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IHG launches program to develop Saudi talent

🏨 IHG Hotels & Resorts launched the Masarona by IHG program to develop Saudi nationals for leadership in hospitality, aligning with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. The program offers four career tracks and combines accredited learning with hands-on training. About 50% of IHG’s workforce in Saudi Arabia are locals. Masarona provides mentorship and cross-functional exposure, supported by IHG’s global team, to strengthen Saudi careers and the tourism sector.

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Dual-branded AC and Element combo coming to Phoenix

🏨 Azul Hospitality Group, Phoenix, January 2027: Managing a dual-branded Marriott property, featuring a 142-room AC Hotel and a 98-room Element by Westin, under construction since summer. The eight-story City North project is a venture by LaPour Partners and Holualoa Companies, including a resort-style pool, fitness center, 5,000+ sq ft of meeting space, and two dining outlets. Designed for the Desert Ridge corridor, it will enhance access to local amenities and cater to business and leisure guests.

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InterContinental Sapporo debuts in Japan’s Hokkaido

🏨 InterContinental Sapporo opens in Hokkaido, Japan, on the 9th to 14th floors of Lilac Square, offering 149 rooms, including 13 suites. Located in the Nakajima Park area, near Susukino, it provides cultural access. Facilities include a 20-meter indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Dining features Sawaka for omakase, and AuBlanc for bistro-style meals. InterContinental Sapporo joins over 231 InterContinental hotels globally, with 10 in Japan. Regent's debut in Japan is planned for 2028.

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Crestline adds Hampton Inn Scottsdale Talking Stick in Arizona

🏨 Crestline Hotels & Resorts took over management of the Hampton Inn & Suites Scottsdale at Talking Stick, Arizona, on October 1, 2025. The hotel includes 101 rooms and suites, 676 sq. ft. of meeting space for up to 60 people, and features like an outdoor pool and fitness center. Located off Loop 101, it’s near attractions such as the Talking Stick Resort and Salt River Fields. Complimentary breakfast and pet-friendly accommodations are available.

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a&o Hostels expands with first London location

🏨 a&o Hostels expands to London by acquiring the former DoubleTree by Hilton Docklands Riverside, marking its first London opening and third UK location. Set to open in November, the hotel features 500 rooms and 2,100 beds. A £21 million refurbishment starts January 2026. Located in Southwark, it offers a free electric river cab to Canary Wharf. Founded in 2000, a&o operates 44 properties in 30 cities. In 2024, they hosted 2.8 million guests.

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Hilton reaches 9,000 hotels worldwide

🏨 Hilton, October 2025, Texas: 9,000th hotel opens—Signia by Hilton La Cantera Resort & Spa, featuring 496 rooms, 34 villas, and an adults-only floor. Hilton, with only 5% of global rooms but 21% under construction, plans growth in India, Africa, Saudi Arabia, and Asia Pacific. The U.S. hosts 6,000 hotels, Canada 200, and Italy 100, with 3,600 more globally under development, highlighting Hilton's robust expansion strategy.

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OUTRIGGER names director of ESG

🌊 Karen Kurosawa has been appointed as director of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) at OUTRIGGER Hospitality Group. She will manage environmental data and enhance sustainability goals across OUTRIGGER’s global properties. Kurosawa will focus on the OUTRIGGER Zone, a conservation initiative for marine ecosystems. Her previous role was at CDP Reporter Services in New York, advising Fortune 500 companies on environmental frameworks. Monica Salter highlighted ESG's central role in OUTRIGGER's operations.

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Bob W signs lease for fifth Munich property

📍 Bob W, in Munich's Arnulfpark, secures a long-term lease for their fifth city location, covering 1,500 square meters in a building on Lilli-Palmer-Strasse. Opening this winter, it features studio and one-bedroom apartments. Located near Donnersbergerbrücke station, the property supports corporate and leisure travel, with a refurbishment slated for 2026. The building is owned by Peterborough Capital and managed by DW Real Estate. Bob W will showcase at Expo Real, October 6-8, 2025.

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Tru by Hilton opens in Goodlettsville, Tenn.

🏨 Tru by Hilton Goodlettsville Nashville opens under Resolute Road Hospitality, featuring 98 rooms. 🏨 Located along I-65, it offers easy access to downtown Nashville and attractions like Mansker’s Station. Amenities include rolling desks, spacious bathrooms, free Wi-Fi, and a fitness center. It is owned by SHIV SAI Hospitality Group, Inc. and offers corporate and leisure guests proximity to Dollar General's HQ. This expansion marks Hilton's growth in the Nashville area.

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IHG expands Garner brand across UK and Ireland

🏨 IHG Hotels & Resorts is expanding its Garner brand in the UK and Ireland with six new hotels. The Garner Hotel London Paddington, with 149 rooms, is set to open in late 2026. Recent openings include 80-room Garner Hotel Preston Samlesbury and 195-room Garner Hotel Edinburgh – Haymarket. The brand now has more than 51 open hotels and 87 in development globally, with ten in the UK. Garner focuses on midscale conversions, offering value and efficiency for owners.

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