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Maybourne names global head of residential sales to support branded residences growth

🏠 Maybourne appoints Charlie Walsh as global head of residential sales, collaborating with Angelo Maccaferri and led by COO Roland Fasel. Walsh, formerly at Westminster Development Services and Lodha Group UK, will enhance Maybourne’s luxury residential expansion. Key projects include launching 16 residences on Rue de l’Université, Paris, opening in 2027. Maybourne plans over a dozen new hotels and residences in the next decade, capitalizing on the branded residences trend alongside Langham and Rosewood.
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Onko Chishin adds two new ryokans

🏨 Onko Chishin Inc. will open two historic onsen ryokans: IZU RETREAT in November 2025 and OTARU RETREAT in December 2025. IZU, located in Atagawa, Izu Peninsula, features 16 suites with private onsens. OTARU, in Otaru, Hokkaido, consists of 18 rooms with sodium-calcium chloride hot springs. Both properties aim to provide cultural engagement and access to Japan’s major cities. CEO Tomoki Matsuyama emphasizes their mission as storytellers of Japan's hidden treasures.
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Remington expands CALA division with two leadership appointments

🏨 Remington Hospitality has appointed Matthew Grauso as VP of Operations – Caribbean and promoted Benito Benitez to VP of Operations – Latin America to bolster its Caribbean and Latin America (CALA) division. Grauso, with nearly 30 years of resort experience, notably in Hawaii, joins from 'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach. Benitez, with Remington since 2019, has grown the company in Mexico and Latin America. This leadership aims to meet and exceed owner expectations amid rising demand in these regions.
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Mandarin Oriental is opening its first Vienna hotel

🏨 Mandarin Oriental opens its Vienna hotel in late October, with 138 rooms on Riemergasse in the First District. 🏨 The Art Nouveau building, designed by Alfred Keller in 1908, has been restored, offering 86 rooms and 52 suites. 🖼️ The hotel features seven boardrooms and a 140m² ballroom. 🍽️ Culinary options, led by Executive Chef Thomas Seifried, include four concepts under Atelier 7. 🛀 The spa offers holistic treatments, with seven rooms, a couple’s suite, and fitness facilities.
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A balanced breakfast: How hotels are serving the most important meal of the day

🥗 Hoteliers struggling with breakfast costs since 2022 amidst rising expenses, with 60% revising budgets. A Turner/HotStats survey finds continental buffet with made-to-order items most profitable. Entegra advises using GPOs for cost-effective sourcing, while Bridgeton emphasizes portion control and waste management. Wellness-focused options like protein pancakes gain popularity. AI aids in reducing waste by tracking buffet returns. Innovations like programmable ovens and Scholl’s versatile breakfast solutions keep meals efficient and guest-friendly across Europe and beyond.
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Accor rebrands four Australian hotels with Elanor

🏨 Accor and Elanor Investors Group will rebrand four hotels in October 2025. Byron Bay Hotel becomes The Sebel Byron Bay, Barossa Weintal transitions to Mercure Barossa Valley, Clare Country Club relaunches as Peppers Clare Valley, and Adabco Boutique Hotel becomes Mantra Wakefield Adelaide. Managed by 1834 Hotels, these changes aim to boost performance and guest satisfaction. The project involves refurbishments and adds to Accor's nine-hotel portfolio, enhancing brand position and commercial outcomes.
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TPG adds Hilton Garden Inn Tampa East Brandon

🏨 TPG Hotels & Resorts expanded with the Hilton Garden Inn Tampa East/Brandon, adding 152 rooms and completing a $5.5-million renovation. The hotel now boasts a heated outdoor pool, fitness center, and 24-hour business center. Three meeting rooms offer over 3,800 sq ft for events. Located in Highland Oaks business park, it's near the Florida State Fairgrounds and Seminole Hard Rock Casino. Dining options include the on-site Garden Grille & Bar and a 24-hour market.
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Craig Smith stepped in to fill a breach. A year on, here’s how the CEO has led Aimbridge Hospitality back.

📚 Craig Smith became CEO of Aimbridge Hospitality in March 2024, succeeding a turbulent period marked by an unsuccessful IPO in 2021, operational issues, and $1.1 billion in debt. With 1,000 hotels globally, he restructured Aimbridge for efficiency, slashed turnover, and shifted focus from corporate to hotel operations. In January 2025, Aimbridge restructured its capital, converting debt to equity and adding $100 million. Smith prioritizes longer contracts, global opportunities, and technological investment to enhance operations and growth.
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