LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers

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Hilton Reports $383 Million Q1 Net Income, Launches New Brand 'Select by Hilton' with YOTEL Partnership

📈 Hilton Worldwide reported its Q1 2026 results with a net income of $383 million and diluted EPS of $1.66. Adjusted EBITDA reached $901 million. A total of 16,300 rooms were added, with 10,900 net new rooms. RevPAR increased by 3.6% year-over-year. Hilton's development pipeline includes 527,000 rooms. They repurchased 2.7 million shares, returning $860 million to shareholders. Projections for 2026 include a RevPAR increase of 2-3% and a capital return of approximately $3.5 billion.

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Hotel Equities Adds Three Properties to Management Portfolio in Ontario, Florida, and Texas, Expanding North American Presence

🏨 Hotel Equities announced management of three properties: TownePlace Suites by Marriott in Woodstock, Ontario, opened March 26, 2026, near the Toyota plant; Reflections Hotel, Ascend Collection in Kissimmee, Florida, set to open fall 2026 near Walt Disney World; and Courtyard by Marriott Dallas DFW Airport North/Irving in Texas, recently renovated, expanding their Dallas-Fort Worth presence to seven properties. Each location targets corporate and leisure markets.

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Gregory Maliassas Appointed CEO of Driftwood Hospitality Management, Bringing Three Decades of Industry Experience

📄 Gregory Maliassas was appointed CEO of Driftwood Hospitality Management in North Palm Beach, Florida. With 30 years of experience, he previously served at Playa Hotels & Resorts leading 15,000 employees. His past roles include senior positions at Accor Hotels in Central & Eastern Europe. Carlos Rodriguez Jr. and David Buddemeyer of Driftwood Capital praised his appointment, citing opportunities for growth with his leadership. He aims to expand DHM's offerings across the Americas.

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Ankit Tandon Appointed Vice Chairman of G6 Hospitality, Expanding Leadership Team with Key Appointments in Operations and Development

📄 PRISM in Dallas, Texas, announces key leadership changes. Ankit Tandon, global COO, becomes vice chairman of G6 Hospitality, joining the Board with CEO Sonal Sinha. Anuj Ladha is named national head of brand performance, overseeing both East and West regions. Bhanu Mahajan leads U.S. and Canada operations, reporting to Tandon. Ankit Lahoti takes charge of development, openings & strategy, reporting to Sinha, focusing on growth across the U.S.

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Hospitality Industry Faces Operational Stress as 80% Report Technology Issues, Highlighting Need for Better System Integration

💻 London—A joint report by RMS and RoomPriceGenie reveals that over 80% of hospitality professionals face stress from tech issues, as many manage 10+ systems. 42% spend 1-3 hours weekly fixing these problems, with 5% spending over 7 hours. Nearly 70% of operators rate data accuracy poorly. The industry is urged to adopt a "Hospitality Engineer" mindset, blending service with tech skills to minimize manual work and boost efficiency, especially with AI and automation on the rise.

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Resolute Road Hospitality to Manage Springhill Suites Boise West/Eagle Following Mercury Hospitality Acquisition

🏨 Resolute Road Hospitality has partnered with Mercury Hospitality to manage the 119-suite Springhill Suites Boise West/Eagle in Boise, Idaho. The hotel, acquired by Mercury Hospitality, features amenities like separate living/sleeping areas, workspaces, a fitness center, meeting space, and complimentary breakfast. The location offers easy access to Boise's downtown, major employers, and recreation. This agreement aims to enhance performance and asset value in the growing Treasure Valley market.

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Small Luxury Hotels of the World Adds 29 New Boutique Properties, Surpassing 700 Locations Globally in 2026

🏨 Small Luxury Hotels of the World added 29 new members in early 2026, surpassing 700 properties across 100 countries. The Grace Hotel in Ireland, Casa Caprile in Italy, and Eight Venezia in Italy are opening in spring and July 2026. Rhino and River Wildlife Retreat in India and Le 3 in France also opened recently. New destinations include Key West with four hotels, Santa Monica, Palm Springs, Indonesia's Riau Islands, Brno, and Avila.

Olympia Hospitality to Manage Spruce Point Inn Resort & Spa, Reopening in 2026 After Stonehouse Capital Updates

🏖 Olympia Hospitality, in partnership with Stonehouse Capital and Spruce Point Inn Resort & Spa, will manage the Inn when it reopens in May 2026 in Boothbay Harbor, Maine. Established in 1892, the resort features 85 rooms, three dining outlets, and two outdoor pools. Olympia will focus on food, beverages, and activities. Recent investments have enhanced amenities. CEO Jeff Broaden Masterson emphasized the importance of preserving the Inn’s local heritage and culture.

Lodging Econometrics: U.S. Hotel Development Activity Remains Steady in Q1 2026

This article was written by Lodging Magazine. Click here to read the original article The Q1 2026 U.S. Construction Pipeline Trend Report from Lodging Econometrics (LE) found that at the…

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Hunter Advisors Announces Sale of 120-Room Hilton Garden Inn Fort Collins After 2023 Renovation

🏨 Hunter Advisors announced the sale of the Hilton Garden Inn Fort Collins, a 120-room hotel in Fort Collins, Colorado. The property, built in 2007 and renovated in 2023, features 2,800 sq. ft. of meeting space, a restaurant, pool, and fitness center. Located near Intel and Hewlett-Packard, it attracts business and education demand. The transaction was led by Kami Burnette and Brian Embree, highlighting investor confidence in the asset's strategic location and recent upgrades.

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