LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 15

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CoStar and Tourism Economics Raise 2026-27 U.S. Hotel Forecast, Projecting Increases in ADR and RevPAR

🏨 CoStar and Tourism Economics revised the U.S. hotel forecast for 2026-27 at the 18th Annual Hotel Data Conference in Arlington, Virginia. For 2026, ADR and RevPAR predictions were raised by 1.1 and 1.6 percentage points, respectively. Occupancy was adjusted to 63.1%. The industry sold 11.4 million more room nights than in 2025, increasing room revenue by over $5.4 billion. GOPPAR is expected to rise by 4% this year and 1% next year.

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Hotel Longmont, City's First Boutique Hotel, Opens with 84 Rooms and Rooftop Restaurant in Colorado

🏨 In August 2026, Hotel Longmont opened in downtown Longmont, Colorado. Developed by The Thrash Group and Vertikal, with 84 rooms including 44 king rooms and 3 suites, it features local art and Colorado-sourced amenities. Longmont Supply, a rooftop eatery, collaborates with local farms like Buckner Family Ranch. The hotel offers 3,700 sq. ft. of event space. Managed by Tandem Hospitality Group, it's a hub for locals and visitors exploring nearby Boulder and Denver.

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HOVR and Cloudbeds Partner to Enhance Hotel Digital Experiences with Interactive Video Solutions Globally

📷 PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania—HOVR and Cloudbeds form a strategic partnership to enhance hotel digital experiences globally. The alliance focuses on improving guest engagement, booking conversion, and revenue through interactive video experiences on Cloudbeds' platform. HOVR's tools offer hotels analytics on visitor behavior and purchasing decisions. Leaders Sebastien Leitner of Cloudbeds and Jason Craparo of HOVR emphasize the partnership's role in storytelling and inspiring traveler confidence, ultimately converting more interest into bookings.

Entrance to The Quoin, a sandstone building with open gold-tone gates and potted plants along the doorway.

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PM Hotel Group Takes Over Management of 24-Room Quoin Hotel & Restaurant in Wilmington, Delaware

🏨 In August 2026, PM Hotel Group added the 24-room Quoin Hotel & Restaurant to its portfolio in Wilmington, Delaware. This boutique hotel, housed in an 1885 brownstone, features a Northern Italian restaurant, a cocktail lounge, and the city's first rooftop bar. The move strengthens PM Hotel Group’s foothold in the region, joining other properties like Hotel Du Pont and The Westin Wilmington, emphasizing unique, independent hotels.

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Inn-Flow Enhances Labor Management Platform to Automate Payroll, Support Compliance with Federal and State Regulations

💼 Raleigh, NC—On August 2026, Inn-Flow announced upgrades to its Labor Management platform. These enhancements automate complex wage and overtime calculations, supporting Pay-Per-Room models and ensuring compliance with federal and state labor laws. The platform now calculates blended overtime rates for employees with multiple pay rates, supports California and Colorado overtime regulations, and provides improved labor dashboards. Chief Product Officer Lee Bridges emphasized reducing manual payroll efforts, allowing operators to focus on hospitality.

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Resolute Road Hospitality Completes Renovations on Four Hotels Owned by Braintree Group Across Three US States

🏨 Resolute Road Hospitality completed renovations at four hotels owned by Braintree Group: Hampton Inn Bend (Oregon), Courtyard by Marriott Lehi and SpringHill Suites Lehi at Thanksgiving Point (Utah), and Hilton Garden Inn Missoula (Montana). The projects focused on guestrooms, public spaces, and amenities. Matt Kotter emphasized asset competitiveness and growth. Gary Horton highlighted collaboration for improved guest experience and operational performance. The renovations aim to enhance asset value and sustain future growth.

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Choice Hotels Reports Second Quarter 2026 Net Income of $64 Million Despite 21% Year-Over-Year Decline

💸 Choice Hotels International, Inc. reported second-quarter 2026 results in North Bethesda, Maryland: net income reached $64 million, yet declined 21% from 2025. U.S. room openings rose 27%, with 6,400 new rooms. Adjusted EBITDA hit $175 million, while adjusted EPS was $2.02. Global net rooms grew 2.6%, with U.S. RevPAR rising 1.3%. Choice returned $139 million to shareholders and reported $475 million in liquidity. Global franchise agreements increased by 20%, reaching 11,200 new rooms.

A modern lodge-style hotel with outdoor dining area and umbrellas, set against green hillside and blue sky.

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Crestline Hotels & Resorts to Manage SpringHill and TownePlace Suites Avon Vail Valley, Totaling 243 Rooms

🏖 Crestline Hotels & Resorts will manage two hotels in Vail Valley, Colorado: the 116-room SpringHill Suites and the 127-room TownePlace Suites. Set near Beaver Creek and Vail’s ski slopes, these hotels offer amenities like complimentary breakfast, a fitness center, an outdoor pool, and 1,515 sq. ft. of event space. Guests can enjoy the Corduroy Bar and Bites, and benefit from free shuttles to skiing spots. Both properties are equipped with suites offering kitchen facilities and mountain views.

Exterior view of a My Place hotel with a beige and gray facade, palm trees, and parked cars under a clear blue sky

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My Place Hotels Opens First Florida Property in Port Charlotte, Offering 63 Extended-Stay Rooms

📍 My Place Hotels opened a new 63-room property in Port Charlotte/Punta Gorda, Florida, located along the I-75 corridor at Kings Highway. This is the first new hotel in the area in over five years and one of two extended-stay options. Legacy Development began site work in 2022, with construction starting in 2025. The hotel is owned by PCMP 23, LLC and managed by Legacy Management, LLC. Three additional Florida locations are under development.

Treasure Island hotel and casino in Las Vegas at dusk, curved white towers with palm trees and bright exterior lighting.

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Accor Debuts in Las Vegas with 2,884-Room Treasure Island Hotel Joining Handwritten Collection

🎲 Treasure Island TI Las Vegas Hotel opened under Accor's Handwritten Collection, marking Accor's debut in Las Vegas. With 2,884 rooms, it’s now the largest hotel in the Accor network. The launch campaign, "The Treasure of the Las Vegas Strip," is active. Located on The Strip, it features a 24-hour casino, pool, spa, theater, dining venues like Phil's Steak House, and connects to over 400 shops. Inspired by "Treasure Island," the hotel retains its adventurous theme.

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