LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers

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The Chambers Hotel New York Reopens as Independent Boutique Hotel with 77 Rooms and On-Site Italian Dining

🏨 The Chambers Hotel in New York has reopened as an independent boutique hotel located on West 56th Street. Following its stint as a Sonder property, the hotel now features 77 rooms and suites, offering high ceilings, wood accents, and modern technology, including high-speed Wi-Fi. Guests have access to Felice 56, an on-site Italian restaurant and bar. Positioned near Central Park and Fifth Avenue, it is close to cultural landmarks like MoMA and Radio City Music Hall.

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Raines Appoints Chris Hall and Ryan Turner as Strategic Advisors for Woven by Raines Lifestyle Division in Southeast

🍴 Raines announced that restaurant veterans Chris Hall and Ryan Turner, with over two decades of experience, will serve as strategic advisors for Woven by Raines, focusing on boutique properties in the Southeast U.S. They previously collaborated on converting the Rose Hill Estate in Aiken, SC. This partnership aims to enhance restaurant concepts, optimize revenue, and enrich guest experiences across Woven's portfolio, with flexibility for menu updates without significant reinvestment.

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Drury Hotels Begins Construction on New 180-Guestroom Plaza Hotel Near Daytona Speedway, Opening June 2027

🏨 Drury Hotels is constructing a new Drury Plaza Hotel in Daytona Beach, Florida, near the Daytona International Speedway. Scheduled to open reservations for June 2027, this will be the eighth Drury hotel in Florida and the first in Daytona. The hotel will feature 180 guestrooms, over 2,000 sq ft of meeting space, and amenities like free hot breakfast, WiFi, and an outdoor pool. In 2026, Drury opened or announced four new hotels in Florida.

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Waikīkī Beach Marriott Resort & Spa Unveils Ohana Entertainment Center and Expanded Cultural Activities for Guests

🏖 Waikīkī Beach Marriott Resort & Spa, Honolulu, announces new experiences in summer 2026. The Ohana Entertainment Center opens with boutique bowling, virtual reality games, and an arcade in partnership with Family Entertainment Group. The Cultural & Activity Center introduces Bamboo Stamping and Kapa Making workshops. The resort enhances guest connections through Hawaiian culture with activities like lei making and hula lessons, catering to families and fostering island energy.

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Newport Hospitality Group Reveals Renovation Plans for Hampton Inn Jacksonville Beach Oceanfront, Enhancing Coastal Design and Functionality

🏖️ Newport Hospitality Group is renovating the Hampton Inn Jacksonville Beach Oceanfront in Virginia. The project includes updating public areas with coastal designs, flexible gathering spaces, and transforming dining venues to Drift Bar and Kitchen and Salt Beachside Bar. Meeting facilities are refreshed with new technology and boardroom options. The renovation aims to enhance guest experience by integrating the oceanfront environment and ensuring spaces support diverse activities while maintaining day-to-day operations.

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Hyatt and Parks Hospitality Announce Park Hyatt Riviera Maya and Grand Hyatt Los Cabos to Open in 2026

🏖 Park Hyatt Riviera Maya and Grand Hyatt Los Cabos, owned by Parks Hospitality Holdings, will open in the second half of 2026 in Mexico. Park Hyatt features 148 rooms, a 2,300 sq ft penthouse, and seven culinary venues. Grand Hyatt includes 301 rooms, 42 swim-out rooms, and a 4,602 sq ft Presidential Suite. Both resorts offer all-inclusive luxury with personalized service and local craftsmanship, situated in premier leisure destinations.

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Driftwood Capital Launches $23.9M DST Platform Anchored by Courtyard Marriott Fort Lauderdale Weston Hotel

📈 Driftwood Capital launched its inaugural Delaware Statutory Trust platform, Driftwood Hotel Income I, targeting approximately $23.9M in equity commitments with $17.75M in debt, equating to a 43% loan-to-value ratio. The offering is anchored by the Courtyard by Marriott Fort Lauderdale Weston, a 176-room hotel acquired for $35.5M. Driftwood aims to expand its DST portfolio in markets with strong travel demand. CEO Carlos Rodriguez Jr. emphasized the investment's potential for 1031 exchange investors.

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The Ava Hotel Paso Robles Wins Best New Build at Hilton's 2025 Americas Development Awards

🏨 Ava Hotel Paso Robles, Curio Collection by Hilton, was honored as the Best New Build within the brand at Hilton's 2025 Americas Development Awards. Located in Paso Robles, California, the hotel is owned by Paso Robles Hotel Partners and Peachtree Group, managed by Azul Hospitality Group, and opened in August 2025. It features over 6,500 square feet of meeting space. The award highlights the project's investment, vision, and community impact.

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OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa Reopens with Renovated Spaces and New Restaurant by Chef Roy Yamaguchi

🏝️ OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa, located near Līhuʻe Airport, reopened with redesigned guestrooms, public spaces, and cultural elements. The resort also introduced Ocean House by Roy Yamaguchi, a restaurant emphasizing local cuisine and relationships with Kauaʻi’s farmers and fishermen. This transformation is part of OUTRIGGER’s commitment to blending modern hospitality with local culture, featuring art by Allegra Scribner and others.

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Hilton Reports Over 50% Reduction in Carbon Emissions and Significant Community Impact Progress by 2025

📈 Hilton's 2025 report highlights significant strides towards 2030 goals. Carbon emissions intensity decreased by 50.9% in managed hotels and 36.0% in franchised ones. Water intensity dropped by 37.1%, and landfill waste by 64.7%—exceeding targets early. Socially, Hilton created 686,000+ learning opportunities, impacted 2.5 million community members, and logged 1.8 million volunteer hours. In 2025, Hilton Garden Inn Brussels Airport integrated sustainable energy, earning top certifications. During Los Angeles wildfires, Hilton provided 20,000 free hotel nights to support 7,000 people.

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