manages the dual-branded Hyatt House and Hyatt Place Chicago – Medical/University District, expanding their Chicagoland portfolio to 16 properties. This is their fifth multi-brand hotel and ninth historic property. The hotels, located in a landmark building in the Illinois Medical District, offer 210 rooms and amenities like complimentary breakfast and fitness centers. This collaboration continues their partnership with Murphy Real Estate Services, which also includes voco Chicago Downtown and Holiday Inn Chicago Downtown.

3 min

The rise of the ‘slowcation’: how longer stays are reshaping hotel operations

🏨 The traditional vacation model is shifting towards 'slowcations', emphasizing longer, intentional stays for local immersion and well-being. As guests linger, hotels adapt by offering personalized housekeeping schedules, relationship-focused staff training, and enhanced food and beverage offerings with local flavors. On-site programming now includes nature walks and cultural workshops to foster connection and reflection. This trend reshapes hospitality, requiring hoteliers to rethink guest experiences and embrace meaningful engagement.

2 min

Sonesta Hotel Miraflores in Lima opens

🏨 Sonesta Hotel Miraflores opens in Lima, Peru, courtesy of Sonesta International Hotels and GHL Hoteles. 🏨 This 133-room hotel is near Kennedy Park. Sonesta continues its LATAM expansion, renewing a Master Franchise Agreement with GHL till 2034. Sonesta focuses on wellness and local culture, offering pet-friendly rooms, breakfast, a restaurant, and a gym. This is the second Sonesta property in Lima, alongside Sonesta Hotel El Olivar.

2 min

Choice Hotels plans 50 new Quality Suites across France

🏨 Choice Hotels International plans to add 50 new Quality Suites hotels across France, increasing its portfolio from 57 to 107 properties and adding 4,800 rooms. Locations include Marseille, Toulouse, Bordeaux, Rennes, and smaller towns like Quiberon. The global brand exceeded 150,000 international rooms, with growth in Asia, the Americas, and a partnership in Brazil. The company's direct franchising model in Canada includes 350 hotels, while a China agreement adds 9,500 rooms to the Ascend Collection.

2 min

Highgate appoints SVP of aquisitions for Europe

📈 Nikos Konstantinidis has been appointed as Senior Vice President of Acquisitions for Highgate in Europe, based in London. With over 12 years of experience, he will focus on hospitality investments. Highgate recently acquired the 259-room ReMIX Hotel in Paris and the 194-room Hilton Porto Gaia in Portugal. Konstantinidis previously worked at L+R Hotels and AXA Real Estate, handling projects in the UK, Spain, Greece, and more.

Input your search keywords and press Enter.